19 Day Romantic Rhine & Moselle with Switzerland

Romantic Rhine & Moselle with Switzerland
Days: 19
From: Amsterdam to Zurich
Countries Visited: Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France, Switzerland
Code: amzu
Code_ERC: amzu-1
( Brochure Price: $ 12,490 pp )
Our Price: $11,866 pp
Itinerary
1. Welcome to Amsterdam
Toast the marvellous journey ahead of you at this evening’s welcome reception. Please book your flight to arrive prior to 5pm in Amsterdam. Meals included: Dinner
2. Antwerp
Freechoice Be seduced by beautiful World Heritage-listed Bruges or take a guided stroll through Antwerp, the diamond capital of the world. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
3. Veere
Freechoice Marvel at the modern wonder that is Holland’s Delta Works and then visit the Storm Surge Barrier. Or discover charming Veere, either through a walking tour or a guided bike ride that will also take in the surrounding dykes. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
4. Arnhem
Freechoice Explore the Arnhem Airborne Museum and learn about the Battle of Arnhem. The Airborne Experience allows you to follow in the footsteps of the British parachutists who made their way across dangerous terrain to Arnhem in September 1944. Alternatively, visit the Netherlands Open Air Museum and discover the historic houses, farms and windmills, or join an active cycling tour to the town of Nijmegen. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
5. Maastricht
Explore Holland’s oldest fortified city Maastricht and discover its magnificent buildings and historic cobblestone town centre. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
6. Xanten
Freechoice Discover the charming town of Xanten on a guided tour, including a visit to the town’s famed archaeological park. Alternatively, try something a little different with a visit to the Zollverein industrial site, once the largest and most productive coal mine in Europe, today a World Heritage-listed Site. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
7. Koblenz
Freechoice Take a guided city tour and be enchanted by the history and beauty of Koblenz, which straddles two of Europe’s most beautiful waterways. Alternatively, explore the city on two wheels on a guided cycling tour, or visit a local winery for a guided tour and tasting of its fine wines. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
8. Cochem
A medieval gem resting on the banks of the Moselle River, Cochem will make you feel as if you’re stepping into a fairytale. Explore this charming city on a tour that culminates in a visit to the iconic Reichsburg Castle. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
9. Moselle Valley Cruising
Admire the beautiful Moselle Valley from the comfort of your Scenic Space-Ship as you relax on board during a full day of cruising. This afternoon if you’re feeling energetic, take a guided bike ride to the pretty village of Bernkastel, where you can rejoin the cruise. Sundowners Today you’ll have a great opportunity to mingle with newfound friends against yet another spectacular backdrop, while toasting the day’s end. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
10. Bernkastel
Freechoice Travel to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and tour this exquisite city. Alternatively, take a guided walk through Trier, or get acquainted with beautiful Bernkastel. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
11. Rhine Gorge > Rüdesheim
Succumb to charming Rüdesheim, where you’ll board the Winzerexpress mini-train for a guided visit of Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Afterwards, enjoy a cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
12. Mannheim
Freechoice Experience the thrill of the Hockenheim Formula 1 track with a museum visit and an insider tour of the circuit, or join an expert local guide on a historic tour of Heidelberg, where you’ll visit Heidelberg’s Renaissance castle. The castle ruins are among the most important Renaissance structures north of the Alps. Alternatively, join a local guide for an orientation tour of Heidelberg, followed by leisure time. Enrich Enjoy a private concert at the Baroque Palace of Rastatt. It’ll be an evening of grandeur and a rare chance to collect memories that you’ll cherish for a lifetime. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
13. Kehl > Strasbourg
Freechoice Visit Strasbourg and discover La Petite France, or journey to Mittelbergheim in the Alsace and sample some of the best wines the region has to offer. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
14. Breisach
Freechoice Be immersed in a truly magical experience during a visit to the Vogtsbauernhof Open Air Museum in the heart of the Black Forest. Alternatively, if you’re feeling more active discover the Black Forest during a hike, or take a guided bike ride. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
15. Basel > Montreux
Disembark and transfer to Vevey, home to Charlie Chaplin once he’d fled the United States. Learn about one of the 20th century’s most celebrated artists during a visit to the Chaplin’s World Museum. This afternoon you’ll get the chance to luxuriate at your hotel, located on the shores of picturesque Lake Geneva, for a two night stay. Meals included: Breakfast
16. Montreux
Enrich Delight in a panoramic train journey to Château-d’Œx. Upon arrival witness traditional cheese-making
at the Restaurant Le Chalet. The cheesemaker will transform milk into a hard cheese right in front of your eyes. At the end of the demonstration you’ll have an opportunity to taste the freshly made cheese. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
at the Restaurant Le Chalet. The cheesemaker will transform milk into a hard cheese right in front of your eyes. At the end of the demonstration you’ll have an opportunity to taste the freshly made cheese. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
17. Montreux > Bern
Ascend the Swiss Alps to the breathtaking village of Gstaad. Then continue to Bern for your overnight stay. Meals included: Breakfast
18. Bern > Lucerne > Zurich
Journey to Lucerne and discover this charming town on an orientation tour with your Tour Director. Continue to Zurich, Switzerland’s largest city and home to a host of treasures. Enjoy an overnight stay. Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
19. Zurich
Transfer to Zurich airport with wonderful memories. Meals included: Breakfast
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