Tour with Ligonier Ministries

The Rhine River flows from the heart of Europe in Switzerland down to the Netherlands. As you traverse its banks through iconic cities like Mainz, Rotterdam, and Strasbourg, you discover remarkable stories from the past. Stories about innovations like the printing press, great artists from the Renaissance, and the rise of the Protestant Reformation.

Join us for an eleven-day study cruise as we explore some of the greatest cities and landmarks along the Rhine River. Together, we’ll learn how the biblical truths of the Reformation transformed a continent in past generations and reflect on the need to bring these truths to the world today.

Itinerary

*Itinerary is subject to modification without notice.

Day 1 - Basel, Switzerland

Wednesday, May 19, 2027

Arrive in Basel, Switzerland. Board the beautiful Uniworld’s S.S. Antoinette river cruise ship and enjoy dinner with your fellow travelers.

Day 2 - Basel, Switzerland

Thursday, May 20, 2027

Visit the Route des Vins, hugging the foothills of the Vosges mountain range, before sailing the Upper Rhine to Breisach.

Day 3 - Strasbourg, France

Friday, May 21, 2027

Experience Strasbourg, where the Reformers Martin Bucer and John Calvin ministered. We will also explore Strasbourg Cathedral and other noteworthy sites.

Day 4 - Heidelberg, Germany

Saturday, May 22, 2027

Travel to Heidelberg, Germany, where we will visit the Heidelberg Castle and Heidelberg University. We will then head to the city of Worms—the site of the Diet of Worms, where Martin Luther was tried by the Roman Catholic Church.

Day 5 - Mainz, Germany

Sunday, May 23, 2027

Following the Sunday worship service, visit the Old Town in Mainz—the birthplace of Johannes Gutenberg—and explore the Gutenberg Museum.

Day 6 - Boppard, Germany

Monday, May 24, 2027

Travel through the historical town of Boppard, Germany, with rich Celtic, Roman, medieval, and Prussian roots, all strategic to its trade and wine production.

Day 7 - Cologne, Germany

Tuesday, May 25, 2027

Travel to the ancient city of Cologne where we will visit the beautiful, gothic-style Cologne Cathedral and the Romano-Germanic Museum.

Day 8 - Arnhem, Netherlands

Wednesday, May 26, 2027

Visit Arnhem, a historic city in the Netherlands. This beautiful city is tied to the Battle of Arnhem during WWII, where troops failed to capture the bridge over the Rhine and delay the end to the war in Europe.

Day 9 - Rotterdam, Netherlands

Thursday, May 27, 2027

Travel to Rotterdam to explore notable history related to Puritan and Reformed Churches, including the final place where the Pilgrims stayed before their departure to America in 1620.

Day 10 - Amsterdam, Netherlands

Friday, May 28, 2027

Visit the Netherlands’ largest city, Amsterdam, home of the Rijksmuseum—a museum where we will see the greatest collection of Rembrandt and the Dutch Masters in Europe.

Day 11 - Amsterdam, Netherlands

Saturday, May 29, 2027

Depart the Uniworld’s S.S. Antoinette in Amsterdam after a full breakfast. You will be guided to your hotel or to the airport for departure.

Rates

Space is limited, register today to reserve your spot!

Early Bird Rates (Before 08/22/2026)

Grand Suite: Sold Out

Suite: $12,187.00

Deluxe Balcony – A: Sold Out

Deluxe Balcony – B: Sold Out

French Balcony – A: $8,096.00

French Balcony – B: $7,772.00

Window Stateroom: $6,641.00

Standard Rates (After 08/21/2026)

Grand Suite: Sold Out

Suite: $12,753.00

Deluxe Balcony – A: Sold Out

Deluxe Balcony – B: Sold Out

French Balcony – A: $8,662.00

French Balcony – B: $8339.00

Window Stateroom: $7,208.00

*Pricing above reflects double-occupancy rates per person. Single occupied cabins will be subject to double the cruise rate.

*The rate for your tour includes conference fees, taxes and gratuities, luxury accommodations, luxury coaches, dynamic conference times with our speakers, and concierge service from Sovereign staff throughout your entire journey.

*Fees NOT Included: Airfare, excess baggage rates, meals not included in the itinerary, all items of a personal nature such as laundry, cleaning, telephone, beverages including tea and coffee (except at breakfast), wines, liquors or soft drinks. A local tipping guideline will be provided with the customer documents for any service purchased by guests on their own.

*Single accommodations are subject to availability.

To fully participate in this tour, you must be able to walk long distances, have good balance capabilities and be able to walk on uneven terrain. There will also be some climbing involved as well as long periods of standing. Due to the historical nature of some of our destinations, not all facilities will be ADA compliant.

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Speakers

Derek Thomas

Dr. Derek W.H. Thomas is a Ligonier Ministries teaching fellow and Chancellor’s Professor of Systematic and Pastoral Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary. He is featured teacher for several Ligonier teaching series, including Who Are They?: Lesser-Known Characters of the Bible, and author of many books, including Heaven on Earth, Strength for the Weary, and Let Us Worship God.