10-Day Rhine Cruises
Have you ever thought about getting a local guide to show you around Amsterdam? How about going to the colorful Keukenhof Gardens or painting traditional Dutch clogs on the ship? Walk through the gardens of Schwetzingen Palace and explore the Neustadt district of Strasbourg. Rhine cruises are the perfect mix of culture and relaxation, and there are many places to visit along the river that are just waiting to be explored.
Insider tips: Recommended 10-day Rhine itineraries
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Jewels of the Rhine & Amsterdam 2026 - 10 Days (from Basel to Amsterdam)
The Rhine reveals 9 cities across 4 countries over 10 days, from Basel to Amsterdam. Sailing the Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers aboard Emerald Cruises' Star-Ship, guests visit Heidelberg Castle, Cologne's Gothic cathedral, and attend exclusive evening concerts. 7 nights cruising plus 2 nights in Amsterdam, with rates approx. $880 per day including 22 meals.

Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Southbound) 2026
A captivating 12-destination tour spans 10 days, with 7 nights cruising and 2 nights in Lucerne. Marvel at Amsterdam's canals, Cologne's cathedral, the UNESCO Rhine Gorge with 400-foot-high castles, and Strasbourg's La Petite France district. Daily included excursions offer active, discovery, and classic options.

Amsterdam Netherlands
16 miKeukenhof Netherlands
16 miAmsterdam Netherlands
132 miCologne Germany
62 miRhine Gorge Germany
16 miRudesheim am Rhein Germany
14 miMainz Germany
45 miShow 4 more
Heidelberg Germany
68 miKehl Germany
3 miStrasbourg France
38 miBreisach Germany
34 miBlack Forest Germany
27 miFreiburg im Breisgau Germany
23 miColmar France
37 miBasel Switzerland
48 miLucerne Switzerland
What people love about 10-day Rhine river cruises
- Rhine Experience Netherlands & Belgium 2026 (including Middelburg)
Clean boat, staff efficient, abundant food, but where were the ten destinations
- Classical Rhine Cruise (Basel - Amsterdam) (15 destinations)
The cruise itinerary, comfort, facilities and staff attitude was greatly appreciated. The only negatives were the lack of clear information on where to embark the vessel in Basel and some confusion with tours provided.
- SPECTACULAR RHINE, Cologne – Strasbourg-Basel – Cologne
This was a most excellent experience. The itinerary went at a good pace - walking tours followed by driting down the Rhine. The food was great, the staff were friendly, the Tour Driector,Julia, was awesome. Will definitely take another Cruce Mondon tour!!!

























