Itinerary for May 16, 2026 Departure

Day Date Location Port of Call Guide
1Saturday, 05/16/2026Depart from Welcome to France and the beginning of your cruise. You'll be met by a member of our team at the airport and transferred to Arles, where your friendly 
2Sunday, 05/17/2026Revel in the glory of the Roman Empire today during an insightful visit to Arles, including its UNESCO World Heritage-listed Roman and Romanesque monuArles, France
3Monday, 05/18/2026Avignon has a long and storied history. This fortified town is the former residence of seven consecutive Popes in the 1300s who fled Rome to escape frAvignon, France
4Tuesday, 05/19/2026A snapshot of quintessential France awaits your arrival in Viviers, a town that perfectly encapsulates the medieval days of the region. Pastel coloureViviers, France
5Wednesday, 05/20/2026As we sail down the gently twisting Rhône River into Tournon, you'll be treated to an extraordinary view of a 16th-century castle overlooking the vill 
6Thursday, 05/21/2026As one of the largest cities in France and a former Roman capital, many of the most important moments in French history have taken place in Lyon. But Lyon, France
7Friday, 05/22/2026The birthplace of photography and the centre of Burgundy's wine region is yours to discover today as you travel by road to the quaint village of Beaun 
8Saturday, 05/23/2026After breakfast, you will disembark the Emerald Liberte Star-Ship and be transferred by coach to Basel, where your river cruising journey will continu 
9Sunday, 05/24/2026Today, as part of your marvellous EmeraldPLUS experience, you'll visit the delightful city of Freiburg. Considered the &'Capital of the Black Forest&' 
10Monday, 05/25/2026This morning, You'll arrive in Kehl and disembark your Star-Ship, then be transferred by coach to the picturesque town of Strasbourg. Here, an enthral 
11Tuesday, 05/26/2026This morning, relax on board your Star-Ship as you sail towards Germersheim, following the meandering Rhine River and passing the confluence of the Rh 
12Wednesday, 05/27/2026Today, cruise to the 2,000-year-old town of Koblenz and discover its fairy tale-like surrounds, nestled on the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivKoblenz, Germany
13Thursday, 05/28/2026This morning, you'll have the opportunity to explore Cologne at your own pace, one of Germany's oldest cities that is steeped in history and folklore. 
14Friday, 05/29/2026This morning, discover charming Alkmaar, a picturesque Dutch town just a short distance from the iconic city of Amsterdam. Explore its historic centreAmsterdam, Netherlands
15Saturday, 05/30/2026This morning after breakfast, it' time to bid farewell to your fellow guests and disembark your Star-Ship. You'll then be transferred to the airport, Amsterdam, Netherlands
 

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