Tuesday, August 18 - BASEL, SWITZERLAND (EMBARKATION)
Embark your ship in Basel for your Swiss Alps & Rhine Castles Cruise.
(Dinner Included)
Wednesday, August 19 - BASEL, SWITZERLAND
"City of Art" tour
OR Three countries bike tour
OR Full-Day Lake Lucerne Excursion
Swiss wine tasting
OR Swiss Castle excursion
OR Castle hike
Enjoy getting to know Basel, Switzerland's third-largest city. Long an important university, banking and trade center, Basel's glorious past is still evident in its medieval town hall, richly decorated market square, and exquisite 18th-century patrician homes. Tour the city on foot or on a guided bike tour that takes you through three countries: Switzerland, France, and Germany. Alternatively, go on a full-day excursion to Lucerne to explore its medieval towers. In the afternoon, for guests who have not chosen the full-day Lucerne excursion, visit a local winery to sample Swiss wines, tour Wildegg Castle, a fortress built by the Habsburgs in the early 13th century that features a 3,300 square meter garden, or embark on an exhilarating hike to the castle.
(Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included)
Thursday, August 20 - STRASBOURG, FRANCE
"The Gem of Alsace" tour
OR Strasbourg bike tour
Strasbourg offers a unique blend of French and German flavors due to its border location. Enjoy walking through the iconic "La Petite France" district, lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. Wander through charming streets past the Cathedrale de Notre Dame with its famous astronomical clock. Alternatively, take a guided bike ride through the city and Parc de l'Orangerie.
(Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included)
Friday, August 21 - LUDEWIGSHAFEN - RUDESHEIM, GERMANY
Ludewigshafen
"Romantic Heidelberg" excursion
OR "Secrets of Speyer" tour
OR Heidelberg Philosopher's Path hike
OR Ladenburg bike tour
Rudesheim
Sigfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet
OR Rudesheimer Coffee
Ludwigshafen is your gateway to a choice of four excursions. Visit Heidelberg, the perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany's Castle Road. Discover the iconic red sandstone Heidelburge Castle and Great Vat, an 18th-century, 49,000-gallon wine cask. For a more active adventure while in Heidelberg, join a guided hike up the Philosopher's Path, aptly named during the Romantic Period, and enjoy panoramic views of the city. Alternatively, you can visit one of Germany's oldest cities, Speyer, known for the largest Romanesque cathedral in Europe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the medieval Old Gate, Altportel. Or pedal along the river Neckar to the picturesque medieval city center of Ladenburg and enjoy some free time to explore the shops. Later in the day, cruise to the charming village of Rudesheim and let Siegfred's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet charm you with its remarkable collection of self-playing musical instruments; or taste one of the town's special delights, Rudesheimer coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy, coffee, and whipped cream.
(Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included)
Saturday, August 22 - RUDESHEIM, GERMANY - RHINE GORGE - LAHNSTEIN
Rudesheim
Gondola ride and wine tasting
OR Vineyard hike
OR Guided bike tour of the Rheingau
OR Ladenburg bike tour
Rhine Gorge
Castles along the Rhine scenic cruising
Lahnstein
Exclusive Burg Lahneck Castle tour
Join a wine tasting to discover the flavors of the town's iconic vineyards and drink up the stunning views by soaring high above the vineyards with a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal. For a more active adventure, hike through the town's beautiful vineyards or join a guided bike tour along the scenic Rhine River. Later in the day, cruise through the captivating UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river, before reaching Lahnstein, where you will enjoy a unique evening visit at Lahneck Castle.
(Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included)
Sunday, August 23 - COLOGNE, GERMANY
Cologne walking tour
OR Cologne bike tour
Enjoy cruising to Cologne, then join a guided tour through the enchanting Old Town, where you will see sites such as the Cologne Rathaus, Germany's oldest town hall; the Fischmarkt, which dates back to the 12th century, and the Great St. Martin Church. End your city tour with a visit to a local tavern to taste its famous Kolsch beer. Active guests will want to join a guided bike ride along the Rhine and through the historic Stadtgarten.
(Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included)
Monday, August 24 - AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS (Overnight)
Canal cruise tour
A Taste of Amsterdam**
There are 165 canals in Amsterdam, and you'll get to enjoy some of them on your canal cruise. Alternatively, get a taste of local flavor, passing iconic canals, gabled houses, narrow bridges, and houseboats while tasting Dutch specialties at one of Amsterdam's grand cafes.
(Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Included)
**May be replaced with an alternative tour based on docking location.
Tuesday, August 25 - AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS - LONDON, ENGLAND
DISEMBARKATION
Eurostar train through the 'Chunnel' to London (Included)
Bid Farewell to Amsterdam and prepare for your Eurostar Train ride through the 'Chunnel' to London.
The Channel Tunnel, often called 'Chunnel' for short, is an undersea tunnel linking southern England to northern France.
(Breakfast on ship and Eurostar Train Included)
Wednesday, August 26 - LONDON, ENGLAND (Overnight)
Thursday, August 27 - LONDON, ENGLAND (Overnight)
Hop-On/Hop-Off Bus
Discover the heart of London with our seamless hop-on/hop-off ticket experience, where history meets convenience at every turn. Imagine gliding past iconic landmarks like Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, and the historic Houses of Parliament, with expert, multilingual commentary that brings each site to life. These flexible tickets grant you the freedom to explore at your own pace, hopping off to dive deeper into attractions that spark your curiosity, then effortlessly hopping back on to continue your city-wide journey
Friday, August 28 - FLIGHT FROM LONDON TO DUBLIN, IRELAND (Overnight)
Flight to Dublin is included
Arrive in Dublin for a 3-night stay at the Sandymount Hotel with the evening on your own.
Saturday, August 29 - TCU VS. UNC FOOTBALL GAME IN DUBLIN (Overnight)
GAME DAY! 🏈
Enjoy your day in Dublin and have an unforgettable game day. Stay at the Sandymount Hotel this evening.
Sunday, August 30 - DUBLIN, IRELAND
Hop-On/Hop-Off
Starting your day with a hearty Irish breakfast - that's on us - delve into the enchanting city of Dublin with your included Hop-on, Hop-off sightseeing pass. Explore at your own pace, getting on and off wherever you please, as the bus loops continuously around the city. Stops span from the iconic Guinness Storehouse to the spiritual St. Patrick's Cathedral, the lively Temple Bar, historic Dublin Castle, the fascinating Irish Whiskey Museum, and many more.
Monday, August 31 - FLY HOME FROM DUBLIN, IRELAND
