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| 25 October 2026 | SYDNEY/ZURICH Depart Australia |
| 26 October 2026 | BASEL Welcome to Switzerland and the start of your European journey. Arrive in Zurich where you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in Basel. The rest of your day is at leisure to explore this city of art and culture that sits on the banks of the Rhine River |
| 27 October 2026 | BASEL Transfer from your hotel to board your 5-star Scenic Space-Ship this afternoon, meet your fellow guests and raise a glass to the start of a fascinating journey ahead of you at this evening’s welcome reception. |
| 28 October 2026 | BREISACH Located between the Rhine River and the legendary Black Forest, Breisach is a food and wine destination that shares its border with the Alsace region. It was almost destroyed during World War II but was meticulously rebuilt with its traditional cobbled streets and pastel houses restored to their former glory.Explore the region with your choice of one of these Scenic Freechoice excursions:
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| 29 October 2026 | STRASBOURG Strasbourg is the capital of the Alsace wine region, where sherbert-coloured, half-timbered houses heave together on the banks of a complex network of canals. It’s a captivating blend of France and Germany, of a medieval past and an innovative future. Strasbourg has an infectious, youthful energy and you’ll regularly see the locals enjoying spontaneous soccer games and pop-up wine bars.Explore the city and its surrounds on one of these Scenic Freechoice tours:
Depart to Mannheim this afternoon. |
| 30 October 2026 | MANNHEIM Arrive in Mannheim this morning. A large metropolitan centre, Mannheim still runs along its recognisable 18th -century grid pattern and is known for its grand Baroque squares, fountains and palace. Your Freechoice excursions today will take you away from the city to discover more of the surrounding region.Choose between these immersive Scenic Freechoice experiences this morning:
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| 31 October 2026 | RÜDESHEIM This morning, discover Rüdesheim, a pretty town surrounded by steep vineyards that have been cultivating wine for more than two millennia. The charming town centre is filled with half-timbered houses lining cobbled streets, quaint shops selling trinkets, as well as a smattering of wine taverns and open-air beer gardens.Make your selection from this morning’s Scenic Freechoice tours:
Relax on board this afternoon as you cruise through the picturesque Rhine Gorge, where the landscapes could have been pulled from the pages of a fairytale. This 65-kilometre stretch of the river is dotted with some 40 hilltop castles and fortresses that span a period of 1,000 years. Look out for the Lorelei statue, dedicated to the tragic legend of a beautiful maiden. |
| 01 November 2026 | COCHEM A medieval gem resting on the banks of the Moselle River, Cochem will make you feel as if you are stepping directly into a fairy-tale. The traditional town is nestled on the riverbanks, with pastel-coloured buildings, half-timbered houses, cobbled laneways and an enchanting medieval hilltop castle surrounded by sloped vineyards. Explore Cochem your way with one of these Scenic Freechoice excursions:
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| 02 November 2026 | BERNKASTEL Another wonderfully preserved riverside town, Bernkastel is home to an atmospheric market square with buildings that date to the 13th century and the relics of Landshut Castle sitting high above on a hill, where archaeological remains from the fourth and fifth centuries were uncovered in 2012. It also sits at the heart of the Moselle Valley wine region and one of the world’s most famous Riesling vineyards, Bernkasteler Doctor, is just on the edge of town.Discover Bernkastel your way on one of these Scenic Freechoice excursions:
Tonight, experience an enchanting private classical concert in the breathtaking surroundings of the World Heritage-listed Liebfrauenkirche, or Church of Our Lady, in the heart of the Roman city of Trier for your Scenic Enrich Experience. During the concert, admire the incredible architecture and intricate stained-glass windows of the church as you are immersed in magnificent classical music. |
| 03 November 2026 | CRUISING DAY Today is a highlight of your journey. Enjoy a full day on board your luxurious Space-Ship as it cruises through the spectacular Moselle Valley, renowned as one of the most picturesque passages of waterways in Europe. The steep banks are lined with postcard-perfect villages, terraced vineyards, historic half-timbered houses and hilltop castles. Open the windows to your private Scenic Sun Lounge and admire the uninterrupted vistas as you cruise gently through the valley. You can also use this day to relax in the Salt Therapy Lounge or book in for a spa treatment (at an extra cost). |
| 04 November 2026 | KOBLENZ One of Germany’s oldest cities, Koblenz was founded by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago and is brimming with history. It sits where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet and promises a mélange of French and German cultures. Koblenz is filled with parks and flowers and is the gateway to both the romantic Rhine Valley and the beautiful Moselle Valley.Choose to explore your way with today’s Scenic Freechoice:
Your Scenic Space-Ship will overnight in Koblenz, offering you the opportunity to explore the city after dark. |
| 05 November 2026 | DÜSSELDORF The city of Düsseldorf is known for its art scene and fashion industry. This affluent centre was dubbed ‘Little Paris’ by Napoleon and is filled with museums, galleries and luxurious shops. Its charming old town is home to around 260 pubs and bars, and the harbour precinct blends the old with new: historic quay walls, warehouses and silos rub shoulders with striking architecturally designed buildings by the likes of Frank Gehry.Choose from one of today’s Scenic Freechoice excursions:
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| 06 November 2026 | ARNHEM Arrive in Arnhem after lunch. Located at the edge of the Veluwe Nature Reserve, the city offers a beautiful landscape surrounded by dense forest, lush green parklands and riverside promenades. Arnhem also played an important role in World War II and the campaign ultimately helped bring about the end of the conflict.Explore your way with one of these Scenic Freechoice excursions:
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| 07 November 2026 | ANTWERP Crossing the border this morning, you’ll dock in Antwerp, Belgium’s second city and one of the world’s most important seaports. Despite being bombed extensively during World War II, it retains its medieval heart, cobbled lanes, riverside fortress and impressive cathedral. Today, Antwerp is considered one of the coolest cities in Europe, famed for its vibrant fashion, entertainment and culinary scenes.These interesting Freechoice excursions are available today:
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| 08 November 2026 | BRUINISSE Dock this morning in Bruinisse, a mussel fishing village set on an ocean estuary. Known simply as ‘Bru’ it’s a popular holiday destination for its beaches, rich heritage and sumptuous seafood. It’s also the gateway to the 13th century town of Veere, considered one of the prettiest in the Netherlands.Choose from a range of Scenic Freechoice excursions this morning:
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| 09 November 2026 | DORDRECHT Arrive this morning in Dordrecht. One of the oldest cities in Holland, it dates back to the 11th century. Dordrecht was once an important merchant city, drawing its wealth from wood, grain and wine. More than 1,000 historic monuments can be found in its historic centre, many of which have been reborn as restaurants, museums and theatres.Choose one of the following Scenic Freechoice excursions this morning:
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| 10 November 2026 | AMSTERDAM Your cruise finishes in Amsterdam. Today you will disembark and transfer to your hotel for the next 2 nights. The rest of your day is at leisure. The Netherland’s capital is a treasure trove of architectural beauty, galleries filled with masterpieces, 16th-century canals, narrow cobbled laneway, and streets busy with cyclists. Often referred to as the Venice of the North, much of the UNESCO-listed canal system exists today as it did hundreds of years ago, lined with well-preserved houses and intersected by charming bridges |
| 11 November 2026 | AMSTERDAM Today you will enjoy a full day tour to explore the idyllic village of Giethoorn, ‘the Green Venice of Holland’ and learn traditional Dutch crafts in Zaanse Schans |
| 12 November 2026 | AMSTERDAM/SYDNEY Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end and today you will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the airport for your flight home. |
| 13 November 2026 | IN FLIGHT |
| 14 November 2026 | ARRIVE SYDNEY |
This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions.

