Jewels of the Rhine with Lucerne
Live your best life on this 7-night river cruise through Switzerland, Germany, France, and the Netherlands aboard Emerald Cruises’ Emerald Sky. Begin your adventure with an included 2-night pre-cruise program in Lucerne and take a cable car and ice flyer to the magnificent Mount Titlis. Embark in Basel and set out for Breisach, a lovely German town resting amongst rolling vineyards.
Visit Strasbourg’s wine cellars and half-timbered homes in “La Petite France,” and hike beneath the Black Forest evergreen canopy of Grimm’s Fairy Tales. Lace up your hiking boots for a tour of Heidelberg Castle’s Renaissance ruins and enjoy the refreshing white wines of the Moselle Valley’s terraced vineyards. Snap photos of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cologne’s Gothic twin-spired cathedral, and take in the city’s medieval history. Spend a full day in Amsterdam and cruise the canals fronted by stately Dutch Golden Age mansions.
Features
- 2-night Pre-Cruise Program hotel stay at 4-star Radisson Blu, Lucerne—with breakfast, services of a Go Next Program Manager and an expert local guide, and transfers from the Emerald Sky
- Lucerne Pre-Cruise Program walking city tour and half-day excursion to Mount Titlis (includes cable car and ice flyer tickets over glacier park), and private transfers
- 7 nights aboard the Emerald Sky, with all onboard meals and gratuities
- Roundtrip coach airfare* – airport transfers on group travel days
- Complimentary excursions in each port, as well as guided hikes, bike rides, and other outings
- Private Go Next Reception
- Complimentary beer, wine, and soft drinks to accompany lunch and dinner
- Unlimited coffee from state-of-the-art coffee machines and bottled water restocked daily in your cabin
- Onboard entertainment
- Complimentary internet, individual climate control and flat-screen TVs in every suite and stateroom
- Gracious service from a friendly staff
- Smart-casual attire throughout your voyage: no formal wear required
*If a ticket exceeds $1,200 round-trip, the guest will be responsible for the amount in excess of $1,200 at time of acceptance.
Itinerary
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July 6: Depart U.S. for Zurich, Switzerland
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July 7: Lucerne, Switzerland (Hotel)
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July 8: Lucerne, Switzerland (Hotel)
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July 9: Basel, Switzerland - Embark
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July 10: Breisach, Germany
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July 11: Kehl, Germany/Strasbourg, France
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July 12: Ludwigshafen - Heidelberg
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July 13: Koblenz, Germany
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July 14: Cologne, Germany
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July 15: Amsterdam, Netherlands
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July 16: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Air Cities
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Deck Plans
Excursions
Personalize this trip by booking shore excursions that cater to your style. Immerse yourself in local culture by discovering the unique culinary tastes of the area or take a behind the scenes look at the city’s architectural masterpieces that are known around the world. Whether you want to unwind and experience more of the local flare or embark on an epic adventure, there is an excursion waiting for you. Space is limited and fills up quickly, so book your Shore Excursions today!
Included in your voyage:
- Guided tour of Strasbourg
- Guided tour of Heidelberg
- Walking tour of Koblenz with a visit to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
- Guided tour of Cologne’s Old Town
- Canal cruise in Amsterdam
You can click here to see more details about the shore excursions for your sailing. Call us at 866.655.9070 if you would like to book any DiscoverMORE excursions from the list.
More time and peace of mind. Don’t just wave at your port city from the deck—extend your trip with an overnight land stay and city exploration. Spend more time with your feet on the ground and immerse yourself in local culture with engaging tours led by an expert travel guide. Let us handle the logistics of your airport transportation, luggage handling, and so much more, so you can worry less and go all in on your vacation.
Lucerne Included Pre-Cruise Program
July 7+-9
- 2 nights at 4-star Radisson Blu (Lucerne) or similar accommodations, with breakfast
- Lucerne walking city tour with guide
- Half-Day excursion to Mount Titlis, featuring:
– Cable Car ride to Mount Titlis
– Ice Flyer tickets over glacier park (ice flyer is a chair lift) - Transfers between airport*, hotel, and cruise ship, with related luggage handling
+Lucerne hotel check-in is July 7
The Pre-Cruise Program pricing and tour details are subject to change without prior notice.
MOBILITY: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking and may not be suitable for those with walking difficulties. Guests participating in this program must be comfortable with heights and entering/exiting an ice flyer (chair lift)
*FOR GUESTS BOOKING THEIR OWN AIRFARE: Airport transfer is from Zurich Airpot (ZRH) and are only applicable during program dates. You must provide your complete flight details to Go Next 30 days prior to departure in order to ensure airport transfers.
Visa Requirements
If you are not a citizen of the United States or Canada, it is your responsibility to consult with a professional immigration counsel or contact your nearest Embassy or Consulate to obtain the latest, up-to-date information on immigration and entry requirements for the destinations you will be visiting.
Cancellation Policy
If you change your plans or cancel, your rights to a refund are limited. Submit a written cancellation to cancel@gonext.com. Upon receipt of a written cancellation from you, the following fees will apply (as indicated in days prior to tour commencement - cancellation charge (per person).
| 90 days or more | = | $500 per person |
| 89-60 days | = | 35% per person |
| 59-30 days | = | 50% per person | 29-0 days | = | 100% of total fare |
| 126 days or more | = | no penalty |
| 125-61 days | = | 25% penalty of total, per program |
| 60-0 days | = | 100% penalty of total, per program |
Travel Insurance
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