Rhine & Rhône Revealed with 1 Night in Marseille (Southbound) 2021
16 Day River Cruise Amsterdam to Marseille
Starting at $6,887
Immerse yourself in French and German culture on this fabulous European river cruise vacation along the Rhine, Saône, and Rhône Rivers. Enjoy spectacular views and romantic splendor of this magical journey ending with a night in Marseilles. It all begins in Holland’s popular, modern capital of Amsterdam. The best way to see the treasures of this 700-year-old city is on a canal cruise along the elegant Grachten. Cologne, Germany, a 2,000-year-old city best known for its Gothic architecture and famous twin-spired cathedral, comes alive on a guided walk. Sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, the most beautiful stretch of the Rhine River dotted every mile with ancient castles. Strasbourg, France, located on the French-German border, perfectly blends the cultures of both countries. Breisach, Germany, is the gateway to Germany’s Black Forest—an area of unrivaled natural beauty. Lyon is a showcase of medieval and Renaissance architecture. Explore the Old Town with its maze of medieval alleyways. Continue to the city of Tournon, beautifully nestled among vineyards. Here, you’ll take a guided walk in this medieval treasure with Roman ruins and a fascinating 16th-century castle. In Avignon, visit the Palace of the Popes and take pictures of the bridge in the famous song “Sur le pont d’Avignon.” Enjoy your last night in France in captivating Marseille. Relax along the remarkably blue water of the Mediterranean Sea—a perfect ending to this once-in-a-lifetime European river cruise through Germany and France!
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Rhine & Rhône Revealed (Southbound)WALE
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Destination & Sightseeing
Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation): | Onboard welcome reception |
Day 2 Amsterdam: | Canal cruise |
Day 3 Cologne: | Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour, or Jewish Heritage walking tour |
Day 4 Rhine Gorge-Rüdesheim: | Scenic cruise through the Rhine Gorge; special treat; visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim |
Day 5 Mainz. Excursion to Heidelberg: | Choice of guided walk in Mainz with a visit to the Gutenberg Museum, or a guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat, or a hike up Philosophers' Way |
Day 6 Strasbourg: | Guided sightseeing, visit the La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral |
Day 7 Breisach: | Choice of excursion to Black Forest, or visit to Badischer Winzerkeller |
Day 8 Basel (Disembarkation)-Beaune-St. Jean de Losne (Embarkation): | Transfer to Beaune, visit Hôtel-Dieu; onboard welcome reception |
Day 9 Mâcon: | Leisurely cruising; cheese tasting on board |
Day 10 Lyon: | Guided sightseeing in Lyon, and picture stop on Fourvière Hill; on board lecture |
Day 11 Lyon: | Culinary tour |
Day 12 Tournon-Viviers: | Guided walk in Tournon; guided walk in Viviers, visit the Old Town and the cathedral |
Day 13 Avignon: | Guided sightseeing, visit to the Palace of the Popes |
Day 14 Arles: | Choice of guided sightseeing in Arles, visit the Roman Amphitheater, or painting workshop |
Day 15 Port St. Louis (Disembarkation)-Marseille: | Transfer to Marseille; guided tour |
Day 16 Marseille: | Your vacation ends this morning |
- In the event of technical or water level issues, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or alter the program, including hotel overnight when necessary.
- Guided Tours, Optional Excursions, activities, sailing and docking schedules may be contingent on weather conditions or other issues outside of our control and could therefore be subject to change at any time.
- Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
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Accommodations
Amsterdam | Marseille |
Superior First-Class
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