Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps - 7-NIGHT CRUISE
Day 1 :
ARRIVE IN AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS – EMBARKATION
Board the ship for your Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps cruise. (D)
Day 2 :
AMSTERDAM
There are 165 canals in Amsterdam, and you’ll get enjoy some of them on your canal cruise. Later in the day, set sail out of Amsterdam. (B,L,D)
Day 3 :
COLOGNE, GERMANY
Enjoy cruising to Cologne. Join a guided tour through the Old Town and explore the UNESCO-designated Cologne Cathedral, one of Germany’s most revered Gothic masterpieces. Continue to the Cologne Rathaus, Germany’s oldest town hall, plus see other local sights. For a different view, visit a local tavern to taste its famous Kölsch beer, only made in Cologne, and reibekuchen mit apfelmus, potato pancakes typically served with applesauce. Active adventurists will want to join a guided bike ride along the Rhine and through the historic Stadtgarten. (B,L,D)
Day 4 :
RHINE GORGE - RÜDESHEIM
Cruise through the captivating UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river before reaching the winemaking town of Rüdesheim. Join a wine tasting to discover the flavors of the town’s iconic vineyards. Or drink up the stunning views by soaring high above the vineyards with a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal. For a more active adventure, hike through the town’s beautiful vineyards or join a guided bike tour along the scenic Rhine River. Later in the day, let Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum charm you with its remarkable collection of self-playing musical instruments; or taste one of the town’s special delights, Rüdesheimer coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy, coffee and whipped cream. (B,L,D)
Day 5 :
LUDWIGSHAFEN
Ludwigshafen is your gateway to a choice of four excursions. Visit Heidelberg, the perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany’s Castle Road. Discover the iconic red sandstone Heidelberg Castle and Great Vat, an 18th-century, 49,000-gallon wine cask. For a more active adventure while in Heidelberg, join a guided hike up the Philosopher’s Path, aptly named during the Romantic Period, and enjoy panoramic views of the city. Alternatively, you can visit one of Germany’s oldest cities, Speyer, known for the largest Romanesque cathedral in Europe—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and the medieval Old Gate, Altpörtel. Or pedal along the river Neckar to the picturesque medieval city center of Ladenburg and enjoy some free time to explore the shops. (B,L,D)
Day 6 :
STRASBOURG, FRANCE
Strasbourg offers flavors of both France and Germany because of its borderline location. Enjoy a panoramic tour past the stunning Parc de l’Orangerie, the European Parliament and the Place de la République before walking through its iconic “La Petite France” district, lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. Wander through charming streets past the Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame with its famous astronomical clock. Alternatively, take a guided bike ride through the city and Parc de l’Orangerie. (B,L,D)
Day 7 :
BASEL, SWITZERLAND
Enjoy getting to know Basel, Switzerland’s third largest city. Long an important university, banking and trade center, Basel’s glorious past is still evident in its medieval town hall, richly decorated market square and exquisite 18th-century patrician homes. Tour the city by foot or on a guided bike tour that takes you through three countries: Switzerland, France and Germany. Alternatively, go on a full-day excursion to Lucerne, or opt for one of the morning excursions and visit Lucerne in the afternoon. With either Lucerne excursion, you’ll have the opportunity to see its Lion Monument – the figure of a dying lion carved into a hillside in memory of the Swiss Guards massacred during the French Revolution in 1792 – which Mark Twain described as “the most mournful and moving piece of stone in the world.” You’ll also see Lucerne’s spectacular medieval walls and towers, dating back to the 13th century. (B,L,D)
Day 8 :
BASEL, SWITZERLAND – DISEMBARKATION
Bid farewell to Basel and prepare for your flight home. (B)
(B - breakfast, L - lunch, D - dinner)
TOUR PRICES & DEPARTURE DATES:Click Here for BEST-BUY quote.
2023 SAILINGS
| EMBARK DATE | EMBARKATION CITY | DISEMBARKATION CITY | SHIP NAME | PRICES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,699 |
| May 8 | Basel | Amsterdam | AmaSerena | $3,799 |
| May 15 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,899 |
| May 22 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,899 |
| May 29 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,899 |
| June 5 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,899 |
| June 12 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,899 |
| June 19 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,899 |
| June 26 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,899 |
| July 3 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,899 |
| July 10 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,899 |
| July 17 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,899 |
| July 24 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,899 |
| July 31 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,899 |
| August 7 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,899 |
| August 14 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,899 |
| August 21 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,999 |
| August 28 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $4,099 |
| September 4 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $4,199 |
| September 11 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $4,199 |
| September 18 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $4,199 |
| September 25 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $4,199 |
| October 2 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $4,199 |
| October 9 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $4,099 |
| October 16 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,899 |
| October 23 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,799 |
| October 30 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,699 |
| November 6 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,599 |
| November 13 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,399 |
| November 20 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,299 |
| November 27 | Basel | Amsterdam | AmaMora | $3,399 |
| December 4 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,499 |
| December 11 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,499 |
| December 18 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,499 |
| December 25 | Basel | Amsterdam | AmaMora | $3,499 |
2024 SAILINGS
| EMBARK DATE | EMBARKATION CITY | DISEMBARKATION CITY | SHIP NAME | PRICES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 6 | Basel | Amsterdam | AmaSerena | $3,799 |
| May 13 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,899 |
| May 27 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,999 |
| June 3 | Basel | Amsterdam | AmaSerena | $3,999 |
| June 17 | Basel | Amsterdam | AmaSerena | $3,999 |
| June 24 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,999 |
| July 1 | Basel | Amsterdam | AmaSerena | $3,999 |
| July 8 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,999 |
| July 15 | Basel | Amsterdam | AmaSerena | $3,999 |
| July 22 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,999 |
| July 29 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,999 |
| August 5 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,999 |
| August 12 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,999 |
| August 19 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,999 |
| August 26 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $4,199 |
| September 2 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $4,299 |
| September 9 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $4,299 |
| September 16 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $4,299 |
| September 23 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $4,299 |
| September 30 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $4,299 |
| October 7 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $4,299 |
| October 14 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $4,199 |
| October 21 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,999 |
| October 28 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,899 |
| November 4 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,799 |
| November 11 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,699 |
| November 18 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,499 |
| November 25 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,599 |
| December 2 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,699 |
| December 9 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaSerena | $3,699 |
| December 16 | Amsterdam | Basel | AmaMora | $3,699 |
| December 23 | Basel | Amsterdam | AmaMora | $3,699 |
Note:
- Important: Dates, prices & itineraries are subject to change.
- Port Charges: $168 per person.
- Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of twin price; AA+ & Suites 100% of twin price. Please see terms below for details.
- Bedding: Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking. Option A: Two twin beds Option B: One large bed (larger than queen size).
Reservation:
- To reserve a spot please click here and fill in the reservation form.
Terms & Conditions:
- All rates are per person for cruise only, based on double occupancy in an entry level category stateroom unless stated otherwise. Offer is valid on select sailings only and applicable to new bookings only. Unless explicitly stated that single supplement is waived, solo travelers in a double occupancy stateroom must pay an additional single supplement amount before receiving any discounts. Ask about Solo Traveler promotions. Offer is not combinable with any other promotions/discounts, limited to availability, capacity controlled and subject to change or termination without notice. Port charges, land programs and round-trip airfare. Other restrictions apply. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California.
AMA-WATERWAYS
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