Tar Heel Travel
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Europe’s incomparable history and heritage are yours to discover on this handcrafted, night–nine cruise. Board your exclusively chartered, first–class ship in Passau, Germany, and sail away through the sculpted hills of the Main, Rhine and Moselle rivers. Daily excursions showcase ancient monuments and charming towns, UNESCO World Heritage sites and vine–laced slopes. Travel to romantic Regensburg to visit a Benedictine monastery and enjoy a brandy tasting in Miltenberg.
You’ll stroll through Trier, Germany’s oldest city; cruise through the Rhine Gorge, a winding stretch renowned for its beauty; and stroll through lovely Koblenz, where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet. In Cochem, admire half–timbered houses on cobblestone lanes and visit a stately castle high above town. Plus, in the ports of Nuremberg, Bamberg and Würzburg, choose included excursions that fit your interest, such as cultural experiences and culinary tours. Along the way, indulge in insights from experts, regional dishes and local wines. This heartwarming journey includes an ample meal plan, plus wine and beer with lunch and dinner. No single supplement for solo travelers.
Day 2 - Munich, Germany | Passau
Day 3 - Regensburg
Day 4 - Nuremberg
Day 5 - Bamberg | Hassfurt
Day 6 - Würzburg
Day 7 - Miltenberg
Day 8 - Koblenz
Day 9 - Koblenz | Cochem
Day 10 - Tier
Day 11- Depart for home city
Base Price: From $4,295*, per person, category E cabin
- Airfare additional
No single supplement
Discounts available:
- Save $250 per person with Special Savings*, through Nov. 25, 2025
- Save $500 person with Full Payment Discount*, through March 26, 2026
- *Must pay in full at the time of booking to receive discount
Inclusions:
- 9 nights aboard the exclusively chartered MS Amadeus Amara.
- 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 9 dinners, including Welcome and Farewell Dinners; tea or coffee with all meals, plus wine with dinner.
- See cobranded web page for details and brochure.
- Tar Heel Travel is a member exclusive perk.
- There must be one Carolina Alumni member in a room. Membership is open to anyone. Learn more.
- By reserving on this tour, you agree to the terms and conditions specific to this tour which are set by the tour operator. This information can be found in the tour brochure.
- The Carolina Alumni Travel Office and tour operator reserve the right to to decline or accept a reservation should a person's health, mental condition, physical infirmity or attitude jeopardize the operation of the tour or the rights, welfare, or enjoyment of other participants. Refunds will be made in accordance with the cancellation policy listed in the tour brochure.
- Please contact us if you have questions about this trip or group travel. We're happy to help in any way we can.
- Phone: 877.962.3980 (If we are unable to answer your call, please leave a detailed message with your name, phone number and email.)
- Email: travel@unc.edu
- All inquiries and room requests are answered in the order in which they are received.
- If you are ready to request a reservation, please submit your reservation request form.
- If you wish us to hold a room for 2 business days, please send us the passenger's names, address, phone number and email. This information must be provided in order to hold a room.