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Amsterdam & Jewels of the Rhine 2027 - 10 Days (18 destinations)

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From Amsterdam to Basel
4.1 (39 reviews)
  • Bicycles on a canal bridge in Amsterdam with houses in the background.
  • Simplified map showing a travel route from Basel through Germany to Amsterdam
  • Amsterdam to Switzerland Rhine cruise overview including Strasbourg and Basel.
  • Tulip fields with windmills in the background.
  • Cologne Cathedral beside the Rhine River with a boat.
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  • Aerial view of the Deutsches Eck in Koblenz.
  • Scenic view of a canal with traditional half-timbered houses.
  • Cityscape with a river and a church on a hill.
  • Riverfront view with historical buildings and a cathedral.
  • Map showing a travel route connecting Germany, France, and Switzerland.
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Emerald Cruises
River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 182
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam

    Included Activities

    • Airport transfer to hotel
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  2. Day 2

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Amsterdam

    Optional Activities

    • Tastes of Amsterdam (Dutch delights) - guided food tour including pickled herring, cheese selection, and Poffertjes (bite-sized fluffy pancakes), 3 hours, Easy activity level
  3. Day 3

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to the Rijksmuseum
    • Transfer from hotel to Emerald Star-Ship
    Landmarks
    Rijksmuseum
  4. Day 4

    Alkmaar - Waterland

    Alkmaar - Waterland
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Excursion to Alkmaar
    • Guided e-bike tour to Waterland

    Optional Activities

    • Dutch Delights food tour - exploring Amsterdam highlights while tasting delicious Dutch treats, Easy activity level, 3 hours
    Landmarks
    Alkmaar
    Waterland
  5. Day 5

    Düsseldorf - Cologne

    Düsseldorf - Cologne
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Düsseldorf
    • Guided tour of Cologne's Old Town
    • Rhine River cruise

    Optional Activities

    • Guided e-bike tour in Cologne along the Rhine River through northern suburbs and industrial areas
    • German beer experience - guided tour through Cologne's legendary brewhouses featuring local Kölsch beer, Easy activity level, 2 hours
    Landmarks
    Cologne Cathedral
    Altstadt (Düsseldorf)
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Koblenz

    Koblenz
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Orientation walk of Koblenz
    • Rhine Gorge cruise

    Optional Activities

    • Moselle Valley & Cochem Castle visit - walking tour with guided visit to the magnificent Cochem (Reichsburg) Castle perched 91m above the Moselle Valley with impressive valley views, Difficult/Active activity level, 5 hours
    Landmarks
    German Corner
    Church of Our Lady (Koblenz)
    Lorelei Rock
    Rhine Gorge
    Cochem Castle
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Mannheim - Germersheim - Heidelberg

    Mannheim - Germersheim - Heidelberg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Heidelberg
    • Evening Concert at Bruchsal Palace

    Optional Activities

    • Active hike from Mount Königstuhl to Heidelberg - includes funicular to peak, forest hike with panoramic Neckar Valley views, castle tour of remnants, and Old Town orientation
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg Castle
    Mount Königstuhl
    Bruchsal Palace
  8. Day 8

    Strasbourg

    Strasbourg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Flavours of Alsace: Strasbourg walking tour with local tasting

    Optional Activities

    • Baden-Baden Spa experience - rejuvenating day at the world-renowned spa in Germany's Black Forest, known for healing thermal waters and elegant ambience, Easy activity level, 3 hours
    Landmarks
    Strasbourg Cathedral
    La Petite France
    Neustadt (Strasbourg)
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 9

    Breisach - Freiburg

    Breisach - Freiburg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Freiburg with tasting
    • Guided e-bike tour in Breisach

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Colmar - walk through quaint cobblestone lanes with half-timbered facades and colourful window boxes, Easy activity level, 5 hours
    Landmarks
    St. Stephen's Church (Breisach)
    Freiburg Cathedral
    Rathausplatz (Freiburg)
    Kaiserstuhl Mountains
    Colmar Old Town
  10. Day 10

    Basel - Zurich

    Basel - Zurich
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Transfer from Emerald Star-Ship to Zurich airport
    Landmarks
    Basel
    Itinerary Image 1

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Response time
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Response rate
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Emerald Cruises Ship

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    Emerald Sky
    Offering unique river cruising experiences since 2014 on Danube and Rhine to the 182 passengers it can accommodate, Emerald Sky is the perf… Read more
    Capacity
    Built
    2014
    Guests
    180
    Crew
    51
    Length
    135 metres / 443 feet
    Width
    11 m / 36 ft
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    Staterooms
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    Gross Tonnage
    3544 gt
    Electricity
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    Cruising Speed
    13 kn / 24 kph / 15 mph
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    Cabin
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    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Germany.Switzerland. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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