Rhine River Trips with Village Visits

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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette

Starts / Ends

Basel / Amsterdam

Activities

Urban Exploration

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Embark on an 8-day Rhine River cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Discover the charm of medieval towns like Breisach and Braubach, explore the cobbled streets of Strasbourg, and visit the majestic Marksburg Castle. Delight in guided walking tours, bike rides along the Rhine, and panoramic views from cable cars.

• Discover Alsatian wine villages
• Visit Marksburg Castle in Koblenz
• Savor Rieslings at Castle Vollrads
• Explore Cologne's historic center

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from $1,999

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Rhine Getaway

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

Starts / Ends

Amsterdam / Basel

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Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine, during this 8-day voyage. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From Amsterdam to Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.

• Explore the village of Kinderdijk
• View the sites of Rüdesheim
• Discover the Speyer Cathedral
• Visit resplendent churches

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from $9,090

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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Crystal

Starts / Ends

Amsterdam / Basel

Activity Level

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Experience an enriching 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel on the Scenic Crystal, uncovering historic cities and scenic towns along the Rhine. Enjoy Amsterdam's canals, Koblenz's culture, Cochem's vineyards, Baden-Baden's thermal spa, and Strasbourg's unique architecture.

• Enjoy Europe’s Rhine river
• Explore Amsterdam’s canals
• Stroll through Cologne
• Discover the history of Heidelberg

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from $3,999

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Rhine Holiday Markets

Basel - Cologne - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette

Starts / Ends

Basel / Cologne

Activities

Spa Relaxation, Festival Visits

Activity Level

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Experience the holiday season on an 8-day Rhine Holiday Market river cruise from Basel to Cologne aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Discover Strasbourg, known as the "Capital of Christmas,". Sail through the romantic Rhine Valley, past historic castles and quaint villages. Each stop brings traditions, delightful excursions, and unforgettable memories.

• Visit Basel’s Christmas Market
• Tour to Doktorenhof vinegar estate
• Savor mulled wine at Cologne
• Walk through the Cologne Old Town

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from $1,193

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Christmas on the Romantic Rhine

4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci

Starts / Ends

Strasbourg / Strasbourg

Activities

Christmas Market Visits

Activity Level

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Cruise the romantic Rhine Valley this Christmas and discover the famous Christmas market of Strasbourg, one of the biggest in Europe, aboard the MS Leonard Da Vinci.

• Christmas Markets in Strasbourg
• Tour museums in Rüdesheim
• Discover the history of Mainz

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from $958

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Alsace: Land of Tradition and Gastronomy

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Beethoven

Starts / Ends

Strasbourg / Strasbourg

Activity Level

Variable

This five-day voyage onboard MS Beethoven takes you to some of the region's most notable landmarks, including Colmar's half-timbered houses, the Gothic church, and the region's renowned food and wine.

• Discover the region of Alsace
• Explore the city of Munster
• Visit the village of Eguisheim

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from $3,149

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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia

Starts / Ends

Basel / Amsterdam

Activity Level

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amalucia, exploring cities where rich history meets modern progress. Journey along the scenic Rhine, passing 40 castles, timeless traditions, and inspiring towns like Heidelberg, where Mark Twain wrote A Tramp Abroad.

• Explore Heidelberg's castle views
• Savor Rudesheim's famed Riesling
• Stroll Strasbourg's streets
• Discover Breisach's scenic past

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from $7,990

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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun

Starts / Ends

Zurich / Amsterdam

Activity Level

Variable

Join an 8-day cruise from Zurich to Amsterdam on the Emerald Sun, featuring a welcome dinner in Basel, guided tours, and a private concert at Bruchsal Palace. Experience the Rhine Gorge, visit Koblenz and Cologne, and enjoy a canal cruise or cycling tour in Amsterdam.

• Explore Freiburg’s historic center
• Discover Strasbourg’s Old Town
• Tour Heidelberg’s castle ruins
• Wander Koblenz’s Old Town

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from $4,139

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Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena

Starts / Ends

Basel / Amsterdam

Activities

Biking, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Experience an 8-day Rhine River cruise on the MS Amaserena, visiting festive cities like Basel, Strasbourg, and Cologne. Enjoy Christmas markets, cultural highlights, and beautiful winter scenery, concluding your journey in historic Amsterdam.

• Explore Basel’s medieval charm
• Discover Lucerne’s landmarks
• Stroll Strasbourg’s streets
• Taste Rudesheim’s coffee

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from $1,589

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The Valley of the romantic Rhine, the Moselle and the Main

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Gérard Schmitter

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Explore the enchanting cities of Strasbourg, Frankfurt, Cochem, Koblenz, Rudesheim and Mannheim on this 7-day river cruise aboard the MS Gérard Schmitter. As you travel the Rhine, Moselle, and Main rivers, you'll have the chance to tour ancient towns, bike through verdant valleys, savor the local wines, and explore castles.

• Cruise Iffezheim & Gambsheim locks
• Enjoy Strasbourg at night
• Visit the unique Reichsburg Castle
• Join an exclusive wine tasting

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from $10,590

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Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards

Amsterdam - Zurich - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky

Starts / Ends

Amsterdam / Basel

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 11-day Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards Cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich on Emerald Sky. Discover landscapes adorned along the Rhine & Moselle rivers. Begin in the Netherlands, and explore Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Kinderdijk. Continue to Koblenz where the rivers meet, and explore Moselle, Strasbourg, and Basel, Switzerland.

• Explore Utrecht's Oudegracht canal
• Walk through Koblenz's
• Stroll Bernkastel’s marketplace
• Explore Mainz's Old Town

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from $4,699

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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Victoria

Starts / Ends

Amsterdam / Basel

Activity Level

Variable

During this 8-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Victoria, cruise along the impressive Rhine River —Germany on one side, France on the other. Discover Alsace, whose dual French and German heritage has given it fabulous food and a winemaking tradition that goes back to the Romans.

• Tour the capital of Alsatian wines
• Enjoy a visit the Romanesque cathed
• Visit the Marksburg Castle
• Walk through Strasbourg

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from $2,300

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From Basel to Amsterdam: The Treasures of the Celebrated Rhine River

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Symphonie

Starts / Ends

Basel / Amsterdam

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the enchanting waterways of the Rhine River aboard the comfortable MS Symphonie. Discover a mix of nature and culture on this 8-day voyage from the Three Countries Bridge to Holland, with stops at the Gutenberg Museum, the Strasbourg wine-growing region, and the Rhine Falls, as well as Cologne, Mainz, and Xanten.

• Visit the spectacular Rhine Falls
• Enjoy a free morning in Breisach
• Admire the wine-growing region
• Explore the Gutenberg Museum

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from $1,258

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The Magic of Christmas: Savory Delights And Holiday Traditions On A Rhine River Cruise

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Beethoven

Starts / Ends

Strasbourg / Strasbourg

Activity Level

Variable

Join MS Beethoven in a memorable 5-day Christmas cruise on the Rhine River to explore the oldest, most revered Christmas markets in Europe. Explore the festive international Christmas markets in Rüdesheim, Mainz, and Gambsheim,

• Savor the magic of Christmas
• Make Alsatian Christmas cookies
• Explore Christmas markets

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from $7,390

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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky

Starts / Ends

Amsterdam / Basel

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the Emerald Sky, exploring Holland and Germany. Enjoy a canal tour in Amsterdam, visit iconic windmills, and experience cities like Cologne, Koblenz, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Freiburg.

• Discover the charming Koblenz
• Visit a Black Forest village
• Discover the beauty of Strasbourg
• Tour Heidelberg Castle

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from $7,990

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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn

Starts / Ends

Zurich / Amsterdam

Activities

Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Variable

Join an 8-day Rhine cruise from Zurich to Amsterdam on the Emerald Dawn, exploring Basel, Freiburg, Strasbourg, and historic cities like Heidelberg and Cologne. Finish your journey in Alkmaar, which is famous for its traditional cheese-making.

• Explore Zurich's vibrant charm
• Discover Freiburg's Black Forest
• Wander Strasbourg's medieval street
• Taste Koblenz’s Riesling wines

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from $3,839

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto

Starts / Ends

Amsterdam / Basel

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard MS Amacerto, exploring Europe's most enchanting Christmas Markets. From Cologne's Gothic cathedral to Strasbourg's festive charm and Gengenbach's giant Advent calendar, embrace the season's magic along the Rhine River.

• Explore Amsterdam’s scenic canals
• Discover Cologne’s Old Town
• Cruise Rhine Gorge’s castles
• Savor Dusseldorf’s crisp Altbier

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from $4,139

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Rhine & Moselle Splendors - Cruise Only

Luxembourg - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto

Starts / Ends

Luxembourg / Basel

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amacerto. Discover Roman treasures, enchanting folklore, and cultural gems like Strasbourg and Schwetzingen Palace Gardens on this unforgettable journey.

• Explore Cochem’s historic castle
• Cruise Rhine Gorge’s beauty
• Visit Heidelberg's treasure
• Taste Rudesheim’s unique coffee

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