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From Amsterdam to Basel: The Treasures of the Celebrated Rhine River

Example 9 Day Cruise aboard MS Lafayette
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Explore the treasures of the celebrated Rhine River in this 9-day cruise from Holland to Switzerland. Sail along charming quaint vilages, visit some of Europe's most extraordinary cities, and delight yourself with on board first-class French cuisine. Enjoy coach and foot guided tours discovering the culture and history of Amsterdam, Dusseldorf, Cologne, Koblenz, Mainz, Strasbourg, Breisach and Basel.
Beautiful Europe at sundownExplore quiet villages along the RhineEuropean streetsA purple glow on the towersOld buildings in Amsterdam
Highlights
  • Explore Amsterdam's romantic canals and world-renowned museums
  • Join a walking tour of Cologne and explore the grand Köln Cathedral
  • Admire the magnificent historic houses of Mainz
  • Visit the Rhine Falls, one of the most spectacular sites in Switzerland
Activities
Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Amsterdam | Embark

Board the MS Lafayette in the end of the afternoon. Settle in your cabin and attend to the crew's presentation and welcome cocktail. Enjoy dinner on board as your cruise towards Amsterdam.

Day 2: Amsterdam

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
In the morning join a guided visit of Amsterdam. The Dutch capital is a truly delightful city with a rich and fascinating past. In the afternoon enjoy some free time or join an excursion to Haarlem. Dutch Haarlem dates back to Gothic times and this is reflected in its architecture and cobbled streets. Get back on the ship for a dancing evening. Then spend the night sailing to Wesel. 

Day 3: Wesel | Dusseldorf

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Spend the morning sailing towards Wesel. Pass through the cities of Nijmegen and Arhem, enter the Rhine River basin and cross the border into Germany near Emmerich. Arrive in Wesel and visit the Dutch Open Air Museum of Arnhem. Return on board in Düsseldorf and enjoy an evening of entertainment on board.

Day 4: Cologne | Konigswinter | Koblenz

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
This morning cruise to Cologne for a foot guided tour of the city. At the crossroads of Europe since the Middle Ages, Cologne has kept its importance as a vibrant commercial and industrial city, as well as a cultural and religious center. After some free time in the city be transfered by coach to Königswinter. The cruise continues along the Rhine to Koblenz. In the evening, stroll through the town and observe the famous Deutsches Eck. 

Day 5: Mainz | Worms

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Throughout this part of the cruise, see numerous castles nestled among the famous vineyards, and the legendary Lorelei rock. In the afternoon arrive in Mainz. Get off the ship for a guided tour of the city and a visit the Gutenberg Museum (closed on Mondays). Mainz was founded more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans and is currently the capital of the Rhineland-Palatinate. Return on board in Worms for an exciting dancing evening on board. Then spend the night sailing to Strasbourg.

Day 6: Strasbourg | Breisach

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Arrive in Strasbourg in the morning for a guided tour of the European capital. Discovery of several different neighborhoods in the city: the German quarter and the European quarter. In the afternoon, cruise to Breisach through the magnificent wine-producing region. Get back on the ship and enjoy a gala evening, as you cruise to Breisach.

Day 7: Breisach | Titisee | Basel

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Today enjoy a free morning in Breisach, an European city located in the Rhine bank and dominated by its Saint Etienne collegial. In the afternoon, join a guided tour to the Titisee in the Black Forest. Then cruise to Basel and delight yourself with an evening of on board entertainment.

Day 8: Basel | Rhine Falls

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
This morning get off the ship for a guided visit of Basel, an ancient medieval town situated in the heart of Europe, on the Rhine banks. In the afternoon, join an excursion to the Rhine Falls, among the most spectacular sites to visit in Switzerland. Back on the ship a dancing evening on board waits for you.

Day 9: Basel | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
This morning enjoy an early buffet breakfast on board before you disembark the MS Lafayette.

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29 cabins (27 double-occupancy cabins, 2 single cabins) equipped with a TV, telephone, bathroom with a shower and toilet, towel, a safe, independent air-conditioning, electricity 220V, and Wi-Fi.
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8 double cabins 3 double cabins 2 single cabins equipped with a TV, telephone, bathroom with a shower and toilet, towel, a safe, independent air-conditioning, electricity 220V, and Wi-Fi.
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14 cabins with large picture windows (11 double-occupancy cabins, 2 single cabins, 1 cabin for persons with disabilities) equipped with a TV, telephone, bathroom with a shower and toilet, towel, a safe, independent air-conditioning, electricity 220V, and Wi-Fi.
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1 double cabin 1 PRM cabin 2 single cabins equipped with a TV, telephone, bathroom with a shower and toilet, towel, a safe, independent air-conditioning, electricity 220V, and Wi-Fi.

Notes

20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Included
  • 8 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 8 Dinners
  • 8 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
  • Excursions included in the package selected
  • All port fees
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  • Gratuities
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Drinks from the special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
  • Cancellation and baggage insurance

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