Day 1 BREISACH
Selected early morning coach pick-up and journey to
Dover/Folkestone for the 7.00am ferry/Eurotunnel
crossing to Calais. Alternatively, we offer
overnight hotel accommodation close to port for those who would prefer. Our coach then
continues to Germany where you will join
MS Britannia in Breisach. After an included
three-course evening meal on board, we remain
berthed here overnight.
Those taking the air option will fly direct from the
UK and transfer to the vessel.
*Passengers taking the overnight crossing from
the north of England or Scotland, will depart the
previous day and join the vessel on day 1 for dinner.
Day 2 BREISACH, BASLE
After breakfast, we cruise to Basle, the cultural heart
of Switzerland. This attractive university town has a
unique location on the borders of three countries:
France, Germany and Switzerland, and these
influences are reflected by contrasting architectural
styles and a range of fascinating museums, and the
terrific cuisine, wines and beers.
After lunch on board, we offer an included
orientation tour of Basle, followed by time at leisure.
Be sure to explore the perfectly preserved old town
where you’ll discover the impressive Cathedral,
historic Town Hall and traditional market place.
After your evening meal on board, perhaps explore
the town by night and enjoy a drink at one of the
many fashionable bars here.
Day 3 BASLE
Today, you will have a full day at leisure in Basle,
but we’re sure you’ll want to take advantage of our
unmissable optional grand Switzerland tour, taking
you on a breathtaking tour of the Bernese Oberland,
one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in
Europe. You’ll travel through picturesque alpine
scenery, over the Brünig Pass and along Lake Brienz,
to the world-famous resort of Interlaken. In the
afternoon, visit the world-renowned glacier village of
Grindelwald, where there will be the opportunity to
take a ride by chair lift for unparalleled views.
There will also be a visit to the beautiful Lake of the
Four Forest Cantons, Lake Lucerne, famed for stylish
shops and historic buildings.
Day 4 BASLE, BREISACH
After breakfast, our vessel will be cruising from
Switzerland to Germany, calling at Breisach on
the very edge of the Black Forest. No visit to this
enchanting region would be complete without
joining our fascinating optional Black Forest
panorama tour.
From Breisach this unmissable tour will take you past
the Feldberg, the highest point in the Forest, to a
clock factory which houses one of the largest cuckoo
clocks in the world. You will also experience the
best of the Black Forest scenery, taking in enchanting
wooded valleys full of traditional houses and farms.
Day 5 BREISACH, STRASBOURG
This morning we cruise to the French city of
Strasbourg for an included orientation tour and time
at leisure. This fascinating city is rich with historic
monuments, museums and architecture, with
highlights including the magnificent cathedral and
Petite France, Strasbourg’s remarkable old town.
Day 6 STRASBOUTG, SPEYER
Depart Strasbourg and sail to the lovely town of
Speyer, renowned for its medieval cathedral. From
here you can join an optional excursion to the
University city of Heidelberg.
Famed for its pink sandstone castle, this lovely city is
regarded as one of the most beautiful in Germany.
Its picturesque setting surrounded by mountains,
forest and vineyards has long been an inspiration to
famous artists.
Day 7 SPEYER, RÜDESHEIM
Cruise downstream to the delightful Rhine wine
village of Rüdesheim. After dinner, round off a great
day by joining our optional wine tasting & Siegfried’s
Mechanical Musik Kabinett excursion.
You’ll be transferred by land train to an excellent
wine cellar in Rüdesheim in order to sample the
local product, followed by a visit to Siegfried’s
Musik Kabinett where you can see the remarkable
collection of mechanical instruments.
Day 8 RÜDESHEIM, KOBLENZ
This morning, as you are enjoying breakfast, we will
be making our way down the mighty Rhine to the
fascinating medieval town of Koblenz.
From here, join our optional excursion to Cochem
& the magical Moselle Valley, one of the highlights
being a visit to the delightful township of Cochem,
famed for its unique position beneath the Reichsburg
Castle and bustling market place. This excursion also
includes an enchanting journey through breathtaking
scenery, taking in delightful locations such as Beilstein,
a medieval town with crooked passages and
charming buildings.
Day 9 KOBLENZ
After breakfast we must bid farewell and journey to
Calais for the 5.30pm crossing to Dover/Folkestone.
From here you will be returned to your original pickup
point.
Those taking the air option will transfer directly to
the airport for the return flight to the UK.
*Passengers returning on the overnight crossing to
the north of England or Scotland, will transfer to the
departure port and arrive in the UK the next day.
Alternative Itinerary
On alternate dates the holiday itinerary operates in
reverse, as follows:
Day 1: UK, Andernach
Day 2: Andernach, Koblenz
Day 3: Koblenz, Rüdesheim
Day 4: Rüdesheim, Mannheim, Speyer
Day 5: Speyer, Rastatt, Strasbourg
Day 6: Strasbourg, Breisach
Day 7: Breisach, Basle
Day 8: Basle, Breisach
Day 9: Breisach, UK
The excursions available at each destination are
exactly the same as those featured in the standard
holiday itinerary. Your actual itinerary will be
confirmed with your final travel documents.
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