Netherlands Urban Exploration Cruises

from $5,709

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Enchanting Rhine

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Enjoy panoramic views of Zürich
• Walk along Lucerne's famous streets
• Visit the iconic Heidelberg Castle
• Admire Amsterdam's beauty

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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.

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from $1,786

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Cruise on the IJsselmeer, one of Holland's treasures

Roundtrip Amsterdam - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MS Lafayette

• Experience Dutch biking adventures
• Discover Enkhuizen heritage
• Visit Alkmaar Cheese Museum
• Stroll Keukenhof Gardens

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Amsterdam / Amsterdam

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Fishing

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Discover the beauty of Holland on a 6-day cruise through its canals, the cheese museum, the mills of the seventeenth century, old fishing ports, and the village of Giethoorn. The Keukenhof Gardens, a true haven of peace, are considered the most beautiful floral gardens in the world.

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from $1,391

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Cruise on the IJsselmeer, one of Holland's treasures

Amsterdam Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MS Mona Lisa

• Join Amsterdam city walking tour
• Join Giethoorn canal boat ride
• Cruise across IJsselmeer lake
• Discover traditional Dutch houses

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Amsterdam / Amsterdam

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Embark on a 6-day cruise through the Netherlands aboard the MS Mona Lisa. Start in Amsterdam, sail across the IJsselmeer and Markermeer, and visit Lemmer, Enkhuizen, and Hoorn. Discover Giethoorn by boat, explore Alkmaar’s cheese traditions, enjoy Keukenhof Gardens or Volendam and Zaanse Schans.

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from $1,216

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Springtime in Holland

Amsterdam to Antwerp - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Gérard Schmitter

• Visit a renowned diamond merchant
• Explore the Keukenhof Gardens
• Tour the canals of Amsterdam
• Discover Zaanse Schans

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Board the MS Gerard Schmitter for this 5-day Holland river 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 with a full slate of activities.

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from $4,030

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Tulip Time Cruise

Roundtrip Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision

• Amsterdam canal cruise views
• See Keukenhof’s spring gardens
• See Ghent’s medieval city treasures
• Middelburg’s spice-trade history
• Tour Veere’s charming harbor town

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Amsterdam / Amsterdam

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Enjoy an 8-day river cruise from Amsterdam aboard the Avalon Envision. Explore historic cities, Keukenhof's vast gardens, and architectural highlights in Antwerp, Ghent, and Middelburg.

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from $3,649

EBD $4000

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Tulip Time Cruise - Cruise Only

Roundtrip Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia

• Stroll Keukenhof’s colorful gardens
• Explore Giethoorn’s charming canals
• Discover Zierikzee’s harbor
• Visit Bruges’ historic sites

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Amsterdam / Amsterdam

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Festival Visits

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Set sail on an 8-day spring cruise from Amsterdam aboard the MS Amalucia, exploring the blooming Keukenhof Gardens, Floralia, and Kinderdijk’s iconic windmills. Savor Belgian chocolates, waffles, and cheeses while discovering the charm of Bruges, Ghent, and Delft.

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from $1,036

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Springtime in Holland

Amsterdam to Antwerp - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS La Boheme

• Bike ride in Amsterdam
• Cruise to Wijk bij Duurstede
• Walk through Antwerp’s old town

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Embark on a 5-day cruise through the Netherlands and Belgium aboard MS La Boheme. Start in Amsterdam and end in Antwerp while visiting Wijk bij Duurstede and Rotterdam. Enjoy full board, onboard entertainment, and guided city experiences. Travel by river for a relaxed, scenic way to see the region.

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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

Starts / Ends

Antwerp / Amsterdam

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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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from $3,807

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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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from $2,314

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Holland and the Romantic Rhine Valley

Amsterdam-Strasbourg - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Gérard Schmitter

• Tour Amsterdam
• Walk Cologne’s old town
• Hike Rüdesheim vineyards
• Cruise scenic Romantic Rhine

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Amsterdam / Strasbourg

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On this 7-day cruise of Holland and the romantic Rhine Valley aboard MS Gérard Schmitter, tour Amsterdam’s historic center or bike the city. Cruise the Romantic Rhine, explore vineyards, and enjoy guided or active excursions.

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from $4,499

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Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland

Amsterdam to Basel - 11 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette

• Walk Cologne’s Old Town
• Discover Strasbourg’s history
• Hike in Oberwesel
• Visit historic Nijmegen

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Cruise the Rhine River from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the S.S. Antoinette on an 11-day European cruise. Visit Harlingen, Nijmegen, Cologne, Oberwesel, Mainz, Speyer, Strasbourg, and Basel. Discover historic towns, Romanesque churches, medieval castles, and local culture through walking tours, tastings, and guided excursions.

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from $8,390

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Tulips & the Rhine

Amsterdam to Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna

• Visit Keukenhof Tulip Gardens
• Tour Strasbourg Neustadt District
• Explore Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
• Bike Around Breisach

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Amsterdam / Zurich

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Hiking, Wildlife Viewing

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Set sail on the Rhine River on an 8-day Emerald Luna cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich. Explore tulip gardens, medieval towns, and cultural landmarks across the Netherlands, Germany, and Switzerland. Enjoy guided tours, excursions, and scenic cruising for a complete experience of the Rhine’s historic and picturesque waterways.

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from $5,396

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Reflections on the Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Imagery II

• Explore Amsterdam’s canals
• Discover Nijmegen’s Roman ruins
• Taste Rüdesheim wines
• Visit Strasbourg’s La Petite France

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Archaeological Site Visits

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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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from $3,951

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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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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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from $3,930

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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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Village Visits, Urban Exploration, Biking, Wine Tasting

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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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from $7,259

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS 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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from $2,199

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Rhine Getaway

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Explore the village of Kinderdijk
• View the sites of Rüdesheim
• Discover the Speyer Cathedral
• Visit resplendent churches

Starts / Ends

Amsterdam / Basel

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Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine, during this 8-day voyage. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From Amsterdam to Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.

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from $8,790

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny

• Amsterdam Canal Boat Ride
• Cologne Cathedral Market Visit
• Strasbourg Grande Ile Tour
• Ravenna Viaduct Christmas Market

Starts / Ends

Zurich / Amsterdam

Activities

Christmas Market Visits, Local Market Visits

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Sail from Zurich to Amsterdam on an 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard Emerald Destiny. Visit traditional Christmas markets in Cologne, Heidelberg, and Strasbourg. Discover historic landmarks, learn local holiday customs, and stroll through medieval towns lit up for the season. Enjoy guided tours, festive treats, and seasonal activities throughout.

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