Emerald Luna
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7 Night Jewels of the Rhine Cruise from Amsterdam

Ship: Emerald Luna
Cruise Line: Emerald Cruises
Sailed: Friday, Jul 22, 2022 from Amsterdam, Netherlands
Ended: Friday, Jul 29, 2022
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Friday, Jul 22, 2022 departure of the Emerald Luna. If Emerald Cruises modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day 1 - Friday - Jul 22, 2022
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam, Netherlands    
Welcome to Amsterdam, a fascinating 700-year-old city of picturesque canals, world class museums, theatres, and cafes. You will be met and transferred from the airport to the dock. A warm welcome awaits you from your captain and crew as you board your luxury Emerald Waterways river cruise ship. This evening join your fellow travellers for a cocktail reception followed by a welcome dinner. Your cruise director will also conduct a port talk to review the activities and itinerary for the days ahead.
Day 2 - Saturday - Jul 23, 2022
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam, Netherlands    
This morning take a glass top canal boat and explore Amsterdam's maze of canals and a guided walk of the city, then free time, before lunch onboard and your first day sailing through the Dutch countryside passing windmills and sailing through locks towards the Rhine River. Tonight the captain will be delighted to host a gala dinner.
Day 3 - Sunday - Jul 24, 2022
Cologne, Germany
Cologne, Germany    
Cruise along the Rhine River to Cologne, founded by the Romans, the city is one of Germany's oldest and is famous for its magnificent World Heritage-listed Gothic Cathedral. After lunch onboard, join your local guide for an included tour of the Old Town, with its beautiful squares and historic monuments, with free time for exploring. Cologne is one of Germany's largest and most modern cities largely due to a rebuilding plan post WWII, and it has many different museums and galleries including a Roman artefact museum.
Day 4 - Monday - Jul 25, 2022
Koblenz, Germany
Koblenz, Germany    
Rhine Gorge, Germany    
Cruise to the 2,000-year-old town of Koblenz, which is situated at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Visit the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress on the opposite side of the river, part of the Prussian defences against the French in the 19th century, and later used as a headquarters for the American military during WWII. Enjoy free time to wander through the town and take in the views. In the afternoon, sail through the spectacular Rhine Gorge, passing countless castles and vineyards as well as the infamous Lorelei statue and Pfalzgrafenstein Castle, which was built on an island in the middle of the river as a medieval toll station. Countless vineyards and medieval castles line the shores of this section of the river, with photo opportunities at every bend. Emerald Active: Cycle along the river banks. Discover More: Cochem Castle (extra expense).
Day 5 - Tuesday - Jul 26, 2022
Mannheim, Germany
Mannheim, Germany    
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Heidelberg, Germany    
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Mannheim, Germany    
Continue upstream to the town of Mannheim, located at the confluence of the Rhine and Neckar rivers. Take an excursion to the medieval town of Heidelberg including a visit to the impressive castle, which overlooks the town. Enjoy free time there before returning to the ship for lunch and an afternoon sailing.
Day 6 - Wednesday - Jul 27, 2022
Kehl, Germany    
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Strasbourg, France    
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Kehl, Germany    
Once docked in Kehl you will be transferred across the river to Strasbourg, the capital city of the Alsace Region in France. Your guided walking tour will include the Grande Ile, the historical city center and UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its medieval black-and-white timber framed buildings, old tanning houses, Baroque sandstones buildings, canals, and river locks. Your afternoon is free to continuing exploring Strasbourg. Discover More: Alsace Wine Tasting Tour (extra expense).
Day 7 - Thursday - Jul 28, 2022
Breisach, Germany
Breisach, Germany    
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Black Forest, Germany    
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Breisach, Germany    
The beautiful Black Forest region of Germany has long been a fairy-tale destination. Commence your magical morning with the Vogtsbauernhof Museum, an open-air exhibition of sixteenth-century life, featuring a number of reconstructed Black Forest farms. Emerald Active: Hiking in the Black Forest (active fitness level recommended - actual hike). EmeraldPLUS: A visit of typical Gasthof owned by a local family with a presentation and tasting of Black Forest gateau. Return to your ship to join your captain for a farewell reception and dinner.
Day 8 - Friday - Jul 29, 2022
Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
Basel (Saxon), Switzerland    
Cruise Ends    
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Zurich, Switzerland    
Welcome to Switzerland and the Rhine-side town of Basel, disembark your ship and transfer to Zurich or Basel Airport for your onward or homebound flight (please book flights after 12 noon).

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