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Cruise the rivers of Germany
from $4,845
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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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Western Church with water canal view in Amsterdam
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Tulip Time Cruise

Amsterdam to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • Explore classic Amsterdam
  • Sail through Rotterdam harbor
  • Visit the breathtaking Keukenhof
  • Discover Antwerp's diamond trade
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Amsterdam / Amsterdam
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The Avalon Panorama hosts this 8-day Tulip Time cruise along Amsterdam's elegant canals lined with homes dating back to the city’s “Golden Age.” Tour Keukenhof, dubbed "Europe's Garden," and the centuries-old diamond trading of Antwerp, then continue your exploration of Middelburg's astonishing historical structures.
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Church and Arch Bridge in Ghent, Belgium
from $3,877
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Northern European Culture & Charm

Amsterdam to Brussels - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Lafayette
  • Uncover Amsterdam’s unique sights
  • Discover The Hague’s courtyards
  • Taste Chocolate in Brussels
  • Discover Ghent’s medieval past
  • Stroll Bruges’ romantic canals
  • Visit iconic Dutch windmills
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Amsterdam / Brussels
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Embark on a 12-day Northern European cruise aboard MS Lafayette, exploring the Netherlands and Belgium. Sail from Amsterdam to Brussels with stops in Rotterdam, Antwerp, Ghent, and Bruges, discovering historic landmarks, scenic canals, and rich cultural traditions along the way.
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View of Strasbourg city
from $4,179
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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaStella
  • See Strasbourg's Gothic Cathedral
  • Enjoy Heidelberg's natural beauty
  • Hike through Rüdesheim
  • Admire Amsterdam's canals
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From Basel, Switzerland to Amsterdam, the Netherlands, this classic 8-day cruise of the Rhine & Moselle Rivers aboard the MS Amastella will take you through scenic wine country, where you can visit, hike, and tour the historic towns, museums, and canals of Breisach, Strasbourg, Manheim & Heidelberg, the castles of Rüdesheim, and Koblenz & Cologne.
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Ehrenfels Castle on Rhine River near Rudesheim
from $3,479
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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaLucia
  • Explore Heidelberg's castle views
  • Savor Rudesheim's famed Riesling
  • Stroll Strasbourg's streets
  • Discover Breisach's scenic past
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amalucia, exploring cities where rich history meets modern progress. Journey along the scenic Rhine, passing 40 castles, timeless traditions, and inspiring towns like Heidelberg, where Mark Twain wrote A Tramp Abroad.
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Vienna
from $4,849
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaLucia
  • Stroll Heidelberg's festive markets
  • Tour Cologne's historic Old Town
  • Explore Amsterdam's scenic canals
  • Sail the Rhine and visit Rudesheim
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Christmas Market Visits
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Sail the Rhine on an 8-day holiday cruise, exploring Europe’s most festive Christmas Markets from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amalucia. Sip gluhwein in Cologne, wander Strasbourg’s famed market, and witness Gengenbach’s giant Advent calendar.
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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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Hiking
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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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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $4,030
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Romantic Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision
  • Cruise Amsterdam’s canals
  • Bike ride in Cologne
  • Sail the Rhine Gorge
  • Taste Rüdesheim coffee
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Archaeological Site Visits
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Experience an 8-day Romantic Rhine cruise aboard Avalon Envision, sailing through Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland. Explore Amsterdam, Cologne, Rüdesheim, Ludwigshafen, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Breisach, with castles, cathedrals, and the Black Forest along the way.
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Bridge in Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Romantic Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon View
  • Guided walking tour in Amsterdam
  • See Cologne’s twin-steepled Gothic
  • Sail along Rhine Gorge
  • Discover Strasbourg’s Iconic Sights
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Biking, Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
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Experience an 8-day Rhine River cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard Avalon View. Explore Amsterdam canals, Cologne’s Gothic cathedral, Rhine Gorge castles, Rüdesheim vineyards, Heidelberg Castle, Strasbourg’s La Petite France, the Black Forest, and Basel’s city center. Optional guided excursions are available throughout the journey.
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Tulips bloom beneath a Dutch windmill in Keukenhof Gardens, Netherlands.
from $8,290
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Classic Cruise – Holland

Alkmaar - Delf - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Panache
  • Tour traditional windmills
  • Wander through Keukenhof Gardens
  • Visit historic St. Bavo’s Cathedral
  • Explore Royal Delft factory
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Alkmaar / Delft
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Local Market Visits
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Explore the beauty and culture of the Netherlands on a 7-day cruise from Alkmaar to Delft aboard the Panache. Cruise to Zaanse Schans, famous for its windmills and traditional Dutch architecture. Visit the vibrant Keukenhof Gardens near Haarlem, stroll cobbled streets lined with boutiques, and tour the world-renowned flower auction in Aalsmeer.
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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
from $7,259
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard AmaStella
  • Enjoy Europe's Christmas markets
  • Discover Strasbourgs charm
  • Marvel at Basels historic sites
  • Explore Lucerne's festive markets
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Sail the Rhine on a 14-day holiday cruise with stays in Amsterdam, Lucerne, and Zurich aboard the MS Amastella. Stroll Europe’s most enchanting Christmas Markets, from Cologne’s Gothic backdrop to Strasbourg’s festive charm and Gengenbach’s giant Advent calendar.
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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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