Today, you’re going on an Alpine adventure from Milan to Tirano. Reach Tirano from Milan by coach, then enjoy a stroll before boarding a spectacular train ride through the Engadin Valley to the Bernina Pass. Witness scenery from wild gorges to icy glaciers, before arriving in St Moritz. Explore this Swiss alpine resort town before returning to Milan by coach.
Spend the rest of your evening at leisure.
Travel time: Driving – approx. 5.5 hours / Train – approx. 2.5 hours
St. Moritz visit
Bernina Pass rail journey
Continue your tour with another train journey to Stresa, on the shores of Lake Maggiore. After checking into your hotel, explore the town’s Belle Époque architecture and scenic waterfront as you please.
Travel time: Train – approx. two hours
Today, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the Borromean Islands. Following breakfast, take a ferry to the islands of Isola Bella and Isola Madre, famous for their baroque palaces and verdant gardens.
Continue on to discover Lake Como via the Centovalli (‘A Hundred Valleys’) Railway, widely considered one of the most spectacular lines in the world. Travel from Domodossola to Locarno, where you will stop to enjoy the Swiss lakeside town.
On arrival at Lake Como, enjoy the evening at leisure.
Travel time: Driving – approx. 2.5 hours / Train – approx. 90 minutes
Centovalli rail journey
Locarno visit
Lake Como stay
Today you will enjoy a full-day tour of Lake Como and Bellagio. Your morning will start with a walking tour of Como’s city centre before you set off on a cruise across the lake. Enjoy an afternoon spent freely in Bellagio, known as the ‘Pearl of the Lake’, before returning to Como.
Bid farewell to Como after breakfast, then venture onward to Bergamo by coach. Here, you’ll enjoy lunch and the chance to explore the city. Ascend the Citta Alta, guarded by 16th-century Venetian Walls, and discover its narrow streets and generational cafes.
Later, continue to your lakeside hotel at Lake Garda.
Travel time: Driving – approx. three hours
Today is yours at leisure on the shores of Lake Garda. Familiarise yourself with the local olive oil production, sample the town’s wines or stroll the shoreline of Italy’s largest lake.
This morning, head to Romeo and Juliet’s home city and see its main attractions, from the Verona Arena, Piazza delle Erbe and the fabled houses of Shakespeare’s young lovers.
Later, venture into the Valpolicella region, renowned for its rolling landscapes and vineyards. Taste famed Amarone wines in the countryside before returning to Lake Garda for an evening spent freely.
Travel time: Driving – approx. 90 minutes
Today, you will head to Venice by coach, followed by an hour of free time for lunch. Then, enjoy a 30-minute gondola ride (shared) through the city’s canals, followed by a walking tour. Weave through the narrow alleys and across small bridges to discover the city’s main attractions, including the Rialto Bridge, Piazza San Marco with its basilica, Doge’s Palace and Bridge of Sighs.
Check in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at your own pace. With your included Vaporetto pass, you’ll have 48 hours to explore Venice’s streets and bridges with ease by water.
Travel time: Driving – approx. two hours
Spend the day exploring the floating city of Venice at your own pace.
Tonight, gather with your fellow travellers to say farewell to your time in Italy and raise a glass to your Italian adventure at a local restaurant.
After breakfast, it’s time to bid farewell to the floating city. Check out of the hotel, meet your transfer and head to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) for your included flight to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS). Make your own way to the hotel once you’ve arrived.
Spend the evening at your leisure.
Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast at the hotel before venturing out to explore the city at your leisure. Spend your day wandering through the picture-perfect cobblestone streets, lined with quintessential examples of Gothic architecture. Stroll over the countless bridges that straddle the canals and explore the city’s rich history with a trip to the Van Gogh Museum and Anne Frank House. Travel through the city like a local by hiring a bike and heading out to the vast green parks and uncovering the iconic nightlife scene after dark.
This afternoon, head to the luxurious five-star Scenic Space-Ship, where you’ll be invited to embark and settle into your elegant suite.
Indulge in all-inclusive luxury with spacious Balcony Suites featuring innovative Scenic Sun Lounges that convert your window into an open-air balcony. With butler service for all guests, multiple dining venues and complimentary premium beverages throughout the day, your journey offers unparalleled comfort and cultural immersion as you discover Europe’s most captivating destinations.
Spend the remainder of your day exploring the ship’s exceptional facilities, from the world-class Crystal Dining restaurant and Panorama Lounge Bar, to the wellness area with state-of-the-art fitness centre, massage rooms and the unique Salt Therapy Lounge.
As evening approaches, gather with fellow guests for a welcome reception before enjoying your first dinner onboard.
Welcome to Dordrecht! After a leisurely breakfast, disembark to explore one of Holland’s oldest cities, dating back to the 11th century. For today’s activities, choose between a walking tour of Dordrecht’s historic centre with its 1,000-plus monuments, a visit to the famous blue and white pottery at the Royal Delft Museum in the nearby city of Delft, or discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed windmills of Kinderdijk.
Return to your ship as it cruises south towards your next destination.
This morning, dock in the charming mussel fishing village of Bruinisse, the gateway to the enchanting 13th-century town of Veere. Your options for onshore adventures today include a guided tour of Veere’s medieval merchant houses and impressive Great Church of Veere, a visit to the remarkable Delta Works engineering project that protects the Netherlands from flooding, or an excursion to a local oyster farm where you’ll learn about (and sample) fresh oysters.
Spend the afternoon relaxing onboard or take advantage of the ship’s Sun Deck to admire the passing scenery.
Cross into Belgium this morning and arrive in its second-largest city Antwerp, renowned for its medieval heart and contemporary fashion scene. Today, you can either join a guided walking tour through the city to explore the magnificent Cathedral of Our Lady and Steen Castle, embark on a full-day excursion to the World War I battlefields of Ypres and Passchendaele (with lunch at a local restaurant included), or indulge in a craft beer and chocolate pairing experience.
Return to your ship for an evening at leisure.
Today you’ll cruise into Germany and arrive in Arnhem after lunch. Set at the edge of the Veluwe Nature Reserve, this heritage city played a pivotal role in World War II. This afternoon, select from three tour options today: visit the Airborne Museum Hartenstein to learn about the Battle of Arnhem, explore the fascinating Netherlands Open Air Museum showcasing Dutch life over the centuries, or discover the opulent Paleis Het Loo with its impressive art collection and grand gardens.
Enjoy dinner onboard as you overnight in Arnhem.
Welcome to Düsseldorf, Germany’s fashion capital dubbed ‘Little Paris’ by Napoleon, an affluent city blending historical charm with cutting-edge architecture.
Choose from today’s possible onshore adventures: join a walking tour from the harbour to the charming old town, explore the Rhine’s banks on a cycling tour to the heritage area of Kaiserswerth, discover Düsseldorf’s Altbier brewing tradition with tastings at local microbreweries, or uncover the city’s artistic side with a visit to the contemporary K21 K21 Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen museum for contemporary art.
Return to your ship for dinner and evening departure.
Today is a highlight of your journey as you spend a full day cruising through the spectacular Moselle Valley. Relax in your suite’s private Sun Lounge and watch as postcard-perfect villages, terraced vineyards, half-timbered houses and hilltop castles glide past your window. Take advantage of this leisurely day to indulge in the wellness facilities, book a spa treatment, or simply unwind on the Sun Deck with a glass of wine.
After a day of relaxation, you’ll arrive in the medieval fairy-tale town of Cochem later this evening.
Wake up in enchanting Cochem, a medieval gem nestled on the Moselle Valley’s banks with its hilltop Reichsburg Cochem castle surrounded by sloped vineyards. This morning, choose your adventure for the day: take a walking tour of the castle and then explore the town’s charming cobbled streets, or join an e-bike cycling tour along the gentle riverside path to nearby towns of Valwig and Bilstein.
This afternoon, you’ll cruise through the heart of Germany’s wine country towards Bernkastel.
Arrive in the wonderfully preserved riverside town of Bernkastel, located in the heart of the Moselle Valley wine region. Today’s onshore excursion options include: a walking tour of the atmospheric market square and 13th-century half-timbered houses, an excursion to the charming Roman city of Trier to see the famous Porta Nigra gate, or a wine tasting at one of the region’s most renowned wineries.
This evening, enjoy a private classical concert in the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage-listed Liebfrauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) in Trier. Admire the incredible Gothic architecture and intricate stained-glass windows as you’re cocooned by magnificent classical music. Return to the ship to get a good night’s sleep.
Discover Koblenz, one of Germany’s oldest cities founded by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago, where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet. Choose from today’s possible adventures: explore the old town’s winding streets and historic Florinsmarkt church on a walking tour, get your heart pumping with a challenging walk to visit the magnificent Marksburg Castle perched high above the Rhine, or journey to the nearby charming medieval town of Limburg an der Lahn with its stunning cathedral.
Tonight, you’ll be staying in Koblenz overnight, so take the time to explore the city after dark before returning to your luxury cabin.
This morning, relax onboard as you cruise through the magnificent Rhine Gorge, a 65-kilometre UNESCO World Heritage-listed stretch dotted with 40 hilltop castles and fortresses. Watch for the famous bronze Lorelei Statue, dedicated to the legend of a beautiful maiden.
This afternoon, arrive in Rüdesheim am Rhein. This quaint wine town is surrounded by steep vineyards that have been cultivating wine for more than two millennia. Your afternoon onshore excursions include: visit Siegfried’s Mechanisches Musikkabinett museum of mechanical musical instruments, or join a guided hike through rolling vineyards followed by a cable car journey back to the town.
Your ship departs late this evening, so take the time to wander Rüdesheim’s enchanting laneways some more before returning to the ship.
Arrive in metropolitan Mannheim this morning. This grand city is renowned for its dynamic blend of cultural heritage and modern innovation.
Today’s experiences take you to nearby Heidelberg: choose from an orientation walking tour of the Altstadt (Old Town) with free time to explore, a comprehensive historical tour of the town – including a visit to the striking magnificent Heidelberg Castle and the world’s largest wine barrel, the Heidelberg Tun – or an excursion to Bad Durkheim to visit the renowned Fitz-Ritter vineyard for a tour and tasting.
Return to Mannheim to rejoin your cruise ship. This afternoon, you’ll cruise towards Strasbourg as you cross into France.
Bonjour and welcome to Strasbourg, capital of the Alsace wine region. This captivating city blends French and German influences with infectious energy, where colourful half-timbered houses line a complex network of canals. Today’s possible adventures include: an active walking tour to see the heritage sites like the Grande-Île de Strasbourg and Petite France, journey through the picturesque Alsace wine region to explore Obernai and taste wines in Mittelbergheim, or explore the city’s charming suburbs by e-bike along its more than 500 kilometres of bicycle trails.
Return to your ship to spend the evening at your leisure as you sail towards to Breisach.
Located between the Rhine River and the legendary Black Forest, Breisach is a food and wine destination that shares its border with Alsace. Explore the region with your choice of excursion today: enjoy wine tasting in Germany at Kaiserstuhl’s volcanic vineyards, visit the vibrant French town Colmar with its enchanting canals and half-timbered houses, or discover the picturesque German city of Freiburg on the edge of the Black Forest with its magnificent medieval cathedral.
Return to your ship for a farewell dinner and toast to an unforgettable journey.
Your cruise concludes this morning in Basel. Enjoy one final breakfast onboard before disembarking and transferring to Zurich Airport (ZRH), taking with you lifelong memories of your remarkable journey through Europe’s most enchanting waterways.