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Legendary Rhine and Moselle Cruise

May 11 - 24, 2011

One of the many castles along the Rhine River

With tour leader Wilmer Martin


Travel through five amazing countries along the legendary Rhine and vineyard-rich Moselle rivers, starting off in vibrant, canal-lined Amsterdam. Go south on the path of historic legends and sail the fabled Rhine River Valley. Cruise past some of Europe’s most spectacular scenery, where castles and historic sites greet you at every turn. Sail the meandering Moselle River, the Rhine’s breathtaking tributary. Be enchanted by scenery of sylvan woods, ancient Roman ruins, and vineyards where vines cling bravely to spectacularly steep slops. Visit postcard-perfect towns such as Koblenz, Cochem, Trier, Bernkastel, Rüdesheim, Strasbourg and Colmar. Trace the footsteps of the Romans as you sail through The Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg, France and Switzerland–all rich in UNESCO World Heritage sites. There will be time for group worship, sharing, fellowship and relaxation. Join Wilmer Martin, president of TourMagination, on this scenic and relaxing cruise. It will be a trip to be remembered!

Wednesday & Thursday, May 11 &12
The tour departs from Newark, New Jersey, and Toronto, Ontario, on overnight flights to Amsterdam, The Netherlands. We will be met and escorted to the River Queen ship by a Uniworld representative.

Friday, May 13
This morning we will enjoy a cruise through Amsterdam’s canal system as we tour the city from the water. Later, we will marvel at the works of the Dutch masters in the renowned Rijksmuseum. This evening we will be greeted by the Captain as we join him for the Welcome Dinner.

Saturday, May 14
Today in Germany we will stroll through Cologne’s (Köln’s) Old Town’s streets on a walking tour by the Cologne Cathedral to the fascinating Roman-Germanic Museum, which illustrates everyday life during the times of the Roman Empire.

Sunday, May 15
Deutsches Eck, Koblenz
Deutsches Eck, Koblenz
The featured excursion on Sunday is a walking tour through the picturesque streets of Koblenz, learning from our guide about this town’s history and importance to the region. Koblenz is situated on both banks of the Rhine at its confluence with the Moselle, where the Deutsches Eck (German Corner) and its monument of Emperor William I on horseback are situated.

Monday, May 16
During a walking tour of Cochem, history will come to life in its half-timbered houses and Gothic Reichsburg Castle. There will be a chance to taste the wine of this region in the idyllic village of Ediger-Eller.

Bishop's Palace & Basilica, Trier
Bishop's Palace & Basilica, Trier
Tuesday, May 17
Our panoramic tour today of UNESCO World Heritage Site, Trier, one of the oldest Roman outposts along the Moselle, takes us by the Roman Imperial Baths and the Porta Nigra, and is capped off by a visit to Constantine’s throne room.

Wednesday, May 18
Our guided tour of the independent sovereign state of Luxembourg includes viewing Our Lady Cathedral, the Grand Ducal Palace and a World War II cemetery, which is the resting place of General Patton.

Thursday, May 19
We will discover Bernkastel today with its over 700-year history, historic vineyards and one of Germany’s most picturesque market squares surrounded by many well-preserved half-timbered houses as well as the Renaissance city hall built in 1608. Especially well-known is the very small and narrow so-called “Spitzhäuschen” (the “Pointed House”) which dates back to 1416. At the center of the market square lies the fountain of St. Michael.

Friday, May 20
In the morning, we’ll cruise the scenic 40 miles of the middle Rhine Valley, classified a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With its vine-filled slopes and its 40 or so castles strung like pearls along the river banks, this is the perfect example of the romantic Rhine. In Rüdesheim, we will visit Siegfried’s mechanical Music Museum, showcasing a unique collection of self-playing musical instruments.

Saturday, May 21
Speyer Cathedral
Speyer Cathedral
In Speyer, our walking tour will take us to the Old Town and the grand Speyer Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the rest of the day as we cruise toward France.

Sunday, May 22
As you see Strasbourg, France, today from a canal boat you will feel like you have stepped back in time as we sail through the Old City with its half-timbered houses. We will take time to worship together this afternoon or evening and will enjoy the Captain's Farewell Dinner.

Monday, May 23
We will discover the well-preserved medieval city of Colmar today as we take a walking tour through the cobblestone streets. Then we continue on toward Basel, Switzerland.

Tuesday, May 24
After the ship docks in Basel, we will disembark and transfer to the Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Euro Airport for our journey back to North America. You will take many memories home with you from this unique way of experiencing Europe.


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