10-Day Tour on the Rhine
with a 7-Night River Cruise
September 14, 2026 to September 23, 2026
Explore Europe’s heartland on the Rhine, where we’ll stroll through the charming Old Town, take in its historic churches, and maybe even stop for some Swiss chocolate before settling in for the night. From there, we head to Basel for a city tour before boarding our river cruise and toasting the start of our journey at the Captain’s welcome reception. Along the way, we’ll soak up the storybook beauty of Colmar, wander the quaint streets and majestic cathedral of Strasbourg, and explore Heidelberg’s famous castle and lively old town. In Speyer, we’ll step inside its grand cathedral and discover centuries of history, while in Rudesheim, we’ll ride the gondola for sweeping views of the Rhine before tasting the town’s signature coffee. A leisurely sail along the Rhine brings us past castles, cliffs, and vineyards, leading to a visit in Koblenz with its lively squares and German charm. Cologne welcomes us with its Old Town, historic breweries, and the awe-inspiring cathedral, before we cap off our journey in Amsterdam, where we’ll enjoy the Van Gogh Museum, a canal cruise, free time in Dam Square, and sweet Dutch treats before heading home with memories to last a lifetime.
Level 1: Easy
This trip is comparable to a sightseeing bus tour. Most of the travel will be from the comforts of our air-conditioned motor coaches. There may be limited walking, sometimes even across uneven surfaces. Nearly all sites will be wheelchair accessible.
Level 2: Relaxed
This trip consists of light walking, potentially 1-3 miles per day at most. Most of your time will be spent on the bus, at museums or other sites with frequent stops, or places with similar accommodations. Occasionally there will be uneven paths, however most sites will be wheelchair accessible.
Level 3: Moderately Active (Most Common)
This trip is our most popular and standardized for our most common programs. On average you’ll be walking 3-5 miles per day, with a handful of sites having uneven pathways. Some sites may be wheelchair accessible, however some will not. Some sites may be inaccessible due to stairs or rugged terrain. There will be frequent stops throughout the day to rest and catch your breath.
Level 4: Very Active
This trip is a bit more energetic, featuring the occasional hike or even potentially a dig site. You’ll be walking anywhere between 4-7 miles per day, many sites will have uneven or unpaved walkways. Several sites will be wheelchair accessible, and have wheelchair specific areas, however many sites do contain stairs or other similar obstacles. Travelers are welcome to sit on the bus or meet with the group at the end of certain sites if they do not wish to participate.
Level 5: Energetic
This is our most energetic program! We’ve specifically aimed these programs at students and young adults, as they may consist of 6-10 miles of walking per day, along with hikes and other adventurous obstacles. This tour is more strenuous than most tour programs. While some sites may offer accommodations for wheelchairs or walkers, travelers may want to opt out from certain sites due to uneven terrain and unpaved pathways. Some programs also include early dusk or dawn hikes or walks, which could be difficult for some with impaired vision in darker settings.
Departure ID: 4140
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Note: the map indicates the general route of the tour, and may not reflect the
exact route that will be taken on the trip.
ITINERARY
Depart on our flight for Zurich Switzerland. Sit back, relax and enjoy in the in-flight service.
** This denotes this part of the itinerary is part of an optional extension.
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