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Hidden Gems of Switzerland by Train & Avalon Rhine River cruise combo
HIDDEN GEMS OF SWITZERLAND & BASEL TO AMSTERDAM RHINE RIVER CRUISE
Discover Switzerland’s hidden gems by rail before setting sail along the romantic Rhine on an unforgettable European holiday. Begin with a Globus small group journey through spectacular alpine scenery, exploring charming Lucerne, lakeside Lugano and the St. Moritz region. Then board your Avalon Suite Ship in Basel and cruise towards Amsterdam, passing vineyard-covered hills, fairytale castles and picturesque riverside towns. From Strasbourg’s enchanting streets to the dramatic Rhine Gorge, this journey combines scenic rail travel, relaxed river cruising and rich cultural discoveries.
There’s no better way to experience these amazing destinations!
Package Includes
- 8 night Hidden Gems of Switzerland Globus Tour
- 7 night Romantic Rhine Avalon Waterways Cruise from Basel to Amsterdam
Spectacular Switzerland Globus Tour Inclusions
- 8 nights accommodation - 1 night in Zurich, 2 nights Lucerne, 2 nights Lugano, 1 night St Moritz area, 2 nights Zurich
- 6 Breakfasts
- 2 dinners
- Expert Tour Director
- Guided sightseeing
Romantic Rhine River Cruise with Avalon Waterways Inclusions
- 7 night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam in a Deluxe Stateroom
- All meals onboard, with world-class menus & flexible dining styles
- Regional wine, beer or soft drinks with lunch and dinner daily
- Complimentary happy hour each night
- Your choice of daily onshore excursions, with Classic, Active & Discovery options
- Transfer from Zurich Hotel to ship in Basel
- Complimentary bicycles available for use on shore
- Onboard local entertainment
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
- Gratuities and Port Charges
- Expert Cruise Director & Local Guides
Price from
- From $15,357 per person share twin. Travel: 21 May 27 - Save up to $5000 per couple
- From $15,314 per person share twin. Travel: 28 May 27 - Save up to $5000 per couple
- From $14,764 per person share twin. Travel: 04 Jun 27 - Save up to $5900 per couple
- From $14,199 per person share twin. Travel: 20 Aug 27 - Save up to $5900 per couple
- From $16,033 per person share twin. Travel: 27 Aug 27 - Save up to $5900 per couple
- From $16,883 per person share twin. Travel: 03 & 17 Sep 27 - Save up to $3300 per couple
- From $17,283 per person share twin. Travel: 10 Sep 27 - Save up to $3300 per couple
- If you’d like to travel outside of the advertised travel dates please note additional costs will apply. Please ask in store for pricing and availability.
Your itinerary
This morning, experience your first adventure on a Swiss train. Hop aboard and leave Zurich behind as you head for charming Lucerne. This afternoon, join an orientation walk to see Lucerne’s highlights. Admire the 14th-century Chapel Bridge that crosses the River Reuss, the iconic Lion Monument, and the charming Altstadt (Old Town) with its quaint streets and painted buildings. Enjoy free time this evening to get better acquainted with this alpine gem.
Meals: Breakfast
Transfer from Zurich to Basel to embark your Romantic Rhine River Cruise. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. Enjoy dinner and explore the ship on your first night on board. EVENING CRUISE TO BREISACH
Meals: Dinner
German Winemaking and the Beautiful Black Forest
Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.
Active Excursion
Take a Guided E-bike Tour to experience the magical Black Forest from a unique point of view, OR:
Classic Excursion
Join a full-day Guided Tour to the magical Black Forest to experience the Vogtsbauernohf open-air-museum, visit an authentic water mill, and see a traditional butter-making demonstration, OR:
Classic Excursion
Join a Guided Tour to explore Freiburg’s medieval city center, sheltered by the Black Forest amid vineyards and gardens of the Upper Rhine Valley.
You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar in the morning, with its half-timbered medieval and early renaissance buildings.
EVENING CRUISE TO KEHL
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
A Grand Cathedral and La Petite France
Active Excursion
Discover Strasbourg by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
Classic Excursion
Join a City Sightseeing Tour, including Strasbourg’s Gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals and astronomical clock, as well as the magical La Petite France District.
You may also choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the historic Maginot Line—the pre-WWII fortifications designed to protect the eastern border of France or visit Alsace’s wine country today.
Alternatively, take some free time in Strasbourg to visit a museum, or stroll across the city center.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO LUDWIGSHAFEN
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Castle Walls, and the World’s Biggest Wine Barrel
Active Excursion
Join your Avalon Adventure Host for an inspiring walk in Heidelberg, the Philosophers' way, OR:
Classic Excursion
Enjoy a Guided Tour to Heidelberg Castle to see the ruins of the magnificent renaissance treasure towering above the city, and its famed Great Vat, the “World’s Largest Wine Barrel,” OR:
Classic Excursion
Join a Guided Visit to Schwetzingen Palace—the heart of a stunning site consisting of the palace, palace gardens, and historic palace square.
This afternoon through the evening, enjoy leisurely sailing to Rüdesheim.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN RÜDESHEIM
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country
Active Excursion
Enjoy a hike with your Avalon Adventure Host through the picturesque vineyards of Rüdesheim; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rüdesheimer coffee, OR:
Classic Excursion
Take a Guided Tour of the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rüdesheimer coffee, OR:
Discovery Excursion
Take a Guided Visit to the historic 18th-century wooden-barrel cellar of Johannisberg Castle and enjoy a delicious wine tasting.
En route to Koblenz, sail through the Rhine Gorge (a UNESCO World Heritage site). Take in the breathtaking views of ancient castles perched on cliffs 400 feet above the water and pass the legendary Rock of the Lorelei—where the mythological siren’s songs lured ill-fated sailors.
KOBLENZ
Travel Through 2000 Years of Monumental History
Enjoy free time in Koblenz before a relaxing evening on board with dinner and live entertainment.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO COLOGNE
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland
Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.
Active Excursion
Enjoy a bike ride like the locals in Cologne with your Adventure Host, OR:
Classic Excursion
Choose a Guided Walking Tour of Cologne’s important Jewish heritage sites, OR:
Classic Excursion
Take a Guided City Walk of Cologne—with its soaring twin-steepled gothic cathedral.
Spend free time over a glass of Kölsch pale lager—locally brewed for over 100 years!
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO AMSTERDAM
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Canals of Colorful Amsterdam
Active Excursion
Start your day joining your Adventure Host on an early morning walk in Amsterdam, OR:
Classic Excursion
Discover the true beauty of Amsterdam with an off-the-beaten-path Guided Walking Tour through its cobblestone streets for a captivating look at this legendary city, OR:
Classic Excursion
Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam’s “Golden Age.”
During tulip season, you may take a Guided Optional Excursion to Keukenhof gardens—with more than seven million tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths, as well as other bulbs, planted each year. You may also choose an Optional Biking Tour to discover the countryside.
Take some free time to explore Amsterdam’s colorful streets and canal houses, galleries, and shops.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Spectacular Switzerland by rail – Sit back and enjoy sparkling lakes, picturesque towns and dramatic Alpine scenery, with the journey every bit as memorable as the destination.
- The iconic Bernina Express – Travel through breathtaking mountain landscapes, past glaciers and rugged peaks, on an unforgettable rail journey to the St. Moritz region.
- Fairytale scenery along the Rhine Gorge – Sail past vineyard-covered hills and ancient castles perched high above one of Europe’s most spectacular stretches of river.
- Amsterdam from the water – Enjoy an included cruise along the city’s iconic canals, followed by free time to explore world-famous museums and vibrant dining spots.
- A different charm in every season – From fresh spring scenery to lively summer days and golden autumn vineyards, the Rhine offers something special whenever you sail.
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