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Switzerland and Classical Rhine Cruise (Zurich - Amsterdam) (17 destinations)

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From Zurich to Amsterdam
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  • Aerial of Cologne with its twin-spired cathedral, Hohenzollern Bridge and Rhine River beneath scattered clouds.
  • Charming brick bridge lined with bicycles and classic canal houses reflected in the water of Amsterdam.
  • Confluence viewpoint at Koblenz showing the Deutsches Eck monument and two rivers meeting under bright skies.
  • Lucerne waterfront with baroque church and colorful facades mirrored in calm river at dusk
  • Aerial view of Basel Minster’s twin spires with patterned roof tiles overlooking the Rhine at sunset
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  • Picturesque Cochem castle perched on a vine-covered hill above the Moselle River and bridge
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Lueftner 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
Other languages on request: German
Group Size 20 - 150
Ages 8+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Zurich

    Zurich
  2. Day 2

    Zurich - Lucerne

    Zurich - Lucerne
    Meals
    Lunch

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Zurich including historic old town and Bahnhofstrasse
    Landmarks
    Bahnhofstrasse
    Lake Lucerne
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 3

    Lucerne

    Lucerne
    Meals
    Lunch (Stylish lunch at Pilatus Kulm summit)

    Included Activities

    • Full-day excursion to Pilatus summit with lunch included
    Landmarks
    Pilatus Kulm
  4. Day 4

    Lucerne to Basel

    Lucerne to Basel
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walk through Lucerne
    • Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner
    Landmarks
    Chapel Bridge
    Jesuit Church
  5. Day 5

    Strasbourg

    Strasbourg
    Meals
    Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Guided city tour of Strasbourg
    • Walk through old town and cathedral
    • Visit to Triberg waterfalls
    • Visit to Vogtsbauernhof farm

    Optional Activities

    • Boat trip on the River Ill
    • Full-day excursion to Black Forest
    Landmarks
    Strasbourg Cathedral
    Triberg Waterfalls
    Vogtsbauernhof
  6. Day 6

    Speyer - Mannheim

    Speyer - Mannheim

    Included Activities

    • Guided walk through Speyer old town
    • Speyer pretzel tasting
    • Sightseeing tour of Heidelberg old town and castle

    Optional Activities

    • Walk along Philosopher's Path in Heidelberg
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg Castle
    Philosopher's Path
  7. Day 7

    Mannheim - Rüdesheim - Koblenz

    Mannheim - Rüdesheim - Koblenz
    Meals
    Dinner (Onboard dinner with musical performance 'Music from the Rhine' featuring soprano Bethany Barber performing works by Beethoven, Schumann and Offenbach)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walk through Rüdesheim old town
    • Visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet
    • Cruise through Upper Middle Rhine Valley with Loreley Rock passage
    • City tour of Koblenz
    • Evening program 'Music from the Rhine' with soprano Bethany Barber
    Landmarks
    Loreley Rock
    Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
    Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 8

    Koblenz - Cochem

    Koblenz - Cochem

    Included Activities

    • Panoramic cruise along Moselle River
    • Guided tour of Cochem
    • Visit to Reichsburg Castle

    Optional Activities

    • Moselle wine tasting featuring Riesling in vineyard or historic cellar vaults
    Landmarks
    Reichsburg Castle
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 9

    Cologne

    Cologne
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided walk through Cologne old town
    • Visit to Cologne Cathedral
    • Kölsch beer tasting
    Landmarks
    Cologne Cathedral
    Itinerary Image 1
  10. Day 10

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Festive gala dinner on board with shanty choir performance)

    Included Activities

    • Canal tour of Amsterdam
    • Gala Dinner with shanty choir performance

    Optional Activities

    • E-bike tour through Waterland
    • Excursion to Zaanse Schans - windmills, traditional crafts, and Dutch cheese
    Landmarks
    Zaanse Schans
    Itinerary Image 1
  11. Day 11

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam
    Meals
    Breakfast

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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
    Refurbished
    Depth
    1.5m
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Reviews from other tours by Lueftner Cruises

  • Karin
    June 26th, 2026
    it was great the staff we amazing
  • Amanda
    May 25th, 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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  • Karen
    July 14th, 2026
    My first river cruise! The ship was beautiful; the accommodations could not have been better. The entire staff...
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