Western Europe
The Rhine
Vineyards, Villages & Valley Mist
Duration
8 Days
Countries
4 Countries
Ports of Call
Basel · Strasbourg · Rüdesheim · Cologne · Amsterdam
The Journey
About This Voyage
The Rhine flows through the heart of Western Europe, past fairy-tale castles perched on volcanic crags, half-timbered villages, and the world's finest Riesling vineyards. From the Swiss city of Basel to the canal-laced streets of Amsterdam, this eight-day journey is a masterclass in European civilisation.
Day by Day
Your Itinerary
Day 1
Basel, Switzerland
Embark in Basel, where Switzerland, Germany, and France converge. Explore the medieval old town, the Art Basel district, and the Rhine promenade.
Day 2
Strasbourg, France
The capital of Alsace — a city of half-timbered houses, Gothic cathedral, and a cuisine that blends French finesse with German heartiness. Explore the Petite France quarter.
Day 3
Rüdesheim, Germany
Enter the Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage landscape. Visit the Drosselgasse wine lane and take the cable car to the Niederwald Monument for panoramic valley views.
Day 4
Rhine Gorge Cruise
A full day cruising the most dramatic stretch of the Rhine — 65 kilometres of steep slate cliffs, medieval castles, and the legendary Lorelei rock.
Day 5
Cologne, Germany
Home to one of the world's great Gothic cathedrals. Explore the old town, sample Kölsch beer, and visit the Chocolate Museum on the riverbank.
Day 6
Kinderdijk, Netherlands
Visit the iconic windmills of Kinderdijk, a UNESCO World Heritage Site — nineteen 18th-century mills in a perfectly preserved polder landscape.
Day 7
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Arrive in Amsterdam. Explore the canal district, visit the Rijksmuseum or the Anne Frank House, and enjoy a farewell dinner aboard.
Day 8
Disembark
Disembark after breakfast. Optional two-night extension in Amsterdam available.
Everything Arranged
What's Included
7 nights aboard a luxury river cruise ship
All meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily
Complimentary shore excursion in every port
Alsatian wine tasting excursion included
Onboard cultural lectures and enrichment
Selective Events concierge planning service
Ready to Sail The Rhine?
Every voyage we plan is entirely bespoke. Tell us your travel dates, your preferences, and your vision — we'll handle every detail from embarkation to disembarkation.
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