French Canals Cruise: Alsace & Lorraine

DAY 1-2: WELCOME TO FRANKFURT!
Travel to Frankfurt, Germany aboard an overnight direct flight from St. Louis, MO. Upon arrival, enjoy a city tour of Frankfurt, the largest financial center in continental Europe. Check in for a welcome dinner and leisurely evening at the Frankfurt Marriott. Meals in flight, D

DAY 3: WELCOME ABOARD IN LAGARDE
Travel from Frankfurt to Eastern France, stopping in historic sites with a local guide along the way. Your canal journey begins in Lagarde, where you’ll be greeted by friendly cruise staff to welcome you aboard the 5-star MS Jeanine, created specifically for canal cruising with just 10 passenger cabins on board. Settle into your cozy cabin and enjoy a festive welcome cocktail as the anticipation builds for the journey ahead. B, D

DAY 4: CRUISING TO XOUAXANGE
Relax and take in the tranquil scenery as your boutique ship glides along the Marne-Rhine Canal toward Xouaxange. This is a perfect day to unwind, share stories with new friends, and let the gentle rhythm of the water set the pace. B, L, D

DAY 5: XOUAXANGE TO LUTZELBOURG & THE ARZVILLER INCLINED PLANE
Begin your day with a stroll along Chagall’s Way in Sarrebourg, marveling at the famous stained glass. Enjoy a candlelight lunch as you pass through canal tunnels, then experience the engineering wonder of the Saint-Louis-Arzviller inclined plane. A stop at the Lehrer Crystal Glassworks adds a sparkling touch before arriving in Lutzelbourg for the evening. B, L, D

DAY 6: LUTZELBOURG TO SAVERNE
Start with a walk to the fairytale Château de Lutzelbourg. Cruise onward to Saverne, where you’ll visit the “Eye of Alsace”—the Château de Haut-Barr—and enjoy a guided tour of this charming medieval city. The day ends with a delicious tarte flambée dinner at a local restaurant, a true taste of Alsace. B, L, D

DAY 7: SAVERNE TO WALTENHEIM & KOCHERSBERG
Cruise to Hochefelden in the morning, then set out for an afternoon excursion to the lush Kochersberg region. Visit the Maison du Kochersberg museum and the historic Villa Meteor brewery, where tradition and hospitality shine. Return to your ship in Waltenheim-sur-Zorn, full of new memories. B, L, D

DAY 8: WALTENHEIM TO STRASBOURG
Enjoy a leisurely morning cruise to Strasbourg. In the afternoon, discover the city’s oldest quarter on a scenic boat tour, then return to the ship for a festive gala evening—an unforgettable celebration with your small group and hosts, Scott and Nina Davis. B, L, D

DAY 9: FAREWELL IN STRASBOURG
Savor one last breakfast on board with your new friends before disembarking and returning to Frankfurt. Reminisce about a remarkable journey with fellow travelers at a farewell dinner. B, D

DAY 10: RETURN HOME
Return to St. Louis aboard a direct flight from Frankfurt. B, Meals in flight

ACCOMMODATIONS:
Night 1: Overnight flight
Night 2: Marriott, Frankfurt, Germany
Nights 3-8: MS Jeanine
Night 9: Marriott, Frankfurt, Germany

Departure Cities:

• St. Louis

Depart: October 19, 2026
Return: October 28. 2026

Price Per Person:

• Double: $6,299
• Single: $10,999

Note: This tour requires a $500 per person deposit.

Price includes port taxes, fees, and direct roundtrip airfare from STL to FRA. Please call for other gateway cities.

Identification
Valid passport required to travel.

Walking Distance
To fully enjoy your vacation, you should be in good physical health and understand there are times when a good deal of walking is involved in our tours. Those who have difficulty walking may not want to take this trip or should discuss their personal situation with their doctor before deciding. You should be able to walk at a steady pace for a mile at a time for a daily total of three to four miles per day and be able to manage steps to board/de-board the motorcoach several times a day. In addition, many US and European airports require lengthy walks to get from ticketing counters to your departure gate. Due to the lack of proper facilities at some of the farms, ranches, and off-the-beaten-path sites we often visit, we are unable to accommodate walkers and wheelchairs.

We are finding that most European cities are closing their historic districts to motor traffic. This, of course, adds to the amount of walking involved when visiting a city (sometimes on uneven and/or cobblestone walkways). In addition, you should know that you may be required to exit the motorcoach at each stop because local law often does not allow travelers to remain on the motorcoach while it is parked for a scheduled stop.

Currency
Euro

Other General Information
Tour Communications: You will receive three key communications leading up to your tour:

• Get Ready: Your email confirmation and initial tour information, sent after you register.
• Get Set: An email with additional tour details, sent approximately two months before departure.
• Go: Your final trip documents, mailed via USPS approximately three to four weeks before departure. This packet will include your daily itinerary, luggage tags, and final departure information.

Travel Protection: Travel Protection is optional but highly recommended and may be purchased until the day before departure. Sunrise Tours offers plans through battleface. Additional information will be included with your Get Ready email and can also be found HERE.

Inclusions: Unless otherwise noted, your Sunrise Tour includes:

• A professional Sunrise Tour Director
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary
• Local step-on guides, including gratuities
• International tour guide gratuities when specified for the individual tour
• Deluxe motorcoach transportation with an onboard restroom
• Admission to activities and events as indicated
• Airfare from designated airports
• Transportation to and from designated airports from our convenient local pickup points*
• Luggage handling at hotels when available

Gratuities: We believe tipping is a personal and discretionary interaction between our guests and staff. A typical gratuity for your Sunrise Tour Director and motorcoach driver is $6 to $10 per person, per day of the tour. Sunrise Shuttle drivers also appreciate gratuities for excellent service, with a suggested amount of $5 per person. Our staff will not solicit gratuities or distribute gratuity envelopes.

Refreshments: We are happy to provide refreshments on most motorcoach travel days. We also recommend bringing a refillable water bottle to help you stay hydrated throughout your tour.

Pickup Points: If fewer than four travelers request a particular pickup point, we may ask those guests to select another available pickup location. Travelers are also welcome to join a tour from a city that is not listed as a departure point. Please contact our friendly reservations team to discuss available arrangements. For departure cities not listed, airfare is typically $100 more than the published fare for domestic tours and $200 more for international tours.

TSA PreCheck and Airline Rewards Numbers: TSA PreCheck, Known Traveler Numbers, and airline rewards numbers must be provided to our reservations team at least 60 days before departure. Numbers received after this deadline may not be applied to your reservation.

Airline Seating: Preferred seating may not be available with group airfare. In some cases, seats are not assigned until travelers arrive at the airport. Your tour fare includes an economy-class seat but does not include advance seat selection. Seat upgrades may be available for an additional cost.

Motorcoach Capacity and Seating: To provide one of the most comfortable motorcoach experiences in the industry, Sunrise Tours generally limits motorcoaches to 80% capacity. This allows for a maximum of 44 passengers on a motorcoach designed to accommodate 55. Sunrise Tours reserves the right to amend this practice. Your Tour Director will rotate motorcoach seating each day of the tour. Payment of a single-occupancy fare does not guarantee two motorcoach seats, and you may be seated beside another friendly Sunrise Tours guest.

Terms and Conditions
Please refer to our policies HERE for more information on our terms and conditions.