Discover the Wonders of the Rhine with AMA Waterways

On our river cruise, you will enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours. In many cases, you will have a choice of excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, hikes and special interest tours. We always include a large variety of activities so that you can choose how you want to explore. No matter your preference, your days will be full of discovery and wonder.

Day 1: Embarkation in Basel (D)

Day 2: Port in Breisach (Colmar excursion OR Black Forest hike OR Breisach wine country bike tour) (B, L, D)

Day 3: Port in Strasbourg ("The Gem of Alsace" tour OR Strasbourg bike tour) (B, L, D)

Strasbourg, the capital city of Alsace, 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. Then walk through its iconic UNESCO World Heritage “La Petite France” district, which appears to have been lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. Wander through these charming streets and past the Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame with its famous astronomical clock. For the active adventurer, you can take a guided bike ride through this captivating city and Parc de l’Orangerie.

Day 4: First port in Ludwigshafen ("Romantic Heidelberg" excursion OR Heidelberg Philosopher's hike OR "Secrets of Speyer" tour OR Ladenburg bike tour); Second port in Rüdesheim (Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet OR Rüdesheimer Coffee) (B, L, D)

Ludwigshafen is your gateway to a choice of three 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 be rewarded with panoramic views of the city. Or ride along the river Neckar to the medieval town of Ladenburg where you’ll have some free time to explore the shops and quaint Marktplatz. 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 Altpörtel, Old Gate. Later in the day, sail to Rüdesheim where you can visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet; or taste one of the town’s special delights, Rüdesheimer Coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy.

Day 5: First port in Rüdesheim (Gondola ride and wine tasting OR Vineyard Hike OR Guided bike tour of the Rheingau); afternoon scenic cruising; second port in Lahnstein (Burg Lahneck Castle--exclusive to AMA Waterways) (B, L, D)

Your exploration of Rüdesheim continues with your choice of three excursions. Take a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal Statue, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the river. Afterwards, indulge your taste buds with a sampling of Riesling wines in the vineyards. If you prefer a more active adventure, hike through Rüdesheim’s vineyards, taking in views of the town, the Roman Bridge and Bromersburg Castle. Or join a guided bike ride through the town and along the Rhine River. During the afternoon, set sail along the scenic Rhine River Gorge with its fabled legends and many castles to Lahnstein where you’ll enjoy a visit to Lahneck Castle.

Day 6: First port in Düsseldorf (Cologne walking tour and cathedral visit OR Düsseldorf walking tour and beer tasting OR Düsseldorf bike tour); Second port in Utrecht (Walking tour OR Beer tasting) (B, L, D)

As a leading hub for German culture, commerce, and architecture, Düsseldorf is a must-visit city for any travelers on the Rhine. Here, you will have multiple options for the day’s excursion. Explore historic Düsseldorf on foot with a knowledgeable local tour guide, or cover more ground with an active bike tour of the city. Alternatively, kick up your feet with a German beer tasting, sampling the best local brews Düsseldorf has to offer. If you’re feeling adventurous, take a brief trip to the nearby city of Cologne. Home to one of Germany’s most revered Gothic masterpieces, the Cologne Cathedral, this 2,000-year-old city is also a bustling cosmopolitan hotspot. Join a guided tour through the enchanting Old Town and explore the UNESCO-designated cathedral, where the remains of the fabled Three Kings—the Magi— are believed to rest.

Day 7: Port in Amsterdam (Canal cruise OR A Taste of Amsterdam) (B, L, D)

Amsterdam boasts amazing history, art, architecture, and museums, and you have a choice as to how you wish to explore it. Begin the day with a scenic cruise around this beautiful city before setting out on Amsterdam’s famous canals. Embark on a picturesque canal cruise throughout the city, giving you a close-up view of these inspiring waterways. If you prefer exploring the world with your taste buds, stroll past traditional canals, gabled houses, narrow bridges and house boats to taste Dutch specialties at a grand Amsterdam café. (B,L,D)

Day 8: Disembarkation in Amsterdam (B)

Itinerary is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the itinerary schedule provided with your final documents.

• 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (No interior rooms on these cruises! Every room has a window, French balcony, or balcony)
• Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
• Mini-fridge, desk and sitting area
• Bottled water replenished daily

• Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes
• Live, local entertainment
• Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land packages
• Unlimited complimentary Wi-Fi access
• Sun-deck pool with swim-up bar and walking track
• Fitness room
• Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
• Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily
• Daily entertainment including cultural performances

• All onboard dining in multiple dining venues
• Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
• The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
• Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner (an exclusive dining experience), Captain's Cocktail, and Gala Dinner
• Unlimited hand-selected wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
• Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
• Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
• Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge

• Immersive tours in every destination
• Small-group guided shore excursions with a variety of choices and activity levels
• Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
• Bike tours and hikes
• Special interest tours
• Knowledgeable guides
• Personal headset for easy exploration

AMA Waterways offers a stunning and exciting pre-cruise land package for this sailing: Basel and Lake Lucerne! You'll spend 4 nights in Switzerland before boarding our AMA ship.

Zurich seamlessly blends its historic past with its progressive future. Lake Lucerne's natural beauty and charm is unrivaled. Discover both on this journey through Switzerland.

This gives you the opportunity to maximize your airfare and your entire investment by extending your river cruise vacation. Plus, pre-cruise land packages provide a great way to get over any jetlag and acclimatize to your new time zone!

Included in every land package:

o Stays at world-class 4- and 5-star hotels (2 nights in Zurich at the Hotel Marriott Zurich or or similar; 2 nights in Lake Lucerne at the Hotel Schweizerhof Lucerne or similar)

o Daily breakfast

o Guided excursions (city tours, Lake Lucerne cruise, and Mount Rigid 'Queen of the Mountains' cable car tour)

o Convenient transfers and portage service between the hotel and river cruise ship

o The services of one of AmaWaterways’ wonderful Cruise Managers

ARRIVE IN ZURICH, SWITZERLAND Arrive in Zurich and check in to your hotel.

ZURICH Zurich seamlessly blends its historic past with its progressive future—all of which will be on full display during your city tour. (B)

ZURICH – LAKE LUCERNE Check out of your hotel and transfer to Lake Lucerne, where you’ll enjoy a cruise across its tranquil waters. As part of your included excursion, you will ascend a picturesque mountain on a cable car ride, Mount Rigi, known as the “Queen of the Mountains.” Take in breathtaking views of the city and surrounding landscape below. Later, check into your hotel. (B)

LAKE LUCERNE Discover Lake Lucerne's unrivaled beauty on a walking tour that includes the spectacular medieval walls and towers, dating back to the 13th century. (B)

LAKE LUCERNE – BASEL – EMBARKATION Check out of your hotel and visit the iconic Lion Monument, sculpted in memory of the Swiss Guards massacred during the French Revolution. Later, head to Basel. Upon arrival in Basel, enjoy a highlights tour of 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 and exquisite 18th century patrician homes. Then enjoy free time for lunch on your own before the drive to the ship. (B,D)

This sailing has two different promos that you can choose from in addition to our discounted group rates:

1) You can take a discount of $2,000 cruise savings per double occupancy stateroom for cruise-only rate, plus a complimentary stateroom upgrade for some categories, plus $50 per stateroom onboard credit.

OR

2) You can opt for a FREE land package! From now - March 31, 2025, new reservations will receive a complimentary 4-night land package to explore Zurich (2 nights) and Lake Lucerne (2 nights) before our sailing! (See above for more details about the land package that is included) (Value of $1,960 per person)

Double Occupancy: Starting at $4,449 per person before above promos are applied

Solo Traveler: Starting at $6,548.50 per person before above promos are applied

Deposit: $400 per person (50% non-refundable)

Final Payment: 100 days prior to sailing

Please note:

• Prices listed are the starting price without promotions for the cruise portion only and do not include pre-cruise land portion (optional), trip insurance, or flights.
• We can add airfare on to create a cruise+air package or a cruise+land+air package. AmaWaterways offers discounted airfares for $999 per person roundtrip or custom flight itineraries. You can find all flight info HERE.
• Transfers between hotel and ship are included with the addition of the cruise and land package; airport transfers are included with the purchase of airfare from AmaWaterways.

Let me take care of the details so you can focus on enjoying your journey!

 SUITE: Violin Deck, French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 350 sq. ft. (light pink in deck plan above); not eligible for free upgrade

• In-room temperature control
• Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
• Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
• Flat-screen TV

• Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library
• Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
• Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi
• Desk and chair

Category AA: Violin Deck, French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 235 sq. ft. (light purple in deck plan above); not eligible for free upgrade

• In-room temperature control
• Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
• Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
• Flat-screen TV

• Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library
• Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
• Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi
• Desk and chair

Category AB Cello Deck, French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 235 sq. ft. (dark pink in deck plan above)

• In-room temperature control
• Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
• Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
• Flat-screen TV

• Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library
• Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
• Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi
• Desk and chair

Category BA Violin Deck, French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 210 sq. ft. (dark blue in deck plan above)

• In-room temperature control
• Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
• Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
• Flat-screen TV

• Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library
• Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
• Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi
• Desk and chair

Category BB Cello Deck, French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 210 sq. ft. (darker green in deck plan above)

• In-room temperature control
• Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
• Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
• Flat-screen TV

• Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library
• Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
• Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi
• Desk and chair

Category CA Violin & Cello Decks, French Balcony, 170 sq. ft. (darker purple in deck plan above); not eligible for free upgrade

• In-room temperature control
• Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
• Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
• Flat-screen TV

• Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library
• Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
• Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi
• Desk and chair

Category CB Violin Deck, French Balcony, 155 sq. ft. (light green in deck plan above)

• In-room temperature control
• Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
• Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
• Flat-screen TV

• Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library
• Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
• Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi
• Desk and chair

Category D Piano Deck, Fixed Window, 160 sq. ft. (orange in deck plan above); not eligible for free upgrade

• In-room temperature control
• Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
• Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
• Flat-screen TV

• Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library
• Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
• Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi
• Desk and chair

Category E Piano Deck, Fixed Window, 160 sq. ft. (yellow in deck plan above)

• In-room temperature control
• Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
• Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone
• Flat-screen TV

• Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library
• Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
• Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi
• Desk and chair

1. Expertly Curated Itinerary: Explore iconic European destinations with seamless transitions between ports.
2. Luxurious Accommodations: Tailored to your preferences, comfort level, and budget.
3. Gastronomic Delights: Indulge in gourmet dining inspired by regional flavors with attention to allergens.
4. Cultural Immersion: Shore excursions designed to connect you with the heart of each destination.
5. Stress-Free Planning: Everything from lodging to meals is included, allowing you to focus on enjoying the journey.

Don’t miss this chance to experience the Rhine’s finest destinations with the comfort and luxury of AMA Waterways. Reserve your spot now for $400 per person, and let us take care of every detail so you can enjoy your dream vacation stress-free!