From the Heart of Alsace to Summits in the Swiss Alps (port-to-port cruise)

4 nights from £1,614pp departing Friday 16th May 2025

An unforgettable, exclusive cruise to discover the cultural, architectural, and natural treasures between Alsace and the Swiss Alps. Join us for an invaluable experience, where each day delivers a jackpot of wonders and adventures. Board our ship in Strasbourg, a cosmopolitan, picturesque city with a vibrant past. During your vacation, immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere surrounding Strasbourg and its canals, explore Colmar's charming streets, and absorb the captivating artwork at the Hansi Village and its museum. Then, set off for a magnificent journey to snow-capped mountains durin...

Itinerary

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					Arrive	Depart
	16th16	MayMay	202525	Strasbourg, France, embark on the MS Gérard Schmitter	18:00
Boarding.
	17th17	MayMay	202525	Strasbourg, France		13:00
Included excursion is a guided tour of Strasbourg and its cathedral.We'll spend the afternoon cruising to Breisach.Enjoy an evening of entertainment on board.
	17th17	MayMay	202525	Breisach, Germany	22:00
Breisach is a town located in Southwest Germany on the French border. The town is situated in the Rhine Valley on the banks of the river Rhine and dates back over four thousand years. Breisach and its history can be experienced through the City History Museum, which houses a permanent exhibition taking you from Stone Age through the Celtic, to the Romans and Middle Ages, right up to modern day. St Stephen's Cathedral is home to the city’s famous art treasures, the wheel wells, which are housed in the neighbouring Radbrunnenturm with the forty one metre deep water well. The cathedral is also home to many other treasures including the High Altar of Master HL and wall paintings by Martin Schongauer as well as High Gothic and Roman architecture. A visit to the Blue House, the former Jewish Community Centre, is highly recommended. Now owned by the Friends of Former Jewish Community House Breisach it exhibits memorials to Breisach’s Jewish heritage.
	18th18	MayMay	202525	Breisach, Germany
Breisach is a town located in Southwest Germany on the French border. The town is situated in the Rhine Valley on the banks of the river Rhine and dates back over four thousand years. Breisach and its history can be experienced through the City History Museum, which houses a permanent exhibition taking you from Stone Age through the Celtic, to the Romans and Middle Ages, right up to modern day. St Stephen's Cathedral is home to the city’s famous art treasures, the wheel wells, which are housed in the neighbouring Radbrunnenturm with the forty one metre deep water well. The cathedral is also home to many other treasures including the High Altar of Master HL and wall paintings by Martin Schongauer as well as High Gothic and Roman architecture. A visit to the Blue House, the former Jewish Community Centre, is highly recommended. Now owned by the Friends of Former Jewish Community House Breisach it exhibits memorials to Breisach’s Jewish heritage. Enjoy a free morning in Breisach.In the afternoon, join us for an included guided tour of Colmar and the Hansi Village and its museum.Well start cruising to Basel.Tonight is our festive gala evening.
	19th19	MayMay	202525	Basel, Switzerland	05:00	18:00
Basel is a city in northwestern Switzerland on the Swiss, French and German borders. It is located on the bend of the River Rhine and benefits from a Mediterranean climate. It is the third most populated city in Switzerland and has been the commercial hub for Swiss arts and culture since the Renaissance. In 1967 the people of Basel voted to acquire two paintings by Picasso, who was so moved by the Basel people that he donated 3 paintings and a study to the city's Kunstmuseum (Museum of Fine Arts). Visit the Augusta Raurica, one of the largest Roman archaeology parks in Switzerland, and enjoy a river crossings over the River Rhine by non-motorised ferries. During the summer months, time is spent outdoors, either swimming in the River Rhine, dining al fresco, enjoying open air concerts, cinema, street parties and festivals. Basel is home to over 20 restaurants that have won GaultMillau or Michelin awards, and boasts Switzerland's largest collection of theatre shows, including modern contemporary dance, touring and puppetry theatre. Full-day excursion to the Jungfrau Region.(1)Our ship will cruise to Strasbourg.
	20th20	MayMay	202525	Strasbourg, France, disembark the MS Gérard Schmitter	08:30
Disembarkation.

MS Gérard Schmitter

Launch Year

2012

Tonnage

15,000

Capacity

174

Cabins

Accessible

Sun Deck

Upper Deck

Middle Deck

Main Deck

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Double Cabin

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
C_GLS_PP	Cat C (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,614	£1,614
B_DBL_PP	Cat B (Main Deck, Double Bed)	£1,667	£1,667
B_GLS_PP	Cat B (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,667	£1,667
A_DBL_PP	Cat A (Main Deck, Double Bed)	£1,753	£1,753
A_GLS_PP	Cat A (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,753	£1,753
B_PMR_P2	Cat B (Middle Deck, Double Bed, Wheelchair Accessible)	£1,799	£1,799
B_GLS_PS	Cat B (Upper Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,814	£1,814
A_GLS_P2	Cat A (Middle Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,885	£1,885
A_DBL_P2	Cat A (Middle Deck, Double Bed)	£1,885	£1,885
A_GLS_PS	Cat A (Upper Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,900	£1,900

The cabins are very spacious and tastefully decorated with the option of double or single beds. An ensuite is provided with shower, W.C. and a hairdryer. For extra comfort central heating is available during the Winter season and air-conditioning for the Summer season.

For your entertainment a satellite tv and radio are provided for you to use at your leisure.

There is one cabin on board suitable for passengers with reduced mobility.

AMENITIES

TV
Telephone (for internal calls only)
Bathroom with shower and toilet
Towels
Safe
Independent air-conditioning
Electricity 220V
Wi-Fi

Please note that there is no laundry service on board the ship.

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Restaurant

Located on the middle deck, the restaurant is where all meals are served during your cruise. It seats all guests at tables which vary in size with a panoramic view. The atmosphere is casual but elegant.

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Sun Deck

Take advantage of the sun deck to relax! It is equipped with chairs and deckchairs, allowing you to cool off while enjoying a panoramic view of the magnificent landscapes.

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Holiday Summary

	4 nights cruising on the Rhine
	All meals included
	Drinks included with meals & at the bar
	Gala dinner & evening welcome cocktail
	Free Wi-Fi in lounge & bar
	Headsets included for excursions
	Travel Assistance & Repatriation Insurance
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

	Oceanview
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Sat 31st May 202531 May 25	1,614
Thu 31st Jul 202531 Jul 25	1,614
Tue 2nd Sep 202502 Sep 25	1,614