The Great Journey through Europe

Explore the cultural and scenic treasures of the heart of Europe on this unique cruise and rail itinerary tracing the Rhine River from the Swiss Alps to the North Sea. Begin your “grand tour” in Switzerland, with two nights at the deluxe Hotel Schweizerhof in the beautiful lakeside town of Lucerne and two nights’ first-class accommodations in the pristine alpine resort of Zermatt, nestled beneath the craggy profile of the Matterhorn. During your stay in Switzerland, you will experience the soaring majesty of the Alps on three of Europe’s most spectacular rail journeys—the Mt. Pilatus Railway, the Glacier Express and the Gornergrat Bahn. Travel overland to Basel and board the deluxe M.S. Amadeus Princess for a five-night voyage down the Rhine River through France, Germany and Holland to Amsterdam, passing Gothic cathedrals, medieval castles, terraced vineyards, rustic villages of half-timbered houses and the legendary Lorelei Rock en route. A special Amsterdam Post-Program Option is also offered.

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