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13 Night Rhine Castles and Swiss Alps and Land Tour

From Amsterdam to Milan

AmaVenita

AMA Waterways
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14245684
  • Departs: Tue, Jun 22, 2027
  • Returns: Sat, Jul 3, 2027
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    Itinerary Summary

    Tour Features and Highlights

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Jun 20, 2027
    Day
    1
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Arrive in Amsterdam and check into your hotel.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Jun 21, 2027
    Day
    2
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Follow your guide through the charming capital of the Netherlands, with its iconic meandering canals, bridges, and distinctive architecture. (B)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Jun 22, 2027
    Day
    3
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Bus Travel
    • Zaanse Schans, Netherlands
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 3 - Tuesday - Jun 22, 2027
    Day
    3
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Check out of your hotel and, before transferring to your ship, visit Zaanse Schans, observing life as it used to be lived in the Netherlands. Authentic windmills, houses, and shops were relocated to this picturesque area, creating a typical 17th- to 18th-century village. (B,D)
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Board the ship for your Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps cruise. (D)
    Wednesday - Jun 23, 2027
    Day
    4
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    There are 165 canals in Amsterdam, and you'll get to enjoy some of them on your canal cruise. Later in the day, set sail out of Amsterdam. (B,L,D)
    Thursday - Jun 24, 2027
    Day
    5
    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. 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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    Friday - Jun 25, 2027
    Day
    6
    Rhine Gorge, Germany
    • Rhine Gorge, Germany
    • Rudesheim, Germany
    Cruise through the captivating UNESCO World Heritage-designated Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river before reaching the winemaking town of Rudesheim. 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 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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    Saturday - Jun 26, 2027
    Day
    7
    Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
    • Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Heidelberg, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Ludwigshafen, Germany, 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. (B,L,D) ...
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    Sunday - Jun 27, 2027
    Day
    8
    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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    Monday - Jun 28, 2027
    Day
    9
    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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    Tuesday - Jun 29, 2027
    Day
    10
    Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    Bid farewell to Basel and prepare for your flight home. (B)
    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 10 - Tuesday - Jun 29, 2027
    Day
    10
    • Bus Travel
    • Lucerne, Switzerland
    • Bus Travel
    • Como, Italy
    Disembark the ship and transfer to Lake Como, Italy, stopping in Lucerne, Switzerland, along the way, where you will enjoy a brief tour and free time for lunch. Once in breathtaking Lake Como, nestled at the foot of the Alps, check into your hotel for the evening. (B)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Jun 30, 2027
    Day
    11
    • 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

    Thursday - Jul 1, 2027
    Day
    12
    Lake Como, Italy
    • Lake Como, Italy
    • Bus Travel
    • Milan, Italy
    Check out of your hotel and 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. Afterward, enjoy a comfortable transfer to Milan. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Jul 2, 2027
    Day
    13
    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. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Jul 3, 2027
    Day
    14
    Milan, Italy
    • Milan, Italy
    Bid farewell to Milan as you prepare for your journey home. (B)


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