Sail the picturesque Rhine River and explore a region celebrated for its history and charm. The Middle Rhine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is lined with castles, cathedrals and vineyard-laden hills. In Alsace, French and German traditions intertwine, creating a cultural tapestry renowned for its cuisine and architecture. History and innovation are revealed at Kinderdijk, where the Netherlands’s iconic windmills stand as symbols of Dutch ingenuity.
Price Per Night: $428.43 (USD)(for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Paris, Scenic Sailing: Seine River, Rouen, Paris (Le Pecq), Scenic Sailing: Seine River, Paris
Discover the renowned sights of Paris, France’s twinkling “City of Light,” and sail through seasonal landscapes of Normandy. Admire scenes of fairy-tale villages and call at Rouen, the region’s vibrant cultural capital. Meander along the winding Seine River, passing elegant residences and charming riverside cafés, returning to Paris to explore its iconic treasures, from the illuminated Eiffel Tower to the elegant Champs Élysées, and more.
Price Per Night: $379.35 (USD)(for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Budapest, Scenic Sailing: Danube Bend, Vienna, Scenic Sailing: Wachau Valley, Krems, Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Würzburg, Scenic Sailing: Main River, Spessart, Marktheidenfeld, Frankfurt, Karlsruhe, Strasbourg, Breisach, Basel
Sail along the Main and Rhine to see Basel, often regarded as Switzerland’s cultural capital, and sample the distinctive flavors of the Alsace region. Discover Frankfurt, a high-powered business hub, and visit the historic towns of Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg. See Salzburg, explore Göttweig Abbey and make dumplings with Wachau Valley apricots. Celebrate the musical heritage of Vienna and experience the healing qualities of Budapest’s thermal baths.