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Rhine Cruise to Switzerland with Glacier Express Extension

Rhine Cruise to Switzerland with Glacier Express Extension

11 days from only $6,848pp

FREE drinks package on all European river cruises

 

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Experience more with so much included

  • Marvel at the sights along the Rhine River, including passage through the Rhine Gorge and the river bend outside of Boppard.
  • Visit eight historic towns and cities, including Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rüdesheim, Speyer, Breisach, Lucerne, Chur and Zermatt.
  • Drive through the folkloric scenery of Black Forest on a visit to the idyllic Titisee.
  • See stunning mountain vistas on a railway journey up the Bernese Oberland Mountain range and experience the legendary Glacier Express, Europe’s most scenic rail journey.
  • Enjoy a live violin soloist and a folk music performance on board the luxury ship.
 
At a Glance
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Drinks package included
7 nights on board a 5-star ship
3 nights in hotel accommodation
13 included experiences
Travel on the legendary Glacier Express
Full board cruise (except one lunch), B&B hotels
Complimentary on-board tea & coffee
Complimentary on-board Wi-Fi
Expert Cruise Director
All port charges & taxes
 

Overview

On our journey through the Rhine valley, we visit historic Koblenz where we have time to explore the old town at the confluence of both the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Next, we continue our navigation through the dramatic Rhine Gorge where the sheer valley walls tower over 400m above our heads and onto Rudesheim, where we enjoy another evening complemented with an excellent dinner on board.

As the Rhine widens and the landscape becomes less rugged, our cruise continues south, stopping in fascinating Rudesheim onto medieval Speyer with its stunning Romanesque Basilica that dominates this pretty town.

Next day we arrive at the city of Strasbourg where you enjoy a walking tour of the old town. Continuing, we drive through the typical rolling tree-clad massif of the Black Forest onto the charming town of Titisee, nestling on the shores of its namesake lake. Our final destination is Switzerland where we moor in Basel.

Experience the most breathtaking Alpine scenery on earth on a mountain rail journey into the spectacular Bernese Oberland, seeing the majestic Eiger and Jungfrau, then discover Switzerland’s most attractive city, magnificent Lucerne, on our included tour.

All aboard an unforgettable adventure on the iconic Glacier Express railway. From snow-dusted mountain ranges and striking glaciers to winding cobbled streets and wonderful lush green landscapes, discover the alpine wonderland of Switzerland on this incredible tour extension.

Your Itinerary

Price Includes

River cruise: Prices are per person, based on two people sharing a twin cabin with a limited number of single cabins available on all decks, at the relevant supplement. The price includes:

  • Full board from dinner on your day of arrival until breakfast on your final day; if you choose to travel with us on any of the full day excursions by coach, a packed lunch will be provided. Anyone choosing to stay on the ship may of course have lunch in the restaurant
  • Morning/afternoon tea and coffee
  • All visits and excursions as mentioned
  • Coach travel as mentioned
  • The services of a Riviera Travel cruise director

Extension: The price of this extension is per person based on two people sharing a twin room. Single rooms are subject to availability at the relevant supplement. The price includes:

  • Three nights’ accommodation with breakfast
  • Train transfer between Chur and Basel
  • Standard class journey on Glacier Express
  • Porterage of one piece of luggage per person
  • The services of a Riviera tour manager

Please note that in Switzerland beds are often one bed base with two mattresses and individual bed linen.

Useful Information

Fact File

  • Currency: Euro, Swiss Francs
  • Time zone: GMT+1
  • Languages: German, Swiss, French
  • Country: Germany, Switzerland, France

Wi-Fi

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship for the duration of your cruise. Please note that speeds may vary.

Visa Information

Visit https://smartraveller.gov.au for comprehensive travel advice. You will find current information on passport, visa and entry requirements for the country or countries to which you intend to travel, along with advice on money, local laws and customs.

Visit www.healthdirect.gov.au/travel-health-advice for travel health guidance, which includes information on travelling with medicine.

Mobility

We want to ensure you make the correct choice before you book your holiday with us. If you have any concerns regarding the suitability of the holiday due to reduced mobility we would encourage you to email us to discuss these concerns. General information on mobility in connection with our tours can be found here.

Personalise your holiday

Make It Your Own

Cable car ride to Ehrenbreitstein fortress and visit

Duration: At leisure

Take a scenic cable car over the Rhine River to the impressive Ehrenbreitstein fortress, which stands 118 meters tall on its riverbanks. Built by the Prussians to fend off the French, it's the second-largest preserved fortress in Europe, with an unparalleled view of Koblenz and the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Here, you can explore the castle's 1000-year history at leisure before returning to Koblenz by cable car.

Optional excursion can be done during free time or instead of the walking tour of Koblenz.

Please contact us at least two weeks before you’re set to depart to add the above experience to your booking before departure.

 

Wine tasting at a local winery

Duration: 1hr 30 mins

Before we sit down to another delicious dinner onboard our five-star ship, visit a winery in Rüdesheim to taste the local wine. In the atmospheric backdrop of a historic wine cave, enjoy sampling the varieties this region is famous for, including Riesling, Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris, and learn interesting facts about the viticulture and the history of wine in the area.

Please note: Due to the location of the wine tasting, it's advised all guests bring a jacket.

Optional excursion can be done during free time in Rüdesheim.

Please contact us at least two weeks before you’re set to depart to add the above experience to your booking before departure. Minimum numbers apply.

 

Visit to the Technik Museum

Duration: At leisure

Discover technology from the underwater world to space. Ever wonder what the inside of a submarine looks like? Or how big a jumbo jet is? From aircraft to vintage crafts, fire engines to mechanical instruments, there's plenty to inspire and amaze!

Included in your entrance is a ticket to the IMAX theatre where the gigantic screen shows fascinating movies detailing incredible technological feats and natural wonders.

Optional excursion can be done after or instead of the walking tour of Speyer.

Please contact us at least two weeks before you’re set to depart to add the above experience to your booking before departure.

 

Land train tour of Strasbourg

Duration: 30-40 mins

Hop on the Little Train and discover the charming narrow streets of Strasbourg's old town, the romantic 'Petite France', the many quays and covered bridges and the famous Cathedral Square.

Optional excursions can be done after or instead of the guided walking tour.

This excursion can be arranged with your Cruise Concierge on board and is payable locally. 

 

Take a cruise tour of Strasbourg

Duration: 1hr 10mins

Discover Strasbourg from a unique perspective - the water! As it flows through the centre of the city, you'll explore three of Strasbourg's 15 districts. Along the way, you'll spot the UNESCO-protect Grande Île, the imperial district of Neustadt, the European Parliament and more.

Optional excursions can be done after or instead of the guided walking tour.

This excursion can be arranged with your Cruise Concierge on board and is payable locally. 


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