Itinerary

Day 1-14

30 October 2025 - Sydney - Amsterdam , Netherlands
Upon arrival make own way to hotel in Amsterdam for your 2 night stay

31 October 2025 - Amsterdam , Netherlands
Amsterdam at leisure

01 November 2025 - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Check-out hotel, Make own way to pier & embark the ship in Amsterdam for your Captivating Rhine cruise.

02 November 2025 - Amsterdam, Netherlands
There are 165 canals in Amsterdam, and you'll get to enjoy some of them on your canal cruise. later in the day, set sail out of Amsterdam. (B,L,D)

03 November 2025 - Dusseldorf, Germany
As a leading hub for German culture, commerce, and architecture, Dusseldorf is a must-visit city for any travellers on the Rhine. Here, you will have multiple options for the day’s excursion. Explore this grand city on the Rhine by joining a walking tour, concluding with a tasting of Altbier, a local specialty brewed using traditional techniques. Alternatively, cover more ground with an active bike tour of the city. If you’re feeling adventurous, take a brief trip to the nearby city of Cologne. Join a guided tour through the enchanting Old Town, where you will see sites such as the Cologne Rathaus, Germany’s oldest town hall; the Fishmarket, which dates back to the 12th century and the Great St. Martin Church. (B,L,D)

04 November 2025 - Rhine Gorge, Rudesheim
Cruise through the captivating UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river before reaching the winemaking town of Rudesheim*. Join a wine tasting to discover the flavours of the town’s iconic vineyards. Or drink up the stunning views by soaring high above the vineyards with a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal. For a more active adventure, hike through the town’s beautiful vineyards or join a guided bike tour along the scenic Rhine River. Later in the day, let Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet charm you with its remarkable collection of self-playing musical instruments; or taste one of the town’s special delights, Rudesheimer coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy, coffee and whipped cream. (B,L,D)

05 November 2025 - Ludwigshafen, Germany
Ludwigshafen is your gateway to a choice of three excursions. Visit Heidelberg, the perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany’s Castle Road. Discover the iconic red sandstone Heidelberg Castle and Great Vat, an 18th-century, 49,000-gallon wine cask. For a more active adventure while in Heidelberg, join a guided hike up the Philosopher’s Path, aptly named during the Romantic Period, and enjoy panoramic views of the city. Alternatively, you can visit one of Germany’s oldest cities, Speyer, known for the largest Romanesque cathedral in Europe—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and the medieval Old Gate, Altpörtel. Or join a guided bike tour along the shores of the river Neckar and enjoy a cycling break to explore the picturesque medieval town of Ladenburg. (B,L,D)

06 November 2025 - Strasbourg, France
Strasbourg offers flavours of both France and Germany because of its borderline location. Enjoy a panoramic tour past the stunning Parc de l'Orangerie, the European Parliament and the Place de la Republique before walking through its iconic “La Petite France” district, lifted straight from the pages of a fairy-tale. Wander through charming streets past the Cathedrale de Notre Dame with its famous astronomical clock. Alternatively, take a guided bike ride through the city and Parc de l'Orangerie. (B,L,D)

07 November 2025 - Breisach, Germany
Breisach is your gateway to several different excursions. Step back in time with a visit to the enchanting Alsatian town of Colmar, which looks almost the same as it did in the 16th century. On your walking tour, admire historic architecture and perhaps get a glimpse of the Statue of Liberty, a small replica of the famous version in New York, to commemorate the sculptor’s Colmar birthplace. Alternatively, head to Freiburg, founded in 1120 and home to the Freiburg’s Münster, a Gothic cathedral said to have “the most beautiful spire on earth.” Those wishing a more active excursion can cycle through the countryside, or hike in the Black Forest, a magical land full of cultural traditions. (B,L,D)

08 November 2025 - Basel - Lake Lucerne, Switzerland
Disembark the ship and, before transferring to Lake Lucerne, go on a highlights tour of Basel. Once at Lake Lucerne, discover the unrivalled beauty and charm of this pristine city on a walking tour. Check into your hotel and enjoy a leisurely evening. (B)

09 November 2025 - Lake Lucerne, Switzerland 
Today, stop at the iconic Lion Monument, sculpted in memory of the Swiss Guards massacred during the French Revolution. You’ll also visit the spectacular medieval walls and towers, dating back to the 13th century. (B)

10 November 2025 - Lake Lucerne - Zurich, Switzerland 
Check out of your hotel and before your transfer via motor coach to Zurich, enjoy a scenic lake cruise. As part of your included excursion, you will ascend a picturesque mountain on a cable car ride, Mount Rigi, known as the "Queen of the Mountains." Take in breath-taking views of the city and surrounding landscape below. Later, check into your Zurich hotel. (B)

11 November 2025 - Zurich, Switzerland
Switzerland’s largest city seamlessly blends its historic past with its progressive future—all of which will be on full display during your city tour. One of the top experiences in Zurich is a visit to Old Town where you will find yourself amongst medieval houses, churches and the modern Bahnhofstrasse. (B)

12 November 2025 - Zurich, Switzerland
After breakfast, bid farewell to Switzerland and prepare for your return flight home. (B)

*Itinerary subject to change

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