Cruise Overview
This exciting river cruise vacation has it all! Explore Holland’s colorful capital as you cruise through Amsterdam’s enchanting canals; see the city highlights in Cologne and Strasbourg, and visit Koblenz, Trier, Reichsburg Castle above charming Cochem, the unique Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim, and Mainz. Sail past the famous Lorelei rock and through the dramatic Rhine Gorge. In Bernkastel, sample the area’s famous Riesling wines and enjoy excursions to majestic Heidelberg and to Germany’s legendary Black Forest.Oberammergau 2010Add the Oberammergau Passion Play to Your River Cruise
Cruise: Deluxe 13-night cruise from Amsterdam to Basel in an outside stateroom with hotel-style bedsAmsterdam: Canal CruiseRotterdam: Harbor CruiseDordrecht: Excursion to KinderdijkCologne: Guided sightseeingKoblenz: Guided walkBernkastel: Guided walk, local marketplace; visit a wine cellarTrier: Guided sightseeing, Porta NigraLuxembourg: Guided sightseeingCochem: Visit Reichsburg CastleRhine Gorge: Cruise through the gorgeRüdesheim: Visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument MuseumMainz: Visit the Gutenberg MuseumHeidelberg: Guided visit of the castle including the Giant VatStrasbourg: Guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the gothic cathedralBreisach: Excursion to the Black ForestNotes:- In the event of water level problems on stretches of any river, it may be necessary to operate part of the itinerary by motorcoach.
- Included visits and special features are subject to change. If a change becomes necessary, a substitute will be offered.
Meals - (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner Superb dining with all meals on board daily featuring full breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D), including a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; quality wines from Europe’s most famous wine regions with every dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements; Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with all onboard dinners; Complimentary coffee and tea available throughout the day | 
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Please note that some amenities, features and enhancements are only available on 2011 river and small-ship cruise departures.