Basel is a vibrant Swiss city on the Rhine, known for its exceptional museums, historic old town, and relaxed riverside atmosphere. Sitting at the meeting point of Switzerland, France, and Germany, it has long been a crossroads of culture and trade. With its blend of medieval architecture, modern design, and lively cafés along the river, Basel provides a fitting and memorable starting point for a journey along the Rhine. To begin our journey in style, we are delighted to welcome guests the evening before departure with a special reception on 10 July at Restaurant DuPont, beautifully situated directly on the Rhine. With drinks, conversation and the river flowing beside us, it is the perfect way to come together and set the tone for a truly memorable cruise.
VOYAGE I – 11-18 JULY – BASEL TO AMSTERDAM
Breisach, perched above the Rhine and surrounded by vineyards, is a welcoming riverside town close to both the Black Forest and the villages of Alsace. Its historic centre, cathedral views, and peaceful atmosphere make it a pleasant and picturesque pause on a Rhine journey. Colmar is a storybook Alsatian town, rich in colour, charm and gentle beauty. Often described as one of the prettiest towns in France, its old centre is a delight to explore, with flower-lined canals, cobbled streets and beautifully preserved half-timbered houses. The quarter known as La Petite Venise is especially enchanting, with cafés, wine bars, and small galleries around every corner.
VOYAGE I – 11-18 JULY – BASEL TO AMSTERDAM
Strasbourg is a historic city at the crossroads of France and Germany, known for its remarkable cathedral, timber-framed houses, and canals that wind through the old quarter of La Petite France. Alongside its medieval streets, the city is also home to several European institutions, giving it a lively and cosmopolitan character. With its mix of history, architecture, and Alsatian cuisine, Strasbourg is one of the most engaging stops on the Rhine.
VOYAGE I – 11-18 JULY – BASEL TO AMSTERDAM
Rüdesheim is a charming Rhine town full of warmth, colour and old-world character. Surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills, it is best known for its narrow cobbled lanes, half-timbered houses and relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. The famous Drosselgasse, with its music, cafés, and wine bars, gives the town a welcoming and festive atmosphere.
VOYAGE I – 11-18 JULY – BASEL TO AMSTERDAM
One of the highlights of the voyage is the passage through the Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage landscape where the river winds between steep vineyard-covered slopes, medieval castles, and small riverside villages. This is the most scenic stretch of the Rhine, best enjoyed from the open deck as the ship passes famous landmarks such as the Lorelei Rock and a succession of hilltop fortresses.
VOYAGE I – 11-18 JULY – BASEL TO AMSTERDAM
Koblenz is one of Germany’s oldest cities, set at the dramatic meeting point of the Rhine and Moselle rivers at the Deutsches Eck. Surrounded by hilltop castles and historic fortifications, the city combines grand riverside scenery with a lively old town of squares, cafés, and traditional buildings, making it a fascinating and scenic stop along the Rhine.
VOYAGE I – 11-18 JULY – BASEL TO AMSTERDAM
As part of your journey, we briefly leave the main Rhine to follow the beautiful Moselle River — a quieter, more intimate waterway known for its winding curves, steep vineyard slopes and fairy-tale towns. This gentle detour allows us to experience a different rhythm of river life, richer in charm, scenery and atmosphere, adding an extra layer of beauty and discovery to the voyage.
VOYAGE I – 11-18 JULY – BASEL TO AMSTERDAM
Cochem is a picture-perfect riverside town, full of charm, colour and storybook beauty. Set along the gentle curves of the Moselle River, it feels intimate and timeless, with half-timbered houses, narrow cobbled streets and inviting cafés lining the waterfront. Rising dramatically above the town is Reichsburg Cochem, a fairy-tale castle that watches over the river and vineyards below. Life here moves at a slower, more relaxed pace, shaped by wine, scenery and centuries of history. Romantic, welcoming and wonderfully atmospheric, Cochem is a highlight of the Moselle and a delightful contrast to the grander Rhine cities.
VOYAGE I – 11-18 JULY – BASEL TO AMSTERDAM
Cologne is a friendly, easygoing city with a strong sense of culture and a love of music. History is everywhere here, yet it never feels stuffy. The city’s great landmark, Cologne Cathedral, rises above winding cobbled streets, colourful old houses and lively squares filled with cafés and conversation. Music has always been part of Cologne’s character, from grand sacred traditions to contemporary and progressive sounds, often enjoyed in relaxed, informal settings. Along the Rhine, riverside walks and small venues invite you to slow down and take it all in. Warm, creative and full of life, Cologne is a city that welcomes you in — and one you’ll remember fondly.
VOYAGE I – 11-18 JULY – BASEL TO AMSTERDAM
Amsterdam is a historic and vibrant city built around a network of canals, known for its elegant townhouses, museums, and lively café culture. With its rich trading history, world-class galleries, and relaxed atmosphere, it offers a fascinating place to explore on foot or by boat and a memorable setting in which to begin a journey along the Rhine. To begin our journey in style, we are delighted to welcome guests the evening before departure with a special reception on Friday 17 July at a restaurant bar, the location for which will be confirmed shortly. With drinks, conversation and the river flowing beside us, it is the perfect way to come together and set the tone for a truly memorable second cruise.
VOYAGE I – 11-18 JULY – BASEL TO AMSTERDAM END
VOYAGE 2 – 18-25 JULY – AMSTERDAM TO BASEL
Düsseldorf is a modern and elegant city on the Rhine, known for its lively waterfront, historic old town and strong tradition of art and design. Often called “the longest bar in the world” for its concentration of traditional breweries and cafés, the old town contrasts with the city’s contemporary architecture and galleries, making Düsseldorf an engaging and varied place to explore.
VOYAGE II – 18-25 JULY – AMSTERDAM TO BASEL
Koblenz is one of Germany’s oldest cities, set at the dramatic meeting point of the Rhine and Moselle rivers at the Deutsches Eck. Surrounded by hilltop castles and historic fortifications, the city combines grand riverside scenery with a lively old town of squares, cafés, and traditional buildings, making it a fascinating and scenic stop along the Rhine.
VOYAGE II – 18-25 JULY – AMSTERDAM TO BASEL
One of the highlights of the voyage is the passage through the Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage landscape where the river winds between steep vineyard-covered slopes, medieval castles, and small riverside villages. This is the most scenic stretch of the Rhine, best enjoyed from the open deck as the ship passes famous landmarks such as the Lorelei Rock and a succession of hilltop fortresses.
VOYAGE II – 18-25 JULY – AMSTERDAM TO BASEL
Rüdesheim is a charming Rhine town full of warmth, colour and old-world character. Surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills, it is best known for its narrow cobbled lanes, half-timbered houses and relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. The famous Drosselgasse, with its music, cafés, and wine bars, gives the town a welcoming and festive atmosphere.
VOYAGE II – 18-25 JULY – AMSTERDAM TO BASEL
Speyer is a small, elegant city with a calm, timeless atmosphere and a deep sense of history. Its compact old town is a pleasure to explore, with gentle cobbled streets, colourful façades and relaxed cafés that invite you to linger. Dominating the skyline is the magnificent Speyer Cathedral, one of Europe’s most important Romanesque buildings and a powerful symbol of the city’s past. Along the Rhine, peaceful riverside paths offer space to slow down and take in the surroundings. Quietly beautiful and unhurried, Speyer feels reflective and welcoming, a serene and rewarding stop on the Rhine.
VOYAGE II – 18-25 JULY – AMSTERDAM TO BASEL
Heidelberg is one of Germany’s most romantic and picturesque cities, set beautifully along the River Neckar and framed by wooded hills. Its historic old town is filled with elegant buildings, cobbled streets and inviting cafés, all leading towards the iconic Old Bridge. High above the city sit the atmospheric ruins of Heidelberg Castle, offering sweeping views across rooftops, river and countryside. Long associated with learning, poetry and music, Heidelberg has a gentle, timeless charm. Graceful, walkable and full of character, it is a city best enjoyed at a relaxed pace, a truly memorable excursion from the Rhine.
VOYAGE II – 18-25 JULY – AMSTERDAM TO BASEL
Strasbourg is a city of beauty, elegance and layered history, where French and German influences blend effortlessly. Its historic centre is a delight to explore, with cobbled streets, canals and timber-framed houses creating a wonderfully romantic atmosphere. At its heart rises the magnificent Strasbourg Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece that has shaped the city’s skyline for centuries. Along the waterways of Petite France, cafés and quiet corners invite you to linger and take in the view. Cultured yet relaxed, Strasbourg feels refined without being formal — a graceful and memorable stop that brings a distinct Alsatian flavour to your Rhine journey.
VOYAGE II – 18-25 JULY – AMSTERDAM TO BASEL
Breisach, perched above the Rhine and surrounded by vineyards, is a welcoming riverside town close to both the Black Forest and the villages of Alsace. Its historic centre, cathedral views, and peaceful atmosphere make it a pleasant and picturesque pause on a Rhine journey. Colmar is a storybook Alsatian town, rich in colour, charm and gentle beauty. Often described as one of the prettiest towns in France, its old centre is a delight to explore, with flower-lined canals, cobbled streets and beautifully preserved half-timbered houses. The quarter known as La Petite Venise is especially enchanting, with cafés, wine bars, and small galleries around every corner.
VOYAGE II – 18-25 JULY – AMSTERDAM TO BASEL
Basel is a vibrant Swiss city on the Rhine, known for its exceptional museums, historic old town, and relaxed riverside atmosphere. Sitting at the meeting point of Switzerland, France, and Germany, it has long been a crossroads of culture and trade. With its blend of medieval architecture, modern design, and lively cafés along the river, Basel provides a fitting and a memorable setting in which to conclude our journey along the Rhine.
VOYAGE II – 18-25 JULY – AMSTERDAM TO BASEL