12 Days Charm of Rhine River Cruising

Rhine River cruise offers a unique opportunity to experience the best of Europe's natural beauty and cultural heritage. The river is known for its stunning scenery and rich history, making it the perfect destination for travelers seeking an immersive and unforgettable experience. Switzerland, with its high standards of living, is a top destination along the route, and Lucerne, with its breathtaking location on the edge of Lake Lucerne and surrounded by snowcapped mountains, is a must-visit destination in Switzerland. By combining these destinations in one trip, you can get a complete and diverse experience of Europe's most beautiful and historic places.

MS Crucevita is a 5 star standard ship with elegant lines, yacht style. It refurbished in 2019, offering a unique and personalized cruising experience. With a Max capacity of only 110 guests, the ship provides a comfortable and cozy atmosphere, making it a great choice for travelers looking for a more intimate and exclusive cruise experience. The smaller ship size allows for easy navigation on the Rhine River, even during periods of low water levels.

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Trip Code TP12RR

10 Nights

23 Meals

Escorted Tour

4 Star

Small Group (26)

Airfares

Coach, Cruise

Shore excurions

Tour Highlights

Rhine Gorge

Sailing on famous Rhine Gorge (UNESCO Heritage)

Cologne Cathedral

Visiting 2000-year-old Cologne

Heidelberg Castle

Renaissance architecture: Heidelberg Castle

“Little France” - Strasbourg

Walking tour of the lovely “Little France” - Strasbourg

Lucerne

Lucerne, a city sites amid snow-capped mountains on Lake Lucerne

Itinerary

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Day 1: North America - Amsterdam

Have a good rest at overnight flight to Amsterdam.
Day 2: Amsterdam

Transfer to port after arrival. Embarkation starts at 2 PM. 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
Day 3: Amsterdam

Amsterdam is a city, but it is also a country by itself, “a small nation inside a large one”, wrote Geert Mak in “Amsterdam: a brief life of the city”. The city is distinguished by its three rings of canals lined by elaborately decorated merchants' residences and warehouses built in the 17th century, the Dutch Golden Age. There are more than 1200 bridges and 165 canals throughout the city, and they are just part of the biggest attractions in Amsterdam. After breakfast, enjoy a walking tour of the city and find out all attractions with our tour guide. Lunch will serve on board after the morning tour. Welcome cocktail and safety instruction in the lounge followed by the Welcome Gala Dinner.

Meals: Breakfast (07:00 – 09:00), Lunch , Dinner
Day 4: Cologne

Awake this morning in Cologne, one of the highlight cities in this trip. Cologne can trace its roots back to the first century AD, when it was established as a Roman provincial capital and military stronghold, and one of its most appealing features for tourists is that it retains elements from all the various periods of its long history. Near the left bank of the Rhine, Cologne’s towering landmake, the Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Mary, is a UNESCO word heritage site.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Day 5: Koblenz-Rudesheim

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 today or join the walking tour for EUR55.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Mannheim-Heidelberg

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.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner
Day 7: Strasbourg

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
Day 8: Basel

Our cruise continues to Basel. Join the walking tour to immerse yourself in the vibrant cultural scene and explore the picturesque Old Town, renowned museums, and stunning Rhine River views during a Basel city tour, uncovering the dynamic blend of Swiss tradition and contemporary creativity that defines this captivating city. Tonight, Captain’s Farewell cocktail in the lounge followed by Farewell dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Basel disembarkation - Berne - Lucerne

Our cruise ends in Basel, but our journey has not finished yet. After disembarkation, transfer to Berne. Discover the charming medieval streets and UNESCO-listed attractions on a guided Berne city tour, exploring the rich history and cultural heritage of Switzerland's capital. Then transfer to Lucerne and overnight in Lucerne.

Meals: Breakfast
Day 10: Lucerne

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.

Meals: Breakfast
Day 11: Lucerne

Today is free at leisure to explore this magical city on your own. Or, you may join our optional Half-day trip to Mt Pilatus. (EURO165pp, min group size 10 people) 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
Day 12: Lucerne-North America

After breakfast, transfer to Zurich for your return flight home

Meals: Breakfast

Featured Hotel

MS Crucevita 5*

Netherlands

Elegant and luxury boutique cruise vessel with stylish decor and comfortable surroundings that make you feel at home. MPS Crucevita has been styled after a grand yacht ensuring you have an extraordinary river cruise experience onboard. The motor vessel is a flagship and favourite with the customers!

* In case the advertised hotels are not available they will be replaced by alternative hotels with the same quality.

Optional Tours

Day 6

Koblenz Walking Tour (Inapplicable on 25 July 2024 Departure)

60 USD half day

Enjoy Koblenz in the heart of the picturesque region of Rhine and Moselle. Dive into the over 2000 year-old history of this former Roman settlement, one of the oldest cities in Germany. We will take you so view the Deutsches Eck (German corner) from which the city’s Latin name "confluentes – at the merging of the rivers" is derived. Come with us to get familiar with the German/French past of Koblenz and explore the romantic little streets between Basilica St. Kastor and the Schängel Fountain at the town hal

Day 11

Half-Day Trip to Mt. Pilatus (Min. 10 people)

177 USD

Half-day trip to Mt Pilatus. (EURO165pp, min group size 10 people) 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.

Inclusion

Price Include

• International Airfare from New York in economy class

• Aiport taxes

• Accommodation in the selected cabin of 8 Days 7 Nights 5 Star Deluxe Cruise Amsterdam - Basel; base on Standard Main Deck Cabin

• Berne + Lucerne post-cruise 3 nights tour with sightseeing tours

• 23 Meals: Three meals per day on cruise (from dinner on arrival day to breakfast on departure day);

Daily Early-riser breakfast; Table water during meals, Afternoon high-tea: tea, coffee, and cakes or late-night snack; 24-hour coffee station on board

• Welcome and farewell captain’s cocktails (including 1 drink per person); Welcome and farewell captain’s dinner with the special menu;

• 5 excursion programs detailed in the itinerary (Optional tours are available on board)

• Luggage service pier - ship - pier

• Live music in the bar every night

• Arrival and departure transfers

• Info-channel included

Price Does Not Include

• Port tax EUR €78

• Optional Checked Bag fees US$140 per piece for round trip

• Personal spending

• Insurance

• Prepaid Gratuities: EUR185 (Including basic tips on board, shore excursion guide, driver etc.)

• Minibar

• Bottled water, soft and alcoholic drinks during lunch and dinner

• Wi-fi: Limited Wifi is available on board, notably in the bar/lounge/reception area. Internet log-in passwords

can be purchased at the reception, including instructions on how to connect.

Cruise Cabin Upgrade

• Upgrade to Deluxe Cabin with sliding picture window $600/person based on twin share cabin

Payment plan
• A USD$450/person non-refundable deposit at time of booking
• A USD$1,600/person air-ticket fee at 6 months prior to the departure
• Balance due 3 months prior to the departure

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