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

Basel to Amsterdam - Example 9 Day Cruise aboard MS Douce France
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From the Three Countries Bridge to Holland, discover a captivating blend of nature and culture. Explore the beloved Rhine River in this 9-day unique cruise voyage. Sailing between France, Germany, the Netherlands and Switzerland, this cruise allows you to explore cultural villages, local towns and view the stunning scenery lining the Rhine. Begin in Basel and end in Amsterdam, disembarking daily for optional excursions, free leisure time and tasting Europe's exceptional cuisine.
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Highlights
  • Visit the Rhine Falls, one of Switzerland's most spectacular sites
  • Enjoy a free morning in Breisach, a enchanting city
  • Cruise to Strasbourg and admire the magnificent wine-growing region
  • Explore the world-famous Gutenberg Museum in Mainz
Activities
Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Basel, Switzerland | Embark

Passengers are welcome to board the ship early this evening in Basel. After comfortably settling into your cabins, be introduced to the crew at a welcome cocktail. Remain in port overnight.

*Passengers will choose either the Classic or Discovery package to participate in for the duration of the voyage.

Day 2: Basel | Schaffhausen | Basel

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Today enjoy a guided tour of Basel. This afternoon's excursions are:

Classic: Excursion to the Rhine Falls, among the most spectacular sites to visit in Switzerland.

Discovery: Hike around the Rhine Falls. Enjoy dinner and an evening of dancing on board.

Day 3: Breisach

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
This morning, go on a guided tour of Breisach and wine tasting. 

This afternoon, explore on a guided tour of Colmar and the Unerlinden Museum. 

Enjoy an evening of entertainment. 

Day 4: Breisach | Strasbourg

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Arrive in Strasbourg in the afternoon. The excursion proposed are:

Classic: Guided tour of the European capital.

Discovery: Bird's eye view of Strasbourg from the top of the cathedral.

Enjoy an evening of dancing on board as your ship starts sailing towards Mainz.

Day 5: Mainz | Koblenz

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Today's excursions are:

Classic: Join a guided tour of Mainz and the Gutenberg Museum (closed on Mondays).

Discovery: Touring the Rhineland vineyards. Then return on board and depart for Koblenz, passing the legendary Lorelei rock.

After you arrive in Koblenz in the evening, enjoy some free time on your own or join your host/hostess for a tour of the city. Remain in port overnight.

Day 6: Koblenz | Cologne | Dusseldorf

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Today, cruise to Cologne. In the afternoon, join a guided tour on foot of the city. The tour will allow you to wonder at the majestic cathedral, the old town as well as the famous Fragrance Museum (exterior only.) Enjoy some free time on your own before you return by coach to the ship in Dusseldorf. Tonight is the gala evening and dinner on board. 

Day 7: Dusseldorf | Xanten | Nijmegen | Amsterdam

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Spend the morning cruising to Xanten. Visit the open-air museum in Arnhem, then return on board in Nijmegen, and cruise to Amsterdam in the afternoon. Enjoy an evening of onboard entertainment. 

Day 8: Amsterdam

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
This morning's excursions are:

Classic: Guided panoramic tour of Amsterdam and visit to a diamond merchant's. 

Discovery: Bike tour of Amsterdam in search of its most secret and unique locations. 

In the afternoon, join on an excursion to the Keukenhof Gardens (open from mid-March to mid-May) or excursion to Haarlem in the other months. 

Day 9: Amsterdam | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking.

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MS Douce France on the Rhine River
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Notes

20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Included
  • 8 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 8 Dinners
  • 8 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
  • Excursions included in the package selected
  • All port fees
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Drinks from the special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
  • Cancellation and baggage insurance

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Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
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