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7 Night The Majestic Rhine Cruise from Frankfurt
Ship: Emerald Sky
Cruise Line: Emerald Cruises
Sailed: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 from Frankfurt, Germany
Ended: Tuesday, May 13, 2025
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Tuesday, May 6, 2025
departure of the Emerald Sky. If Emerald Cruises modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing
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Welcome to Frankfurt, where you will be greeted at the airport and transferred to your contemporary Emerald Cruises Star-Ship in Mainz. This evening, join your fellow guests for dinner onboard. Please book your flight to arrive into Frankfurt prior to 2 PM.
Day 2 - Wednesday - May 7, 2025
Rudesheim, Germany
Rhine Gorge, Germany
Rudesheim is a charming town that perfectly encapsulates the spirit of Germany. Here, in the home of cuckoo clocks, oompah bands, and Bavarian beer, the Rhineland's charm is found around every corner. Today, ride the Winzerexpress to Siegfried's Mechanical Music Museum. Located in a 15th-century knight's tower, the vaulted ceilings and painted frescoes are home to exhibits of rare music boxes. Later, sail through the Rhine Gorge and soak in the breathtaking vistas along the way.
Day 3 - Thursday - May 8, 2025
Koblenz, Germany
The ancient city of Koblenz is the gateway to the Rhine Gorge. Once a Roman stronghold, today, the area is full of postcard-worthy parks and flowers. Explore the picturesque surroundings during a guided tour of the city, including the German Corner, where the Moselle meets the Rhine. Absorb the panoramic views of the confluence and the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Rhine Valley.
Day 4 - Friday - May 9, 2025
Mannheim, Germany
Bus Travel
Heidelberg, Germany
Bus Travel
Mannheim, Germany
German Romanticism often depicts idealistic cityscapes and fairy tale-like scenes, full of Baroque buildings and charming narrow streets. It's easy to see why so many of the most notable poets and composers of the era lost themselves to the beauty of Heidelberg. Your guided tour of the historic university town will start in the grounds of Heidelberg Castle, once a royal residence. Visit some of the town's main highlights or, alternatively, hike from Mount Konigstuhl to Heidelberg for awe-inspiring panoramas.
Day 5 - Saturday - May 10, 2025
Rastatt Landing, Germany, Germany
Bus Travel
Baden-Baden, Germany
Bus Travel
Rastatt Landing, Germany, Germany
This morning, you'll be transferred from your Star-Ship docked in Rastatt to the charming spa town of Baden-Baden, frequented by celebrities and royalty for centuries. If you're feeling active, you can embark on a guided hike to Altes Schloss, a fascinating castle ruin full of hidden dungeons and winding staircases. Enjoy panoramic views of the Black Forest and the Rhine Valley as you trace the footsteps of former residents. Alternatively, enjoy a guided walking tour of Baden-Baden, soaking in the elegant boutiques and timeless gardens before touring the backstage of the Baden-Baden Opera Theater.
Day 6 - Sunday - May 11, 2025
Kehl, Germany
Bus Travel
Strasbourg, France
Bus Travel
Kehl, Germany
This morning, we'll dock in Kehl and take a motorcoach transfer to the medieval capital of France's Alsace Region, Strasbourg. Strasbourg is a city best explored via its quaint waterways, so today we'll embark on an EmeraldPLUS traditional canal boat tour. Relax as you pass through Petite France, full of storybook canals, half-timbered houses, and narrow lanes. Witness the covered bridges and the Vauban Dam before reaching the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Neustadt imperial quarter, where many of the city's administrative buildings are based. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore at leisure.
Day 7 - Monday - May 12, 2025
Breisach, Germany
Bus Travel
Colmar, France
Bus Travel
Breisach, Germany
Commence your magical morning with a tour of Colmar. As you walk down the cobblestone lanes, it's easy to imagine the characters from the Grimm's Fairy Tales here, where half-timbered facades are adorned with window boxes full of colorful blooms. Alternatively, embark on a guided bike tour from Breisach to Colmar.
Day 8 - Tuesday - May 13, 2025
Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
Cruise Ends
Bus Travel
Zurich, Switzerland
After breakfast, it is time to say farewell to your fellow guests and disembark your Star-Ship for your transfer to the airport, taking memories of the picturesque Rhine Gorge with you. Please book your flight to depart out of Zurich after 11:30 AM.
