Join us for this Amazing River Cruise
July 11-18, 2026

Days 1 & 2 Amsterdam
Day 1 - Upon arrival in Amsterdam, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your innovative Emerald Cruises Star-Ship, where your friendly captain and crew will be waiting for your arrival.
Meal: Dinner

Day 2 - Every narrow street and gabled facade in Amsterdam tells tales of the Dutch Golden Age, a prosperous time when Dutch art was among the most acclaimed in the world.Today, relax during a glass top canal boat tour through Amsterdam's elaborate UNESCO World Heritage-listed canal system, sailing through the medieval center of the city and past Roman patrician houses. Alternatively, embark on a guided bike tour to Waterland, passing
quintessential villages, traditional windmills and flower fields.
Enjoy sailing through the countryside and on towards the Rhine River this afternoon, perhaps enjoying a drink on the Sun Deck and watching the passing scenery before joining your captain
for a gala dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 Cologne
Cologne is one of the oldest cities in Germany. Step back in time today, as a guided walking tour takes you through the ancient heart of the city, passing iconic landmarks such as Cologne
Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage- listed site. After your tour, you will be taken to a one-of-a-kind farm estate just outside of Cologne, which provides the locals with sustainable products.
As part of your Emerald PLUS program, enjoy a fantastic cooking demo and have a glimpse behind the scenes of this incredible place.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 Koblenz
Immerse yourself in fairytale-l ike surroundings today as we cruise to Koblenz, a town with a postcard-worthy backdrop of vineyards and mountain ranges. Your included walking tour of the town will unveil the twin-towered facade of the Church of Our Lady, the point at which two of Europe's great rivers meet at the German
Corner and Ehrenbreitstein Fort ress, one of the largest preserved fortresses in Europe. Enjoy sailing through the UNESCO World
Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge this afternoon, where romantic castles sit atop tree-covered canyons and half-timbered medieval villages appear as though they have been suspended in time.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 Ludwigshafen - Heidelberg
This morning you will discover Heidelberg. The idyllic UNESCO City of Literature has inspired the likes of Mark Twain and famed
British artist William Turner. A guided tour of the town will unveil its rich history, starting at the Renaissance ruins of Heidelberg Castle, where the carefully curated gardens host serene water features, sculptures and colorful flowerbeds .

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 Kehl - Strasbourg
This morning, you'll dock in Kehl and be transferred by coach to the picturesque town of Strasbourg, where a medieval past is yours to discover among cobbled squares surrounded by half-timbered houses. Your included walking tour of the UNESCO World
Heritage-listed old town will touch on many of Strasbourg's highlights, including the astrological signs that adorn the facade of the Maison Kammerzell and the idyllic historic scenery around Petite France. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore Strasbourg at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 Breisach - Freiburg
Today as part of your incredible Emerald PLUS program. you will visit the city of Freiburg. Considered the 'capital of the Black Forest', Freiburg has lovely sights that will leave you amazed. As part of your visit, you will also have the opportunity to sample true Black Forest delicacies from the lively market in the city center near the main cathedral. If you are feeling more active, why not join a guided bike tour in Breisach.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 Basel - Zurich
After breakfast, it's time to say farewell to your fellow guests and disembark the ship for your transfer to the airport, taking memories of traditional cuckoo clocks and the Black Forest
with you.

Add the Glacier Express Extension at the end of your cruise. $1765 per person

Day 8 Basel - Zermatt
Welcome to Switzerland and the quaint Rhine-side town of Basel. After breakfast, you will be transferred by coach to mountain resort village of Zermatt, including a two-night stay.

Inclusions: Breakfast

Day 9  Zermatt
Zermatt lies at the foot of the Matterhorn, which could be described of one of the world's most famous mountains. This picturesque village entrenched on the Swiss Alps is also a sustainable destination for being car-free zone, and for having its original character preserved. Enjoy a guided walking tour in this elegant village. In the afternoon, enjoy free time or take part on the DiscoverMORE tour cog rail journey from Zermatt to the 3089-metre-high Gornergrat mountain summit.

Included Excursion
Guided tour of Zermatt

DiscoverMORE
Visit to Gornergrat Matterhorn (extra expense)

Inclusions: Breakfast

Day 10  Zermatt - Zurich
This morning, you will experience the highlight of this tour, which is the rail journey through the Swiss Alps, know as the Glacier Express. Sit back and relax while contemplating at the amazing views of the Alps. When you arrive at the station, you will be taken by coach to Zurich for your overnight stay.

Inclusions: Breakfast

Day 11  Zurich
After breakfast, it is time to bid farewell to your fellow guests and transfer to the airport, taking with you cherished memories of the Rhine and Swiss mountain landscapes.

This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information.

Inclusions: Breakfast