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Amsterdam is known for its citizens' love for bikes!
from $16,890
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Romantic Rhine & Moselle

Zurich - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Ruby
  • Tour Strasbourg’s Grand Ile
  • Explore Colmar medieval houses
  • Admire Rudesheim vineyards
  • Roam Cochem’s cobbled lanes
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Experience a 15-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam on the Scenic Ruby, exploring the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Discover charming medieval villages and stunning landscapes shaped by centuries of folklore and rich traditions.
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Visit beautiful and historic Strasbourg
from $5,179
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps

13 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSerena
  • Discover Amsterdam’s charming canal
  • Explore Cologne’s historic treasure
  • Cruise Rhine Gorge’s castles
  • Visit Rudesheim’s scenic vineyards
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Sail aboard the MS Amaserena on a 13-day cruise through Europe, featuring Amsterdam’s canals, Germany’s Rhine Gorge castles, France’s Alsace charm, and Italy’s glamorous Lake Como. Explore five countries and iconic landmarks.
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Ehrenfels Castle on Rhine River near Rudesheim
from $4,149
$2500
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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaViola
  • Cruise Amsterdam’s scenic canals
  • Discover Cologne’s Gothic beauty
  • Explore Dusseldorf’s vibrant charm
  • Sail the Rhine Gorge’s epic views
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amaviola, where picturesque vineyards and historic castles await. Discover charming towns like Strasbourg and Colmar, from Rudesheimer coffee to German beer, while enjoying local flavors.
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Strasbourg
from $3,179
$2500
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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSiena
  • Take an Amsterdam canal tour
  • Enjoy bike tours and wine tastings
  • Hike up the Philosopher's Path
  • Join a panoramic tour of Strasbourg
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Variable
Sail from Amsterdam to Basel on an 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard the MS Amasiena, passing vineyard-clad hills and fairytale castles. Explore charming towns, savor local flavors, and experience the beauty of Alsace, the Black Forest, and beyond.
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Vienna
from $4,849
$2500
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaLucia
  • Stroll Heidelberg's festive markets
  • Tour Cologne's historic Old Town
  • Explore Amsterdam's scenic canals
  • Sail the Rhine and visit Rudesheim
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Hiking
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Variable
Sail the Rhine on an 8-day holiday cruise, exploring Europe’s most festive Christmas Markets from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amalucia. Sip gluhwein in Cologne, wander Strasbourg’s famed market, and witness Gengenbach’s giant Advent calendar.
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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
from $4,749
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaCerto
  • Explore Amsterdam’s scenic canals
  • Discover Cologne’s Old Town
  • Cruise Rhine Gorge’s castles
  • Savor Dusseldorf’s crisp Altbier
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard MS Amacerto, exploring Europe's most enchanting Christmas Markets. From Cologne's Gothic cathedral to Strasbourg's festive charm and Gengenbach's giant Advent calendar, embrace the season's magic along the Rhine River.
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Basel at Christmas, Switzerland
from $4,851
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Christmastime on the Romantic Rhine

Basel to Frankfurt - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon View
  • Tour the majestic Black Forest
  • Explore Strasbourg Cathedral
  • Taste treats at Chocolate Museum
  • Tour the Gutenberg Museum
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Basel / Frankfurt
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Variable
Experience an 8-day Christmastime on the Romantic Rhine cruise from Basel to Frankfurt aboard the Avalon View. Visit festive markets in Strasbourg, Heidelberg, and Cologne. Sail through the stunning Rhine Gorge and enjoy traditional treats and historical sites on this holiday river journey through Switzerland, France, and Germany.
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market in Cologne
from $6,229
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Christmastime on the Romantic Rhine

Basel to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon View
  • Explore the magical Black Forest
  • Visit Strasbourg's cathedral
  • Tour historic Heidelberg Castle
  • Cruise Amsterdam's iconic canals
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting, Village Visits, Christmas Market Visits
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Christmastime on the Romantic Rhine cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the Avalon View. You visit festive markets in Germany, France, and Holland; discover the Black Forest, explore Strasbourg’s Gothic cathedral, see Heidelberg Castle, and sail the scenic Rhine Gorge before enjoying a canal cruise in Amsterdam.
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Cologne, Germany
from $7,159
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Captivating Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard AmaPrima
  • Explore Heidelberg’s medieval charm
  • Wander Strasbourg’s storybook lanes
  • Discover Colmar’s colorful beauty
  • Hike in the mystical Black Forest
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Sail the legendary Rhine on a 14-day cruise with stays in Lucerne and Zurich aboard the MS Amaprima. From Amsterdam’s canals to the Swiss Alps, explore vineyard-clad hills, fairytale towns, and historic cities along this enchanting river.
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Explore quaint towns along the Rhine
from $11,890
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Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards

Zurich - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore Colmar’s medieval lanes
  • Admire Strasbourg’s quaint canals
  • Tour Mainz’s grand cathedral
  • Wander Bernkastel’s old town
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Experience an 11-day river cruise on the Emerald Sun, exploring scenic vineyards, historic castles, and charming villages along the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Starting in Basel, Switzerland, visit major cities like Strasbourg, Koblenz, Utrecht, and Amsterdam, as well as the UNESCO-listed Kinderdijk windmills.
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Historic Zurich with River Limmat, Switzerland
from $10,260
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Zurich - Lucerne & Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore Zurich Romanesque Cathedral
  • Visit Lucerne Chapel Bridge
  • Taste Strasbourg culinary specials
  • Walk Koblenz German Corner
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Set off on an 11-day cruise on the Emerald Sun through the Netherlands, France, and Germany, exploring charming cities, traditional cheese-making, and scenic vineyards. Enjoy regional delights, relax in Baden-Baden, and finish your journey with stays in Zurich and Lucerne.
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Stroll along the canals of Dusseldorf
from $6,150
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Active & Discovery on the Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne

Amsterdam to Lucerne - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • Explore Amsterdam canals by kayak
  • Discover Dusseldorf Old Town
  • Sail the Rhine Gorge castles
  • Taste Strasbourg Alsatian cuisine
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Amsterdam / Lucerne
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Biking, Kayaking
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Variable
Aboard Avalon Panorama, sail from Amsterdam to Lucerne on a 10-day Rhine cruise through Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland, including 2 nights in Lucerne. Explore Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Koblenz, the Rhine Gorge, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, the Black Forest, Basel, and Lucerne with Active & Discovery excursions.
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