Rhine Highlights (Amsterdam- Basel)

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Operator: | Scenic |
Destination: | Europe, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland |
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Starting out with a flourish in Amsterdam, and ending in Basel this is an itinerary that takes in the sweeping splendours of Europe. Itinerary:Day 1- AmsterdamYour journey into wonder begins in this fascinating and compact harbour city. Relax and raise your glass to the days ahead at this evenings welcome reception. Meals Included:Dinner Day 2- AmsterdamExplore Amsterdam on a guided walking tour pausing along the way to sample the Dutch favourite, herring. Or cruise the iconic canals that have made Amsterdam world famous. Alternatively, if youre feeling more active, join a guided cycling tour or, discover charming Volendam, with its unusual raised homes and quaint wooden church, before heading to the equally charming village of Edam. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 3- CologneEnjoy a scenic ride on the oldest cog railway in Germany and discover splendid Drachenburg Castle, or stroll through Cologne and get up close to the filigree twin towers of the famous cathedral. Alternatively, stay on board for a beer tasting, or learn the history of one of the citys most famous namesake, Eau de Cologne on a guided tour. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 4- KoblenzTake a guided tour of Koblenz, straddling two of Europes most beautiful rivers. Alternatively, discover Cochem a true medieval gem resting on the banks of the Moselle River. Cochem will make you feel as if youre stepping straight into a fairytale and youll be able to explore this charming city on a guided tour including a visit to Reichsburg Castle. Alternatively, visit a local winery and sample some of the fine wines of this region or take a guided cycling tour. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 5- MannheimJoin a local guide on a historic tour of Heidelberg, where youll visit Heidelbergs Renaissance castle. The castle ruins are among the most important Renaissance structures north of the Alps. Or join a guide for an orientation tour of Heidelberg, followed by leisure time. Enrich Enjoy a private evening concert at a fine Baroque palace. Itll be an evening of grandeur unlike any other and a chance to create memories youll cherish for a lifetime. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 6- Baden BadenArrive in charming Baden Baden, a spa town famous for its Roman baths. Join your local guide on a tour of this picturesque town and tour the ruins of the Roman baths that have made this city famous or take an active hike to Hohenbaden Castle. Alternatively, visit the Mercedes-Benz factory. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 7- StrasbourgVisit Strasbourg, discover La Petite France and stroll through the Old Town with its half-timbered houses and distinctive Alsatian winstubs. Alternatively, journey to Mittelbergheim in the Alsace and sample some of the best wines the region has to offer. Or explore the Black Forest region during a visit to the Vogtsbauernhof Open Air Museum. Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 8- BaselAfter a hearty breakfast, youll be transferred to Basel Airport for your onward or homebound flight.Please schedule flights to depart after 10am in Basel. Meals Included:Breakfast |