Itinerary

1. Overnight Flight

   Discover a dramatic waterway where winding valleys give way to riverside cities and Alpine hamlets. Venture along the Rhine and Moselle and spend time in beloved European cities, getting a taste of the local culture in each stop along the way.

   Accommodation: MS Amadeus Brilliant

2. Zurich, Switzerland - Basel - Board Cruise Ship - Tour Begins

   Your tour opens in Basel, Switzerland where you will board your ship. Your home for the next seven nights, this ship offers an array of amenities including outside staterooms, unlimited wine with every dinner, and daily onboard musical performances. This evening, meet in the lounge for a cocktail reception followed by a welcome dinner.

   Meal included: Dinner
   Accommodation: MS Amadeus Brilliant

3. Strasbourg, France

   Cross the French border and experience Strasbourg, a fairytale town that blends centuries of international influences to create its own unique culture. On a guided walking tour of the old quarter, Petite France, and a canal cruise, take in the iconic timber-framed houses, the Cathedral of Notre Dame, and Place de la République. Make the most of some free time to explore this perfectly preserved town before returning to your ship.

   Meal included: Breakfast, Dinner & Lunch
   Accommodation: MS Amadeus Brilliant

4. Speyer, Germany - Mannheim

   Sail to Speyer, one of Germany’s oldest cities. This morning, it’s your choice! Get to know Speyer on a walking tour where you will trace the story of Speyer’s Jewish community from the year 1084 to today, visiting significant UNESCO sites and the modern Beith Shalom synagogue -OR- follow guides in historical garb on a journey back in time to discover the everyday lives of citizens in the Middle Ages. Later, the river takes you to Mannheim where you will have free time to explore this German city and its parks on your own. Perhaps you will join an optional excursion to Heidelberg, an ancient city of Renaissance buildings and castle ramparts.

   Meal included: Breakfast, Dinner & Lunch
   Accommodation: MS Amadeus Brilliant

5. Rhine River - Lorelei Passage - Alken - Cochem

   Start your morning with scenic sailing along the Rhine and through the Lorelei Passage, the river’s narrowest point named for a storied siren. After lunch, dock in Alken and take a journey to Cochem, a storybook town overlooking the water. Embark on a guided tour through the town and into Reichsburg Castle, a fortress perched high upon a hill with a stunning view of Cochem and the Moselle Valley below.

   Meal included: Breakfast, Dinner & Lunch
   Accommodation: MS Amadeus Brilliant

6. Moselle River - Zell - Bernkastel

   Experience the Moselle Valley, starting in the over 2,000-year-old town of Zell. Board a coach and enjoy views of the beautiful wine-lined landscapes on your way to Bernkastel in the heart of the Moselle wine region. Visit a wine cellar where a local winemaker will introduce you to their culture while you enjoy a tasting of Mosel wines. Then, return to your ship in Zell to set sail this afternoon.

   Meal included: Breakfast, Dinner & Lunch
   Accommodation: MS Amadeus Brilliant

7. Cologne

   Your journey brings you to Cologne, where you will join a guide for a walking tour of the city’s Gothic Old Town. Wander along cobblestone streets and admire the Cologne Cathedral, the Roman Dionysus mosaic, and the Romanesque church of St. Martin. Top off this walking tour with a tasting of Cologne’s famous Kölsch beer. Continue your afternoon gliding along the Rhine River and passing through the picturesque German landscapes dotted with medieval towns. End your day at the Captain’s Gala Dinner – a lively celebration of food, music and entertainment.

   Meal included: Breakfast, Dinner & Lunch
   Accommodation: MS Amadeus Brilliant

8. Amsterdam, Netherlands

   Begin your day in Amsterdam, a city of narrow canals and stone bridges. Embark on a tour with a local expert before seeing the city from a different perspective, voyaging along the city’s centuries-old canal system. Sail by charming cafés and famous 16th-century row houses stacked side-by-side.

   Meal included: Breakfast, Dinner & Lunch

9. Amsterdam - Disembark Ship - Tour Ends

   After breakfast, wish the river valleys goodbye as you disembark and your tour comes to a close.

   Meal included: Breakfast