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13 Night Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles (Christmas Time) and Land Tour

From Milan to Amsterdam

AmaVenita

AMA Waterways
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14245673
  • Departs: Tue, Nov 16, 2027
  • Returns: Thu, Nov 25, 2027
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    Itinerary Summary

    Tour Features and Highlights

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Nov 12, 2027
    Day
    1
    Milan, Italy
    • Milan, Italy
    Arrive in Milan and check into your hotel.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Nov 13, 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

    Sunday - Nov 14, 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

    Monday - Nov 15, 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

    Tuesday - Nov 16, 2027
    Day
    5
    Lake Como, Italy
    • Lake Como, Italy
    • Bus Travel
    • Lucerne, Switzerland
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 5 - Tuesday - Nov 16, 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)
    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    Embark your ship in Basel for your Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps cruise. (B,D)
    Wednesday - Nov 17, 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. Both tours offer free time to visit Basel's Christmas markets. Alternatively, go on a full-day excursion to Lake Lucerne or spend your afternoon there. (B,L,D) ...
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    Thursday - Nov 18, 2027
    Day
    7
    Strasbourg, France
    • Strasbourg, France
    • Bus Travel
    • Gengenbach, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • 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 Republique before walking through its 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. During the tour, you will receive free time to visit the Christmas markets. Alternatively, take a guided bike ride through the city and Parc de l'Orangerie. In the afternoon, visit the picturesque town Gengenbach and stroll through the town's narrow streets full of half-timbered houses. Enjoy the Gengenbach Christmas market, packed with holiday treats and centers around the 18th-century town hall. (B,L,D) ...
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    Friday - Nov 19, 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. Here you can also enjoy visiting some of the festive Christmas markets. 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. In your free time, you might choose to visit the Christmas markets or Technik Museum featuring exhibits of vintage cars, military aircraft, and even a submarine! 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 join a wine tasting to discover the flavors of the town's iconic vineyards. 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 - Nov 20, 2027
    Day
    9
    Rudesheim, Germany
    • Rudesheim, Germany
    • Lahnstein, Germany, Germany
    Let Siegfried's Mechanical Music Museum charm you with its remarkable collection of self-playing musical instruments. Or drink up the stunning views by soaring high above the vineyards with a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal. Afterwards, enjoy free time in the town, perhaps to explore the Drosselgasse, the town's cultural heart, and the Christmas markets. 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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    Sunday - Nov 21, 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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    Monday - Nov 22, 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. Please note: tour depends upon docking location and may be replaced with Jordaan District Walking Tour. (B,L,D) ...
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    Tuesday - Nov 23, 2027
    Day
    12
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Bid farewell to Amsterdam as you prepare for your return flight home.
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 12 - Tuesday - Nov 23, 2027
    Day
    12
    • Bus Travel
    • Zaanse Schans, Netherlands
    • Bus Travel
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Disembark from your ship, then enjoy a visit to 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. Later in the day, check into your hotel. (B)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Nov 24, 2027
    Day
    13
    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

    Thursday - Nov 25, 2027
    Day
    14
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Bid farewell to Amsterdam as you prepare for your return flight home. (B)


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