Jewels of the Rhine
Immerse yourself in alluring history, awe-inspiring architecture, and the natural wonders of the world on this 7-night river cruise through Switzerland, Germany, France, and the Netherlands aboard Emerald Cruises’ Emerald Destiny.
Begin your adventure in Basel and set out for Breisach, a lovely German town resting amongst rolling vineyards. Visit Strasbourg’s wine cellars and half-timbered homes in “La Petite France,” and hike beneath the Black Forest evergreen canopy of Grimm’s fairy tales. Lace up your hiking boots for a tour of Heidelberg Castle’s Renaissance ruins and enjoy the refreshing white wines of the Moselle Valley’s terraced vineyards. Experience the allure of Deutsches Eck in Koblenz, where the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers is framed by a mesmerizing panorama of vineyards, forests, and four majestic mountain ranges. Snap photos of a UNESCO World Heritage Site–Cologne’s Gothic twin-spired cathedral–and take in the city’s medieval history. Spend a full day in Amsterdam and cruise the canals fronted by stately Dutch Golden Age mansions.
Features
RHINE RIVER LUXURY CRUISE INCLUDING:
- Pre-Paid Onboard & Onshore Gratuities
- Immersive Dining Experiences inspired by the local region
- Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
- Port Taxes & Fees
- An excursion almost every day
- Wi-Fi on board
Itinerary
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June 6: Depart for Switzerland
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June 7: Basel, Switzerland - Embark
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June 8: Breisach, Germany
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June 9: Kehl, Germany - Strasbourg, France
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June 10: Ludwigshafen - Heidelberg, Germany
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June 11: Koblenz, Germany
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June 12: Cologne, Germany
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June 13: Amsterdam, Netherlands
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June 14: Amsterdam, Netherlands - Disembark
Air Cities
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Deck Plans
Excursions
INCLUDED EXCURSIONS
- Guided tour of Freiburg with tasting
- Guided tour of Heidelberg
- Walking tour of Koblenz & a visit to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
- Guided tour of Cologne’s Old Town
- Canal cruise in Amsterdam
DiscoverMORE EXCURISONS
DiscoverMORE excursions must be reserved before the final payment date of February 17, 2025. To view the complete list of the included and DiscoverMORE excursions for your sailing, click here.
More time and peace of mind. Don’t just wave at your port city from the deck—extend your trip with an overnight land stay and city exploration. Spend more time with your feet on the ground and immerse yourself in local culture with engaging tours led by an expert travel guide. Let us handle the logistics of your airport transportation, luggage handling, and so much more, so you can worry less and go all in on your vacation.
| 2 NIGHT LUCERNE PRE-CRUISE PROGRAM |
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June 5+-7 |
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Transfers between Zurich (ZRH) airport*, hotel, and cruise ship, with related luggage handling |
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MOBILITY: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking and may not be suitable for those with walking difficulties. On this guided tour, you must be able to keep up with a guide/group to ensure a maximized experience for all. Guests participating in this program must be comfortable with heights and entering/exiting an ice flyer (chair lift) |
Cancellation Policy
If you change your plans or cancel, your rights to a refund are limited. Submit a written cancellation to cancel@gonext.com. Upon receipt of a written cancellation from you, the following fees will apply (as indicated in days prior to tour commencement - cancellation charge (per person).
| 90 days or more | = | $500 per person |
| 89-60 days | = | 35% per person |
| 59-30 days | = | 50% per person | 29-0 days | = | 100% of total fare |
| 181 days or more | = | No Penalty, Full Refund |
| 180-121 days | = | 25% penalty of total fare, per program |
| 120-91 days | = | 50% penalty of total fare, per program |
| 90-61 days | = | 75% penalty of total fare, per program |
| 60-0 days | = | 100% of total fare, per program |
Travel Insurance
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