Excursions on the Rhine

12 excursions available

Colmar, the Hansi Village and its Museum

We will leave by coach for Colmar. Discover the charming old town and its historic center with prestigious monuments such as the Maison des Têtes, built at the beginning of the 17th century and named as such for the 111 heads decorating the outside. Strolling through the city is the best way to take in the beauty of the colors, sights, and sounds in Alsace. We'll come across the quaint quarter known as "Little Venice," once a fishing merchant hub along the Quai de la Poissonnerie. Our tour will continue on to the Hansi Village and its museum. Jean-Jacques Waltz, also known as Oncle Hansi, was an Alsatian artist and activist considered a French hero during both World Wars for his critiques of the Germans. The museum traces his legacy through his considerable works and the impact he had on Alsatian folklore. After the outing, you’ll be transferred back to the ship. PLEASE NOTE The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate.

4h00Authentic

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Full-day excursion aboard the Glacier Express Train

Departure from Basel in the company of your hostess for Andermatt and excursion aboard the "Glacier Express”. We'll board the Glacier Express for a panoramic voyage of the Alps. You'll discover the breathtaking beauty of Swiss landscapes through this unique and unforgettable moment. We'll enjoy lunch on board the train or in a restaurant (depending on availability). Back to Basel where our ship is moored. PLEASE NOTE Good walking shoes are recommended. For your information, please note that the coach ride should last approximately 3,5 hrs from Basel to Andermatt, and 3,5 hrs from Coire to Basel. The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate. INCLUDED in the GSB cruise.

10h00Authentic

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Mainau Island and the Rhine Falls

Departure from Basel for our excursion to Mainau Island and Lake Constance. There's so much to admire and discover in Mainau, one of the most famous tourist spots in Germany: park and gardens, nature and botany using all your senses. We'll have lunch on the island. Afterwards, we'll visit the Rhine Falls. The Rhine Falls are among the most spectacular sites to visit in Switzerland. You'll also discover the Laufen Castle and its impressive view overlooking the rumbling falls. PLEASE NOTE Good walking shoes are recommended. The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate. Visit in the company of a CroisiEurope hostess. Length: approx. 12hrs including 6hrs transportation by coach.

12h00Authentic

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A Day in the Jungfrau Region

You'll leave by coach from Basel for Lauterbrunnen (an approximate 2.5-hour drive), known for its breathtaking scenery and natural beauty. From there, you'll board the rack railway that will take you through the Eiger and Mönch mountains to Europe’s highest railway station. The railway, inaugurated in 1912, climbs steadily through the spectacular scenery in the Swiss Alps. Breathtaking views of snow-capped summits, majestic glaciers, and verdant valleys await. The apex of this excursion is Jungfrau Station. Perched at an altitude of over 11,000 feet (3,454 meters), the station offers astonishing views of the Great Aletsch Glacier and surrounding peaks. The train ride is an unforgettable experience combining adventure, nature, and remarkable engineering. Enjoy a specialty at a restaurant for lunch. For your return, you'll take the train to Eigergletscher Station, where you'll board a gondola lift to Grindelwald Terminal. This will be another moment to take in the exceptional views of the Alps. After you arrive in Grindelwald, you'll return to Breisach by coach (an approximate 3.5 - to 4-hour drive). PLEASE NOTE The order of the visits can change Times are approximate Dress for the weather! During your journey to Jungfraujoch–Top of Europe and the highest train station on the continent, you will reach an altitude of over 11,000 feet (3,454 m), which is high-mountain territory. Winter-like temperatures under freezing (32° F/0° C) are frequent in summer, and the weather can change very quickly. Basic equipment for this excursion includes a jacket, closed-toe shoes, gloves/mittens, hat, scarf, and sunglasses to protect your eyes from the high-altitude sun. We also recommend eating a hearty breakfast and carrying one bottle of water per person. What are the medical precautions to consider when traveling by train through the Jungfrau Region? Trains allow for quick transportation to the higher altitudes. As the train climbs higher, the air pressure drops and, consequently, the oxygen level does as well. People in good health can adapt to the rapid increase in medium altitudes and high altitudes up to 13,100 feet (4,000 meters) without any adverse effects. Severe altitude sicknesses (altitude edemas) appear, at the earliest, after 6 to 12 hours at altitudes of over 8,200 feet (2,500 meters).Therefore, altitude sickness is unlikely during our short stay at the Jungfraujoch. Nevertheless, do not set out on high-altitude journeys unless you feel like you're in perfect health. High altitudes can be risky for certain heart, lung, vascular, and blood diseases. Medical advice is recommended under certain circumstances. For babies and children, please consult your pediatrician if you have any doubts.

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Eguisheim and the Alsatian Wine Route

We’ll leave by coach from Breisach with our tour guide to visit the charming village of Eguisheim. Enjoy a stroll around the ancient city walls and discover the village's quaint streets full of lovely, colorful half-timbered homes. Keep an eye out for the stork nests propped high on homes and belfries. Afterwards, we’ll travel by coach to a farmhouse inn for a traditional local lunch. Everything during the meal is made with fresh farm produce: pot pies, smoked meats, old-fashioned potatoes, Munster cheese, and huckleberry pie. We’ll spend the afternoon traveling along the Alsatian Wine Route. You will see a myriad of well-known places, including Albert Schweitzer’s birthplace, Kaysersberg; Bergheim, known for its witch trials; Ribeauvillé, the City of Fiddlers; and Riquewihr, in the heart of the vineyards. We’ll stop at a wine cellar on the Wine Route to taste* the famous white wines of Alsace. After our tour, we’ll return on board the ship in Breisach. PLEASE NOTE Times are approximate. The order of the visits can change. Please wear comfortable, sturdy walking shoes. *Alcohol can be dangerous to your health. Please drink in moderation. INCLUDED in the SBS cruise.

9h00Authentic

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Hike to the Eberbach Monastery

This hike along the foothills of the Taunus Mountains will bring us to the impressive Eberbach Monastery, which served as the backdrop for the film The Name of the Rose. We’ll enjoy a guided tour of the abbey as well as a tasting* of some local Rhine Valley wines. (Approximately 2 hours 45 minutes, 5 mi./8 km, 820 ft./250 m elevation gain) PLEASE NOTE *Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation. The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate.

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Guided tour of the Cité de l'Automobile in Mulhouse

Departure from Vieux Breisach towards Mulhouse for our guided tour of the largest car museum in the world. The Cité de l'Automobile's collection includes over 500 vehicles, from masterpieces to sports cars dating from 1878 Europe up to the present day. The Schlumpf Collection, located in a former textile factory from 1880 and spread out on 20,000 m², comprises more than 400 specimens listed as historical monuments. The museum contains the largest and most comprehensive collection of Bugatti motor vehicles in the world, including the Bugatti Royale Coupé Napoléon and an impressive number of Rolls-Royces. Return on board. PLEASE NOTE Good walking shoes are recommended. The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate. INCLUDED in the GSB cruise.

4h00Authentic

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Musée Lalique

We’ll leave by coach from Gambsheim for Wingen-sur-Moder. The Musée Lalique is located in the village where René Lalique set up his glass factory in 1921. The museum crisscrosses the universe of this luxury brand by highlighting its glassware. René Lalique, his successors, and the history of their iconic creations are presented within the spacious, modern halls. René became one of the greatest names of his time, both as a jeweler and a master glassmaker. His instantly recognizable style was a significant influence in the Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements. The museum is tucked away in a beautiful, natural setting and provides a retrospect on the art of glassmaking. The collection contains 650 fascinating works from its private collection, as well as from the company’s warehouses, loans from Parisian museums, and private collections. This is the only museum dedicated to Lalique in Europe. The exhibit is organized by theme and era and provides a good overview of creations, Art Nouveau jewelry, modern crystal, and Art Deco glassware. The locale allows visitors to get a spirit of the craft through large-format photos and audio-visual displays focused on the jewelry, drawings, perfume bottles, tableware, lights, mascots, or vases. And because no object exists without talent, the museum pays respect to the men and women who have kept the art of glassmaking alive over the centuries. The special exhibit dedicated to Christmas in December is a pure delight to see. The older and newer objects for that special time of year are on display in a sparkling setting. And in celebration of Advent, a new door in the calendar is opened every day, revealing a crystal surprise. We'll return to the ship by coach. PLEASE NOTE The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate.

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Walk the Appoloweg trail

Set out on the Appoloweg trail, where you’ll bask in the picturesque landscapes and countrysides along the Moselle River. We’ll encounter gorgeous views and enchanting castles in the middle of a wild natural reserve. The castle in Cochem, known as Reichsburg, sits on a mighty crag over the Moselle River and overlooks the centuries-old vineyard below. (Approximately 3 hours, 4.3 mi./7 km, 1,148 ft./350 m elevation gain). PLEASE NOTE The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate.

3h00Experience

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Guided tour of Colmar

Guided tour of Colmar, the capital of Centre Alsace. Discover with our hostess a city rich with more than one thousand years of European history. Astonishingly unaffected by the passage of time, its homogenous historic center has been listed as a preserved sector and very carefully restored and enhanced for more than twenty years. Discover with our hostess the marvelous setting of Old Colmar, the historic center, the "little Venice" district, the former customs and the cathedral square. Enjoy some free time before coming back on board by coach in Breisach. PLEASE NOTE The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate.

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Burgundy: the Grands Crus Wine Route

In the afternoon, set off on the Grands Crus Wine Route, including Gevrey-Chambertin and the Clos de Vougeot, with a visit of the Chateau du Clos de Vougeot. As early as the 12th century, monks from the Citeaux abbey built winegrowing outbuildings in the middle of the vines. The main building strongly influenced by the Renaissance style was added in the 16th century. The Clos Vougeot remains the symbol of more than 1000 years of Burgundy history. The journey continues to a wine estate for a tasting* of Burgundy wines. Here you will discover a traditional vineyard, visit the cellars that hold barrels and bottles, then take part in a commented tasting of the famous wines from the region. Return on board. PLEASE NOTE Good walking shoes are recommended for this excursion. The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate. *Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.

4h00Authentic

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