Emerald Sun
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7 Night The Majestic Rhine Cruise from Basel (Saxon)

Ship: Emerald Sun
Cruise Line: Emerald Cruises
Sailed: Sunday, Jul 7, 2024 from Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
Ended: Sunday, Jul 14, 2024
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Sunday, Jul 7, 2024 departure of the Emerald Sun. If Emerald Cruises modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day 1 - Sunday - Jul 7, 2024
Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
Basel (Saxon), Switzerland    
Welcome to Basel, a medieval city bordering the Rhine. Here, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. This evening, join your fellow guests for dinner onboard. Please book your flight to arrive into Basel prior to 3 PM.
Day 2 - Monday - Jul 8, 2024
Breisach, Germany
Breisach, Germany    
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Colmar, France    
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Breisach, Germany    
Your journey through the heart of Europe will commence with a tour to Colmar, a magical place that looks as though it has been pulled from the pages of a beloved fairytale. Your included tour of the town will enable you to traverse its cobblestone lanes, passing medieval half-timbered facades and window boxes full of brightly coloured flowers. If you are feeling more active, then you may instead choose to embark on a guided bike tour from Breisach to Colmar.
Day 3 - Tuesday - Jul 9, 2024
Kehl, Germany    
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Strasbourg, France    
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Kehl, Germany    
This morning, your Star-Ship will dock in Kehl and you will be transferred across the river to Strasbourg, a city that perfectly encapsulates the region's medieval charm. Strasbourg's historic buildings can be found peppering the city and are best explored via its quaint waterways, which is why we will be taking you on a canal tour through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city center. Relax onboard as you pass through the idyllic surrounds of Petite France and conclude in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Neustadt imperial quarter, where many of Strasbourg's noteworthy buildings are based. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore at leisure.
Day 4 - Wednesday - Jul 10, 2024
Rastatt Landing, Germany, Germany
Rastatt Landing, Germany, Germany    
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Baden-Baden, Germany    
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Rastatt Landing, Germany, Germany    
This morning, you will be transferred from where the Star-Ship is docked in Rastatt to charming Baden-Baden, a spa town known for its peaceful surrounds and the celebrities who have visited it over the last century. If you're feeling active, then you may choose to embark on a hike to Altes Schloss, where your local guide will show you the castle's ruins, including the dungeons and winding staircases. The panoramic views of the surrounding Black Forest region are certain to make this a truly unforgettable experience. Alternatively, you may choose to enjoy a guided walking tour of Baden-Baden, witnessing the luxurious facades of the independent boutiques and the well-manicured gardens, before entering the world-famous Baden-Baden Casino.
Day 5 - Thursday - Jul 11, 2024
Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany    
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Heidelberg, Germany    
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Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany    
As you stroll down Heidelberg's cobblestone streets, you may find yourself becoming just as entranced as the thinkers of the German Romanticism movement were. Their paintings often depict idealistic cityscapes and ruins that look like they are steeped in legends, and Heidelberg is a living representation of the scenes that they created. Today, you will have the opportunity to explore Heidelberg's peaceful surrounds during a guided tour, starting at the Heidelberg Castle. If you are feeling more active, then you may instead choose to hike from Mount Konigstuhl to Heidelberg for awe-inspiring panoramas.
Day 6 - Friday - Jul 12, 2024
Koblenz, Germany
Koblenz, Germany    
Koblenz is an ancient city often considered to be the gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge. The Romans originally built a city here as a stronghold, but the area is now known for its idyllic beauty, peaceful parks, and areas full of colorful flowers. Today, you will be able to relax during a guided tour of the city, including a cable car ride across the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress.
Day 7 - Saturday - Jul 13, 2024
Rudesheim, Germany
Rudesheim, Germany    
This afternoon, you will arrive in Rudesheim, a captivating city known for its authentic atmosphere and traditional appeal. Where cuckoo clocks, live oompah bands, and Bavarian beer can be found around every corner. Your included tour will be a visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Music Museum, a half-timbered tower with vaulted ceilings and painted frescoes that houses one of the best collections of music boxes in the world. You will also get the opportunity to ride on the charming Winzerexpress and taste famous Rudesheim coffee, made with one of the most famous brandies in Germany.
Day 8 - Sunday - Jul 14, 2024
Mainz, Germany
Mainz, Germany    
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Frankfurt, Germany    
After breakfast, it is time to say farewell to your fellow guests and disembark the ship for your transfer to the airport, taking memories of Petite France and fairytale-like settings with you. Please book your flight to depart out of Frankfurt after 12 PM. 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.

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Nov 3, 2024(Sunday) 7 Night Rhine Main Discovery
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