SOLD OUT 14 Day Tulips & The Rhine with the Glacier Express
$10190
per personDeparts: 27 Mar 2026
A classic journey on the Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers promises spectacular landscapes, rich culture, and fascinating history, where worldclass cities are complemented by romantic towns.
A vibrant celebration of all things quintessentially Dutch, Amsterdam’s winding canals and a trip to Keukenhof Gardens are the perfect start to your river cruise. View traditional windmills enroute along the river towards Cologne, where a guided excursion will introduce you to its Gothic cathedral. Discover even more of archaic Germany in Koblenz and Heidelberg, before crossing the border into Strasbourg and concluding in the enchanting Black Forest.
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Departure27 Mar 2026 From Brisbane and other capital cities*
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IncludeDrinks PackageSolo pricingInternational FlightsTips & GratuitiesEntry FeesPersonal GuideAirport Transfers from Stanthorpe or WarwickBreakfast Daily
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Not IncludedVisa’s
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Fri, 27 Mar Stanthorpe or Warwick – Brisbane – Amsterdam
Today you’ll depart Stanthorpe or Warwick to Brisbane International Airport for your overnight flight to Amsterdam. 2
Sat, 28 Mar Arrive Amsterdam
Welcome to Amsterdam. Here, you will be met at the airport by your friendly Emerald Cruises representative and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the afternoon and evening is at leisure.
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Sun, 29 Mar Amsterdam – Emerald Star-Ship Embarkation (B,L,D)
After breakfast, you’ll have the opportunity to wander around Amsterdam until you are transferred to your contemporary Emerald Star-Ship, where a quintessentially Dutch adventure awaits.
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Mon, 30 Mar Amsterdam (B,L,D)
This morning you’ll visit the iconic Keukenhof Gardens, boasting 32 hectares of spring-flowering bulbs. This scenic area is infused with delightful aromas and a swathe of vibrant colours. Soak in the sights of tulips, hyacinths, and orchids of every colour, creating an expertly arranged pattern of beauty. You will also have the opportunity to see statues commissioned by world-renowned artists, each adopting the annual theme.
Enjoy sailing through the countryside and towards the Rhine River this afternoon, and join an exclusive EmeraldPLUS very typical clog painting on board
your star-ship.
Included Excursion - Visit to Keukenhof Garden
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Tue, 31 Mar Duesseldorf - Cologne (B,L,D)
In the morning, explore the vibrant city of Duesseldorf. Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Japanese gardens, a tranquil oasis amidst the urban landscape. After lunch, we continue sailing on the Rhine River which will take you to Cologne and up close to its post card worthy gothic Cathedral. Here you will have the opportunity to join an active walk in town, with a stop in the beautiful Cologne gardens.
Included Excursion - Walking tour of Duesseldorf with visit to the Japanese Garden
Included Excursion - Guided tour of Cologne
EmeraldACTIVE - Active walk to Cologne’s Gardens
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Wed, 01 Apr Koblenz (B,L,D)
Once a Roman stronghold desired for its strategic value,
Koblenz is now a city with a unique blend of historic and
contemporary architecture. Today, join your local guide
for an insightful walking tour of Koblenz, passing examples
of architecture that survived the war years, including the
Church of Our Lady. You will also have the chance to see the point at which two of Europe’s great rivers meet at the German Corner and Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, one of the largest preserved fortresses in Europe. Later, we’ll cruise through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge, exemplifying the extraordinary beauty of an area that left the philosophers and artists of the German Romanticism movement entranced.
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Thu, 02 Apr Germersheim (B,L,D)
Schwetzingen Palace is famous for the beauty and harmony of its gardens. Remarkably, the original design survives to this day. Besides the palace interior, you will also visit the Palace Gardens, a cultural heritage site of European significance with more than 100 sculptures scattered throughout this picture-perfect landscape. Alternatively, you can embark on an active journey to the quaint wellness town of BadDürkheim for a hike through the beautiful vineyards.
EmeraldPLUS - Visit to Schwetzingen Palace & Gardens
EmeraldACTIVE - Guided vineyard hike in Bad-Dürkheim
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Fri, 03 Apr Kehl – Strasbourg (B,L,D)
Today, we arrive in Kehl, where you’ll be transferred to Strasbourg, a city that promises much in the way of beautiful architecture. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Neustadt district is particularly iconic, perfectly encapsulating the Rhineland. The Neustadt district
is yours to discover during your included tour, as is the Maison Kammerzell, a prime example of German Renaissance architecture. Paying homage to the region’s artistic past, Petite France is an exceptional historic quarter that looks as though it has been pulled directly from an artist’s easel.
Included Excursion - Guided tour of Strasbourg
EmeraldACTIVE - Active walk to Orangerie Park
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INCLUSIONS
- Personal Host from Australia
- Return International Economy Flights including taxes
- Return Coach Transfers from Stanthorpe/Warwick to Brisbane International Airport
- 1 Night Pre Cruise Accommodation in Amsterdam
- 7 nights on board an Emerald Cruises StarShip in your chosen cabin category
- The services of an Emerald Cruises cruise director
- All airport, hotel and ship transfers in Europe
- 2 nights at a hotel in Zermatt
- 1 night at a hotel in Zurich
- 24 delectable meals including 11 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L), 7 dinners (D)
- Including a Welcome and Farewell Reception & Dinner
- Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board your ship
- Port taxes and charges
- All tipping and gratuities
- PRICING
- $10,190.00 per person twin/double (Category E Stateroom – Window Only)
- $11,280.00 per person twin/double (Category C Panorama Balcony Suite)
- Single Pricing: $13,105.00 per person (based on Category ES Stateroom – Window Only)
- Terms and Conditions Apply:
- A non-refundable deposit of $3,500 per person is payable at time of booking. Pricing is based on the “Pay in Full Dollar Discount Deal”, payable 10 months prior to departure date.
- Pricing is subject to change if minimum numbers are not met.
- Pricing is based on international flights departing Brisbane. Flight pricing is available from other capital cities available upon request.
- Business Class pricing is available upon request.
- Coach transfers are included from Stanthorpe and Warwick only.
- Final payment is due by Friday, 30th May 2025.