Best of the Rhine and Amsterdam

Begin your Rhine River journey in the cultured Swiss city of Basel, with the option to start your adventure earlier with a pre-cruise stay in Lucerne, exploring its iconic Chapel Bridge, lakeside promenades, and stunning Alpine surroundings. Step aboard the elegant Trafalgar Verity and settle into life on the water as the river carries you north, revealing a rich tapestry of landscapes, traditions, and stories shaped by centuries of European history. From Germany’s Black Forest fringes and medieval river towns to the Franco-German charm of Alsace, each day blends guided sightseeing with immersive local encounters.

Enjoy expertly led walks through historic towns, meet local families who open their homes and farms to you, and take part in meaningful experiences that support sustainable traditions. With fine regional cuisine, scenic cruising, and the freedom to personalise your journey through optional excursions, this Rhine cruise offers a relaxed yet enriching way to experience the heart of Europe.

• Scenic Rhine cruising through the Upper Rhine Plain, framed by the Black Forest and Vosges Mountains.
• Explore Breisach, a colourful historic town overlooking the Rhine, with views from its hilltop cathedral and streets reflecting both French and German heritage.
• Be My Guest Experience – Lunch at Bohrerhof Farm
  Enjoy a homegrown lunch hosted by the Bohrer family on their farm, where generations of traditional farming come together in a meal prepared with fresh, seasonal produce straight from the fields.
• Discover Strasbourg with a Local Specialist, strolling through the timber-framed lanes of Petite France and admiring the city’s iconic Gothic cathedral.
• MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience – Weinessiggut Doktorenhof
  Visit a sustainable vinegar estate in the Palatinate wine region, tasting artisanal vinegars crafted using traditional methods that support responsible consumption and production.
  Optional visit to Heidelberg, with its romantic old town, historic bridge and castle ruins overlooking the Neckar River.
• Optional Lucerne extension, exploring the Swiss city’s iconic Chapel Bridge, lakeside promenades, and stunning Alpine surroundings

8 Day Cruise (Classic Cabin) + 2 Night Lucerne Extension

from

$6.898*

per person twin share

Based on 11 Aug 26 Departure

Also available in other cabin types and as cruise only  Enquire for pricing

8 Day cruise

2 night Lucerne Extension

Experience Director, Experience Manager & crew
    
Be My Guest and MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experiences
    
Daily included experiences & local tours
    
Buffet breakfast & lunch, à la carte dinner with local flavours
    
Wine, beer & soft drinks with lunch and dinner
    
Teatime during an afternoon sailing
    
Lounges and sundeck for relaxing, socialising or games
    
Full morning service & evening turndown
    
Onboard entertainment
    
Self-service laundry
    
Bicycles for land use

Lucerne is the perfect place to begin your journey. Join a Local Specialist for guided sightseeing through the city. Stroll across the historic Chapel Bridge and admire the Lion Monument before exploring at your own pace. Opt to cruise the lake and ride a funicular to Alpine views – an unforgettable start to your travels.

Included in Your Stay:

2 nights at a centrally located hotel, plus all hotel taxes and porterage
Sightseeing tour of Lucerne with a Local Specialist, experiencing the best of the lakeside city
Optional Experience add-ons to personalise your stay

Extension availability may vary based on departure dates. Please check with our Reservations team for details. See our Terms & Conditions for additional considerations.

The Trafalgar Verity combines the charm of a 1930s steamship with boutique-hotel elegance for an intimate Rhine cruising experience. Art Deco–inspired blue-and-white interiors, handpicked artwork and marble bathrooms create a refined yet comfortable atmosphere throughout the ship.

With an average of 128 guests and a high staff-to-guest ratio, service feels personal and seamless. Guests can relax in the lounge and bar with live entertainment and curated music, stay active with a gym, yoga and complimentary bicycles, or unwind with wellness treatments. Sustainability is central to the onboard experience, with waste-reduction initiatives and MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.