Start with 2 nights in Zurich, 2 nights in Lucerne and ending with an enchanting 7-night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam

1. Day 1
   Tue, Jul 07, 2026

   ARRIVE IN ZURICH, SWITZERLAND. Arrive in Zurich and check in to your hotel.
2. Day 2
   Wed, Jul 08, 2026

   ZURICH. Set alongside a glistening lake and framed by the Alps, Switzerland'''s largest city, Zurich, seamlessly blends its historic past with its progressive future'''all of which will be on full display during your city tour. One of the top experiences in Zurich is a visit to Old Town where you will find yourself amongst medieval houses, churches and the modern Bahnhofstrasse, a mile-long street featuring exclusive fashion boutiques, stores and street caf''s. (B)
3. Day 3
   Thu, Jul 09, 2026

   ZURICH ''' LUCERNE. Check out of your hotel and transfer to Lucerne, where you'''ll enjoy a cruise across the tranquil waters of Lake Lucerne. (B)
4. Day 4
   Fri, Jul 10, 2026

   LUCERNE. Discover Lucerne's unrivaled beauty on a walking tour that includes the spectacular medieval walls and towers, dating back to the 13th century. (B)
5. Day 5
   Sat, Jul 11, 2026

   LUCERNE ''' BASEL ''' EMBARKATION. Check out of your hotel and head to Basel. Before boarding the ship, you'''ll go on a highlights tour of the city. (B,D)
6. Day 6
   Sun, Jul 12, 2026

   BREISACH, GERMANY. Breisach is your gateway to several different excursions. Step back in time with a visit to the enchanting Alsatian town of Colmar, which looks almost the same as it did in the 16th century. On your walking tour, admire historic architecture and perhaps get a glimpse of the Statue of Liberty, a small replica of the famous version in New York, to commemorate the sculptor'''s Colmar birthplace. Those wishing for a more active excursion can cycle through the countryside, or hike through the heart of the Kaiserstuhl, a volcanic region in the Rhine plain known for its unique landscapes, vineyards, and exceptional biodiversity. (B,L,D)
7. Day 7
   Mon, Jul 13, 2026

   STRASBOURG, FRANCE. Strasbourg, the capital city of Alsace, offers flavors of both France and Germany because of its borderline location. Enjoy walking through the iconic UNESCO World Heritage '''La Petite France''' district, which appears to have been lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. Wander through these charming streets and past the Cath''drale de N''tre Dame with its famous astronomical clock. For the active adventurer, you can take a guided bike ride through this captivating city and Parc de l'''Orangerie. (B,L,D)
8. Day 8
   Tue, Jul 14, 2026

   LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY ''' R''DESHEIM. Ludwigshafen is your gateway to a choice of three excursions. Visit Heidelberg, the perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany'''s Castle Road. Discover the iconic red sandstone Heidelberg Castle and Great Vat, an 18th-century 49,000-gallon wine cask. For a more active adventure while in Heidelberg, join a guided hike up the Philosopher's Path, aptly named during the Romantic Period, and be rewarded with panoramic views of the city. Alternatively, you can visit one of Germany'''s oldest cities, Speyer, known for the largest Romanesque cathedral in Europe'''a UNESCO World Heritage Site'''and the medieval Altp''rtel, Old Gate. Later in the day, sail to R''desheim where you can visit Siegfried'''s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet; or taste one of the town'''s special delights, R''desheimer Coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy. (B,L,D)
9. Day 9
   Wed, Jul 15, 2026

   R''DESHEIM ''' RHINE GORGE. Your exploration of R''desheim continues with your choice of three excursions. Take a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal Statue, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the river. Afterwards, indulge your taste buds with a sampling of Riesling wines in the vineyards. If you prefer a more active adventure, you can join a guided bike ride through the town and along the Rhine River to Schloss Johannisberg or hike through the town'''s beautiful vineyards. During the afternoon, set sail along the scenic Rhine River Gorge with its fabled legends and many castles to Lahnstein where you'''ll enjoy a visit to Lahneck Castle. (B,L,D)
10. Day 10
    Thu, Jul 16, 2026

    MONHEIM - D''SSELDORF. The quaint town of Monheim is your gateway to both Cologne and D''sseldorf. In the morning, choose either a half-day or full-day tour of Cologne. Home to one of Germany'''s most revered Gothic masterpieces, the Cologne Cathedral, this 2,000-year-old city is also a bustling cosmopolitan hotspot. Join a guided tour through the enchanting Old Town and explore the UNESCO-designated cathedral, where the remains of the fabled Three Kings'''the Magi''' are believed to rest. In the afternoon, for those who have not chosen the full-day tour in Cologne, explore historic D''sseldorf on foot with a knowledgeable local tour guide, or cover more ground with an active bike tour of the city. (B,L,D)
11. Day 11
    Fri, Jul 17, 2026

    UTRECHT ''' AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS. In the morning, explore charming Utrecht on a walking tour or sip beer during a special tasting tour. Then, enjoy a scenic cruise to Amsterdam before setting out on the city's famous canals. Embark on a picturesque canal cruise throughout the city, giving you a close-up view of these inspiring waterways. If you prefer exploring the world with your taste buds, stroll past traditional canals, gabled houses, narrow bridges and house boats to taste Dutch specialties at a grand Amsterdam caf''. (B,L,D)*Depending on docking location, Taste of Amsterdam may not operate; therefore, an alternative tour will operate instead.
12. Day 12
    Sat, Jul 18, 2026

    AMSTERDAM ''' DISEMBARKATION. Bid Farewell to Amsterdam and prepare for your homeward flight. (B)