Radiant Rhine

Welcome to Amsterdam! Make your own way to the port, where you will check in for your cruise and settle into your cabin. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner and a musical evening in the lounge.


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Enjoy breakfast and start your day in Amsterdam. Golden Age canals lined by tilting gabled buildings are the backdrop for Amsterdams treasure-packed museums, vintage shops, and hyper-creative design and cuisine scenes. Spend the day exploring the canal-woven core or admire art at a local museum such as the Van Gogh Museum, home to the largest collection of art by Vincent van Gogh. After a full day of exploration, enjoy a welcome dinner, accompanied by a musical evening in the lounge.


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Optional: Amsterdam Walking Tour

Amsterdam is a breathtaking city with plenty of attractions to offer and more than enough to keep you entertained. Get your bearings on this city tour of Amsterdam, perfect for first-time visitors. Discover Amsterdam as our expert guide will show you everything you will want to see at this popular European destination. With thousands of monuments and historic buildings, Amsterdam is home to the largest historical city center in Europe. The city is distinguished by its three rings of canals lined by elaborately decorated merchants' residences and warehouses built in the 17th century, the Dutch Golden Age. When the canals were built, 90 islands were created, connected by hundreds of enchanting bridges.

Today in the morning enjoy your breakfast and start your day in Nijmegen, a picturesque city in the Netherlands, you can experience a delightful day filled with history and culture. Begin your journey by visiting the iconic Valkhof Park, where you can explore the ancient ruins of a Roman military camp while enjoying panoramic views of the Waal River. Next, make your way to the charming historic center, where you'll discover the stunning Stevenskerk (St. Steven's Church), a Gothic masterpiece that dates to the 13th century. Take a stroll along the bustling streets and indulge in some Dutch delicacies at local cafes.



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You will visit Arnhem, a city in the eastern Netherlands, known for its rich history, vibrant culture and scenic landscapes. Famous for the Battle of Arnhem during World War II, it offers attractions like the Open-Air Museum, Burgers Zoo and the picturesque Sonsbeek Park, blending history with natural beauty.


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Enjoy your breakfast onboard as you reach Cologne, The fourth-largest city in Germany. Cologne offers plenty of attractions to support its high tourism activity. An unmissable sight to see is the famous cathedral, whose twin spires dominate the city skyline. It is also a great city for museum lovers — particularly when it comes to art. Cologne offers something in store for everyone, including cuisine experiences, sports attractions, and pieces of Roman history. Once you board the cruise in the evening, enjoy a musical and quiz in the lounge as you sail into the night.


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Optional: Cologne Walking Tour

With a history of almost 2000 years, Cologne (Köln) is one of the largest and oldest metropolitan cities in Germany. You will be awestruck by the majestic cathedral, the Cologne Dom, one of the largest in Europe and the most significant landmark of Cologne. The physical appearance of modern Cologne belies its ancient heritage. Allied bombing during World War II destroyed some 90 percent of the town; therefore, much of what you see was rebuilt in the 1950s and 1960s. Our expert guide will give you a tour of the city and share insights into the history of Colognes rich past dating to the first century B.C. when the Romans founded Colonia Agrippensis.

Today in the morning, you will arrive in one of the most beautiful and oldest cities in Germany: Koblenz. The city is in the world-famous \"German Bend\". The spectacular landscape of four central massifs, vineyards and forests surrounds this town, which has been in existence for more than 2,000 years. In the early afternoon, you will drop anchor in Rüdesheim, one of the most visited towns in the country. Historical monuments such as the Klunkhardshof, the fortified Adler Tower, the thousand-year-old Brömser Castle or the ruins of Ehrenfels Castle invite you to spend some time here. Afternoon at leisure.


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This morning enjoy your breakfast as you arrive in Mannheim. This city sits on the Rhine and Neckar Rivers, with a historical 18th century, baroque Palace which houses exhibits, and the University of Mannheim. At the centre of this beautiful city, you will find shopping streets and a Romanesque water tower surrounded by magnificent gardens.


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Optional: Heidelberg Castle Tour

Heidelberg is a pedestrian-friendly city — especially in the Altstadt, or Old Town, where your explorations are likely to begin. Most sights are within a block or two of the Hauptstrasse or Main Street, which runs with an occasional name change; from the department stores of the Bismarkplatz to the Karlstor at the eastern end of town. The churches, especially the Gothic Heiliggeistkirche on the Marktplatz (with its built-in market stalls), the Jesuitkirche, and the Peterskirche (Heidelberg's second-oldest church, dating back to 1316) are just gorgeous. Schloss Heidelberg deserves a visit: It is on a hill behind the Altstadt, which you can reach by foot (via winding streets or paths). You can also take the Heidelberger Bergbahn Railway, which runs to the castle and up to the Königstuhl, offering long-distance views, a falconry center, a children's fairy-tale park, and other attractions.

Wake up this morning aboard your riverboat, docked outside the historic city of Strasbourg, France, surrounded by the hills of southern Alsace. Renowned for its fairy-tale charm — and as the “Crossroads of Europe” home to the European Union — Strasbourg is the cultural capital of the French region of Alsace. You can return to the riverboat for lunch or stay in Strasbourg and spend the afternoon exploring as you please. Among the treasures, you will see the medieval canals, watchtowers, and half-timbered houses of La Petite France. Discover a UNESCO World Heritage Site; stately city residences; the modern buildings of the European Parliament, and the 11th-century Gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Strasbourg.


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Optional: Strasbourg Bus and Walking Tour

Strasbourg is considered the daughter of the Rhine River. The city is famous for its rich history, cathedrals, architecture, and gastronomy. With this walking tour, you will discover fascinating historical sights.  Petite France is an area on the Grand Île, nicknamed the Venice of the North due to its narrow streets and canals. This is a delightful area to visit which will take you back to Medieval Strasbourg. One destination that should be on your “must-see” list is the Place Gutenberg, which lies in the center of medieval Strasbourg, not far from the Cathedral. This large square is a favorite for locals and tourists alike as it has a lot of excellent cafes and restaurants to offer.

After you have enjoyed breakfast on board, you will have until 9:00 AM to disembark the river cruise in Mainz. Make your own way to the airport for your flight back home.