Scenic Rhine Highlights

Everyone deserves to experience the magic of Europe’s most romantic region at least once.

You’ll get the opportunity to discover this beautiful land starting in Amsterdam. From here your luxury all-inclusive cruise will take you through beautiful stretches of the Rhine, punctuated by timeless little towns that still exude the romance of days long past. Take in Koblenz, delight in the charm of Cochem, explore Baden-Baden, visit Strasbourg and venture to the Swiss city of Basel.

Scenic Rhine Highlights Itinerary

Day 1: Amsterdam

Fly to Amsterdam from one of up to 16 UK airports. Your journey into wonder begins in this fascinating and compact harbour city. Relax and raise your glass to the days ahead at this evening’s welcome reception.

Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2: Amsterdam

Free Choice: Explore Amsterdam on a guided walking tour, pausing along the way to sample Dutch favourites, or cruise the iconic canals that have made Amsterdam world famous. Amsterdam has over 100 kilometres of canals and today you will see some of the prettiest sights of the city such as elegant merchant’s houses, churches and historic warehouses. Alternatively, if you’re feeling more active, join a guided cycling tour outside of the city, or discover charming Volendam and Edam. The quaint fishing village of Volendam is home to many wooden houses and a beautiful harbour, explore the charm of the village before a short drive to the nearby town of Edam, where you will visit a local cheese farm for a delicious tasting.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Cologne

Free Choice: Enjoy a scenic ride on the oldest cog railway in Germany and discover splendid Drachenburg Castle, or stroll through Cologne and get up close to the filigree twin towers of the famous cathedral. Alternatively, learn the history of one of the city’s most famous namesake, Eau de Cologne on a guided tour. Visit the house of Farina, the world’s oldest fragrance company and discover what makes it so unique and why it was the scent of choice for many of the European royals.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Koblenz

Free Choice: Take a guided tour of Koblenz, straddling two of Europe’s most beautiful rivers. Alternatively, discover Cochem – a true medieval gem resting on the banks of the Moselle River. Cochem will make you feel as if you’re stepping straight into a fairytale and you’ll be able to explore this charming city on a guided tour including a visit to Reichsburg Castle. Alternatively, visit a local winery and sample some of the fine wines of this region. Learn about the wine making process while being surrounded by picture postcard scenery.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Heidelberg > Rastatt

Free Choice: Join a local guide on a historic tour of Heidelberg, where you’ll visit Heidelberg’s Renaissance castle. The castle ruins are among the most important Renaissance structures north of the Alps, or join a guide for an orientation tour of Heidelberg, followed by free time at leisure to explore the sights of this beautiful city as you wish.

Enrich: Enjoy a private evening concert at the Baroque Palace of Rastatt, one of the most magnificent historic venues in the region. It’ll be an evening of grandeur unlike any other and a chance to create memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Baden Baden

Arrive in charming Baden Baden, a spa town famous for its Roman baths.

Free Choice: Join your local guide on a tour of this picturesque town and tour the ruins of the Roman baths that have made this city famous, or take an active hike to Hohenbaden Castle and be rewarded with wonderful views overlooking the town. Alternatively, visit the Mercedes-Benz factory and be transported into the world of this luxury car brand, learning about the history and prestige of the global product (available select departures, will be replaced with Speyer Technical Museum), or relax and rejuvenate during a visit to a thermal spa.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Strasbourg > Kehl

Free Choice: Visit Strasbourg and stroll through the Old Town with its half-timbered houses and distinctive Alsatian winstubs. Alternatively, journey to Mittelbergheim in the Alsace and sample some of the best wines the region has to offer, or join a tour through the Black Forest, stopping along the way for a tasting of Black Forest Cake.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Basel

After a hearty breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Basel Airport for your onward or homebound flight, taking a lifetime of wonderful memories with you. Travel to one of up to 16 UK airports.

Please book your flight to depart out of Basel after 10:00 AM.
Meals included: Breakfast

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.
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All Inclusive 5* River Cruising

• 5-Star Scenic Space-Ships with up to 163 guests
• Spacious Balcony Suites with an innovative Scenic Sun Lounge
• 1 Scenic Enrich experience of an enchanting private evening concert at the Baroque Palace of Rastatt – Exclusive to Scenic
• Personalise your trip with 6 included Scenic Freechoice activities
• Dine at your choice of up to five on board venues, from casual to fine dining
• 20 meals – 7 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L) and 7 dinners (D)
• Complimentary premium on board beverages all day, every day – not just at meal times
• Butler service for every suite throughout your cruise
• Complimentary full mini-bar throughout your cruise
• Innovative Salt Therapy Lounge and fitness area
• Scenic Tailormade App for river commentary and independent exploration
• The freedom of our e-bikes – electrically assisted bicycles
• Scenic Cruise Director to guide and assist & expert local guides
• Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout your cruise
• Return airport transfers
• All tipping and gratuities on board and on shore