Alsace, France Heidelberg, Germany Heidelberg Castle, Heidelberg, Germany 8-Day The Majestic Rhine Mainz to Basel Departing: April - September 2025 Day 1 Frankfurt – Mainz Welcome to Frankfurt, where you will be greeted at the airport and transferred to your contemporary Emerald Cruises Star-Ship in Mainz. This evening, join your fellow guests for dinner on board. Meals: Dinner Day 2 Rüdesheim Rüdesheim is a charming town that perfectly encapsulates the spirit of Germany. Here, in the home of cuckoo clocks, oompah bands, and Bavarian beer, the Rhineland’s charm is found around every corner. Today, ride the Winzerexpress to Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum for your included excursion. Located in a 15th-century knight’s tower, the vaulted ceilings and painted frescoes are home to exhibits of rare music boxes. Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Day 3 Koblenz The ancient city of Koblenz is the gateway to the Rhine Gorge. Once a Roman stronghold, today, the area is full of postcard-worthy parks and flowers. Explore the picturesque surroundings during an included guided tour of the city, including the German Corner, where the Moselle meets the Rhine. Absorb the panoramic views of the confluence during a cable car ride across the water to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Rhine Valley. Later, sail through the Rhine Gorge and soak in the breathtaking vistas along the way. Bike tour in Koblenz Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Day 4 Ludwigshafen – Heidelberg German Romanticism often depicts idealistic cityscapes and fairytale-like scenes, full of Baroque buildings and charming narrow streets. It’s easy to see why so many of the most notable poets and composers of the era lost themselves to the beauty of Heidelberg. Your included guided tour of the historic university town will start in the grounds of Heidelberg Castle, once a royal residence. Visit some of the town’s main highlights or, alternatively, hike from Mount Königstuhl to Heidelberg for awe-inspiring panoramas. Hike from Mount Königstuhl to Heidelberg Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Day 5 Rastatt – Baden-Baden This morning, you’ll be transferred from your StarShip docked in Rastatt to the charming spa town of Baden-Baden, frequented by celebrities and royalty for centuries. If you’re feeling active, you can embark on a guided hike to Altes Schloss, a fascinating castle ruin full of hidden dungeons and winding staircases. Enjoy panoramic views of the Black Forest and the Rhine Valley as you trace the footsteps of former residents. CLICK HERE for further details 48
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