Top Switzerland Tours & Cruises in 2025

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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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Land & Sea Exploration

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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 $7,599

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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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Hiking, 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 $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

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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 $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 $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 $3,979

EBD $4000

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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella

• Savor wines in Rudesheim’s vineyard
• Cruise Amsterdam's scenic canals
• Explore Dusseldorf’s vibrant charm
• Wander Strasbourg’s Petite France

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Sail from Amsterdam to Basel on an 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard the MS Amastella, 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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from $4,039

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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena

• Visit Riquewihr
• Go to Freiburg
• Tour Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame
• Taste Rüdesheimer Coffee

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Enjoy an enchanting 7-night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam along the Rhine to magnificent cities and charming villages alike. You are bound to live timeless traditions on the MS Amasiena as you cruise down the Rhine River.

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from $4,039

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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena

• Taste Kölsch beer
• Visit Cologne Cathedral
• Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
• Discover Lake Lucerne

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Discover fairytale castles, historic vineyards and the stunning remnant of a world frozen over with glaciers, Italy’s Lake Como, as part of this all-encompassing Rhine River cruise and land fantasy. Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history.

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from $2,949

EBD $4000

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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia

• Take an Amsterdam canal tour
• Enjoy optional excursions
• Hike up the Philosopher's Path
• Explore Strasbourg

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Enjoy two days in Amsterdam, then embark on the MS Amalucia for an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, Switzerland, exploring the fascinating towns of Cologne, Rudesheim, Strasbourg, and Breisach along the Rhine River.

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from $4,349

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella

• Observe the house of Anne Frank
• Visit Cologne's Christmas Market
• Enjoy a wine tasting in Rüdesheim
• Tour one of Germany’s oldest cities

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Explore the most beloved Christmas markets along the romantic Rhine River on this 8-day cruise aboard the MS Amastella. As you explore four different countries, have a choice of excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, hikes and Limited Edition tours.

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from $4,151

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Romantic Rhine (Northbound)

Basel to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision

• Discover Germany’s Black Forest
• Cruise Amsterdam’s canals
• Visit La Petite France district
• Explore Mainz' architecture

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Sail the 8-day Romantic Rhine River Cruise (Northbound) aboard Avalon Envision from Switzerland to Holland, visiting France and Germany along the way, with guided tours of historic cities, scenic sailing, and cultural highlights.

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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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Archaeological Site Visits

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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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Romantic Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon View

• Guided walking tour in Amsterdam
• See Cologne’s twin-steepled Gothic
• Sail along Rhine Gorge
• Discover Strasbourg’s Iconic Sights

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Wine Tasting, Biking, Village Visits, Urban Exploration

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Experience an 8-day Rhine River cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard Avalon View. Explore Amsterdam canals, Cologne’s Gothic cathedral, Rhine Gorge castles, Rüdesheim vineyards, Heidelberg Castle, Strasbourg’s La Petite France, the Black Forest, and Basel’s city center. Optional guided excursions are available throughout the journey.

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from $6,829

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena

• Visit Zaanse Schanse
• Ride a bike along the Rhine
• Enjoy Christmas traditions
• Explore Speyer

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This 14-day Christmas Markets cruise on the Rhine aboard the MS Amasiena starts with 2 nights in Amsterdam, followed by a 7-night cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, 2 nights in Lucerne, and ends with 2 nights in Zürich. Imagine a 14-days full of timeless European holiday memories!

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from $5,899

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Enchanting Rhine

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena

• Visit Old Town in Zurich
• Stroll along Chapel Bridge
• Explore Black Forest
• Discover La Petite France district

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This 12-day exploration of the Rhine Valley starts with two nights in both Zurich and Lucerne, Switzerland before departing on an enchanting 7-night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam, aboard the MS Amasiena. As you cruise the Rhine River, you'll stop in the historic towns of Breisach, Strasbourg, Ludwigshafen, Rudesheim, and Cologne.

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from $4,139

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena

• Visit Cologne Cathedral
• Ride a bike along the Rhine
• Go to a wine tasting in Rudesheim
• Wander along Hauptstrasse

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Enjoy timeless traditions handed down through the centuries on your 8-day Christmas Markets adventure aboard the MS Amasiena. From Amsterdam to Basel, delight in all the glory of the season in grand European style as you cruise along the Rhine.

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from $3,830

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Romantic Rhine: Amsterdam to Basel

Southbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Vista

• Join a Black Forest excursion
• Visit Cologne Cathedral
• Tour Mechanical Musical Museum
• Enjoy a bike ride in Cologne

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Amsterdam / Basel

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From the cultural powerhouse of Amsterdam to the storybook village of Rüdesheim, the Romantic Rhine mesmerizes in its spectacular beauty. Come see the dramatic Rhine Gorge and explore Cologne’s famed cathedral during this 8-day cruise aboard the Avalon Vista.

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