Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Northbound) 2025 - 10 days from Lucerne to Amsterdam

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Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Northbound) 2025

10 days from Lucerne to Amsterdam



Tour Description:

You’ll start your European vacation with a 2-night stay in Lucerne, Switzerland. Enjoy a guided walking tour including the Lion Monument, Old Town, Chapel Bridge, the Water Tower, Jesuit Church, and a special highlight excursion to Mount Pilatus (or Mount Stanserhorn per seasonal accessibility).

Your dramatic river cruise on the Rhine will commence in Basel, Switzerland, with stops in France, Germany, and Holland. Sail to Breisach, your starting point for an excursion to the Black Forest. Then venture on to Strasbourg, France, to see its Gothic cathedral with stunning murals and stained glass.

Sail to Mainz for an excursion to Heidelberg Castle or join your Avalon Adventure Host® for a hike up Philosophers’ Way. You can alternatively visit the Gutenberg Museum for the amazing history of the early pioneers of printing. Sail to Rüdesheim and through the spectacular Rhine Gorge—the most beautiful view of the Rhine River where ancient castles stand on cliffs 400 feet above the water. You'll visit Koblenz and Cologne and arrive in Amsterdam for a guided canal cruise through the colorful city.

Your scenic river cruise on the Rhine River, with a 2-night stay in Switzerland are the perfect combination to unlock a guided European vacation of a lifetime.

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Dates & Pricing

Wednesday 07 May 25 — Saturday 17 May 25Starting at $4,623Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Saturday 17 May 25 — Tuesday 27 May 25Starting at $4,519Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Wednesday 21 May 25 — Saturday 31 May 25Starting at $4,380Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
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Wednesday 04 Jun 25 — Saturday 14 Jun 25Starting at $4,394Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Wednesday 18 Jun 25 — Saturday 28 Jun 25Starting at $4,394Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Saturday 28 Jun 25 — Tuesday 08 Jul 25Starting at $5,064Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Wednesday 02 Jul 25 — Saturday 12 Jul 25Starting at $5,189Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Saturday 12 Jul 25 — Tuesday 22 Jul 25Starting at $5,078Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Wednesday 16 Jul 25 — Saturday 26 Jul 25Starting at $5,189Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
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Wednesday 13 Aug 25 — Saturday 23 Aug 25Starting at $5,289Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
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Wednesday 27 Aug 25 — Saturday 06 Sep 25Starting at $5,489Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Saturday 06 Sep 25 — Tuesday 16 Sep 25Starting at $4,685Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Wednesday 10 Sep 25 — Saturday 20 Sep 25Starting at $5,089Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Saturday 20 Sep 25 — Tuesday 30 Sep 25Starting at $4,685Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Wednesday 24 Sep 25 — Saturday 04 Oct 25Starting at $4,839Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Saturday 04 Oct 25 — Tuesday 14 Oct 25Starting at $4,669Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Wednesday 08 Oct 25 — Saturday 18 Oct 25Starting at $5,423Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Saturday 18 Oct 25 — Tuesday 28 Oct 25Starting at $5,219Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Saturday 01 Nov 25 — Tuesday 11 Nov 25Starting at $5,019Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Wednesday 05 Nov 25 — Saturday 15 Nov 25Starting at $4,919Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Saturday 15 Nov 25 — Tuesday 25 Nov 25Starting at $4,619Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
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Destination & Sightseeing

Day 1 Lucerne, Switzerland: Welcome to Switzerland
Day 2 Lucerne: Guided walking tour with the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge
Day 3 Lucerne, Swiss Alps-Basel (Embarkation): Excursion to Mount Pilatus or Mount Stanserhorn per seasonal accessibility (in case of bad weather, visit the Swiss Transport Museum instead); onboard welcome reception
Day 4 Breisach: Choice of excursion to Black Forest, or sightseeing in Freiburg or bike with your Adventure Host
Day 5 Kehl. Excursion to Strasbourg: Choice of guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral or bike with your Adventure Host
Day 6 Mainz: Choice of guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat, or walk Philosophers’ Way with your Adventure Host, or visit the Gutenberg Museum in Mainz
Day 7 Rüdesheim–Rhine Gorge–Koblenz: Visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim or hike in the vineyards with your Adventure Host; cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei; free time in Koblenz
Day 8 Cologne: Choice of “Cologne Highlights” walking tour, or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host
Day 9 Amsterdam: Choice of canal cruise or off-the-beaten path walking tour or walk with your Adventure Host
Day 10 Amsterdam (Disembarkation): Your vacation ends this morning
Notes:
•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.
•Due to “Sail Amsterdam” departure August 10 & 14 will end in Rotterdam instead of Amsterdam with modifications to the itinerary.

ITINERARY

Day 1
LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND Welcome to Switzerland The day is free to start exploring this delightful town on the Reuss River. Discover the many squares and churches and how tradition and modernity stand side-by-side or spend your free time to enjoy some shopping in the city center. LUCERNE-LION-MONUMENT.jpg

Day 2
LUCERNE A Historic Bridge and Heart of a Lion CLASSIC Join a Guided Walking Tour, which includes the poignant Lion Monument, Old Town, Chapel Bridge, the Water Tower, and Jesuit Church. LUCERNE-CHAPEL-BRIDGE.jpg
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Day 3
LUCERNE–SWISS ALPS–BASEL (EMBARKATION) Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding CLASSIC This morning enjoy a special Highlight Excursion to Mount Pilatus (or Mount Stanserhorn per seasonal accessibility) for spectacular views over central Switzerland (in case of bad weather, visit the Swiss Transport Museum instead). EVENING CRUISE TO BREISACH MOUNT-PILATUS.jpg

Day 4
BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO BLACK FOREST German Winemaking and the Beautiful Black Forest Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host. ACTIVE Enjoy the view on a relaxing bike ride along the Rhine with your Adventure Host, OR: DISCOVERY Join a full-day Guided Tour to the magical Black Forest to experience the Vogtsbauernohf open-air-museum, visit an authentic water mill, and see a traditional butter-making demonstration, OR: CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour to explore Freiburg’s medieval city center, sheltered by the Black Forest amid vineyards and gardens of the Upper Rhine Valley. You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar in the morning, with its half-timbered medieval and early renaissance buildings. EVENING CRUISE TO KEHL BLACK-FOREST-SCENIC.jpg
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Day 5
KEHL. EXCURSION TO STRASBOURG, FRANCE A Grand Cathedral and La Petite France ACTIVE Discover Strasbourg by bike with your Adventure Host, OR: CLASSIC Join a City Sightseeing Tour, including Strasbourg’s Gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals and astronomical clock, as well as the magical La Petite France District. You may also choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the historic Maginot Line—the pre-WWII fortifications designed to protect the eastern border of France or visit Alsace’s wine country today. Alternatively, take some free time in Strasbourg to visit a museum, or stroll across the city center. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAINZ STRASBOURG-PETIT-FRANCE.jpg
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Day 6
MAINZ, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO HEIDELBERG Castle Walls, and the World’s Biggest Wine Barrel ACTIVE Join your Avalon Adventure Host for an inspiring walk in Heidelberg, the Philosophers' way, OR: CLASSIC Enjoy a Guided Tour to Heidelberg Castle to see the ruins of the magnificent renaissance treasure towering above the city, and its famed Great Vat, the “World’s Largest Wine Barrel,” OR: CLASSIC Enjoy a Guided City Walk in Mainz, including a visit to the Gutenberg Museum to see the captivating history of printing. This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship after a short sailing to Rüdesheim . OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN RÜDESHEIM HEIDELBERG.jpg
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Day 7
RÜDESHEIM–RHINE GORGE Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country ACTIVE Enjoy a hike with your Avalon Adventure Host through the picturesque vineyards of Rüdesheim, OR: DISCOVERY Take a Guided Tour of the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rüdesheimer coffee. En route to Koblenz, sail through the Rhine Gorge (a UNESCO World Heritage site). Take in the breathtaking views of ancient castles perched on cliffs 400 feet above the water and pass the legendary Rock of the Lorelei—where the mythological siren’s songs lured ill-fated sailors. KOBLENZ Travel Through 2000 Years of Monumental History Enjoy free time in Koblenz before a relaxing evening on board with dinner and live entertainment. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN KOBLENZ RUDESHEIM-VINEYARDS.jpg
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Day 8
COLOGNE Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities. ACTIVE Enjoy a bike ride like the locals in Cologne with your Adventure Host, OR: DISCOVERY Choose a Guided Walking Tour of Cologne’s important Jewish heritage sites, OR: CLASSIC Take a Guided City Walk of Cologne—with its soaring twin-steepled gothic cathedral. Spend free time over a glass of Kölsch pale lager—locally brewed for over 100 years! AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO AMSTERDAM COLOGNE-BEER.jpg
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Day 9
AMSTERDAM*, HOLLAND Canals of Colorful Amsterdam ACTIVE Start your day joining your Adventure Host on an early morning walk in Amsterdam, OR: DISCOVERY Discover the true beauty of Amsterdam with an off-the-beaten-path Guided Walking Tour through its cobblestone streets for a captivating look at this legendary city, OR: CLASSIC Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam’s “Golden Age.” During tulip season, you may take a Guided Optional Excursion to Keukenhof gardens—with more than seven million tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths, as well as other bulbs, planted each year. Outside of tulip season, join a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses. You may also choose an Optional Biking Tour to discover the countryside. Take some free time to explore Amsterdam’s colorful streets and canal houses, galleries, and shops. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM * Due to the “SAIL Amsterdam” from August 19 to 25, Amsterdam excursions commence from ship docking location in Rotterdam. AMSTERDAM-CANAL-CRUISE.jpg
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Day 10
AMSTERDAM (DISEMBARKATION)* Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. *Due to increased harbor traffic expected for the 2025 “SAIL Amsterdam” event, departures August 10 & 14 will disembark in Rotterdam. AMSTERDAM-SUNRISE.jpg

Accommodations

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Pilatusstrasse 15 Lucerne Switzerland

A contemporary 87-room hotel set in an elegant turn-of-the-century building located in the heart of Lucerne. Amenities include a lively South American-inspired restaurant, hip cocktail bar, small fitness center, and a contemporary lounge area where complimentary tea and coffee can be enjoyed during the day.
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