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11 Night Paris to the Swiss Alps Cruise and Land Tour from Paris

Ship: Viking Hild
Cruise Line: Viking River Cruises
Sailed:  Saturday, Apr 16, 2022 from Paris, France
Ended: Wednesday, Apr 27, 2022
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Saturday, Apr 16, 2022 departure of the Viking Hild. If Viking River Cruises modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Saturday - Apr 16, 2022
Paris, France
Paris, France      
Arrive in Paris, the romantic capital of France. Transfer from the Charles de Gaulle airport to your hotel for a two-night stay. After check-in, enjoy free time to explore this exciting city, or join our "welcome walk" to stretch your legs and get oriented.
Day 2 - Sunday - Apr 17, 2022
Paris, France
Paris, France      
Today's tour begins with a drive along the Seine River, past the city's landmarks such as Notre Dame Cathedral, the world-famous Louvre, and the Musee d'Orsay. Ride along the Champs-Elysees past the Arc de Triomphe. The remainder of the day is yours to experience more of this timeless city: visit a museum or explore Montmartre. As always, your program director can help you plan your free time. (Breakfast)
Day 3 - Monday - Apr 18, 2022
Paris, France
Paris, France      
Bus Travel      
Reims, France      
Bus Travel      
Luxembourg, Luxembourg      
Bus Travel      
Cruise Begins      
Trier, Germany      
Today, stop in Reims for lunch and a visit to Reims Cathedral before continuing on to the Luxembourg American Cemetery to pay homage to the many Americans who lost their lives during the World War II Battle of the Bulge. Continue on to Trier and embark your ship. Dinner is served onboard. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 4 - Tuesday - Apr 19, 2022
Trier, Germany
Trier, Germany      
Bernkastel, Germany      
Enjoy a morning tour of Trier, Germany's oldest city, set on the banks of the Moselle River. See the wonderfully preserved Roman Porta Nigra gate, Trier Cathedral, and Church of Our Lady. Lunch is served on your ship as we depart. Enjoy scenic cruising along the Moselle this afternoon. We dock in Bernkastel around dinnertime. After your evening meal, you can take a walk through the town's cobblestone streets, or join an optional wine-tasting excursion in this famous wine region. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5 - Wednesday - Apr 20, 2022
Cochem, Germany
Cochem, Germany      
Disembark in the quaint town of Cochem for a tour of this stunning medieval town and its millennium-old Reichsburg Castle perched on a hill. Visit the scenic Moselle wine country, where some of the finest Rieslings in the world are produced along terraced slopes. During your tour, delve into a wine-making history that dates back nearly 2,000 years to Roman times. Stop at a local winery for a tour and tasting before returning to your ship for Moselle cruising this afternoon. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6 - Thursday - Apr 21, 2022
Koblenz, Germany
Koblenz, Germany      
Rhine Gorge, Germany      
Sail along the Middle Rhine today and enjoy scenic cruising through the Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore historic Koblenz and stroll through the romantic town as you witness where the Rhine and Moselle Rivers meet. Pass the sleepy town of Sankt Goar, home to Rheinfels Castle, the largest fortress on the Rhine, and see Lorelei Rock, named after the fabled figure who once lured sailors to her shores. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7 - Friday - Apr 22, 2022
Mainz, Germany
Mainz, Germany      
Arrive in Mainz today in the heart of the Rhine wine region. Visit one of the Upper Rhine's most dramatic cathedrals here: Mainz Cathedral, with its six towers reaching toward the heavens. Browse the Gutenberg Museum, dedicated to the inventor of movable type and book printing. The collection includes many beautiful books and fascinating printing technologies, including a replica of Gutenberg's workshop. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8 - Saturday - Apr 23, 2022
Speyer, Germany
Speyer, Germany      
Explore the quiet German town of Speyer, on the west bank of the Rhine. Visit its stunning Romanesque imperial cathedral, considered a pivotal structure in the evolution of European architecture. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the burial place of eight emperors, including some of the most famous Holy Roman Emperors. Stroll Speyer's charming, shop-lined main street and see the impressive clock tower of its Altportel, the Old Town Gate. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 9 - Sunday - Apr 24, 2022
Strasbourg, France
Strasbourg, France      
Visit Strasbourg today, the cultural center of France's Alsace region. Thanks to its location at the border of France and Germany, it boasts a convivial mix of cultural influences. See its well-preserved Old Town, or Petite France, enclosed on all sides by the little Ill River. Stroll the cobblestone streets lined with half-timbered houses and intersected by picturesque canals, pausing to visit the cathedral. Indulging in Alsatian cafe culture is central to any visit here. You might join an excursion to sample Alsatian wine. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10 - Monday - Apr 25, 2022
Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
Basel (Saxon), Switzerland      
Cruise Ends      
Basel (Saxon), Switzerland      
Bus Travel      
Zurich, Switzerland      
Disembark in Basel, a fascinating blend of modern and traditional with a thriving arts scene. Get acquainted with its Market Square of guild houses and Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque splendor. Then, continue by motorcoach to Zurich, beautifully set on its namesake lake. The nation's largest city, it is often cited as one of Europe's most livable places. (Breakfast)
Day 11 - Tuesday - Apr 26, 2022
Zurich, Switzerland
Zurich, Switzerland      
Discover Zurich during a city walk and lake cruise. As you explore, the distant snowcapped Alps tower across the lake and cast their reflection in the glassy waters. See the twin-spired Grossmunster church, founded by Charlemagne, with its stained-glass windows by Augusto Giacometti. Across the Limmat River, admire the Fraumunster, with its distinctive green spire. Marc Chagall created five windows of the abbey's choir. After your walk, embark a boat for a scenic tour on Lake Zurich. (Breakfast); Note: Lake cruise is available April 7-October 20, 2019.
Day 12 - Wednesday - Apr 27, 2022
Zurich, Switzerland
Zurich, Switzerland      
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and proceed to Zurich Airport for your return flight. (Breakfast)