Jewels of the Rhine
Anywhere But Here Travel had put together group pricing on the Emerald Waterways Jewels of the Rhine October 13, 2020 sailing! This offer is now past but we can still try to find a new group pricing offer. Maybe it is just two people traveling or you like to travel with friends? Make sure to check with us before booking online.
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8 day itinerary | Amsterdam to Basel
Explore modern and quintessential Holland on a glass-top canal boat cruise, before sailing the countryside witnessing windmills and tulip fields. Enjoy a guided walking tour of modern Cologne and the juxtaposition of ancient Koblenz, continuing upstream to Heidelberg for a wine-tasting. Soak up Strasbourg’s beautiful architecture on a guided tour and, in Breisach, attend a Black Forest gateau presentation with tasting, and visit a typical Black Forest village.
Exceptional EmeraldVALUE
- 7 Nights in a suite or stateroom of your choice.
- 20 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners including a Welcome and Farewell Reception & Dinner.
- Complimentary wine, beer & soft drinks to accompany lunch & dinner on-board.
- Complimentary tea & coffee on-board.
- Complimentary bottled water in your suite or stateroom, restocked daily.
- 5 Shore excursions, including visits to 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- 3 EmeraldPLUS activities including a Black Forest Cake Demonstration.
- 3 EmeraldACTIVE activities.
- A variety of on-board evening entertainment.
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on-board.
- Complimentary on-board bicycles.
- First-class service from English-speaking crew and knowledgeable local guides.
- Earn EmeraldEXPLORER points.
- All port charges and airport transfers to and from your ship.
- All gratuities included, saving you up to $315 per couple.
DAY 1: ARRIVE AMSTERDAM
Welcome to Amsterdam, a fascinating 700-year-old city of picturesque canals, world-class museums, theaters and cafés. You will be met and driven from the airport to board your Emerald Waterways Star-Ship, where you will be welcomed by your captain and crew. Your cruise director will also conduct a port talk to review the activities and itinerary for the days ahead.
Meals: Dinner
DAY 2: AMSTERDAM
This morning you can decide to either enjoy a glass top canal boat tour through Amsterdam’s canal or a guided bike tour. Return to the ship for your first day sailing through the Dutch countryside passing windmills and sailing through locks towards the Rhine River. Tonight, the captain will be delighted to host a gala dinner.
Inclusions:
- EmeraldACTIVE – A guided bike tour
- Excursion: A canal cruise
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 3: COLOGNE
Cruise along the Rhine to Cologne, founded by the Romans, the city is one of Germany’s oldest and is famous for its magnificent UNESCO World Heritage-listed Gothic Cathedral. After lunch on-board, join your local guide for an included tour of the Old Town, with free time for exploring. Cologne is one of Germany’s largest and most modern cities, largely due to a rebuilding plan post WWII. It has many different museums and galleries which you can explore independently.
Inclusions:
- Excursion: A guided walking tour of the city center
Optional: DiscoverMORE – Cologne football arena visit
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 4: KOBLENZ
Cruise to the 2000-year-old town of Koblenz, which is situated at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Enjoy a tour and visit the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress on the opposite side of the river. This fortress was part of the Prussian defenses against the French in the 19th century and later used as a headquarters for the American military during WWII.
In the afternoon, sail through the spectacular Rhine Gorge, passing countless castles and vineyards as well as the infamous Lorelei statue and Pfalzgrafenstein Castle, which was built on an island in the middle of the river as a medieval toll station. Countless vineyards and medieval castles line the shores of this section of the river, with photo opportunities at every bend.
Inclusions:
- Excursion: Tour of Koblenz and visit to the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
Optional: DiscoverMORE – Moselle & Cochem Castle visit then a evening bar crawl.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 5: MANNHEIM – HEIDELBERG
Continue upstream to the town of Mannheim, located in the southwest of Germany, at the confluence of the Rhine and Neckar rivers. Here, you will visit the medieval town of Heidelberg, for an included guided tour.
Famous for capturing the hearts of international tourists, it has much to offer, with charm and character in abundance. One of its main attractions is the castle, perched on Mount Kõnigstuhl, as well as the Old Bridge. Learn about the intriguing past of the 700-year-old fortress as you peruse its grounds in the company of your magnificent tour guide.Enjoy some free time there before returning to your Star-Ship for lunch and an afternoon of sailing.
Inclusions:
- EmeraldPLUS – Wine tasting in Heidelberg
- EmeraldACTIVE – Hike to Heidelberg Hill
- Excursion: A guided tour of Heidelberg
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 6: KEHL – STRASBOURG
Once docked in Kehl you will be transferred by coach across the river to Strasbourg, the capital city of the Alsace Region in northeastern France. It’s also the formal seat of the European Parliament, sitting near the German border. Culture and architecture boast a blend of German and French influences, including the Gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame with sweeping views of the Rhine from its 142m high spire. Your included guided walking tour will incorporate the Grande Île, the historic city center and UNESCO World Heritage-listed site known for its medieval black and white timber-framed and Baroque sandstone buildings, old tanning houses, canals and river locks. Your afternoon is free to continue exploring Strasbourg.
Inclusions:
- EmeraldPLUS – A guided tour of Strasbourg
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 7: BREISACH
Today, you will visit a typical Black Forest village, full of charm, many cuckoo clocks and other German specialties. Alternatively, take part in a guided hike through some of the Black Forest trails.
Inclusions:
- EmeraldPLUS – A Black Forest Gateau assembling presentation and tasting
- EmeraldACTIVE – A guided hike through some of the Black Forest trails
- Excursion: A visit to a typical Black Forest Village
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
DAY 8: DEPART BASEL
Welcome to Switzerland and the Rhine–side town of Basel, the center for Switzerland’s pharmaceutical industry. After breakfast, it is time to say farewell to your fellow passengers and disembark the ship for your transfer to the airport.
Meals: Breakfast
Pricing for the Jewels of the Rhine Cruise
Pricing is for our specific date of Oct 10, 2020. All prices below are based on double occupancy and include the $1000 per person or $500 per person (based on cabin type) group discount. Price will be adjusted if you choose to take the $395 per person airfare offer instead. This list is just a few of the stateroom options available. Pricing based on double occupancy.
- Stateroom (E) – $2,495.00 per person
- Stateroom (D) – $2,595.00 per person
- Single Stateroom (ES) – $3,095.00 per person
- Panorama Balcony Suite (C) – $2,695.00 per person
- Panorama Balcony Suite (B) – $3,045.00 per person
- Panorama Balcony Suite (A) – $3,245.00 per person
- Grand Balcony Suite (S) – $3,645.00 per person
- Owner’s One Bedroom Suite (SA) – $4,445.00 per person
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Please note that this travel package can be customized with pre- and post-cruise options so please contact us to discuss your options! Emerald has several pre- and post-cruise options however, they do sell out quickly so make sure to reserve your space today. To expedite the booking process, please fill out our client paperwork and credit card form online.
Terms and conditions: A non-refundable initial deposit of $500 per person is required at the time of booking, with full payment required 90 days prior to departure. For the airfare promotion, a secondary non-refundable deposit of $1500 per person is due prior to air ticketing. Emerald Waterways reserves the right to ticket the airfare upon receipt of deposit. Maximum value of air ticket is $1400 per person inclusive of all taxes & fees. Fly from 25 major U.S. cities, call for a list of available gateway cities. Economy Air only on Emerald Waterways’ choice of airlines and routes. This offer is not combinable with any other offer. Offer available to residents of the 50 United States only. Offer may be extended, canceled or withdrawn at any time without notice. Visit emeraldwaterways.com for complete terms and conditions.