Hild, Paris to the Swiss Alps ex Zurich to Paris
Cruise Line Viking River Cruises
Ship Viking Hild
Destination EU Rivers
Nights 11
Departure Date 23 Oct 2021
Description 7 Night Cruise sailing from Basel to Trier aboard Viking Hild. Hotel stays pre-cruise in Zurich and post-cruise in Paris.


Day 1 Zürich, Switzerland
Arrive in Zürich, Switzerland’s largest city and often cited as one of Europe’s most livable places. Make your way to your hotel for a 2-night stay. After check-in, enjoy free time to explore this exciting lakeside city.

Day 2 Zürich, Switzerland
Discover Zürich during a city walk. As you explore, the distant snowcapped Alps tower across the lake and cast their reflection in the glassy waters. You will see the twin-spired Grossmünster church, founded by Charlemagne, with its stained-glass windows by Augusto Giacometti. Across the Limatt River, admire the Fraumünster, with its distinctive green spire. Marc Chagall created five windows of the abbey’s choir. After your walk, embark a boat for a scenic tour on Lake Zürich. (B)

Day 3 Basel and Zürich, Switzerland
Transfer to Basel this morning, a fascinating blend of modern and traditional with a thriving arts scene. Get acquainted with its Market Square of guild houses and Gothic, Renaissance and baroque splendor. Then embark your ship in time for dinner. (B, D)

Day 4 Strasbourg, France
Visit Strasbourg today, the cultural center of France’s Alsace region. Thanks to its location at the border of France and Germany, it boasts a convivial mix of cultural influences. See its well preserved Old Town, or Petit France, enclosed on all sides by the little Ill River. Stroll the cobblestone streets lined with half-timbered houses and intersected by picturesque canals, pausing to visit the cathedral. Indulging in Alsatian café culture is central to any visit here. You might join an excursion to sample Alsatian wine. (B, L, D)

Day 5 Speyer, Germany
Explore the quiet German town of Speyer, on the west bank of the Rhine. Visit its stunning Romanesque imperial cathedral, considered a pivotal structure in the evolution of European architecture. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the burial place of eight emperors including some of the most famous Holy Roman Emperors. Stroll Speyer’s charming, shop-lined main street and see the impressive clock tower of its Altpörtel, the Old Town Gate. (B, L, D)

Day 6 Mainz, Germany
Arrive in Mainz today in the heart of the Rhine wine region. Visit one of the Upper Rhine’s most dramatic cathedrals here, Mainz Cathedral with its six towers reaching to the heavens. You will also browse the Gutenberg Museum, dedicated to the inventor of movable type and book printing. The collection includes many beautiful books and fascinating printing technologies, including a replica of Gutenberg’s workshop. (B, L, D)

Day 7 Koblenz, Germany
This morning, sail along the Middle Rhine and enjoy scenic cruising through the Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Pass the sleepy town of Sankt Goar, home to Rhinefels Castle, the largest fortress on the Rhine. See Lorelei Rock, named after the fabled figure who once lured sailors to her shores and stop in Koblenz. Stroll around the romantic town, witness where the Rhine and Moselle Rivers meet and explore its historic past. (B, L, D)

Day 8 Cochem, Germany
This morning, cruise the Moselle before disembarking in the quaint town of Cochem for a tour of this stunning medieval town and its millennium-old Reichsburg Castle perched on a hill. Visit the scenic Moselle wine country, where some of the finest Rieslings in the world are produced along terraced slopes. During your tour, delve into a wine-making history that dates back nearly 2,000 years to Roman times. Stop at a local winery for a tour and tasting before returning to your ship. (B, L, D)

Day 9 Bernkastel & Trier, Germany
We dock in Bernkastel this morning, one of the Moselle’s most beloved medieval villages and a thriving wine center. You might join an optional wine-tasting excursion during your stay. Later, continue cruising to Trier, Germany’s oldest city, set on the banks of the Moselle River. See the wonderfully preserved Roman Porta Nigra gate, Trier Cathedral and the Church of Our Lady. You will remain docked here this evening. (B, L, D)

Day 10 Reims & Paris, France
Disembark this morning and transfer to Paris, France. En route, pass through Luxembourg where, at the American Cemetery, you can pay homage to the thousands of soldiers who lost their lives during the World War II Battle of the Bulge. Then, pause in Reims to visit the cathedral and stop for lunch before continuing on to Paris. When you arrive in the romantic capital of France, check in to your hotel for a two-night stay. Your evening is free to explore and dine on your own. (B)

Day 11 Paris, France
Today’s tour begins with a drive along the Seine River, past the city’s glorious landmarks such as Notre Dame Cathedral, the world-famous Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay. You will also drive along the Champs-Élysées past the Arc de Triomphe. The remainder of the day is yours to experience more of this timeless city: visit a museum or explore Montmartre. As always, your Program Director can help you plan your free time. (B)

Day 12 Paris, France
After breakfast, check out of your hotel. (B)
Sailing Dates
  • 13 Mar 2021
  • 27 Mar 2021
  • 10 Apr 2021
  • 24 Apr 2021
  • 08 May 2021
  • 22 May 2021
  • 19 Jun 2021
  • 03 Jul 2021
  • 17 Jul 2021
  • 31 Jul 2021
  • 28 Aug 2021
  • 11 Sep 2021
  • 25 Sep 2021
  • 09 Oct 2021
  • 23 Oct 2021
  • 06 Nov 2021
  • 12 Mar 2022
  • 26 Mar 2022
  • 09 Apr 2022
  • 23 Apr 2022
  • 07 May 2022
  • 21 May 2022
  • 04 Jun 2022
  • 18 Jun 2022
  • 02 Jul 2022
  • 16 Jul 2022
  • 30 Jul 2022
  • 13 Aug 2022
  • 27 Aug 2022
  • 10 Sep 2022
  • 24 Sep 2022
  • 08 Oct 2022
  • 22 Oct 2022
  • 05 Nov 2022
Itinerary

Cruise Itinerary

DayDateActivityArriveDepart
1 23/10 Zurich, Switzerland Hotel
2 24/10 Zurich, Switzerland Hotel
3 25/10 Basel, Switzerland Embark
4 26/10 Strasbourg, France
5 27/10 Speyer, Germany
6 28/10 Mainz, Germany
7 29/10 Koblenz, Germany
8 30/10 Cochem, Germany
9 31/10 Bernkastel, Germany
9 31/10 Trier, Germany
10 01/11 Trier, Germany Disembark Transfer to Paris
10 01/11 Paris, France Hotel
11 02/11 Paris, France Hotel
12 03/11 Paris, France
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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