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Romantic Rhine Valley and Holland
CroisiEurope Cruise
Two nights in Paris with train ride to Strasbourg, France
Sailing from Strasbourg, France to Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Plus an extra night Amsterdam

TRAVEL DATE

APR 01 - APR 10, 2025

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

The Rhine reveals its history from Strasbourg to Amsterdam

Cruise along the romantic Rhine Valley between historic castles and legendary landscapes, from Strasbourg to Amsterdam via Rüdesheim and its renowned vineyards. Hear the fascinating story of the Lorelei rock before you reach Cologne, one of the oldest German cities. A cruise that will not fail to charm you.

TRAVEL SCHEDULE

Post-Cruise Amsterdam Stay
Day 9 | Wednesday, Apr 9 | Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Day 10 | Thursday, Apr 10 | Depart for US

PACKAGE
INCLUDES

PACKAGES START AT $1995 PER PERSON!

Based on double occupancy

Key Features

Pre-cruise 3-night stay in Central Paris hotel
Paris Metro Card included and Airport Transfer
Train ride from Paris to Strasbourg, France included
1 Night post-cruise stay in Amsterdam
Transfer to Amsterdam airport included

Romantic Rhine with Holland Cruise

Excursions included:
Heidelberg | Rüdesheim: Wine Tasting & Museum | Amsterdam | Excursion to the Keukenhof Gardens
All meals included during the cruise
Onboard drinks included (except drinks from special lists)
Double occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
Assistance from CroisiEurope's onboard multilingual host/hostess
Welcome cocktail
Gala dinner
Onboard entertainment
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
All port fees

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ITINERARY

Pre-Cruise Paris Stay

Day 1 | Tuesday, Apr 1 | Depart US

Depart US
Embark on an exciting journey as you bid farewell to the familiar and set off from the United States. Your adventure awaits!

Day 2 | Wednesday, Apr 2 | Paris, France

Paris, France
Touch down in the City of Lights, where elegance and charm converge. After checking into your Central Paris hotel, take advantage of your included Paris Metro Card and seamless airport transfer. The magic of Paris beckons!

Day 3 | Thursday, Apr 3 | Paris, France

Louvre Museum, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Paris, France
Today, the city is your canvas. Wander along the Seine, savor croissants at a sidewalk café, and lose yourself in the Louvre’s masterpieces. Paris is yours to explore, unscripted.

Day 4 | Friday, Apr 4 | Paris - strasbourg, France

Bastiaan from Nieuwegein, Netherlands, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Paris - Strasbourg, France
Depart from your Parisian haven aboard a scenic train to Strasbourg, nestled in the heart of Alsace. As the French countryside unfolds outside your window, anticipate the blend of medieval architecture, Alsatian cuisine, and the warm embrace of this picturesque city. Bon voyage!

ACCOMMODATIONS

We will be staying in a hotel in central Paris.

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Romantic Rhine and Holland Cruise

Day 4 | FRIDAY, Apr 4 | Strasbourg, France

Strasbourg, France
Passengers are welcome to board the ship at 5:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Departure for Mannheim at 6pm. Night sailing

Day 5 | SATURDAY, Apr 5 | Mannheim - Nierstein - Rüdesheim, GermanY

Mannheim - Nierstein - Rüdesheim, Germany
Join us on an excursion for both packages: Heidelberg.

Cruise towards Rüdesheim.

The afternoon, join us for the excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: Guided tour of Rüdesheim by touristic train, tasting of the famous wines of the region and guided visit of the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments.
DISCOVERY: Hiking through the vineyards in Rüdesheim

In the evening, enjoy time at leisure to discover the Drosselgassse.

Day 6 | SUNDAY, Apr 6 | Rüdesheim - Cologne, Germany

Rüdesheim - Cologne, Germany
The morning we'll spend the morning cruising to Cologne on what is known as the "Romantic Rhine," the dazzling section between Rüdesheim and Koblenz. We'll set out to discover of the city before cruising to Amsterdam. Tonight is our gala evening and dinner.

Day 7 | MONDAY, Apr 7 | Amsterdam, the Netherlands or surroundings

Amsterdam, the Netherlands or surroundings
The day will be spent cruising. Free evening.

Day 8 | TUESDAY, Apr 8 | Amsterdam, the Netherlands or surroundings

Amsterdam, the Netherlands or surroundings
Join us for the excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: Visit of Amsterdam.
DISCOVERY: Bike tour in Amsterdam. You'll be able to explore and learn about all the must-see and out-of-the-way sites.
The afternoon, join us on an excursion for both packages: The Keukenhof floral gardens(1)(only on pre-booking before departure). Outside the opening dates of the park, guided visit of Volendam and Zaanse Schans.

The evening is free to do as you please.

Day 9 | WEDNESDAY, Apr 9 | Amsterdam, the Netherlands or surroundings

Amsterdam, the Netherlands or surroundings
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.

End of CroisiEurope services.

Post-Cruise Amsterdam Stay

Day 9 | Thursday, Apr 9 | Amsterdam, the Netherlands

Basile Morin, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Amsterdam, the Netherlands
One night post-cruise in Amsterdam. Unwind in the enchanting city of Amsterdam after your cruise. Explore the historic canals, visit world-class museums, and savor Dutch delicacies at charming cafés.

Day 10 | Friday, Apr 10 | Depart for US

Minette Lontsie, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Bid farewell to Amsterdam as you transfer to the airport. Reflect on unforgettable memories and take with you the spirit of this vibrant city. Safe travels!

ACCOMMODATIONS

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DETAILS

MS Gérard Schmitter

Named after the founder of CroisiEurope, the MS Gérard Schmitter sails on the Rhine and the Danube, to meet the many wonders offered by these two romantic rivers.

The MS Gérard Schmitter is an intimate-sized Premium ship, measuring 110m long and 11.40m wide. It can accommodate 174 passengers, in 87 cabins spread over three decks. The size of each cabin is 13.50m2, offering amenities and providing guests with all the comforts they need during their stay. Decorated in subtle chocolate brown shades, combined with glimpses of rosy-lilac, gives the ship a welcoming atmosphere. The decoration, created by Maria Rosa Rosello, pays tribute to the founder of CroisiEurope, who liked to paint delicate and flowery designs. Located on the middle deck, the restaurant, where all meals are served during the cruise, offers delicate cuisine in a refined setting, where large windows allow guests to fully enjoy the panorama. On this same deck is also the lounge / bar with a dance floor, while on the sun deck, an ideal place to relax and admire the landscapes, passengers can enjoy comfortable sunloungers, as well as a large shaded area.

Year Built: 2012
Guest Capacity: 174
Length: 361 feet

Crew Size: 34
Decks: 3
Width: 37 feet

CABIN CHOICES *Pricing is for full 10 day package
International air purchased separately

Choose between 3 cabin categories:

Category A : $2349 person
Cabin with "premium" location.

Category B : $2239 person
Cabin with "intermediate" location.

Category C : $1995 person
Cabin can be slightly smaller in size and with "standard" location

Amenities

TV
Telephone (for internal calls only)
Bathroom with shower and toilet
Towels

Safe
Independent air-conditioning
Electricity 220V
Wi-Fi

Please note that there is no laundry service on board the ship.

Deck Plans

Sun Deck

Sun loungers
Large shaded area

Upper Deck

Outside cabins
Small Lounge
Terrace

41 Cabins | French balconies, large panoramic windows
Cat. A : 18 double cabins
Cat. B : 23 double cabins

Middle Deck

Reception
Lounge / bar with dance floor
Restaurant
Terrace
Outside cabins

21 Cabins | High sliding windows
Cat. A : 16 double cabins
Cat. B : 4 double cabins | 1 PRM cabin

Main Deck

Outside cabins

25 Cabins | High windows
Cat. A : 12 double cabins
Cat. B : 4 double cabins
Cat. C : 9 double cabins

FLIGHTS, INSURANCE, PASSPORTS, ETC.

Once we have the trip confirmed, and once the date is closer, I will be available to help secure flights and pre/post hotel reservations.

Travel insurance can be added to your trip for all those unexpected occurrences. If you would like more information on coverage available, please visit the TRAVEL INSURANCE PAGE. If you are interested in pricing based on your age and package amount, please mark the appropriate box on the reservation form.

PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED ! Please be sure to apply for your passport at least 3 months prior to your travel date.

Please click the link below to read more about how to apply for a passport.
travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/passports.html