Highlights of the Rhine

With 165 canals that stretch over 100 kilometres, Amsterdams magnificent waterways have made the city world famous and youll have ample opportunity to explore them. Listen to expert commentary as you take in the countless sights, and learn about the history that shaped this important European capital. Alternatively, discover charming Volendam, with its unusual raised homes and quaint wooden church before heading to the equally charming village of Edam.

Enjoy a scenic ride on the oldest cog railway in Germany and discover splendid Drachenburg Castle, or stroll through Cologne and get up close to the filigree twin towers of the famous cathedral. Either way, its a great day to see and discover.

Take advantage of a guided tour of this historic city, which straddles two of Europes most beautiful rivers. Alternatively, discover Cochem a true medieval gem resting on the banks of the Moselle River. Cochem will make you feel as if youre stepping straight into a fairy tale and youll be able to take a guided tour that culminates in a visit to the iconic Reichsburg Castle.

Succumb to charming Rdesheim, where youll board the Winzerexpress mini-train for a guided visit of Siegfrieds Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Later, you can look forward to unrivalled views across the spectacular World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge as you board a cable car directly to the Niederwald monument, before arriving in Mannheim.

Discover the town of Heidelberg, with its fine Renaissance castle, or enjoy the Sweet Tastes of Heidelberg, where youll have an opportunity to sample some of the local chocolates, bon bons and gummy bears. Alternatively, discover the unique Technik Museum in the charming river-side town of Speyer, where youll see wondrous technological exhibits not to be found anywhere else.

Visit Strasbourg, where youll discover La Petite France and stroll through the Old Town, with its half-timbered houses and distinctive Alsatian winstubs. Alternatively, journey to Mittelbergheim in the Alsace and sample some of the best wines the region has to offer. Or you can opt to visit the Black Forest region, and enjoy a guided hike through its majestic vineyards.