to the top of the rocky hill on which the castle is perched .
Meals : B , L , D | M / S River Harmony
DAY 8 • Explore Trier • European Union discussion
Join an onboard Exclusive Discovery Series conversation about the European Union . Then , embark on a walking tour of Trier where you ’ ll explore its ancient ruins , including the secondcentury Porta Nigra ( Black Gate ) and the Basilica built by Constantine . After lunch at a local restaurant , the rest of the day is yours .
Meals : B , L , D | M / S River Harmony
DAY 9 • Trier • Scenic cruise • Optional Luxembourg tour
Enjoy a relaxing day of cruising , basking in riverside views of one of the most scenic sections of the Mosel River . Or , join a full-day optional excursion to Luxembourg , the tiny country whose territory is comprised of less than 1,000 square miles .
Meals : B , L , D | M / S River Harmony
DAY 10 • Bernkastel Set off on a morning walking tour of Bernkastel . After your introduction to the storybook town ’ s half-timbered houses and petite shops , you ’ ll have free time to explore on your own . Then , head to one of the town ’ s most famous wineries for an Exclusive Discovery Series visit to see its inner workings — and sample a few vintages .
Meals : B , L , D | M / S River Harmony
DAY 11 • Boppard • Optional Marksburg Castle tour
Explore the historic streets of Boppard — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — on a morning walking tour . Or , join an optional outing to Marksburg Castle , one of the most beautiful palaces situated on the hills that line the Rhine River . Then , enjoy an afternoon of scenic cruising .
Meals : B , L , D | M / S River Harmony
DAY 12 • Speyer • Home-Hosted Visit Disembark this morning for a walking tour of Speyer — and witness its striking Romanesque cathedral . Then , join a local family for an Exclusive Discovery Series Home-Hosted Visit , which will give you a glimpse into everyday German life as you share some homemade treats .
Meals : B , L , D | M / S River Harmony
DAY 13 • Strasbourg , France • Optional Black Forest Open-Air Museum tour
Discover Strasbourg on a walking tour along the city ’ s famed canals . Then enjoy some free time to explore . Or , you may wish to join our optional Black Forest tour . Later this afternoon , take part in an Exclusive Discovery Series conversation about how the Russian war in Ukraine is creating an energy crisis in Germany .
Meals : B , L , D | M / S River Harmony
DAY 14 • Riquewihr • Strasbourg After breakfast , discover Riquewihr on a walking tour . Then we ’ ll return to Strasbourg and board the ship for lunch . This evening , you cruise toward Basel .
Meals : B , L , D | M / S River Harmony
DAY 15 • Basel , Switzerland • Captain ’ s Farewell Dinner
Explore Switzerland ’ s second-largest city on a morning walking tour . The afternoon is yours to pursue your own interests . This evening , partake in an Exclusive Discovery Series conversation about Switzerland Today . Gather with your fellow travelers in the evening for a Captain ’ s Farewell Dinner .
Meals : B , L , D | M / S River Harmony
DAY 16 • Return to U . S . Transfer to the airport for your flight home . Or , begin your optional extension to Lucerne , Switzerland .
Meals : B
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