perched . Explore both the exterior and interior , and then enjoy time on your own in Cochem . Meals : B , L , D | M / S River Harmony
DAY 8 • Explore Trier • European Union discussion
After breakfast , join an onboard Exclusive Discovery Series conversation about the European Union . Then , take a walking tour of Trier where you ’ ll explore its ancient ruins , including the second-century Porta Nigra ( Black Gate ) and the Basilica built by Constantine . Meals : B , L , D | M / S River Harmony
DAY 9 • Trier • Scenic cruise • Optional Luxembourg tour
Enjoy a relaxing day of cruising down 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 Explore Bernkastel this morning . After a guided walking tour , 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
This morning , explore the historic streets of Boppard — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — on a morning walking tour . Afterwards , you may choose to join an optional outing to Marksburg Castle , on the hills that line the Rhine River . 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 the 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 . 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 . Disembark in Basel and transfer to the airport for your flight home . Or , begin your optional extension to Lucerne , Switzerland . Meals : B
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