Have a good rest at overnight flight to Amsterdam.

Transfer to port after arrival. Embarkation starts at 3p.m. you can enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

For early or late arrival guests, we will help you to request early embarkation or boxed dinner.

Meals: Dinner

For 2025-SEP-19 Departure, the sailing will finish in Basel instead of Mainz.

Described as 'a small nation inside a large one' by Geert Mak in 'Amsterdam: A Brief Life of the City,' Amsterdam is not just a city but also a unique entity in itself. The city's 17th-century Dutch Golden Age is reflected in its picturesque three rings of canals, adorned with ornate merchants' residences and warehouses. Boasting over 1200 bridges and 165 canals, Amsterdam's waterways are a major draw for visitors. Start your day with a guided walking tour to uncover the city's numerous attractions, followed by a delightful onboard lunch. In the evening, join us in the lounge for a welcome cocktail and safety instructions before indulging in the Welcome Gala Dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner

One of the largest cities in the  Netherlands, Arnhem – on the right bank  of the Nederrijn. Today you may explore the areas at your own pace.  For example, the Open Air Museum; it is a wonderful spot to present Old Dutch’s life style. Spread  across 82 beautiful wooded acres just 4km from the heart of Arnhem. Museme founded in 1912 by ordinary Dutch citizens wanting to preserve traditional  ways of life and folk art from different  parts of the country. We will Depart to Cologne in the afternoon.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner

Arrive in Cologne, a prominent highlight of your journey. With its origins dating back to the first century AD as a Roman provincial capital and military stronghold, Cologne offers a unique sblend of historical elements from its rich past. Nestled near the left bank of the Rhine, the city's remarkable landmark, the Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Mary, stands proudly as a UNESCO World Heritage site, inviting visitors to marvel at its architectural splendor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner

Our cruise will dock in Koblenz this morning; it boasts many other well-preserved historic attractions, from sumptuous old palaces to some of the oldest churches in Germany. It is also perfect position to explore the UNESCO world heritage portion of the Rhine Valley. You are free at leisure in the morning, or you may join the optional Koblenz walking tour (EUR €55/person, min. 10 guests). At noon, we will continure sailing to Rudesheim and arrive in the evening. Overnight onboard.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Upon arrive in Mannheim, we can start our morning tour to Heidelberg. The symbol of Heidelberg is its Castle, perched on the slopes of Mountain Konigstuhl some 70m above the Neckar. From the Castle, a path takes you straight down into the old town, which features an important site of remembrance amid its beautiful streets. Then return the ship, overnight onboard.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner

Strasbourg is the capital of the Alsace region of France and is most widely known for hosting a number of important European institutions. Nothing prepares you for your first glimpse of Strasbourg’s Cathedral Notre – Dame, completed in all its Gothic grandeur in 1439. After the morning walking tour in Strasbourg, return to ship for lunch. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner   

Our cruise ends in Mainz, but our journey has not finished yet. Continue to next stop, Freiburg, a vibrant university city, known for its temperate climate and reconstructed medieval old town, crisscrossed by picturesque brooks (bächle). In the surrounding highlands, hiking destination Schlossberg hill is linked to Freiburg by a funicular. Then continure travel to Lucerne. The rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Lucerne.

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will discover this beauty and charm town on a walking tour. The iconic Lion Monument, which you’ll visit, was sculpted in memory for the Swiss Guards massacred during the French Revolution in 1792. Walking along the Lake Lucerne and enjoy the view of Mt. Pilatus and Riji, that is how life should be. This afternoon is free at leisure, you may have a chance to try local delicacies. Overnight in Lucerne.

Meals: Breakfast     

Today is free at leisure to explore this magical city on your own. Or, you may join our optional tour to Mt Pilatus. (EUR €165pp, min. 10 guests) This is a 4-hour roundtrip journey includes a 30-minute panoramic gondola ride from Kriens to Fräkmüntegg, and an ascent by aerial cableway to the peak of Mt. Pilatus.

Meals: Breakfast   

After breakfast, transfer to Zurich airport for your return flight.

Meals: Breakfast