Rhine River Cruise

BASEL to AMSTERDAM

8 DAYS FROM $5,495

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC HIGHLIGHTS

• Cruise through four countries in the company of two National Geographic Experts.

• Choose from a range of excursions, from bike rides and tasting tours to walking tours.

• Sample wines in the lovely Rheingau while exploring by foot, bike, or gondola.

TRIP TYPE: River Cruise

ACTIVITY LEVEL: Light or Moderate

DAY 1–3 | BASEL, SWITZERLAND TO STRASBOURG, FRANCE

Arrive in Basel and transfer to our ship. Enjoy a traditional Swiss musical performance in the evening. Take a walking tour of Basel’s historic highlights, spend a day in the mountain idyll of Lucerne, or ride a bike through three countries. Then explore Strasbourg on a guided tour or bike ride, or enjoy an excursion to the charming walled town of Riquewihr. AmaMora for the entire voyage | Meals: 2B, 2L, 3D

DAYS 4–5 | HEIDELBERG, GERMANY TO THE RHINE GORGE

Stroll the old town of Heidelberg and visit its castle, hike the Philosopher’s Walk, or bike along the Neckar River to Ladenburg. Then cruise into the lovely Rheingau wine region. In Rüdesheim am Rhein, visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet and a renowned winery or try a traditional drink in town. Soar over vineyards in a gondola before a tasting of local Rieslings. Or go biking or hiking among the vines. Glide through the spectacular Rhine Gorge, shooting photos alongside our National Geographic Photography Expert. Later, tour Lahneck Castle. Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 6–8 | COLOGNE TO AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS

In vibrant Cologne, admire the architecture on a walking tour or opt for city tour that will have you tasting local specialties. Enjoy free time in town before a traditional Dutch performance tonight. After a morning sail, arrive in Amsterdam. Discover the city by canal cruise or walking tour, or set out for its phenomenal art museums. Disembark after breakfast the final day. Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D

YOUR NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPERT

A National Geographic Expert, a Photography Expert, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Susan Seubert, Photographer

Susan Seubert has produced more than 30 stories for National Geographic Traveler. She won Columbia University’s Alfred Eisenstadt Award and the North American Travel Journalists Association award for excellence in photography. Find the departure(s) Susan will join on our website.

INFORMATION

This trip is operated in collaboration with AmaWaterways. Dates: This expedition is offered in September.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Cover: Aglow with golden light, the 14th-century Church of Our Lady presides over the Christmas market in Nuremberg's main square.

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