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Amsterdam in the Netherlands is the gateway to the Rhine River, which winds through Germany and connects with other major European rivers like the Main and Danube. Built around the dam of the Amstel River, from which it gets its name, Amsterdam is a city alive with culture, art, and quaint architecture. Numerous canals also span the Netherlands into Belgium that are excellent for exploring charming historical cities, windmills, and expansive flower farms. Amsterdam cruises follow canals past the Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, and 17th-century merchant houses. Taste Dutch apple pie and Gouda in Jordaan, see swans and ducks, admire canal bridges, and explore the floating houseboats along the river. As the capital city of the Netherlands, it is home to several art and history museums, like Zaanse Schans and the Van Gogh Museum. In the evenings, you can enjoy a leisurely tour of the city on the canals that wind their way throughout enchanting Amsterdam. Contact one of our European river cruise specialists when you are ready to start planning your trip to Amsterdam.
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only $4,749 8 Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard MS Amacerto, exploring Europe's most enchanting Christmas Markets. From Cologne's Gothic cathedral to Strasbourg's festive charm and Gengenbach's giant Advent calendar, embrace the season's magic along the Rhine River.
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Rhine Highlights $8,790 8 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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Rhine Highlights $9,390 8 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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Rhine Highlights $9,390 8 Experience an enriching 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel on the Scenic Jewel, 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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Magnificent Europe - Cruise Only $8,299 15 Join a 15-day European river cruise on the MS AmaSofia, sailing through five countries along the Danube, Main, and Rhine rivers. Experience UNESCO World Heritage Sites, regional wine tastings, and guided hiking and biking excursions in Passau and Vienna.
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Rhine Highlights $9,990 8 Experience an 8-day Rhine River cruise on the Scenic Amber, exploring medieval towns, historic sites, and local traditions like wine tastings. Enjoy cycling, a scenic cruise through the Rhine Gorge, and exclusive concert access at Rastatt Palace.
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Enchanting Rhine $6,209 12 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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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only $3,849 8 Embark on an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amaviola, where picturesque vineyards and historic castles await. Discover charming towns like Strasbourg and Colmar, from Rudesheimer coffee to German beer, while enjoying local flavors.
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Captivating Rhine $7,159 14 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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Captivating Rhine $6,759 14 From Amsterdam’s colorful canals to the majestic Swiss Alps, enjoy a 14-day exploration of the Rhine Valley, starting with two days in Amsterdam followed by 7 nights aboard the MS Amaviola, and concluding with four nights in Switzerland between Lucerne and Zurich. Sample the local brews of beer and coffee with chances to hike and bike as well!
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The Rhine & Moselle (Northbound) $5,629 11 Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard the Avalon Imagery II. Explore the Rhine and Moselle Rivers, starting in Basel. Discover charming cities in Germany, France, and Amsterdam, exploring Breisach, Strasbourg, and the Rhine Gorge while enjoying wine tastings in Bernkastel and a canal cruise in Amsterdam.
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A World Affairs Voyage from Copenhagen to London $9,710 11 Cruise from Copenhagen to London on an 11-day cruise aboard Le Champlain. Explore Baltic and North Sea ports like Wismar, Harlingen, Amsterdam, and Dunkirk. Discover UNESCO-listed architecture, seaside promenades, and maritime museums while tracing the historical legacy of the Hanseatic League and major coastal trade centers.
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Vineyards, Chateaux & Bordeaux $13,153 22 Experience a 22-day voyage aboard Avalon Artistry II, cruising Europe’s legendary rivers through Switzerland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Bordeaux. From the Rhine Gorge’s castles to Paris’s cultural treasures and Bordeaux’s famed vineyards, immerse yourself in guided tours, wine tastings, and châteaux visits.
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Romantic Rhine (Northbound) $4,151 8 Sail the 8-day Romantic Rhine River Cruise (Northbound) aboard Avalon Envision from Switzerland to Holland, visiting France and Germany along the way, with guided tours of historic cities, scenic sailing, and cultural highlights.
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Romantic Rhine (Southbound) $4,030 8 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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The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & Castles $4,330 8 Sail the Rhine & Moselle for 8 days aboard Avalon Imagery II, visiting Amsterdam, Cologne, Rüdesheim, Cochem, Bernkastel, and Luxembourg. Take canal cruises, tour castles, hike vineyards, taste wines, and see Rhine Gorge while exploring Europe’s historic towns and wine regions.
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Reflections on the Rhine (Southbound) $5,496 10 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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The Netherlands in Bloom $7,109 10 Sail on a 10-day cruise aboard Avalon Panorama from Amsterdam through Holland and Belgium. Explore historic towns like Hoorn, Nijmegen, and Maastricht, tour Antwerp’s cathedral and diamond district, and visit iconic Dutch landmarks such as Kinderdijk and Keukenhof. Guided walking and biking excursions offer cultural, historical, and scenic experiences throughout.
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Highlights of Amsterdam
Amsterdam is the capital city of the Netherlands and is chock-full of the country's art, history, and culture. Conveniently, many river cruises of central Europe either start or end here, as neighboring Rotterdam is the mouth of the Rhine River. Even cruises that don't originate here tend to spend a few days docked here so that you'll have plenty of time to see highlights like:
  • The Royal Palace
  • 70-acre Keukenhof Gardens, where tulips bloom in stunning arrays of colors
  • The Van Gogh Museum, home to the largest collection of Van Gogh's artwork in the world
  • The ancient Red Light District neighborhood
  • Zaanse Schans, an open air museum with wooden windmills, barns, and houses
  • Canal boat tours
  • Strolling through this delightful city by night
  • “De Halve Maen,” a Dutch East India Company replica ship
Main Destinations on River Cruises departing from Amsterdam
Your journey through central Europe along the tranquilly enchanting Rhine River may begin or end in charming Amsterdam in the Netherlands. Along your cruise, you may stop in the river port cities and towns of:
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