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11 Night Enchanting Rhine and Land Tour

From Zurich to Amsterdam

AmaViola

AMA Waterways
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 6176747
  • Departs: Sat, May 3, 2025
  • Returns: Sat, May 10, 2025
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    Itinerary Summary

    Tour Features and Highlights

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Apr 29, 2025
    Day
    1
    Zurich, Switzerland
    • Zurich, Switzerland
    Arrive in Zurich and check into your hotel.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Apr 30, 2025
    Day
    2
    Zurich, Switzerland
    • Zurich, Switzerland
    Zurich seamlessly blends its historic past with its progressive future-all of which will be on full display during your city tour. (B)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - May 1, 2025
    Day
    3
    Zurich, Switzerland
    • Zurich, Switzerland
    • Bus Travel
    • Lucerne, Switzerland
    Check out of your hotel and transfer to Lake Lucerne, where you'll enjoy a cruise across its tranquil waters. As part of your included excursion, you will ascend a picturesque mountain on a cable car ride, Mount Rigi, known as the "Queen of the Mountains". Take in breathtaking views of the city and surrounding landscape below. Later, check into your hotel. (B) ...
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    Friday - May 2, 2025
    Day
    4
    Lucerne, Switzerland
    • Lucerne, Switzerland
    Discover Lake Lucerne's unrivaled beauty on a walking tour that includes the spectacular medieval walls and towers, dating back to the 13th century. (B)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - May 3, 2025
    Day
    5
    Lucerne, Switzerland
    • Lucerne, Switzerland
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 5 - Saturday - May 3, 2025
    Day
    5
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    Check out of your hotel and visit the iconic Lion Monument, sculpted in memory of the Swiss Guards massacred during the French Revolution. Later, head to Basel. Upon arrival in Basel, enjoy a highlights tour of 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 and exquisite 18th-century patrician homes. Then, enjoy free time for lunch on your own before the drive to the ship. (B,D) ...
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    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    Board the ship in Basel for your Enchanting Rhine cruise. (D)
    Sunday - May 4, 2025
    Day
    6
    Breisach, Germany
    • Breisach, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Colmar, France
    • Bus Travel
    • Breisach, Germany
    Breisach is your gateway to several different excursions, depending on your interests. Step back in time with a visit to the enchanting Alsatian town of Colmar, which looks almost the same as it did in the 16th century. On your walking tour, admire historic architecture and perhaps get a glimpse of the Statue of Liberty, a small replica of the famous version in New York, to commemorate the sculptor's Colmar birthplace. Alternatively, you may wish to go to Freiburg, founded in 1120 and home to the Freiburg's Munster, a Gothic cathedral said to have "the most beautiful spire on earth". Those wishing a more active excursion can cycle through the scenic countryside, or go on a hike to the Black Forest, a magical land full of cultural traditions. (B,L,D) ...
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    Monday - May 5, 2025
    Day
    7
    Strasbourg, France
    • Strasbourg, France
    Strasbourg, the capital city of Alsace, 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 Republique. Then walk through its iconic UNESCO World Heritage-listed "La Petite France" district, which appears to have been lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. Wander through these charming streets and past the Cathedrale Notre-Dame with its famous astronomical clock. For the active adventurer, you can take a guided bike ride through this captivating city and Parc de l'Orangerie. (B,L,D) ...
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    Tuesday - May 6, 2025
    Day
    8
    Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
    • Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
    • Rudesheim, Germany
    Ludwigshafen is your gateway to a choice of three 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 Philosophers' Path, aptly named during the Romantic Period, and be rewarded with panoramic views of the city. Or ride along the river Neckar to the medieval town of Ladenburg where you'll have some free time to explore the shops and quaint Marktplatz. 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 Altportel, Old Gate. Later in the day, sail to Rudesheim where you can visit Siegfried's Mechanical Music Museum; or taste one of the town's special delights, Rudesheim coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy. (B,L,D); Note: Cruises departing in February will dock in Mainz in place of Rudesheim, and a selection of alternative excursions will be made available. ...
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    Wednesday - May 7, 2025
    Day
    9
    Rudesheim, Germany
    • Rudesheim, Germany
    • Lahnstein, Germany, Germany
    Your exploration of Rudesheim continues with your choice of three excursions. Take a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal Statue, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the river. Afterwards, indulge your taste buds with a sampling of Riesling wines in the vineyards. If you prefer a more active adventure, hike through Rudesheim's vineyards, taking in views of the town, the Roman Bridge, and Bromserburg Castle. Or join a guided bike ride through the town and along the Rhine River. During the afternoon, set sail along the scenic Rhine River Gorge with its fabled legends and many castles to Lahnstein where you'll enjoy a visit to Lahneck Castle. (B,L,D); Note: Cruises departing in February will dock in Mainz in place of Rudesheim on this day, and a selection of alternative excursions will be made available. ...
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    Thursday - May 8, 2025
    Day
    10
    Dusseldorf, Germany
    • Dusseldorf, Germany
    As a leading hub for German culture, commerce, and architecture, Dusseldorf is a must-visit city for any travelers on the Rhine. Here, you will have multiple options for the day's excursion. Explore this grand city on the Rhine by joining a walking tour, concluding with a tasting of Altbier, a local specialty brewed using traditional techniques. Alternatively, cover more ground with an active bike tour of the city. If you're feeling adventurous, take a brief trip to the nearby city of Cologne. Join a guided tour through the enchanting Old Town, where you will see sites such as the Cologne Rathaus, Germany's oldest town hall; the Fischmarkt, which dates back to the 12th century; and the Great St. Martin's Church. (B,L,D) ...
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    Friday - May 9, 2025
    Day
    11
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Amsterdam boasts amazing history, art, architecture, and museums, and you have a choice as to how you wish to explore it. Begin the day with a scenic cruise around this beautiful city before setting out on Amsterdam's famous canals. Embark on a picturesque canal cruise throughout the city, giving you a close-up view of these inspiring waterways. If you prefer exploring the world with your taste buds, stroll past traditional canals, gabled houses, narrow bridges, and house boats to taste Dutch specialties at a grand Amsterdam cafe. (B,L,D) ...
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    Saturday - May 10, 2025
    Day
    12
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Bid Farewell to Amsterdam and prepare for your homeward flight. (B)


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