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Lucerne - Zurich & Rhine
Castles & Moselle Vineyards
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Lucerne – Zurich & Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards
Join your team for a coveted two week experience along Rhine and Moselle rivers – richly crafted to incorporate a wide array of ports and exploration opportunities.
Emerald offers an array of included tours, as well as active opportunities for those looking to get their blood pumping. Guests enjoy an excellent balance of free time vs planned adventuring, including the opportunity to purchase additional excursions to popular sites.
Enjoy the benefits of thirteen nights aboard your Emerald Star-Ship – a glamorous vessel conveniently designed with the little comforts in mind. Your holiday experience benefits from attentive onboard service and excellently-prepared meals.
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Cruise Line: Emerald Cruises -
Ship: Emerald Star Ship -
Duration: 13 Nights
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Departure: May - Jul
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Lucerne – Zurich & Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards Cruise Itinerary
From Amsterdam to Zurich, or in reverse, this itinerary dedicates sixteen days to touring and exploring along the Rhine and Moselle – featuring additional hotel stays in Amsterdam, Lucerne and Zurich.
Day 1
Arrive to Zurich
Your adventure begins in one of the most beloved cities in Switzerland. Arrive and check into your hotel for one-nights stay.
Day 2
Zurich > Lucerne
Wake up to an experience in Zurich:
(Included) A Guided tour of Zurich
Afterward, you’ll transfer to Lucerne to spend the rest of your day at leisure
Day 3
Lucerne
After this morning’s breakfast, enjoy another day in Lucerne. Famous for its striking old town and lakeside scenery, the city has lots to explore on the day’s excursion:
(Included) Guided city tour of Lucerne
Day 4
Lucerne > Basel (Huningue), Embarktion
Your day begins in Rotterdam, the second-largest city in the Netherlands. From here, This morning, journey via coach the picturesque landscapes on the way to Basel. From here, you’ll embark your Emerald Star-Ship and enjoy an evening at leisure to settle in.
Day 5
Breisach > Colmar
Spend your day exploring the charms of Colmar, a notable town that blends German and French cultures:
(Included) Guided tour of Colmar
(EmeraldACTIVE) Canoeing on the Rhine
*DiscoverMORE (£): Alsatian Wine Rout
Day 6
Kehl > Strasbourg
Enjoy a relaxing morning in Strasbourg, medieval capital of France’s Alsace Region. From here, you’ll enjoy an immersive experience:
(Included) Canal boat tour in Strasbourg
Day 7
Mainz > Rudesheim
Welcome to Mainz, a city conveniently located at the confluence of the Rhine and Main rivers. Join your team on an arranged excursion:
(Included) Guided tour of Mainz
*DiscoverMORE (£): Visit to Eberbach Abbey / Rudesheim with speciality coffee
Day 8
Rudesheim
Your day begins with an incredible opportunity to get up close to the charms of Rudesheim:
(EmeraldACTIVE) Active hike to Nierderwaal Monument
(EmeraldACTIVE) Afternoon hike with AM in Sankt Goar
(EmeraldPLUS) Wine visit and tasting at Schloss Johannisberg (*please note: if excursion unavailable, it will be replaced with Castle Vollrads)
Day 9
Bernkastel
Enjoy a morning at leisure aboard your ship. Step into Bernkastel to admire its well-preserved buildings and peaceful Moselle Vineyards:
(EmeraldPLUS) Moselle vineyard hike & wine tasting
(EmeraldACTIVE) Active hike to Landshut ruins
Day 10
Cochem > Koblenz
Your day is dedicated to Cochem, the delightful ‘Pearl of the Moselle’ – celebrated for its glowing wine industry. Get to know the town on today’s excursions:
(Included) Guided tour of Cochem
(EmeraldACTIVE) Cycling along the Moselle
*EmeraldPLUS (£): German Beer Garden Experience
Day 11
Koblenz > Bonn
Enjoy a morning at leisure in Koblenz. This afternoon, we’ll continue sailing to historic Bonn for the day’s adventures:
(Included) Walking tour of Bonn
(EmeraldACTIVE) Guided bike tour in Bonn
Day 12
Nijmegen
As the oldest city in the Netherlands, breathtaking Nijmegen has a history spanning 2000 years. Explore via the day’s excursions:
(Included) Nijmegen Walking tour
(EmeraldACTIVE) Guided bike tour of Nijmegen
*DiscoverMORE (£): Visit to Palace Het Loo
Day 13
Dordrecht > Rotterdam
This morning, we’ll dock in Dordrecht, where you’ll have free time to explore the town:
(EmeraldACTIVE) Walk to town with Activity Manager in Dordrecht
Following a smooth afternoon sailing, touch down in fascinating Rotterdam for an insightful excursion:
(Included) Walking tour of Rotterdam
Day 14
Depart Amsterdam
Your cruise concludes in Amsterdam. Following breakfast, disembark and begin journeying home.
Day 1
Arrive to Amsterdam
Your adventure begins from this world-class capital, famous for its museums, art history and UNESCO-awarded canals. Upon arrival, check into your hotel to begin your two-night stay.
Day 2
Dordrecht > Rotterdam
This morning, we’ll dock in Dordrecht, where you’ll have free time to explore the town:
(EmeraldACTIVE) Walk to town with Activity Manager in Dordrecht
Following a smooth afternoon sailing, touch down in fascinating Rotterdam for an insightful excursion:
(Included) Walking tour of Rotterdam
Day 3
Nijmegen
As the oldest city in the Netherlands, breathtaking Nijmegen has a history spanning 2000 years. Explore via the day’s excursions:
(Included) Nijmegen Walking tour
(EmeraldACTIVE) Guided bike tour of Nijmegen
*DiscoverMORE (£): Visit to Palace Het Loo
Day 4
Koblenz > Bonn
Enjoy a morning at leisure in Koblenz. This afternoon, we’ll continue sailing to historic Bonn for the day’s adventures:
(Included) Walking tour of Bonn
(EmeraldACTIVE) Guided bike tour in Bonn
Day 5
Cochem > Koblenz
Your day is dedicated to Cochem, the delightful ‘Pearl of the Moselle’ – celebrated for its glowing wine industry. Get to know the town on today’s excursions:
(Included) Guided tour of Cochem
(EmeraldACTIVE) Cycling along the Moselle
*EmeraldPLUS (£): German Beer Garden Experience
Day 6
Bernkastel
Enjoy a morning at leisure aboard your ship. Step into Bernkastel to admire its well-preserved buildings and peaceful Moselle Vineyards:
(EmeraldPLUS) Moselle vineyard hike & wine tasting
(EmeraldACTIVE) Active hike to Landshut ruins
Day 7
Rudesheim
Your day begins with an incredible opportunity to get up close to the charms of Rudesheim:
(EmeraldACTIVE) Active hike to Nierderwaal Monument
(EmeraldACTIVE) Afternoon hike with AM in Sankt Goar
(EmeraldPLUS) Wine visit and tasting at Schloss Johannisberg (*please note: if excursion unavailable, it will be replaced with Castle Vollrads)
Day 8
Mainz > Rudesheim
Welcome to Mainz, a city conveniently located at the confluence of the Rhine and Main rivers. Join your team on an arranged excursion:
(Included) Guided tour of Mainz
*DiscoverMORE (£): Visit to Eberbach Abbey / Rudesheim with speciality coffee
Day 9
Kehl > Strasbourg
Enjoy a relaxing morning in Strasbourg, medieval capital of France’s Alsace Region. From here, you’ll enjoy an immersive experience:
(Included) Canal boat tour in Strasbourg
Day 10
Breisach > Colmar
Spend your day exploring the charms of Colmar, a notable town that blends German and French cultures:
(Included) Guided tour of Colmar
(EmeraldACTIVE) Canoeing on the Rhine
*DiscoverMORE (£): Alsatian Wine Route
Day 11
Lucerne > Basel (Huningue), Embarktion
This morning, journey via coach the picturesque landscapes on the way to Basel. From here, you’ll embark your Emerald Star-Ship and enjoy an evening at leisure to settle in.
Day 12
Lucerne
After this morning’s breakfast, enjoy another day in Lucerne. Famous for its striking old town and lakeside scenery, the city has lots to explore on the day’s excursion:
(Included) Guided city tour of Lucerne
Day 13
Zurich > Lucerne
Your day begins in Rotterdam, the second-largest city in the Netherlands. From here, enjoy an included excursion:
(Included) Walking tour of Rotterdam
This afternoon, we’ll continue into Dordrecht, the oldest city in the Netherlands for some time to explore.
(EmeraldPLUS) Fisherman Choir
(EmeraldACTIVE) Walk to Dordrecht
Day 14
Depart Zurich
After breakfast this morning, bid farewell to your team and begin your return journey.
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What does my cruise include?
Your Lucerne – Zurich & Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards itinerary affords guests 10 nights aboard a luxury yacht, expertly-prepared meals, airport transfers and included excursions.
What months is this itinerary available?
You can book this adventure in May – October, 2026 and 2027.
How many guests will be booked onto a yacht?
The maximum capacity for our Emerald Cruises Star-Ships is 182 guests.
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