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Select one of the below 70 best Basel trips for 2025 and 2026. Your local English-speaking guide will lead your small group or personalized private tour on an extraordinary adventure exploring . Our Basel trips for 2025 feature Wine Tasting, Biking, Hiking, Village Visits, and Christmas Market Visits, and start from $1,999 for trips of 5 to 18 days. Contact Adventure Life's Basel trip planning experts to start planning your next seamless trip.
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Grossmunster Cathedral, Zurich
from $5,699
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Enchanting Rhine

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima
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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.
  • Enjoy panoramic views of Zürich
  • Walk along Lucerne's famous streets
  • Visit the iconic Heidelberg Castle
  • Admire Amsterdam's beauty
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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
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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.
  • Discover Alsatian wine villages
  • Visit Marksburg Castle in Koblenz
  • Savor Rieslings at Castle Vollrads
  • Explore Cologne's historic center
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Historic old town Strasbourg
from $9,990
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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Ruby
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Experience an enriching 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel on the Scenic Ruby, 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.
  • Discover history of Heidelberg
  • Admire Cologne's cathedral
  • Wander Amsterdam’s canals
  • Cruise Europe’s beautiful rivers
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Stop in beautiful Basel, Switzerland
from $9,090
2for1
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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Crystal
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Experience an enriching 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel on the Scenic Crystal, 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.
  • Enjoy Europe’s Rhine river
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Stroll through Cologne
  • Discover the history of Heidelberg
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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $1,999
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Rhine Getaway

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises
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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.
  • Explore the village of Kinderdijk
  • View the sites of Rüdesheim
  • Discover the Speyer Cathedral
  • Visit resplendent churches
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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
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Basel / Amsterdam
Activities
Wine Tasting, Biking, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Local Market Visits
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Variable
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.
  • Explore Basel’s medieval charm
  • Discover Lucerne’s landmarks
  • Stroll Strasbourg’s streets
  • Taste Rudesheim’s coffee
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Explore the historic old town Koblenz
from $3,999
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Rhine Holiday Markets

Basel - Cologne - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette
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Basel / Cologne
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Spa Relaxation, Festival Visits
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Variable
Experience the holiday season on an 8-day Rhine Holiday Market river cruise from Basel to Cologne aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Discover Strasbourg, known as the "Capital of Christmas,". Sail through the romantic Rhine Valley, past historic castles and quaint villages. Each stop brings traditions, delightful excursions, and unforgettable memories.
  • Visit Basel’s Christmas Market
  • Tour to Doktorenhof vinegar estate
  • Savor mulled wine at Cologne
  • Walk through the Cologne Old Town
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Ehrenfels Castle on Rhine River near Rudesheim
from $3,149
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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Variable
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.
  • Explore Heidelberg's castle views
  • Savor Rudesheim's famed Riesling
  • Stroll Strasbourg's streets
  • Discover Breisach's scenic past
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Romantic evening light over Basel
from $7,990
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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn
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Zurich / Amsterdam
Activities
Cooking Classes
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Variable
Join an 8-day Rhine cruise from Zurich to Amsterdam on the Emerald Dawn, exploring Basel, Freiburg, Strasbourg, and historic cities like Heidelberg and Cologne. Finish your journey in Alkmaar, which is famous for its traditional cheese-making.
  • Explore Zurich's vibrant charm
  • Discover Freiburg's Black Forest
  • Wander Strasbourg's medieval street
  • Taste Koblenz’s Riesling wines
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View of Strasbourg city
from $4,139
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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella
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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.
  • See Strasbourg's Gothic Cathedral
  • Enjoy Heidelberg's natural beauty
  • Hike through Rüdesheim
  • Admire Amsterdam's canals
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market in Cologne
from $10,790
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Rhine Christmas Markets

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Jasper
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Basel / Amsterdam
Activities
Christmas Market Visits
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Variable
Experience a festive 8-day Rhine River cruise from Zurich to Amsterdam on the Scenic Jasper. Discover historic Christmas markets charming towns, and enjoy special traditions like glühwein and festive shopping.
  • Wander Freiburg’s old town
  • Stroll Strasbourg markets
  • Tour Cologne Cathedral
  • Explore Colmar markets
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Cruise the rivers of Germany
from $6,790
2for1
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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Variable
From Zurich to Amsterdam, the Emerald Sun invites you on this mesmerizing 8-day Rhine River cruise, visiting Basel, Breisach, Cologne, Heidelberg, Koblenz, Mannheim, and Strasbourg. Each day, you can choose how you'd like to explore each of these historic cities, with chances for hiking, biking, and walking tours.
  • Visit a Black Forest village
  • Visit Heidelberg Castle
  • Take a walk to Heidelberg
  • Ride a cable car in Koblenz
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Cochem
from $4,139
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Rhine & Moselle Splendors - Cruise Only

Luxembourg - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto
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Luxembourg / Basel
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amacerto. Discover Roman treasures, enchanting folklore, and cultural gems like Strasbourg and Schwetzingen Palace Gardens on this unforgettable journey.
  • Explore Cochem’s historic castle
  • Cruise Rhine Gorge’s beauty
  • Visit Heidelberg's treasure
  • Taste Rudesheim’s unique coffee
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Ice skating at a Christmas Market in Zurich
from $6,629
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima
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Embark on a 14-day cruise with 2 nights in Lucerne and Zurich aboard the MS Amaprima. From Amsterdam’s canals to Switzerland’s lakes, explore Europe’s enchanting Christmas markets, sip glühwein, and soak in the holiday magic.
  • Cruise the canals of Amsterdam
  • Browse Cologne´s Christmas market
  • Visit the historic Rüdesheim
  • Explore the streets of Lucerne
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Old city of Koblenz by night
from $7,990
2for1
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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn
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Amsterdam / Zurich
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich aboard the Emerald Dawn. Discover Alkmaar’s cheese traditions, Cologne’s Gothic cathedral, the Rhine Gorge’s castles, and the Black Forest’s culinary delights.
  • Explore Alkmaar's historic charm
  • Sail Rhine’s scenic landscapes
  • Stroll Dusseldorf's vibrant streets
  • Discover Cologne's Gothic cathedral
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Trier
from $4,939
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Rhine & Moselle Delights - Cruise Only

11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Begin this exclusive 11-day cruise in Basel and conclude in charming Amsterdam. This voyage includes a large variety of activities so that you can choose how you want to explore the wondrous delights of the Rhine and Moselle River regions.
  • Explore “La Petite France”
  • Bike along the Rhine River
  • Discover Porta Nigra's secrets
  • Enjoy the fairytale town of Cochem
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River through Koblenz Germany
from $2,300
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From Basel to Amsterdam: The Treasures of the Celebrated Rhine River

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Symphonie
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Variable
Explore the enchanting waterways of the Rhine River aboard the comfortable MS Symphonie. Discover a mix of nature and culture on this 8-day voyage from the Three Countries Bridge to Holland, with stops at the Gutenberg Museum, the Strasbourg wine-growing region, and the Rhine Falls, as well as Cologne, Mainz, and Xanten.
  • Visit the spectacular Rhine Falls
  • Enjoy a free morning in Breisach
  • Admire the wine-growing region
  • Explore the Gutenberg Museum
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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
from $6,729
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • Enjoy Europe's Christmas markets
  • Discover Strasbourgs charm
  • Marvel at Basels historic sites
  • Explore Lucerne's festive markets
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