SEPTEMBER 3-11
2023
EXPERIENCE RHINE CASTLES AND THE SWISS ALPS LIKE NEVER BEFORE
Hosted by GO2Travel
Joined by Special Guests
Tim & Lorie Gardner from
Lula Drake Wine Parlour and
artist, Mary Burkett.
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7 - Night Cruise
CRUISE FROM : BASEL TO AMSTERDAM
Discover fairytale castles and historic vineyards as part of this spectacular Rhine River cruise fantasy.
Start by exploring France’s Alsace region in enchanting Strasbourg and take in spectacular panoramas of the Swiss Alps.
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Enjoy cruising through the UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, where 40 castles are strung like pearls along the river banks.
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Then it’s off to Germany, where you’ll discover not only the grand city of Cologne but charming villages like the winemaking hamlet of Rudesheim and the university town of Heidelberg.
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Cross the border into the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history.
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Encompassing the Netherlands, Germany, France and Switzerland, as well as iconic landmarks and majestic mountain landscapes, this distinctive itinerary is truly a dream come true.
ITINERARY
On our river cruises, you will enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours. In many cases, you will have a choice of excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, hikes and Special Interest Tours. We always include a large variety of activities so that you can choose how you want to explore. No matter your preference, your days will be full of discovery and wonder.
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EMBARKATION
BASEL
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Pre-cruise accommodations at Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois and Welcome Reception.
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Embark your ship in Basel for your Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps cruise.
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BASEL + LAKE LUCERNE
Enjoy getting to know Basel, Switzerland’s third largest city.
Long an important university, banking and trade center, Basel’s glorious past is still evident in its medieval town hall, richly decorated market square and exquisite 18th-century patrician homes.
Tour the city by foot or on a guided bike tour that takes you through three countries: Switzerland, France and Germany.
Alternatively, go on a full-day excursion to Lake Lucerne, or opt for one of the morning excursions and visit Lake Lucerne in the afternoon.
With either Lake Lucerne excursion, you’ll have the opportunity to see its Lion Monument – the figure of a dying lion carved into a hillside in memory of the Swiss Guards massacred during the French Revolution in 1792 – which Mark Twain described as “the most mournful and moving piece of stone in the world.”
You’ll also see Lake Lucerne’s spectacular medieval walls and towers, dating back to the 13th century.
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STRASBOURG
Strasbourg offers flavors of both France and Germany because of its borderline location.
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Enjoy a panoramic tour past the stunning Parc de l’Orangerie, the European Parliament and the Place de la République before walking through its iconic “La Petite France” district, lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale.
Wander through charming streets past the Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame with its famous astronomical clock.
Alternatively, take a guided bike ride through the city and Parc de l’Orangerie.
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LUDWIGSHAFEN + RUDESHEIM
Ludwigshafen is your gateway to a choice of four excursions. Visit Heidelberg, the perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany’s Castle Road.
Discover the iconic red sandstone Heidelberg Castle and Great Vat, an 18th-century, 49,000-gallon wine cask.
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Alternatively, you can visit one of Germany’s oldest cities, Speyer, known for the largest Romanesque cathedral in Europe—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and the medieval Old Gate, Altpörtel.
Later in the day, cruise to the charming village of Rüdesheim and let Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum charm you with its remarkable collection of self-playing musical instruments; or taste one of the town’s special delights, Rüdesheimer coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy, coffee and whipped cream.
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RUDESHEIM + RHINE GEORGE LAHNSTEIN
Join a wine tasting to discover the flavors of the town’s iconic vineyards and drink up the stunning views by soaring high above the vineyards with a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal.
For a more active adventure, hike through the town’s beautiful vineyards or join a guided bike tour along the scenic Rhine River.
Later in the day, cruise through the captivating UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river before reaching Lahnstein, where you will enjoy a unique evening visit at
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COLOGNE
Enjoy cruising to Cologne. Join a guided tour through the Old Town and explore the UNESCO-designated Cologne Cathedral, one of Germany’s most revered Gothic masterpieces.
Continue to the Cologne Rathaus, Germany’s oldest town hall, the Overstolzenhaus, and the Festival Hall.
For a different view, visit a local tavern to taste its famous Kölsch beer, only made in Cologne, and reibekuchen mit apfelmus, potato pancakes typically served with applesauce.
Active adventurists will want to join a guided bike ride along the Rhine and through the historic Stadtgarten.
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AMSTERDAM
There are 165 canals in Amsterdam, and you’ll get to enjoy some of them on your canal cruise.
Alternatively, get a taste of local flavor, passing iconic canals, gabled houses, narrow bridges and house boats while tasting Dutch specialties at one of Amsterdam’s grand cafes.
Please note: tour depends upon docking location and may be replaced with Jordaan District Walking Tour.
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DISEMBARKATION
AMSTERDAM
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Bid Farewell to Amsterdam and prepare for your homeward flight.
PRICING
Starting at $7,000 pp
INCLUSIONS
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Private Transfers to/from Ports and Hotels
Pre-Night Hotel Stay at Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois
Welcome Reception
7-Night AmaWaterways River Cruise
BA Cabin Accommodation
*limited BA Cabins Available*
All Meals
Full Beverage Package + Port Fees
Excursions
Lula Drake Guest Exclusive Wine Experiences
Gratuities
Special Gift(s)
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Cruise Cabin Upgrades & Airfare Available Upon Request
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*Depending on availability, guests will be booked at similar rated hotel in the area.
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CONTACT US
To receive more information and assistance with your booking please contact us at the number below
404-551-5127