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Cruise along beautiful Rhine, where castles guard its banks, vineyards climb the hillsides and Germanic legends echo in the forests. Explore Amsterdam's winding canals by boat and Cologne's historic old town and Hohe-Strasse, a true shopper's paradise. Enjoy a leisurely walking tour of Strasbourg, featuring the Old Quarter, known as "Petite France," and the stunning Cathedral of Notre Dame. Discover breathtaking Alpine vistas and Lake Geneva as you explore Switzerland. Travel the famous Alsace Wine Route.

Amsterdam, Rhine River Cruise, French Language Lesson, Cooking Lesson, Cologne, Rudesheim, Strasbourg, Alsace Wine Route, Chapel Bridge, Lucerne

Air 1: Overnight Flight
Begin your Rhine River Cruise with an overnight flight to Amsterdam.

Day 2: Amsterdam, Netherlands - Tour Begins - Board Ship
Your tour begins in Amsterdam, land of waterways and bicycles. Board your cruise ship this afternoon, followed by welcome cocktails and dinner on board. This evening take a river boat ride through the romantic winding water canals of Amsterdam.
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Day 3: Amsterdam - Volendam
After breakfast you may wish to explore the many beautiful streets of Amsterdam. This afternoon you will discover the quaint town of Volendam. While here you will visit a cheese factory and learn the careful art of cheese making. On your journey back to the cruise, you will pass by many beautiful windmills. Croisieurope

Day 4: Amsterdam - Nijmegen - Krefeld, Germany
LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate with the locals. Your cruise continues through the picturesque Dutch countryside to Nijmegen. Later in the day, you sail into Germany and dock in Krefeld. Croisieurope

Day 5: Krefeld - Cologne - Konigswinter
The romantic scenery of the Rhine River unfolds as you cruise past the provincial capital of Dusseldorf and the medieval town of Zons. Mid-afternoon, you arrive in Cologne where you can explore the historic old town and Hohe-Strasse, a true shopper's paradise. Next, cruise past Bonn, the old university town and birthplace of Beethoven, and arrive in Konigswinter, where you dock for the night. Croisieurope
 
Day 6: Konigswinter - Rudesheim
After breakfast, cruise alongside Koblenz, where the Rhine meets the Moselle River. Continue along the most beautiful part of the Rhine, typified by breathtaking castles nestled in hillside vineyards, and the legendary Lorelei Rock. Your final destination for the day is lovely Rudesheim. Enjoy leisure time to explore the city's medieval houses, or visit the famous Drosselgasse, renowned for its dance halls and bands. Croisieurope

Day 7: Rudesheim - Speyer*
Sit back and relax as you enjoy a leisurely day cruising the upper Rhine, passing breathtaking scenery and charming towns. After lunch you will arrive in historic Heidelberg and enjoy a sightseeing tour of this beautiful city. After docking in Speyer, you are invited to the "Captain's evening". Croisieurope

Day 8: Speyer - Strasbourg, France - Disembark Ship
Your cruise continues through Gambsheim and Iffezheim, two of the largest locks of the Rhine. Your journey leads you to the fascinating city of Strasbourg, where your river cruise ends. After disembarkation, enjoy a leisurely walking tour featuring the Old Quarter, known as "Petite France," and the stunning Cathedral of Notre Dame.
Hilton Strasbourg

Day 9: Strasbourg - Alsace Wine Route
Today you visit charming villages of the Alsace wine route. First is the well-preserved medieval town of Riquewihr, filled with vintners’ houses dating back to the 15th century. Your next stop is Kaysersberg, a village offering historic houses and castles, as well as a 16th century fortified bridge. Hilton Strasbourg

Day 10: Strasbourg - Lucerne, Switzerland
Today you travel to Lucerne, the "Swiss Paradise on the Lake." This afternoon, enjoy a leisurely-paced Alstadt (Old Town) walking tour, exploring the hidden treasures of the city. In addition to its natural charm and tranquility, Lucerne has more than 800 years of history. Explore such medieval treasures as the covered Chapel Bridge, the famous Water Tower, the Renaissance-style Town Hall, the baroque Jesuit Church, and the Lion Monument, carved from natural rock to commemorate the heroic Swiss Guard. Hotel Astoria Lucerne

Day 11: Lucerne - Brienz - Lucerne
This morning you travel to the Bernese Oberland Mountain range in the heart of Switzerland and witness incredible views of these impressive Alps. A special stop is made in Brienz, the home of the original Swiss woodcarvers. Enjoy a tour of one of the workshops and learn the techniques used to create the famous cuckoo clocks. Return to Lucerne and enjoy an afternoon of leisure. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner as you toast the end of an incredible vacation.
Hotel Astoria Lucerne

Day 12: Lucerne - Tour Ends
Your tour ends in Lucerne this morning.

Day 1 - Overnight Flight
Day 2 - 7 - Croisieurope River Cruises
Day 8, 9 - Hilton Hotel, Strasbourg, France
Day 10, 11 - Grand Hotel Europe or Hotel Astoria, Lucerne, Switzerland