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Experience the Netherlands with our 10 diverse small ship cruises for 2025. Join us on a sailing journey through the stunning highlights of the Dutch countryside and beyond. From the charming canals of Amsterdam to the historic beauty of Heidelberg, immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of the region. Delight in activities like biking, hiking, village visits, and wine tasting as you sail along the picturesque Rhine river. Explore the past on walking tours, witness the beauty of Strasbourg, and discover the City of Literature. Engage in relaxed activities suitable for all travelers and capture unforgettable memories. Don't miss this opportunity to discover the jewels of the Rhine and the Best of Holland and Belgium. 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 $5,529
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Active & Discovery on the Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne

Amsterdam to Lucerne - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • See Dusseldorf’s architecture
  • Cruise the scenic Rhine Gorge
  • Explore Strasbourg grand cathedral
  • Tour medieval village of Burkheim
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Amsterdam / Lucerne
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Village Visits, Hiking, Biking, Kayaking, Small Ship Sailing
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Sail on a 10-day Rhine river cruise from Amsterdam to Lucerne on board Avalon Panorama. Explore Dusseldorf's avant-garde architecture and Old Town, and visit Koblenz and its stunning Rhine Gorge. Visit the grand cathedral and charming districts of Strasbourg, and enjoy a bike tour of the magical Black Forest in Breisach.
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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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Archaeological Site Visits
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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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Cochem town on the Mosel River, Germany
from $5,599
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The Rhine & Moselle (Northbound)

Basel - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Imagery II
  • Explore Black Forest village
  • Visit Strasbourg's Gothic cathedral
  • Discover Heidelberg Castle ruins
  • Taste wine in Bernkastel
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Wine Tasting, Land & Sea Exploration
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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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Budapest, the capital city of Hungary
from $11,999
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Ultimate European Journey

Amsterdam - Bucharest - 24 Day Itinerary aboard River Duchess
  • Visit to the Bamberg city on foot.
  • Tour the Nazi Party Rally Grounds.
  • Visit the beautiful Golubac castle
  • Visit to Dynasty Palace in Belgrade
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Amsterdam / Bucharest
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Embark on a 24-day cruise from Amsterdam to Bucharest aboard the River Duchess. Sail through eight nations, visit five capital cities, and explore UNESCO sites like Cologne Cathedral and the Rhine Valley.
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Romantic evening light over Basel
from $3,939
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena
  • Taste Kölsch beer
  • Visit Cologne Cathedral
  • Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
  • Discover Lake Lucerne
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Urban Exploration
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Discover fairytale castles, historic vineyards and the stunning remnant of a world frozen over with glaciers, Italy’s Lake Como, as part of this all-encompassing Rhine River cruise and land fantasy. Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history.
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