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Romantic Rhine

One of Europe's most legendary rivers awaits you on this fascinating journey.

Duration:

9 Days/8 Nights

Meals Included:

7 Full Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners

Rates from:

NOTE: Itinerary subject to change

Day 1:
A Starr Tours motorcoach will take you from our convenient departure point-Board your transatlantic overnight flight.

Day 2:
Welcome to Amsterdam! Holland's capital is sophisticated and modern, with a rich and fascinating history
The works of famous Dutch masters can be seen in world-renowned museums such as the Rijksmuseum or the Van Gogh
This afternoon the crew of your vessel awaits to welcome you on board
Dinner

Day 3:
Breakfast
There is no better way to see the city than by Canal Boat, cruising through the elegant grachten lined with stately homes dating back to Amsterdam's "Golden Age."
Afterward, your river cruise vessel sets sail for Cologne
Lunch
Dinner

Day 4:
Breakfast
Cologne is one of Germany's largest cities, with a river skyline dominated by the soaring twin spires of its magnificent gothic cathedral
The Germano-Roman Museum located next to the cathedral is a must for history buffs
Try a Kolsch in one of the many taverns and shop for a bottle of 4711, the original "eau de cologne"
Lunch
Dinner

Day 5:
Situated at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle Rivers, 2,000-year-old Koblenz is the cultural and business center of the Middle Rhine region
The dramtic Rhine Gorge is the most beautiful stretch of river
Pass the legendary rock of the Lorelei where sweet songs of local beauties lured enchanted sailors to their doom
In Rudesheim, Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum is a real surprise
A special treat is planned, then free time to explore the Drosselgasse and pick up some souvenirs
Lunch
Dinner

Day 6:
Breakfast
Heidelberg is Germany's oldest university town
The ruins of the imposing red sandstone Castle tower above the city
Of particular interest is the Giant Vat, an 18th-century wine cask holding 49,000 gallons!
Lunch
Dinner

Day 7:
Situated on the border of France and Germany, Strasborg is the capital of the Alsace region.
It is the seat of the Council of Europe and the European Parliament.
Noteworthy sights are the Gothic Cathedral, the lovely La Petite France district, Place Kleber, and Place Guttenberg with the statue of the inventor of the printing press
An optional excursion to the Alsace wine region is available today
Lunch
Dinner

Day 8:
Breakfast
Located at the foot of Kaiserstuhl Mountain on the French-German border, Breisach is the gateway to Germany's Black Forest region, an area of unrivaled natural beauty with its forest of thick pine trees
Surely the most well-known products from this region are Black Forest ham and Black Forest cherry cake
Lunch
Dinner

Day 9:
Breakfast
Transfer to the airport for your flight home

Every Starr vacation includes deluxe motorcoach transportation and overnight accommodations.