From Prague to Zurich and Treasures of the Rhine - Crucevita (2025)

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Welcome to Prague! Upon arriving at the airport, we’ll transfer you to your hotel. Check the information boards in the hotel reception area for details about the welcome meeting with your guide. In the evening, we’ll transfer you to the Old Town Square, a lively area bustling with tourist activity. You can enjoy dinner at one of the many restaurants offering a variety of international cuisines, including Czech, Chinese, Indian, and Italian. Afterward, there will be a return transfer to the hotel.

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Today, we’ll visit the capital, Prague, the Baroque jewel of Europe. Our local tour guide will lead an informative panoramic tour, highlighting the city’s most outstanding monuments. During the tour, there will be a visit to Prague Castle (admission included). After that, enjoy a boat ride on the Vltava River (included). In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to explore the city on your own.

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We´ll depart early and head to Bavaria, Germany. We’ll arrive in Munich by midday, where you´ll have free time to stroll through the historic city center and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll continue to Austria. Upon arrival in the heart of the Alps, you´ll have time to explore Innsbruck, the capital of Tyrol. There will be time for dinner in the Golden Roof area and Old Town.

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Amidst beautiful landscapes as we cross the Alps, we’ll travel towards Italy. In Venice, we’ll take a boat transfer to St. Mark’s Square, where a local guide will lead us on a walking tour of the city of canals. You’ll also have the chance to see Murano glassmaking in action. Enjoy some free time afterwards, perhaps to take a gondola ride through the enchanting canals. We’ll be staying in the Mestre area.

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We’ll depart, traveling through the Po Valley and into Switzerland, where we’ll enter the picturesque region of Alpine lakes. In Lugano, you’ll have time to explore the capital of the Italian-speaking Swiss canton, located on the shores of a beautiful lake. After lunch, we’ll cross the Alps via the Gotthard Tunnel. We’ll arrive in Lucerne in the afternoon, where we’ll stop to see the Lion Monument and enjoy some free time in this charming Swiss city on the shores of the Lake of the Four Cantons. In the evening, we’ll reach Zurich and take a leisurely walk along the lake.

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Embarkation: We’ll depart from Zurich for Basel, a vibrant city on the banks of the Rhine, located at the intersection of Germany and France. You’ll have the opportunity to stroll through its charming old town, where the Town Hall Square stands out, and visit its impressive cathedral overlooking the Rhine.Afterward, we’ll transfer to the port to board the MS Crucevita and begin your cruise. Check-in begins at 4:00 p.m. However, if you arrive earlier, you may leave your luggage at the reception desk and explore the city at your leisure. In the evening, enjoy a welcome reception and dinner. Overnight stay in Basel.

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Cruise with full board included:In the morning, we’ll visit Basel, the oldest university city in Switzerland. Key landmarks include the Market Square with its lavishly decorated red sandstone Town Hall and the city’s cathedral, a stunning example of late Romanesque and Gothic architecture. In the mid-afternoon, we’ll set sail towards Strasbourg, cruising through the night.

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Cruise with full board included: We’ll enjoy the charm of Strasbourg, the capital of French Alsace and one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, nestled in a region of splendid landscapes. In the morning, we’ll take a tour of the city, starting with a panoramic drive and continuing on foot through its historic center to explore its most significant landmarks. After lunch, you’ll have free time or the option to delve deeper into the heart of French Alsace with a visit to one of its most iconic villages, Colmar. We’ll sail through the night.

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Cruise with full board included:We’ll wake up in Mannheim, the university city at the confluence of the Rhine and Neckar Rivers, where Karl Drais built the first two-wheeled vehicle in 1817 and Carl Benz’s first automobile rolled through its streets in 1886. After a panoramic tour of the city, you’ll have free time or the option to visit Heidelberg and its famous castle. By mid-afternoon, we’ll depart for Mainz, a city we’ll explore in the evening. Overnight stay in Mainz.

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Cruise with full board included:In the morning, we’ll visit the charming village of Rüdesheim. After lunch, we’ll resume cruising along the most picturesque section of the Rhine, the Romantic Rhine, a 65-kilometer stretch recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its breathtaking scenery and historical significance.Upon arrival in Koblenz, a major city located at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle Rivers, we’ll take a guided tour. Afterward, you’ll have free time to explore the city on your own. Following dinner, we’ll set sail for Cologne, gliding through the night along the Rhine.

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Cruise with full board included:Cologne is one of the most remarkable cities in Germany. The city’s cathedral serves as the seat of the Catholic Archdiocese, while its university is among the oldest in Europe. During our visit, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the city’s most iconic landmarks and monuments. After lunch, we’ll resume our journey, sailing into Dutch waters.

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Cruise with full board included:By mid-morning, we’ll arrive in Amsterdam, one of the most vibrant and unique cities in Europe. Known as the "Venice of the North" for its numerous bridges and canals, you’ll have the chance to explore its charming streets during the tour we’ve arranged. Enjoy free time afterward and an overnight stay in Amsterdam.

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Breakfast & disembarkation:Disembarkation is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. Guests must vacate their cabins but may leave their luggage on board and enjoy the common areas or head out to explore the city before their departure.IMPORTANT INFORMATION: - The cruise is subject to river water levels; in the event of rising or falling water levels or any other force majeure event, the captain may be required to modify the program for safety reasons. This will not be considered grounds for claims.- Navigation times are approximate and may be subject to change.- For optimal trip organization, the order of visits may be adjusted.