Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Amsterdam
Amsterdam- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome reception dinner on board)
Optional Activities
- Explore Amsterdam's nightlife after dinner
Landmarks Amsterdam 
- Day 2
Dordrecht
Dordrecht- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Delft pottery factory visit - guided tour of the charming city and 17th century pottery factory with master painters decorating pottery in traditional manner
- Walking tour of Dordrecht - local guide showing winding canals, picturesque streets, historic buildings including Groothoofd Quay, Grote Kerk (Great Church) and Old Water Tower
- Excursion to Kinderdijk - explore the traditional village with 19 World Heritage-listed windmills and learn their role in agricultural life
Landmarks Dordrecht Kinderdijk Delft Groothoofd Quay Grote Kerk - Day 3
Veere
Veere- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Veere - walking tour through quaint streets, picturesque harbour with Scottish merchant houses, 15th century town hall with tower and Grote Kerk, a Gothic church that served as a hospital
- Oyster farm visit - taste fresh oysters from the North Sea
- Excursion to the Delta Works - tour the series of dams designed to protect the Delta plain from flooding, a feat of engineering and flood protection
Landmarks Veere Veerse Meer Lake Grote Kerk - Day 4
Antwerp
Antwerp- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided walking tour - local guide showing the Diamond Capital's real attractions including Cathedral of Our Lady, Steen Castle (medieval fortress) and main square with extravagant buildings
- Craft beer & chocolate pairing - unique tasting journey combining Belgium's renowned chocolate and beer
- Excursion to Fort Breendonk - guided visit to former Nazi prison camp preserved as national memorial, including original barracks, courtyards and cells with stories of those imprisoned
Landmarks Antwerp Cathedral of Our Lady Steen Castle Fort Breendonk Cleydael Castle - Day 5
Nijmegen
Nijmegen- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Arnhem Airborne Museum - museum account of the Battle of Arnhem following British servicemen who parachuted into the city in September 1944 after German occupation
- The Netherlands Open Air Museum - 44-hectare outdoor museum with replicas of historic houses, mills and farmhouses showing Dutch life and celebrations through the ages
- Palais Het Loo - museum of the former Dutch royal family summer home (dating to 1685) showcasing royal lineage history, elaborate decor, art collection and grand gardens
Landmarks Nijmegen Arnhem Airborne Museum The Netherlands Open Air Museum Palais Het Loo - Day 6
Düsseldorf
Düsseldorf- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour - guided tour of Düsseldorf's gentrified harbour, charming old town and Castle Tower dating to the 13th century
- Cycling tour - active excursion exploring the banks of the Rhine on two wheels to Kaiserswerth, one of the most historic regions of Düsseldorf
- Düsseldorf's Altbier - learn about Düsseldorf's long beer production tradition, visit well-known microbreweries and sample Altbier, the traditional ale of the region
Landmarks Düsseldorf Castle Tower Kaiserswerth - Day 7
Moselle Valley (Sailing Day)
Moselle Valley (Sailing Day)- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through the Moselle Valley scenic landscape
Optional Activities
- Salt Therapy Lounge visit
- Massage treatment on board
Landmarks Moselle Valley Lorelei - Day 8
Cochem
Cochem- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Cochem - explore Reichsburg Castle with well-preserved Knight's Hall and Trophy Room, then wander the old town to see historic buildings and charming streetscapes
- Cycling tour of Cochem - e-bike excursion along the gentle path beside the Moselle River with local guide showing the castle, half-timbered houses and other Cochem gems
Landmarks Cochem Reichsburg Castle - Day 9
Bernkastel
Bernkastel- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided hike to Landshut ruins - active hike up to the ruins of Landshut Castle on a hill overlooking Bernkastel and the Moselle River, with guide revealing history dating to the 13th century
- Walking tour of Bernkastel - guided tour of local architecture and culture featuring perfectly preserved half-timbered houses and Renaissance Rathaus (Town Hall) with leisure time
- Wine tasting along the Moselle - learn why the fertile Moselle River banks produce world-renowned Rieslings and sample prestigious local wines
Landmarks Bernkastel Bernkasteler Doctor Vineyard Landshut Castle ruins Liebfrauenkirche Trier - Day 10
Koblenz
Koblenz- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Koblenz - guide leading through old town winding streets, charming squares, impressive townhouses, historic churches and the famed Florinsmarkt (former political and economic centre)
- Marksburg Castle visit - drive to Marksburg Castle perched high above the Rhine River, a perfect example of Medieval architecture dating to 1117 and the only undestroyedcastle on the Middle Rhine (for active guests only, good fitness and mobility required)
- Medieval Limburg - coach transfer to charming medieval town of Limburg an der Lahn with walk through historic cobblestone streets lined with perfectly preserved half-timbered houses, Cathedral overlooking the city and Alte Lahnbrucke (Old Bridge)
Landmarks Koblenz Marksburg Castle Florinsmarkt Limburg an der Lahn Alte Lahnbrucke 
- Day 11
Rüdesheim
Rüdesheim- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum - arrive by mini train and explore quirky museum of weird and wonderful mechanical musical instruments with local guide, then explore surrounding streets or take cable car to Niederwald Monument
- Hike & cable car - take cable car to Niederwald Monument then join local guide hiking through rolling vineyards of Rüdesheim (known for Riesling) with spectacular views of countryside and Rhine River
Landmarks Rüdesheim Rhine Gorge Lorelei statue Niederwald Monument Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum - Day 12
Mannheim
Mannheim- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Historical tour of Heidelberg - guided tour of town and visit to Heidelberg Castle (one of most important Renaissance structures north of the Alps), see breathtaking balcony views and the great Heidelberg Tun (world's largest wine barrel) (Note: walk includes some stairs and uneven ground)
- Tour of Heidelberg with free time - coach transfer to Heidelberg with brief walking tour followed by time to explore on your own
- Excursion to Bad Dürkheim - drive through stunning vine-covered landscapes to Bad Dürkheim and visit the famed Fitz-Ritter winery (ninth-generation family-owned vineyard), with tour and tasting (good degree of fitness required)
Landmarks Mannheim Heidelberg Heidelberg Castle Bad Dürkheim Fitz-Ritter Winery - Day 13
Strasbourg
Strasbourg- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Alsace wine route with tasting - explore this culturally diverse wine-growing area, visit one of the region's most famous wine-growing villages for tasting at a local wine cellar, then explore the neighbouring town of Obernai
- Cycling through Strasbourg - e-bike excursion along the region's impressive cycling trails (500km+ total covering city and suburbs), exploring charming suburbs, historic buildings, beautiful parklands and charming canals
- Walking tour of Strasbourg - see city's most important sites on foot including the cathedral, Petit France and Grand Ile, learning how France and Germany shaped this unique border city
Landmarks Strasbourg Strasbourg Cathedral Petit France Grand Ile Obernai - Day 14
Breisach
Breisach- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Toast to your final evening on board)
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Colmar - walking tour of the cultural centre of Alsace showing Colmar's confluence of French and German architecture, lifestyle and culture, with highlight of tasting famed Kugelhopf cake at a local bistro
- Guided tour of Freiburg with tasting - guided walking tour through lively medieval town on the edge of the Black Forest with sample of local delicacy Black Forest Cake
- Kaiserstuhl winery visit and wine tasting - taste wines from the volcanic soil region created by 16 million years of volcanic eruptions, experiencing the taste difference in the grapes
Landmarks Breisach Colmar Freiburg Black Forest Kaiserstuhl - Day 15
Basel to Lausanne
Basel to Lausanne- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Landmarks Lausanne Lake Geneva - Day 16
Lausanne
Lausanne- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Lausanne - introduction to city's historic Old Town with winding streets, impressive Lausanne Cathedral overlooking city and panoramic viewpoints with views of Lake Geneva and the Alps
Optional Activities
- Morning stroll around lakeside promenade
Landmarks Lausanne Lausanne Cathedral Lake Geneva Alps - Day 17
Lausanne to Interlaken
Lausanne to Interlaken- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic train journey on GoldenPass Express from Montreux to Interlaken through the Alps
Landmarks Interlaken Jungfrau region Lake Thun Lake Brienz Montreux 
- Day 18
Interlaken
Interlaken- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Excursion to Jungfraujoch - cogwheel train to the 'Top of Europe' at almost 3,500 metres, the continent's highest railway station with fabulous views of towns and valleys below
- Short tour of Grindelwald - one of Switzerland's most spectacular alpine villages beneath the dramatic north face of the Eiger, featuring traditional chalets, flower-filled balconies and sweeping views of surrounding peaks
Landmarks Interlaken Jungfraujoch Eiger Mönch Jungfrau Grindelwald - Day 19
Interlaken to Zermatt
Interlaken to Zermatt- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Traditional Swiss cheese fondue meal)
Landmarks Zermatt Matterhorn 
- Day 20
Zermatt
Zermatt- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Europe's highest open-air cogwheel railway to Gornergrat - ascend to a rocky peak summit of more than 3,000 metres with spectacular 360-degree views including the Matterhorn
Optional Activities
- Explore Zermatt on foot - the car-free village offers walking exploration opportunities
Landmarks Zermatt Gornergrat Matterhorn - Day 21
Zermatt to Lugano
Zermatt to Lugano- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Landmarks Lugano Andermatt - Day 22
Lugano
Lugano- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch following risotto cooking class), Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Lugano - discover elegant lakeside promenade, historic Piazza della Riforma, charming Old Town with narrow streets and ornate churches, panoramic viewpoints of Lake Lugano and surrounding hills with insights into local culture, art and cuisine
Landmarks Lugano Lake Lugano Piazza della Riforma - Day 23
Lugano to Engelberg
Lugano to Engelberg- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Exploration of Lucerne - see the Jesuit Church, Chapel Bridge (quaint wooden bridge) and Lion Monument (sculpture commemorating Swiss guards massacred during French Revolution)
Landmarks Lucerne Lake Lucerne Chapel Bridge Jesuit Church Lion Monument Engelberg - Day 24
Engelberg
Engelberg- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Mt Titlis - journey on the world's first revolving cable car to more than 3,000 metres with breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of snowcapped mountains, lush valleys and glaciers
- Cheesemaking in a local monastery - visit to local monastery with hands-on cheesemaking workshop observing master cheesemakers demonstrating authentic Alpine cheese crafting using time-honoured techniques, concluding with tasting of distinctive regional varieties
Landmarks Engelberg Mt Titlis - Day 25
Engelberg to Zurich
Engelberg to Zurich- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Zurich - wander through Old Town's winding streets, medieval square of Niederdorf, cross bridges over Limmat River and admire ninth-century Fraumunster Church with renowned stained-glass windows created by Marc Chagall
Landmarks Zurich Lake Zurich Limmat River Old Town Niederdorf Fraumunster Church 
- Day 26
Zurich
Zurich- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Farewell lunch with wine tasting), Dinner
Included Activities
- Farewell lunch and wine tasting - sample local wines from Zurich's wine region along the hillsides of Lake Zurich and Limmat Valley, followed by delicious farewell lunch
Optional Activities
- Explore Zurich's vibrant cafes for coffee and cake
Landmarks Zurich Lake Zurich Limmat Valley - Day 27
Zurich (Departure)
Zurich (Departure)- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Zurich
