Location: Amsterdam to Gruyeres

Dates: June 11-22, 2027

Price: From $6,995 per person, double occupancy. Airfare not included but available from select cities.

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Description

Embark on an exhilarating European adventure steeped in storied history, grand architecture and breathtaking scenery on this fabulous 12-day, 11-night itinerary. Board the sumptuous Amadeus Queen, boasting luxurious amenities and impeccable service, to enjoy a deluxe 7-night river cruise.

Soak up the timeless beauty of the Rhine and Moselle rivers as you wind past storybook towns, terraced vineyards and forested hills crowned by castles. After departing from Amsterdam, Netherlands, call at Cologne, Germany; Cochem; Rüdesheim; Heidelberg; Strasbourg, France; and Breisach, Germany. In Switzerland, tour Basel and discover the unforgettable Montreux, a hub of music and culture. Marvel at the beauty of Lake Geneva on a sightseeing cruise and the sweeping grandeur of the Alps during a panoramic train ride. Delight in learning about cheese and chocolate in the picturesque town of Gruyères. Add an optional pre-tour extension in Amsterdam to your European exploration.

Featured Speaker

Ben Coates is the bestselling author of “The Rhine: Following Europe’s Greatest River from Amsterdam to the Alps,” as well as the books “The Invention of Amsterdam: A History of Europe’s Greatest City in Ten Walks” and “Why the Dutch are Different.” He was born in England and, after a career as a political adviser and speechwriter, became an author and journalist specializing in the history, culture and politics of the Low Countries and Germany. He writes regularly for publications such as The New York Times, The Guardian and The Daily Telegraph, and he writes a weekly column for the Dutch newspaper Algemeen Dagblad. He is a Dutch/British dual citizen and lives in a cottage in the Dutch countryside with his wife and children.

Pricing

From $6,995 per person, double occupancy. Airfare is not included, but is available from select cities. For more details about pricing, visit our tour provider, Go Hagan. You may also call (800) 922-3088.

Booking

If you would like to book this trip or if you have questions, please contact our tour provider, Go Hagan, at (800) 922-3088 or book online.

Collaboration

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Montana State University is excited to partner with MSU Alumni Foundation's renowned CatTreks for the Great European Journey in 2027. Together, this collaboration brings alumni, community members, and lifelong learners an unforgettable European adventure, blending CatTreks’ world-class travel planning with OLLI’s mission of learning for the joy of it.

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