Basel Archaeological Cruises

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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 $8,790

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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber

• Explore Amsterdam’s historic canals
• Stroll Cologne’s Old Town
• Discover Koblenz’s grand rivers
• Marvel at castles along Rhine Gorge

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Experience an 8-day Rhine River cruise on the Scenic Amber, exploring medieval towns, historic sites, and local traditions like wine tastings. Enjoy cycling, a scenic cruise through the Rhine Gorge, and exclusive concert access at Rastatt Palace.

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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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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 $8,900

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Amsterdam & Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Basel - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun

• Explore Amsterdam’s canals
• Wander Alkmaar’s medieval lanes
• Discover Dusseldorf’s riverside
• Stroll Cologne’s Gothic Old Town

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Experience a 10-day river cruise on the Emerald Sun, starting with two nights in Amsterdam, then explore historic cities like Cologne, Koblenz, and Strasbourg, and visit Freiburg near the Black Forest. Enjoy the stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage throughout your journey.

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from $2,799

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Christmas on the Rhine

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Discover Basel
• Explore Breisach
• Experience Strasbourg, France
• Explore Rüdesheim, Germany

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Amsterdam / Basel

Activities

Christmas Market Visits, Festival Visits

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Embark on an 8-day Christmas on the Rhine Cruise with Viking Cruises from Amsterdam to Basel. Experience festive charm in picturesque villages, savor holiday treats at vibrant stalls and revel in the Rhine Valley's joyful atmosphere, including Cologne's sparkling lights.

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from $11,015

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Jewels of the Rhine & Copenhagen

Copenhagen - Zurich - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun

• Explore Copenhagen’s royal landmark
• Discover Alkmaar’s medieval charm
• Stroll Dusseldorf’s Rhine promenade
• Sample Alsatian flavors

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Copenhagen / Zurich

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Experience an 11-day river cruise on the Emerald Sun, exploring Holland and the Rhine. Enjoy highlights like Amsterdam’s canals, Cologne’s history, Heidelberg’s charm, and Strasbourg's unique architecture amid stunning landscapes.

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from $9,280

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Swiss Splendors by Train with Romantic Rhine Cruise

Lake Geneva to Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Vista

• Ride trains through Zermatt
• Stroll Strasbourg’s Petite France
• Cruise Rhine Gorge Castles
• Glide Amsterdam’s Iconic Canals

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Lucerne / Amsterdam

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Archaeological Site Visits, Wine Tasting, Village Visits, Biking, Land & Sea Exploration, Urban Exploration

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Experience a 15-day journey from Geneva to Amsterdam aboard Avalon Vista. Travel by train through Zermatt, Interlaken, and Lucerne before boarding your ship in Basel. Cruise along the Rhine, exploring the Black Forest, Strasbourg, Heidelberg, Mainz, Koblenz, Cologne, and Amsterdam. Experience mountain views, historic towns, and canal-lined streets.

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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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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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from $8,829

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Spectacular Switzerland with Romantic Rhine

Zurich to Amsterdam - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Vista

• Excursion to Jungfrau Mountain
• Visit Geneva’s Reformation Park
• Sail through the Rhine Gorge
• Cruise through Amsterdam’s canals

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Zurich / Amsterdam

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Hiking

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Variable

Travel from Zurich to Amsterdam on a 16-day journey combining Swiss guided tours with a river cruise aboard Avalon Vista. Explore Switzerland with visits to Geneva, Lucerne, & Grindelwald before embarking in Basel. Sail through the Black Forest, Strasbourg, Heidelberg, & the scenic Rhine Gorge, then explore Cologne before concluding in Amsterdam.

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from $5,279

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Rhine & Moselle Fairytales - Cruise Only

Amsterdam - Basel - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia

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

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Sail aboard the MS Amalucia on a 12-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 $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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Variable

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 $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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Variable

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 $14,290

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Vineyards, Chateaux & Bordeaux

Basel to Bordeaux - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Artistry II

• Sail the Rhine Gorge
• Discover Strasbourg & Heidelberg
• Explore Paris
• Explore Bordeaux vineyards & wines
• See Amsterdam golden age canals

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Basel / Bordeaux

Activities

Local Market Visits

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Experience a 22-day voyage aboard Avalon Artistry II, cruising Europe’s legendary rivers through Switzerland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Bordeaux. From the Rhine Gorge’s castles to Paris’s cultural treasures and Bordeaux’s famed vineyards, immerse yourself in guided tours, wine tastings, and châteaux visits.

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