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Rhine Highlights 2027 - 8 Days (from Zurich to Amsterdam)

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From Zurich to Amsterdam
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  • Historic stone bridge and church spire rise above colourful riverside town backed by forested hills
  • Map reiterating Rhine cruise route from Amsterdam to Basel via Cologne and Mannheim.
  • Blue-hour aerial of Zurich old town, river and lake with illuminated streets and distant Alps.
  • Riverside view of Basel’s medieval houses and cathedral among green trees on the Rhine.
  • High aerial of Cologne showing St. Martin Church beside the Rhine and modern bridges.
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  • Row of narrow gabled canal houses reflecting in calm water under a bright Amsterdam sky.
  • Simple itinerary map tracing a route from Amsterdam through Germany to Switzerland
  • Smartly dressed waiter smiling while carrying a tray of tea service in a cruise dining room.
  • Fine-dining table setup with gourmet appetizers, wine glasses and waterfront backdrop.
  • Smiling couple in elegant attire clink red-wine glasses during a romantic dinner on a river cruise.
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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Guided in English
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Zurich to Basel

    Zurich to Basel
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome reception)
    Landmarks
    Rhine River
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  2. Day 2

    Breisach

    Breisach
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Colmar with Kugelhopf cake tasting
    • Guided tour of Freiburg with black forest cake tasting
    • Walking tour of Breisach with local sparkling wine tasting
    Landmarks
    St. Stephansminster
    Rhine River
    Black Forest
  3. Day 3

    Strasbourg to Rastatt

    Strasbourg to Rastatt
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Private concert and dinner at the Baroque Palace of Rastatt)

    Included Activities

    • Private concert at the Baroque Palace of Rastatt

    Optional Activities

    • Alsace wine route with tasting at a local wine cellar and exploration of Obernai
    • E-bike cycling through Strasbourg exploring 500km of bicycle trails
    • Walking tour of Strasbourg including the cathedral, Petit France, and Grand Ile
    Landmarks
    Strasbourg Cathedral
    Petit France
    Grand Ile
    Baroque Palace of Rastatt
    Obernai
  4. Day 4

    Mannheim

    Mannheim
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Orientation tour of Heidelberg with brief walking tour of Old Town and free time
    • Historical tour of Heidelberg including Heidelberg Castle and the great Heidelberg Tun wine barrel
    • Excursion to Bad Dürkheim and Fritz Ritter winery for tour and tasting
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg Castle
    Heidelberg Old Town
    Bad Dürkheim
  5. Day 5

    Koblenz

    Koblenz
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Cruise through the Rhine Gorge

    Optional Activities

    • Walking tour of Koblenz exploring the old town, townhouses, squares, and Florinsmarkt
    • Medieval Limburg excursion with walking tour of half-timbered houses and cathedral
    • Cochem & Moselle Valley excursion with walking tour and Reichsburg Castle visit
    Landmarks
    Rhine Gorge
    Lorelei Statue
    Florinsmarkt
    Limburg an der Lahn
    Alten Lahnbrücke
    Cochem
    Reichsburg Castle
    Moselle Valley
  6. Day 6

    Cologne

    Cologne
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Cologne Old Town
    Landmarks
    Cologne Cathedral
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Schermerhorn & Alkmaar exploring 16th century windmills and countryside villages
    • Walking tour of Amsterdam with local guide covering history, lifestyle, Dutch culture, and herring tasting
    • Fabrique des Lumières immersive digital art installation experience
    • Cycling tour of Amsterdam on two wheels with local guide
    Landmarks
    Amsterdam Canal System
    Schermerhorn
    Alkmaar
    Fabrique des Lumières
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 8

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam
    Meals
    Breakfast

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    Built
    2011 (refurbished 2013)
    Built
    2011 (refurbished 2013)
    Guests
    167
    Guests
    167
    Crew
    53
    Crew
    53
    Length
    135m
    Length
    135m
    Staterooms
    84
    Staterooms
    84
    Gross Tonnage
    2,721
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  • GARRY5.0•April 2026
    I thought that the cruise was excellent. I really cannot think of any aspect of it that did not fully meet or surpass...
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    • Modern white river-cruise vessel moored beside a bridge, with passenger walking the gangway.
    • Fortified hilltop castle rises above lush green slopes and rocky outcrops along the Rhine.
    • Close-up of orange life ring labeled 'Scenic Ruby' aboard a ship deck under blue sky.
    • Half-timbered medieval building lines a cobblestone street with tourists walking past.
    • Imposing twin-spired Cologne Cathedral towers over the city square with visitors below.
    • Captain steers a small river boat while passengers observe from the cabin.
    • Compact hotel cabin with neatly made bed, wooden wardrobe and tablet on duvet.
    • Panoramic view over Heidelberg’s red-roofed old town, historic bridge and wooded hills across the Neckar River.
    • Tour guide explains a bronze tactile model of Heidelberg with castle ruins on hill behind.
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    Derf5.0•April 2026
    Solid execution of itinerary and shipboard activities and service. Food was less than excellent but generous and...
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    • Gourmet dish featuring sliced duck, vegetable roll and rich sauce artistically arranged on a white plate.
    • Seared fish fillet crusted with black and white sesame seeds served with noodles and bok choy.
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    • Rhine Highlights 2027 - 8 Days (from Zurich to Amsterdam) customer review video
    • Close-up of a small plated salad with dressing and a lemon wedge, slightly out of focus.
    Traveled in April 2026

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