13 Day Moselle & Southern Rhine River Cruise with Lucerne & Luxembourg Trier to Basel
Length: 13 Days - Departs: Tue, Jul 06, 2027
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- Day 1DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart for LuxembourgTue, Jul 06, 2027Depart for Luxembourg
- Day 2DAY 2, Wednesday - Arrive in Luxembourg CityWed, Jul 07, 2027Arrive in Luxembourg City and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, take some time to relax or begin discovering the surrounding area at your own pace. Tonight, attend an orientation meeting with your local host at the hotel at approximately 6 PM. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Luxembourg City - Day 3DAY 3, Thursday - Luxembourg City TourThu, Jul 08, 2027Embark on a city tour of Luxembourg this morning. During your exploration, view some of the city's highlights including Luxembourg Place Guillaume II, Chemin de la Corniche, Place d'Armes, and Grand Ducal Palace. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure or join the optional Historic Cities of Luxembourg tour. The tour takes you to the spa town of Mondorf-les-Bains, with its extraordinary and largely obscure history. Continue to Schengen, a winemaking village, best-known for its founding status of the Schengen Agreement, giving freedom of movement to millions of people in 27 European countries. Then, visit Remich and Grevenmacher, two quaint towns in the Moselle region surrounded by vineyards. Learn about the Nazi occupation of the area and the suffering afflicted to its Jewish residents
Optional: Historic Cities of Luxembourg (PM)
Overnight: Luxembourg City
Meals: Breakfast - Day 4DAY 4, Friday - Saarburg & Cruise Embarkation in TrierFri, Jul 09, 2027This morning, bid farewell to Luxembourg and begin the drive to the port in Trier. On your way, stop in Saarburg, known for its waterfall that cascades nearly 66 feet in the heart of the Old Town. Take a tour to view some of the highlights of the historic center and spend free time for lunch on your own. Later, travel to the port in Trier. After arrival formalities, rest and relax on board. This evening, meet your Cruise Director and enjoy dinner as it sets the mood for your delightful river cruise
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner - Day 5DAY 5, Saturday - Trier City TourSat, Jul 10, 2027Today, on your walking tour of Trier, known as the "Rome of the North" pass by the Porta Nigra Gate, the city's landmark, Trier Cathedral, and The Church of Our Lady, the oldest Gothic church in Germany. View Hauptmarkt, a colorful bustling marketplace in Trier's city square. Spend free time on your own in the city, before returning to the ship and setting sail for Bernkastel in the afternoon
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 6DAY 6, Sunday - Bernkastel Walking TourSun, Jul 11, 2027This morning, discover Bernkastel, a charming village positioned in the middle of the Moselle Valley's wine producing area. Walk through its colorful Old Town center, medieval marketplace, and 17th-century timber-framed houses. Afterward, spend time on your own before returning to the ship
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 7DAY 7, Monday - Cochem Walking TourMon, Jul 12, 2027Enjoy scenic sailing this morning before arriving in the medieval town of Cochem with its half-timbered houses, surrounded by steep vineyards. Visit Cochem's majestic Reichsburg Castle located on a hilltop, offering panoramic views of the Moselle Valley and river bend. Later in the afternoon, set sail for Koblenz
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 8DAY 8, Tuesday - Morning in KoblenzTue, Jul 13, 2027The ship docks this morning in Koblenz, located at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle Rivers. Join a walking tour, followed by free time to explore the Romanesque architecture and imposing defensive towers of this 2000-year-old city. Or join the optional tour to the dramatic Marksburg Castle*, the only hill castle on the Rhine that's never been destroyed and has been continuously occupied for over 700 years. In the early afternoon, set sail and enjoy a relaxing afternoon on board, taking in the spectacular vistas as the ship sails past castles perched on lofty cliffs, terraced vineyards, and tiny villages. Pass the mighty Lorelei Rock on the eastern bank of the Rhine rising vertically from the waters, named for the siren, Lorelei, who bewitched sailors passing by
*On this tour you will encounter some uneven surfaces, stairs, steps, and significant slopes.
Optional: Marksburg Castle Tour (AM)
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 9DAY 9, Wednesday - Morning in HeidelbergWed, Jul 14, 2027Travel to Heidelberg today, home to the oldest university in Germany and inspiration for some of the world's greatest writers and artists. Enjoy a tour that will take you through the city, with views of the historic Old Town, the expansive ruins of Heidelberg Castle, and the Neckar River. In the afternoon, unwind as you continue cruising along the picturesque Rhine
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 10DAY 10, Thursday - Breisach Walking TourThu, Jul 15, 2027Arrive in the small city of Breisach, which dates back over 4,000 years. On your walking tour along the cobbled streets lined with pastel-painted houses, it's hard to believe this town was mostly destroyed in WWII and then totally restored. View the towering Romanesque and Gothic St. Stephansmunster Cathedral, a highlight of the city. Alternatively, join the optional tour to Colmar, set in the heart of the Alsace region*. Begin the walking tour in the Old Town. Stroll along the cobblestone streets, and marvel at the colorful half-timbered houses, and flower-adorned canals. Have free time to explore on your own before returning to the ship as it sets sail for Basel. Tonight, at dinner, share wonderful memories of your river cruise on your final night on board
*Passengers who choose this optional, will not be able to participate in the included walking tour of Breisach.
Optional: Half Day Colmar Tour (PM)
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 11DAY 11, Friday - Disembarkation, Mount Pilatus & Lucerne City TourFri, Jul 16, 2027This morning, disembark in Basel and drive to Lucerne with its pristine lakeside setting and gorgeous mountainous panorama, where you spend two nights in the center of the Swiss Alps. Upon arrival, ascend Mount Pilatus to take in the gorgeous panorama from nearly 7000 feet. Continue to the city center to view the Lion Monument, erected in memory of the heroic death of Swiss guards, one of the best-known monuments in Switzerland. Proceed to the 14th century medieval Chapel Bridge, one of the oldest covered wooden bridges in Europe, forming the centerpiece of Lucerne's townscape
Overnight: Lucerne
Meals: Breakfast - Day 12DAY 12, Saturday - Full Day in LucerneSat, Jul 17, 2027Spend a full day discovering this lovely city at the heart of central Switzerland, nestled on Lake Lucerne. See the historic houses lining the lovely town squares in the well-preserved medieval Old City, walk along the waterfront promenade or perhaps discover the lake on a paddlewheel steamer cruise. Alternatively, join the optional tour to Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein, a tiny yet fascinating principality set against the stunning backdrop of the Alps. Explore the compact city center and learn all about its famous sculptures made by many international artists. View the Government House and the nearby impressive Parliament building. Get acquainted with the Neo-Gothic Cathedral of St. Florin, a small but historically significant church elevated to cathedral status in 1997. Walk through das Städtle, the heart of the town center, a pedestrian-exclusive area bustling with life. Discover the unique features of the Liechtenstein's government, a constitutional hereditary monarchy, learn about the Princely Family, and gain insight into daily life in one of Europe's smallest countries. Spend free time exploring on your own before heading back to Lucerne. On your last night in Lucerne, treat yourself to a superb meal at one of the many world-class restaurants that string the lake
Optional: Full Day Vaduz, Liechtenstein Tour
Overnight: Lucerne
Meals: Breakfast - Day 13DAY 13, Sunday - Depart SwitzerlandSun, Jul 18, 2027Transfer to the airport in Zurich for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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Price does not include airfare, departure or arrival transfers, airline taxes and fuel surcharges.
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†Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates if pre/post accommodations are booked through us Travel
Additional Information:
Land/Cruise only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.
Due to physical constraints and space limitations, wheelchairs and walkers are not allowed on motor coaches and/or river cruises. There are no elevators or chair lifts on board. Kindly refer to our Terms for additional information.
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Question: Will the day-by-day itinerary change?
Yes, the river cruise itineraries may change due to reasons such as inclement weather or unforeseen events. Your safety is the number one concern aboard and all precautions necessary will be taken in order to ensure passenger safety, including changing itineraries. Please note that when itineraries do change, the ship staff will do their best to substitute any missed port with an alternative destination.
Question: In what language is the river cruise conducted?
The river cruise will be conducted in English only.
Overall Rating
4.2
Accommodations
4.6
Itinerary
4.4
Professional Staff
4.4
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4.2
Value for Money
3.6
The only negative experience was the Hotel breakfast in Prague. Most of the hot entrees were cold. The tour guides and staff were excellent. They were very knowledgeable it made our travel experiences even better.
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