Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
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| 28 Apr 2027 | Brussels (Brugge), Belgium |
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| 29 Apr 2027 | Antwerp, Belgium |
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| 30 Apr 2027 | Gorinchem, Netherlands |
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| 01 May 2027 | Dusseldorf, Germany |
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| 02 May 2027 | Boppard, Germany |
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| 03 May 2027 | Mannheim, Germany |
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| 04 May 2027 | Strasbourg, France |
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| 05 May 2027 | Montreux, Switzerland |
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| 06 May 2027 | Montreux, Switzerland |
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| 07 May 2027 | Montreux, Switzerland |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
Epicurean delights take center stage on this Rhine River cruise, with a feast of culinary experiences that showcase wine, cheese, chocolate and more in Strasbourg, Belgium and Switzerland…
You’ll sip wine in the Lavaux vineyards at a local wine-making cooperative. Taste craft beer and culinary specialties in Düsseldorf, French fare in Strasbourg and local beer in Antwerp. Enjoy a chocolate demo in Brussels. Dine like royalty during a Tauck-exclusive dinner at medieval Slot Loevestein, set on a private island. And spend three nights at a luxurious Fairmont Montreux resort amidst spectacular scenery.
Day 1
Tour begins: 2:00 PM. A transfer is included from Brussels Airport to Tauck’s riverboat, docked on the River Rhine. Join us for a panoramic tour of Brussels (on foot and by coach) prior to boarding the ship. Tonight, a discovery briefing precedes a cocktail reception and dinner with your fellow passengers aboard the ship.
Day 2
Welcome to Antwerp! With a history dating back to the Middle Ages, the port city of Antwerp was one of Europe’s most important cities in the mid-16th century. Home to the artist, Peter Paul Rubens, it welcomes with cobblestone charms, a riverside fortress, guildhalls and a Gothic cathedral that took almost two centuries to build. Join a local guide for historical walking tour of the Old Town visiting sites such as The Stone Castle, Meat Hall, the Mart Square and City Hall. After lunch aboard the ship, you’ll have two excursions to choose from this afternoon. One takes you on a beer tasting tour throughtout the city, sampling different Belgian beers and local establishments and complimented by historical tidbits surrounding the country’s rich beer history. Your other option is free time to explore Antwerp as you wish. Re-board your ship in Antwerp and enjoy dinner onboard at your leisure.
Day 3
Voted “the most beautiful fortified town in the Netherlands,” Gorinchem was founded in 1,000 AD, fortified in the 13th and 14th centuries, and today boasts the largest fully intact fort in the Netherlands. Join our local guide for a walking tour of its historic heart, viewing its charming canals, the well-preserved Renaissance-style and medieval architecture, and pretty parks and gardens. Explore as you wish this afternoon, before joining us for a Tauck Exclusive reception and dinner at Slot Loevestein. Set in a nature reserve on a private island, the 14th-century castle has served as a prison, residence and toll taker, reigning unrivaled over its strategic location where the Maas and Waal rivers come together. Tonight it will be yours to enjoy as the island and castle are open for Tauck guests only.
Day 4
Spend a leisurely day sailing the Rhine, enjoying the ship’s amenities and various onboard activities with your Tauck Directors. Arrive in the late afternoon in Düsseldorf, one of Germany’s wealthiest cities, known for its charming Altstadt (Old Town) and avant-garde architecture. Walk off the riverboat into town for your choice of a walking tour focused on the city’s history, architecture and culinary traditions, along with some tasty local treats; a bicycling excursion along the city’s Rhine River waterfront; or a craft beer tour that visits a number of breweries to offer a sampling of the varieties of dark Altbier the region is known for. Dinner is at leisure onboard the riverboat this evening.
Day 5
Spend a leisurely morning cruising through the Middle Rhine Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage region renowned for iconic landscapes crowned by castles and fortresses, along with terraced vineyards established more than 1,000 years on the steep slopes of the valley. The strategic location of this dramatic stretch of the Rhine between Bingen, Rüdesheim and Koblenz reflects its importance as a transportation route; the sixty small towns, terraced vineyards and the castles ruins found here reflect how prosperous this trade route once was since prehistoric times. Your Tauck Director provides commentary as you glide past vine-covered, terraced slopes, and rocky bluffs, sharing the stories of the Lorelei Rock and ancient castles standing watch onshore. Arrive in Boppard this afternoon for a guided e-bike ride* or an orientation walk and a gondola ride. Enjoy dinner and musical entertainment onboard ship.
Day 6
Disembark ship in the “chessboard city” of Mannheim, laid out in a grid formation in the 17th century, for a choice of included excursions. Join a local guide for a walking tour of modern-day Mannheim, rebuilt after WWII. See some of the city’s internationally renowned wall mural art; visit Little Istanbul to learn about the importance of Turkish immigrants in German culture, and taste local specialties along the way. Or, visit 18th-century Mannheim Palace, one of the largest baroque palaces in Europe, reconstructed and restored after it was partly destroyed in World War II, on a guided tour. Join us for the Chef’s Signature dinner on board tonight as the ship sails toward Strasbourg.
Day 7
Spend the morning in Strasbourg, disembarking for a choice of excursions after breakfast. Blending Franco-Germanic culture, architecture, and ambiance, this Alsatian city is nestled on the Rhine across the border from Germany and boasts a compelling and complex history. Join a local guide for an epicurean-inspired walking tour of its city center, along with tastings of wine, cheese and other Alsatian specialties. See its Gothic-inspired Notre Dame Cathedral and half-timbered houses and explore its Petite France quarter, criss-crossed by canals and a swing bridge reminiscent of days gone by. Or do as the locals do and explore the sights by bicycle as your local guide leads the way. Have lunch onboard your riverboat as it sails for Basel.
Day 8
Disembark your riverboat in Basel this morning and journey into the high Alps on a full-day adventure to Glacier 3000. Ascend by cable car to a breathtaking summit where snow crunches underfoot and panoramic views stretch to the Matterhorn and Mont-Blanc. Walk the Peak Walk by Tissot — the only suspension bridge in the world connecting two mountain peaks — or savor the vistas from the restaurant over lunch. Later this afternoon, descend from the glacier and continue to Montreux, where lake and mountain meet in effortless beauty. Check into your lakeside hotel and enjoy a relaxed evening on your own.
Day 9
Wake up to the sparkling waters of Lake Geneva and choose your path today: wind through the UNESCO-listed Lavaux vineyards aboard a mini train or on foot, stopping for a tasting of crisp local wines; or trace the footsteps of Freddie Mercury on a multimedia walking tour that celebrates Queen’s creative legacy in Montreux. Later, you may opt to visit Chaplin’s World, a museum-meets-movie-set that honors the genius and humanity of Charlie Chaplin. Or simply enjoy time at your leisure, soaking in the scenery or strolling the promenade. Tonight, gather for a farewell reception and dinner at your elegant hotel.
Day 10
Tour ends: Montreux. Fly home anytime; a transfer from your hotel, Fairmont Montreux Palace, is included to Geneva Airport, or Geneva or Montreux train station. Allow three hours for flight check-in.
Our new Inspiration Class ships maintain Tauck’s high standards for luxury and comfort… ms Grace will cruise exclusively on the Rhine River. With a maximum of 130 guests, ms Grace and her sister ships ms Joy, ms Savor and ms Inspire continue our tradition of providing the most space per guest on Europe’s inland waterways – we will transport the fewest passengers of any longship (135 meters). Our deck plan for our Inspiration Class riverboats is innovative. With a total of 67 cabins, our most popular cabins tend to be our largest… so we have used the added ship length to offer twenty-two 300-square-foot-suites aboard ms Grace and her sister ships – the most of any river cruise ship on any European river. To increase the amount of natural sunlight on the lower deck, we’ve created 8 loft cabins that extend from the first to the second decks, providing guests with an additional view; all windows in these loft cabins open.
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length: 135 metres
- Maiden Voyage: 2016
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 130
- Crew Nationality: European
- Officer Nationality: European
- Dining Staff Nationality: European
Ship Amenities
- Minibar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks
- 110-volt and 220-volt outlets included in every cabin for small electronics
- In-room Safe
- Telephone
- Individual climate control
- 32” LED TV
- Terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers
Ship Facilities
- Al fresco dining on Sun Deck, weather permitting
- Complimentary snacks served 10:00 AM – midnight
- Unlimited complimentary beverages aboard ship include regional wine, beer and premium spirits in addition to specialty coffee, water and soft drinks
- Onboard entertainment includes enrichment lectures, piano music nightly, in-room movies, culinary demos, local entertainment and “themed” fun
- Complimentary Internet & Email available
- Fitness center
- Massage Room
- Putting Green on Sun Deck
- Jacuzzi
- Bicycles available aboard for use ashore
- Hair salon
- Laundry service available
- Compass Rose Open Seating Dining Room
- Arthur’s Lounge
Inspirational cruising… and the promise of fun. Cruise travel at its best.
What makes Tauck’s Small Ship Cruising and River Cruising unique is our focus on the destination – in scenic ports of call that connect you with people and places… moving, compelling and heart-warming experiences onboard and ashore… inspiration through Tauck’s cruise travel. We cast anchor in pristine bays, off island beaches and at docks accustomed to personal yachts… in small towns and villages along the great rivers of Europe… and in some of the world’s favorite cities. Our time ashore is enriched by in-depth cultural exploration and insider access that ensures up-close-and-personal connections with the locals and daily life. Our cruise travel adventures include guided sightseeing with local experts such as naturalists, historians, and accomplished lecturers. You’ll dine on regional cuisine on land at aboard ship that showcases specialties of the destination. And after a day of extraordinary sightseeing, we welcome you back onboard our hand-picked vessels for warm camaraderie and lively conversation that’s inherent on every Tauck cruise travel experience. The stories are endless, the memories are timeless and the connections priceless.
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Situated on the Emerald Deck, six 150-square-foot Category 1 cabins each feature Molton Brown toiletries, a Tauck Exclusive.
Three Category 2 cabins are located on the Ruby Deck, measuring 150 square feet and featuring one floor-to-ceiling French Balcony with one sliding door.
1. One-and-a-half deck window that opens at the top, electronically controlled
2. Loft sitting area
3. 4 steps up to loft area
4. Railing
5. Full-sized bathroom featuring enhanced lighting, additional storage and a hair dryer
6. Large shower featuring rainfall shower head
7. Closets
8. Storage / drawers
9. Safe
10. Minibar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks, replenished daily
11. Pillow top queen-sized bed, 62 inches x 77 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration)
12. Padded headboard with reading lamps
13. Storage / drawers (credenza not visible from this perspective)
14. 32” LED TV (on credenza below; not visible from this perspective)
Additional Amenities
Innovatively designed 225 sq. ft. “split-level” loft cabins
400 thread count cotton linens / white duvets and pillows of mako cotton with hypoallergenic 90% down filling
Window (98 inches x 114 inches) can be partially opened
Molton Brown toiletries – a Tauck Exclusive
Terry-cloth bathrobes plus slippers
220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
Built-in closet with drawers
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Telephone and individual climate control
Onboard wi-fi available
Elegantly designed 190 sq. ft. cabins
Bed size: 62 inches X 77 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration)
400 thread count cotton linenswhite duvets and pillows of mako cotton with hypoallergenic 90% down filling
One floor-to-ceiling French Balcony (98 inches wide x 75 inches high) with one sliding door that opens
Bathroom with marble counters, larger showers with rainfall shower heads, enhanced lighting, and under-sink storage space
Molton Brown toiletries – a Tauck Exclusive
Terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers
Minibar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily
32” LED TV
220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
Built-in closet and drawers
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Telephone, safe and individual climate control
2 chairs
Onboard wi-fi available
Located on Diamond Deck and Ruby Deck. (Images shown are of the Ruby Deck cabins)
Two 190-square-foot Category 5 corner cabins are set extreme forward on the Diamond Deck.
Eight spacious, Category 5 cabins on the Ruby Deck measuring 225 square feet.
1. One floor-to-ceiling French balcony (98 inches x 75 inches) with one sliding door that opens
2. 32” LED TV
3. Storage / drawers
4. Pillow top queen-sized bed, 62 inches x 77 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration)
5. Padded headboard with reading lamps
6. Safe
7. Minibar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks, replenished daily
8. Large closet
9. Full-size bathroom featuring enhanced lighting, additional storage and hair dryer
10. Large shower featuring rainfall shower head
Additional Amentities:
400 thread count cotton linens / white duvets and pillows of mako cotton with hypoallergenic 90% down filling
Molton Brown toiletries – a Tauck Exclusive
Terry-cloth bathrobes plus slippers
220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Telephone and individual climate control
Onboard wi-fi available
Sixteen elegant 225-square-foot Category 6 cabins, each featuring a floor-to-ceiling French balcony with one sliding door, are situated aft on the Ruby Deck.
1. One floor-to-ceiling French balcony (98 inches x 75 inches) with one sliding door that opens
2. 32” LED TV
3. Full-sized window (98 inches x 37.5 inches)
4. Pillow top queen-sized bed, 62 inches X 77 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration)
5. Padded headboard with reading lamps
6. Storage / drawers
7. Minibar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks, replenished daily
8. Large closet
9. Safe
10. Full-sized bathroom featuring enhanced lighting, additional storage and hair dryer
11. Large shower featuring rainfall shower head
Additional Amenities
Elegantly designed 225 sq. ft. cabins
400 thread count cotton linens / white duvets and pillows of mako cotton with hypoallergenic 90% down filling
Molton Brown toiletries – a Tauck Exclusive
Terry-cloth bathrobes plus slippers
220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Telephone and individual climate control
Onboard wi-fi available
22 luxurious 300-square-foot Category 7 suites on the Diamond Deck boast two floor-to-ceiling French balconies with sliding doors and full-size bathrooms.
1. Two floor-to-ceiling French balconies, each 98 inches x 75 inches with one sliding door that opens
2. 32″ LED TV
3. Pull-out sleeping couch (triple & quad capacity; quads for children only)
4. Walk-in closet with built-in shelves and a safe
5. Minibar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks, replenished daily
6. Storage / drawers
7. Coffee maker
8. Full-size bathroom featuring enhanced lighting, marble counters, additional storage and a hair dryer
9. Large shower featuring rainfall shower head (note: no bathtub)
10. Pillow top queen-sized bed, 62 inches x 77 inches (with optional twin-bed capacity)
11. Padded headboard with reading lamps
Additional Amentities
Elegantly designed 300 sq. ft. suites
400 thread count cotton linens / white duvets and pillows of mako cotton with hypoallergenic 90% down filling
Molton Brown toiletries – a Tauck Exclusive
Terry-cloth bathrobes plus slippers
Breakfast room service
Iron plus ironing board
220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Telephone and individual climate control
Onboard wi-fi available
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