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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $4,149
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps - Cruise Only

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaVenita
  • Visit Rüdesheim vineyard
  • Visit iconic cathedral architecture
  • Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
  • Discover Lake Lucerne
  • Bike along the Rhine River
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Cruise the Rhine River from Amsterdam to Basel on this 8-day voyage aboard MS AmaVenita. Discover iconic European cities while exploring castles, vineyards, and historic towns through immersive cultural experiences.
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River through Koblenz Germany
from $2,300
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From Basel to Amsterdam: The Treasures of the Celebrated Rhine River

Basel to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Symphonie
  • Visit Colmar and Unterlinden Museum
  • Explore Rhine Valley
  • Tour Mainz Old Town
  • Stroll Keukenhof Gardens
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Sail from Basel to Amsterdam on an 8-day cruise aboard MS Symphonie. Visit Colmar, Strasbourg, Mainz, Koblenz, Cologne, and Amsterdam. Choose between classic sightseeing and discovery excursions in each port. Tour historic cities, view scenic Rhine landscapes, and visit museums and gardens.
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Stroll through charming Strasbourg
from $9,190
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The Majestic Rhine

Zurich to Frankfurt - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Cruise Strasbourg by canal
  • Visit Heidelberg Castle ruins
  • Ride Koblenz cable car
  • See Rudesheim music museum
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Zurich / Frankfurt
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Cruise through Germany and France on this 8-day Rhine River cruise from Zurich to Frankfurt aboard Emerald Sun. Walk cobblestone lanes in Colmar, explore Strasbourg by canal, visit Heidelberg Castle, and tour the fortress city of Koblenz. Enjoy bike rides, guided hikes, and regional cultural experiences along the way.
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market in Cologne
from $8,790
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
  • Amsterdam Canal Boat Ride
  • Cologne Cathedral Market Visit
  • Strasbourg Grande Ile Tour
  • Ravenna Viaduct Christmas Market
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Sail from Zurich to Amsterdam on an 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard Emerald Destiny. Visit traditional Christmas markets in Cologne, Heidelberg, and Strasbourg. Discover historic landmarks, learn local holiday customs, and stroll through medieval towns lit up for the season. Enjoy guided tours, festive treats, and seasonal activities throughout.
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Visit beautiful and historic Strasbourg
from $5,595
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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Pearl
  • Tour Koblenz winding streets
  • Visit Cochem Reichsburg Castle
  • Experience Rastatt Baroque Palace
  • Taste Colmar Kugelhopf cake
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Amsterdam / Zurich
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Experience an 8-day Rhine River cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich on the Scenic Pearl, showcasing breathtaking castles and diverse cities. Discover local history, taste wines in Alsace, and enjoy the immersive Fabrique des Lumieres art installation.
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Explore Basel
from $5,695
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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Ruby
  • Visit Amsterdam Keukenhof Gardens
  • Tour Cochem Reichsburg Castle
  • Discover Limburg to wander streets
  • Taste Breisach sparkling wine
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Amsterdam / Zurich
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Experience an 8-day river cruise on the Scenic Ruby, exploring striking landscapes, historic castles, and charming medieval towns. Enjoy authentic local wines in the Alsace region and witness stunning digital art at the Fabrique des Lumieres.
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Explore the old district of Frankfurt
from $4,845
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The Majestic Rhine

Zurich - Frankfurt - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
  • Visit Colmar cobblestone lanes
  • Walk Strasbourg grand cathedral
  • Experience Baden-Baden opulent bath
  • Wander Koblenz Ehrenbreitstein
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Zurich / Frankfurt
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Experience an 8-day river cruise on the Upper Rhine aboard the Emerald Destiny, visiting charming wine towns and the historic Black Forest. Enjoy excursions to Alsace's Strasbourg, Baden-Baden's spas, German breweries, and a private concert at Bruchsal Palace, all while savoring local music onboard.
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View castle ruins near Rudesheim
from $4,445
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Legendary Rhine & Moselle

Roundtrip Frankfurt - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
  • Explore Rudesheim historic winery
  • Walk Bernkastel marketplace
  • Discover Trier old Roman city baths
  • Tour Cochem and taste Moselle wine
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Frankfurt / Frankfurt
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Wine Tasting, Biking
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Join an 8-day cruise on the Moselle River aboard the Emerald Destiny, visiting historic sites and renowned Riesling wineries. Explore Trier, Cochem's Imperial Castle, and Koblenz, while enjoying medieval castles and German beer gardens along the way.
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Grossmunster Cathedral, Zurich
from $4,645
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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky
  • Explore Alkmaar cheese market
  • Discover Dusseldorf Altstadt
  • Tour Cologne Gothic cathedral
  • Visit Germersheim Bruchsal Palace
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Amsterdam / Zurich
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Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Urban Exploration, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits
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Join an 8-day cruise on the Emerald Sky and explore the Netherlands' cheese-making and iconic windmills. Discover historic cities in France and Germany, sample local delicacies, and enjoy a private concert at Bruchsal Palace.
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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $3,243
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Christmastime in Alsace & Germany

Basel to Frankfurt - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • Breisach & Black Forest excursion
  • Strasbourg Christmas markets visit
  • Heidelberg Castle guided tour
  • Rhine River festive cruise views
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Basel / Frankfurt
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Christmas Market Visits
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Experience a 5-day cruise aboard Avalon Panorama through Switzerland, Germany, and France. Travel along the Rhine River from Basel to Frankfurt, exploring Breisach and the Black Forest, Strasbourg’s Christmas markets, and Heidelberg’s castle, with festive villages and seasonal traditions along the way.
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Koblenz at night
from $1,917
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4 Rivers: The Neckar, Romantic Rhine, Moselle, and Sarre Valleys

Strasbourg-Luxembourg - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci
  • Discover Roman heritage in Trier
  • Enjoy wine tasting in Remich
  • Explore the old city of Luxembourg
  • See the charming villages
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Strasbourg / Strasbourg
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Embark on MS Leonard De Vinci and spend 7 days exploring the amazing cities that lie on each river including Strasbourg, Mannheim, Heidelberg, Luxembourg, Saarburg, Cochem and many more!
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Enjoy a tranquil stroll in Amsterdam
from $6,029
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The Rhine & Moselle (Northbound)

Basel - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Imagery II
  • Explore Black Forest village
  • Visit Strasbourg's Gothic cathedral
  • Discover Heidelberg Castle ruins
  • Taste wine in Bernkastel
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard the Avalon Imagery II. Explore the Rhine and Moselle Rivers, starting in Basel. Discover charming cities in Germany, France, and Amsterdam, exploring Breisach, Strasbourg, and the Rhine Gorge while enjoying wine tastings in Bernkastel and a canal cruise in Amsterdam.
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