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The Rhine as a Legacy: Art, History and Heritage. Discovering Europe¿s Geniuses and Masterpieces (port
to-port cruise)
Tour Description:
Embark on a unique cruise along the Rhine. From iconic cities to fascinating museums, this journey invites you to explore the art, history, and architecture that have shaped the region. Each stop offers the opportunity to discover masterpieces, stroll through historic sites, and immerse yourself in Europe’s cultural heritage. Between guided tours and lectures, you will enjoy a rich and immersive itinerary. Eight days of discovery await you, blending curiosity, knowledge, and wonder as you travel along the river. A cultural adventure where every panorama and every monument tells its own story.
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Destination & Sightseeing ITINERARY
ITINERARYAMSTERDAM or surroundings(2)
Embarkation. Crew introduction and welcome cocktail.
AMSTERDAM or surroundings(2)
Morning optional excursion: Guided audio tour of the Rijksmuseum and a boat ride along Amsterdam’s canals.Afternoon : Sailing towards Cologne.Onboard lecture: The Dutch Golden Age – art, commerce, and innovation.
COLOGNE - BONN
Morning: Sailing towards Cologne.Onboard lecture: The Castles of the Rhine, an Open-Air Heritage.Optional excursion: Visit of the Gothic Cologne Cathedral(3).Evening: Ballroom dance night with classical music.
BONN - KOENIGSWINTER
Morning optional excursion: Guided tour of the Beethoven Museum.Afternoon optional excursion: Drachenburg Castle.Evening: Ballroom dance onboard.Overnight sailing: towards Mainz.
KOENIGSWINTER - MAINZ
Morning: Sailing towards Mainz.Onboard lecture: Beethoven, the Dutch Masters, and Gutenberg – three geniuses who changed Europe.Afternoon optional excursion: Guided tour of Mainz and the Gutenberg Museum(3).Continue sailing towards Strasbourg.Evening: Ballroom dance onboard.
STRASBOURG
Morning: Sailing towards Strasbourg.Activity: Demonstration of Black Forest cake preparation.Afternoon optional excursion: Strasbourg – the Historical Museum and the Cathedral.Return by coach to the river station.Overnight sailing: towards Breisach.
BREISACH - BASEL
Early morning arrival: Vieux-Brisach.Optional excursion: Visit the Cité du Train in Mulhouse.Afternoon: Sailing towards Basel.Onboard lecture: The Rhine and the Black Forest: Between Nature, History and Legends.Evening: Gala dinner.
BASEL
Disembarkation.
