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Visit beautiful and historic Strasbourg
from $5,179
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps

13 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSerena
  • Discover Amsterdam’s charming canal
  • Explore Cologne’s historic treasure
  • Cruise Rhine Gorge’s castles
  • Visit Rudesheim’s scenic vineyards
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Sail aboard the MS Amaserena on a 13-day cruise through Europe, featuring Amsterdam’s canals, Germany’s Rhine Gorge castles, France’s Alsace charm, and Italy’s glamorous Lake Como. Explore five countries and iconic landmarks.
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Historic old town Strasbourg
from $10,149
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Castles along the Rhine

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Victoria
  • Explore Cologne’s Old Town
  • Visit Koblenz River Confluence
  • Tour Rudesheim Vineyards Estates
  • Walk Strasbourg Historic Quarter
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Cruise 8 days aboard S.S. Victoria from Amsterdam to Basel. Discover Cologne’s Old Town, Koblenz and Boppard, Rudesheim vineyards, Strasbourg’s historic streets, and Alsatian wine villages. Choose curated excursions including castle tours, vineyard walks, local tastings, and scenic bike rides along the Rhine.
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Explore Basel
from $8,999
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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Victoria
  • Explore Strasbourg historic center
  • Discover Alsatian wine villages
  • Visit Koblenz German Corner
  • Walk Cologne Old Town
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Experience an 8-day Basel to Amsterdam Rhine River cruise aboard S.S. Victoria. Explore Strasbourg’s historic streets, visit Alsatian villages near Breisach, and discover Rhine Valley towns including Rüdesheim, Koblenz, and Cologne. Cruise through vineyard landscapes, medieval castles, and cultural landmarks along the scenic Upper Middle Rhine.
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Explore Cologne
from $8,900
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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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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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Western Church with water canal view in Amsterdam
from $5,199
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Castles along the Rhine

Basel to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S Elisabeth
  • Explore Breisach wine region
  • Visit Rüdesheim’s vineyards
  • Uncover Koblenz & Deutsches Eck
  • Tour Cologne’s Old Town
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Basel / Amsterdam
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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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Koblenz at night
from $10,200
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Jewels of the Rhine & Amsterdam

Basel - Amsterdam - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn
  • Cycle Breisach’s riverside trails
  • Discover Strasbourg medieval charm
  • Explore Heidelberg’s castle ruins
  • Wander Koblenz’s cobbled streets
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Experience a 10-day river cruise on the Emerald Dawn, starting in Germany's Black Forest and exploring towns like Strasbourg and Cologne, along with wine tastings and scenic views of Dutch windmills. Conclude your journey in Amsterdam with a two-night hotel stay to discover its cultural landmarks and vibrant atmosphere.
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River through Koblenz Germany
from $5,849
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Castles along the Rhine

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S Elisabeth
  • Explore Cologne’s Old Town
  • Visit Koblenz River Confluence
  • Tour Rudesheim Vineyards Estates
  • Walk Strasbourg Historic Quarter
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Wine Tasting, Biking
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Cruise 8 days aboard S.S Elisabeth from Amsterdam to Basel. Discover Cologne’s Old Town, Koblenz and Boppard, Rudesheim vineyards, Strasbourg’s historic streets, and Alsatian wine villages. Choose curated excursions including castle tours, vineyard walks, local tastings, and scenic bike rides along the Rhine.
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Ehrenfels Castle on Rhine River near Rudesheim
from $4,149
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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaViola
  • Cruise Amsterdam’s scenic canals
  • Discover Cologne’s Gothic beauty
  • Explore Dusseldorf’s vibrant charm
  • Sail the Rhine Gorge’s epic views
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Embark on an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amaviola, where picturesque vineyards and historic castles await. Discover charming towns like Strasbourg and Colmar, from Rudesheimer coffee to German beer, while enjoying local flavors.
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Vienna
from $4,849
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaLucia
  • Stroll Heidelberg's festive markets
  • Tour Cologne's historic Old Town
  • Explore Amsterdam's scenic canals
  • Sail the Rhine and visit Rudesheim
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Christmas Market Visits
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Sail the Rhine on an 8-day holiday cruise, exploring Europe’s most festive Christmas Markets from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amalucia. Sip gluhwein in Cologne, wander Strasbourg’s famed market, and witness Gengenbach’s giant Advent calendar.
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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
from $4,249
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaPrima
  • Admire Amsterdam's famous canals
  • Bike along Rüdesheim
  • Visit Strasbourg’s Christmas Market
  • Enjoy Europe's Christmas markets
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Enjoy a 7-night cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amaprima. As you sail the Rhine River, visit classic Christmas markets, bike along Rüdesheim, boat down canals, and visit historic castles that highlight this region of central Europe, including stops in Cologne, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Breisach.
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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $4,030
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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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Experience an 8-day Romantic Rhine cruise aboard Avalon Envision, sailing through Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland. Explore Amsterdam, Cologne, Rüdesheim, Ludwigshafen, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Breisach, with castles, cathedrals, and the Black Forest along the way.
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Explore beautiful Amsterdam
from $5,600
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Amsterdam & Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Basel - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
  • Explore Amsterdam Rijksmuseum
  • Visit Alkmaar cheese market
  • Walk Dusseldorf historic Altstadt
  • Tour Cologne iconic Dom
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Amsterdam / Zurich
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Hiking, Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration
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Set sail on a 10-day cruise aboard the Emerald Destiny, starting with three days in Amsterdam to explore its treasures and vibrant culture. Journey through France and Germany, taking in Dusseldorf, Cologne's Gothic cathedral, and the scenic Rhine Gorge with its vineyards and castles.
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