Rhine Cruise to Switzerland

Overview

Embark on a captivating journey through the Rhine Valley, exploring historic towns and breathtaking landscapes. Begin in Cologne and cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge to Rudesheim. As the Rhine widens, the cruise continues to medieval Speyer, picturesque Strasbourg, and charming Titisee. The final destination is Switzerland, with a visit to Lucerne and the Bernese Oberland, showcasing some of the world’s finest alpine scenery.

Itinerary Details

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN COLOGNE

Arrive in Dsseldorf or Cologne, and transfer to your cruise ship in picturesque Cologne. Settle into your luxurious cabin as the English-speaking crew welcomes you aboard your floating hotel.

DAY 2: KOBLENZ

As the cruise begins, enjoy the scenic Rhine Valley, passing the Siebengebirge hills and the famous Remagen bridge. Explore Koblenz, founded by the Romans, where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet. Wander through the medieval Old Town, adorned with traditional shops and cafs. In the evening, savor a meticulously prepared dinner on board.

DAY 3: RHINE GORGE & RUDESHEIM

Cruise upstream, passing Marksburg Castle and the iconic Boppard bend. Witness the dramatic Rhine Gorge, with steep vineyards and ruined castles. Mooring in Rudesheim, a classic Rhine wine village, explore its cafs, terraced vineyards, and take in the picturesque surroundings. Enjoy another sumptuous dinner on board.

DAY 4: SPEYER

Sail upstream through the wider, flatter landscape, arriving in historic Speyer. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Imperial Cathedral, and the neo-Gothic Gedchtniskirche. Enjoy free time before returning on board for dinner.

DAY 5: STRASBOURG

Cruise to France and moor in Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace. Take a walking tour of the Old Town, featuring Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Petite France quarter. Enjoy typical Alsatian wines and a memorable Captain’s Dinner on board.

DAY 6: BREISACH & BLACK FOREST

Cruise through the rift valley, arriving in Breisach with its stone ramparts and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Explore the Black Forest Mountains, visiting the village of Titisee on the shores of its crystal-clear lake. Return on board for dinner en route to Basel.

DAY 7: LUCERNE & BERNESE OBERLAND

Explore Lucerne, Switzerland’s stunning city, and continue to the Bernese Oberland for extraordinary alpine scenery. Marvel at the Eiger, Mnch, and Jungfrau peaks, taking a mountain railway for breathtaking vistas. Return to the ship for dinner en route to Switzerland.

DAY 8: RETURN HOME

Transfer to the airport for your flight home or the railway station for the TGV to Paris, connecting with the Eurostar to London St Pancras International.