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Countries Visited:
France,
Germany,
Netherlands,
Switzerland,
Duration:
8 days
Style:
River/Small ship/Barge,
Travel Period:
November 2028 - December 2028
Overview
7-night from Amsterdam to Basel
Aglow with seasonal lights and holiday festivities, the legendary Rhine captivates those who glide along its waters. Experience the allure of France’s Alsace region in its welcoming capital, Strasbourg, and its priceless gem, Colmar. Fabled towns lost in time present you with the chance to taste local flavors—Rüdesheimer coffee and glühwein—and to touch history up close with guided walking tours and active excursions. From Amsterdam’s colorful canals to the majestic Swiss Alps, board your beautifully decorated ship and journey into the heart of the destinations you visit, experiencing the holiday spirit that comes alive on board and on shore along the Rhine during this Festive Delights river cruise.The details
What's included
- Board your luxurious ship in Amsterdam, where you’ll begin your journey through Europe’s best breweries.
- Step into centuries of history at Slot Zuylen, a castle first built around 1250 and shaped by generations that followed. A significant renovation in the mid-17th century transformed the castle. This, along with smaller changes over the centuries have created a rich tapestry of architectural styles, evident as you move through its rooms and corridors. Beyond the walls, the gardens offer a more peaceful, quieter retreat. Together, the castle and its gardens make Slot Zuylen a place where history feels layered, lived in, and very much alive.
- Immerse yourself in holiday cheer in Düsseldorf, a vibrant hub of German culture and architecture. Stroll the city on a guided walking tour and warm up with a festive tasting of Altbier, brewed using traditional techniques. For a holiday adventure, visit nearby Cologne and explore the enchanting Old Town, taking in landmarks like the historic Cologne Rathaus, the 12th-century Fishmarkt, and the majestic Great St. Martin Church.
- Enjoy the holiday season as you cruise through the enchanting UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge and arrive in the festive winemaking town of Rüdesheim. Delight in a wine tasting at the town’s iconic vineyards, soar above the holiday-lit hills on a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal, hike through sparkling vineyards, or join a guided bike tour along the scenic Rhine. Later, enjoy the magical sounds of Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet or savor a warming Rüdesheimer coffee, perfectly festive with brandy, coffee, and whipped cream.
- Celebrate the holiday season in Ludwigshafen with a choice of festive voyages: explore the medieval charm of Heidelberg and its iconic red sandstone castle, hike the panoramic Philosopher’s Path, visit the historic Romanesque cathedral in Speyer, or enjoy a scenic bike ride along the Neckar to the picturesque town of Ladenburg.
- Wander the festive streets of Strasbourg as you trammel down the fairytale streets of “La Petite France,” admire the Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame and its famous astronomical clock, or pedal through the festive charm of the city and Parc de l’Orangerie.
- Step into a storybook holiday in Breisach with a stroll through the enchanting 16th-century streets of Colmar, glimpse the charming replica of the Statue of Liberty, or enjoy the festive spirit of the Rhine countryside on a cycling or hiking adventure through the scenic Kaiserstuhl region.
- Begin your journey home
Start:Amsterdam, Netherlands
Finish:Basel, Switzerland
Finish:Basel, Switzerland
Type:Group tour (max 228)
Tripcode:
1261-2028
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Your itinerary
Day 1 - Amsterdam
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Day 2 - Amsterdam
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Day 3 - Düsseldorf
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Day 4 - Rüdesheim
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Day 5 - Ludwigshafen
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Day 6 - Strasbourg
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Day 7 - Breisach
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Day 8 - Basel
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AmaWaterways is an award‑winning luxury river cruise company renowned for delivering immersive, culturally rich journeys along Europe’s most iconic waterways and beyond. Founded by river cruise pioneers, AmaWaterways combines elegant ships, personalised service, fine regional cuisine, and curated shore excursions - often led by local experts - to create an enriching and relaxed travel experience designed for curious, discerning travellers.
7 nights from
$4,813
per person twin share*
Tripcode: 147305
Start:Amsterdam, Netherlands
Finish:Basel, Switzerland
Finish:Basel, Switzerland
Type:Group tour (max 228)
Tripcode:
147305
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