Experience the timeless elegance of Western Europe on this exclusive 6-day journey from the charm of the Netherlands to the heart of Germany. From a scenic Rhine River cruise and wine tastings in fairytale castles to walking tours through ancient towns and cultural gems like Luxembourg and Cologne, every moment is curated for sophistication. Stay in handpicked luxury hotels — including historic estates and luxury city landmarks — while enjoying regional cuisine, and immersive local encounters. This is Europe at its finest — intimate, inspiring, and utterly unforgettable.
Special Notes:
•This program includes extended walking on cobblestone streets, hills, and uneven terrain, especially in historic towns and castle sites. It is not recommended for guests with limited mobility or those requiring wheelchairs, walkers, scooters or canes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
•Please advise the RSSC Reservations team when you book this program should you have any special dietary restrictions or requirements. Requests will be sent to our local ground operators for review.
•A minimum of ten guests is required to operate this small group and exclusive to Regent Seven Seas program.
DAY 1
Disembark the ship in Amsterdam and meet your guide. From here, begin this incredible overland journey through Amsterdam and into Germany.
En route, pause for a relaxing refreshment break in Nijmegen, one of the Netherlands’ oldest cities, where Roman history and modern riverside life intertwine.
By early afternoon, arrive in Cologne, Germany’s vibrant cultural capital on the Rhine. Enjoy lunch before checking in at the magnificent Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg, a baroque palace transformed into a 5-star hotel. Perched high above the Rhine, this architectural jewel offers sweeping views across Cologne to the cathedral spires, with interiors blending classical grandeur and contemporary comfort.
In the early evening, enjoy a short transfer to Brauwelt Köln, Cologne’s oldest brewery complex. Here, experience a true taste of local life with a private brewery tour, Kölsch beer tasting, and a traditional 3-course dinner in a historic setting — It’s the perfect introduction to the local life and flavors of the region.
In the evening, immerse yourself in Cologne’s most beloved tradition: beer culture. At BRAUWELT Köln, the city’s oldest brewery complex, take a guided brewery tour, sample Cologne’s world-famous Kölsch beer, and sit down for a traditional 3-course dinner in a historic setting. It’s the perfect introduction to local life, flavors, and conviviality. Overnight at Schloss Bensberg.
DAY 2
Following breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide for a morning dedicated to Cologne’s cultural treasures. Begin at the awe-inspiring Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom), a Gothic masterpiece and UNESCO World Heritage Site which dominates the city skyline. Step inside to admire its soaring nave, medieval stained glass, and centuries of craftsmanship that made this one of Europe’s most iconic cathedrals.
Continue with a sweet highlight, a visit to the Chocolate Museum, where interactive exhibits trace cocoa’s journey from tropical plantations to finely crafted pralines. A tasting is, of course, included.
After some free time in the Old Town’s cobbled lanes and a leisurely lunch at a carefully chosen local restaurant featuring regional specialties, your journey will continue across the border into Luxembourg.
Stop in the fairytale-like village of Vianden, nestled on the banks of the Our River and famed for its own storybook castle and winding cobblestone streets. Wander the medieval streets before continuing to Luxembourg City.
By evening, check in to Le Royal Hotel Luxembourg, a 5-star hotel located in the city center. The evening is free for you to dine at leisure.
DAY 3
Following breakfast at the hotel, settle any incidentals and check out before meeting your guide for a full-day journey into the heart of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg — a country where medieval charm meets modern elegance.
Begin with a guided walking tour of Luxembourg’s UNESCO-listed Old Town where medieval fortifications, charming squares, and the Grand Ducal Palace tell the story of a nation both historic and modern.
After some free time, enjoy lunch at the stylish Brasserie du Cercle, overlooking Place d’Armes and known for refined Luxembourgish specialties.
In the afternoon, continue to the countryside and step into the romantic ruins of the Castle of Beaufort, a medieval fortress surrounded by dense forest.
Travel onward to Echternach, Luxembourg’s oldest town, where the baroque abbey and quiet riverside atmosphere showcase centuries of monastic tradition.
By evening, arrive at the Mosel Valley and check in at the magnificent Schloss Lieser. This restored neo-Renaissance castle-hotel offers opulent interiors, original artwork, and sweeping vineyard vistas — the perfect setting for a tranquil night. Dinner is on your own.
DAY 4
Following breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide and drive to Trier, Germany’s oldest city, founded by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago. A comprehensive walking tour reveals the UNESCO-listed Porta Nigra, the Imperial Baths, and the Roman Amphitheater, with your guide weaving together tales of emperors and medieval bishops.
After a pause for free time, savor lunch at Gastraum by Villa Hügel, a restaurant celebrated for its seasonal menus and panoramic views of Trier. Continue into the Mosel countryside for an exclusive visit to a prestigious winery, where you’ll sample three distinct Rieslings, each shaped by the region’s steep slate slopes and cool climate.
Return to Schloss Lieser by early evening. Enjoy time to relax in the castle’s gardens or spa, or simply savor the ambiance of your historic residence. Dinner is on your own.
DAY 5
Following breakfast at the hotel, check out and depart with your guide along a route steeped in history and wine tradition. Your first stop is the atmospheric Eberbach Monastery, a former Cistercian abbey famed for its centuries-old viniculture and as a filming location for The Name of the Rose.
Continue to Burg Schwarzenstein, a hilltop estate overlooking the Rhine Valley, for an elegant lunch where local flavors are paired with award-winning wines.
In the afternoon, take the cable car up to the Niederwald Monument, a dramatic viewpoint with sweeping views over the river, before descending to Rüdesheim. Here, board a short Rhine River cruise, gliding past castles, vineyards, and storied riverbanks.
By early evening, arrive in Frankfurt for check-in at The Florentin, a modern luxury property in the heart of the city — perfectly located for a final evening at leisure. Dinner is on your own.
DAY 6
Following breakfast at the hotel, settle any incidentals and check out. Guests with early flights will receive
breakfast boxes, while those with later departures may store luggage at reception until their transfer time.
Check out time at the hotel is at 12:00pm. Your private transfer to the Frankfurt International Airport will be based on your flight time.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program details including timings are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing.
•Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.
DAY 1
9:00am Disembark in Amsterdam and meet your guide
9:30am Begin the drive to Cologne
11:00am Refreshment en-route (in Nijmegen)
11:30am Drive to Cologne
1:30pm Lunch at a local restaurant
3:00pm Check-in at Schloss Bensberg followed by some free time
5:00pm Drive to Brauwelt Köln
5:20pm Brewery tour, beer tasting, and 3-course dinner
7:50pm Return drive to the hotel
8:10pm Arrive at the hotel
Overnight at Schloss Bensberg or similar hotel
DAY 2
AM Breakfast at the hotel
8:45am Check-out and meet your guide in the hotel lobby
9:00am Drive to Cologne Cathedral
9:30am Visit Cologne Cathedral
10:00am Drive to Chocolate Museum
10:10am Chocolate Museum visit
11:10am Free time
12:10pm Lunch at a local restaurant
1:40pm Drive to Vianden
4:20pm Village of Vianden walking tour
5:20pm Drive to Luxembourg
6:20pm Check-in and dinner on own
Overnight at the Le Royal Hotel Luxembourg or similar hotel
DAY 3
AM Breakfast at the hotel
8:45am Check-out and meet your guide
9:00am City Tour Luxembourg
11:00am Free time
12:00pm Lunch at Brasserie du Cercle
1:30pm Drive to Castle of Beaufort
2:30pm Castle of Beaufort visit
3:30pm Drive to Echternach
4:00pm Echternach visit
4:45pm Drive to Schloss Lieser
5:45pm Check-in at Schloss Lieser. Free time. Dinner on own.
Overnight at Schloss Lieser or similar hotel
DAY 4
AM Breakfast at the hotel
8:45am Meet you guide
9:00am Transfer to Trier
9:45am Trier walking tour
12:45pm Free time
1:15pm Lunch at Gastraum (Villa Hügel)
2:45pm Drive to the winery
3:30pm Winery visit and tasting of 3 wines
6:00pm Walk back to Schloss Lieser
6:05pm Free time. Dinner on own.
Overnight at Schloss Lieser or similar hotel
DAY 5
AM Breakfast at the hotel
8:45am Check-out and meet your guide
9:00am Drive to Eberbach Monastery
11:00am Visit Eberbach Monastery
12:15pm Drive to Burg Schwarzenstein
12:35pm Lunch at Burg Schwarzenstein
2:05pm Drive to Niederwald Memorial
2:25pm Cable car ride up to Niederwald Memorial
2:35pm Visit Niederwald Memorial
3:15pm Cable car ride down
3:25pm Drive to Rüdesheim
3:35pm Rhine River cruise
4:20pm Drive to Frankfurt
5:50pm Check-in and dinner on own
Overnight at the Florintin or similar hotel
DAY 6
From 7:00am Breakfast at the hotel
12:00pm Hotel check out time
TBA Transfer to the Frankfurt International Airport in accordance with your flight details
Luggage storage is available at the hotel for guests with late flights
Extra Nights:
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.
•When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 12:00pm (subject to change).
•Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 6 of your program.
Transfers:
•All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.
•Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.
•Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.
What to bring:
Comfortable clothing for mild to warm weather, light layers for cooler mornings or evenings, walking shoes, a light jacket or umbrella for occasional rain, sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, camera/phone, chargers
Local Currency:
The official currencies are the Euro (€) in Germany, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands.
USD is not widely accepted, so it is recommended to carry euros for small purchases, tips, and local vendors. Credit cards are accepted in most hotels, restaurants, and shops.
Electricity
Standard voltage is 230V with a frequency of 50Hz.
Plug types used are Type C and Type F (two round pins).
We recommend you bring a universal travel adaptor for electric devices.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
A valid passport is required and must be valid for at least six (6) months beyond your travel dates.
Please check with your local embassy or consulate for visa requirements specific to your nationality for entry into Germany, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands (Schengen Area).
For most U.S., Canadian, UK, and EU passport holders, no visa is required for short stays (up to 90 days within a 180-day period).
Guests from other countries may require a Schengen visa.
The above information is subject to change and serves as a guide only. We would like to take this opportunity to remind all of our guests that it is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guest to ensure they meet the entry requirements for each destination.
If traveling internationally, the countries you are flying to and/ or connecting through may have different document requirements and as such we encourage you to visit the government and airport websites of every country you will be traveling to throughout the journey to familiarize yourself with their requirements.
Accommodation:
Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg
Kadettenstraße, 51429 Bergisch Gladbach (near Cologne), Germany
Le Royal Hotel Luxembourg
12 Bd Royal, 2449 Ville-Haute Luxembourg
Schloss Lieser, Autograph Collection
Moselstrasse?33, 54470 Lieser, Germany
The Florentin, an Althoff Collection Hotel
Paul Ehrlich Strasse?9, 60596 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required they will be of equal ratings and standards, and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotel(s) listed in this program.
Program Includes for guests:
•1 night at Althoff Grandhotel Schloss Bensberg or similar hotel, Superior Room
•1 night at Le Royal Hotel Luxembourg or similar hotel, Royal Club Room
•2 nights at Schloss Lieser or similar hotel, Guestrooms with view of vineyard
•1 night at The Florentin or similar hotel, deluxe room
•Daily breakfast at the hotels
•5 lunches - each a 3-course meal at selected gourmet or regional restaurants
•1 exclusive dinner at Brauwelt Köln brewery: includes guided brewery tour, beer tasting, and 3-course meal with paired Kölsch beers
•Private airport transfer
•All guided touring and entrance fees as per the itinerary
•English-speaking professional guide for full program duration
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes for guests:
•Any required visas or passport services
•Any meals and beverages not specified in the program
•Gratuities for drivers and guides
•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry, and room service
Please note:
Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Price: $6,399 per guest based on double occupancy.
Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.
