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Captivating Rhine with AmaWaterways

7 night captivating Rhine River cruise with shore excursions in Cologne, one of Germany’s oldest cities; medieval Ludwigshafen; Strasbourg, with its French & German influences; and historic Breisach

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Style Independent PackageThese un-escorted packages have no set schedule or guides, so you have the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own from your centrally-located hotel. More of these packages
Freedom to explore at your own pace; unescorted
Departures
Themes Grand Tours,  Bucket List,  River Cruises
Activity Level Easy
What to Expect This moderately-paced, escorted tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness.
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Contoured by vineyard-clad hills and timeless castles, the legendary Rhine captivates travelers looking for a European adventure unlike any other. Experience the allure of France’s Alsace region in its welcoming capital, Strasbourg, and its priceless gem, Riquewihr. Discover enchanting Breisach, rising above the vineyards of the Rhine, and Freiburg, one of Germany’s sunniest cities and the gateway to the Black Forest. Fabled towns lost in time present you with the chance to taste local flavors, such as Rüdesheimer coffee, Kölsch beer, and savory reibekuchen mit apfelmus, and to touch history up close with guided hikes and bike rides along the river and through charming and medieval towns. From Amsterdam’s colorful canals to the majestic Swiss Alps, this journey into the heart of France, Germany, Netherlands, and Switzerland will captivate you from start to finish.

Package includes

  • Flights
  • Cruise
  • Coach
  • Transfers
  • Hotel
  • Meals
  • Guides
  • Round-trip flights from New York (JFK) or Newark (EWR) on scheduled carriers, including taxes & fees
  • Airport transfers
  • 7 nights aboard 5-star AmaWaterways
  • 20 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
  • Wine, beer and soft drinks at lunch and dinner; sparkling wine and juices at breakfast
  • Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, Captain’s Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  • Sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
  • Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour
  • Choice of daily shore excursions with personal headsets
  • Entertainment on board
  • Port taxes

Optional add-ons

  • Flights from other cities are available. Request pricing when making your reservation
  • 2 nights Amsterdam pre-cruise and 2 Nights Lake Lucerne, 2 nights Zurich post-cruise – please call for details

Why you'll love it

  • Spend 7 nights aboard your 5-star AmaWaterways cruise ship.
  • Walk through Cologne and admire the city's highlights, including Cologne Cathedral and Cologne Rathaus.
  • Enjoy a sip of famous Kölsch beer, or for the more active, bike ride along the Rhine through the historic Stadtgarten.
  • Cruise through the UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, the most beautiful stretch of the river.
  • Discover the flavors of Rüdesheim's iconic vineyards during a wine tasting, or soar above the vineyards with a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal.
  • Listen to the self-playing musical instruments at Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum.
  • Have your choice of excursions in Ludwigshafen, including walking tours of Heidelberg or Speyer, a bike tour along the river Neckar, or a hike up Philosopher's Path.
  • Tour Strasbourg's Parc de l’Orangerie, the European Parliament, and the Place de la République.
  • Enjoy your choice of excursions in Breisach, including visits to Riquewihr or Freiburg, a cycle through the countryside, or a hike in the Black Forest.

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