12 Day Rhine River Cruise with Bruges & Paris
12 days
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7 Cruise, 1 Bruges, 2 Paris
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Overview
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
Highlights
- Walk the cobbled streets of tiny Breisach, a town that dates back over 4,000 years
- Visit the Alsace capital of Strasbourg, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Stroll the lanes filled with quaint wine taverns in the lively village of Rüdesheim
- Discover 2000-year-old Koblenz, with its superb Romanesque architecture
- View the mighty Lorelei Rock named for the siren "Lorelei" rising vertically from the waters
- Sail on the legendary Rhine to Cologne, capital of the Rhineland
- In Amsterdam, board a glass-top boat and cruise the winding canals
- Visit Bruges, known for its delicate lace textile technique
- Discover Paris, the "City of Lights," with its endless treasures
What's this trip about?
7 Cruise, 1 Bruges, 2 Paris
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Details
Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
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End CityOperator does not provide
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Destinations
Trip includes
- Flights New York-Basel, Paris-New YorkOther departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices
- Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
- 10 nights accommodations 7 nights outside cabin aboard the Deluxe Monarch Empress, the Deluxe Monarch Queen or the First Class Monarch Princess 1 night Bruges 2 nights Paris River port charges of $190 per person
- Cruise & hotel porterage
- All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates†
- 23 meals: 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
- Cruise director & activities host throughout cruise
- Tour manager in Bruges & Paris
- Services of local guides in all major cities
- Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring during excursions
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Itinerary
DAY 1, Saturday - Depart for Switzerland
Depart for Basel, Switzerland
DAY 2, Sunday - Cruise Embarkation in Basel
Arrive in Basel and transfer to the port. Embarkation will begin at 2 PM. After arrival formalities, rest and relax on board. This evening, meet your Cruise Director and enjoy a gala Welcome Dinner as it sets the mood for your delightful river cruise
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Monday - Breisach Walking Tour
Arrive this morning in the small town of Breisach that dates back over 4,000 years. On your walking tour along the cobbled streets lined with pastel-painted houses, it's hard to believe this town was mostly destroyed in WWII and then totally restored to its original beau...
DAY 4, Tuesday - Strasbourg City Tour
A lovely day awaits you in Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace, situated on the border of France and Germany, blending the cultures of both countries. Discover Strasbourg on the tour highlighting the city's center, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Of special note ...
DAY 5, Wednesday - Morning in Speyer & Evening in Rudesheim
This morning arrive in Speyer. Perhaps take a refreshing morning walk through this picturesque town founded by the Romans, or alternatively, join the optional tour to Heidelberg, home to the oldest university in Germany and inspiration for some of the world's greatest wr...
DAY 6, Thursday - Morning Cruising & Afternoon in Koblenz
This morning take in the spectacular vistas as the ship sails past castles perched on lofty cliffs, terraced vineyards and tiny villages. Pass the mighty Lorelei Rock on the eastern bank of the Rhine rising vertically from the waters, named for the siren "Lorelei" who be...
DAY 7, Friday - Cologne City Tour
Today the ship will dock in Cologne, one of Germany's largest cities and capital of the Rhineland. Your walking tour of the city is highlighted by the soaring, twin-steeple Gothic cathedral that is the geographical and spiritual heart of the city. Known for its vibrant art scene, Cologne abounds with cafes, galleries, shops and taverns
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8, Saturday - Amsterdam City Tour
Cruise into Amsterdam as you enjoy breakfast on board, and join a panoramic tour of 700-year-old Amsterdam. View the Royal Palace on Amsterdam's Dam Square, the Queen's official home-away-from-home. On to the Dutch National Monument dedicated by Queen Juliana as a memori...
DAY 9, Sunday - Bruges City Tour
This morning, disembark your ship and travel through the countryside to reach Bruges. Enjoy a tour one of Europe's most beautiful cities. Walk along picturesque cobbled lanes lined with historic churches and whitewashed almshouses. View the Church of Our Lady, housing th...
DAY 10, Monday - Afternoon in Paris, the "City of Lights"
On to Paris, the "City of Lights." Upon arrival, start your discovery of one of the world's greatest cities with its endless treasures. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Perhaps, visit the bustling Montmartre and see spectacular views of the city, visit the Basilica of Sac...
DAY 11, Tuesday - Tour of Paris
Drive along the famous Champs Elysees to the Arc de Triomphe, Concorde Square, and the iconic Eiffel Tower, symbol of Paris. On to the celebrated "Rive Gauche," the vivacious Left Bank where artists, philosophers and writers in a long gone era flourished in the artistic ...
DAY 12, Wednesday - Depart France
This morning, transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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Price From $3,819
Price per day$318
Last Updated: 7/13/2023
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