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Day by Day Summary and Map
Land Segment of Itinerary
Thursday - May 30, 2024
Day 1
Zurich, Switzerland
Welcome to Zurich, Switzerland's largest city, where you'll start your journey with an overnight stay at your luxurious hotel. This afternoon, join your local guide for an exploration of the city including the Bahnhofstrasse and the historic Fraumunster Church. Please book your flight to arrive into Zurich prior to 1:30 PM. ... Read More
Friday - May 31, 2024
Day 2
Zurich, Switzerland
Train Travel
Lucerne, Switzerland
Bus Travel
Fluelen, Switzerland
Gotthard Panorama Express Train Travel, Italy
Lugano, Switzerland, Switzerland
This morning, journey to Lucerne and join an orientation tour. Then embark on a scenic train journey on the Gotthard Panorama Express from Fluelen towards Lugano. From your first-class seat enjoy the many magnificent and diverse views, from snow-capped mountains and lush green landscapes to tropical palm trees. This afternoon, you will arrive into Lugano, for two nights. ... Read More
Saturday - Jun 1, 2024
Day 3
Lugano, Switzerland, Switzerland
Lugano is located on the shores of Lake Lugano surrounded by impressive mountains. Your local guide will escort you through the cities lively squares, lakeside promenades, and Old Town. Although in Switzerland, the city offers a unique Italian flair with the culture and language influenced by its nearest neighbor. ... Read More
Sunday - Jun 2, 2024
Day 4
Lugano, Switzerland, Switzerland
Bus Travel
Tirano, Italy
Train Travel
St. Moritz, Switzerland
Travel by motorcoach to Tirano where you will board the Bernina Express for a delightful journey towards the mountain village of St. Moritz. Cross the Bernina Pass, on one of the steepest and picturesque rail journeys in the world. Enjoy an overnight stay.
Monday - Jun 3, 2024
Day 5
St. Moritz, Switzerland
Train Travel
Zermatt, Switzerland
Today a special treat awaits. Board the Glacier Express for possibly the world's most breath-taking mountain rail journey towards Zermatt. Travel in comfort through the unspoilt natural beauty of a landscape rich in ancient mountain forests, peaceful alpine meadows, rushing mountain streams and valleys, soaked in tradition and centuries old culture. Stay for two nights at your hotel. ... Read More
Tuesday - Jun 4, 2024
Day 6
Zermatt, Switzerland
Zermatt is located at the north end of a hanging valley with breath-taking views of the surrounding peaks and this morning you will bear witness to some of the most spectacular views as you ascend the Swiss Alps by rail to Gornergrat. A highlight will be the Swiss icon, the Matterhorn.
Wednesday - Jun 5, 2024
Day 7
Zermatt, Switzerland
Train Travel
Lausanne, Switzerland, Switzerland
Continue to the picturesque city of Lausanne, set on the shores of Lake Geneva. This afternoon, you will have free time to wander the streets, perhaps stroll the tree-lined lake side promenade or venture to the Old Town where buildings date back to the Middle Ages. Your hotel is the perfect location for your two-night stay. ... Read More
Thursday - Jun 6, 2024
Day 8
Lausanne, Switzerland, Switzerland
Friday - Jun 7, 2024
Day 9
Lausanne, Switzerland, Switzerland
Land Travel
Montreux, Switzerland
GoldenPass Train Travel
Interlaken, Switzerland
This morning, take a short journey to Montreux and enjoy some free time before boarding the GoldenPass train. Pass by lush green rolling hills, crystal-blue lakes, and soaring mountain peaks bound for the beautiful city of Interlaken. Enjoy a two-night stay.
Saturday - Jun 8, 2024
Day 10
Interlaken, Switzerland
Train Travel
Kleine Scheidegg, Switzerland, Switzerland
Jungfraubahn Train Travel
Jungfraujoch, Switzerland, Switzerland
Jungfraubahn Train Travel
Kleine Scheidegg, Switzerland, Switzerland
Train Travel
Interlaken, Switzerland
Today, journey on the Bernese Oberland Railway and ascend the mountain toward the Jungfraujoch where a 360-degree panorama will take your breath away.
Sunday - Jun 9, 2024
Day 11
Interlaken, Switzerland
Land Travel
Zurich, Switzerland
Today, we return back to glittering Zurich for an overnight stay. The afternoon is yours to wander this incredible city. Perhaps take in the views as you stroll along the lake or marvel at the remarkable architecture.
Transfer to Basel and board your Scenic Space-Ship.
Tuesday - Jun 11, 2024
Day 13
Breisach, Germany
Located between the Rhine River and the Black Forest, Breisach is a food and wine destination that shares its border with the Alsace region. It was almost destroyed during WWII but was meticulously rebuilt with its traditional cobbled streets and pastel houses. This morning, you will arrive at Breisach for a day of exploration. ... Read More
Wednesday - Jun 12, 2024
Day 14
Kehl, Germany
Bus Travel
Strasbourg, France
Bus Travel
Kehl, Germany
The city of Kehl is the gateway to Strasbourg, the capital city of the Alsace region, where sherbert-colored, half-timbered houses heave together on the banks of a complex network of canals. On its central island, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Grande Ile, Petite France - named so for the 15th-century hospital that was built here for patients suffering from syphilis, the 'French disease' - was a medieval tanners' quarter. Its meandering cobbled laneways are lined with a medley of buildings with shuttered windows and bright flowerboxes. Your Scenic Space-Ship will depart for Mannheim this afternoon. ... Read More
Thursday - Jun 13, 2024
Day 15
Mannheim, Germany
Friday - Jun 14, 2024
Day 16
Rudesheim, Germany
Rhine Gorge, Germany
This morning you will arrive in Rudesheim, a pretty town surrounded by steep vineyards that have been cultivating wine for a staggering two millennia. The charming town center is filled with half-timbered houses lining cobbled streets, quaint shops selling trinkets such as traditional Christmas ornaments and cuckoo clocks, as well as a smattering of wine taverns and open-air beer gardens. Leaving Rudesheim, you will cruise along the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley. This 65-kilometer stretch of the river is dotted with some 40 hilltop castles and fortresses that span a period of 1,000 years. Sailing down this section of the river is like being transported through the pages of a fairy-tale book. The Rhine is abounded in myths and legends; folklore that has been passed on for generations, including the story of Lorelei. This enchanting female was betrayed by her sweetheart and spent her days bewitching men. As her punishment, she was sent to a nunnery, however on her way she jumped to her death in the river. Legend has her spirit casting spells on sailors who passed the rock, where a bronze statue sits today. ... Read More
Saturday - Jun 15, 2024
Day 17
Cochem, Germany
A medieval gem resting on the banks of the Moselle River, Cochem will make you feel as if you are stepping directly into a fairy-tale. The traditional town is nestled on the riverbanks, with pastel-colored buildings, half-timbered houses, cobbled laneways, and an enchanting medieval hilltop castle surrounded by sloped vineyards. Spend the afternoon at leisure in this beautiful location before setting sail for Bernkastel after dinner. ... Read More
Sunday - Jun 16, 2024
Day 18
Bernkastel, Germany
Another wonderfully preserved riverside town, Bernkastel is home to an atmospheric market square with buildings that date to the 13th century, one of the world's most famous Riesling vineyards, Bernkasteler Doctor, and the ruins of Landshut Castle sitting high above on a hill, where archeological remains from the 4th and 5th centuries were discovered in 2012. ... Read More
Monday - Jun 17, 2024
Day 19
Cruising the Moselle River
Today, sail along the curvaceous path of the Moselle River past quaint half-timbered villages, vine-covered slopes, and hilltop castles that are perched proudly overlooking the river. Relax in the opulence of your suite, many of which have a window that converts into a Scenic Sun Lounge, allowing you uninterrupted views to watch a rolling tapestry of the Moselle Valley during this full day of cruising. This afternoon, you will be able to indulge in a Moselle Wine Degustation to sample local varieties. ... Read More
Tuesday - Jun 18, 2024
Day 20
Koblenz, Germany
Located where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet, Koblenz is a melange of French and German cultures and one of Germany's oldest cities with a history spanning 2,000 years. Koblenz is surrounded by vineyards, forest, and mountain ranges and is also known as the gateway to the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, a picturesque section of the mighty river that is protected by UNESCO. Your Space-Ship will overnight in Koblenz, offering you the opportunity to explore the city after dark. ... Read More
Wednesday - Jun 19, 2024
Day 21
Dusseldorf, Germany
Your Scenic Space-Ship will arrive Dusseldorf this morning. Perhaps arrange for coffee delivered to your suite by your personal butler and enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Crystal Dining. Dusseldorf is an affluent city, which was dubbed 'Little Paris' by Napoleon. The city is filled to the brim with museums and galleries, one of the world's most luxurious shopping streets, an old town with around 260 pubs and bars, and a harbor precinct that blends the old with new: historic quay walls, warehouses, and silos neighbor striking architecturally designed buildings by the likes of Frank Gehry. ... Read More
Thursday - Jun 20, 2024
Day 22
Arnhem, Netherlands
Located at the edge of the Veluwe nature reserve, the city of Arnhem offers a beautiful landscape surrounded by dense forest, lush green parklands, and riverside promenades. Coupled with its long and rich history, Arnhem is the perfect location to spend the morning.
Friday - Jun 21, 2024
Day 23
Antwerp, Belgium
This morning, you will arrive in Belgium's second city, Antwerp. Full of historical and cultural contrasts, Antwerp has a melange of architectural wonders, a medieval center with cobbled streets and Gothic buildings, many that were severely bombed during WWII, blended with architecture. It's also the diamond capital of the world, with 70 percent of the world's diamonds traded there. Your Scenic Space-Ship departs later this evening, which means you have free time to wander Antwerp at your own pace. Alternatively, return to your Space-Ship and take the time to unwind in the exclusive Salt Therapy Lounge, which provides natural anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial properties. ... Read More
Saturday - Jun 22, 2024
Day 24
Veere, Netherlands
You will arrive in Veere this morning, one of the Netherlands' prettiest villages whose historic harbor is filled with bobbing yachts. While its beginnings date to the 13th century, Veere flourished in the 16th century when it became an important port for Scottish wool. This prosperity lasted two centuries, and to this day Scottish ties are strong. ... Read More
Sunday - Jun 23, 2024
Day 25
Utrecht, Netherlands
This morning, you will arrive at Utrecht, a canal-lined city boasting a multitude of green space, lively streets, and hidden alleyways leaving you intrigued by what is around the next corner. This afternoon, relax on the Sun Deck as you enjoy the scenery rolling by while cruising towards your final destination, Amsterdam. ... Read More
Your cruise will finish in Amsterdam. The capital city of the Netherlands is a treasure trove of architectural beauty, masterpiece-filled galleries, tranquil scenes of boats putting along 16th-century canals, narrow cobbled laneways filled with boutiques and cafes, and streets busy with cyclists criss-crossing their way about town. Often referred to as the Venice of the North, much of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed canal system exists today as it did hundreds of years ago, lined with well-preserved canal houses and intersected by charming bridges. Please book your flight to depart out of Amsterdam after 11 AM. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. ... Read More
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