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Classical Rhine Cruise (Basel - Amsterdam, 13 destinations)

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From Basel to Amsterdam
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  • Quaint timber-framed houses of Strasbourg’s Petite France reflecting in a calm canal under warm morning light.
  • Picturesque half-timbered houses of Strasbourg’s Petite France reflecting in a tranquil canal lined with flowers.
  • Soft pastel sunset over Basel’s Rhine riverfront with historic bridge and skyline mirrored in the water.
  • Historic brick bridge in Amsterdam busy with cyclists and pedestrians over a calm canal.
  • Scenic view of Reichsburg Cochem atop a vine-covered hill overlooking the Moselle River and arched bridge.
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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Guided in English
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Group Size 20 - 164
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Basel

    Basel
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Welcome dinner on board

    Optional Activities

    • Airport transfer from Basel Airport to Port (€194 for 1-2 people)
    • Train station transfer from Basel Train Station to Port (€194 for 1-2 people)
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  3. Day 2

    Strasbourg

    Strasbourg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Strasbourg city tour with old town walk and cathedral visit
    • Boat trip on the River Ill in Strasbourg
    • Black Forest excursion with Triberg waterfalls visit
    • Vogtsbauernhof open-air museum visit with Black Forest gateau and coffee
    • Package A - Strasbourg with Canal Boat Tour
    • Package B - Strasbourg with Canal Boat Tour
    Landmarks
    Strasbourg Cathedral
    Triberg Waterfalls
    Vogtsbauernhof
    River Ill
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  4. Day 3

    Speyer - Mannheim

    Speyer - Mannheim
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Pretzel tasting in Speyer

    Optional Activities

    • Speyer old town walking tour
    • Heidelberg Castle ruins visit
    • Heidelberg old town tour with historic bridges and churches
    • Philosopher's Path hike in Heidelberg
    • Package B - Speyer Walking Tour
    • Package B - Romantic Heidelberg with Castle Ruins
    • Package A - Romantic Heidelberg with Castle Ruins
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg Castle
    Heidelberg Old Town
    Philosopher's Path
    Neckar River
    Speyer Cathedral
  5. Day 4

    Mannheim - Rüdesheim - Koblenz

    Mannheim - Rüdesheim - Koblenz
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Afternoon Tea

    Included Activities

    • Guided walk through Rüdesheim alleyways
    • Cruise through Upper Middle Rhine Valley with Loreley Rock passage
    • Guided tour from Deutsches Eck to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
    • Evening onboard program: Music from the Rhine

    Optional Activities

    • Rüdesheim with Music Cabinet Museum (Package A & B)
    • Koblenz Walking Tour with Ehrenbreitstein Fortress (Package B)
    Landmarks
    Loreley Rock
    Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet
    Deutsches Eck
    Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  6. Day 5

    Koblenz - Cochem

    Koblenz - Cochem
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Cochem walking tour through town

    Optional Activities

    • Reichsburg Castle visit in Cochem
    • Cochem vineyard wine tasting
    • Historic vaulted cellar wine tasting
    • Package B - AMADEUS Taste: The Moselle River Wine Affair in Cochem
    • Package B - Cochem Walking Tour and Reichsburg Castle
    • Package A - Cochem Walking Tour and Reichsburg Castle
    Landmarks
    Reichsburg Castle
    Moselle River
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  7. Day 6

    Cologne

    Cologne
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Kölsch beer tasting in Cologne

    Optional Activities

    • Cologne walking tour
    • Cologne Cathedral visit
    • Package A - Cologne Walking Tour and Kölsch Tasting
    • Package B - Cologne Walking Tour and Kölsch Tasting
    Landmarks
    Cologne Cathedral
  8. Day 7

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner (Gala dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Amsterdam canal cruise
    • Gala dinner on board
    • Shanty choir performance on board

    Optional Activities

    • Waterland e-bike tour through quiet villages and nature
    • Zaanse Schans visit with windmills, traditional crafts, and Dutch cheese tasting
    • Package A - Amsterdam & Iconic Canal Cruise (to/from Amsterdam)
    • Package B - Amsterdam & Iconic Canal Cruise (to/from Amsterdam)
    • Package B - Zaanse Schans - Windmills, Cheese, and Tradition
    Landmarks
    Amsterdam Canal System
    Zaanse Schans
    Waterland
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  9. Day 8

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast on board

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Lueftner Cruises Ship

  • AMADEUS Aurea
    AMADEUS Aurea
    The AMADEUS Aurea is not only a technical masterpiece, but also a floating paradise for connoisseurs. Experience relaxing hours in 12 spaci… Read more
    Capacity
    158
    Built
    2026
    Guests
    158
    Crew
    46
    Length
    135m
    Width
    11,4m
    Suites
    12
    Staterooms
    Registry
    Gross Tonnage
    Electricity
    Beam
    Cruising Speed
    25 km/h
    Generators
    Engines
    Draft
    1,5m
    Cabin
    67
    Deck
    4
    Deck with Cabins
    Country/Region
    Germany
    Refurbished
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    Depth
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3.8
Overall rating based on 11 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    3.5
  • Transport
    4.0
  • Guide
    3.0
  • Accommodation
    4.0
  • Food
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  • Tour Operator
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  • Jacqueline2.0•October 2026
    We did not do the cruise because the Rhine water levels were too low and the cruise only went half way. We were given...
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    Traveled in September 2026
  • Vanessa2.0•October 2026
    No our dream cruise as planned.
    Traveled in September 2026
  • Bronwyn
    Bronwyn4.0•September 2026
    Our Rhine cruise was beset by climate difficulties which meant several changes of itinerary during to low water...
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  • Alan4.0•September 2026
    The river cruise was good even though we missed seeing what we had paid to see. The staff were amazing. The food was...
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    Traveled in September 2026
  • Albert3.2•September 2026
    Largest complaint. I checked three times before booking and was promised my cabin would have a floor to ceiling...
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    Traveled in August 2026
  • James4.4•September 2026
    Except for the problems with the water level on the Rhine, the actual cruise was great. The delays in communication...
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    Traveled in August 2026
  • Renee5.0•August 2026
    The Rhine River Cruise was excellent even though the water levels in the Rhine were too low to continue past Koblenz....
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    Traveled in July 2026
    Reply from: Lueftner Cruises
    Dear Renee, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are truly delighted to hear that, despite the necessary itinerary changes due to the current low water levels, you had such a wonderful and unforgettable river cruise with us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you on another AMADEUS journey in the future. Warm regards, Your Team of AMADEUS
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  • Gary3.0•June 2026
    Communication wasn’t that good Allowing vaping in the dining room during meals. Did speak to the maîtrede however...
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    Traveled in June 2026
    Reply from: Lueftner Cruises
    Dear Gary, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We truly appreciate hearing about our guests’ experiences. We are very sorry to hear that some aspects of your cruise did not meet your expectations. Please rest assured that both smoking and vaping are strictly prohibited in all indoor areas of the ship. We have shared your comments with the ship’s management team, who confirmed that any guests not following this policy are immediately reminded of the rules and asked to comply. We take this matter very seriously. Regarding the itinerary changes, we understand that this can impact the overall cruise experience. Unfortunately, changes can sometimes become necessary due to lock operations, navigational delays, or other circumstances beyond our control. We also appreciate your comments about the entertainment program. Your feedback will be reviewed internally, as we are always looking for ways to further improve the onboard experience for our guests. Thank you once again for your valuable feedback. Kind regards, The AMADEUS Team
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  • Amanda5.0•May 2026
    We loved the river cruise and all it had to offer, perfect way to start our trip in Europe and a very relaxing boat...
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    Traveled in May 2026
  • Karen
    Karen5.0•May 2026
    You will not be disappointed. This was the most amazing experience. The staff, the boat, the food,...everything was...
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    Do you have any similar cruises available during the September time period that go from Basel to Amsterdam, or if a spot opens up on the September 21 2026 sailing, are we able to book it?

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      We understand your disappointment that the tour you were interested in is no longer available. To assist you further, we have contacted the tour operator on your behalf to explore alternative options that meet your preferences. We've noted your key requirements of a late September departure date, starting in Basel and ending in Amsterdam. If you have any flexibility in dates or starting/ending destinations don't hesitate to reply back as it will help us find a suitable tour for your travel plans.

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      We understand you're interested in the cruise with a potential departure date of September 21st, 2026. At this time, there are no available departures on this specific date. However, we are pleased to inform you that there is a departure scheduled for September 21st, 2027, should that be of interest to you. If you'd prefer to embark on this cruise in 2026, there are available cabins for the October 12th, 2026 departure.

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