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Arrive in Basel - Arrive at your five-star cruise ship moored in Basel. Your professional, English-speaking crew will welcome you on board, show you to your cabin and help you familiarise yourself with all aspects of this floating boutique hotel.
Lucerne & Bernese Oberland - What an impressive kick-off to our cruise, as today promises to be a visual feast. We’ll take the short drive to Lucerne, spectacularly nestled among mountain views. This chic city is by far Switzerland’s most beautiful and has been attracting well-heeled visitors for two centuries - our very own Queen Victoria among them. A must-do is a brisk stroll along the Chapel Bridge symbol of the city, a unique and covered wooden walkway crossing the lake, supported by stilts, lined with flow... Read More
Breisach & The Black Forest - Relax this morning on board whilst we sail to the ancient town of Breisach, whose historic heart is surrounded by stone ramparts and dominated by the impressive Saint Stephan’s Cathedral. This afternoon you drive through some of Central Europe’s most stunning scenery – the Black Forest Mountains. This is a fabled landscape of rugged valleys, white-water rivers, cascading waterfalls and rolling hillsides covered with huge, densely packed pine trees – exactly as you expect it to be. Our... Read More
Strasbourg - This morning, we have arrived in France and Strasbourg, capital of the Alsace region. After a hearty breakfast, we embark on a stroll through the charming 16th-century old town; straight from the pages of a storybook, it’s a real-life maze of narrow streets and canals adorned with timber-framed houses and fancy portals. Prepare to be wowed by the Gothic grandeur of Notre-Dame Cathedral, the multi-towered Ponts Couverts - covered bridges - and the pretty Petite France quarter with pastel-painted ho... Read More
Speyer - We’ll remain moored in Speyer this morning to enjoy a guided tour of this medieval gem, founded by the Celts and one of Germany’s oldest cities, celebrated for its illustrious past. The Imperial Cathedral steals the show—a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a Romanesque masterpiece, and the resting place of Holy Roman emperors and German kings. The marble-floored crypt, a serene space adorned with pastel-coloured pillars, is the resting place of many Holy Roman emperors and German kings. Another landmark is... Read More
Rüdesheim, Rhine Gorge & Koblenz - Our ship is moored in Rüdesheim, amidst crooked houses cascading down wooded hillsides and terraced vineyards. The morning unfolds with a walking tour through the bustling marketplace, (you’ll struggle not to fall for its charms), stopping to admire the half-timbered Klunkhardshof and formidable Bromserburg Castle, standing guard since 1275. This afternoon we’ll witness a real highlight of the cruise, the dramatic Rhine Gorge. Steep vineyards give way to almost vertical rocky out... Read More
Cologne - Early birds will witness our departure from Koblenz as we set sail towards Cologne before we settle in for a leisurely morning on board as we drift through this lovely Rhineland scenery, past quaint riverside towns with pretty waterfronts and carefully tended vineyards. See the famous ruined bridge at Remagen, which was captured intact by the Allies towards the end of the Second World War, allowing thousands of troops to cross into Germany’s heartland and the forested Siebengebirge - Seven Mountains – a c... Read More
Cologne - After a lazy breakfast there’ll be the opportunity to recharge and reset today with time to yourself to get further acquainted with this beautifully grand and historic city. Your tick list might include a wander round the Sculpture Park or indulging your sweet tooth at the famous Chocolate Museum. Take a ride on the city’s cable car as you soar over the Rhine with dazzling views of the city and beyond. Or perhaps while away a few peaceful hours in the Museum Ludwig pondering the colourful canvases in its... Read More
Andernach & Koblenz - Awake in the delightful town of Andernach, nestling behind sturdy medieval walls.One of the oldest towns in Germany, it was founded by the Romans in 12BC on the site of an old Celtic settlement then seized by the Franks in 450 AD who set up a royal court within its old fort walls. By medieval times, the town had grown in stature and was trading with places as far away as England and Scandinavia – even having its own mint and coinage. Andernach and the surrounding area is well known for its p... Read More
Bernkastel - After breakfast, find a sun lounger on the sun deck to enjoy some fabulous river views during a morning of scenic sailing. You’ll never tire of this natural landscape, with gentle forested hills sweeping down to the rippling water’s edge. After lunch on board, explore the medieval town of Bernkastel, where quintessential charm reigns supreme! A huddle of pointy roofs and spires, tall timber framed treasures and intriguing alleys hide a host of wineries and cosy taverns. Stroll the cobbled lanes, pau... Read More
Trier & Luxembourg - This morning we’ll drive from Trier through this scenic region to Luxembourg. Small but beautifully formed, just under 1,000 square miles in size, this diminutive country still packs a mighty punch with fine castles, medieval fortifications and beautifully preserved little towns. We’ll arrive in the capital bearing the same name, located amidst the deep gorges cut by the Alzette and Pétrusse rivers where a local guide will impart their knowledge of this interesting city. Discover sights includi... Read More
Cochem - A morning of scenic cruising awaits, so catch up on a spot of reading in the ship’s library, book yourself in for a little pampering in the spa, or just pull up a comfy vantage point on deck and do nothing at all. Really there’s no excuse needed! Approaching Cochem we pass through an impressive series of locks – and if you don’t want to miss the action, head up on deck to watch this fascinating system in operation. This is the very heart of the Moselle wine trade and all around you’ll note steep, tree-... Read More
Rhine Gorge & Rüdesheim - Today you’ll have another change to see the world-famous Rhine Gorge, and luckily these views never get boring! Our idea of perfection is spending time sitting on the sun deck as you float past some of the most beautiful landscapes in Europe, with a nice coffee, no to do list to tick off, and nowhere to be. At lunchtime we arrive in Rüdesheim for the second time. This afternoon we’ll board the Winzerexpress road train for a tour of the sights and the surrounding vineyards, enjoying some s... Read More
Worms & Speyer - You’ll wake this morning in the ancient Roman city of Worms, and it might feel like time has wound to a firm halt here. The four, tiered towers and huge domes of the Romanesque cathedral dominate the city skyline and as you wander with our local guide, you’ll find relics of its fascinating past scattered across the old town, from impressive churches, ruins of the city’s fortifications and a Jewish cemetery. We’ll visit Worms’ centrepiece, the 12th-century cathedral, to admire its beautiful colonnad... Read More
Heidelberg or Schwetzingen & Rhine Gorge - This morning you’ll get to choose how to spend your day. Your first option will be a visit to the refined city of Heidelberg. An architectural miracle, escaping damage during the Second World War, this beautifully preserved city straddles the banks of the River Neckar, against an idyllic backdrop of forested slopes. An imposing castle stands guard over its romantic Altstadt – old town – a huddle of gabled terracotta roofs and pointy spires. Its 14th-century university is o... Read More
Niederlahnstein - After breakfast, we visit the magnificent Marksburg Castle, dating from the 13th century and as one of the only castles on the Rhine to fully escape war damage, it well-deserves its UNESCO status. On a guided tour through its nooks and crannies, learning about life here through the ages, we’ll see the impressive Gothic Hall, armoury and a kitchen that no doubt cooked its fair share of feasts. Take in the expansive views stretching for miles over the river and valley below – you can see exactly wh... Read More
Bonn & Cologne - Embark on a leisurely morning in Bonn, a city with a dual personality—official seat of government and a historical gem waiting to be explored. The former capital of the West German state, Bonn, may have lost its parliamentary battle, but its charm prevails. Stroll through the old town, framed by grand squares and the pastel pink town hall with its gleaming gilding. The soaring spire of the imposing Romanesque church is the city’s landmark, and did you know Beethoven called this city home? His form... Read More
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