3 nights in Paris, 7-night cruise from Luxembourg to Basel, 2 nights in Lake Lucerne and 2 nights in Zurich

1. Day 1
   Sun, Jul 13, 2025

   ARRIVE IN PARIS, FRANCE. Arrive in Paris and check-in to your hotel.
2. Day 2
   Mon, Jul 14, 2025

   PARIS. Enjoy a morning tour of Paris, taking in all its iconic sites, including the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs-''lys''es and Place de la Concorde. You'''ll pass the magnificent Op''ra Garnier, the legendary Louvre and, on the Left Bank, the Sorbonne University and the Panth''on. (B)
3. Day 3
   Tue, Jul 15, 2025

   PARIS. Visit Montmartre, long known as the city'''s premier artist'''s enclave. For easy access to Montmartre, you'''ll hop aboard the funicular railroad that ascends the hill. Montmartre'''s most recognizable landmark is the Basilica du Sacr''-Coeur, the highest point in the city. After your visit to Montmartre, you'''ll be taken on an illumination tour. (B)
4. Day 4
   Wed, Jul 16, 2025

   PARIS ''' LUXEMBOURG ''' EMBARKATION. Bid au revoir to Paris as you board your TGV high-speed train that will whisk you away to Luxembourg, one of Europe'''s last independent duchies. Enjoy a guided walking tour as well as a stop at the American Cemetery and Memorial, the final resting place of General George Patton, before boarding your luxury ship. (B,D)
5. Day 5
   Thu, Jul 17, 2025

   TRIER, GERMANY ''' BERNKASTEL. Trier, Germany'''s oldest city, has often been referred to as thesecond Rome. Be guided to the Roman Imperial Baths, the Porta Nigra and Emperor Constantine'''s Throne Room.Or hike to Petrisberg Hill, where you'''ll take in a spectacular view of the city and its glorious spires. During theafternoon, sail to Bernkastel, strategically located in the middle of the Moselle Valley'''s wine-producing region.Walk through the colorful Old Town center and past many medieval buildings before enjoying a wine tasting at a local winery. For those who prefer to be more active, trek up to the ruins of Landshut Castle, which dates all theway back to the 9th century. (B,L,D)
6. Day 6
   Fri, Jul 18, 2025

   COCHEM ''' LAHNSTEIN. History comes to life in Cochem with its half-timbered houses and Reichsburg Castle. Join a guided tour through the castle, and then walk through its Old Town. For those wishing to have a more active exploration of the area, you can go on a guided hike to the castle. Or for a different adventure, explore the Bundesbank Bunker to get a closer look at this mysterious Cold War-era bank vault. Later in the day, sail along the Moselle, taking in the fascinating scenery before arriving in Lahnstein where you'''ll enjoy a visit toLahneck Castle. (B,L,D)
7. Day 7
   Sat, Jul 19, 2025

   RHINE GORGE ''' R''DESHEIM. Cruise through the captivating UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river, before reaching the winemaking town of R''desheim. Drink up the stunning views by soaring high above the vineyards with a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal Statue, and afterwards be treated to a wine tasting. For a more active adventure, hike through the town'''s beautiful vineyards or join a guided bike tour along the scenic Rhine River to Schloss Johannisberg. Later in the day, let Siegfried'''s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet charm you or taste one of the town'''s special delights, R''desheimer coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy, coffee and whipped cream. (B,L,D)
8. Day 8
   Sun, Jul 20, 2025

   LUDWIGSHAFEN. You have a choice of several excursions, depending on your interest. VisitHeidelberg, a perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany'''s Castle Road.Alternatively, relive a bygone era on an excursion to the glorious Schwetzingen Palace and Gardens. Tour thissplendid palace and wander through its gardens with more than 100 sculptures and an assortment of whimsicalbuildings. The Apollotempel houses a statue of the ancient Greek god of light and the arts, playing the lyre; andthe most spectacular, the T''rkischer Garten with a mosque, are a few of the many highlights you will see. Forthose seeking a more active adventure, hike the historic Philosopher'''s Path along the Neckar River or join a guidedbike tour along the Neckar River to the medieval town of Ladenburg. (B,L,D)
9. Day 9
   Mon, Jul 21, 2025

   STRASBOURG, FRANCE. Strasbourg, the capital city of Alsace, has flavors of both France and Germany which you'''ll get to discover. Enjoy a panoramic bus tour past the stunning Parc de l'''Orangerie, the European Parliament and the Place de la R''publique followed by a walking tour through its iconic '''La Petite France''' district, which appears to have been lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. You'''ll also see the Cath''drale de N''tre Dame with its famous astronomical clock. The active adventurer can join a guided Old Town bike tour, which also takes you through the Parc de l'''Orangerie. (B,L,D)
10. Day 10
    Tue, Jul 22, 2025

    BREISACH,GERMANY ''' BASEL, SWITZERLAND. Breisach is your gateway to several different excursions, depending on your interests. Step back in time with a visit to the enchanting Alsatian town of Riquewihr, which looks almost the same as it did in the 16th century. On your walking tour, admire historic architecture as well as famous sights, such as the Dolder Gate. Alternatively, you may wish to go to Freiburg, founded in 1120 and home to the Freiburg'''s M''nster, a Gothic cathedral said to have '''the most beautiful spire on earth.''' You also have thechoice to go on a hike in the Black Forest, a magical land full of cultural traditions; or cycle through the scenic countryside. (B,L,D)*Please Note: Black forest hike is weather dependent and may only operate at certain times of year. Please refer to your final documents for details.
11. Day 11
    Wed, Jul 23, 2025

    BASEL ''' DISEMBARKATION. Bid farewell to Switzerland and prepare for your return flight home. (B)