Day 1:
Meet at 1:00 pm at the Hotel Régina in Paris, then transfer to Gare de l'Est rail station to board the TGV high-speed train to Nancy. On arrival, drive to Xouaxange to be welcomed on board 'Lorraine' with cocktails before dinner on board.

Day 2:
After a breakfast cruise, visit a crystal workshop to see how the area's most famous products are fashioned by hand. After lunch back on board 'Lorraine,' cruise to Arzviller where a counterbalanced barge lift allows 'Lorraine' to bypass 17 locks. Moor overnight at the fairy tale town of Lutzelbourg.

Day 3:
Cruise to Sarrebourg to visit the Chapel des Cordelieres with its beautiful stained glass window, "La Paix," created by Marc Chagall. In the afternoon, cruise to Saverne with good opportunities for walking or cycling along the towpath that lines the cruise route.

Day 4:
After breakfast, cruise to Hochfelden, passing several picturesque Alsatian villages. In the afternoon, visit a small local brasserie (brewery) to sample the excellent local beer.

Day 5:
The morning cruise to Strasbourg offers additional opportunities for walking or cycling along the towpath. After lunch, visit the "Petite France" district of Strasbourg and the remarkable Notre Dame Cathedral. There is also time at leisure to explore Strasbourg on your own before returning to 'Lorraine' for dinner this evening.

Day 6:
The morning cruise to Strasbourg offers additional opportunities for walking or cycling along the towpath. After lunch, visit the "Petite France" district of Strasbourg and the remarkable Notre Dame Cathedral. There is also time at leisure to explore Strasbourg on your own before returning to 'Lorraine' for dinner this evening.

Day 7:
After breakfast, transfer to the Strasbourg rail station for the return trip to Paris, where your tour ends on arrival at Gare de l'Est rail station.