FESTIVE TIME ON THE ROMANTIC RHINE

One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which takes you across Germany—and touches in Holland, France, and Switzerland! Begin your Romantic Rhine vacation your way with a one-night stay in Amsterdam! Join us for an off-the-beaten-path guided walking tour through its cobblestone streets before embarking on your Suite Ship®. Continue to explore this 700-year-old city on a canal cruise along the elegant grachten, lined with homes dating back to the city’s “Golden Age.” Cologne, Germany—a 2,000 year-old city known for its Gothic architecture—will be an exciting stop with its famous twin-spired cathedral and Old Town with many shops, cafés, and taverns. Pass through the dramatic Rhine Gorge—the most beautiful view of the Rhine River where ancient castles stand on cliffs 400 feet above the water. Cruise to the charming wine town of Rüdesheim and visit the unique Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Continue your Rhine River cruise to Mainz for a guided walk and visit to the captivating Gutenberg Museum, or take an excursion to Heidelberg to visit the ruins of its red-walled castle. In Strasbourg, France, you’ll be amazed by the red-sandstone Gothic cathedral with ancient murals and fascinating astronomical clock. Also, stroll through the lovely La Petite France district with its quaint shops, delightful bistros, and peaceful waterfront promenade. Before the end of your European river cruise vacation, stop in Breisach, Germany, the gateway to Germany’s Black Forest. Here, find unrivaled natural beauty in the area best known for Black Forest ham, cherry cake, and the cuckoo clock. At every stop, you’ll experience the magical charm of this time of year, with the towns decked out in festive lights and décor, and the Christmas markets waiting to be explored.

Day 1 Welcome to Amsterdam

Day 2 Amsterdam (Embarkation):
Off the beaten path walking tour; onboard welcome reception

Day 3 Amsterdam:
Canal cruise

Day 4 Cologne:
Guided walk; Christmas market

Day 5 Rhine Gorge-Rüdesheim:
Scenic sailing through the Rhine Gorge; choice of visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim or hike in the vineyards with your Adventure Host; Christmas market

Day 6 Mainz. Excursion to Heidelberg:
Choice of guided walk in Mainz with visit of the Gutenberg Museum or guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat or a hike up Philosophers’ Way; Christmas market

Day 7 Strasbourg:
Guided sightseeing, visit the La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral; Christmas market

Day 8 Breisach:
Choice of Black Forest Excursion or visit to Badischer Winzerkeller

Day 9 Basel (Disembarkation):
Your cruise ends this day

Please note: Pricing starts at $3,200 per person, double occupancy. Prices subject to change.

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