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7 Night Castles and Vineyards of the Rhine and Moselle Cruise

From Basel (Saxon), (Switzerland) to Nuremberg, (Germany)

Scenic Ruby
Scenic Cruises
5 Stars
Cruise #: 14036857
Sail Date: Wednesday, Apr 15, 2026
Return Date: Wednesday, Apr 22, 2026
Room Types & Rates:
Riverview
$4,595
Suite
$6,195
*Prices are per person based on double occupancy
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7 Night Castles and Vineyards of the Rhine and Moselle Cruise

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Wednesday - Apr 15, 2026
Day
1
  • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
Welcome to Switzerland and the start of your European journey. Basel is a world-renowned center of art and culture that sits on the banks of the Rhine River. Board your 5-star Scenic Space-Ship this afternoon, meet your fellow guests, and raise a glass to the start of a fascinating cruise ahead of you at this evening's welcome reception. Please book your flight to arrive into Basel prior to 3 PM. ...
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Thursday - Apr 16, 2026
Day
2
Breisach, Germany
  • Breisach, Germany
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. ...
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Friday - Apr 17, 2026
Day
3
Rastatt Landing, Germany, Germany
  • Rastatt Landing, Germany, Germany
After a relaxing morning onboard your 5-star Scenic Space-Ship, dock in Rastatt after lunch. Set on the northern edge of the Black Forest region, Rastatt has a well-preserved Baroque center, an abundance of green spaces, two iconic palaces, and a vibrant modern arts and theater scene. It's also the gateway to the spa town of Baden-Baden. Its curative waters, thermal baths, and luxurious hotels made it a favorite retreat of the European elite in the 19th century. ...
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Saturday - Apr 18, 2026
Day
4
Rudesheim, Germany
  • Rudesheim, Germany
This morning, disembark in Rudesheim, a pretty town surrounded by steep vineyards that have been cultivating wine for more than two millennia. It is filled with half-timbered houses along cobbled streets, quaint shops selling trinkets such as cuckoo clocks, as well as a smattering of wine taverns and open-air beer gardens. ...
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Sunday - Apr 19, 2026
Day
5
Cochem, Germany
  • Cochem, Germany
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-colored buildings, half-timbered houses, cobbled laneways, and an enchanting medieval hilltop castle surrounded by sloped vineyards. ...
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Monday - Apr 20, 2026
Day
6
Bernkastel, Germany
  • Bernkastel, Germany
Another wonderfully preserved riverside town, Bernkastel is home to an atmospheric market square with buildings that date to the 13th century and the ruins 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. ...
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Tuesday - Apr 21, 2026
Day
7
Koblenz, Germany
  • Koblenz, Germany
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 melange 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. ...
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Wednesday - Apr 22, 2026
Day
8
Mainz, Germany
  • Mainz, Germany
  • Cruise Ends

Land Segment of Itinerary

Day 8 - Wednesday - Apr 22, 2026
Day
8
  • Bus Travel
  • Nuremberg, Germany
Your cruise concludes this morning in the German city of Mainz. Set on the Rhine River, it's known for its rich Roman heritage, wine growing, university, and striking cathedral. Disembark after breakfast, taking with you wonderful memories of Europe's most beautiful valleys. Please book your flight to depart out of Frankfurt after 11:30 AM. ...
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