The inescapable romantic spirit of the Rhine, the ancient castles and grand palaces, half-timbered houses, medieval towns, famous wines, and robust beer are some of the highlights you'll discover and savor as you sail along two incredible rivers - the legendary Rhine and the wonderfully scenic Main.

Experience 1,000 years of history in Aschaffenburg, nicknamed the "Bavarian Nice." Explore the architectural gem and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bamberg, spread over seven hills and situated in the heart of Northern Bavaria. Visit Heidelberg, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe, perfectly nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany's "Castle Road." Take a gondola ride to the Niederwald monument in Rudesheim, depicting the mythical figure of Germania, and providing spectacular views of the vineyards below. Marvel at the world's largest ceiling fresco in the Wurzburg Residence and taste the wonderfully fruity Franconian wines in its cellar below. And this is just Germany!

A gem in France awaits

Cruise to Strasbourg, with its half-timbered houses clustered along narrow, winding lanes, quaint canals and the magnificent, single-spire gothic cathedral Notre Dame-the town looks as if it comes out of a Grimm's fairy tale.

Who will enjoy this cruise: Historians looking to uncover a thousand years of history. The young and "young at heart" who enjoy fairy tales and myths. Artists, poets and writers looking for inspiration, and anyone simply looking for a grand time.