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Rhine Highlights


Victoria Glidewell
Amsterdam, Basel, Cologne, France, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland, Architectural, Arts and Culture, Bicycling, Castle Tours and Stays, Castle Visits and Stays, Cruise, Hiking, Historical Travel, History Tours, Nature-Wildlife, River Cruises, Sightseeing, Wine Tours

From Switzerland, cruise through the heart of Germany, past rolling vineyards and dramatic gorges guarded by picture book castles, before heading to Amsterdam and its famous canals.

Itinerary

Day 1
Depart

Raise your glass to the marvellous cruise ahead of you at this evening’s welcome reception. Your journey into wonder is about to begin. Please ensure your flight arrives before 13:00 in Zurich and 15:00 in Basel.

Day 2
Strasbourg

Visit Strasbourg, where you’ll discover

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Active Discovery on the Rhine – Northbound 2018


Victoria Glidewell
Amsterdam, Cologne, Dusseldorf, Europe, Frankfurt, Germany, Netherlands, Adventure, Archeology, Archeology Tours, Architectural, Arts and Culture, Biking, Biking Vacations, Castle Tours and Stays, Castle Visits and Stays, Cruise, Culinary, Culinary Tours, European River Cruising, Hiking, Historical Travel, History Tours, Kayaking, River Cruises, Sightseeing, Soft Adventure

A new and exciting way to river cruise and to actively discover well-known and off-the-beaten-path treasures along the Rhine. At each stop, you choose your activity—get some exercise with an active outing, discover a fascinating but perhaps lesser-known site, or do the more traditional sightseeing activity. The choice is yours!

Your river cruise adventure begins in Wiesbaden, Germany, near Frankfurt, and ends in Amsterdam—Holland’s lively capital. Active guests can choose to hike near Eltville, and …

Magnificent Europe – Westbound 2018


Victoria Glidewell
Amsterdam, Austria, Bratislava, Budapest, Cologne, Germany, Hungary, Netherlands, Salzburg, Slovakia, Vienna, Archeology, Architectural, Arts and Culture, Beer, Castle Tours and Stays, Castle Visits and Stays, European River Cruising, Historical Travel, History Tours, Jewish Heritage Travel, Photography, River Cruises, Shopping, Sightseeing, Wine Tours

From Budapest to Amsterdam, and many exciting stops along the way, you’ll be immersed in the culture of Central Europe in a unique way on this timeless river cruise vacation.

Your river cruise adventure begins with visits to three of Europe’s vibrant capital cities: Budapest, Hungary; Bratislava, Slovakia; and Vienna, Austria. A Local Guide will show you the must-see sites in each city and you’ll have plenty of time to explore on your own. Admire …

Tulip Time on the Romantic Rhine and Mosel River Cruise


Chris Burton
Amsterdam, Basel, Cologne, Europe, France, Germany, Luzern, Netherlands, Switzerland, Zurich, All Inclusive, Architectural, Arts and Culture, Culinary, European River Cruising, Garden Tours, Luxury, Photography, Sightseeing

Experience the re-awakening of Spring along the Rhine and Mosel Rivers. From the enchanting Keukenhof Gardens, in the Netherlands, at the peak of tulip season to the majestic heights of Switzerland. See the countryside bloom as we sail these two historic rivers of Europe.

Includes

23 Meals (8 dinners, 6 lunches, and 9 breakfasts) Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Tours International Cruise Director and Mayflower Tours expert staff onboard…