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Embark on a journey through time in Strasbourg, where our 33 river cruises offer a unique blend of cultural immersion and archaeological intrigue for 2025. Glide along the storied Rhine, witnessing the grandeur of historic castles like Marksburg and exploring quaint villages such as Kaysersberg. Each day is an opportunity to delve into the rich tapestry of history that envelops this region, from wine tasting in Boppard to biking alongside vine-clad hills. With prices starting at $1,772 to $35,590, these relaxed 8-day itineraries aboard luxurious vessels such as S.S. Antoinette and River Queen promise an experience steeped in both luxury and discovery. For those drawn to unveil the layers of Europe's past with elegance, contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $2,084
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From the Heart of Alsace to Summits in the Swiss Alps

Roundtrip Strasbourg - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Monet
  • Cruise through Strasbourg beauty
  • Discover Colmar’s little Venice
  • Visit Hansi Museum Alsace
  • Ride Swiss rack railway
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Strasbourg / Strasbourg
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Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Relaxed
Experience an exclusive 5-day MS Monet Rhine cruise from Strasbourg to Basel, exploring Alsace’s charming cities, Colmar’s streets, and the Swiss Alps’ Jungfraujoch. Enjoy guided tours, a scenic rack railway ride, authentic fondue lunch, and breathtaking Alpine panoramas on this once-in-a-lifetime cultural and natural adventure.
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Explore the inspiring Amsterdam
from $4,049
EBD $4000
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Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena
  • Explore Basel’s medieval charm
  • Discover Lucerne’s landmarks
  • Stroll Strasbourg’s streets
  • Taste Rudesheim’s coffee
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Basel / Amsterdam
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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.
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Traditional colorful houses in La Petite France, Strasbourg, Alsace, France.
from $6,450
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Rhine River: Castles, Culture and Culinary Delights

Basel - Cologne - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Connect
  • Tour Strasbourg’s Old Town
  • Wine tasting in Alsace
  • See Gutenberg’s Bible
  • Walk Black Forest trails
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Basel / Cologne
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Variable
Sail from Basel to Cologne aboard Connect on this 8-day European river cruise, journey through Switzerland, Germany, and France, discovering medieval towns, scenic vineyards, and cultural landmarks.
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Old city of Koblenz by night
from $9,190
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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna
  • Discover Freiburg’s Black Forest
  • Cycle Breisach’s scenic paths
  • Enjoy Strasbourg’s medieval allure
  • Tour Heidelberg’s literary landmark
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day river cruise on the Emerald Luna, starting in Basel and sailing through historic cities like Freiburg, Strasbourg, and Cologne. Experience the blend of culture, history, and beauty across Switzerland, Germany, and the Netherlands.
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Trier
from $5,259
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Rhine & Moselle Delights - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto
  • Explore Basel’s historic charm
  • Discover Riquewihr’s medieval charm
  • Tour Strasbourg’s vibrant canals
  • Visit Rudesheim’s scenic vineyards
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise along the Rhine and Moselle, exploring Switzerland, Germany, France, and the Netherlands. Discover charming villages, UNESCO treasures, and enjoy hikes, bike rides, and scenic gondola views.
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Cruise the rivers of Germany
from $7,990
2for1
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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore Freiburg’s historic center
  • Discover Strasbourg’s Old Town
  • Tour Heidelberg’s castle ruins
  • Wander Koblenz’s Old Town
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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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.
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Stop in beautiful Basel, Switzerland
from $3,699
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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette
  • Discover Alsatian wine villages
  • Visit Marksburg Castle in Koblenz
  • Savor Rieslings at Castle Vollrads
  • Explore Cologne's historic center
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Variable
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.
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Basel at Christmas, Switzerland
from $2,799
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Christmas on the Rhine

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises
  • Discover Basel
  • Explore Breisach
  • Experience Strasbourg, France
  • Explore Rüdesheim, Germany
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Amsterdam / Basel
Activities
Festival Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day Christmas on the Rhine Cruise with Viking Cruises from Amsterdam to Basel. Experience festive charm in picturesque villages, savor holiday treats at vibrant stalls and revel in the Rhine Valley's joyful atmosphere, including Cologne's sparkling lights.
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Ehrenfels Castle on Rhine River near Rudesheim
from $2,362
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5 Different Rivers: The Rhine, Neckar, Main, Moselle, and Saar (Port-to-port cruise)

Strasbourg to Luxembourg - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci
  • Enjoy Heidelberg Castle guided tour
  • Rudesheim vineyard wine tasting
  • Enjoy Rhine Valley scenic sailing
  • Explore Saarburg’s old town
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Strasbourg / Remich
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Archaeological Site Visits, Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration
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Variable
Set sail on a 9-day Rhine and Moselle river cruise from Strasbourg to Luxembourg aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci. Discover Heidelberg Castle, Mainz Cathedral, and Trier’s Roman ruins. Explore Frankfurt, Rüdesheim’s vineyards, Cochem Castle, and Luxembourg’s historic city center. Enjoy wine tastings, guided tours, and unique cultural landmarks.
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Explore Cologne
from $8,900
2for1
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Amsterdam & Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Basel - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Wander Alkmaar’s medieval lanes
  • Discover Dusseldorf’s riverside
  • Stroll Cologne’s Gothic Old Town
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 10-day river cruise on the Emerald Sun, starting with two nights in Amsterdam, then explore historic cities like Cologne, Koblenz, and Strasbourg, and visit Freiburg near the Black Forest. Enjoy the stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage throughout your journey.
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Explore Basel
from $4,699
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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Victoria
  • Tour the capital of Alsatian wines
  • Enjoy a visit the Romanesque cathed
  • Visit the Marksburg Castle
  • Walk through Strasbourg
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Amsterdam / Basel
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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.
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Western Church with water canal view in Amsterdam
from $4,699
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Castles along the Rhine

Basel to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S Elisabeth
  • Explore Breisach wine region
  • Discover Speyer Cathedral views
  • Taste wines at Vollrads
  • Tour Cologne’s Old Town
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Variable
During this 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard the S.S. Elisabeth, cruise from Basel to Amsterdam, visiting Breisach, Strasbourg, Speyer, Rüdesheim, Koblenz, and Cologne. Enjoy guided tours, wine tastings, scenic cruising, and cultural experiences across Switzerland, France, and Germany in 8 unforgettable days.
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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $3,951
Save $1500
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Romantic Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision
  • Cruise Amsterdam’s canals
  • Bike ride in Cologne
  • Sail the Rhine Gorge
  • Taste Rüdesheim coffee
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Village Visits, Biking
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Variable
Experience an 8-day Romantic Rhine cruise aboard Avalon Envision, sailing through Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland. Explore Amsterdam, Cologne, Rüdesheim, Mainz, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Breisach, with castles, cathedrals, and the Black Forest along the way.
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Stop in beautiful Basel, Switzerland
from $5,099
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Rhine Holiday Markets

Basel to Cologne - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S Elisabeth
  • Stroll Basel’s Christmas Street
  • Explore Strasbourg’s markets
  • Tour historic Baden-Baden
  • See Cologne Cathedral
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Basel / Cologne
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Christmas Market Visits, Spa Relaxation
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Variable
During the 8-Day Rhine Holiday Markets Cruise aboard S.S. Elisabeth, celebrate the holiday season on a scenic Christmas Market Rhine river cruise from Basel to Cologne. Visit charming cities like Strasbourg, Baden-Baden, Mainz, Rüdesheim, Koblenz, and Cologne.
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Explore the old district of Frankfurt
from $2,245
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Cruise through the Heart of Europe from the Rhine to the Danube

Strasbourg to Vienna - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MS Beethoven
  • Enjoy Frankfurt’s skyline views
  • Discover Würzburg’s baroque beauty
  • Taste Nuremberg’s famous Lebkuchen
  • Explore Romantic Road gems
  • Discover Vienna’s imperial palaces
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Strasbourg / Vienna
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Variable
This 10-day voyage aboard the MS Beethoven brings you Europe’s cultural gems, from Frankfurt’s modern skyline to medieval towns like Rothenburg and Würzburg. Explore Regensburg’s 2,000-year-old history, savor Nuremberg’s famous Lebkuchen, and conclude in imperial Vienna with optional palace visits and a classical concert.
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Stroll along the canals of Dusseldorf
from $7,599
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Grand Rhine and Dutch Canals - Cruise Only

Amsterdam - Basel - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Discover Hellevoetsluis history
  • Wander Ghent’s streets
  • Stroll Antwerp’s Old Town
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Amsterdam / Basel
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 15-day river cruise on the MS Amastella, exploring the flavors and sights of the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France, and Switzerland. Enjoy local delicacies, historic castles, and guided insights into the rich culture along the UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge.
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Explore quaint towns along the Rhine
from $10,990
2for1
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Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards

Zurich - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore Colmar’s medieval lanes
  • Admire Strasbourg’s quaint canals
  • Tour Mainz’s grand cathedral
  • Wander Bernkastel’s old town
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Zurich / Amsterdam
Activities
Local Market Visits
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Variable
Experience an 11-day river cruise on the Emerald Sun, exploring scenic vineyards, historic castles, and charming villages along the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Starting in Basel, Switzerland, visit major cities like Strasbourg, Koblenz, Utrecht, and Amsterdam, as well as the UNESCO-listed Kinderdijk windmills.
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Explore the inspiring Amsterdam
from $11,015
2for1
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Jewels of the Rhine & Copenhagen

Copenhagen - Zurich - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore Copenhagen’s royal landmark
  • Discover Alkmaar’s medieval charm
  • Stroll Dusseldorf’s Rhine promenade
  • Sample Alsatian flavors
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Copenhagen / Zurich
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Variable
Experience an 11-day river cruise on the Emerald Sun, exploring Holland and the Rhine. Enjoy highlights like Amsterdam’s canals, Cologne’s history, Heidelberg’s charm, and Strasbourg's unique architecture amid stunning landscapes.
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