What is the route for this Rhine River cruise?

This Rhine River cruise boards in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It travels through major European cities including Cologne, Frankfurt, Worms, and Strasbourg, ultimately concluding the journey in Basel, Switzerland. Participants will explore significant Jewish heritage sites across the Netherlands, Germany, and France.

What are the kashrut standards on the riverboat?

The entire ship is exclusively kosher for this sailing. Culinary operations are conducted under the strict supervision of Maritime Glatt Kosher (MGK). All meals are Glatt Kosher, Cholov Yisroel, and Pas Yisroel, prepared by a professional culinary team and monitored by on-site Mashgichim.

Are religious services and learning opportunities available during the cruise?

Guests are provided with minyanim three times daily throughout the trip. A Sefer Torah is brought on board for scheduled readings, and the itinerary includes a Daf Yomi shiur along with lectures from the scholar-in-residence, Rabbi Steven Weil.

How is Shabbat observed while at sea?

Shabbat is managed with careful attention to Halacha. The crew assists with logistical needs such as manual door access and lighting. The program includes traditional Friday night dinners and Kiddush lunches featuring classic dishes like cholent, kugel, and gefilte fish.

Does the cruise include educational programming?

Yes, the cruise is specifically designed as a Jewish Heritage tour. It features Rabbi Steven Weil as the historian and scholar-in-residence, who provides context and education on the profound Jewish history found in the cities along the Rhine and surrounding regions.

RHINE RIVERBOAT CRUISE WITH RABBI WEIL

AUGUST 7 - 14, 2023

Location: Amsterdam, NH, Netherlands

Organizer: Kosherica

About

Day 1, Mon, August 7
Amsterdam
Embarkation 4:00pm

Day 2, Tue, August 8
Amsterdam & Arnheim

Day 3, Wed, August 9
Duisburg/Dusseldorf & Cologne
8:00am - 5:00pm

Day 4, Thu, August 10
Mainz & Frankfurt
10:30am - 11:00pm

Day 5, Fri, August 11
Worms, Michelstadt & Speyer
6:00am - 6:00pm

Day 6, Sat, August 12
Speyer
Departs 10:00pm

Day 7, Sun, August 13
Strasbourg & Breisach
9:00am - 10:00pm

Day 8, Mon, August 14
Basel
Arrives 8:00am (Disembark)

This all Kosher riverboat Jewish vacation is geared towards those desiring a luxury Kosher vacation in an intimate setting. The ship is exclusively Kosher and will visit some of the most thrilling cities infused with Jewish history. This special Jewish Heritage cruise will feature Rabbi Weil as our esteemed historian and scholar. This thrilling Glatt Kosher vacation will begin with a memorable pre-Shabbat in Prague. We will then venture off to Passau, two magical days in Vienna, two days in Budapest and Bratislava.

SCHOLAR IN RESIDENCE
Rabbi Steven Weil

Steven Weil comes to Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) following an 11-year tenure at the Orthodox Union. The son of a German cattle dealer, Steven grew up on a farm in Upstate New York. He attended Yeshiva University, concurrently completing his ordination at the Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary (REITS) and a Master's in Business Administration from NYU's Stern School of Business.

Steve began his career teaching, and then moved to pulpit work, first in Michigan and then in Beverly Hills, California. In 2009, Steve and his family returned to the East Coast to assume the position of Senior Managing Director of the Orthodox Union, where he led their institutional advancement and community engagement efforts.

Steve is deeply passionate about Jewish continuity, and engagement within and outside the Jewish community. He is an ardent proponent of Jewish education and the future of the Jewish people †“ its younger generation. With his life-long love and devotion to the state of Israel, Steve has channeled his talents and energy into fostering governmental and organizational relationships, in support of the Jewish homeland.

Steve is thrilled to be part of the FIDF family, and is excited to channel his skills in institutional advancement as well as his vast experience in the Jewish community to support Israel and its heroic guardians, the men and women of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).

Steve resides in New Jersey with his wife and is a proud father and grandfather.

About the provider

Welcome to Kosherica, the Leader in the Luxury Glatt Kosher Tours, Vacations, Passover Programs and Cruises. For over 25 years we have pleased more Jewish Travelers then all Jewish cruise and tour companies combined. We pledge a commitment to the Jewish community to provide five star Glatt Kosher, Chalov Yisroel Pas Yisroel cuisine on the world's most respected cruises, cruise lines and Passover resorts / hotels.

You'll find that our Glatt Kosher vacations are land or floating resorts offering every comfort, convenience and amenity that one could imagine. You can lie back and be completely pampered. Or you can go non-stop enjoying one great show after another "” dine like never before "” try your luck in the lively casino "” or just be pampered in stunning spas. Welcome to a Glatt Kosher Cruise or Passover Resort / Hotel / Program of a lifetime. We look forward to being your guide on this magnificent Glatt Kosher adventure.

Rooms & accommodation

Luftner Cruises

Kashrut & dining

Our riverboat will have our all star Rabbinical staff and mashgichim that work day and night to ensure that the hashgacha is top notch. Our sailing will also have our usual group of world class chefs that will work tirelessly to provide Glatt Kosher Gourmet cuisine that is known as the best in the industry

When evening falls and candlelight glows, you will dine on our Glatt Kosher (Cholov Yisroel, Pas Yisroel) award winning gourmet cuisine prepared under the strict supervision of the MGK (Maritime Glatt Kosher). Under the guidance of world-renowned Master Chefs, our culinary delights are made from scratch and seasoned with fresh herbs. Our beautiful main restaurant presents soft music, exquisite settings of china and gorgeous linen with attentive yet unobtrusive service from the trained staff.

Morning may bring a delicious breakfast cuisine with a variety of hot and cold dishes and appetizing gourmet buffet display in a special dining room area reserved especially for Kosherica guests.

In the afternoon you can savor the views along with delicate finger sandwiches at our Elegant Tea.

And to ensure that you don't go to sleep hungry we invite you to our midnight nosh featuring a variety of delicious treats.

Religious life & Shabbat

Kosherica provides minyanim three times a day. A Torah is brought onto the ship for Torah readings. There is also a Daf Yomi shiur and fascinating guest lectures to help you connect with your spiritual side.

Shabbat on a Kosherica cruise is a unique and uplifting experience. Our experienced team has thought of every possible concern, from Shabbat minyan and Shabbat meals to locking doors, flushing toilets, and Shabbat elevator. From sunset to nightfall, Shabbat with Kosherica is a day of rest like no other on the planet. Kosherica's lavish glatt kosher, chalav Yisroel and pas Yisroel five-course Friday night dinners and Kiddush lunches provide all the gefilte fish, Moroccan salmon, lox, herring, chicken soup, cholent, kugel and kishka you could wish for, topped with fresh salads, fresh fruit, meats and decadent desserts. Spend your day learning, reading, playing games, making friends and marveling at the serene seascapes and spectacular coastlines.

Activities & entertainment

Amadeus Queen

Location

Address: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Contact

Organizer: Kosherica
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Phone: 3056952700
Phone: 8777245567
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.kosherica.com