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Explore the inspiring Amsterdam
from $4,049
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Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard 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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Vienna
from $4,749
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaLea
  • Visit the Great Market Hall
  • Explore Vörösmarty Square
  • Join a guided bike ride
  • Join a walking tour of Passau
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Travel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and historic towns bedecked with twinkling Christmas trees and lined with wooden huts gleaming with handcrafted treasures. Enjoy an 8-day cruise of Iconic Christmas Markets aboard MS Amalea!
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Enjoy a carriage ride at the Christmas Market
from $4,349
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Budapest - Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaVerde
  • Discover Budapest’s festive charm
  • Hike Budapest’s scenic Castle Hill
  • Visit Vienna’s festive Town Hall
  • Explore Nuremberg’s Christmas glow
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Budapest / Nuremberg
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring festive Christmas Markets in stunning cities and charming towns. Enjoy the season's sights, sounds, and tastes, from handcrafted treasures to delightful holiday treats.
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Panoramic view of Budapest cityscape
from $4,979
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Blue Danube Discovery - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSonata
  • Enjoy Bratislava's unique charm
  • Admire the beautiful Wachau Valley
  • Hike up to Veste Oberhaus Fortress
  • Discover medieval Regensburg
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On this unforgettable 8-day cruise, embark in Budapest, Hungary, and make your way to the charming city of Nuremberg on the MS Amasonata. Visit some of the most important sites of the region (including Gothic & Baroque cathedrals, the Oberhaus Fortress, and others) and bike through the spectacular scenery of the Danube Valley.
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Explore the historic old town Koblenz
from $8,999
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Rhine, Moselle & Belgium Grand Discovery

Basel to Brussels - 15 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Victoria
  • Hike Mount Rigi Trails
  • Taste Riesling in Rüdesheim
  • Discover Roman Trier Ruins
  • Tour Chocolate Nation Museum
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Basel / Brussels
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Local Market Visits, Spa Relaxation
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Experience a 15-day cruise from Basel to Brussels aboard S.S. Victoria. Visit historic towns, sample regional wines and cuisine, explore Roman ruins, and stroll charming old towns. Discover cultural landmarks in Strasbourg, Cologne, Luxembourg, Antwerp, and more on this immersive journey through Western Europe.
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from $5,949
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European Holiday Markets

Nuremberg to Vienna - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice
  • Visit Nuremberg’s Christmas Market
  • Cruise the scenic Wachau Valley
  • Explore Vienna’s historic landmarks
  • Stroll through historic Regensburg
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Nuremberg / Vienna
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Wildlife Viewing
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Experience an 8-day European Holiday Market cruise along the Danube River from Nuremberg to Vienna aboard the S.S. Beatrice. Discover festive cities and charming villages with holiday lights. Visit Nuremberg’s grand Christmas Market, the romantic Thurn and Taxis Castle market, and savor mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, and handcrafted treasures.
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Explore beautiful Amsterdam
from $7,761
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Magnificent Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Cruise Amsterdam's elegant canals
  • Walk through Cologne's Old City
  • Tour Würzburg's Residenz
  • Explore Vienna's gilded landmarks
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Amsterdam / Budapest
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Experience the culture of Central Europe on this 15-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest aboard the Avalon Impression. Discover Holland's lively capital, sail the dramatic Rhine Gorge, and visit historic German towns like Cologne and Nuremberg. Explore Vienna's imperial landmarks and conclude your journey in vibrant Budapest.
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Explore Basel
from $6,209
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Enchanting Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 12 Day Itinerary aboard AmaCerto
  • Explore Zurich's vibrant history
  • Wander Strasbourg's streets
  • Visit Breisach's countryside
  • Cruise Rhine's stunning castles
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Set sail from Zurich to Amsterdam on a 12-day Rhine cruise aboard the MS Amacerto. Discover vibrant cities, storied towns, and timeless traditions amid stunning castles and scenic riverbanks.
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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $4,349
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Budapest - Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSonata
  • Visit the Great Market Hall
  • Tour Vienna by Night
  • Explore Melk Abbey
  • Take a guided bike ride
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Enjoy the Iconic Christmas Markets on this 8-day journey along the Danube River aboard the MS Amasota. Travel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and historic towns bedecked with twinkling Christmas trees and lined with wooden huts gleaming with handcrafted treasures.
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Rudesheim
from $3,949
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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaViola
  • Visit Heidelberg’s historic sites
  • Experience Dusseldorf’s culture
  • Explore Cologne’s Old Town
  • Enjoy Dutch specialties
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Embark on an 8-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the MS Amaviola, where vibrant cities and charming towns reveal rich histories. Sail along the Rhine's UNESCO World Heritage stretch, featuring stunning castles and delightful villages.
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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $4,149
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps - Cruise Only

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaVenita
  • Visit Rüdesheim vineyard
  • Visit iconic cathedral architecture
  • Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
  • Discover Lake Lucerne
  • Bike along the Rhine River
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Biking, Hiking, Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
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Cruise the Rhine River from Amsterdam to Basel on this 8-day voyage aboard MS AmaVenita. Discover iconic European cities while exploring castles, vineyards, and historic towns through immersive cultural experiences.
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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
from $4,249
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaReina
  • Explore Nuremberg’s medieval charm
  • Wander Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Stroll Passau’s cobbled streets
  • Visit Thurn Christmas Market
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Nuremberg / Budapest
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Christmas Market Visits
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Experience an 8-day cruise on the MS Amareina, visiting charming towns and stunning cities adorned with Christmas decorations. Enjoy festive markets in Nuremberg, Regensburg, Vienna, and Budapest, filled with handmade crafts, mulled wine, and holiday delights.
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