Reminiscent of the 19th-century “Grand Tour,” this unique and popular journey features the heart of Western Europe—with both river cruising and train travel. In Amsterdam, board your deluxe river ship for a five-night cruise through Holland, Germany, and France, and then enjoy panoramic vistas of the Swiss Alps from the windows of historic trains.
Great European Journey
A River Cruise and Train Trip from Holland to Switzerland Aboard Amadeus Imperial
12 days from $4,795
Reminiscent of the 19th-century “Grand Tour,” this unique and popular journey features the heart of Western Europe—with both river cruising and train travel. In Amsterdam, board your deluxe river ship for a five-night cruise through Holland, Germany, and France, and then enjoy panoramic vistas of the Swiss Alps from the windows of historic trains.
Tour Details
TOUR BROCHURE
brochureWHAT OUR TRAVELERS SAY
- Barbara B.Great scenery, fun transport, lots to see and learn. Nice group of Smithsonian travelers with good chances to connect and make friends apart from the larger group
JOURNEYS DISPATCHES
Ship
Amadeus Imperial
The stylish 82-cabin MS Amadeus Imperial, evocative of a grand European hotel, debuted in 2020 as the newest flagship in the innovative Amadeus fleet. Travelers can relax on the River Terrace, or gather in the Amadeus-Club or Panorama-Bar for entertainment. Savor European specialties at the restaurant’s breakfast and luncheon buffets. Dinner menus offer regional cuisine, and local wines complement both lunch and dinner. All guest rooms feature modern and spacious bathrooms, in-room safes, spacious wardrobe areas, flat screen televisions, telephone, safe, minibar and air conditioning which can be individually regulated. Shipboard amenities include a sun deck, fitness center and massage room. Wi-Fi is complimentary.