EMERALD CRUISES — RHINE RIVER
Tulip Time on the Rhine
Amsterdam to Lucerne with Tulip Gardens
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Book by August 31, 2026
DAY BY DAY
Your complete itinerary — 11 days, four countries & two overnight city stays
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1Day
Depart Home
Home airport
Your spring European adventure begins today as you fly to Amsterdam. Fields of tulips and the beautiful Rhine await.
2Day
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Netherlands · Embarkation · Overnight
Dinner includedAirport transfer included
Welcome to Amsterdam — one of Europe's most enchanting cities, where 700 years of history unfold along a magnificent network of canals. You'll be met at the airport and transferred directly to your elegant Star-Ship. Settle in, explore the ship's wonderful amenities, or take your first stroll along the waterfront. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a lovely dinner onboard. Meals: D
3Day
Amsterdam — Keukenhof Gardens
Netherlands · Full day
Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerKeukenhof Gardens includedWelcome Gala Dinner
This morning brings one of the true highlights of the entire journey — a visit to the legendary Keukenhof Gardens, the 'Garden of Europe.' Seven million flower bulbs burst into bloom across perfectly manicured pathways, creating a breathtaking tapestry of color that must be seen to be believed.
Return to the ship and cruise gently through the Dutch countryside, past iconic windmills and glowing tulip fields, as the ship makes its way toward the Rhine. This evening, a festive welcome reception and gala dinner set a wonderful tone for the days ahead. Meals: B, L, D
Return to the ship and cruise gently through the Dutch countryside, past iconic windmills and glowing tulip fields, as the ship makes its way toward the Rhine. This evening, a festive welcome reception and gala dinner set a wonderful tone for the days ahead. Meals: B, L, D
4Day
Cologne, Germany
Germany
Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerGuided walking tour includedBotanical Gardens visit includedLocal entertainment onboard
Cologne rewards every visitor with the sheer scale of its history. Your guided walking tour focuses on the remarkable Roman roots of this ancient city, weaving through the atmospheric Old Town before arriving at the soaring UNESCO World Heritage Gothic cathedral — begun in 1248 and still breathtaking after nearly 800 years. A visit to Cologne's Botanical Gardens provides a gentle, colorful contrast and a lovely interlude before returning to the ship for local entertainment this evening. Meals: B, L, D
5Day
Koblenz, Germany
Germany · Rhine Gorge sailing
Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerGuided walking tour includedCable car to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
Few moments on the Rhine match the drama of arriving in Koblenz, where the Rhine and Moselle rivers converge in a spectacle that has captivated travelers for millennia. Your walking tour puts you right at the heart of it — standing at the famous 'German Corner' monument where the two great rivers meet, before visiting the graceful Church of Our Lady. The cable car crossing to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress high above the river delivers views that are simply unforgettable. This afternoon's sail through the Rhine Gorge past the Lorelei and ancient castle-crowned hilltops is the perfect finale. Meals: B, L, D
**The included Koblenz tour and the Optional Add-On operate simultaneously — only one may be selected.
Additional Activities & Experiences
Optional add-on—
Moselle & Cochem (Reichsburg) Castle Visit (additional expense)
**The included Koblenz tour and the Optional Add-On operate simultaneously — only one may be selected.
6Day
Ludwigshafen / Schwetzingen
Germany
Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerSchwetzingen Palace & Gardens included
Today brings a true hidden gem — Schwetzingen Palace, one of Europe's most elegant royal retreats. The palace gardens are simply magnificent: a masterpiece of design preserved exactly as they were centuries ago, adorned with more than 100 sculptures throughout the sweeping grounds. It is a wonderfully relaxed and memorable morning. Meals: B, L, D
Additional Activities & Experiences
Active Option
Guided vineyard hike in Bad-Dürkheim (included — replaces palace tour)
Included experience
Schwetzingen Palace & Gardens
7Day
Strasbourg, France
France · Alsace
Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerGuided city tour included
Strasbourg is a city that genuinely stops you in your tracks. Half French, half Alsatian, and entirely captivating — its UNESCO World Heritage city center, the Grande Île, feels like stepping into a storybook. Your guided tour winds through centuries-old timber-framed buildings, across canals, and into the shadow of the spectacular Gothic cathedral before setting you free to discover the irresistible La Petite France neighborhood on your own terms. Meals: B, L, D
8Day
Breisach & Neuf-Breisach
Germany · France
Breakfast · Lunch · DinnerGuided city tour included
Today's experience is unlike any other on the river — a visit to two cities literally divided by the Rhine. Breisach on the German side and Neuf-Breisach on the French side tell a fascinating story of history, borders, and resilience. A guided tour takes in the main highlights of both, including the remarkable UNESCO World Heritage fortress that overlooks Neuf-Breisach from above. Meals: B, L, D
Additional Activities & Experiences
Active Option
Guided bike tour in Breisach (included — replaces city tour)
Included experience
A tale of two cities divided by the Rhine
9Day
Basel to Lucerne
Switzerland · Hotel stay begins
Breakfast includedCoach transfer includedGuided walking tour included
After breakfast, disembark in Basel and transition from river to mountains as a comfortable coach carries you into Switzerland. Lucerne greets you with a setting of extraordinary beauty — a shimmering lake, snow-capped peaks, and a perfectly preserved medieval old town. Your included walking tour crosses the famous 14th-century Chapel Bridge and passes the elegant Town Hall, the Alps forming a picture-perfect backdrop at every turn. The rest of the afternoon is yours to enjoy at your own pace. Meals: B
10Day
Lucerne
Switzerland · All day and overnight
Breakfast · DinnerFarewell dinner included
Wake up to one of Europe's finest views and spend the day entirely as you please. Lucerne's old town is made for unhurried exploration — charming lanes, waterfront promenades, excellent cafés, and some of Switzerland's best boutique shopping. This evening, gather with your fellow travelers for a wonderful included farewell dinner at the hotel. Meals: B, D
Additional Activities & Experiences
Optional add-on—
Mt. Pilatus — a spectacular alpine excursion high above Lucerne (additional expense)
11Day
Lucerne to Home
Switzerland · Flight home from Zurich
Breakfast includedAirport transfer included
Bid a fond 'auf wiedersehen' to Europe and head home with wonderful memories of tulips in bloom, magnificent cities, and the beauty of the Rhine in spring. Meals: B
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Special Group Pricing From:
$5,639
Per person · Before discounts
Contact Rick & Tracey to book
9-DAY CRUISE ONLY2028 from $4,395 per person
- Inclusive luxury journey with a wealth of amenities
- All prices before savings shown above
2027 DEPARTURES
Mar 26
Mar 31*
Apr 9
Apr 11
Apr 16*
Apr 21*
Apr 25
2028 DEPARTURES
11 DAYS · 2 NIGHTS IN LUCERNE
Mar 21*
Mar 28*
Apr 7
Apr 11*
Apr 18*
Apr 28
9-DAY CRUISE ONLY
Mar 30
Apr 7
Apr 14
Apr 21
Apr 28
May 5
* Operates Lucerne to Amsterdam · 9-day cruise-only dates sail in both directions
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
âś” Spacious outside staterooms
âś” Exceptional dining with a regional flair
âś” Award-winning luxury cabins
âś” Two nights in Lucerne (11-day trip)
âś” Wines, beers & soft drinks
âś” Shore excursions with active options
âś” Indoor pool & Gym
âś” Bicycles onboard for use ashore
âś” Personal listening device
âś” Gratuities, taxes & Wi-Fi ($400 value)
WHY BOOK WITH RICK & TRACEY?
âś” Personal service from first call to final travel documents
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âś” Rick & Tracey have personally cruised 10+ river voyages across
Europe, the Amazon and beyond
âś” Rivers sailed include the Danube, Rhine, Douro, RhĂ´ne, SaĂ´ne,
Moselle, Nile and Amazon
✔ Rick & Tracey have visited all seven continents — at least twice
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SPECIAL GROUP PRICING & CABINS
All-inclusive pricing · Exclusive group savings · Singles available
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EXCLUSIVE GROUP SAVINGS
Take $1,200 per person off 2027 prices below
Take $1,700 per person off 2028 prices below
Book by December 30, 2026
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| Departure dates | IDEAL FOR SOLOCAT D / EPicture Window | CAT B / CPanorama Balcony | MOST POPULARCAT APanorama Balcony | CAT SGrand Balcony | CAT SAOwner's Suite |
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| 2027TAKE $1,200 PP OFF PRICES BELOW | All prices shown per person (pp) before savings | ||||
| Mar 26, 31* · Apr 9, 11, 16*, 21*, 25 | $5,639 | $6,549 | $7,019 | $7,515 | $8,519 |
| 2028 · 11 days with 2 nights in LucerneTAKE $1,700 PP OFF PRICES BELOW | |||||
| Mar 21*, 28* | $5,000 | $6,260 | $6,470 | $6,890 | $8,080 |
| Apr 7, 11*, 18*, 28 | $6,100 | $7,360 | $7,570 | $7,990 | $9,180 |
| 2028 · 9-day cruise onlyTAKE $1,700 PP OFF PRICES BELOW | |||||
| Mar 30 | $4,395 | $5,655 | $5,865 | $6,285 | $7,475 |
| Apr 7, 14, 21 | $4,695 | $5,955 | $6,165 | $6,585 | $7,775 |
| Apr 28 · May 5 | $5,195 | $6,455 | $6,665 | $7,085 | $8,275 |
* Operates Lucerne to Amsterdam · 9-day cruise-only dates sail in both directions
Cat D / E
IDEAL FOR SOLO TRAVELERSPicture Window Stateroom
Riviera Deck
From (before savings)$4,395
Cabin Features
Large panoramic picture window
Approx. 160 sq ft · two twin or one large bed
Stylish en-suite bathroom with upscale amenities
Climate control · flat-screen TV
Indulgent toiletries, hair dryer & bathrobes
Safe, umbrella & walking sticks
WiFi & daily water bottle per person
Gratuities & port charges (approx. $400 value pp)
Cat B / C
Panorama Balcony Suite
Vista Deck · Middle Deck
From (before savings)$5,655
Cabin Features
Floor-to-ceiling panorama balcony window
Approx. 170 sq ft · two twin or one large bed
Stylish en-suite bathroom with upscale amenities
Climate control · flat-screen TV
Indulgent toiletries, hair dryer & bathrobes
Safe, umbrella & walking sticks
WiFi & daily water bottle per person
Gratuities & port charges (approx. $400 value pp)
Cat A
MOST POPULARPanorama Balcony Suite
Horizon Deck · Upper Deck · Prime Views
From (before savings)$5,865
Cabin Features
Floor-to-ceiling panorama balcony window
Approx. 170 sq ft · two twin or one large bed
Stylish en-suite bathroom with upscale amenities
Climate control · flat-screen TV
Indulgent toiletries, hair dryer & bathrobes
Safe, umbrella & walking sticks
WiFi & daily water bottle per person
Gratuities & port charges (approx. $400 value pp)
Cat S
Grand Balcony Suite
Horizon Deck · Upper Deck · Extra Spacious
From (before savings)$6,285
Cabin Features
Full-width panorama balcony window
Approx. 210 sq ft · two twin or one large bed
Stylish en-suite bathroom with upscale amenities
Climate control · flat-screen TV · lounge area
Indulgent toiletries, hair dryer & bathrobes
Safe, umbrella & walking sticks
WiFi & daily water bottle per person
Gratuities & port charges (approx. $400 value pp)
Cat SA
Owner's One Bedroom Suite
Horizon Deck · Upper Deck · Ship's Largest Suite
From (before savings)$7,475
Cabin Features
Full-width panorama balcony window
Approx. 300 sq ft · separate living room
Private bedroom · king bed
Stylish en-suite bathroom with upscale amenities
Indulgent toiletries, hair dryer & bathrobes
Safe, umbrella & walking sticks
WiFi & daily water bottle per person
Gratuities & port charges (approx. $400 value pp)
9-day cruise only: Amsterdam – Basel, no Lucerne hotel stay. Prices are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to change. Offer subject to change until deposited. Itinerary is
subject to change and may operate in reverse order. We reserve the right to correct errors. Single supplement
available — contact Rick & Tracey for details.
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Ship & Deck Plan
Emerald Luxury Star-Ship
Award-winning river cruising · Maximum 182 guests · Built for discovery and comfort
Only 182 Guests
Indoor Heated Pool
Sky DeckCinema
Wellness Spa & Gym
Active Excursions Available
Terrace Alfresco Bar
Emerald Star-Ship · Deck Plan Click to enlarge ↗
What's on board
Dining & Drinks
Reflections Restaurant · inspired regional cuisine
Sheltered alfresco dining at the front of the ship
Horizon Bar · cocktails & river views
All meals, wines & soft drinks included with lunch and dinner
Wellness & Leisure
Indoor heated swimming pool
Wellness spa, fitness centre & library
Open Sky Deck for scenic cruising
Cinema & extra-special included excursions and events
Activities & Service
Active touring options such as biking & hiking
Personal listening devices while touring
Onboard cultural talks & lectures
All gratuities & port charges included (a $400 pp value)
Delectable Cuisine & Beverages · Click to enlarge ↗
Indoor Heated Pool · River View · Click to enlarge ↗
Horizon Bar & Lounge · Click to enlarge ↗
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Videos
Tulip Time Cruise
Between Lucerne and Amsterdam
Incredible Tulip Time Scenes
Emerald River Cruise · Netherlands
Budapest Highlights
UNESCO World Heritage · Pearl of the Danube
Prague & ÄŚeskĂ˝ Krumlov
City of a Hundred Spires · UNESCO gem
Emerald Star-Ship Experience
River Cruise Life on Board
Have a Question or Ready to Reserve Your Cabin?
Rick and Tracey answer every enquiry personally — usually within a few hours
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