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Embark on a historical odyssey through Germany's enchanting Breisach with our 10 meticulously designed archaeological site visits for 2025. As you cruise the storied Rhine aboard elegant river vessels, each twist and turn of the waterway ushers in views of ancient castles and time-honored villages. Over an 8-day itinerary, you'll be captivated by exclusive wine tastings in Boppard, biking through scenic landscapes, and intimate village visits that reveal layers of European history. Starting at just $2,799 to $33,890, these tours offer a relaxed pace to soak up the region's rich heritage—from Strasbourg's Romanesque cathedral to the unscathed splendor of Marksburg Castle. To delve into a past that is as vivid as it is venerable, contact one of Adventure Life’s tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Discover charming Heidelberg
from $7,390
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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky
  • Discover the charming Koblenz
  • Visit a Black Forest village
  • Discover the beauty of Strasbourg
  • Tour Heidelberg Castle
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Amsterdam / Basel
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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.
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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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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.
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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
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Christmas Market Visits, Festival Visits
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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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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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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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Cruise the rivers of Germany
from $7,990
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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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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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Koblenz at night
from $10,590
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Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards

Amsterdam - Zurich - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky
  • Explore Utrecht's Oudegracht canal
  • Walk through Koblenz's
  • Stroll Bernkastel’s marketplace
  • Explore Mainz's Old Town
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Amsterdam / Basel
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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.
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Trier
from $5,139
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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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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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Stroll along the canals of Dusseldorf
from $7,179
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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
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Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Hiking, Wine Tasting, Biking
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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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Amsterdam is known for its citizens' love for bikes!
from $15,790
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Romantic Rhine & Moselle

Zurich - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Ruby
  • Tour Strasbourg’s Grand Ile
  • Explore Colmar medieval houses
  • Admire Rudesheim vineyards
  • Roam Cochem’s cobbled lanes
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Experience a 15-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam on the Scenic Ruby, exploring the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Discover charming medieval villages and stunning landscapes shaped by centuries of folklore and rich traditions.
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Explore quaint towns along the Rhine
from $5,279
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Rhine & Moselle Fairytales - Cruise Only

Amsterdam - Basel - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia
  • Discover Cologne's Old Town
  • Visit Lahneck Castle in Lahnstein
  • Uncover Trier’s Roman past
  • Explore Amsterdam’s scenic canals
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Sail aboard the MS Amalucia on a 12-day cruise through the legendary Rhine and Moselle, where fairytale castles, dramatic vineyards, and charming medieval towns await. Explore Strasbourg, Trier, and Koblenz, marvel at Roman relics, and savor world-class wines in this enchanting adventure.
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