Cruise through Europe’s Loveliest Valleys

Alumni Campus Abroad — the Legendary Rhine River

August 15-23, 2009 (9 days)
from approx. $2,495 pp/do plus airfare and taxes
single supplement available
Tour operator: Alumni Holidays

Experience the unrivaled scenery, magnificent architecture, and epic history of one of Europe’s loveliest regions — the legendary Rhine River Valley. Discover why this scenic pathway has inspired artists and literary luminaries for more than 2,000 years. Travel from the quaint village of Breisach to Beethoven’s birthplace in Bonn, through the fabled Black Forest — including beautiful Lake Titisee — to the streets of Strasbourg. Then, admire the beautiful Alsace French region, traverse the Route du Vin — the Alsatian Wine Road — and experience a tasting at one of the area’s premier vintners. And, visit the quaint village of Obernai along the way. Marvel at the beauty of Heidelberg, home of The Student Prince, and, in Speyer, experience the grandeur of one of the largest medieval churches in Europe. Discover the history of Celtic-Roman Worms and visit the Mainz to see the world-famous Gutenberg Bible (1452-1455). Next, cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge and see mythical Loreley Rock. Finally, visit Bonn, and delight in a private Beethoven concert and in a walking tour that includes visiting Beethoven’s home.

Daily Itinerary

1. arrive in Frankfurt, Germany.
2. embark the MS Switzerland II from Breisach. Attend the welcome reception and dinner.
3. visit Freiburg and the southern Black Forest. Spend the afternoon at leisure in Strasbourg.
4. tour Strasbourg, taste wines of the Alsace Region.
5. sail the Rhine River. Explore Speyer.
6. enjoy the beauty of Heidelberg on the Neckar River.
7. visit Celtic-Roman Worms. Tour Mainz and see the art of the printed word and its Roman history.
8. cruise the Rhine Gorge and pass by the Loreley Rock. Arrive in Bonn, walk in Beethoven’s footsteps. Attend the farewell reception, graduation ceremony, and farewell dinner aboard ship.
9. travel to the Frankfurt airport for a return flight home.

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