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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $2,236
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From the Heart of Alsace to Summits in the Swiss Alps

Roundtrip Strasbourg - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Monet
  • Cruise through Strasbourg beauty
  • Discover Colmar’s little Venice
  • Visit Hansi Museum Alsace
  • Ride Swiss rack railway
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Strasbourg / Strasbourg
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Experience an exclusive 5-day MS Monet Rhine cruise from Strasbourg to Basel, exploring Alsace’s charming cities, Colmar’s streets, and the Swiss Alps’ Jungfraujoch. Enjoy guided tours, a scenic rack railway ride, authentic fondue lunch, and breathtaking Alpine panoramas on this once-in-a-lifetime cultural and natural adventure.
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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
from $1,598
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Rhineland And Dutch Christmas

Strasbourg - Amsterdam - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS L'Europe
  • Experience the magic of Christmas
  • Explore romantic Rhine Valley
  • Tour the city of Cologne
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Strasbourg / Amsterdam
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Embark on MS L'Europe and join its 5-day cruise on the Rhine River to explore the famous Christmas markets of the Rhineland. Set off from charming Strasbourg, France, and cruise along the Rhine to beautiful Cologne, where you'll find cozy markets and a stunning cathedral. Your journey concludes in historic Amsterdam.
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Cologne, Germany
from $7,159
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Captivating Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard AmaPrima
  • Explore Heidelberg’s medieval charm
  • Wander Strasbourg’s storybook lanes
  • Discover Colmar’s colorful beauty
  • Hike in the mystical Black Forest
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Sail the legendary Rhine on a 14-day cruise with stays in Lucerne and Zurich aboard the MS Amaprima. From Amsterdam’s canals to the Swiss Alps, explore vineyard-clad hills, fairytale towns, and historic cities along this enchanting river.
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Koblenz at night
from $8,790
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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal
  • Wander Amsterdam’s canals
  • Cruise Europe’s beautiful rivers
  • Admire Cologne's cathedral
  • Discover historic Heidelberg
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Experience an enriching 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel on the Scenic Opal, uncovering historic cities and scenic towns along the Rhine. Enjoy Amsterdam's canals, Koblenz's culture, Cochem's vineyards, Baden-Baden's thermal spa, and Strasbourg's unique architecture.
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River through Koblenz Germany
from $5,600
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Jewels of the Rhine & Amsterdam

Basel - Amsterdam - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Sample Freiburg regional delicacies
  • Visit Germersheim Bruchsal Palace
  • Explore Cologne Gothic cathedral
  • Discover Dusseldorf Altstadt
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Urban Exploration, Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits
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Join a 10-day cruise on the Emerald Sun, exploring traditional cheese-making in the Netherlands and historic sites in France and Germany, including Dusseldorf and Cologne. Enjoy scenic views of the Rhine Gorge, regional delicacies in the Black Forest, and end with a three-day stay in Amsterdam.
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Enjoy this beautiful basilica while traveling through Europe
from $6,124
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Christmas Markets on the Danube

11 Day Itinerary aboard AmaBella
  • Explore the charming city of Prague
  • Visit the largest Christmas Market
  • Walk across historical Passau
  • Take a guided biking tour of Vienna
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Prague / Budapest
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Christmas Market Visits
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Board the MS Amabella for this unique 11-day adventure visiting some of Europe's most enchanting Christmas Markets on the scenic Danube River route from Nuremberg to Budapest. Spend 2 nights in Prague, Czech Republic before departing toward historic German towns like Regensburg and Passau, and Austrian towns of Melk and Vienna.
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Strasbourg
from $9,459
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Rhine & Moselle Fairytales

18 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSerena
  • Cruise to Cologne
  • Join a guided bike ride
  • Explore the Bundesbank Bunker
  • Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
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Experience an 18-day river cruise of the Rhine and Moselle aboard the luxurious Amaserena. Explore Strasbourg, Riquewihr, Cochem, Bernkastel, canals, glistening lakes, hilltop towns, the majestic Alps, mighty fortresses and storied castles. Did we mention exquisite French wines and traditional German beer?
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Schloss Neuschwanstein overlooks the green countryside
from $6,109
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Enchanting Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 12 Day Itinerary aboard AmaViola
  • Explore Cologne’s Old Town
  • Experience Dusseldorf, a city rich
  • Enjoy Dutch specialties
  • Visit Heidelberg’s historic sites
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Embark on a 12-day cruise with stays in Zurich and Lucerne 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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Historic Zurich with River Limmat, Switzerland
from $6,309
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Enchanting Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 12 Day Itinerary aboard AmaStella
  • Wander Strasbourg’s charming street
  • Discover Basel’s historical gems
  • Stroll medieval walls in Lucerne
  • Explore Zurich’s vibrant history
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Sail the Rhine on a 12-day cruise with stays in Zurich and Lucerne aboard the MS Amastella. Explore vibrant cities, storybook towns, and a UNESCO-listed landscape of castles, breweries, and timeless traditions.
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Enjoy a quiet moment on the banks of the Danube
from $10,390
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Gems of the Danube

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Explore Budapest’s architecture
  • Visit Durnstein vineyards
  • Discover Melk, magnificent abbey
  • Explore Regensburg, medieval town
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Budapest / Munich
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Biking, Wine Tasting
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Join an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Scenic Amber, exploring historic cities along the Danube River. Experience Budapest's architecture, Vienna's musical heritage, and Germany's UNESCO-listed Regensburg while enjoying Central Europe's scenic beauty.
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Old city of Koblenz by night
from $9,990
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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Pearl
  • Admire Cologne's cathedral
  • Cruise Europe’s beautiful rivers
  • Discover history of Heidelberg
  • Enjoy Amsterdam’s canals
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Experience an enriching 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel on the Scenic Pearl, uncovering historic cities and scenic towns along the Rhine. Enjoy Amsterdam's canals, Koblenz's culture, Cochem's vineyards, Baden-Baden's thermal spa, and Strasbourg's unique architecture.
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market with loved ones
from $10,790
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Danube Christmas Markets

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Explore Regensburg’s medieval town
  • Admire Passau’s colorful river
  • Tour Salzburg’s historic landmarks
  • Wander Cesky Krumlov’s streets
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Munich / Budapest
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Experience an 8-day Danube River cruise from Munich to Budapest aboard the Scenic Amber, exploring enchanting Christmas markets and local traditions. Enjoy exclusive events and guided tours that showcase Central Europe's cultural heritage during the festive season.
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