Berlin & The Majestic Rhine

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Berlin & The Majestic Rhine



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Dates & Pricing

Sunday 20 Apr 25 — Tuesday 29 Apr 25Starting at $8,425Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Sunday 20 Apr 25 — Tuesday 29 Apr 25Starting at $8,425Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Sunday 04 May 25 — Tuesday 13 May 25Starting at $8,825Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Sunday 04 May 25 — Tuesday 13 May 25Starting at $8,825Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Friday 05 Sep 25 — Sunday 14 Sep 25Starting at $8,825Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
Friday 05 Sep 25 — Sunday 14 Sep 25Starting at $8,825Check Mark Icon SPECIALGet a Quote
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ITINERARY

Berlin
You will be met at the airport and transferred to your centrally located hotel in Berlin, your home for the next two nights.

Berlin
Today, you will be invited on a guided tour of Berlin, where you can discover how its tangible history can be seen on every street. Enjoy learning about Berlin Cathedral and the iconic Berlin Wall, a feature point that holds the memory of how the city was both divided and reunited. After your tour, you are free to explore at leisure, perhaps discovering the creating lifestyles of the people who call Berlin their home. Included Excursion A guided tour of Berlin

Berlin - Frankfurt - Mainz
After breakfast, fly to Frankfurt and be transferred to the luxurious surrounds of your Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. This evening, join your fellow travellers for dinner on board. 

Rüdesheim
Rüdesheim is a charming town that perfectly encapsulates the spirit of Germany. Here, in the home of cuckoo clocks, oompah bands, and Bavarian beer, the Rhinelands charm is found around every corner.  Today, ride the Winzerexpress to Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum. Located in a 15th-century knight’s tower, the vaulted ceilings and painted frescoes are home to exhibits of rare music boxes.  Included Excursion A visit to Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum 

Koblenz
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 during a cable car ride across the water to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Rhine Valley. Later, sail through the Rhine Gorge and soak in the breathtaking vistas along the way.   Included Excursion Walking tour of Koblenz and a visit to the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress EmeraldACTIVE Bike tour in Koblenz DiscoverMORE Moselle Valley & Cochem Castle visit (extra expense)

Ludwigshafen – Heidelberg
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 Königstuhl to Heidelberg for awe-inspiring panoramas.  Included Excursion Guided tour of Heidelberg  EmeraldACTIVE Hike from Mount Königstuhl to Heidelberg

Rastatt – Baden-Baden
This morning, youll 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 Included Excursion Guided walking tour of Baden-Baden EmeraldPLUS Backstage Opera Theater Tour EmeraldACTIVE Guided hike to Altes Schloss

Kehl – Strasbourg
This morning, we’ll dock in Kehl and take a coach 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 citys administrative buildings are based. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore at leisure.   EmeraldPLUS Canal boat tour in Strasbourg

Breisach – Colmar
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 façades are adorned with window boxes full of colourful blooms. Alternatively, embark on a guided bike tour from Breisach to Colmar.  Included Excursion Guided tour of Colmar EmeraldACTIVE Guided bike tour to Colmar DiscoverMORE Guided tour of Freiburg with market tasting (extra expense)

Basel - Zurich
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. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information.

Check Mark Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.