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7 Night The Majestic Rhine

From Frankfurt to Zurich

Emerald Destiny

Emerald Cruises
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14046473
  • Departs: Mon, Aug 31, 2026
  • Returns: Mon, Sep 7, 2026
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Aug 31, 2026
    Day
    1
    Frankfurt, Germany
    • Frankfurt, Germany
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 1 - Monday - Aug 31, 2026
    Day
    1
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Mainz, Germany
    Welcome to Frankfurt, you will be met and transferred to the ship in Mainz on the Rhine River. A warm welcome awaits from your captain and crew as your board your luxury Emerald Waterways river cruise ship. This evening join your fellow travellers for dinner onboard. Your cruise director will also conduct a port talk to review the activities and itinerary for the days ahead. If flying into Frankfurt, please book your flights to arrive between 10 am and 2 pm. ...
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    Tuesday - Sep 1, 2026
    Day
    2
    Rudesheim, Germany
    • Rudesheim, Germany
    Arrive in Rudesheim, one of Germany's most popular towns. Your included tour will be a visit to the Siegfried's Mechanical Music Museum. Continue exploring and taste the famous "Rudesheimer Kaffee", made with Germany's most famous brandy Asbach Uralt. Tonight the captain will be delighted to host the Welcome Gala Dinner. ...
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    Wednesday - Sep 2, 2026
    Day
    3
    Koblenz, Germany
    • Koblenz, Germany
    Cruise to the 2,000-year-old town of Koblenz, which is situated at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Visit the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress on the opposite side of the river. This fortress was part of the Prussian defenses against the French in the 19th century and later used as a headquarters for the American military during WWII. Discover More: Moselle & Cochem Visit (extra expense) ...
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    Thursday - Sep 3, 2026
    Day
    4
    Mannheim, Germany
    • Mannheim, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Heidelberg, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Mannheim, Germany
    Continue sailing to the town of Mannheim, located at the confluence of the Rhine and Neckar rivers. Visit the medieval town of Heidelberg including the impressive castle which overlooks the town. Enjoy free time to explore Heidelberg before returning to the ship for lunch and an afternoon sailing.
    Friday - Sep 4, 2026
    Day
    5
    Rastatt Landing, Germany, Germany
    • Rastatt Landing, Germany, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Baden-Baden, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Rastatt Landing, Germany, Germany
    This morning sail into the Rhine-side town of Rastatt and journey to the hidden jewel of Baden-Baden. Nestled in a beautiful landscape along the border of the Black Forest, Baden-Baden was settled by the Romans, with ruins dating back to 210 AD. Enjoy a guided walking tour followed by free time to stroll the historic Kurhaus Colonnade, shop the elegant boutiques of the old town, or join EmeraldACTIVE guided hike to Hohenbaden Castle, known locally as Altes Schloss - 'Old Castle'. EmeraldACTIVE: Hiking to Altes Schloss in Baden-Baden. ...
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    Saturday - Sep 5, 2026
    Day
    6
    • Kehl, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Strasbourg, France
    • Bus Travel
    • Kehl, Germany
    Once docked in Kehl you will be transferred by coach across the river to Strasbourg, the capital city of the Alsace Region in France and official seat of the European Parliament. In Strasbourg, you will have a canal tour on a "batorama" passing by many attractions of the Alsatian capital, in particular the famous Petite France and tanners' quarter, the Covered Bridges, and the Vauban dam, the Neustadt imperial quarter, and some European institutions. EmeraldPLUS: Canal Boat Tour in Strasbourg ...
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    Sunday - Sep 6, 2026
    Day
    7
    Breisach, Germany
    • Breisach, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Colmar, France
    • Bus Travel
    • Breisach, Germany
    Begin your magical morning with a tour to Colmar, a town fill of half-timbered houses, flower-decked town centre, cosy streets, and lively restaurants and shops in the Alsace region of north-eastern France. The city is renowned for its well preserved old town, numerous architectural landmarks, and museums. Enjoy a guided city tour passing the Unterlinden Museum, Maison des Tetes, Church of St. Martin, and the Little Venice quarter. Alternatively, join EmeraldACTIVE guided bike tour. EmeraldACTIVE: Guided Bike Tour. ...
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    Monday - Sep 7, 2026
    Day
    8
    Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 8 - Monday - Sep 7, 2026
    Day
    8
    • Bus Travel
    • Zurich, Switzerland
    Welcome to Switzerland and the Rhine-side town of Basel, the centre for Switzerland's pharmaceutical industry. After your breakfast you will disembark your ship and transfer to the airport in Zurich for your homebound flight. Please schedule flights to depart after 11:30 am in Zurich.


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