Tulips and the Rhine
Embark on a mesmerizing 7-night river cruise through the Netherlands and Germany, culminating in the enchanting beauty of Switzerland. Immerse yourself in a captivating journey filled with alluring history, awe-inspiring architecture, and nature. Begin your adventure in Amsterdam and cruise the canals fronted by stately Dutch Golden Age mansions. In Cologne, admire the twin-spired Gothic Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and take in the city’s medieval history. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Rhine Promenade in Koblenz and take some time to relax in a cafe or beer garden. Explore the Palace Gardens at Heidelberg Castle, one of Germany’s most famous landmarks overlooking the city, or visit the Wilhelm-Hack-Museum in Ludwigshafen to see an impressive collection of modern and contemporary art featuring works by famous artists from around the world. Visit Strasbourg’s wine cellars and half-timbered homes in “La Petite France,” and hike beneath the Black Forest evergreen canopy of Grimm’s fairy tales. Before ending your journey in Basel, visit Breisach, a lovely German town resting among rolling vineyards.
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The Rice Alumni Traveling Owls program serves as a catalyst for lifelong learning and strengthens bonds between Rice University alumni and friends. With a commitment to education, engagement, exploration and excellence, the Traveling Owls program is designed to create exciting intellectual itineraries unlike any other travel opportunities, while sustaining enthusiasm for knowledge and building relationships among fellow Owls.