Where Luxury Meets the River: Castles, Culture, Culinary & Wellness
Overview
About this trip
Global Traveler
29 October to November 5th, 2026
7-night on the Rhine/Dutch Waterways
Germany, Netherlands & Belgium:
Luxury Rhine & Dutch Waterways River Cruise Itinerary
Ports:
October 29, 2026 – Frankfurt | October 30 – Rüdesheim | October 31 – Cochem | November 1 – Bonn | November 2 – Nijmegen | November 3–4 – Antwerp | November 5 – Brussels
How is Cruising with Transcend?
Experience a new level of river cruising where luxury, culture, culinary experiences, and wellness come together. Sail through Germany, the Netherlands, and Belgium, exploring castles, vineyards, historic towns, and world-class cities — all while enjoying a fully immersive onboard lifestyle experience.
Each day includes incredible ports, onboard activities and wellness experiences, such as E-bike tours and Nordic walking with the Wellness Director, as well as onboard yoga classes, TechnoGym fitness training, hydrotherapy, and relaxation.
Stateroom Numbers will be allocated 90 days prior to sailing date.
What's included
Elegant Accomodations
Accommodations in a 210 Sq F/20 Sq M Stateroom
Meals Onboard
Daily breakfast, lunch, dinner and specialty dining are always included. Spectacular dinners curated by our Executive Chef Alternative dining options
Drinks
Wine, whiskey, beer, and champagne tastings
First Class Amenities
Wellness Center with hot & cold saunas, hydrotherapy pool, relaxation lounges, and experiential showers. Daily yoga and fitness classes. Technogym fitness center
Activities
Theme nights, movie nights on the top deck or the forum, and live piano music. Dancing in the main lounge. Evening cocktails at the firepit on the top deck
More Wellness
Included E-bike excursions in port. Nordic walking excursions with Wellness Director
Excursions*
Complimentary non-motorized shore excursions in the following ports: Antwerp, Nijmegen and Cochem
Port Fees and Taxes
Gratuities
What's not included
Extra Shore Excursions
1. Optional Paid Shore Excursions. 2. Shore excursions outside the non-motorized excursions offered by Transcend Cruises
Airfare
Airport Transfers
Onboard Spa Services
Personal Expenses
Incidentals
Day 1 - October 29
Frankfurt, Germany - Embarkation Day
Historic Römerberg square, Frankfurt Cathedral, gourmet markets, and luxury shopping. Try apfelwein, German sausages, and fresh market specialties.
Day 2 - October 30
Rüdesheim, Germany
Rhine wine country, Drosselgasse wine street, vineyard views and castles. Enjoy Riesling tastings and Rüdesheimer coffee.
Day 3 - October 31
Cochem, Germany
Fairytale Reichsburg Castle, Moselle River views, charming old town. Taste Moselle wines, schnitzel, and visit the historic mustard mill.
Day 4 - November 1
Bonn, Germany
Beethoven’s birthplace, riverside promenades, botanical gardens and historic town center. Enjoy German chocolate, cakes, and local beer.
Day 5 - November 2
Nijmegen, Netherlands
The oldest Dutch city with Roman history, lively cafés, markets, and beautiful cycling routes. Try Dutch cheese, stroopwafels, and local gin.
Day 6 & 7 - November 3–4
Antwerp, Belgium
World center for diamonds, fashion, art, waffles, and chocolate. Visit the Cathedral of Our Lady, Central Station, and the Diamond District.
Day 8 - November 5
Brussels, Belgium - Disembarkation Day
Morning breakfast and saying goodbye to those you have met throughout your journey. If you are staying longer in Brussels, don’t forget to experience The Grand Place, Royal Galleries, Belgian chocolate, waffles, beer, and elegant shopping.
