Romantic Rhine – Northbound
October 28 – November 4 , 2018
Price : From : $ 3516.00 / person based on double in a cabin with a panoramic view
Upgrades are available . Price includes cruise and gratuities . Airfare and insurance is not included
8 DAY RIVER CRUISE FROM ZÜRICH TO AMSTERDAM
Day 1 - October 28 | Arrive In Zürich , Switzerland . Transfer To Basel ( Embarkation ) Welcome to Switzerland , home of the Matterhorn and the majestic Alps ! Transfer by motorcoach to Basel , where your river cruise vessel is docked . Meet your crew at an evening welcome reception . ( D )
Day 2 - October 29 | Breisach , Germany . Excursion To The Black Forest Located at the foot of Kaiserstuhl Mountain on the French-German border , Breisach is the gateway to Germany ’ s BLACK FOREST region , an area of unrivaled natural beauty . The area got its name because the pine forests are so dense , local residents described them as black . The most well-known products from this region are Black Forest ham , Black Forest cherry cake , and cuckoo clocks ! You may opt to visit the workshop of a local woodcarver who produces clocks and other carvings , or to the open-air Vogtsbauernhof Museum to see how life was lived in this area centuries ago . ( B , L , D )
Day 3 - October 30 | Strasbourg , France Situated on the border of France and Germany , Strasbourg blends the cultures of both countries in a delightful way . On your walking tour , you will discover Europe at its most quintessential . Visit the monumental red-sandstone GOTHIC CATHEDRAL with its ancient murals , stained-glass windows , and fascinating astronomical clock , as well as the magical LA PETITE FRANCE district , home to half-timbered houses , quaint shops , inviting bistros , and a waterfront promenade . Explore Place Kléber , a large historic square in the heart of the city , and Place Gutenberg in the heart of medieval Strasbourg , which features a statue of the inventor of the printing press . This afternoon , an optional excursion into the Alsace wine country is available . ( B , L , D )