Top Basel Tours & Cruises in 2025

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Rhine & Moselle Fairytales - Cruise Only

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Admire Amsterdam's famous canals
• Discover Cologne's Gothic cathedral
• Bike along the Moselle River
• Enjoy views of the Neckar Valley

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Board the MS Amaprima for an 11-night cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich. Enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours and in many cases, choose between excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, hikes, and wine & beer tastings. Visit historic medieval towns of Germany, France, and the Netherlands, highlighted by castles & other landmarks.

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from $5,399

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Rhine & Moselle Fairytales - Cruise Only

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena

• Cruise to Cologne
• Bike along the Rhine
• Explore the Bundesbank Bunker
• Visit Rüdesheim

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Enjoy a 12-day voyage on the Rhine River! Pages from fairytales come to life as you find inspiration along the fabled castle-laden Rhine and its breathtaking tributary, the Moselle

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from $5,899

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Enchanting Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaviola

• Explore Cologne’s Old Town
• Experience Dusseldorf, a city rich
• Enjoy Dutch specialties
• Visit Heidelberg’s historic sites

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Embark on a 12-day cruise with stays in Zurich and Lucerne 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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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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Hiking, Wine Tasting, Biking, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Urban Exploration

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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 $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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from $11,190

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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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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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from $9,990

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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Ruby

• Discover history of Heidelberg
• Admire Cologne's cathedral
• Wander Amsterdam’s canals
• Cruise Europe’s beautiful rivers

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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.

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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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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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from $7,879

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Rhine & Moselle Splendors

Paris - Zurich - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Walk through the glamorous Paris
• Discover historical Luxembourg
• View the famous Porta Nigra gate
• Visit Heidelberg medieval city

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Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the MS Amaprima, with 2 nights in Lucerne and Zurich. Cruise the enchanting Rhine and Moselle, visiting fairytale villages like Cochem and Bernkastel, and exploring cultural treasures in Trier and Strasbourg.

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from $5,959

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Captivating Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena

• Join a bike ride along the Rhine
• Taste Rüdesheimer Coffee
• Discover Heidelberg Castle
• Explore the Black Forest

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Enjoy a 14-day Rhine River cruise aboard the MS Amasiena! From Amsterdam to Basel, journey into the heart of the destinations you visit. Then enjoy two days in Lucerne and two days in Zurich. Along the way, you can bike ride along the Rhine, taste Rüdesheimer Coffee, discover Heidelberg Castle, and explore the Black Forest.

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from $7,869

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Rhine & Moselle Fairytales

18 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia

• Discover Cologne's Old Town
• Visit Lahneck Castle in Lahnstein
• Explore Amsterdam’s scenic canals
• Uncover Trier’s Roman past

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Sail aboard the MS Amalucia on an 18-day cruise through the legendary Rhine and Moselle, where fairytale castles, dramatic vineyards, and charming medieval towns await. Explore Strasbourg, Trier, and Koblenz, marvel at Roman relics, and savor world-class wines in this enchanting adventure.

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from $7,199

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Captivating Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella

• Walk Dusseldorfs charming streets
• Explore Heidelbergs grand castle
• Discover Strasbourgs charm
• Sail through the Rhine Gorge

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Sail the legendary Rhine on a 14-day cruise with stays in Amsterdam, Lucerne, and Zurich. Explore vineyard-lined hills, storybook towns, and the charm of Alsace, ending with the stunning Swiss Alps.

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from $6,829

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Captivating Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaviola

• Join a guided bike tour
• Visit Speyer
• Enjoy Parc de l’Orangerie
• Explore the Black Forest

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From Amsterdam’s colorful canals to the majestic Swiss Alps, enjoy a 14-day exploration of the Rhine Valley, starting with two days in Amsterdam followed by 7 nights aboard the MS Amaviola, and concluding with four nights in Switzerland between Lucerne and Zurich. Sample the local brews of beer and coffee with chances to hike and bike as well!

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from $5,859

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Captivating Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia

• Taste wines in Rudesheim’s vineyard
• Bike through charming Strasbourg
• Explore Dusseldorf’s vibrant street
• Wander Colmar’s fairytale alleys

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Amsterdam / Zurich

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Sail the legendary Rhine on this 14-day river cruise aboard the MS Amalucia, where vineyard-clad hills and fairy-tale castles set the scene. Explore charming Alsace, historic German towns, and Amsterdam’s canals, savoring local flavors and unforgettable landscapes.

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from $7,159

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia

• Enjoy Zurich's Christmas markets
• Stroll Heidelberg's festive markets
• Tour Cologne's historic Old Town
• Explore Amsterdam's scenic canals

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Amsterdam / Zurich

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Festival Visits

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Sail the Rhine on a 14-day holiday cruise, exploring Europe’s most festive Christmas Markets from Amsterdam to Zurich aboard the MS Amalucia. Sip gluhwein in Cologne, wander Strasbourg’s famed market, and witness Gengenbach’s giant Advent calendar.

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from $6,909

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaviola

• Explore castles in the Rhine Gorge
• Cruise scenic canals in Amsterdam
• Stroll Heidelberg’s Market
• Discover Cologne’s festive markets

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Amsterdam / Zurich

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Land & Sea Exploration, Christmas Market Visits

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Embark on a 14-day cruise with stays in Amsterdam, Lucerne, and Zurich aboard the MS Amaviola, savoring Europe's festive Christmas Markets. Enjoy Gluhwein in Cologne, marvel at Strasbourg's historic market, and witness Gengenbach's giant Advent calendar revealing art daily at 6 PM.

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from $7,599

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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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Local Market Visits

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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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from $8,309

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Rhine & Moselle Fairytales

18 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena

• Cruise to Cologne
• Join a guided bike ride
• Explore the Bundesbank Bunker
• Cruise through the Rhine Gorge

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Experience an 18-day river cruise of the Rhine and Moselle aboard the luxurious Amaserena. Explore Strasbourg, Riquewihr, Cochem, Bernkastel, canals, glistening lakes, hilltop towns, the majestic Alps, mighty fortresses and storied castles. Did we mention exquisite French wines and traditional German beer?

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