Cologne city tour

Discover the city’s historic attractions beginning with a scenic coach trip in the company of a knowledgeable guide who will point out the highlights. See the pretty Altstadt, or old town, which has been sensitively restored to it's pre-World War II glory, the awe-inspiring towers of Gross St Martin, the elaborate town hall and mighty Gothic cathedral. Then set off on foot to get a closer look as you stroll along the cobbled lanes and lively squares, such as the Alter Markt.

Walking Grade 4

Three hours

Dusseldorf City Tour

A square kilometre full of churches, art and pubs in the heart of the city – this is Düsseldorf’s famous Old Town. Discover the "longest bar in the world" - and much more. Düsseldorf's Altstadt (Old Town) is packed with more than 260 bars, restaurants, cafés, and breweries, along with everything else that adds to the flair of a historically grown city. Join an expert guide on a stroll through the picturesque lanes, take a look behind the scenes and prepare to make surprising discoveries.

This is history come to life. Find out, among other things, why the Gothic St. Lambertus church has a twisted tower, how The Rider statue of popular elector Jan Wellem came about, where Heinrich Heine was born, and how tailor Wibbel gained fame. The Burgplatz (square) with the Schlossturm (palace tower) holds great charm. From here, it's a stone's throw to the Rhine embankment promenade- offering a stunning view of Düsseldorf's skyline and the Oberkassel Rhine banks.

Walking grade 2

Two hours

Arnhem Commemoration

Visit the site of the momentous events of Operation Market Garden, beginning at the famous ‘Bridge Too Far’. It was here that the 2nd Battalion, led by Lieutenant Colonel Frost, held out for four days in September 1944 against overwhelming odds. At the north end, you’ll see a monument which honours those who participated in the mission, many of whom lost their lives. Continue to the old church in Oosterbeek, where the Allies took refuge prior to withdrawing, passing some of the fields where the landings took place. You return to Arnhem via the Airborne Cemetery, the final resting place of 1,748 Allied troops.

Walking Grade 2

Three-and-a-half hours

Castle Gardens at Arcen

Discover 15 unique gardens, designed by landscape architect Niek Roozen, that have been laid out around a historic country estate with a 17th-century castle. Admire the Rhododendron Garden, Bamboo Forest, oriental water garden and Baroque Rosarium and explore the Casa Verde, a large greenhouse containing banana trees, bird of paradise flowers, palms and tree ferns, and a Koi pond.

Walking Grade 3

Four-and-a-half hours

Roermond walking tour

The town sits on the bank of the Meuse river and boasts more than 800 years of history, with much of the town centre designated a conservation area full of listed buildings and monuments. Its skyline is dominated by the towers of St Christopher Cathedral and Roermond Minster. A walking tour is a great way to see some of the highlights.

Walking Grade 3

Two hours

Maastricht City Tour

After meeting your guide at the ship, embark on a walking tour. Your route includes a visit to the oldest working water mill in the Netherlands, dating back to the 14th century, which still mills grain for the adjacent bakery and a brewery. Walk around the city wall, through elegant shopping streets and past the house where Andre Rieu was born. Next you will see several chapels and churches before your tour winds its way to grand Vrijthof Square, in the heart of the city.

Walking grade 3

Three hours