Rhine and Moselle with Switzerland by Rail
About This Cruise
Includes return flights from the UK*. Journey through the heart of Europe as you cruise the Rhine and Moselle past castles and historic towns, then continue into Switzerland on some of the most iconic rail journeys in the world, including the GoldenPass, Glacier, Bernina and Gotthard Panorama Express.
Who Is This Cruise For?
Adults only
Travelmarvel Rigel is an adults-only ship
Couples
An adults-only atmosphere made for two
Over 50s
A gentle pace with daily excursions and no sea days
Type
River, Premium
Ship
Travelmarvel Rigel
Departure Date
12 April 2027
Cruise Line
Travelmarvel
Duration
7 Nights
Select Your Cabin Type
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Netherlands
Amsterdam
Be met on arrival and transferred to your premium river ship. This evening, meet your Cruise Director and fellow travellers at a Welcome Reception.
Netherlands
Amsterdam
With historic houses lining its banks and low bridges spanning its waterways, Amsterdam’s 17th-century canal network has earned it the nickname 'Venice of the North'. Today, board a glass-top boat and cruise past the city’s waterside sights with a local guide. Later this evening, enjoy a special Welcome Dinner on board.
Germany
Cologne
Learn how the twin spires of Cologne’s famous cathedral, the Kölner Dom, took over six centuries to complete as you cruise into this picturesque city. Disembark and take the short drive to Brühl for your Insider Experience. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore the centre of Cologne at your leisure.Insider Experience – Augustusburg Palace in GermanyExplore the former residence of Archbishop-Elector Clemens August, the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Palace in Brühl. Listen to enthralling stories and enjoy a walk through the stunning landscaped parks and gardens between the palace and the Falkenlust hunting lodge. The palace and the lodge are some of the finest examples of rococo architecture from 18th century Germany.��
Germany
Brühl
Learn how the twin spires of Cologne’s famous cathedral, the Kölner Dom, took over six centuries to complete as you cruise into this picturesque city. Disembark and take the short drive to Brühl for your Insider Experience. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore the centre of Cologne at your leisure.Insider Experience – Augustusburg Palace in GermanyExplore the former residence of Archbishop-Elector Clemens August, the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Palace in Brühl. Listen to enthralling stories and enjoy a walk through the stunning landscaped parks and gardens between the palace and the Falkenlust hunting lodge. The palace and the lodge are some of the finest examples of rococo architecture from 18th century Germany.��
Germany
Cochem
Relax and enjoy the scenery as you cruise along one of the Moselle River’s most picturesque stretches. In Cochem, set out on a walking tour through narrow lanes lined with half-timbered houses, then magnificent Cochem Castle, perched high above the river like a scene from a fairy tale.
Germany
Rüdesheim
Cruise through the Rhine Gorge, widely regarded as the most scenic stretch of the Rhine River. In Rüdesheim, ride the Winzerexpress mini road train through the town to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum to view its remarkable collection of automated instruments. Afterwards, enjoy time to wander the Old Town and perhaps visit the famous Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas store.
France
Strasbourg
Arrive in Strasbourg, the Alsatian city set on the border of France and Germany. Enjoy a special Insider Experience before returning to your river ship for a Farewell Dinner.Insider Experience – Old Town Tour and TastingJoin a guided walking tour through the historic centre of Strasbourg, admiring its medieval architecture, including the famous cathedral. Along the way, sample regional specialties such as local cheeses and sweet treats.
Germany
Breisach
Disembark in Breisach and journey into the enchanting Black Forest, travelling by coach through rolling hills and dense pine forests to the village of Gutach.Insider Experience – Black Forest Open-Air Museum and Cake TastingVisit the renowned Black Forest Open-Air Museum, where traditional farmhouses, workshops and costumed artisans bring rural life from centuries past vividly to life. Afterwards, enjoy a tasting of the region’s famous Black Forest cake before returning to your river ship.
Switzerland
Basel
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Switzerland
Geneva
Today, enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Geneva, taking in views towards Mont Blanc, the United Nations Office at Geneva, elegant lakeside villas and manicured parks and gardens. Later, travel by train to Lausanne and check in to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure.
Switzerland
Lausanne
Today, enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Geneva, taking in views towards Mont Blanc, the United Nations Office at Geneva, elegant lakeside villas and manicured parks and gardens. Later, travel by train to Lausanne and check in to your hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure.
Switzerland
Lausanne
Begin in Lausanne and board a local train to Montreux.Insider Experience – GoldenPass ExpressOn arrival, transfer to the GoldenPass Express for a scenic journey into the Swiss Alps. As the train climbs through the mountains, pass Montbovon, the village of Château-d’Oex and the resort town of Gstaad, known for its refined charm. Continue through alpine meadows, picturesque villages and sweeping mountain vistas before arriving in Interlaken.
Switzerland
Montreux
Begin in Lausanne and board a local train to Montreux.Insider Experience – GoldenPass ExpressOn arrival, transfer to the GoldenPass Express for a scenic journey into the Swiss Alps. As the train climbs through the mountains, pass Montbovon, the village of Château-d’Oex and the resort town of Gstaad, known for its refined charm. Continue through alpine meadows, picturesque villages and sweeping mountain vistas before arriving in Interlaken.
Begin in Lausanne and board a local train to Montreux.Insider Experience – GoldenPass ExpressOn arrival, transfer to the GoldenPass Express for a scenic journey into the Swiss Alps. As the train climbs through the mountains, pass Montbovon, the village of Château-d’Oex and the resort town of Gstaad, known for its refined charm. Continue through alpine meadows, picturesque villages and sweeping mountain vistas before arriving in Interlaken.
Switzerland
Interlaken
Begin in Lausanne and board a local train to Montreux.Insider Experience – GoldenPass ExpressOn arrival, transfer to the GoldenPass Express for a scenic journey into the Swiss Alps. As the train climbs through the mountains, pass Montbovon, the village of Château-d’Oex and the resort town of Gstaad, known for its refined charm. Continue through alpine meadows, picturesque villages and sweeping mountain vistas before arriving in Interlaken.
Switzerland
Interlaken
Today, ascend to 3,454 metres above sea level aboard the cogwheel train to Jungfraujoch, Europe’s highest railway station. Known as the ‘Top of Europe’, the journey travels through the heart of the Bernese Alps, revealing snow-capped peaks, glaciers and alpine meadows. At the summit, take in sweeping panoramic views and explore the Ice Palace and Sphinx Observatory.
Today, ascend to 3,454 metres above sea level aboard the cogwheel train to Jungfraujoch, Europe’s highest railway station. Known as the ‘Top of Europe’, the journey travels through the heart of the Bernese Alps, revealing snow-capped peaks, glaciers and alpine meadows. At the summit, take in sweeping panoramic views and explore the Ice Palace and Sphinx Observatory.
Switzerland
Interlaken
Travel to Brigg and board the Glacier Express, a narrow-gauge train renowned for its iconic alpine route to the luxury resort town of St. Moritz. Through panoramic windows, take in breathtaking views of jagged peaks, lush meadows, sprawling vineyards, and forested hillsides. On arrival, check in to your hotel before dinner this evening.Insider Experience – Glacier ExpressJourney aboard the Glacier Express, travelling along one of the world’s most scenic rail routes to the alpine resort town of St. Moritz.
Switzerland
Brig
Travel to Brigg and board the Glacier Express, a narrow-gauge train renowned for its iconic alpine route to the luxury resort town of St. Moritz. Through panoramic windows, take in breathtaking views of jagged peaks, lush meadows, sprawling vineyards, and forested hillsides. On arrival, check in to your hotel before dinner this evening.Insider Experience – Glacier ExpressJourney aboard the Glacier Express, travelling along one of the world’s most scenic rail routes to the alpine resort town of St. Moritz.
Travel to Brigg and board the Glacier Express, a narrow-gauge train renowned for its iconic alpine route to the luxury resort town of St. Moritz. Through panoramic windows, take in breathtaking views of jagged peaks, lush meadows, sprawling vineyards, and forested hillsides. On arrival, check in to your hotel before dinner this evening.Insider Experience – Glacier ExpressJourney aboard the Glacier Express, travelling along one of the world’s most scenic rail routes to the alpine resort town of St. Moritz.
Switzerland
Saint Moritz
Travel to Brigg and board the Glacier Express, a narrow-gauge train renowned for its iconic alpine route to the luxury resort town of St. Moritz. Through panoramic windows, take in breathtaking views of jagged peaks, lush meadows, sprawling vineyards, and forested hillsides. On arrival, check in to your hotel before dinner this evening.Insider Experience – Glacier ExpressJourney aboard the Glacier Express, travelling along one of the world’s most scenic rail routes to the alpine resort town of St. Moritz.
Switzerland
Saint Moritz
After breakfast, board the Bernina Express for an Insider Experience to Tirano. Later, return to St. Moritz by regional train.Insider Experience – Bernina ExpressBoard the Bernina Express, travelling from St. Moritz to the charming Italian town of Tirano. Marvel at glittering lakes, the mighty Morteratsch Glacier and the dramatic Bernina Pass before descending past turquoise alpine lagoons, sweeping valleys and the iconic Brusio Circular Viaduct. Pause at Alp Grüm, 2,091 m above sea level, for photographs overlooking the Palü Glacier and the Val Poschiavo.
Switzerland
Chur
After breakfast, board the Bernina Express for an Insider Experience to Tirano. Later, return to St. Moritz by regional train.Insider Experience – Bernina ExpressBoard the Bernina Express, travelling from St. Moritz to the charming Italian town of Tirano. Marvel at glittering lakes, the mighty Morteratsch Glacier and the dramatic Bernina Pass before descending past turquoise alpine lagoons, sweeping valleys and the iconic Brusio Circular Viaduct. Pause at Alp Grüm, 2,091 m above sea level, for photographs overlooking the Palü Glacier and the Val Poschiavo.
Italy
Tirano
After breakfast, board the Bernina Express for an Insider Experience to Tirano. Later, return to St. Moritz by regional train.Insider Experience – Bernina ExpressBoard the Bernina Express, travelling from St. Moritz to the charming Italian town of Tirano. Marvel at glittering lakes, the mighty Morteratsch Glacier and the dramatic Bernina Pass before descending past turquoise alpine lagoons, sweeping valleys and the iconic Brusio Circular Viaduct. Pause at Alp Grüm, 2,091 m above sea level, for photographs overlooking the Palü Glacier and the Val Poschiavo.
Switzerland
Lugano
After breakfast, board the Bernina Express for an Insider Experience to Tirano. Later, return to St. Moritz by regional train.Insider Experience – Bernina ExpressBoard the Bernina Express, travelling from St. Moritz to the charming Italian town of Tirano. Marvel at glittering lakes, the mighty Morteratsch Glacier and the dramatic Bernina Pass before descending past turquoise alpine lagoons, sweeping valleys and the iconic Brusio Circular Viaduct. Pause at Alp Grüm, 2,091 m above sea level, for photographs overlooking the Palü Glacier and the Val Poschiavo.
Switzerland
Lugano
Today is yours to enjoy at leisure in Lugano, perhaps stroll along the lakeside promenade, browsing boutique shops or relaxing at a cafe overlooking the water.
Switzerland
Lugano
Spend the morning soaking up the relaxed lakeside atmosphere of Lugano before setting out towards the heart of Switzerland for your Insider Experience. This evening, you may choose to enjoy an optional traditional dinner and entertainment at a Swiss folklore restaurant (additional expense).Insider Experience – Gotthard Panorama ExpressTravel aboard the Gotthard Panorama Express, one of Switzerland’s most scenic routes. Journey by First Class panoramic train to Flüelen, enjoying sweeping views of mountains and valleys, then continue by boat across Lake Lucerne with lunch included. On arrival in Lucerne, set out on a guided walking tour of this charming city, framed by the Swiss Alps. Stroll across the iconic Chapel Bridge, home to the distinctive octagonal Water Tower.
Spend the morning soaking up the relaxed lakeside atmosphere of Lugano before setting out towards the heart of Switzerland for your Insider Experience. This evening, you may choose to enjoy an optional traditional dinner and entertainment at a Swiss folklore restaurant (additional expense).Insider Experience – Gotthard Panorama ExpressTravel aboard the Gotthard Panorama Express, one of Switzerland’s most scenic routes. Journey by First Class panoramic train to Flüelen, enjoying sweeping views of mountains and valleys, then continue by boat across Lake Lucerne with lunch included. On arrival in Lucerne, set out on a guided walking tour of this charming city, framed by the Swiss Alps. Stroll across the iconic Chapel Bridge, home to the distinctive octagonal Water Tower.
Switzerland
Lucerne
Spend the morning soaking up the relaxed lakeside atmosphere of Lugano before setting out towards the heart of Switzerland for your Insider Experience. This evening, you may choose to enjoy an optional traditional dinner and entertainment at a Swiss folklore restaurant (additional expense).Insider Experience – Gotthard Panorama ExpressTravel aboard the Gotthard Panorama Express, one of Switzerland’s most scenic routes. Journey by First Class panoramic train to Flüelen, enjoying sweeping views of mountains and valleys, then continue by boat across Lake Lucerne with lunch included. On arrival in Lucerne, set out on a guided walking tour of this charming city, framed by the Swiss Alps. Stroll across the iconic Chapel Bridge, home to the distinctive octagonal Water Tower.
Switzerland
Lucerne
Today, ascend to the summit of Mount Pilatus aboard the world’s steepest cogwheel railway, taking in views of flower-filled pastures, rugged mountain ledges and snow-capped peaks.
Switzerland
Mount Pilatus, Alpnach
Today, ascend to the summit of Mount Pilatus aboard the world’s steepest cogwheel railway, taking in views of flower-filled pastures, rugged mountain ledges and snow-capped peaks.
Switzerland
Lucerne
This morning, travel by train to Zürich. Enjoy a guided tour of the vibrant city, including the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town and its striking medieval architecture. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Switzerland
Zurich
This morning, travel by train to Zürich. Enjoy a guided tour of the vibrant city, including the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town and its striking medieval architecture. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Switzerland
Zurich
Today, your incredible adventure comes to an end. Following breakfast, you'll be transferred to the airport.
Overview
Includes return flights from the UK*. Journey through the heart of Europe as you cruise the Rhine and Moselle past castles and historic towns, then continue into Switzerland on some of the most iconic rail journeys in the world, including the GoldenPass, Glacier, Bernina and Gotthard Panorama Express.
Suite
Owner's Suite
For added comfort and space, choose an Owner's Suite on the Upper Deck. Electronic slide-down windows create a French-style balcony, while a queen-size bed with plush linen, elegant en suite, personal climate control, blackout blinds and generous storage ensure a relaxing stay as you cruise Europe's waterways.
Cabin inclusions: Blackout blinds, electronic slide-down windows forming a French-style balcony, en suite bathroom, personal climate control, ample storage, queen or twin bed with plush linen, television, mini fridge.
Balcony
French Balcony Stateroom
Wake to ever-changing river views in the French-style Balcony Suite. Innovative electronic windows slide down to create an open-air balcony, allowing fresh air to flow inside. Complete with a queen-size bed dressed in plush linen, a contemporary en suite, blackout blinds, personal climate control, ample storage, a television and a mini fridge, the suite is designed for comfort throughout your cruise.
Cabin includes: En suite bathroom, personal climate control, ample storage, queen or twin bed with plush linen, television, mini fridge, blackout blinds, electronic slide-down windows forming a French-style balcony.
Outside
Window Stateroom
Located on the Lower Deck, the Window Stateroom is a comfortable retreat after a rewarding day ashore. Settle into a queen-size bed, relax in the seating area, and enjoy a well-appointed en suite, along with personal climate control, generous storage, a television and a mini fridge.
Cabin Includes: Cabin Includes: En suite bathroom, personal climate control, ample storage, queen or twin bed with plush linen, television, mini fridge.
classic
Constellations Restaurant
Enjoy fine dining in Constellations Restaurant.
Sun Deck
Sky Deck
Head up to the sunken terrace and garden to relax as you take in the European riverside scenery. Maybe take a dip in the whirlpool or perhaps give the putting green a go.
With a two-and-a-half deck design, enjoy access to magnificent views on the top deck throughout your cruise. Plus, an internal all-weather staircase connects the Lounge to the Sun Deck.
Bar, Lounge
True North Lounge & Bar
Visit True North Lounge for a relaxed option.
Bar
McGeary's Bar
Dine on casual pub-style fare at McGeary's Bar.
Lounge
Alfresco Lounge
Admire the scenery thanks to floor-to-ceiling glass windows, or enjoy the fresh air while relaxing in the Alfresco Lounge.
Cafe
Coffee Station
The Coffee Station can be located on the Upper Deck.
Reception
Reception
The Reception is located on the Upper Deck.
Whirlpool/Jacuzzi
Whirlpool
Enjoy a soak in the jacuzzi.
Gym
Fitness Room
Maintain your fitness while cruising with access to an onboard gym.