13 Day Rhine River Cruise with Amsterdam & Lucerne 2018 Itinerary

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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • In Amsterdam, board a glass-top boat and cruise the winding canals
    • Sail on the legendary Rhine to Cologne, capital of the Rhineland
    • Discover 2000-year-old Koblenz, with its superb Romanesque architecture
    • View the mighty Lorelei Rock named for the siren "Lorelei" rising vertically from the waters
    • Stroll the lanes filled with quaint wine taverns in the lively village of Rüdesheim
    • Visit the Alsace capital of Strasbourg, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site
    • Walk the cobbled streets of tiny Breisach, a city that dates back over 4,000 years
    • Explore Lucerne with its pristine lakeside setting and gorgeous mountainous panorama

What's this trip about?

    2 Amsterdam, 7 Cruise, 2 Lucerne

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range12 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

Attractions

  • Amsterdam
  • Heidelberg
  • Lucerne
  • Strasbourg

Activities

  • Culture

Trip includes

    • Flights New York-Amsterdam, Zurich-New YorkOther departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices
    • Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
    • 11 nights First Class & Deluxe accommodations 2 nights Amsterdam 7 nights outside cabin aboard the First Class Monarch Queen 2 nights Lucerne River port charges of $190 per person
    • Cruise & hotel porterage
    • All transfers
    • 24 meals: 11 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
    • Entrance fees per itinerary
    • Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring during excursions

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Thursday - Depart for the Netherlands
Depart for the Netherlands

DAY 2, Friday - Arrive in Amsterdam
Welcome to Amsterdam, Holland's sophisticated and modern capital; transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free to discover the many cultural sites this delightful city has to offer. Tonight, a Welcome Drink with your Tour Manager, followed by a briefing about the journey Overnight: Amsterdam

DAY 3, Saturday - Amsterdam City Tour
Today's panoramic tour of 700-year-old Amsterdam introduces you to both the old and the new sections of this city. Then, board a glass-top boat and cruise the winding canals for an up-close view of the stately historic homes, 16th-century warehouses and charming churches...
DAY 4 Sunday - Cruise Embarkation in Amsterdam
Time for personal exploration or shopping in Amsterdam this morning before the afternoon transfer to the port for embarkation. Embarkation will begin at 2:00 pm. After arrival formalities, rest and relax on board. This evening, the Captain's Welcome Cocktail and Dinner sets the mood for your delightful river cruise Overnight: River Cruise Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 5, Monday - Leisure Morning in Amsterdam, Afternoon Cruising
Morning at leisure on board or pick up some last minute Dutch souvenirs. This afternoon get acquainted with your fellow passengers as you cruise south for Germany Overnight: River Cruise Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6, Tuesday - Cologne City Tour
Sail on the legendary Rhine to Cologne, one of Germany's largest cities and capital of the Rhineland, arriving as you enjoy lunch on board. Your walking tour of the city is highlighted by the soaring, twin-steeple Gothic cathedral that is the geographical and spiritual h...
DAY 7, Wednesday - Morning in Koblenz & Afternoon Cruising
The ship docks this morning in Koblenz, located at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle Rivers. Join an orientation walk this morning and free time to explore the Romanesque architecture and imposing defensive towers of this 2000-year old city. Or, join the optional...
DAY 8, Thursday - Morning in Mannheim & Afternoon in Speyer
Today discover Mannheim, meeting point of the Rhine and Neckar Rivers, once the gathering place for classical composers. View the imposing red sandstone Schloss, Germany's largest baroque palace and the Luisenpark, one of the loveliest parks in Europe. Alternatively,...
DAY 9, Friday - Strasbourg City Tour
A lovely day awaits you in the Alsace capital of Strasbourg, situated on the border of France and Germany, blending the cultures of both countries. Discover Strasbourg on the tour highlighting the city's center, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Of special note is...
DAY 10, Saturday - Breisach Walking Tour
Arrive this morning in the small city of Breisach that dates back over 4,000 years. On your walking tour along the cobbled streets lined with pastel-painted houses, it's hard to believe this town was mostly destroyed in WWII and then totally restored to its original beau...
DAY 11, Sunday - Mount Pilatus & Lucerne City Tour
This morning disembark in Basel and drive to Lucerne with its pristine lakeside setting and gorgeous mountainous panorama, where you spend two nights in the center of the Swiss Alps. Upon arrival, ascend Mount Pilatus to take in the gorgeous panorama from nearly 7000 fee...
DAY 12, Monday - Full Day in Lucerne
A full day to explore this lovely city at the heart of central Switzerland nestled on Lake Lucerne. See the historic houses lining the lovely town squares in the well-preserved medieval Old City, walk along the waterfront promenade or perhaps discover the lake on a paddl...
DAY 13, Tuesday - Depart Switzerland
Transfer to the airport in Zurich for your return flight Meals: Breakfast

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Optional Activities
Marksburg Castle Tour Join a guided tour of the dramatic Marksburg Castle, the only hill castle on the Rhine that has never been destroyed. The castle has been continuously occupied for over 700 years and houses a host of artifacts that bring the Middle Ages to life. *This tour will encounter some uneven surfaces, stairs, steps and significant slopes. Approximate tour duration is 2 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $50 Heidelberg City Tour Heidelberg is one of Germany’s most scenic cities. For hundreds of years the city's medieval splendor has inspired some of the world's greatest artists and authors. This tour takes you through the city, with views of the historic Old Town, the expansive ruins of Heidelberg Castle, and the Neckar River. Fortunately, the city was spared from destruction during the WWII, leaving buildings dating to the Middle Ages completely intact. Today, the city is a bustling, vibrant center for education and the arts, seamlessly blending the modern and the traditional. Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 8 Price : $60 Colmar City Tour Situated on the Alsatian wine route, Colmar is a picturesque city well known for its half-timbered houses and series of canals, known as "Little Venice." During your guided walking tour, view the highlights of the city's architectural heritage, mostly spared during the French Revolution and subsequent wars of the 19th and 20th centuries. Today, Colmar is known as Alsace’s most beautiful city with its dramatic steep pitched roofs, pastel stucco and distinctive French shutters accented by window boxes filled with colorful geraniums. At the end of your tour, stop by a local wine maker to sample a few of the region's varietals. Advance purchase is highly recommended for this tour. Tickets are limited to a maximum of 90 passengers per departure and might not be available for purchase locally. Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 10 Price : $66
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