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Venture with Adventure Life to the majestic city of Basel, Switzerland on one of these 54 extraordinary hiking trips for 2026 and 2027. From its iconic Old Town to its vibrant culture, Basel promises a unique blend of ancient and modern. But the real beauty of this destination lies outside the city limits. Embark on breathtaking hikes through lush green meadows, or explore mountain trails surrounded by towering peaks. As you traverse through the countryside, discover hidden gems like historic castles and picturesque villages tucked away in valleys. Every step reveals a new landscape awaiting exploration! Our Basel hiking trips start at $2,949 for adventures of 8 to 18 days. Adventure Life ensures your safety, comfort, and enjoyment while allowing you to make meaningful connections with locals throughout your journey. So lace up your boots and let's explore this enchanting corner of Switzerland together! Contact one of our tour specialists today to plan your seamless trip.
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Explore the inspiring Amsterdam
from $4,049
EBD $4000
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Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena
  • Explore Basel’s medieval charm
  • Discover Lucerne’s landmarks
  • Stroll Strasbourg’s streets
  • Taste Rudesheim’s coffee
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Basel / Amsterdam
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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.
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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
  • Discover Alsatian wine villages
  • Visit Marksburg Castle in Koblenz
  • Savor Rieslings at Castle Vollrads
  • Explore Cologne's historic center
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Basel / Amsterdam
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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.
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Ehrenfels Castle on Rhine River near Rudesheim
from $2,979
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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia
  • Explore Heidelberg's castle views
  • Savor Rudesheim's famed Riesling
  • Stroll Strasbourg's streets
  • Discover Breisach's scenic past
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Basel / Amsterdam
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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.
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Grossmunster Cathedral, Zurich
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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Stroll through charming Strasbourg
from $8,790
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The Majestic Rhine

Zurich to Frankfurt - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Cruise Strasbourg by canal
  • Visit Heidelberg Castle ruins
  • Ride Koblenz cable car
  • See Rudesheim music museum
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Zurich / Frankfurt
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Wine Tasting, Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Cruise through Germany and France on this 8-day Rhine River cruise from Zurich to Frankfurt aboard Emerald Sun. Walk cobblestone lanes in Colmar, explore Strasbourg by canal, visit Heidelberg Castle, and tour the fortress city of Koblenz. Enjoy bike rides, guided hikes, and regional cultural experiences along the way.
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Old city of Koblenz by night
from $9,190
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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna
  • Discover Freiburg’s Black Forest
  • Cycle Breisach’s scenic paths
  • Enjoy Strasbourg’s medieval allure
  • Tour Heidelberg’s literary landmark
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise on the Emerald Luna, starting in Basel and sailing through historic cities like Freiburg, Strasbourg, and Cologne. Experience the blend of culture, history, and beauty across Switzerland, Germany, and the Netherlands.
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View of Strasbourg city
from $4,179
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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella
  • See Strasbourg's Gothic Cathedral
  • Enjoy Heidelberg's natural beauty
  • Hike through Rüdesheim
  • Admire Amsterdam's canals
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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.
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Cochem
from $4,349
$2500
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Rhine & Moselle Splendors - Cruise Only

Luxembourg - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto
  • Explore Cochem’s historic castle
  • Cruise Rhine Gorge’s beauty
  • Visit Heidelberg's treasure
  • Taste Rudesheim’s unique coffee
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Luxembourg / Basel
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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.
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Brilliant tulips growing near Amsterdam
from $4,030
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Romantic Rhine (Northbound)

Basel to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon View
  • Black Forest excursion
  • Strasbourg cathedral visit
  • Heidelberg castle tour
  • Rhine Gorge sailing
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Biking, Hiking, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
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Variable
Set sail on an 8-day Rhine River cruise, traveling from Basel to Amsterdam aboard Avalon View. Explore Germany’s Black Forest, Strasbourg’s Gothic cathedral, and Heidelberg Castle. Walk through Mainz, sail the Rhine Gorge past ancient castles, and visit Cologne’s cathedral before ending among Amsterdam’s canals.
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Stroll along the canals of Dusseldorf
from $5,950
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Active & Discovery on the Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne

Amsterdam to Lucerne - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • See Dusseldorf’s architecture
  • Cruise the scenic Rhine Gorge
  • Explore Strasbourg grand cathedral
  • Tour medieval village of Burkheim
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Amsterdam / Lucerne
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Kayaking
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Sail on a 10-day Rhine river cruise from Amsterdam to Lucerne on board Avalon Panorama. Explore Dusseldorf's avant-garde architecture and Old Town, and visit Koblenz and its stunning Rhine Gorge. Visit the grand cathedral and charming districts of Strasbourg, and enjoy a bike tour of the magical Black Forest in Breisach.
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Ice skating at a Christmas Market in Zurich
from $7,159
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima
  • Cruise the canals of Amsterdam
  • Browse Cologne´s Christmas market
  • Visit the historic Rüdesheim
  • Explore the streets of Lucerne
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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.
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Koblenz at night
from $8,900
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Jewels of the Rhine & Amsterdam

Basel - Amsterdam - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn
  • Cycle Breisach’s riverside trails
  • Discover Strasbourg medieval charm
  • Explore Heidelberg’s castle ruins
  • Wander Koblenz’s cobbled streets
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Experience a 10-day river cruise on the Emerald Dawn, starting in Germany's Black Forest and exploring towns like Strasbourg and Cologne, along with wine tastings and scenic views of Dutch windmills. Conclude your journey in Amsterdam with a two-night hotel stay to discover its cultural landmarks and vibrant atmosphere.
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Old city of Koblenz by night
from $7,990
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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn
  • Explore Alkmaar's historic charm
  • Sail Rhine’s scenic landscapes
  • Stroll Dusseldorf's vibrant streets
  • Discover Cologne's Gothic cathedral
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Amsterdam / Zurich
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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.
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Explore the historic old town Koblenz
from $8,499
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Rhine, Moselle & Belgium Grand Discovery

Basel to Brussels - 15 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Victoria
  • Hike Mount Rigi Trails
  • Taste Riesling in Rüdesheim
  • Discover Roman Trier Ruins
  • Tour Chocolate Nation Museum
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Basel / Brussels
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Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Spa Relaxation
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Variable
Experience a 15-day cruise from Basel to Brussels aboard S.S. Victoria. Visit historic towns, sample regional wines and cuisine, explore Roman ruins, and stroll charming old towns. Discover cultural landmarks in Strasbourg, Cologne, Luxembourg, Antwerp, and more on this immersive journey through Western Europe.
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Bridge in Amsterdam, Netherlands
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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Trier
from $5,259
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Rhine & Moselle Delights - Cruise Only

11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima
  • Explore “La Petite France”
  • Bike along the Rhine River
  • Discover Porta Nigra's secrets
  • Enjoy the fairytale town of Cochem
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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.
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Trier
from $5,259
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Rhine & Moselle Delights - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto
  • Explore Basel’s historic charm
  • Discover Riquewihr’s medieval charm
  • Tour Strasbourg’s vibrant canals
  • Visit Rudesheim’s scenic vineyards
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise along the Rhine and Moselle, exploring Switzerland, Germany, France, and the Netherlands. Discover charming villages, UNESCO treasures, and enjoy hikes, bike rides, and scenic gondola views.
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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
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, Christmas Market Visits
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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.
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