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DISCOVER THE ENCHANTING LANDSCAPES and rich cultures of the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO Site boasting turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, medieval towns and stunning scenery. Admire terraced vineyards dating back to the Romans and taste the region's renowned red and white wines. Savor the culinary traditions of Alsace and explore Amsterdam, Basel and Cologne. The winter season is an ideal time to visit, with fewer travelers and easier access to landmarks. D A Y 1 A M S T E R D A M , T H E N E T H E R L A N D S Embark your ship and settle into your stateroom. A city of charming canals, elegant gabled houses, splendid museums and many bicycles, the Dutch capital of Amsterdam is a delight to explore. D A Y 2 A M S T E R D A M , T H E N E T H E R L A N D S In Amsterdam, the bicycle is as much a cultural treasure as any museum. The city's flat terrain makes it ideal for getting around on two wheels. D A Y 3 A R N H E M , T H E N E T H E R L A N D S A picturesque town nearly destroyed during World War II, Arnhem is graced with many beautiful parks and gardens. Its location earned it the nickname "Green City on the Rhine. D A Y 4 C O L O G N E , G E R M A N Y Cologne's modern plazas and Hohe Strasse host welcoming shops, enticing restaurants, and cologne boutiques. Of note is the city's 14th-century cathedral, a stunning example of Gothic artistry and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. D A Y 5 S C E N I C S A I L I N G : M I D D L E R H I N E & M A I N Z , G E R M A N Y Sail past hilltop castles along the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO Site, and look for Lorelei Rock. Savor a taste of Mainz's storied viticulture, famous for its high- quality white wines. D A Y 6 H E I D E L B E R G & S P E Y E R , G E R M A N Y Walk through Old Town, see the university and visit the imposing Heidelberg Castle ruin. Discover quaint Speyer and visit its historic Romanesque imperial cathedral, a UNESCO Site. D A Y 7 S T R A S B O U R G , F R A N C E The largest port on the Upper Rhine, Strasbourg is 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. D A Y 8 B R E I S A C H , G E R M A N Y Breisach is a gateway to the fabled Black Forest region, built on a basalt rock outcropping in the Rhine plain. The most prominent landmark of Breisach is the Romanesque-Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, built between the 12th and 13th centuries. Its two towers are visible from throughout the city and from the Rhine. D A Y 9 B A S E L , S W I T Z E R L A N D The city straddles the Rhine at the river's farthest navigable point, and an alluring cluster of old-town buildings huddles along the riverbank. D A Y 10 B A S E L , S W I T Z E R L A N D Amid the medieval Old Town, cobblestone streets are lined with pastel-colored buildings that date back to the 15th century. After breakfast, disembark your ship and journey home. T R E A S U R E S OF T H E R H I N E A M S T E R D A M – B A S E L o r v i ce v e r s a 1 0 D A Y S | 8 G U I D E D T O U R S | 4 C O U N T R I E S H E I D E L B E RG , G E R M A N Y NEW 86 For complete itinerary details and videos, visit viking.com/rivers