Day 1 | July 3.
Depart for Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Day 2 | July 4. Amsterdam
Upon arrival, transfer to the pier and embark the MS Amadeus Silver III.
Excursion: Canals of Amsterdam. Glide through the canals of Amsterdam this evening to see historic highlights, including the Anne Frank House.
Day 3 | July 5. Amterdam
Choose from three excursions:
Excursion: Amsterdam. See the Royal Palace, Mint Tower and the Portuguese Synagogue. Visit the Rijksmuseum, showcasing treasures by Rembrandt, Frans Hals and Vermeer.
Excursion: Canal District Walking Tour. Discover the Herengracht canal district and its interactive museum.
Excursion: Waterland Bike Ride. Bicycle through historic villages. Enjoy a Welcome Reception and Dinner.
Day 4 | July 6. Cologne
Excursion: Cologne. Explore the Old Town and Gothic cathedral. Afterward, explore on your own.
Day 5 | July 7. Rhine Gorge/Oberwesel
Sail through the Rhine Gorge, where castles overlook the river. Pass the Loreley Rock and learn about the fabled siren that lured sailors to disaster.
Choose from two excursions:
Excursion: Wines of the Rhine. Visit a local winery, and enjoy a sampling of the region’s fine wines.
Excursion: Walking Tour of Oberwesel. Explore ancient defensive fortifications, and see the half-timbered houses and charming shops.
Day 6 | July 8. Speyer
Choose from three excursions:
Excursion: Speyer Walking Tour. See the Romanesque Cathedral and the the 13th-century Old Gate, or Altportel.
Excursion: Heidelberg Castle and Town. Enjoy views of this university town, its castle and the Neckar River.
Excursion: Heidelberg “Hike” on Philosopher’s Way. Gather for a hike from Heidelberg’s center to the Karl-Theodor Bridge spanning the Neckar River, and on Philosopher’s Way for magnificent views of Heidelberg Castle and the Old Town.
Day 7 | July 9. Strasbourg
Choose from three excursions:
Excursion: Strasbourg. See the highlights, including Notre Dame Cathedral, Palais Rohan and St. Thomas Church before a walking tour.
Excursion: Petite France. Discover the 16th- and 17th-century heritage of Petite France during a canal cruise and walking tour.
Excursion: Culinary Strasbourg. Discover the winstubs, the local wine pubs, and Strasbourg’s cuisine. Along the way, sample typical food and wine.
Day 8 | July 10. Breisach/Basel
Choose from three excursions:
Excursion: Riquewihr and the Wines of the Alsace. Visit and take a walking tour of this charming French town. Enjoy a wine tasting.
Excursion: Breisach and Freiburg. In Breisach, see one of the largest wine cellars in Europe. Explore the Augustinerplatz in Freiburg, and visit the city’s historic Gothic cathedral.
Excursion: Black Forest Adventure. Visit the Black Forest, famous for fairy tales and fables. Explore Lake Titisee or take a swim. Join a Farewell Reception and Dinner.
Day 9 | July 11. In Transit
Disembark the ship in Basel.
Transfer to the Zürich airport for the return to your gateway city.
