Rhine Highlights with Switzerland Zurich to Amsterdam 2020

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Rhine Highlights with Switzerland Zurich to Amsterdam 2020

Rivers:

Mosel/Moselle, Rhine

Countries:

France, Germany, Holland (Netherlands), Switzerland

Embark:

Zurich

Disembark:

Amsterdam

Ship:

Scenic Opal (Other Ships)

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The heart of Europe and Switzerland

Though an integral part of the history of the region, Switzerland has always existed slightly apart from the rest of Europe, fiercely cherishing its independence and neutrality.

You’ll get the opportunity to discover this beautiful land for yourself, visiting Zurich and Lucerne with Lake Geneva and the Swiss Alps serving as majestic backdrops. And that’s just the beginning. From Switzerland, begin your all-inclusive cruise through the heart of Germany. Take in Strasbourg, explore Heidelberg Castle, visit Koblenz and venture on to the port city of Amsterdam.

Day	Activity
Day 1	Depart USA
Day 2	Welcome to Zurich
Day 3	Zurich > Lucerne > Bern
Day 4	Bern > Montreux
Day 5	Montreux
Day 6	Montreux > Basel
Day 7	Kehl > Strasbourg
Day 8	Rastatt > Baden Baden
Day 9	Mannheim
Day 10	Koblenz
Day 11	Cologne
Day 12	Amsterdam
Day 13	Amsterdam

Day	Activity
Day 1	Depart USA
Day 2	Welcome to Zurich
Day 3	Zurich > Lucerne > Bern
Day 4	Bern > Montreux
Day 5	Montreux
Day 6	Montreux > Basel
Day 7	Kehl > Strasbourg
Day 8	Rastatt > Baden Baden
Day 9	Mannheim
Day 10	Koblenz
Day 11	Cologne
Day 12	Amsterdam
Day 13	Amsterdam

Day	Activity / Description
Day 1	Depart USA Depart the US on your overnight flight.
Day 2	Welcome to Zurich Start your journey with an overnight stay in Zurich.
Day 3	Zurich > Lucerne > Bern Repeatedly named the city with the best quality of life, Switzerland’s largest city Zurich is full of treasures and you’ll have the chance to discover them first-hand. Travel to Lucerne, overlooked by the magnificent Swiss Alp peaks of Mounts Pilatus and Rigi, before arriving in Bern for your overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast
Day 4	Bern > Montreux Ascend the Swiss Alps to the charming alpine village of Gstaad. Continue to Montreux for a luxurious two night stay, located on the shores of picturesque Lake Geneva Meals: Breakfast
Day 5	Montreux EnrichDelight 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: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6	Montreux > Basel Journey to neighbouring 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. From there, it’s on to Basel where a warm welcome awaits you from the crew of your Scenic Space-Ship. Your luxury cruise is about to begin and you’ll have the chance to raise your glass to the occasion at the evening’s welcome reception. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7	Kehl > Strasbourg Freechoice: Visit Strasbourg, 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 explore the Black Forest region during a visit to the Vogtsbauernhof Open Air Museum. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8	Rastatt > Baden Baden Arrive in charming Baden Baden, a spa town famous for its Roman baths.Freechoice: Join your local guide on a tour of this picturesque town and tour the ruins of the Roman baths that have made this city famous or take an active hike to Hohenbaden Castle. Alternatively, visit the Mercedes-Benz factory.EnrichEnjoy a private evening concert at a fine Baroque palace. It’ll be an evening of grandeur unlike any other and a chance to create memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9	Mannheim Freechoice: Join a 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. Or join a guide for an orientation tour of Heidelberg, followed by leisure time. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10	Koblenz Freechoice: Take a guided tour of Koblenz, straddling two of Europe’s 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 you’re stepping straight into a fairytale and you’ll be able to explore this charming city on a guided tour including a visit to Reichsburg Castle. Alternatively, visit a local winery and sample some of the fine wines of this region or take a guided cycling tour.SundownersRaise a toast to the end of a wonderful day in a scenic location. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11	Cologne Freechoice: 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. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12	Amsterdam Freechoice: Explore Amsterdam on a guided walking tour pausing along the way to sample the Dutch delicacy, herring. Or cruise the iconic canals that have made Amsterdam world famous. Alternatively, discover charming Volendam, with its unusual raised homes and quaint wooden church, before heading to the equally charming village of Edam. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13	Amsterdam After a hearty breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Amsterdam airport for your onward or homebound flight.Please note: Pre-release itinerary subject to change Meals: Breakfast

Day	Activity / Description
Day 1	Depart USA Depart the US on your overnight flight.
Day 2	Welcome to Zurich Start your journey with an overnight stay in Zurich.
Day 3	Zurich > Lucerne > Bern Repeatedly named the city with the best quality of life, Switzerland’s largest city Zurich is full of treasures and you’ll have the chance to discover them first-hand. Travel to Lucerne, overlooked by the magnificent Swiss Alp peaks of Mounts Pilatus and Rigi, before arriving in Bern for your overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast
Day 4	Bern > Montreux Ascend the Swiss Alps to the charming alpine village of Gstaad. Continue to Montreux for a luxurious two night stay, located on the shores of picturesque Lake Geneva Meals: Breakfast
Day 5	Montreux EnrichDelight 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: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6	Montreux > Basel Journey to neighbouring 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. From there, it’s on to Basel where a warm welcome awaits you from the crew of your Scenic Space-Ship. Your luxury cruise is about to begin and you’ll have the chance to raise your glass to the occasion at the evening’s welcome reception. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7	Kehl > Strasbourg Freechoice: Visit Strasbourg, 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 explore the Black Forest region during a visit to the Vogtsbauernhof Open Air Museum. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8	Rastatt > Baden Baden Arrive in charming Baden Baden, a spa town famous for its Roman baths.Freechoice: Join your local guide on a tour of this picturesque town and tour the ruins of the Roman baths that have made this city famous or take an active hike to Hohenbaden Castle. Alternatively, visit the Mercedes-Benz factory.EnrichEnjoy a private evening concert at a fine Baroque palace. It’ll be an evening of grandeur unlike any other and a chance to create memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9	Mannheim Freechoice: Join a 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. Or join a guide for an orientation tour of Heidelberg, followed by leisure time. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10	Koblenz Freechoice: Take a guided tour of Koblenz, straddling two of Europe’s 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 you’re stepping straight into a fairytale and you’ll be able to explore this charming city on a guided tour including a visit to Reichsburg Castle. Alternatively, visit a local winery and sample some of the fine wines of this region or take a guided cycling tour.SundownersRaise a toast to the end of a wonderful day in a scenic location. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11	Cologne Freechoice: 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. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12	Amsterdam Freechoice: Explore Amsterdam on a guided walking tour pausing along the way to sample the Dutch delicacy, herring. Or cruise the iconic canals that have made Amsterdam world famous. Alternatively, discover charming Volendam, with its unusual raised homes and quaint wooden church, before heading to the equally charming village of Edam. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13	Amsterdam After a hearty breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Amsterdam airport for your onward or homebound flight.Please note: Pre-release itinerary subject to change Meals: Breakfast

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