Discover fairytale castles, historic vineyards and the stunning remnant of a world frozen over with glaciers, Italy’s Lake Como, as part of this all-encompassing Rhine River cruise and land fantasy.
Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history. Then it’s off to Germany, where you’ll discover not only the grand city of Cologne but charming villages like the winemaking hamlet of Rüdesheim and the university town of Heidelberg.
Enjoy cruising through the UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, where 40 castles are strung like pearls along the river banks. Cross the border into France’s Alsace region in enchanting Strasbourg and take in spectacular panoramas of the Swiss Alps before spending time in Italy’s haven for the rich and famous, Lake Como on an optional post-cruise extension.
Encompassing the Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland and Italy, as well as iconic landmarks and majestic mountain landscapes, this distinctive itinerary is truly a dream come true.
A 7-night river cruise down the Rhine beginning in Amsterdam and ending in Basel, Swizerland. Want a bit more time in Europe? Consider adding the optional 2-night pre-cruise stay in charming Amsterdam and 3-night post-cruise stay in beautiful Lake Como.
A healthy dose of history and culture, a smidgeon of local flavor, and a choose-your-own adventure approach to how you'll spend your time and how active you want to be: a Rhine river cruise is a perfect opportunity to see a wide variety of destinations.
You'll spend time with Kate, her friends & family, and the charming crew of the AmaMora in some of Europe's most enchanting settings.
Board the AmaMora in Amsterdam and familiarize yourself with your five-star floating hotel. From the moment you board, the welcoming crew are at your service.
In no time, you'll be settled into your luxurious, thoughtfully-appointed accommodation and be familiarizing yourself with all the amenities this floating boutique hotel has to offer.
One of Kate's favorite things about river cruising? You only unpack once but you're somewhere new every day.
(Meals: Dinner)
There are 165 canals in Amsterdam, and you'll get to enjoy some of them on your scenic canal cruise.
Until we depart, explore Amsterdam - Kate will furnish you with a list of her favorite restaurants, shops, and sights to discover.
Later in the day, you'll set sail out of Amsterdam and sit down in the beautiful dining room for an incredible dinner.
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Enjoy cruising to beautiful Cologne, where you'll join an expert local guide for a 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, the Overstolzenhaus, and the Festival Hall.
Alternately, visit a local tavern to taste its famous Kölsch beer, only made in Cologne, and reibekuchen mit apfelus, potato pancakes typically served with applesauce.
For the sporty set, join a guided bike ride along the Rhine and through the historic Stadtgarten.
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
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.
Alternately, 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 instruments, or taste one of the town's special delights, Rüdesheimer kaffe, ceremoniously made with brandy, coffee, and whipped cream.
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
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.
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
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.
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
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. Later in the day, visit Lucerne, known for 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.
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Disembark the ship in Basel and prepare to return home.
Alternately, join us on a post-cruise extension to Lake Como, stopping in Lucerne along the way, where we'll have a brief tour and free time for lunch.
(Meals: Breakfast)
Pricing listed is per-person, based on double occupancy.
Details on stateroom types can be found here.
Pricing is inclusive of cruise fare; airfare, insurance, gratuities, and items of a personal nature not included. Port charges of an additional $210 per person will be added to your total charge.
Your cruise comes inclusive of the following:
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