London, Romantic Rhine, Netherlands, and Alsace - Crucevita (2025)

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Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.

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Discover London on a panoramic tour with a local guide that showcases the city’s culture and history. You’ll see famous sites such as the Parliament, the River Thames, and Buckingham Palace, where you might witness the iconic Changing of the Guard (depending on the dates). In the evening, we’ll establish a meeting point in Piccadilly to take a stroll through Leicester Square, Chinatown, and Soho, areas renowned for their lively atmosphere, theaters, and entertainment options. You’ll have plenty of restaurants to choose from for dinner before we return to the hotel.

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In the morning, we’ll visit the British Museum, one of the world´s oldest museums, where we’ll see traces of cultures from all around the world. At lunchtime, after some free time, we’ll head to Camden, a district renowned for its vibrant and eclectic street market. There, you can explore unique items and artifacts from around the globe and enjoy lunch at one of its little restaurants or food stands.Around 4:00 p.m., we’ll depart for Colchester, the oldest recorded town in England, and enjoy a leisurely stroll through its historic streets. We’ll then continue to Harwich to board the ferry for an overnight voyage to the Netherlands, staying in en suite cabins.Important note: Due to the limited number of cabins available on the ferry, the itinerary may be adjusted. We might travel from London to Amsterdam via a daytime ferry, with an overnight stay in Antwerp, or alternatively, take a train or flight to Amsterdam.

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Around 8:00 a.m., we’ll arrive in Hoek van Holland (Hook of Holland) and make a stop in Volendam, a picturesque fishing village. Then, we’ll travel to Amsterdam for a panoramic tour of the city, where we’ll see its most iconic landmarks. We’ll also see the famous diamond-cutting technique. For dinner, we’ll provide a transfer to Rembrandtplein, a vibrant area filled with restaurants offering cuisine from all over the world, and located near the famous Red Light District, known for its diverse nightlife.

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Embarkation & dinner on board:After breakfast, we’ll bid farewell to our travel companions and transfer to board the MS Crucevita in Amsterdam (Coenhaven or Zaandam port) to begin our Rhine Valley Cruise. Check-in starts at 4:00 p.m., but if you arrive earlier, you may leave your luggage at reception and take the opportunity to explore the city on your own. In the evening, a welcome reception and dinner will be included and we´ll spend the night in Amsterdam.

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Cruise with full board included:After breakfast, we’ll embark on a tour of Amsterdam, often called "The Venice of the North." With over 800 years of history, the city is renowned for its charming canal houses, hidden courtyards, and the vibrant blend of cultures and nationalities that fill its streets. The afternoon will be free to visit museums, explore the city at your leisure, or take an optional tour to the northern region of the country. We’ll sail through the night.

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Cruise with full board included:After breakfast, we’ll transfer to Amsterdam to continue exploring the city. We recommend visiting its museums and strolling through the canal-lined streets to soak in its charm and vibrant atmosphere. The afternoon will be free, with an optional guided excursion to the northern region of the country. We’ll sail through the night.

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Cruise with full board included:We’ll arrive in the fascinating city of Nijmegen, the oldest city in the Netherlands, proudly showcasing its rich history dating back to Roman times, evident in its well-preserved archaeological sites and monuments. We’ll take a stroll through its historic center, after which you’ll have free time to visit impressive landmarks such as St. Stevenskerk and the Valkhof Museum, among others. We’ll sail through the night.

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Cruise with full board included:We’ll arrive early in Cologne, one of Germany’s most prominent cities. Our walking tour will take us through the historic center of this millenary city, concluding at its most iconic landmark: the Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom), the seat of the Archbishopric. The afternoon will be free to explore the city’s breweries, shopping streets, and perfumeries, or to take an optional visit to nearby Düsseldorf. After dinner, we’ll set off and travel overnight.

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Cruise with full board included:Today, we’ll explore one of Europe’s most stunning landscapes—the famed Romantic Rhine. This 65-kilometer stretch, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is celebrated for its breathtaking scenery, historic significance, and captivating tales, including the legend of the Loreley siren.At either end of this picturesque route lie Koblenz and Rüdesheim, two charming cities we’ll have the chance to visit during this enriching day. We’ll sail 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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Breakfast & disembarkation:We’ll wake up in Mainz, the city where Johannes Gutenberg invented the movable-type printing press. Its historic center, crowned by its thousand-year-old cathedral, contrasts beautifully with the vibrancy of this modern university city. At 09:00 a.m., passengers must vacate their cabins, though luggage can be stored at reception until departure time. After breakfast, we’ll enjoy a guided tour of Mainz (please check compatibility with flight schedules), after which our services will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories. 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.