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Journey along the Rhine, through landscapes shaped by centuries of history, viticulture and art on this 12-day journey from Paris to Zurich or vice versa. Enjoy overnight stops in Paris, Trier and Zurich.
Explore Paris & sail the Rhine
12 Days | 10 Guided Tours | 4 Countries
Pay your respects at the Luxembourg American Cemetery. Discover Roman Trier. Taste Moselle Rieslings and visit the wine town of Bernkastel-Kues. Enjoy scenic cruising past the town of Sankt Goar, home of the Lorelei Rock, and through the Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO Site. Visit fascinating Worms and the university town of Heidelberg. Vineyard-flanked slopes and historic cities, along with hotel stays in Paris and Zürich, make this 12-day cruisetour irresistible.
The Viking difference
The Viking Way means taking you deeper into the heart of each destination. Deeper into the culture, history and local way of life through onshore experiences where the iconic meets the lesser known. Viking strives to foster connections that go beyond the ordinary, with exclusive entry to museums and galleries, visits to castles that hold centuries of history, and meaningful encounters with locals.
Your destination immersion continues onboard Vikings modern fleet, with a carefully curated library, guest lecturers, historians and chefs creating local cuisine. While the heartbeat of their ships and dedicated crew offer a new level of comfort. Whether an enriching voyage through Scandinavia, Northern Europe, or the Mediterranean onboard Vikings small ocean ships, traversing the enchanting waterways of Europe on elegant river ships, or discovering the pristine untouched wilderness of Antarctica and the Arctic on state-of-the-art expedition ships, with Viking, you’ll feel the heartbeat of the world’s greatest destinations.
Inclusions
Viking Inclusive Value:
One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
Port taxes & fees
Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase
Visits to UNESCO Sites
Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances
Onboard gratuities
All Staterooms Include:
Outside staterooms with river view
Bottled water replenished daily
Voltage: 220V & 110V (US outlet), plus USB ports
Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed with optional twin-bed configuration
All Upper & Middle Deck staterooms have a full veranda or French balcony (a floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door)
40" or 42" flat-screen Sony® TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, FOX & more
Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control
* All amenities onboard Viking Longships; amenities vary on other ships.
Itinerary
Day 1 | Paris, France
Admire iconic landmarks, such as the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe, or browse the Louvre.
Day 2 | Paris, France
Sip on a coffee at a Parisian café and mingle with locals over an evening cocktail.
Day 3 | Reims, France
Visit the Reims Cathedral and pay your respects at the Luxembourg American Cemetery.
Trier, Germany
Explore highlights of Germany’s oldest city, from Porta Nigra to the Liebfrauenkirche.
Day 4 | Trier, Germany
Discover Trier’s Roman origins; see the 20,000-spectator amphitheater and Roman baths.
Bernkastel, Germany
Stroll along charming cobblestone streets and sample vintages from this wine-making region.
Day 5 | Cochem, Germany
Visit hilltop Reichsburg Castle, see Cochem’s landmarks and taste locally produced mustard.
Day 6 | Koblenz, Germany
Visit the 13th-century Marksburg Castle and capture views from its hilltop location.
Scenic Sailing: Middle Rhine
Sail past hilltop castles along the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO Site, and look for Lorelei Rock.
Day 7 | Mainz, Germany
Savor a taste of Mainz’s storied viticulture, famous for its high-quality white wines.
Day 8 | Speyer, Germany
Discover quaint Speyer and visit its historic Romanesque imperial cathedral, a UNESCO Site.
Day 9 | Strasbourg, France
Encounter this multicultural city and its famed Strasbourg Cathedral; sample Alsatian food.
Day 10 | Basel, Switzerland
Discover the gateway to the Swiss Rhineland, where French, German and Swiss borders meet.
Zürich, Switzerland
See landmarks including the Rathaus and the city’s many churches; sail the scenic lake.
Day 11 | Zürich, Switzerland
Explore a lively arts scene and indulge in a sweet treat from one of the city’s chocolatiers.
Day 12 | Zürich, Switzerland
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and journey home.
*Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.
Booking terms and conditions apply.
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Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.
