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From Amsterdam to Basel: The Treasures of the Celebrated Rhine River (port-to-port cruise)

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Tour Description

Great Solo Traveller Prices – Premium Ship: Single Supplement only $1,650
CroisiCruise: ABE_PP
8 Days
 
Amsterdam | Nijmegen | Cologne | Koblenz | Mainz |- Strasbourg | Breisach | Basel
 
From Amsterdam to Basel, embark on a cruise rich in history and authenticity. Discover historic monuments through cities such as Haarlem or Colmar and its Unterlinden museum. You can take a stroll to the Arnhem Open Air Museum, which reveals a 100-year-old story.
 
THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE
  • Gala dinner and evening : Welcome cocktail
  • All meals included : Refined European cuisine, with table service for lunch & dinner
  • Drinks included : With meals
  • Open bar : Including Cocktails, Mocktails, Regional wines, Beer, Spirits & Soft drinks (excluding premium list)
  • Free Wi-Fi in lounge and bar
  • Headsets included for excursions
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Onboard activities
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • All port fees included
  • Prepaid Classic Sightseeing package
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
  • From Holland to the Three Countries Bridge, discover a unique blend of nature and culture
  • Discover:
    • Amsterdam and its unique atmosphere
    • Delightful scents and springtime colors at the Keukenhof floral gardens(1)
    • Haarlem, the golden age of the 17th century
    • Colmar and the Unterlinden Museum(3)

       

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Day 1: Amsterdam or surroundings(4)

Passengers are welcome to board the ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabin, you will be introduced to the crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner.
 
(4) The Port of Amsterdam may unexpectedly decide to change the mooring places for cruise ships. In case of modification, an alternative will be set up as close as possible to the city of Amsterdam.

Day 2: Amsterdam or surroundings(4)

This morning, join the excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: Guided panoramic tour of Amsterdam. This tour will give you an overview of the many historical treasures and curiosities of the Dutch capital.
DISCOVERY: An off-the-beaten-path bike tour of Amsterdam.
 
In the afternoon, join an excursion for both packages – CLASSIC/DISCOVERY: Visit the Keukenhof Gardens(1). Tour the beautiful spring gardens at your own pace. Don’t forget to visit the Orchid House, the Japanese Garden, and the 19th-century windmill on the edge of the tulip fields! Keukenhof also contains the works of 25 artists.
 
Return on board in Amsterdam. Your ship will cruise to Nijmegen.
 
 
(1) Keukenhof garden will be open from March 20th to May 11th, 2025. The opening dates are subject to change by Keukenhof Flower Park.
(4) The Port of Amsterdam may unexpectedly decide to change the mooring places for cruise ships. In case of modification, an alternative will be set up as close as possible to the city of Amsterdam.
 

Day 3: Nijmegen – Xanten – Dusseldorf

Arrival in Nijmegen during the night.
In the morning, join an excursion for both packages – CLASSIC/DISCOVERY: A visit to the Netherlands Open-Air Museum in Arnhem. This national museum focuses on the everyday life of Dutch people throughout the country’s history and includes old homes, farms, and factories from different regions. You can stroll through the attraction at your own pace or take the authentic trams.  
 
Return to your ship for an afternoon sailing to Dusseldorf, arriving in the evening. Evening entertainment on board. Sailing to Cologne.

Day 4: Cologne – Koblenz

This morning join an excursion for both packages – CLASSIC/DISCOVERY: Guided tour of Cologne, the crossroads of Europe since the Middle Ages. See the immense, Gothic cathedral—the tallest twin-spire church in the world and the most visited landmark in Germany. Then head over to the Old Town to stroll the streets and pass in front of the famous Farina Fragrance Museum. There will be some free time to stroll through the streets of Cologne. Return on board and cruise up the Rhine to Koblenz. Take a stroll to see the famous Deutsches Eck.

Day 5: Koblenz – Mainz

Cruise to Mainz in the early morning, traveling through the magnificent Rhine Valley. Join the excursion proposed for both packages – CLASSIC/DISCOVERY: Tour of Mainz and the Gutenberg Museum(7). This tour on foot will take you to the city’s magnificent cathedral. You will then stroll down the picturesque streets of the Old City to the Gutenberg Museum.

Tonight join an evening of dancing in the lounge. Your ship will begin to cruise to Strasbourg.

Day 6: Strasbourg – Breisach

Arrive in Strasbourg in the afternoon. Join the excursion proposed for both packages – CLASSIC/DISCOVERY: Boat tour of Strasbourg and a visit to its cathedral(6) (only on pre-booking before departure). Like many European cities, Strasbourg has a striking mix of architecture that includes a broad range of traditional structures next to bold modern designs. After Your excursion, return on board the ship and begin to cruise to Breisach. Tonight is your festive gala evening.
 
(6) The interior visit of the cathedral is not allowed on Sundays and during religious services. In such cases, commentary will be provided outside.

Day 7: Breisach – Basel

This morning, discover the city by your own(5).
 
This afternoon join the excursion proposed for both packages CLASSIC/DISCOVERY: A guided tour of Colmar and the Unterlinden Museum(3). Colmar is a colorful city bursting with Alsatian charm. Spend time in the romantic Little Venice neighborhood before visiting the Unterlinden Museum. The museum exhibits span 7,000 years—from prehistoric times to modern art. The most regarded masterpiece in its collection is the polyptych by artists Niclaus of Haguenau and Grünewald.
 
Return on board and begin to cruise to Basel. Join for dinner and an evening of entertainment onboard.
 
(3) The Museum is closed on Tuesdays. It will be replaced by a visit to the Hansi Museum instead.
(5) Possibility of transfer: €25 per person, with reservation and payment on board. The transfer is proposed only when the ship is not moored near Breisach.

Day 8: Basel

One last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

INCLUSIONS:

  • Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day
  • Onboard drinks included (except for drinks from the special lists)
  • Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
  • Assistance from the onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
  • Welcome cocktail
  • Gala dinner
  • Onboard entertainment
  • All port fees
  • Prepaid classic sightseeing package.

EXCLUSIONS:

  • Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
  • Cancellation and baggage insurance
  • Optional excursions (must be reserved and paid for on board or at travel agency)
  • Transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points
  • Personal expenses

For navigational safety reasons, the company and the captain are the only authorized persons who can modify the cruise itinerary.

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Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

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Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Caitlin Lennon

Travel Coordinator

Michelle Baldwin

Travel Specialist

Gaylyn Murdoch

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