Legends of the Rhine

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This tour is discontinued instead see:     Rhine Getaway Legendary Rhine & Moselle Highlights of Germany     This journey provides a window into some of the historic eras and events that have shaped northern Europe. Cruise through the Middle Rhine Valley, lined with dozens of medieval castles, and take walking tours of castles and cobbled ...

Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Marvel at the soaring carved interiors and stained-glass windows of Cologne’s iconic Gothic cathedral, and sample the local beers.
    • Cruise through the Middle Rhine Valley, lined with dozens of medieval castles, and take walking tours of castles and cobbled streets.

What's this trip about?

    This tour is discontinued instead see:     Rhine Getaway Legendary Rhine & Moselle Highlights of Germany     This journey provides a window into some of the historic eras and events that have shaped northern Europe. Cruise through the Middle Rhine Valley, lined with dozens of medieval castles, and take walking tours of castles and cobbled streets. Marvel at the soaring carved interiors and stained-glass windows of Cologne’s iconic Gothic cathedral, and sample the local beers. Stop in Remagen, the site of World War II’s Operation Market Garden, and Nijmegen for a guided visit to the Overloon War and Resistance Museum. Spend a full day enjoying the delightful Golden Age city of Amsterdam, including a canal boat tour. Hear the echoes of history on this 8-day itinerary.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range50 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityFrankfurt
End CityAmsterdam

Travel Themes

  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Germany
  • Netherlands

Attractions

  • Amsterdam
  • Frankfurt
  • Heidelberg Castle

Activities

  • Historic sightseeing
  • River cruise
  • Sailing
  • Wine Tasting

Trip includes

    • 8-day cruise with river-view stateroom
    • 7 guided tours with audio headset
    • All meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 7 dinners, featuring regional specialties and including Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner and Captain’s Farewell Dinner
    • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with onboard dinner and lunch service
    • Visit 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
    • Culture Curriculum: Enjoy a classical music performance; attend lectures on the European Union, the Rhine & World War II history; learn how to create your own Rüdesheimer coffee
    • All port charges
    • Free Wi-Fi, connection speed may vary

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Frankfurt, Germany
Meals : D Accommodation : Heidelberg Turret Gate, Germany Arrive in Frankfurt, also known as Frankfurt am Main, Germany’s fifth-largest city. Transfer from the airport to embark your ship.* After boarding, relax and get settled in, or spend some time exploring the city, a stunning blend of traditional charm and modern elegance, on your own. After dinner, relax and enjoy musical entertainment in the Lounge.

Day 2: Heidelberg & Rüdesheim, Germany
Meals : B, L, D Accommodation : Braubach, Germany Wake up in Mannheim and disembark for a tour of Heidelberg to see Germany’s oldest university, founded in 1386. Then, visit the beautiful sandstone ruins of imposing Heidelberg Castle and take in the scenery of the Necka...
Day 3: Braubach & Koblenz, Germany
Meals : B, L, D Accommodation : UNESCO Cochem, Germany This morning, sail along the most scenic stretch of the Rhine, where castles overlook the river from their hilltop locations. This part of the Middle Rhine Valley is so impressive that it is a UNESCO World Heritage ...
Day 4: Cochem, Germany
Meals : B, L, D Accommodation : The Dom Cathedral, Cologne, Germany Enjoy scenic morning cruising on the Moselle River, a hidden gem lined with steep vineyards, pastoral towns and stately castles. After lunch aboard your ship, arrive in the quaint town of Cochem, where ...
Day 5: Cologne & Remagen, Germany
Meals : B, L, D Accommodation : Miltenberg, Germany Continue along the Rhine to Cologne and disembark for a walking tour. Stroll through Old Town past St. Martin’s Church, then spend some time inside Cologne’s Dom, a massive Gothic cathedral whose construction began in ...
Day 6: Nijmegen, Netherlands
Meals : B, L, D Accommodation : Amsterdam canals, Netherlands Located on the Waal River near the German border, Nijmegen is known as the oldest city in The Netherlands. Founded in Roman times, it flourished under Charlemagne and later became a free imperial city and a m...
Day 7: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Meals : B, L, D Accommodation : UNESCO After breakfast, embark on a canal tour by glass-topped boat to see architecture from the city’s Golden Age. Return aboard for lunch; then your afternoon and evening are free to visit the Anne Frank House, see the Van Gogh Museum or explore the city’s charming neighborhoods. We remain docked overnight.

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Price per day$307
Last Updated: 8/19/2018

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