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Rhine & Moselle Splendors with Paris, Lake Lucerne and Zurich

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New Release Fully Guided Locally Guided Coach River Cruise
River View
$10,155
Balcony
$12,380
Suite
$16,091
* Port charges, taxes and fees included
 Cruise Length
15 Days
 Cruise Starts
Paris
 Cruise Finishes
Zurich
15 Day Rhine & Moselle Splendors with Paris, Lake Lucerne and Zurich Itinerary (AmaWaterways)
Countries Explored: France, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland
 Cruise Length
15 Days
 Cruise Starts
Paris
 Cruise Finishes
Zurich
15 Day Rhine & Moselle Splendors with Paris, Lake Lucerne and Zurich Itinerary (AmaWaterways)
Countries Explored: France, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland
Cruise Line
AmaWaterways
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Ship
Departures
Passengers
162
Crew
51
Launched
2012
Cruise Code
ANPLZ
Cruise Line
AmaWaterways
No Reviews
Ship
Departures
Passengers
162
Crew
51
Launched
2012
Cruise Code
ANPLZ

Overview

Paris and Zurich provide the perfect beginning and ending to your splendid journey along two of Europe’s most alluring rivers, the Rhine and Moselle. In between, expand your imagination in fairytale villages—enchanting Cochem where folklore and history come alive in every street, and in well-preserved Bernkastel with its medieval Market Square and half-timbered houses. Whimsical fantasies abound at Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum and at the Palace Gardens of Schwetzingen, a cultural heritage site of European significance with more than 100 sculptures scattered throughout its surprising...read more landscape. Blend German heritage with Italian in Trier, with its Roman Imperial Baths and the Porta Nigra; and with French heritage in Strasbourg, and you have the most splendid journey
Paris and Zurich provide the perfect beginning and ending to your splendid journey along two of Europe’s most alluring rivers, the Rhine and Moselle. In between, expand your imagination in fairytale villages—enchanting Cochem where folklore and history come alive in every street, and in well-preserved Bernkastel with its medieval Market Square and half-timbered houses. Whimsical fantasies abound at Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum and at the Palace Gardens of Schwetzingen, a cultural heritage site of European significance with more than 100 sculptures scattered throughout its surprising...read more landscape. Blend German heritage with Italian in Trier, with its Roman Imperial Baths and the Porta Nigra; and with French heritage in Strasbourg, and you have the most splendid journey

Itinerary

Arrive in Paris and check-in to your hotel.

Enjoy a morning tour of Paris, taking in all its iconic sites, including the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs-Élysées and Place de la Concorde. You'll pass the magnificent Opéra Garnier, the legendary Louvre and, on the Left Bank, the Sorbonne University and the Panthéon. (B)

Excursions:

  • “City of Light” tour

Visit Montmartre, long known as the city's premier artist's enclave. For easy access to Montmartre, you'll hop aboard the funicular railroad that ascends the hill. Montmartre's most recognizable landmark is the Basilica du Sacré-Coeur, the highest point in the city. After your visit to Montmartre, you'll be taken on an illumination tour. (B)

Excursions:

  • Evening Montmartre and illumination tour

Board the ship for your Rhine & Moselle Splendors cruise. (D)

Excursions:

  • TGV high-speed train to Luxembourg
  • “Grand Duchy” city tour

Wasserbillig is your gateway to Trier, Germany's oldest city, often referred to as the second Rome. Be guided to the Roman Imperial Baths, the Porta Nigra and Emperor Constantine's Throne Room. You can also cycle along the Moselle River past Trier's Imperial Baths, Porta Nigra city gate and other historic sites. As a final alternative, enjoy a lovely wine tasting in Luxembourg. (B/L/D)

Excursions:

  • “Rome of the North” tour OR Luxembourg Wine Tasting OR Trier bike tour

History comes to life in Cochem with its half-timbered houses and Reichsburg Castle. Join a guided tour through the castle, and then walk through its Old Town. For those wishing to have a more active exploration of the area, you can go on a guided hike to the castle. Later in the day, sail along the Moselle, taking in the fascinating scenery before arriving in Lahnstein where you'll enjoy an exclusive visit to Burg Lahneck Castle. (B/L/D)

Excursions:

  • Reichsburg Castle and walking tour OR Reichsburg Castle hike OR Cochem bike tour
  • Scenic cruising
  • Exclusive Burg Lahneck Castle visit

Cruise through the captivating UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river, before reaching the winemaking town of Rüdesheim. Drink up the stunning views by soaring high above the vineyards with a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal Statue, and afterwards be treated to a wine tasting. For a more active adventure, hike through the town's beautiful vineyards or join a guided bike tour along the scenic Rhine River to Schloss Johannisberg. Later in the day, let Siegfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet charm you or taste one of the town's special delights, Rüdesheimer coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy, coffee and whipped cream. (B/L/D)

Excursions:

  • Castles along the Rhine scenic cruising
  • Gondola Ride and wine tasting OR Vineyard hike OR Guided Bike Tour of the Rheingau
  • Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum OR Rüdesheimer Coffee

You have a choice of several excursions, depending on your interest. Visit Heidelberg, a perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany's Castle Road. Alternatively, relive a bygone era on an excursion to the glorious Schwetzingen Palace and Gardens. Tour this splendid palace and wander through its gardens with more than 100 sculptures and an assortment of whimsical buildings. The Apollotempel houses a statue of the ancient Greek god of light and the arts, playing the lyre; and the most spectacular, the Türkischer Garten with a mosque, are a few of the many highlights you will see. For those seeking a more active adventure, hike the historic Philosopher's Path along the Neckar River or join a guided bike tour along the Neckar River to the medieval town of Ladenburg. (B/L/D)

Excursions:

  • “Romantic Heidelberg” excursion OR Schwetzingen Palace and Gardens OR Heidelberg Philosopher's Path hike OR Ladenburg bike tour

Strasbourg, the capital city of Alsace, has flavors of both France and Germany which you'll get to discover. Enjoy a panoramic bus tour past the stunning Parc de l'Orangerie, the European Parliament and the Place de la République followed by a walking tour through its iconic “La Petite France” district, which appears to have been lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. You'll also see the Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame with its famous astronomical clock. The active adventurer can join a guided Old Town bike tour, which also takes you through the Parc de l'Orangerie. (B/L/D)

Excursions:

  • “The Gem of the Alsace” tour OR Strasbourg bike tour

Breisach is your gateway to several different excursions, depending on your interests. Step back in time with a visit to the enchanting Alsatian town of Riquewihr, which looks almost the same as it did in the 16th century. On your walking tour, admire historic architecture as well as famous sights, such as the Dolder Gate. Alternatively, you may wish to go to Freiburg, founded in 1120 and home to the Freiburg's Münster, a Gothic cathedral said to have “the most beautiful spire on earth.” You also have the choice to go on a hike in the Black Forest, a magical land full of cultural traditions; or cycle through the scenic countryside. (B/L/D)

Excursions:

  • Riquewihr walking tour OR Freiburg excursion OR Black Forest hike OR Breisach Wine Country bike tour

Disembark the ship and before transferring to Lake Lucerne, go on a highlights tour of Basel, one of Switzerland's most cosmopolitan cities. Then go on a walking tour of Lake Lucerne along its cobblestone streets, spotting the Chapel Bridge, one of the oldest wooden bridges in Europe. Afterwards, check into your hotel and enjoy a leisurely evening. (B)

Excursions:

  • Basel highlights tour
  • Transfer to Lake Lucerne
  • Lake Lucerne Walking Tour

Today, visit the iconic Lion Monument, carved beautifully into rock in memory of the Swiss Guards massacred during the French Revolution. You'll also visit the spectacular medieval walls and towers, dating back to the 13th century. There is a total of nine towers, including one featuring the oldest clock in the city. (B)

Excursions:

  • Lion Monument and the Medieval City Walls

Check out of your hotel and before your transfer via motorcoach to Zurich, enjoy a scenic lake cruise in Lucerne. As part of your included excursion, you will ascend a picturesque mountain on a cable car ride, Mount Rigi, known as the “Queen of the Mountains.” Take in breathtaking views of the city and surrounding landscape below. Once in Zurich, check into your hotel. (B)

Excursions:

  • Scenic Lake Lucerne Cruise and Mount Rigi
  • Scenic Drive to Zurich

Set alongside a glistening lake and framed by the Alps, Switzerland's largest city, Zurich, seamlessly blends its historic past with its progressive future—all of which will be on full display during your city tour. (B)

Excursions:

  • “Little Big City” tour

After breakfast, bid farewell to Switzerland and prepare for your return flight home. (B)

Arrive in Paris and check-in to your hotel.

Enjoy a morning tour of Paris, taking in all its iconic sites, including the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs-Élysées and Place de la Concorde. You'll pass the magnificent Opéra Garnier, the legendary Louvre and, on the Left Bank, the Sorbonne University and the Panthéon. (B)

Excursions:

  • “City of Light” tour

Visit Montmartre, long known as the city's premier artist's enclave. For easy access to Montmartre, you'll hop aboard the funicular railroad that ascends the hill. Montmartre's most recognizable landmark is the Basilica du Sacré-Coeur, the highest point in the city. After your visit to Montmartre, you'll be taken on an illumination tour. (B)

Excursions:

  • Evening Montmartre and illumination tour

Board the ship for your Rhine & Moselle Splendors cruise. (D)

Excursions:

  • TGV high-speed train to Luxembourg
  • “Grand Duchy” city tour

Wasserbillig is your gateway to Trier, Germany's oldest city, often referred to as the second Rome. Be guided to the Roman Imperial Baths, the Porta Nigra and Emperor Constantine's Throne Room. You can also cycle along the Moselle River past Trier's Imperial Baths, Porta Nigra city gate and other historic sites. As a final alternative, enjoy a lovely wine tasting in Luxembourg. (B/L/D)

Excursions:

  • “Rome of the North” tour OR Luxembourg Wine Tasting OR Trier bike tour

History comes to life in Cochem with its half-timbered houses and Reichsburg Castle. Join a guided tour through the castle, and then walk through its Old Town. For those wishing to have a more active exploration of the area, you can go on a guided hike to the castle. Later in the day, sail along the Moselle, taking in the fascinating scenery before arriving in Lahnstein where you'll enjoy an exclusive visit to Burg Lahneck Castle. (B/L/D)

Excursions:

  • Reichsburg Castle and walking tour OR Reichsburg Castle hike OR Cochem bike tour
  • Scenic cruising
  • Exclusive Burg Lahneck Castle visit

Cruise through the captivating UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river, before reaching the winemaking town of Rüdesheim. Drink up the stunning views by soaring high above the vineyards with a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal Statue, and afterwards be treated to a wine tasting. For a more active adventure, hike through the town's beautiful vineyards or join a guided bike tour along the scenic Rhine River to Schloss Johannisberg. Later in the day, let Siegfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet charm you or taste one of the town's special delights, Rüdesheimer coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy, coffee and whipped cream. (B/L/D)

Excursions:

  • Castles along the Rhine scenic cruising
  • Gondola Ride and wine tasting OR Vineyard hike OR Guided Bike Tour of the Rheingau
  • Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum OR Rüdesheimer Coffee

You have a choice of several excursions, depending on your interest. Visit Heidelberg, a perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany's Castle Road. Alternatively, relive a bygone era on an excursion to the glorious Schwetzingen Palace and Gardens. Tour this splendid palace and wander through its gardens with more than 100 sculptures and an assortment of whimsical buildings. The Apollotempel houses a statue of the ancient Greek god of light and the arts, playing the lyre; and the most spectacular, the Türkischer Garten with a mosque, are a few of the many highlights you will see. For those seeking a more active adventure, hike the historic Philosopher's Path along the Neckar River or join a guided bike tour along the Neckar River to the medieval town of Ladenburg. (B/L/D)

Excursions:

  • “Romantic Heidelberg” excursion OR Schwetzingen Palace and Gardens OR Heidelberg Philosopher's Path hike OR Ladenburg bike tour

Strasbourg, the capital city of Alsace, has flavors of both France and Germany which you'll get to discover. Enjoy a panoramic bus tour past the stunning Parc de l'Orangerie, the European Parliament and the Place de la République followed by a walking tour through its iconic “La Petite France” district, which appears to have been lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. You'll also see the Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame with its famous astronomical clock. The active adventurer can join a guided Old Town bike tour, which also takes you through the Parc de l'Orangerie. (B/L/D)

Excursions:

  • “The Gem of the Alsace” tour OR Strasbourg bike tour

Breisach is your gateway to several different excursions, depending on your interests. Step back in time with a visit to the enchanting Alsatian town of Riquewihr, which looks almost the same as it did in the 16th century. On your walking tour, admire historic architecture as well as famous sights, such as the Dolder Gate. Alternatively, you may wish to go to Freiburg, founded in 1120 and home to the Freiburg's Münster, a Gothic cathedral said to have “the most beautiful spire on earth.” You also have the choice to go on a hike in the Black Forest, a magical land full of cultural traditions; or cycle through the scenic countryside. (B/L/D)

Excursions:

  • Riquewihr walking tour OR Freiburg excursion OR Black Forest hike OR Breisach Wine Country bike tour

Disembark the ship and before transferring to Lake Lucerne, go on a highlights tour of Basel, one of Switzerland's most cosmopolitan cities. Then go on a walking tour of Lake Lucerne along its cobblestone streets, spotting the Chapel Bridge, one of the oldest wooden bridges in Europe. Afterwards, check into your hotel and enjoy a leisurely evening. (B)

Excursions:

  • Basel highlights tour
  • Transfer to Lake Lucerne
  • Lake Lucerne Walking Tour

Today, visit the iconic Lion Monument, carved beautifully into rock in memory of the Swiss Guards massacred during the French Revolution. You'll also visit the spectacular medieval walls and towers, dating back to the 13th century. There is a total of nine towers, including one featuring the oldest clock in the city. (B)

Excursions:

  • Lion Monument and the Medieval City Walls

Check out of your hotel and before your transfer via motorcoach to Zurich, enjoy a scenic lake cruise in Lucerne. As part of your included excursion, you will ascend a picturesque mountain on a cable car ride, Mount Rigi, known as the “Queen of the Mountains.” Take in breathtaking views of the city and surrounding landscape below. Once in Zurich, check into your hotel. (B)

Excursions:

  • Scenic Lake Lucerne Cruise and Mount Rigi
  • Scenic Drive to Zurich

Set alongside a glistening lake and framed by the Alps, Switzerland's largest city, Zurich, seamlessly blends its historic past with its progressive future—all of which will be on full display during your city tour. (B)

Excursions:

  • “Little Big City” tour

After breakfast, bid farewell to Switzerland and prepare for your return flight home. (B)

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