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Europe’s Heartland
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Europe’s Heartland
This show-stopping adventure conducts guests through Europe’s Heartland along the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers.
Guests embark on a selection of bike rides, hikes, museum visits and entertaining guided tours – as well as access to on-board lectures and free time to explore local culture independently.
Spend 24 nights aboard your assigned luxury floating hotel, designed by Scenic to feature a wide breadth of amenities, conveniences and luxury designs. Guests enjoy access to tastefully decorated interiors, on-board arranged activities and glamorous dining experiences.
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Europe’s Heartland Cruise Itinerary
Let this itinerary guide you on an expert selection of guided tours, visits and experiences. Visit chateaus, museums, palaces and much more, as well as enjoying ample free time to explore independently.
Day 1
Arrive to Basel (EMBARK)
Arrive in Basel and board your Scenic Space-Ship.
Day 2
Breisach
Spend your first day on either a wine tasting at Kaiserstuhl, excursion to Colmar or guided tour through Freiberg.
Day 3
Kehl / Strasbourg
Join a guided walking tour of Strasbourg or an exploration of the Alsace Wine Region – specifically Mittelbergheim.
Day 4
Mannheim
Today presents an orientation tour of Heidelberg, featuring included free time. Alternatively, opt for a historical tour of the city or an excursion to Bad Durkheim.
Day 5
Rhine Gorge / Rudesheim
Today you’ll have the option to visit Siegfried’s Musikkabinett Museum or hike through Rudesheim’s vineyards – boarding a cable car to return. After, we’ll cruise through the UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge.
Day 6
Cochem
Venture through Cochem on either a walking tour or a cycling tour.
Day 7
Bernkastel
Your adventure brings you on either a walking tour of Bernkastel, excursion to Trier or a wine tasting along the Moselle.
Day 8
Moselle Valley Cruising
We’ll spend the day at leisure sailing through the picturesque Moselle Valley.
Day 9
Koblenz
This morning, explore on a guided walking tour of Koblenz, visit Marksburg Castle or explore Medieval Limburg.
Day 10
Dusseldorf
Today brings a city walking tour, cycling tour, Dusseldorf’s Altbier or a tour of the city’s art.
Day 11
Nijmegen
Visit the Arnhem Airborne Museum, bike through the countryside, explore the Netherlands Open Air Museum or travel to the Het Loo palace.
Day 12
Antwerp
Spend the day on either a guided walking tour, excursion to Ypres and Passchendaele, venture to Bruges or craft beer and chocolate pairing.
Day 13
Veere
Enjoy a choice of activities today: tour the city, cycle alongside your local guide or visit the Delta Works.
Day 14
Utrecht
Explore the highlights of Utrecht alongside an expert guide or join a guided excursion to De Haar Castle.
Day 15
Amsterdam / Paris (TRANSFER SHIP)
Today includes an included flight to Paris, where you’ll board your next luxury ship.
Day 16
Les Andelys
Today, opt to hike to Chateau Gaillard, tour the Les Andelys (with Chateau Gaillard) or join an excursion to Lyons la Foret.
Day 17
Rouen
Choose to spend your day on a city tour of Rouen, a guided tour with Rollo the Viking or a Photography discovery adventure. This evening, attend a WWI lecture conducted by an expert.
Day 18
Rouen
Opt to join either one of several excursions to the Somme Battlefields or join a walking tour to Rouen’s Fine Art Museum.
Day 19
Honfleur
This morning, join a guided walking tour of Honfleur’s harbour. This evening presents an informative WWII lecture.
Day 20
Honfleur
Today presents a range of excursions to the Normandy Beaches (with different focuses). Alternatively, join a Bayeux tour with a tapestry visit.
Day 21
Caudebec-En-Caux
Cycle to Villequier (with Victor Hugo Museum), visit the Fecamp and Benedictine Palace, explore the tales of the French Resistance or join a local guide along Normandy Abbey Road.
Day 22
Vernon / La Roche Guyon
Enjoy an excursion to Monet’s House and Garden or embark on a self-guided cycle from Vernon to Giverny. Today’s Enrich Experience brings you to Chateau de La Roche Guyon.
Day 23
Conflans / Paris
Visit Auvers-Sur-Oise, explore Chantilly Castle and Gardens or join an active guided tour to Musee de la Batellerie (inland water transport museum).
Day 24
Paris
Choose from today’s offered excursions: explore Trendy Marais with a local Parisian, join a highlights of Paris city tour, visit the Opera Garnier or take a coach to the Chateau Vaux le Vicomte.
Day 25
Depart Paris (DISEMBARK)
Transfer to the airport for your return flight.
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Departure:
January
VISITING: Arrive to Basel (EMBARK) Breisach Kehl / Strasbourg Mannheim Rhine Gorge / Rudesheim Cochem Bernkastel Moselle Valley Cruising Koblenz Dusseldorf Nijmegen Antwerp Veere Utrecht Amsterdam / Paris (TRANSFER SHIP) Les Andelys Rouen Honfleur Caudebec-en-Caux Vernon / La Roche Guyon Conflans / Paris Paris Depart Paris (DISEMBARK)
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Scenic Departure:
January
VISITING: Amsterdam (EMBARK) Utrecht Veere Antwerp Arnhem Dusseldorf Moselle Valley Cruising Cochem Bernkastel Koblenz Rhine Gorge / Rudesheim Mannheim Kehl / Strasbourg Breisach Basel (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON*
Price on Request
Scenic Departure:
January
VISITING: Basel Breisach Rastatt Rüdesheim Cochem Bernkastel Koblenz Mainz / Frankfurt
AVG PER PERSON*
Price on Request
Scenic Departure:
January
VISITING: Amsterdam (EMBARK) Amsterdam Cologne Koblenz / Rhine Gorge Mannheim Rastatt / Baden-Baden Kehl / Strasbourg Basel (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON*
Price on Request
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Europe’s Heartland FAQ
How many suite options are available?
Scenic’s Star-Ships feature four suite options available for guest booking: Standard, Balcony, Junior Balcony and Royal Owner’s.
What are Enrich Events?
These are exclusive events offered to Scenic guests, offering unique access to cultural activities.
How many countries does this itinerary pass through?
This Europe’s Heartland Cruise passes through France, Switzerland, Belgium, Netherlands and Germany.
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