
Travel through five amazing countries along the legendary Rhine and vineyard-rich Moselle. Starting off in vibrant, canal-lined Amsterdam, you'll traipse south on the path of historic legends and sail the fabled Rhine River Valley. Cruise past some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, where fairytale castles and historic sites greet you at every turn. Sail the meandering and romantic Moselle River, the Rhine's breathtaking tributary. Be enchanted by scenery of sylvan woods, ancient Roman ruins, medieval villages, and vineyards where vines cling bravely to spectacularly steep slopes. Indulge in the Moselle's distinguished vintages of full-bodied Rieslings as you pay homage to one of Europe's most charming river valleys, the Moselle. Travel through five amazing countries France, Switzerland, Germany, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands all rich in UNESCO World Heritage Sites. And all along the way, savor the excellent wines and distinctive local cuisine, sampling the best these regions have to offer! Who will enjoy this cruise: Connoisseurs of food and wine will savor hearty meals, delicate pastries, fine chocolates, and full-bodied Rieslings. Art aficionados and nature lovers will treasure an abundance of museums, castles, architecture, and spectacular natural scenery.
Day 1 - Depart Home Gateway City to Basel
Day 2 - Arrive Basel (Embark)
Day 3 - Breisach (Colmar), Strasbourg
Day 4 - Strasbourg and Speyer
Day 5 - Speyer, Rudesheim
Day 6 - Rudesheim, cruising the romantic Rhine
Day 7 - Cochem
Day 8 - Trier
Day 9 - Wasserbillig (Luxembourg), Trier
Day 10 - Bernkastel
Day 11 - Koblenz
Day 12 - Cologne
Day 13 - 14 - Amsterdam (Disembark), transfer to the airport |
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Questions? call 1-800-342-0019
Sightseeing Highlights - Amsterdam - Visit the renowned Rijksmuseum. - Cologne Walking tour, viewing the cathedral a UNESCO World Heritage Site. - Cochem - Visit Reichsburg Castle. - Trier - A guided tour exploring the town. - Bernkastel - Enjoy a walking tour and wine-tasting. - Rudesheim - Take a Gondolar Ride to Niederwald Monument. - Speyer - Visit Old Town and the grand Cathedral. - Strasbourg - Enjoy a leisurely canal cruise. - Colmar - Walk through cobblestone streets. - Basel - Enjoy a city tour viewing the medieval Town Hall.
Dining Highlights - Enriching onboard entertainment and insightful lectures - Captain's Welcome and Farewell Dinners - All meals on board ship: breakfast, lunch and dinner - Classical European cuisine with a twist of contemporary elegance - Complimentary wine during dinner, and bottled water in your stateroom
First Class Travel Highlights - 12-night cruise in an outside stateroom on the regal Grand River Queen - 11 shore excursions fully hosted by English-speaking guides - An experienced Cruise Manager and attentive all English-speaking crew - All transfers - Complimentary use of bicycles
Complimentary Transfers - Arrival Transfers: Flights must arrive between 0800 and 1500 on the day that the cruise departs in order to receive airport to ship transfers. These transfers are group transfers and passengers may experience a waiting period between transfers. Passengers will need to make their way to the meet and greet area where they will be met by a representative holding a TRAFALGAR UNIWORLD sign. Passengers arriving outside these times will need to make their own arrangements or purchase a private transfer. - Departure Transfers: Flights must depart between 0800 and 1400 on the day that the cruise ends in order to receive the ship to airport transfer. Passengers departing later than this must make their own arrangements or purchase private transfers.
Important Note: Complimentary transfers will vary on certain tours especially if a Land portion is included on the tour. Please contact Trafalgar or your Travel Agent at time of booking to confirm the Complimentary transfer status on your selected tour.
NOT INCLUDED: Port Charges: $168
Pricing Categories for Itinerary is as follows:
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Category - 1 |
| Cabin 2 |
Category - 2 |
| Cabin 3 |
Category - 3 |
| Cabin 4 |
Category - 5 | Cabin upgrades are available upon request! |
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Questions? call 1-800-342-0019