With  historic houses lining its banks and studded with low bridges, Amsterdam’s network of 17th-century canals lends the city its nickname ‘The Venice of the North’. Today, you’ll board a glass-top boat and glide past the city’s waterside sights with a local guide.

Back on land, enjoy some free time to explore  before  saying goodbye to Amsterdam. Later tonight, enjoy a special Welcome Dinner on board.

Learn how the twin spires of Cologne’s famous cathedral, the Kölner Dom, took over six centuries to complete as you cruise into this picturesque city. Disembark and take the short drive to Brühl for your Insider Experience. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore the centre of Cologne at your leisure.

Insider Experience – Augustusburg Palace in Germany

Explore the former residence of Archbishop-Elector Clemens August, the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Palace in Brühl. Listen to enthralling stories and enjoy a walk through the stunning landscaped parks and gardens between the castle and the Falkenlust hunting lodge. The palace and the lodge are some of the finest examples of rococo architecture from 18th century Germany.

Sit back and soak up the scenery as you cruise through some of Europe’s prettiest stretches along the Moselle River. Discover Cochem on a walking tour, exploring the narrow alleyways with their half-timbered houses. Perched on a hill overlooking the beautiful Moselle River, we visit the magnificent Cochem Castle, which could be straight from the pages of a fairytale.

Cruise through the Rhine Gorge – considered the most beautiful section of the Rhine River. Dock in  Rüdesheim  and ride the Winzerexpress mini road train through the town to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Here, discover a magnificent collection of automated musical instruments. Wander through the Old Town and be sure to call in to the famous  Käthe  Wohlfahrt  Christmas store for decorations and gifts.

Disembark in Breisach and embark on a journey through the enchanting Black Forest region. Travel by coach through lush pine and birch forests that blanket the mountainsides, arriving at the picturesque village of Triberg.

After breakfast on board, disembark and be transferred to Basel airport for your onward flight.