Treasures of the Rhine River Cruise
Cruise the Rhine through Switzerland, Germany, France & the Netherlands; see Basel, Strasbourg, Cologne, Amsterdam & more
| Style | Value Vacation Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | |||
| Themes | River Cruises | ||
| What to Expect | This moderately-paced, escorted river cruise/tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness. Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
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Experience a journey through four countries in the heart of Europe, on a stunning Rhine River cruise starting in Basel and ending in Amsterdam. Dine on superb French cuisine paired with an unlimited selection of wine and beer. Take part in daily shore excursions to visit the picturesque cities of Basel, Strasbourg, Mainz and the Gutenberg Museum, Amsterdam and more. After dinner, relax with musical entertainment, a Gala evening, or venture into the quaint towns for an evening stroll.
Package includes
- Flights
- Cruise
- Coach
- Transfers
- Meals
- Guides
- Round trip flights from New York (JFK) or Newark (EWR) on scheduled carriers, including fuel surcharges and taxes and fees
- All ground transportation and transfers
- 8 nights’ accommodation in lower deck cabins on superior first class MS Douce France
- 23 meals: 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 8 dinners
- Complimentary unlimited beverages including bottled mineral water, coffee, tea, wine, beer and spirits throughout cruise
- Evening entertainment
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
- Complimentary Samsung Galaxy Tablet for use during cruise
- Included daily Classic Shore Excursions
- Wireless audio system during Shore Excursions
- Daily briefing on the ports of call
- Professional, English-speaking cruise manager and local guides
- All port charges and local taxes
Optional add-ons
- Upgrade to upper deck cabins are available.
Why you'll love it
- Cruise the Rhine River through 4 countries
- Welcome cocktail and Gala Dinner
- Superb French Cuisine
- Shore excursions in Basel, the Rhine Falls, Colmar & Unterlinden Museum, Strasbourg, Mainz, Koblenz, Cologne, Dutch Open Air Museum of Arnhem, Amsterdam, Haarlem
- Evening entertainment on board
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Depart from another city? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 21 or older. Your traveling companions must be 17 or older at time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
- What's the fine print?Review the terms & conditions for this package.
What should I know about Switzerland?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
What should I know about France?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
What should I know about Germany?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
What should I know about The Netherlands?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
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