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11 Night Rhine Highlights with Switzerland Cruise and Land Tour

From Zurich, (Switzerland) to Amsterdam, (Netherlands)

Scenic Ruby
Scenic Cruises
5 Stars
Cruise #: 14350078
Sail Date: Saturday, May 27, 2028
Return Date: Wednesday, Jun 7, 2028
Room Types & Rates:
Riverview
Call to Book1-800-427-8473
Suite
$7,877
*Prices are per person based on double occupancy
Includes taxes & fees

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11 Night Rhine Highlights with Switzerland Cruise and Land Tour

Land Segment of Itinerary

Saturday - May 27, 2028
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Zurich, Switzerland
  • Zurich, Switzerland
Welcome to Zurich. The largest city in Switzerland and a global financial center, it hugs the shoreline of the spectacular Lake Zurich. Check into your luxurious hotel for an overnight stay and the start of your Swiss journey.

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Sunday - May 28, 2028
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Zurich, Switzerland
  • Zurich, Switzerland
  • Bus Travel
  • Berne, Switzerland
This morning, set off on a walking tour with a local guide. Zurich is one of the world's great walking cities, with many pedestrian-only streets and historic bridges. Wander along the Bahnhofstrasse, the city's main street lined with glamorous boutiques and international flagship stores. This afternoon, arrive in Bern. Set on the River Aare, Bern is World Heritage-listed for its medieval Old Town, charming Renaissance fountains, and landmarks like the Zytglogge (Clock Tower) and Bern Cathedral. Check in to your luxury hotel for an overnight stay. Scenic Freechoice: Explore Bern with one of these Scenic Freechoice excursions: Orientation tour of Bern: Your expert Scenic tour director will take you on a short walk to explore this delightful city. See its many fountains, sandstone facades, and narrow streets, and visit Bear Park, home to a family of bears that have lived along the river banks since 1857. Swiss chocolate tasting: Switzerland is known for its chocolate, which is considered to be some of the best in the world. Enjoy a tasting of different praline and other varieties at a local producer as you learn about chocolate production and its importance for the local economy. ...
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Monday - May 29, 2028
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  • Berne, Switzerland
  • Bus Travel
  • Montreux, Switzerland
This morning, travel to Montreux. Located on the shores of picturesque Lake Geneva, it's famous for its natural beauty, connection to legendary writers, and love of jazz. Take a short orientation tour of the town to admire the lakeside promenade, cobblestone streets, and historic buildings. Later, check into your luxury hotel for a two-night stay. Scenic Enrich: Chaplin Museum: Learn about the life and work of one of the most influential early film stars, Charlie Chaplin. Experience an exclusive after-hours visit to the Chaplin Museum, set inside his former home. ...
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Tuesday - May 30, 2028
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  • Montreux, Switzerland
This morning, visit Chillon Castle. Set on the shore of Lake Geneva, it was first built in the 11th century and is one of the most visited medieval castles in Europe. Join a tour with a local guide and learn how this iconic castle has inspired poets and writers like Victor Hugo, Alexandre Dumas, Gustave Flaubert, Mary Shelley, and Lord Byron. ...
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Wednesday - May 31, 2028
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  • Montreux, Switzerland
  • Bus Travel
  • Lucerne, Switzerland
  • Bus Travel

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Day 5 - Wednesday - May 31, 2028
Day
5
Cruise Begins
  • Cruise Begins
  • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
After breakfast, depart for the postcard perfect city of Lucerne. Its lovely Old Town, brightly colored houses, covered bridges, and cobalt blue lake make for the quintessential Swiss resort town. Join a walking tour to discover its highlights, including the Museggmauer and Turme (Town Walls and Towers), Hofkirche, and the Jesuit Church. This afternoon, continue to Basel (Huningue) where you'll board your Scenic Space-Ship for your all-inclusive river cruise, taking your memories of beautiful Switzerland with you. ...
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Thursday - Jun 1, 2028
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Breisach, Germany
  • Breisach, Germany
Your Scenic Space-Ship will dock in Breisach for the day, giving you ample time to explore the region. There's lots of reasons Breisach is a must-visit food and wine destination. Not only does it share a border with the Alsace region, it's also located between the Rhine River and the legendary Black Forest. The town was meticulously rebuilt after World War II, complete with its traditional cobbled streets and pastel houses. Scenic Freechoice: Explore the region on one of these Scenic Freechoice excursions: Guided tour of Colmar: A walking tour of the cultural center of the Alsace shows off Colmar's confluence of French and German architecture, lifestyle, and culture. A highlight of the tour is tasting a slice of the famed Kugelhopf cake at a local bistro. Guided tour of Freiburg with tasting: Its location right on the edge of the Black Forest makes Freiburg a magical place to visit. Enjoy a guided walking tour through the lively medieval town and sample delicious local black forest cake. Walking tour of Breisach with wine tasting: This leisurely guided walk through Breisach's Old Town will take in its pastel facades and cobbled lanes. Look up to see the hilltop cathedral of St. Stephansmunster before indulging in a tasting of delicious local sparkling wine. ...
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Friday - Jun 2, 2028
Day
7
Strasbourg, France
  • Strasbourg, France
  • Rastatt Landing, Germany, Germany
Saturday - Jun 3, 2028
Day
8
Mannheim, Germany
  • Mannheim, Germany
Sunday - Jun 4, 2028
Day
9
  • Koblenz, Germany
Monday - Jun 5, 2028
Day
10
Cologne, Germany
  • Cologne, Germany
Arrive in the 2,000-year-old city of Cologne today. Cologne suffered extensive damage during World War II but was painstakingly restored over the following decades. Set out on a walking tour of the Old Town, enjoy a local beer, and admire its historic buildings, beautiful squares, and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral. ...
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Tuesday - Jun 6, 2028
Day
11
  • Amsterdam, Netherlands
Spend the day in Amsterdam. The Netherlands' capital is a unique blend of history and art. Discover a treasure trove of architectural beauty, galleries filled with masterpieces, 17th-century canals, narrow cobbled laneways, and streets bustling with cyclists. Often referred to as the 'Venice of the North', much of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed canal system exists today as it did hundreds of years ago, lined with well-preserved houses and intersected by charming bridges. Scenic Freechoice: Discover more of the city on one of these excursions: Excursion to Schermerhorn & Alkmaar: Windmills are an iconic feature of Dutch culture, so get out of town, enjoy the sweeping countryside landscape, and explore the nearby villages of Schermerhorn, home to a number of windmills dating back to the 16th century, and Alkmaar on this excursions only available with Scenic. Walking tour of Amsterdam: Explore Amsterdam on foot, discovering the maze of canals and bridges in the city center. Your guide will be covering history, modern lifestyle, and Dutch culture. You also get to taste herring, a local delicacy not to be missed. Fabrique des Lumieres: Art springs to life in this impressive digital art installation, the largest in the Netherlands. Located in a former 19th-century gas works, pieces from renowned artists are projected onto the 17-meter-high walls, accompanied by music to create an immersive ambience. Cycling tour: Amsterdam is known as the bicycle capital of the world. Take a small ferry to the outskirts of town for a biking tour to experience life on two wheels. Your local guide will be on hand to offer information about the everyday life of the Dutch people, many of whom are sharing your cycle path. ...
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Wednesday - Jun 7, 2028
Day
12
  • Amsterdam, Netherlands
Your cruise concludes this morning in Amsterdam. Enjoy one final breakfast onboard, then disembark, taking with you lifelong memories of a remarkable journey.; Notes: Due to new restrictions on cruise ships at Amsterdam's city docks, your cruise is now likely to embark and/or disembark at a port outside central Amsterdam. If your ship does not have a central Amsterdam docking, Scenic will provide a central Amsterdam meeting point and transfers to your ship as required. These changes are required by local authorities and are in line with the booking terms which allow changes to berthing or dock locations and ports where operationally necessary. You will be advised of the confirmed docking location prior to departure. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. ...
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