Arrive in Zürich and transfer to your hotel. This evening, get to know your fellow travellers at a Welcome Reception.

This morning, embark on an orientation tour of Zürich. Stroll along Bahnhofstrasse, one of the world’s most exclusive shopping streets, lined with high-end boutiques and luxury brands. Admire the Gothic splendour of Grossmünster Church, which is believed to stand near the graves of Zürich’s patron saints, Felix and Regula. Your local guide will then lead you to the charming Limmatquai boulevard. This picturesque street runs along the Limmat River, stretching from the historic Old Town to modern fashion boutiques, as well as inviting cafés, chocolatiers, and gourmet restaurants, before reaching the tranquil shores of Lake Zürich. Afterward, travel through the scenic Swiss countryside to Lucerne. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner at your hotel.

With its breathtaking Swiss Alps backdrop, this city is a delight to explore. On a guided tour, see the Lion of Lucerne, a monument that commemorates events of the French Revolution, and wander along the Chapel Bridge, with its octagonal Water Tower.

Insider Experience – Mt Pilatus Cogwheel Railway

Travel to the peak of Mt Pilatus along the world’s steepest cogwheel railway, enjoying sensational views of flower-filled pastures, rocky mountain ledges and snow-tipped peaks.

Enhance Your Journey – Swiss Folklore Show & Dinner

Join an optional evening at a Swiss Folklore Restaurant with an authentic meal and show with alpine horns, yodelling and a band in traditional costume.

This morning, after breakfast, travel by coach to Interlaken, a charming resort town nestled in the heart of the Bernese Oberland. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day to explore at your own pace before dinner this evening.

Today, ascend to 3,454 metres above sea level aboard the cogwheel train to Jungfraujoch, the highest railway station in Europe. Known as the "Top of Europe," this extraordinary journey takes you through the heart of the Bernese Alps, offering spectacular views of snow-capped peaks, glaciers, and alpine meadows. As you ascend, the landscape transforms, providing breathtaking vistas both along the route and from the summit. At Jungfraujoch, take in the panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, and enjoy the opportunity to explore the Ice Palace and the Sphinx Observatory, adding to the wonder of this iconic destination.

This morning, board the GoldenPass Express for a scenic journey to Montreux. As you travel through the Swiss countryside, enjoy breathtaking views of alpine meadows, picturesque villages, and towering peaks. Along the way, you’ll pass through the charming town of Gstaad, renowned for its upscale charm and luxury appeal, Château-d’Oex, famous for its hot air balloon festival, and Montbovon, a peaceful village nestled in the mountains. Upon arriving in Montreux, board a local train to Lausanne. The rest of the evening is free for you to explore Lausanne at your leisure.

Located on the shores of Lake Geneva, Lausanne boasts a magnificent Alpine backdrop and a picturesque old town. With the day at leisure, you may wish join an optional tour to Vevey (additional expense). This evening, join your fellow travellers for a Farewell Dinner.

Enhance Your Journey – Vevey and Chaplin’s World Visit

Call into the lakeside town of Vevey before a visit to Chaplin’s World, dedicated to the film artist Charlie Chaplin. Here, embark on a cinematic journey through time as you enter the Manoir, a beautiful home that depicts the final 25 years of Chaplin’s life. You will also visit the museum’s old Hollywood-style studio where you can immerse yourself in the world of silent film. Afterwards, take a stroll around the surrounding four-hectare garden estate.

This morning, stop in Bern, Switzerland’s capital, for a guided tour. Continue to Basel, where you’ll board your river ship. In the evening, meet your Cruise Director and fellow travellers at a welcome reception.

Disembark in Breisach to discover the Black Forest region. Journey by coach through towering pines and birch forests that cover the mountainsides, to the picturesque village of Triberg. Return to your river ship for a Welcome Dinner on board.

Arrive in Strasbourg, the charming Alsatian city that straddles the border between France and Germany.  Fairytale houses mix with cobblestone streets and canals, and Strasbourg Cathedral towers over the World Heritage-listed city centre.

Insider Experience - Guided tour of old town and food tasting

On a guided walking tour of the old town, discover the stunning medieval architecture including the famous cathedral, and sample a taste of the region including some local cheeses and sweets.

Continue your cruise through the Rhine Gorge, one of the most enchanting highlights of the journey. Widely regarded as the most scenic stretch of the river, you’ll be captivated by steep slopes blanketed in vineyards and crowned by dramatic, ancient castles. Your ship then docks in Rüdesheim, a charming wine town nestled along the gorge. Board the Winzerexpress mini road train for a scenic ride through the town to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, home to one of Germany’s finest collections of automated musical instruments.

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. 

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.

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 will board a glass-top boat and glide past the city’s waterside sights with a local guide. Back on land, if time permits, perhaps grab a map to explore this carefree, cosmopolitan city and its magnificent network of canals.

After breakfast, disembark and be transferred to Amsterdam airport for your onward flight.