Emerald Cruises : 13 nights from Zurich with Emerald Astra
Jun 24, 2026

Zurich

A mix of tradition and modernity, Zurich, Switzerland's largest city, has a rich and fascinating history that is visible in its architecture, traditions and culture. Founded by the Romans 2,000 years ago, the city has gone through eras of economic prosperity and cultural development becoming an important European financial and cultural center. Its ancient historical monuments blend harmoniously with modern infrastructure, creating a unique atmosphere that captivates visitors.

Mild and pleasant climate: The climate of the city is ideal for exploring Zurich on foot or by bycicle. Summers are warm and sunny, while winters are cold but not overly harsh. This temperate climate allows visitors to enjoy the city's many attractions in any season.

Attractions not to be missed in Zurich: Zurich is full of places to visit and offers a wide range of attractions for visitors of all interests such as the picturesque old town with its cobblestone streets and old buildings and Lake Zurich that offers beautiful scenic views and water activities. Its renowned art museums, such as the Kunsthaus Zurich, and the vibrant dining and shopping scene round out the city's tourist offerings.

Zurich, the largest city in Switzerland, boasts a rich and fascinating history that is reflected in its architecture, traditions, and vibrant culture. Founded by the Romans more than 2000 years ago, Zurich has gone through eras of economic prosperity and cultural development, becoming today an important European financial and cultural center. Its ancient historical monuments blend harmoniously with modern infrastructure, creating a unique atmosphere that fascinates visitors.

Zurich enjoys a mild and pleasant climate for most of the year, making it an ideal destination to explore on foot or by bike. Summers are warm and sunny, while winters are cold but not excessively harsh. This temperate climate allows visitors to enjoy the numerous attractions of the city in every season.

Zurich offers a wide range of attractions for visitors of every interest. From the picturesque old town with its cobbled streets and ancient buildings, to Lake Zurich which offers splendid panoramic views and water activities, the city is full of places to visit. Renowned art museums, such as the Kunsthaus Zurich, and the vibrant gastronomic and shopping scene complete the city's tourist offer.

Zurich cuisine is a feast for the palate, offering traditional Swiss dishes such as fondue, raclette, zürcher geschnetzeltes (sliced veal in sauce), accompanied by sweet delicacies such as bircher muesli. The local markets offer fresh products such as artisan cheeses, Swiss chocolate, and freshly baked bread that will delight gourmets.

To enrich your visit to Zurich with a special touch, consider the opportunity to book a cruise that departs directly from the city. Sailing on the waters of Lake Zurich or along the Limmat River offers breathtaking views of the city and its main attractions. By booking a cruise from Zurich, you can experience an unforgettable experience that will allow you to appreciate the beauty of the city from a unique perspective.

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Lucerne

Strasbourg

Prosperous and cosmopolitan Strasbourg is a large metropolis in north-eastern France and is the intellectual and cultural capital of Alsace. Located a few kilometers west of the Rhine, the city is rightly entitled “city of roads”, its vital transport arteries that have linked Northern Europe with the Mediterranean since the Celtic era.

Strasbourg continues to serve as an important European crossroads thanks to the presence of the European Parliament, the Council of Europe, the European Court of Human Rights, the Eurocorps, and a student population of approximately 48,000. Strasbourg is one of the most cycle-friendly cities in Europe. In the lively old city you will find restaurants, Winstub (traditional Alsatian restaurants), and the oldest pubs, a splendid area to explore on foot is the cathedral, a medieval wonder in pink sandstone. Nearby you will find one of the most beautiful ensembles of French museums.

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Heidelberg

With an annual influx of around three million tourists a day, Heidelberg is at the top of all statistics in Germany, Europe, and probably the world. Considered one of the most beautiful cities in Germany. Heidelberg is the city of love stories and classic international urban tourism. It brings out the strengths, including the romanticism of the Old Bridge and the majestic castle, with cultural events offering high-level gastronomy, rather tasty and welcoming. It will take at least a day to visit the city and its castle. From the historic center, you will reach the picturesque ruins of the castle north of the Königstuhl in a few minutes on foot or by rail, for those who wish to enjoy a breathtaking view, you can go up the Philosophers' Way (Philosophenweg). You will understand the turbulent history of this imposing building during its 700 years of existence. It houses the largest barrel in the world, built from 130 oak trunks, along more than eight meters wide, can contain a volume of 221,726 liters. The castle hosts, every summer, one of the most beautiful open-air theater festivals in southern Germany, the first edition of which dates back to 1926. From the fortress you take the path that descends into the Burgweg, a magnificent territory that has a great historical place: the Cultural Documentation Center of Rom and Sinti Germans. A permanent exhibition presenting the life and destiny of this community, remembering the Nazi genocide of which they were victims. In the heart of the old city there is the Marktplatz ("market square") where you will find elegant patrician houses, numerous bars, and a lot of nice shops, decorated by a beautiful fountain that adorns Heidelberg.

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Amsterdam

Amsterdam is a charming city with a particularly relaxing and serene atmosphere, despite its large size. The city has been a World Heritage Site since 2010 and has buildings dating back to the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. It is no coincidence that it is one of the most visited cities in the world.

The structure of the city is determined by a network of charming waterways. The historic center, which dates back to the 13th century, is surrounded by five concentric canals - the Grachtengordel - built in the 17th century as part of a perfectly successful expansion project designed to create a unique and refined urban environment.

It is here that the city's mercantile class built its characteristic gabled houses, with bright, gracefully decorated colors, whose romantic features are reflected in the olive-green waters of the picturesque canals.

London

London is not only the capital of the United Kingdom but is also its political, economic, cultural and financial center. The city boasts the largest number of museums, libraries and stadiums worldwide. Together with New York and Hong Kong, it represents an important global financial center. London is home to some of the most important companies in the world and 7 of the top 100 universities in the world.

Coming here you can't miss the following attractions:

1. London Eye (The British Airways London Eye): the London Eye is one of London's most iconic tourist attractions, located on the south bank of the River Thames, opposite the Palace of Westminster and Big Ben. At night, the lights of the London Eye twinkle and the revolving London Eye becomes the most beautiful show along the Thames. You can sit on the Ferris wheel with your family and friends and admire all of London.

2. British Museum (British Museum): is the largest museum in Great Britain and is one of the four most important museums in the world. The museum houses a large number of precious relics from all over the world, such as the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon stone sculpture and the head of Ramses II. There are also many valuable documents and manuscripts. If you like museums, this is the place for you!

3. Buckingham Palace: whose name means "house of others" is located in the West End of London, on the west side of James Park. Once the residence of the British royal family, the king's palace is now the seat of the British Parliament. If you are lucky, you might also come across the changing of the guard ceremony in front of Buckingham Palace.

4. Tower Bridge: the city is crossed by the River Thames and many bridges with different styles connect the different banks. One of the most beautiful bridges in the city is Tower Bridge, which has now become a symbol of the city. Tower Bridge is one of the most famous and recognizable bridges in the world, so much so that it has become one of the distinctive symbols of the city. Located in London on the River Thames near the Tower of London, it takes its name from the latter.

London

London is not only the capital of the United Kingdom but is also its political, economic, cultural and financial center. The city boasts the largest number of museums, libraries and stadiums worldwide. Together with New York and Hong Kong, it represents an important global financial center. London is home to some of the most important companies in the world and 7 of the top 100 universities in the world.

Coming here you can't miss the following attractions:

1. London Eye (The British Airways London Eye): the London Eye is one of London's most iconic tourist attractions, located on the south bank of the River Thames, opposite the Palace of Westminster and Big Ben. At night, the lights of the London Eye twinkle and the revolving London Eye becomes the most beautiful show along the Thames. You can sit on the Ferris wheel with your family and friends and admire all of London.

2. British Museum (British Museum): is the largest museum in Great Britain and is one of the four most important museums in the world. The museum houses a large number of precious relics from all over the world, such as the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon stone sculpture and the head of Ramses II. There are also many valuable documents and manuscripts. If you like museums, this is the place for you!

3. Buckingham Palace: whose name means "house of others" is located in the West End of London, on the west side of James Park. Once the residence of the British royal family, the king's palace is now the seat of the British Parliament. If you are lucky, you might also come across the changing of the guard ceremony in front of Buckingham Palace.

4. Tower Bridge: the city is crossed by the River Thames and many bridges with different styles connect the different banks. One of the most beautiful bridges in the city is Tower Bridge, which has now become a symbol of the city. Tower Bridge is one of the most famous and recognizable bridges in the world, so much so that it has become one of the distinctive symbols of the city. Located in London on the River Thames near the Tower of London, it takes its name from the latter.

London

London is not only the capital of the United Kingdom but is also its political, economic, cultural and financial center. The city boasts the largest number of museums, libraries and stadiums worldwide. Together with New York and Hong Kong, it represents an important global financial center. London is home to some of the most important companies in the world and 7 of the top 100 universities in the world.

Coming here you can't miss the following attractions:

1. London Eye (The British Airways London Eye): the London Eye is one of London's most iconic tourist attractions, located on the south bank of the River Thames, opposite the Palace of Westminster and Big Ben. At night, the lights of the London Eye twinkle and the revolving London Eye becomes the most beautiful show along the Thames. You can sit on the Ferris wheel with your family and friends and admire all of London.

2. British Museum (British Museum): is the largest museum in Great Britain and is one of the four most important museums in the world. The museum houses a large number of precious relics from all over the world, such as the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon stone sculpture and the head of Ramses II. There are also many valuable documents and manuscripts. If you like museums, this is the place for you!

3. Buckingham Palace: whose name means "house of others" is located in the West End of London, on the west side of James Park. Once the residence of the British royal family, the king's palace is now the seat of the British Parliament. If you are lucky, you might also come across the changing of the guard ceremony in front of Buckingham Palace.

4. Tower Bridge: the city is crossed by the River Thames and many bridges with different styles connect the different banks. One of the most beautiful bridges in the city is Tower Bridge, which has now become a symbol of the city. Tower Bridge is one of the most famous and recognizable bridges in the world, so much so that it has become one of the distinctive symbols of the city. Located in London on the River Thames near the Tower of London, it takes its name from the latter.