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River Cruise

The Rhine and Moselle with Lucerne and Zurich

2026

River Cruise

The Rhine and Moselle with Lucerne and Zurich

The Rhine and Moselle with Lucerne and Zürich

Embark on a 12-day journey, cruising from Amsterdam to Basel along scenic waterways, before continuing to Lucerne. Explore Zürich and Lucerne on land, and experience the iconic cogwheel train to the summit of Mt Pilatus for stunning panoramic views. A perfect blend of river cruising and alpine adventure.

12 Days River Cruise

Itinerary

To view the itinerary's day-by-day details, simply click on your preferred day from the interactive list. Discover daily activities, special experiences and insider local tips that make your journey a memorable one.

Amsterdam to Zurich

12 days / 11 night River Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Amsterdam

Day 2

Amsterdam 

Day 3

Cologne, Brühl

Insider Experiences

Day 4

Cochem

Day 5

Rüdesheim

Day 6

Strasbourg

Insider Experiences

Day 7

Breisach

Day 8

Basel, Lucerne

Day 9

Lucerne

Enhance Your Journey

Day 10

Lucerne, Zürich

Insider Experiences

Day 11

Zürich

Day 12

Depart Zurich

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Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

Seven nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship, two nights in Lucerne and Zurich
Explore ten towns, villages and cities  
Services of a Travelmarvel  Cruise Director and local guides
26 meals – 11 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 9 dinners
Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drinks, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
Transfers, port charges and tipping
Travel to the peak of Mt Pilatus along the world’s steepest cogwheel railway
Discover Lucerne and Zurich on guided tours

Tour Highlights

These are carefully crafted experiences designed to take your holiday from amazing to extraordinary.

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Discover Cochem

Discover Cochem with a visit to the fairytale-like castle. Perched high above the Moselle River, the castle offers panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards and rolling hills. Wander through its medieval halls and towers, where you can imagine the centuries of history, and explore beautifully restored rooms that evoke the charm and elegance of bygone eras.

Canal Cruise in Amsterdam

Board a glass-top boat and glide through Amsterdam’s maze of waterways with a local guide, before enjoying some free time.

View of Katz Castle and the Middle Rhine Valley in autumn. Germany
Katz Castle or Burg Katz is a castle ruin above the St. Goarshausen town in Rhineland-Palatinate region, Germany

Rhine sailing

Enjoy a leisurely Rhine sailing, where scenic beauty unfolds at every turn. Cruise past fairytale castles, charming villages, and lush vineyards, all framed by the majestic backdrop of the Alps. A serene and picturesque way to experience the heart of Europe’s most iconic river and its enchanting landscapes.

What's On Board

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Cruise Aboard Travelmarvel's State-of-the-art River Ships

Travelmarvel’s latest fleet of European river ships shines bright. Named after the most luminous stars in European skies, every inch of these contemporary vessels has been custom-designed for your enjoyment.

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What our customers are saying

What a great way to see some amazing scenery, learn some incredible history and walk in the steps of ancients. I would recommend this tour and this company to everyone i speak to.

The food was outstanding, the rooms very comfortable - everything was wonderful. There were great sight seeing trips and the guides were very knowledgeable.

Weather was glorious, food was like Masterchef every night and the team were very friendly and welcoming.

Thank you for ensuring everything from the major to the minor details were so thoroughly covered so that a perfectly smooth holiday flowed for us...

Thank you for making our first European trip so memorable. We will treasure our memories.

Each one of (our Tour Guides) was great, knew their area and history and were very approachable.

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Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change

  • Prices are for cruise and land only. Flights are not included unless specified

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