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Embark on a journey through time in Rüdesheim, Germany with our 24 meticulously curated archaeological site visits for 2026. This quaint city, nestled in the winemaking region of the Rhine Valley, offers an enchanting backdrop for exploring Europe's storied past. Our tours provide a blend of cultural immersion and historical intrigue as you visit legendary castles and meander through ancient villages. Over 7 to 16 days, witness the grandeur of Marksburg Castle, savor local wines in Boppard, and bike along scenic riverbanks—all starting at just $1,772 to $35,590. To discover Rüdesheim's rich tapestry of history and culture aboard luxurious River Cruises or during intimate village visits, contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists to assist you in crafting an unforgettable German 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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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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Explore historic Bamberg
from $4,449
$2500
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Europe's Rivers & Castles - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Luxembourg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto
  • Explore Wurzburg’s Baroque splendor
  • Discover Bamberg’s architecture
  • Stroll Wertheim’s charming streets
  • Visit Rudesheim’s vineyard gondola
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Nuremberg / Luxembourg
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Set sail on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amacerto, exploring Europe’s charm from the scenic Main River to the Upper Middle Rhine Valley's castles and Moselle's vineyards. Visit picturesque villages like Bernkastel, Cochem, and Rothenburg, admire the Wurzburg Residenz fresco, and savor German wines and smoked beer.
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Historic old town Strasbourg
from $1,772
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4 Rivers: The Moselle, Sarre, Romantic Rhine, and Neckar Valleys (Port-to-port cruise)

Luxembourg to Strasbourg - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci
  • Enjoy a Luxembourg city guided tour
  • Experience wine tasting in Remich
  • Explore Roman sites in Trier
  • Stroll in Koblenz's old town
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Luxembourg / Strasbourg
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Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration
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Variable
Embark on a 7-day river cruise aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci from Luxembourg to Strasbourg along the Moselle, Rhine, and Neckar Rivers. Explore Trier’s Roman heritage, Cochem Castle, Koblenz, Rudesheim vineyards, and Heidelberg’s historic charm. Enjoy wine tastings, guided tours, and lively evenings on board.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Small Ship Sailing
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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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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $4,030
No SS
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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, 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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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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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
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Hiking
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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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Explore quaint towns along the Rhine
from $10,990
OBC
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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
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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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Brilliant tulips growing near Amsterdam
from $10,090
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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky
  • Discover Amsterdam’s canals
  • Explore Cologne’s Old Town
  • Admire castles along Rhine Gorge
  • Stroll Miltenberg’s medieval street
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Amsterdam / Budapest
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Join this 15-day Splendors of Europe cruise on the Emerald Sky from Amsterdam to Budapest. Cruise through the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. Experience stunning landscapes, medieval towns, and hikes to hilltop fortresses. Explore four capital cities, each providing a distinctive perspective on the region's rich history.
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Explore the inspiring Amsterdam
from $12,190
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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Admire Rhine Gorge’s castles
  • Wander Miltenberg’s cobbled lanes
  • Visit Wurzburg’s Baroque palace
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Amsterdam / Budapest
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Embark on the 15-day Splendours of Europe cruise aboard the Emerald Destiny, traveling from Amsterdam to Budapest. Discover the wonders of the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary while indulging in a glass-top canal boat excursion in Amsterdam. Throughout the visit to four capital cities, immerse in rich history of the region.
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Romantic evening light over Basel
from $5,396
No SS
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Reflections on the Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Imagery II
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Discover Nijmegen’s Roman ruins
  • Taste Rüdesheim wines
  • Visit Strasbourg’s La Petite France
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Biking
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Variable
Experience Europe’s Rhine River from Amsterdam to Basel for 10 days on Avalon Imagery II. Explore Amsterdam’s canals, Nijmegen’s Roman ruins, Cologne Cathedral, Rhine Gorge castles, Rüdesheim vineyards, Heidelberg Castle, Strasbourg’s La Petite France, and the Black Forest with guided tours, tastings, and scenic walks.
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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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Explore Cologne
from $11,590
OBC
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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Admire Rhine Gorge castles
  • Tour Rudesheim’s music museum
  • Wander Miltenberg’s medieval street
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Amsterdam / Budapest
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Experience a 15-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest on the Emerald Sun, visiting cities like Cologne, Vienna, and Bratislava. Enjoy guided tours, local encounters, and stunning sights along the Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers, ending in Budapest.
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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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Festival Visits
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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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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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