10 Best Amsterdam River Cruises for 2021-2022

This 12-day exploration of the Rhine Valley starts with two nights in both Zurich and Lucerne, Switzerland before departing on an enchanting 7-night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam, aboard the MS Amasiena. As you cruise the Rhine River, you'll stop in the historic towns of Breisach, Strasbourg, Ludwigshafen, Rudesheim, and Cologne.

Ehrenfels Castle on Rhine River near Rudesheim

Captivating Rhine

14 Days from $5,449

Enjoy a 14-day voyage aboard the MS Amasiena! From Amsterdam to Basel, journey into the heart of the destinations you visit. Then you will have two days in Lucerne and two days in Zurich.

View from the harbour of Basel, Switzerland

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

9 Days from $3,007

Board the MS Douce France for a 9-day river cruise from Holland to Switzerland. Start your adventure in Amsterdam, the City of Diamonds, and navigate south towards the Rhine River basin. Cross the border into Germany and sail along while viewing numerous castles nestled among famous vineyards.

Springtime in Holland

Amsterdam to Antwerp
5 Days from $1,091

Join this 5-day cruise exploring the enchanting canals of Amsterdam, learning about Volendam and Zaanse Schans' traditions, and visiting the floral gardens of Keukenhof. Every day discover a new port of call and enjoy daily shore excursions, participating in a wide range of activities.

From Berlin to Amsterdam

Berlin to Amsterdam
12 Days from $3,761

Join a 12-day river cruise expedition along Germany and Holland, aboard the 100-passenger MS Mona Lisa. Sail from Berlin to Amsterdam, passing by towering castles, quaint villages and the most impressive cities, aboard your comfortable floating hotel.

Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Days from $3,299

Enjoy an enchanting 7-night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam along the Rhine to magnificent cities and charming villages alike. You are bound to live timeless traditions on the MS Amasiena as you cruise down the Rhine River.

Traditional Dutch windmills from the channel Rotterdam. Holland

Holland and the Romantic Rhine Valley

7 Days from $1,672

Board the MS Beethoven for a 7-day river experience through the enchanting waterways of Holland. Sail along the romantic Rhine River making stops in quaint villages, imposing gardens, lush vineyards, and dazzling cities, including Amsterdam, Koln, Rudesheim, Heidelberg, and Mannheim.

Bicycles are a part of everyday life in Europe

Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Days from $3,299

Enjoy an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel along the Rhine River aboard the MS AmaMora. You will enjoy an extensive lineup of standard tours and bike tours. No matter your preference, your days will be full of discovery and wonder!

Holland and the Romantic Rhine Valley

Amsterdam to Strasbourg
7 Days from $1,672

Explore the rich shores of the charming Rhine River, the longest and most important river in Europe. in this 7-day cruise from Amsterdam to Strasbourg, aboard the MS L'Europe. Enjoy daily land excursions to cultural and historic towns, imposing gardens and renowned museums.

Springtime in Holland

Amsterdam to Antwerp
5 Days from $1,271

Join this 5-day cruise exploring the enchanting canals of Amsterdam, learning about Voledam and Zaanse Schans' traditions, and visiting the floral gardens of Keukenhof. Every day discover a new port of call and enjoy daily shore excursions, participating in a wide-range of activities.

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Enchanting Rhine

12 Days from $3,798

Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Days from $3,299

Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Days from $3,299

Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Days from $3,099

The Enchanting Rhine - From Basel to Amsterdam

8 Days from $2,999

Cruise from Basel to Amsterdam on this classic 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard the MS Amaprima. Along the way, you'll have opportunities to revel in the old world charm as you stop in cities and towns like Breisach, Strasbourg, Mannheim, Heidelberg, Rüdesheim, Koblenz and Cologne.

The Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Days from $3,299

Begin your 8-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam, aboard the luxurious MS Amakristina. As you tour the historic towns of France, Germany, and the Netherlands, expert guides will lead you to local wineries, on architectural tours of the Gothic style buildings that highlight the region, and on hikes and canal excursions as well.

Medieval bridge Ponts Couverts and cathedral

Enchanting Rhine

12 Days from $4,699

This 12-day exploration of the Rhine Valley starts with two nights in both Zurich and Lucerne, Switzerland before departing on an enchanting 7-night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam, aboard the MS AmaMora. As you cruise the Rhine River, you'll stop in the historic towns of Breisach, Strasbourg, Ludwigshafen, Rudesheim, and Cologne.

The Enchanting Rhine - From Zurich to Amsterdam

12 Days from $4,599

After spending two nights in both Zurich and Lucerne, Switzerland, board the MS Amaprima on an exclusive 7-day Rhine River cruise through the historic old towns and big cities of Germany, the historic borderlands of Strasbourg, France, and finally to Amsterdam in the Netherlands.

The Enchanting Rhine

12 Days from $4,859

Explore the Rhine Valley on this comprehensive 12-day tour of central Europe. Enjoy a two-night stay in Zurich and two nights in Lucerne followed by an 8-day luxury cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amakristina. From medieval city tours to hikes through the snow-capped Alps, get to know all this part of Europe has to offer!

Cologne's famous cathedral at sunset from the Rhine.

Captivating Rhine

14 Days from $5,649

Explore the Rhine River aboard the MS AmaMora starting with 2 nights in Amsterdam, followed by a 7-night cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, and ending with 2 nights in Lucerne and 2 nights in Zurich. From Amsterdam’s colorful canals to the majestic Swiss Alps, journey into the heart of the destinations you visit.

Best Deals on Amsterdam Cruises

Amsterdam River Cruises (179 Results)

Trip Name	Save	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Rhine Highlights	$500	$3795	8	Apr 7, 2021	From Amsterdam to Basel, journey along the Rhine in all-inclusive luxury. Witness Amsterdam's famous canals to enjoying a sublime classical concert. 0
Rhine Highlights	$500	$3795	8	May 17, 2021	From Amsterdam to Basel, journey along the Rhine in all-inclusive luxury. Witness Amsterdam's famous canals, explore castles along the river, wander … 0
Rhine Highlights	$500	$4045	8	Apr 19, 2021	Journey along the Rhine in all-inclusive luxury aboard Scenic Crystal. Visit delightful towns and cities along the Rhine river valley, such as … 0
Windmills, Tulips, and Belgian Delights	$500	$3895	8	Apr 14, 2021	There’s something irrepressibly joyful about Europe in springtime, and nowhere more so than in beautiful Holland, where fields of tulips seem to … 0
Rhine Highlights	$500	$3795	8	Jul 22, 2021	Visit delightful towns and cities along the Rhine river valley, such as Cologne, Koblenz, Mannheim, Strasbourg and Baden-Baden on the way from … 0
Rhine Christmas Markets	$500	$4045	8	Dec 13, 2021	Begin this magical 8 day journey in Basel and see the highlights along the Rhine River. Enjoy the Christmas atmosphere and explore the iconic markets. 0
Windmills, Tulips & Belgian Delights with Bruges	$500	$6145	11	Apr 19, 2021	Board luxurious Scenic Jasper for this 11-day European cruise from lovely Amsterdam to magnificent Bruges for a 3-night stay. 0
Strings and Winds	Savings	$3980	8	May 12, 2021	Experience a timeless voyage set to music, along the most stunning shores of Northern Europe, between the United-Kingdom and Norway. 0

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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

European Rivers

The multiple rivers flowing through Europe provide the perfect mode of transit for intimate travel experiences throughout various countries! River cruises also eliminate the stress of finding public transportation or driving. This brief overview of the Rhine, Rhone, Danube and Main rivers can help guide you in selecting your best river cruise option.

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: