Arrive in Basel and step aboard the Trafalgar Verity, your floating home for the voyage ahead. Settle in, explore the ship, admire its interiors and discover its stories before joining your Experience Director and fellow travelers for a delicious dinner. Raise a glass to the adventures that await along the Rhine. ... Read More
Wednesday - May 6, 2026
Day 2
Breisach, Germany
Bus Travel
Hartheim am Rhein, Germany
Bus Travel
Breisach, Germany
Cruise into Germany, where the Rhine River forms the border between Germany and France, winding through the Upper Rhine Plain between the Black Forest and the Vosges Mountains. Step ashore and begin your day with a tour of Breisach, a historic town overlooking the Rhine, known for its colorful houses and centuries-old cathedral. Then, enjoy a Be My Guest experience with lunch at Bohrerhof, a family-run farm where seasonal produce is grown using traditional methods. Savor a meal made with fresh ingredients straight from the fields, a true taste of the local land and heritage. In the afternoon, you can take an optional visit to an Alsatian village for a journey filled with half-timbered houses and scenic vineyards. ... Read More
Thursday - May 7, 2026
Day 3
Strasbourg, France
Step ashore in Alsace, where French and German influences mix in this region rich with history. With a local specialist by your side, explore Strasbourg's old town, where you'll see its impressive cathedral and the charming Petite France district. Choose an Optional Experience into the Black Forest, known for its scenic landscapes, fairytale villages, and traditional crafts. This afternoon, explore this region at your own pace. ... Read More
Friday - May 8, 2026
Day 4
Speyer, Germany
This morning, step ashore in Speyer, a town with deep medieval roots. With two included experiences to choose from, you can join a local specialist for a walking tour along Maximilian Street, passing Baroque townhouses and visiting a medieval church. Discover the history of the 11th-century Jewish community and enjoy some local treats. Alternatively, join a Make Travel Matter Experience at a private vinegar estate near Speyer, where you'll enjoy a tasting and learn all about its sustainable production. Why not join an Optional Experience to Heidelberg? You'll walk through its charming old town, cross the Old Bridge, and see the striking Heidelberg Castle. ... Read More
Saturday - May 9, 2026
Day 5
Rudesheim, Germany
Braubach, Germany
Your Rhine River cruise continues through the Middle Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, into Rudesheim, a wine town filled with half-timbered houses and rich winemaking traditions. Meeting you from your ship, a mini-train tour will introduce you to the town's highlights before you explore on your own. Stretch your legs by joining an Optional Experience vineyard hike with stunning views. If that wasn't enough, you can step back in time with a visit to Marksburg Castle, the only hilltop fortress on the Rhine never destroyed. ... Read More
Sunday - May 10, 2026
Day 6
Koblenz, Germany
Your Rhine River cruise continues past Deutsches Eck (German Corner), marked by the grand monument to Kaiser Wilhelm I. Once you step ashore in Koblenz, set off on a walking tour with your local specialist, stopping at German Corner, where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet. Explore the Old Town's lively squares, historic churches, and quirky landmarks. For a more active choice, today's Optional Experience is a scenic bike ride along the Rhine, complete with a well-earned beer garden stop. ... Read More
Monday - May 11, 2026
Day 7
Cologne, Germany
Guten Morgen Cologne, a city where history and modern culture collide. With two included experiences to choose from, you can join a local specialist for a city tour, passing the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece over 600 years in the making. Prefer something different? Explore the city's vibrant creative side on a Street Art Tour, where murals and graffiti bring the streets to life. In the afternoon, choose an Optional Experience-visit the Michael Schumacher Private Collection, a must for Formula One fans, or enjoy a refreshing visit to a Kolsch beer hall. Your final night on the Lower Rhine takes you through the Rhine Plain and past North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany's historic industrial heart, before sailing into the Netherlands. ... Read More
Cruise across the German border and into your final country, the Netherlands. Uncover the story of Operation Market Garden, the largest airborne operation of WWII, aimed at securing key bridges in the Netherlands. Visit the Airborne Museum in Hartenstein and see the "Bridge Too Far", where British paratroopers fought a heroic but ill-fated battle. Later, transfer to Amsterdam, bidding farewell to the captain and crew of the Trafalgar Verity. Settle in for two nights in the Dutch capital and perhaps consider joining an Optional Experience tour of one of Amsterdam's foodie quarters? Transfer to your hotel. ... Read More
Today is yours to experience Amsterdam as you like. Wander along scenic canals, explore world-class museums, or soak up the local atmosphere in a cozy cafe. For something extra, join an Optional Experience and visit a traditional windmill in Volendam, or, on select seasonal departures, you can opt to explore the colorful blooms of Keukenhof Gardens. This evening, raise a toast to unforgettable experiences during a canal cruise and dinner with your fellow travelers, Experience Director, and Experience Manager. ... Read More
Bid farewell with "fair winds and fond memories" to your Experience Director, Experience Manager, and fellow travelers as your journey comes to an end.
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