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Captivating Rhine From Amsterdam to Basel March 4-11, 2027


Hosted by Megan Rutherford - Share the Magic Travel

Contoured by vineyard-clad hills and castles from yesteryear, the legendary Rhine captivates. Experience the allure of France’s Alsace region in its welcoming capital, Strasbourg, and its priceless gem, Colmar. Discover Breisach, rising above the vineyards of the Rhine, and Freiburg, one of Germany’s sunniest cities. Fabled towns lost in time present you with the chance to taste local flavors—Rüdesheimer coffee and legendary German beer—and to touch history up close with guided hikes and bike rides. From Amsterdam’s colorful canals to the majestic Swiss Alps, journey into the heart of the destinations you visit.


Countries: Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland

River: Rhine

The Ship - AmaLucia

AmaLucia holds 156 passengers. From comfortable staterooms with twin balconies that keep guests well-connected via Entertainment-On-Demand, free high-speed Internet access and Wi-Fi, to the sunny Main Lounge, where delicious tapas are served throughout the day, guests have everything they need to enjoy their time spent on board.  If an active mood strikes, the sun-deck walking track, pool with swim-up bar, fitness room and complimentary fleet of bikes are available. Click here to learn more!

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Cruise with Megan on the Rhine!

Captivating Rhine: At A Glance

Captivating Rhine: At A Glance

On an AmaWaterways river cruise, you will enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours. In many cases, you will have a choice of excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, hikes and Special Interest Tours. They always include a large variety of activities so that you can choose how you want to explore. No matter your preference, your days will be full of discovery and wonder!

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Our Exclusive Group Rates

Captivating Rhine: At A Glance

Exclusive savings through September 30th, 2025:

- Deposit is $400 per person, with final payment due 90 days prior to sailing.


-Discounted cruise savings per stateroom


-Additional $200 on board credit for guests who book by September 30th, 2025.


See pricing below!

Past guest AMAWaterways discount available to add on to exclusive savings!

Land Program (optional)

Land Program (optional)

Before the cruise, you'll have the option to spend an additional 2 nights in Amsterdam taking in the top sites! 


Or if you want to extend your trip, end the cruise with 2 nights Lake Lucerne & 2 nights Zurich, taking in the breathtaking Switzerland!


Land Package Includes

-Stays at world-class 4- and 5-star hotels conveniently located near the major sites.


-Daily breakfast at the hotel.


-Convenient transfers and portage service between your hotel and river cruise ship.


-The services of one of their extraordinary Cruise Managers throughout your journey.


-Enriching city tours and excursions led by knowledgeable local guides.


Optional Land Package Pricing is as follows:

  • 2 nights Amsterdam (Pre-Cruise) – $1,060 p.p. based on double occupancy.
  • 2 nights Lake Lucerne & 2 nights Zurich (Post Cruise) – $2,160 p.p. based on double occupancy.

Pricing:

*Book by September 30, 2025 and you will receive a $200 on board credit!


  • All pricing based on Double Occupancy
  • Pricing valid until 9/30/25.
  • $280 p.p. Port Charges included as well.

Click here to explore the stateroomsClick here if you're ready to start planning!

What's All Included With AmaWaterways?

Spacious Staterooms

An Array of Amenities

An Array of Amenities

  • 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with twin balconies)


  • Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations


  • Mini-fridge, desk and sitting area


  • Bottled water replenished daily

An Array of Amenities

An Array of Amenities

An Array of Amenities

  • Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes as well as discussions on healthy eating and relaxation techniques, both on board and on shore


  • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs


  • Internet and Wi-Fi access


  • Sun deck pool with swim-up bar and walking track


  • Fitness room, massage services and hair salon


  • Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar


  • Daily entertainment including cultural performances

Award Winning Dining

An Array of Amenities

A WORLD OF EXPLORATION

  • All onboard dining in a variety of venues


  • Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients


  • The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant


  • Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner


  • La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience


  • Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner


  • Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast


  • Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks


  • Tapas, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge

A WORLD OF EXPLORATION

Roundtrip Airport Transfers

A WORLD OF EXPLORATION

  • Immersive tours in every destination


  • Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options


  • Bike tours and hikes


  • Special Interest Tours


  • Knowledgeable guides


  • Personal headset for easy exploration

Roundtrip Airport Transfers

Roundtrip Airport Transfers

Roundtrip Airport Transfers

  • When you book your airfare with AmaWaterways, roundtrip airport transfers to and from the ship will be provided at no extra cost. 

The Itinerary

CAPTIVATING RHINE

Board the ship in Amsterdam for your Captivating Rhine cruise.


There are 165 canals in Amsterdam, and you’ll get enjoy some of them on your canal cruise. Later in the day, set sail out of Amsterdam. (B,L,D)

Excursions:

  • Canal cruise tour 
  • Scenic cruising out of Amsterdam


As a leading hub for German culture, commerce, and architecture, Düsseldorf is a must­visit city for any travelers on the Rhine. Here, you will have multiple options for the day’s excursion. Explore this grand city on the Rhine by joining a walking tour, concluding with a tasting of Altbier, a local specialty brewed using traditional techniques. Or, cover more ground with an active bike tour of the city. If you’re feeling adventurous, take a brief trip to the nearby city of Cologne. Join a full­day tour and visit the enchanting Old Town, where you will see sites such as the Cologne Rathaus, Germany’s oldest town hall; the Fishmarkt, which dates back to the 12th century and the Great St. Martin Church. Alternatively, you may opt to join a guided tour of Cologne later this day in the afternoon. (B,L,D) 

Excursions:

  • Full­ day Cologne tour* 
  • OR Düsseldorf walking tour and Altbier tasting 
  • OR Düsseldorf Bike tour 
  • Cologne walking tour

*Not combinable with other tours this day.


Cruise through the captivating UNESCO­designated Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river before reaching the winemaking town of Rüdesheim*. Join a wine tasting to discover the flavors of the town’s iconic vineyards. Or drink up the stunning views by soaring high above the vineyards with a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal. For a more active adventure, hike through the town’s beautiful vineyards or join a guided bike tour along the scenic Rhine River. Later in the day, let Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet charm you with its remarkable collection of self­-playing musical instruments; or taste one of the town’s special delights, Rüdesheimer coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy, coffee and whipped cream. (B,L,D)

Excursions:

  • Castles along the Rhine scenic cruising 
  • Rüdesheim wine tasting 
  • OR Gondola ride 
  • OR Vineyards hike 
  • OR Guided bike tour of the Rheingau 
  • Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet 
  • OR Rüdesheimer Coffee


Ludwigshafen is your gateway to a choice of three excursions. Visit Heidelberg, the perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany’s Castle Road. Discover the iconic red sandstone Heidelberg Castle and Great Vat, an 18th­century, 49,000­gallon wine cask. For a more active adventure while in Heidelberg, join a guided hike up the Philosopher’s Path, aptly named during the Romantic Period, and enjoy panoramic views of the city. Alternatively, you can visit one of Germany’s oldest cities, Speyer, known for the largest Romanesque cathedral in Europe—a UNESCO World Heritage Site —and the medieval Old Gate, Altpörtel. Or join a guided bike tour along the shores of the river Neckar and enjoy a cycling break to explore the picturesque medieval town of Ladenburg. (B,L,D)

Excursions:

  • “Romantic Heidelberg” excursion 
  • OR “Secrets of Speyer” tour 
  • OR Heidelberg Philosopher’s hike 
  • OR Ladenburg bike tour


Strasbourg offers flavors of both France and Germany because of its borderline location. Enjoy walking through the iconic “La Petite France” district, lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. Wander through charming streets past the Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame with its famous astronomical clock. Alternatively, take a guided bike ride through the city and Parc de l’Orangerie. (B,L,D)

Excursions:

  • “The Gem of Alsace” tour 
  • OR Strasbourg bike tour


Breisach is your gateway to several different excursions. Step back in time with a visit to the enchanting Alsatian town of Colmar, which looks almost the same as it did in the 16th century. On your walking tour, admire historic architecture and perhaps get a glimpse of the Statue of Liberty, a small replica of the famous version in New York, to commemorate the sculptor’s Colmar birthplace. Those wishing for a more active excursion can cycle through the countryside, or hike through the heart of the Kaiserstuhl, a volcanic region in the Rhine plain known for its unique landscapes, vineyards, and exceptional biodiversity. (B,L,D)

Excursions:

  • Colmar walking tour 
  • OR Kaiserstuhl Vineyard hike 
  • OR Breisach wine country bike tour


After breakfast, bid farewell to Switzerland and prepare for your return flight home. (B)

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