Knapp is hosting a European wine cruise in 2025!

Cruise through Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps November 3–11 2025 with other wine lovers and Knapp Winery’s very own Cole & Karen Wilson.

Discover fairytale castles and historic vineyards as part of this spectacular Rhine River cruise fantasy showcasing the wines of the Rheingau and beyond. Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history. Then it’s off to Germany, where you’ll discover not only the grand city of Cologne but charming villages like the winemaking hamlet of Rüdesheim and the university town of Heidelberg. Enjoy cruising through the UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, where 40 castles are strung like pearls along the river banks. Cross the border into France’s Alsace region in enchanting Strasbourg and take in spectacular panoramas of the Swiss Alps. Encompassing the Netherlands, Germany, France and Switzerland, as well as iconic landmarks and majestic mountain landscapes, this distinctive itinerary is truly a dream come true.

DAY 1: AMSTERDAM – EMBARKATION

DAY 2: AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS

There are 165 canals in Amsterdam, and you’ll get enjoy some of them on your canal cruise.

DAY 3: COLOGNE, GERMANY

Enjoy cruising to Cologne, then join a guided tour through the enchanting Old Town for sites such as the Cologne Rathaus, the Fishmarkt, and the Great St. Martin Church. End your city tour with a visit to a local tavern to taste its famous Kölsch beer. As an alternative, examine the historic architectural styles on display throughout the Cologne Cathedral. Active guests will want to join a guided bike ride along the Rhine and through the historic Stadtgarten.

DAY 4: RHINE GORGE – RÜDESHEIM, GERMANY

Cruise through the captivating Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river before reaching the winemaking town of Rüdesheim. Join a wine tasting to discover the flavors of the town’s iconic vineyards and so much more.

DAY 5: LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY

Visit Heidelberg, the perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany’s Castle Road. Alternatively, you can visit one of Germany’s oldest cities, Speyer, known for the largest Romanesque cathedral in Europe—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and the medieval Old Gate, Altpörtel.

DAY 6: STRASBOURG, FRANCE

Strasbourg offers flavors of both France and Germany because of its borderline location. Enjoy a panoramic tour past the stunning Parc de l’Orangerie, the European Parliament and the Place de la République before walking through its iconic “La Petite France” district.

DAY 7: BASEL, SWITZERLAND

Enjoy getting to know Basel, Switzerland’s third largest city. Long an important university, banking and trade center, Basel’s glorious past is still evident in its medieval town hall, richly decorated market square and exquisite 18th-century patrician homes.

DAY 8: BASEL, SWITZERLAND – DISEMBARKATION

Stay tuned for more information from Knapp and an introductory event at the winery for those interested in taking this trip of a lifetime.

Find more details and pricing for the cruise on Envision Travel’s website below. Terri Kane, our travel agent, will help host the informative event!

We hope you’ll join us for culture, history, and plenty of wine on this incredible trip!