Viking Rhine Getaway River Boat Cruise: Day to Day Overview of the Cruise & Excursions (7 Days)

Editorial Summary

The creator provides a day by day overview of a seven day Viking Rhine Getaway river cruise traveling from Amsterdam to Basel. The journey begins in Amsterdam where the creator describes the embarkation process and the mandatory safety meetings. The itinerary includes excursions to a cheese farm and windmills in Kinderdijk, a walking tour of Cologne featuring the cathedral and chocolate museum, and exploring the historic town of Koblenz. The cruise continues through the scenic Rhine river valley, passing various castles, and includes stops in Rudesheim, Speyer, and Strasbourg. The creator highlights the half timbered houses and astronomical clock in Strasbourg as major highlights. Additional excursions include visiting Colmar and hiking in the Black Forest. The video concludes with practical advice for potential travelers, noting that river cruises differ from ocean cruises because the ship often moves to different locations between excursions. The creator also mentions that booking this specific getaway outside of the holiday season is a more cost effective alternative to a Christmas market cruise.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.