Day 1 Amsterdam | Embark
Arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol where you will be greeted by a representative and transferred to the ship.
Day 2 Amsterdam
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- 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Enjoy the luxury of a full day in the “Venice of the North,” starting with a “Morning with the Masters” tour of the Hermitage Amsterdam. Afterwards, explore the city on foot.
This evening, a special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.
Day 3 Rotterdam | Kinderdijk
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- 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
You’ll spend your day exploring Rotterdam’s historic splendor, vibrant culture, varied architectural landscape and maritime heritage. Embark on a stroll around the port city’s most enticing spots, like the spectacular new Market Hall. Venture to the nearby village of Kinderdijk and marvel at a group of 19 towering windmills.
Day 4 Arnhem
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- 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Arnhem, almost completely destroyed in WWII, has blossomed into a burgeoning Dutch city, with several museums, shop-lined streets and historic landmarks.
Day 5 Cologne
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- 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
You have an array of choices for how you wish to experience Cologne’s many treasures. Those interested in history and architecture will want to stroll through the Old Town, featuring 12 stunning Romanesque churches. Guests interested in the city’s Jewish past are welcome to explore the centuries-old mikveh and Cologne’s Jewish quarter.
Day 6 Oberwesel
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- 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Bacharach is an ancient village that appears straight out of the pages of a storybook. Enjoy a guided stroll through town and taste some locally grown Rieslings, a specialty of the region. Alternatively, join a “Let's Go” hike that will take you past the old town walls and up to a fortified 12th-century castle.
Day 7 Frankfurt
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- 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Frankfurt is known as the “Manhattan” of Europe, a financial powerhouse with soaring skyscrapers as well as traditional Old Town architecture.
Day 8 Speyer (Worms)
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- 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Expect the unexpected in Speyer, where ancient treasures harmoniously coexist with modern-day innovation. Join a local expert for an intriguing guided stroll through the historic small town of Speyer, famous for its vast Romanesque cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Another option is the “Jewish Heritage” excursion to an ancient center of learning and religion in Worms.
Day 9 Strasbourg
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- 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
After docking in town, you’ll have a chance to discover Strasbourg’s many charms with a choice of excursions: a guided “Do as the Locals Do” walking tour of the Petite France district, stopping to try traditional Alsatian treats along the way; a “Let’s Go” bike tour that covers a bit more ground, including the European district; or an in-depth look at the city’s rich Jewish history, which dates back an astonishing 2,000 years.
Day 10 Basel
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- 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Ramble with your guide through the historic heart of Basel. Every historic square you see will hold a special charm.
This evening, a special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.
Day 11 Basel | Disembark
After disembarking, you will be transferred to EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg airport for your flight home.