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8 Day Itinerary Zurich > Amsterdam
River cruise
Cruise start/finish
Enrich
Freechoice
1 Overnight stay
Treasures of the Rhine Private concert at the Palace of Rastatt, Germany
The heart of Europe Everyone deserves to experience the magic of Europe’s most romantic region at least once. You’ll get the opportunity to discover this beautiful land, starting in Basel. From here your luxury all-inclusive cruise will take you through beautiful sketches of the Rhine, punctuated by timeless little towns that still exude the romance of days long past. Take in Strasbourg, explore Baden-Baden, delight in the charm of Cochem, visit Koblenz and venture to the port city of Amsterdam. 8 Day Cruise
Zurich > Amsterdam
Day 01
Amsterdam Fly to Amsterdam from one of up to 16 UK airports, where you will be welcomed onboard your state-of-the-art SpaceShip. Meals: D
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Day 03
Day 02
Amsterdam
the opportunity to experience an iconic canal cruise, or step outside of Amsterdam and visit the villages of Alkmaar & Schermerhorn, home to authentic windmills dating back to the 16th century.
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Freechoice: Hop aboard one of our e-bikes and take a guided bicycle tour outside the city, or join a flavors of Holland walking tour and taste some Dutch favorites such as herring, cheese and poffertjes. Alternatively, take
Cologne
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Freechoice: Take a stroll through Cologne and get up close to the filigree twin towers of the famous cathedral, or step inside the cathedral and let your local guide marvel you with its history. Alternatively,
explore the city’s past and present, from Roman times to its Jewish heritage, during a guided tour, or if you are feeling more active, cycle to Cologne from the charming medieval village of Zons. Enrich Discover Germany’s motoring heritage with a special event held at Motorworld. Set amongst a large range of classic, vintage and Formula 1 vehicles, you will have the opportunity to engage in a range of fun filled activities.
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Day 05
Miltenberg
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Freechoice: Meet a monk at a local monastery for a tour and insight into regional beer production, or meet a winemaker for a taste of his fine wines. Alternatively, meet a Baron and Baroness and learn about aristocratic life, or opt to visit a local Schnapps producer or a farming family and taste some of their homemade products. Meals: B.L.D
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Day 06
Day 04
Würzburg
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Freechoice: Visit Würzburg’s Rhine Gorge > Bishop’s Residenz Palace Rüdesheim and sample some exquisite Enjoy views of the spectacular local wine in a nearby cellar World Heritage-listed before enjoying some free Rhine Gorge. Then alight in time at leisure, or visit the Rüdesheim and board the impressive estate of Schloss Winzerexpress mini train for Weikersheim, a true Baroque a guided visit of Siegfried’s and Renaissance delight. Mechanical Musical Alternatively, explore the Instrument Museum, before famous Romantic Road, an enjoying a cable car ride to important trade route during the Niederwald Monument for the Middle Ages, then take in spectacular views of the river. the beautiful walled town of Meals: B.L.D Rothenburg, a medieval gem overlooking the Tauber River.
Bamberg
Day 08
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Freechoice: Take a guided tour of the Old Town of Bamberg and walk the same cobbled streets as medieval traders once did. Alternatively, taste some of the city’s regional specialties on a city walk. Alternatively, join a guided cycling tour outside of the city, or discover charming Volendam and Edam. The quaint fishing village of Volendam is home to many wooden houses and a beautiful harbor, explore the charm of the village before a short drive to the nearby town of Edam, where you will visit a local farm for a delicious cheese tasting. Meals: B.L.D
Nuremberg
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Freechoice: After breakfast, transfer to Munich airport for your return journey home. Travel to one of up to 16 UK airports. 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. Meals: B
Truly all-inclusive luxury: 5-Star Scenic Space-Ships with up to 163 guests Spacious Balcony Suites with an innovative Scenic Sun Lounge 1 Scenic Enrich experience at a private classical concert at the spectacular Baroque Palace of Rastatt – Exclusive to Scenic P ersonalize your trip with 20 included Scenic Freechoice activities D ine at your choice of up to five on board venues, from casual to fine dining 20 meals – 7 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L) and 7 dinners (D) Complimentary premium beverages all day, every day† – not just at meal times Butler service for every suite Complimentary full mini-bar restocked daily Innovative Salt Therapy Lounge and fitness area S cenic Tailormade App for river commentary and independent exploration The freedom of our e-bikes – electronically assisted bicycles Scenic Cruise Director to guide and assist & expert local guides Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout your cruise Roundtrip airport transfers All tipping and gratuities on board and on shore
For full list of inclusions, see scenicusa.com
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Amsterdam
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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.