Rhine River Castles & 
the Swiss Alps RIVER CRUISES & small ship
10 DAYS FROM $4799* pp dbl

 

Highlights & EXCURSIONS 1 Night Zurich Hotel • 7 Night Cruise - Outside Cabin- Amadeus Aurea • Amsterdam Canal Cruise • Cologne Walking Tour & Beer Tasting • Heidelberg Tour & Heidelberg Castle • Koblenz Walking Tour • Rhine River Gorge • Rüdesheim Visit • Strasbourg City Tour & Canal Cruise • Breisach, Germany • Black Forest Excursion • Lucerne Walking Tour • Extended Port Time in Cologne, Strasbourg & Breisach INCLUDES 21 Meals (8-B, 6-L & 7-D), PWD Tour/Cruise Manager, Hand Selected Wines, Beer & Soft Drinks w/Dinners, Tour Director, Wifi Onboard, Motorcoach Transportation, Sightseeing per Itinerary, Baggage Handling, Hotel & Ship Transfers TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL EASY 1 2 3 4 ACTIVE
Day 1&2 - Depart US - Overnight Flight to Europe - ARRIVE Amsterdam Arrive Amsterdam Airport & Meet your PWD Tour Manager/Representative(s). Board the Amadeus Aurea for 7 Night Cruise - Welcome Dinner Onboard (D) Overnight: Amadeus Aurea or Queen DAY 3: AMSTERDAM SIGHTSEEING - CRUISING Morning - Amsterdam Canal Cruise - Ship Departs. Afternoon - Board Ship in Utrecht - Cruising towards Cologne (B,L,S & D) Overnight: Amadeus Aurea or Queen DAY 4: COLOGNE Morning - Arrive Cologne - Cologne Walking Tour & Kolsch Beer Tasting. Afternoon - Leisure time in Cologne - Evening - Ship departs for Koblenz (B,L,S & D) Overnight: Amadeus Aurea or Queen DAY 5: Koblenz - Rüdesheim Morning - Arrive Koblenz - Koblenz Walking Tour. Midday - Cruising through the Rhine River Gorge, a UNESCO Heritage Site. Late afternoon - Arrive Rüdesheim - Walk into town on own to explore or Optional Rüdesheim Music Cabinet Museum (B,L,S & D) Overnight: Amadeus Aurea or Queen DAY 6: Mannheim - Speyer Morning - Arrive Mannheim - Heidelberg Tour with Heidelberg Castle. Afternoon - Arrive Speyer - Optional Speyer Walking Tour. Evening - Ship departs for Strasbourg, France (B,L,S & D) Overnight: Amadeus Aurea or Queen Day 7 - Strasbourg Morning - Arrive Kehl/Strasbourg - Strasbourg City Tour with Canal Boat Cruise. Afternoon - Strasbourg at leisure or Optional Obernai Village & Alsace Wine Tasting - Ship departs for Breisach (B,L,S & D) Overnight: Amadeus Aurea or Queen Day 8 - breisach - black forest Morning Breisach – Black Forest Excursion - Afternoon at leisure in Breisach. Gala Farewell Dinner Onboard (B,L,S & D) Overnight: Amadeus Aurea or Queen Day 9 - Basel - disembarkation - Lucerne tour - Zurich Morning - Arrive Basel - Disembark Ship & Depart for Lucerne & Swiss Alps. Midday - Lucerne Walking Tour & Leisure time in Lucerne - Travel to Zurich for 1 Night (B) Overnight: Zurich Day 10 - Zurich - flight home Transfer to Zurich Airport - Flight Home or join the Swiss Rail Post Cruise Extension (B) Overnight: Zurich Cruise the legendary Rhine River through a landscape of medieval castles, charming villages, and vineyard-covered hills before experiencing the beauty of the Swiss Alps. Discover iconic cities including Amsterdam, Cologne, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Lucerne while enjoying scenic river cruising, guided sightseeing, and unforgettable cultural experiences aboard the elegant Amadeus Aurea.
Rhine River Castles & the Swiss Alps featuring the Black Forest & 7 Nights aboard the Amadeus Aurea or queen
Booking Discounts Savings* UP TO $400 per couple/$200 per person
2027 Departure Dates

JULY 9

AUGUST 16

Category E

Hayden

Deck

$4799

Category D

Hayden

Deck

$5099

Category C

Strauss

Deck

$5799

Category B

Strauss

Deck

$6099

Category A

Mozart

Deck

$6399

Suite

Mozart

Deck

$7099

Single Room Supplement + Cat D & E – Haydn Deck single supplement +$1900 • Cat C & B - Strauss Deck single supplement +$2300 • Cat A - Mozart Deck single supplement +$2700 Suite • No Triple **Rates are Land only, per person double * Booking Discount Details - Make your Final Payment by check & receive $400 per couple/$200 per person savings on Air Inclusive Bookings. Land Only/Own Air Bookings receive $200 per couple/$100 per person  Call for Roundtrip Air Package Rates and details
ACCOMMODATIONS 7 Nights - MS Amadeus Queen / Aurea (B - Breakfast • L - Lunch • D - Dinner Onboard w/ Regional Wines / S - Snacks Onboard afternoon and/or evening) CITIES & PORTS
Amsterdam, THE NETHERLANDS Amsterdam started as a small fishing village in the late 12th century. Today it is one of the world’s most important ports with one of the largest historic centers in Europe with over 7,500 registered historic buildings & 90 islands linked by 400 bridges. Enjoy an Amsterdam Canal Cruise featuring narration and views of beautiful homes through the intricate canal system. COLOGNE, GERMANY Cologne is Germany’s 4th largest city and located on the Rhine. Enjoy a Cologne Walking Tour & Kolsch Beer Tasting. Stroll the Old Town (Altstadt) and see the massive iconic 13th century Gothic cathedral. Explore the dock side taverns, cafes and shops. KOBLENZ - RHINE RIVER GORGE - Rüdesheim, germany Arrive in Koblenz and enjoy a Koblenz Walking Tour of this charming Rhineland town situated at the confluence of the Rhine & Moselle Rivers. Today your ship cruises through the Rhine River Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the most beautiful stretch of the river with hillsides dotted with fairy-tale castles, historic towns and vineyards. Enjoy a stroll through Rüdesheim and explore the Drosselgasse, a narrow alley lined with wine taverns and restaurants on your own. mannheim - Heidelberg - SPEYER, Germany From Mannheim on the Rhine, travel to enjoy a Heidelberg Tour with the Heidelberg Castle. Visit the red-walled castle with beautiful views of the Neckar Valley. Walk through the historic & romantic Old Town. Later arrive in Speyer, one of Germany’s oldest cities, known for its cathedral and the 13th-century Old Gate. BREISACH - BLACK FOREST EXCURSION, GERMANY Enjoy a scenic drive through the fir forests of Germany’s fabled Black Forest. Stop at Lake Titisee for a scenic lake & village stroll and photos of this famous Black Forest glacial lake. Later arrive at the charming Hofgut Sternen resort complex, famous for Black Forest traditions. During your visit, maybe stroll through the forest, see a cuckoo clock demonstration, watch a glassblower or sample some Black Forest Cake. Strasbourg, France Strasbourg is situated on the Rhine in France’s Alsace region. Enjoy a Strasbourg City Tour with Canal Boat Cruise. Start with a coach trip through the city, then walk through the lovely, historic old town and see the famous cathedral. During a boat cruise discover the famous quarter, “Petite France”. This former mill and tanner district still maintains its medieval charm. See some of Strasbourg’s famous half-timbered houses, and the Council of Europe. LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND Disembark in Basel and travel to Lucerne situated along the banks of Lake Lucerne with the Swiss Alp’s as its backdrop. Enjoy a Lucerne Walking Tour to explore this medieval gem and walk across the iconic 14th century Chapel Bridge. See some of the city’s lovely cobblestone streets, monuments, public squares and colorful frescoed buildings. Enjoy leisure time to grab lunch on your own, shop or stroll along the lake. Later a short drive takes you to Zurich for your overnight stay. Optional 3 Night Swiss Rail Post Cruise Extension 
$1499 pp dbl +$550 single supplement
Optional 3 Night Swiss Rail Post Cruise Extension
Day 10 Zurich - Lausanne Morning - Transfer to Lausanne for a 3-night stay in this scenic city situated on Lake Geneva - Afternoon - Lake Geneva Cruise (B-from Zurich Hotel) Overnight - Lausanne Day 11 Zermatt Excursion – Motorcoach to Tasch - Train to Zermatt Morning - Travel to Tasch - Short Train ride to Zermatt - Zermatt Walking Tour. Afternoon - Free time in Zermatt – Gornergrat Matterhorn on own. Later - Arrive back in Lausanne (B) Overnight - Lausanne Day 12 Golden Pass Train to Gstaad 
Morning – Golden Pass Train to Gstaad. Afternoon - Visit the Castle of Chillon on Lake Geneva - Return to Lausanne (B) Overnight - Lausanne Day 13 Lausanne - Transfer to Geneva Airport - Flight Home (B) Swiss Rail Optional Extension Includes: 3 Nights Hotel in Lausanne, Lake Geneva Cruise, Zermatt Excursion, Golden Pass Train to Gstaad, Castle of Chillon, Tour Manager, 3-Breakfasts, Motorcoach Transportation & Transfers Geneva Airport

Notes: Swiss Rail Extension must be booked at time of deposit.  Due to group air policies outbound air could be a different schedule than the rest of your group for the extension passengers • Swiss Rail extension is based on 20 passenger minimum

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MS AMADEUS QUEEN /AUREA

The Ship - MS Amadeus QUEEN

The innovative 162 passenger Amadeus Queen, launched in 2018, offers all the amenities of a floating 5-star hotel including an indoor pool. This Premium cruise ship features the most modern furnishings that blend masterfully with the architecture of the ship and a luxurious design that is the hallmark of the

Amadeus fleet. The extensive Restaurant and the Panorama Bar offer divine views of the passing riverscapes, and the glass-shielded River Terrace allows you to relax in the open air. The attentive English-speaking onboard service staff will see to your comfort with typical European hospitality. The cabin design plans are forward-thinking, bright & modern, all part of a premium focus with 69 large Staterooms & 12 Suites. The beauty of river cruising is that the most interesting destinations come to you. This Queen charter features English-only onboard commentary with inclusive shore excursions balanced with choice to simply relax onboard, get a spa treatment or add sightseeing with optional  excursions.

 

All Meals Included Onboard

Three meals daily are served graciously in the exquisite restaurant and feature local & international specialties. All dinners are four courses and are served with included regional wines, beer & soft drinks. While dining, you have splendid views of the passing scenic landscapes through the large picture windows. Enjoy afternoon and/or late evening snacks in the lounge based on the daily schedule.

 

Comfortable & Innovative Staterooms

After boarding, unpack once. All staterooms are larger than traditional river cruise cabins & offer excellent river views. The Mozart Deck features 12 Suites with Walk Out Balconies. The other 18 Staterooms on the Mozart Deck & 33 Staterooms on the Strauss Deck feature an innovative Drop-Down Panoramic Window. The 18 Staterooms on the Haydn Deck have a fixed window. All staterooms are fully equipped with comfortable & modern furnishings including flat screen TV & large private bathrooms with shower.

The Ship - MS Amadeus AUREA

Step into the new era of river cruising on the custom designed 158 passenger Amadeus Aurea, launched in 2026.  The ship offers all the amenities of a floating 5-star hotel and features the most modern furnishings that blend masterfully with the architecture of the ship and a luxurious design that is the hallmark of the Amadeus fleet. The extensive Restaurant and the Panorama Bar offer divine views of the passing riverscapes, and the glass-shielded River Terrace & the Sun Deck allow you to enjoy the open air. The attentive English-speaking onboard service staff will see to your comfort with typical European hospitality.  The cabin design plans are forward-thinking, bright & modern, all part of a premium focus with 67 large Staterooms & 12 Suites. The beauty of river cruising is that the most interesting destinations come to you. This charter features English-only onboard commentary with inclusive shore excursions balanced with choice to simply relax onboard, get a spa treatment or add sightseeing with optional excursions. The Aurea features an elevator, Amadeus Club for reading or relaxing, fitness center, massage spa and shop.  The Sun Deck features a small pool, plenty of lounge chairs, a putting green, chessboard & shuffleboard.

 

All Meals Included Onboard

Three meals daily are served graciously in the exquisite restaurant and feature local & international specialties.  All dinners are four courses. Lunch & Dinners are served with included Hand Selected Wines, Beer & Soft drinks. While dining, you have splendid views of the passing scenic landscapes through the large picture windows. Enjoy afternoon and/or late evening snacks in the lounge based on the daily schedule.

 

Comfortable & Innovative Staterooms

After boarding, unpack once. All Staterooms are large and offer excellent river views. The Mozart Deck features 12 Suites with Walk Out Balconies. The other 16 Staterooms on the Mozart Deck & 35 Staterooms on the Strauss Deck feature a panoramic Drop Down Window. The 16 Staterooms on the Haydn Deck have a fixed window. All Staterooms are fully equipped with comfortable & modern furnishings including flat screen TV & large private bathrooms with shower. Onboard voltage is European standard 230V. Staterooms have USB outlets.

SUITE - 284 sq ft
S

The magnificent suites aboard the AMADEUS Nova offer private walk-out balconies and lounge areas—perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or gazing at the starry sky at night.

Each suite includes our AMADEUS Signature Bed (with a choice of double or twin bedding), a luxurious bathroom with a shower and high-quality Rituals® bathing products, walk-in wardrobe, Espresso machine with complimentary selection of coffee, flat-screen TV, cabin safe, bathrobe and slippers, hair dryer, direct dial telephone, individual climate control, and a minibar for your convenience.

Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.

Standard Cabin - 188 sq ft
E D

Spacious bathroom, panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, mini-bar, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.

Standard Cabin - 188 - 172 sq ft
A B C
MS Amadeus AUREA MS Amadeus QUEEN

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