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Embark on a journey through time in Amsterdam, where our 23 exclusive archaeological site visits offer an intimate glimpse into the rich tapestry of Dutch history for 2025. The capital's cobbled streets and winding waterways serve as gateways to stories etched in stone and soil, from the vibrant tulip fields of Keukenhof Gardens to the storied windmills dotting the landscape. On these tours, you'll encounter four UNESCO World Heritage sites, savor local delicacies, and meander through villages that seem lifted from a Vermeer painting. With prices starting at just $1,036, Adventure Life invites you to delve into Amsterdam's past with ease and elegance aboard luxurious river cruises like River Duchess or S.S. Antoinette. To weave your own narrative within this city's historic charm, contact one of Adventure Life’s tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Stroll along the canals of Dusseldorf
from $7,179
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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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Biking, Archaeological Site Visits, Wine Tasting, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, 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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Discover charming Heidelberg
from $7,390
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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky
  • Discover the charming Koblenz
  • Visit a Black Forest village
  • Discover the beauty of Strasbourg
  • Tour Heidelberg Castle
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the Emerald Sky, exploring Holland and Germany. Enjoy a canal tour in Amsterdam, visit iconic windmills, and experience cities like Cologne, Koblenz, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Freiburg.
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Cruise the rivers of Germany
from $7,990
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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore Freiburg’s historic center
  • Discover Strasbourg’s Old Town
  • Tour Heidelberg’s castle ruins
  • Wander Koblenz’s Old Town
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Join an 8-day cruise from Zurich to Amsterdam on the Emerald Sun, featuring a welcome dinner in Basel, guided tours, and a private concert at Bruchsal Palace. Experience the Rhine Gorge, visit Koblenz and Cologne, and enjoy a canal cruise or cycling tour in Amsterdam.
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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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Variable
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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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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Christmas Market Visits, Festival Visits
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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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Old city of Koblenz by night
from $9,390
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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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Cologne, Germany
from $9,390
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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Jewel
  • Stroll through Cologne
  • Enjoy Europe’s Rhine river
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Discover history of Heidelberg
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Variable
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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Explore Basel
from $4,699
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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Victoria
  • Tour the capital of Alsatian wines
  • Enjoy a visit the Romanesque cathed
  • Visit the Marksburg Castle
  • Walk through Strasbourg
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Amsterdam / Basel
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During this 8-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Victoria, cruise along the impressive Rhine River —Germany on one side, France on the other. Discover Alsace, whose dual French and German heritage has given it fabulous food and a winemaking tradition that goes back to the Romans.
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Visit beautiful and historic Strasbourg
from $8,790
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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Explore Amsterdam’s historic canals
  • Stroll Cologne’s Old Town
  • Discover Koblenz’s grand rivers
  • Marvel at castles along Rhine Gorge
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Amsterdam / Basel
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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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Explore the inspiring Amsterdam
from $4,139
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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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Enjoy the parks of Amsterdam
from $1,036
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Springtime in Holland

Antwerp to Amsterdam - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS La Boheme
  • Explore Antwerp’s old city
  • Experience a guided canal tour
  • Bike tour in Amsterdam
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Antwerp / Amsterdam
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Variable
Cruise through Belgium and the Netherlands on a 5-day cruise aboard MS La Boheme. Discover historic cities, enjoy guided tours or bike rides, and opt for excursions like Keukenhof Gardens and Zaanse Schans. Ideal for travelers wanting to experience classic European cities by river.
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Koblenz at night
from $10,590
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Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards

Amsterdam - Zurich - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky
  • Explore Utrecht's Oudegracht canal
  • Walk through Koblenz's
  • Stroll Bernkastel’s marketplace
  • Explore Mainz's Old Town
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards Cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich on Emerald Sky. Discover landscapes adorned along the Rhine & Moselle rivers. Begin in the Netherlands, and explore Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Kinderdijk. Continue to Koblenz where the rivers meet, and explore Moselle, Strasbourg, and Basel, Switzerland.
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Explore Cologne
from $11,590
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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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Trier
from $5,139
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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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Brilliant tulips growing near Amsterdam
from $11,590
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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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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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Urban Exploration
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Variable
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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Spring flowers in Mannheim
from $10,590
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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Jasper
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Discover the history of Heidelberg
  • Enjoy Europe’s Rhine river
  • Stroll through Cologne
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Variable
Experience an enriching 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel on the Scenic Jasper, 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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