Discover Amsterdam, the Keukenhof gardens, Cologne, Rüdesheim and Heidelberg, in this 7-day cruise aboard the MS Gérard Schmitter. Enjoy daily land excursions visiting Holland's architectural treasures, explore world-renowed museums, stroll through the most enchanting cities, pass along lush vineyards, and observe charming and towering European castles.
Day-by-Day Summary
Day 1 : Amsterdam | Embark Day 2 : Amsterdam Day 3 : Nijmegen | Krefeld Day 4 : Cologne | Königswinter Day 5 : Rüdesheim Day 6 : Mannheim | Heidelberg Day 7 : Strasbourg | Disembark
Highlights
Observe the architectural treasures of Amsterdam's historic heart
Stop at the Kröller MÜller museum, home of Picasso and Van Gogh's paintings
Cruise along the romantic Rhine, passing Koblenz and the Lorelei rock
Stroll at the world famous open-air restaurants and taverns of Drosselgasse
Board the MS Gérard Schmitter in the early afternoon in Amsterdam. Enjoy a delightful lunch on board and set off to discover Dam Square with your host/hostess. Attend to the welcome drink and presentation of the crew. After dinner, get off the ship for a guided river boat tour of the enchanting Amsterdam by night.
Join the excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Guided tour of Amsterdam in the historic heart of this beautiful capital city. DISCOVERY: Bike tour of Amsterdam. You'll be able to explore and learn about all the must-see and out-of-the-way sites.
In the afternoon, visit the Keukenhof Gardens. Outside the opening dates of the park, excursion to Volendam and the Zaanse Schans. The evening is free to do as you please. Your ship will cruise to Nijmegen through the night.
Join the excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Visit to the Kröller Müller museum. DISCOVERY: Enjoy a great bike ride through the De Hoge Veluwe National Park.
Today spend the morning cruising to Cologne. In the afternoon, discover the old town with your accompanist. Then continue cruising to Königswinter and enjoy a free evening in the city.
Your ship will cruise during the morning. When you arrive in Rüdesheim, depart by tourist train and stop at a wine tasting cellar, followed by a visit to the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments.
This morning sail to Mannheim. In the afternoon, join a coach excursion to visit Heidelberg, symbol of German Romanticism. Go back on board for a gala evening, and continue cruising to Strasbourg.
Day 7 Strasbourg | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.
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$2,175
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Main Deck
25 cabins (18 twins, 7 cabins with a double bed) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
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Middle Deck
21 cabins (16 twins, 4 cabins with a double bed, 1 cabin equipped of disabled with double bed). All cabins are equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
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Upper Deck
41 cabins (39 twins, 2 cabins with a double bed) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Notes
20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
For the safety of our passengers, the captain and crew of the boat may decide to modify the navigational itinerary.
(1) Except on Mondays: optional visit of the Dutch open -air museum in Arnhem.
(2) Depending on available mooring, the stopover at Krefeld can be replaced with a stopover at Duisburg.
This offer includes :
-Your cruise from dinner on the first day to breakfast on the final day
-Drinks including water, wine, beer, fruit juices and coffee served during meals on board, drinks served at the bar (excluding champagne and wines on the wine list)
-Double-occupancy cabin with shower in private bathroom
-Onboard entertainment
-Assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
-Welcome cocktail
-The gala dinner and evening
-Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
-All port fees -Excursions for the Classic or Discovery package. Passengers will need to choose one package to participate in for the duration of the voyage.
This offer does not include :
-Drinks on the wine list
-Champagne at the bar -drinks during excursions or transfers
-Cancellation and baggage insurance
-Personal expenses.
Formalities valid passport compulsory. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate. Please note: Your passport must be valid for six months beyond the last day of your travels.
Initial deposit is 30%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card. Alternatively, you can register online here.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Bank transfer or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge.
Beyond expectations! Then again we weren't sure what to expect. Lovely stay at the lodge, met other like-minded travelers (many had their trips planned by Adventure Life) and the owner was a gracious hostess. It felt like you were one happy family, visiting with a favorite aunt.
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