This cruise picks passengers up in Amsterdam in Holland and takes them through Cologne and Heidelberg in Germany, Strasbourg in France and finally Basel in Switzerland. The eight-day cruise stops in each city and a tour guide takes visitors around the main attractions. Travelers have the chance to visit historical castles in Koblenz, the Gothic cathedral in Cologne, the city of Worms, Heidelberg's castle and the city center of Strasbourg, a UNESCO world heritage site. Meals and drinks on board the cruise ship are included, as well as evening entertainment and complimentary use of bicycles.
Europe River Cruises
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For passengers who enjoy wandering around castles, this cruise is ideal. Over the course of one or two days travelers get to see six different castles. The cruise departs from the quaint town of Boppard, famed for its Christmas market, and takes visitors past the enemy castles of Sterrenberg and Liebenstein as well as the Rheinfels Fortress, among others. Passengers may stop off in Oberwesel, a town with a long wine-making history; wine tastings and a climb up the town wall are possible.
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Couples might enjoy this cruise which starts off in Strasbourg and includes a cocktail evening and dinner on the first night. Passengers see many historical towns on the journey as well as having free time with which to explore. Once the ship arrives in Koblenz, passengers can visit the area's castles and vineyards. Meals on board are included.
Euroriver Cruises
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The Lorelei Rock is popular for passengers traveling along the Rhine. The rock itself is steeped in history and the cruise also travels past castles, fortresses and vineyards. Live music and dancing take place on board the ship each night; the cruise also runs on New Year's Eve.
Bingen Ruedesheimer
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