STRASBOURG - BREISACH - Colmar - BASEL - Mulhouse - Glacier Express - BASEL - Lake Constance(4) - BREISACH - STRASBOURG
Set off on a breathtaking cruise through the heart of Switzerland and experience unforgettable moments surrounded by astonishing natural scenery. Visit the island of Mainau—a beautiful, harmonious, and relaxing oasis.(2) Climb aboard the Glacier Express train and see the most beautiful regions in the Alps from a seat with a panoramic view.
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE
The island of Mainau(2), a veritable verdant paradise with timeless charm
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. at the CroisiEurope dock. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner on board.
Our ship will begin to cruise to Breisach.
We’ll arrive in Breisach in the early morning. Included excursion: Guided tour of Colmar. Colmar is a colorful city bursting with Alsatian charm. You'll discover the picturesque district known as "Little Venice," with its romantic canals and cobblestone streets; the majestic, Gothic-style Saint Martin’s Church; and the remarkable Maison des Têtes, built at the beginning of the 17th century—named as such for the 111 heads decorating the outside. We'll return on board the ship. We’ll spend the afternoon cruising to Basel. Enjoy an evening of dancing.
Today’s excursion is aboard the “Glacier Express.” The most famous train in the world takes you on a panoramic trip through the Alps, from Andermatt to Chur. For much of its journey, the train travels on a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the Rhaetian Railway, taking you to the most jaw-dropping places in the heart of Switzerland. With unspoiled mountains rising majestically towards the sky, you'll discover the breathtakingly beautiful and idyllic scenery that only this unique and unforgettable route can offer. This excursion alone is a picture postcard of Switzerland. We'll have lunch aboard the train or at a restaurant (depending on availability). We'll return to Basel.(3)
Included excursion: The National Automobile Museum in Mulhouse—the largest car museum in the world. The museum traces the history of European automobiles from 1878 to now through an exhibit of 500 historic and prestigious models. You'll discover the world's largest Bugatti collection—with two of the six famous Bugatti Royales (including the Napoleon Coupé)—as well as a large array of Rolls-Royces.
We’ll spend the afternoon cruising to Breisach.
Or an optional full-day excursion: The island of Mainau and Lake Constance(4) (must be reserved before your departure). We'll set out for the island of Mainau in Lake Constance. A perfect harmony reigns on Mainau. Explore the parks and gardens using all your senses, and you'll soon see why it has become one of the most famous tourist spots in Germany. We'll have lunch on the island. After our day, we’ll return on board the ship in Breisach. Join us for our festive gala evening. The ship will begin to cruise to Strasbourg.
Enjoy breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 AM a.m.
For navigational safety reasons, the company and the captain are the only authorized persons who can modify the cruise itinerary.
(1) Free first-class seats for the first 40 travelers registered if the required 130-passenger minimum is reached.
(2) Optional excursion
(3) From Andermatt to Chur (or vice versa). Please note the travel time via coach is 3.5 hours between Basel and Andermatt and the same between Chur and Basel.
(4) Please note that travel time via coach for the Lake Constance excursion is a total of 5 hours.
Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.