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11 Night Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles and Land Tour

From Milan to Amsterdam

AmaSerena

AMA Waterways
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14146243
  • Departs: Sat, Sep 25, 2027
  • Returns: Wed, Oct 6, 2027
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    Itinerary Summary

    Tour Features and Highlights

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Sep 25, 2027
    Day
    1
    Milan, Italy
    • Milan, Italy
    Arrive in Milan and check into your hotel.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Sep 26, 2027
    Day
    2
    Milan, Italy
    • Milan, Italy
    Discover Milan's elegance on a guided stroll through its historic heart. Enjoy a visit to the Duomo, marveling at its Gothic interiors and ascending to the breathtaking rooftop, and explore the majestic Sforza Castle, a Renaissance fortress with Leonardo da Vinci frescoes and extensive art collections. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Sep 27, 2027
    Day
    3
    Milan, Italy
    • Milan, Italy
    • Bus Travel
    • Como, Italy
    This morning, you will depart Milan for Lake Como. When you arrive, be treated to a walking tour of Lake Como, a former glacial lake and popular resort area for the rich and famous since Roman times. Gaze at the azure waters and impressive villas that line the lakeside from the hills above and perhaps recognize the scenery from such Hollywood blockbusters as Ocean's Twelve and Casino Royale. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Sep 28, 2027
    Day
    4
    • Como, Italy
    • Day Boat Travel
    • Bellagio, Italy
    • Day Boat Travel
    • Como, Italy
    Let the wind tousle your hair as you board your boat for a scenic ride along Lake Como to its stunning pearl, Bellagio. This intimate village offers postcard-perfect views whether you choose to stroll along the lakeside or venture up hill to its cobbled streets. Browse the shops or sample the local fare at Bellagio's restaurants before returning to the boat. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Sep 29, 2027
    Day
    5
    • Como, Italy
    • Land Travel
    • Lucerne, Switzerland
    • Land Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 5 - Wednesday - Sep 29, 2027
    Day
    5
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    Check out of your Lake Como hotel and, en route to Basel, you will stop in Lucerne for a short orientation tour and free time for lunch. Once you arrive in Basel, embark your ship for your Swiss Alps & Rhine Castles cruise. (B,D)
    Thursday - Sep 30, 2027
    Day
    6
    Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    • Basel (Saxon), 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 to explore its medieval towers (not combinable with other tours on this day). In the afternoon, for guests who have not chosen the full-day Lucerne excursion, visit a local winery to sample Swiss wines, tour Wildegg Castle, a fortress built by the Habsburgs in the early 13th century that features a 3,300-square-meter garden, or embark on an exhilarating hike to the castle. (B,L,D) ...
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    Friday - Oct 1, 2027
    Day
    7
    Strasbourg, France
    • Strasbourg, France
    Strasbourg offers flavors of both France and Germany because of its borderline location. Enjoy walking through the iconic "La Petite France" district, lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. Wander through charming streets past the Cathedrale Notre-Dame with its famous astronomical clock. Alternatively, take a guided bike ride through the city and Parc de l'Orangerie. (B,L,D) ...
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    Saturday - Oct 2, 2027
    Day
    8
    Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
    • Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Heidelberg, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
    • Rudesheim, Germany
    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 Philosophers' 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, Altportel. Or pedal along the river Neckar to the picturesque medieval city center of Ladenburg and enjoy some free time to explore the shops. Later in the day, cruise to the charming village of Rudesheim and let Siegfried's Mechanical Music Museum charm you with its remarkable collection of self-playing musical instruments; or taste one of the town's special delights, Rudesheim coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy, coffee, and whipped cream. (B,L,D) ...
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    Sunday - Oct 3, 2027
    Day
    9
    Rudesheim, Germany
    • Rudesheim, Germany
    • Lahnstein, Germany, Germany
    Join a wine tasting to discover the flavors of the town's iconic vineyards and 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, cruise through the captivating UNESCO World Heritage-designated Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river before reaching Lahnstein, where you will enjoy a unique evening visit at Lahneck Castle. (B,L,D) ...
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    Monday - Oct 4, 2027
    Day
    10
    Cologne, Germany
    • Cologne, Germany
    Enjoy cruising to Cologne, then 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 Church. End your city tour with a visit to a local tavern to taste its famous Kolsch beer. As an alternative, examine the historic architectural styles on display throughout the Cologne Cathedral during a guided tour. This 13th-century Gothic marvel and UNESCO World Heritage Site was the tallest building in the world at the time of its completion, and the church withstood 14 hits from aerial bombs during World War II. Active guests will want to join a guided bike ride along the Rhine and through the historic Stadtgarten. (B,L,D) ...
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    Tuesday - Oct 5, 2027
    Day
    11
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    There are 165 canals in Amsterdam, and you'll get to enjoy some of them on your canal cruise. Alternatively, get a taste of local flavor, passing iconic canals, gabled houses, narrow bridges, and house boats while tasting Dutch specialties at one of Amsterdam's grand cafes. (B,L,D)
    Wednesday - Oct 6, 2027
    Day
    12
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Bid Farewell to Amsterdam and prepare for your homeward flight. (B)


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