AmaWaterways 7 Nights Europe

7 Night Swiss Alps & Rhine Castles

AmaSerena • Embarkation: Basel

Voyage Overview

Embark Date 23-May-2028
Disembark Date 30-May-2028
Duration 7 Nights
Vessel AmaSerena

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Basel

EMBARKATION-BASEL, SWITZERLAND - EMBARKATION. Arrive in Basel and settle onto the ship, surrounded by stellar mountain views.

Day 2: Basel

Lucerne Excursion-BASEL. Explore Basel, Switzerland’s third-largest city. Take in its medieval town hall, vibrant market square, and elegant 18th-century homes. Visit a local winery for a more relaxing afternoon activity.

  • Basel-OR Three Countries Bike Tour-BASEL. Explore Basel, Switzerland’s third-largest city. Take in its medieval town hall, vibrant market square, and elegant 18th-century homes. Visit a local winery for a more relaxing afternoon activity.
  • Basel-OR Castle Ruins Hike -BASEL. Explore Basel, Switzerland’s third-largest city. Take in its medieval town hall, vibrant market square, and elegant 18th-century homes. Visit a local winery for a more relaxing afternoon activity.
  • Basel-Klus 177 Wine Tasting-BASEL. Explore Basel, Switzerland’s third-largest city. Take in its medieval town hall, vibrant market square, and elegant 18th-century homes. Visit a local winery for a more relaxing afternoon activity.
  • Basel-OR Basel City Tour-BASEL. Explore Basel, Switzerland’s third-largest city. Take in its medieval town hall, vibrant market square, and elegant 18th-century homes. Visit a local winery for a more relaxing afternoon activity.
  • Day 3: Strasbourg

    "The Gem of the Alsace" Tour-STRASBOURG, FRANCE. Discover Strasbourg, where French and German influences meet. Walk through the fairytale streets of La Petite France and admire the Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame with its famous astronomical clock, or explore the city by biking through its charming streets.

  • Strasbourg-OR Strasbourg Bike Tour -STRASBOURG, FRANCE. Discover Strasbourg, where French and German influences meet. Walk through the fairytale streets of La Petite France and admire the Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame with its famous astronomical clock, or explore the city by biking through its charming streets.
  • Day 4: Ludwigshafen

    "Romantic Heidelberg" Excursion-LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY – RÜDESHEIM. Visit Heidelberg’s medieval streets, iconic castle, and the Great Vat, or hike the Philosopher’s Path for panoramic views. If you’re looking for a more adventurous afternoon, visit Speyer’s UNESCO-listed cathedral and medieval Old Gate, or bike along the Neckar to Ladenburg’s charming town center. Later, ride over to Rüdesheim to experience Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet or savor the town’s signature Rüdesheimer coffee.

  • Ludwigshafen-OR "Secrets of Speyer" Tour-LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY – RÜDESHEIM. Visit Heidelberg’s medieval streets, iconic castle, and the Great Vat, or hike the Philosopher’s Path for panoramic views. If you’re looking for a more adventurous afternoon, visit Speyer’s UNESCO-listed cathedral and medieval Old Gate, or bike along the Neckar to Ladenburg’s charming town center. Later, ride over to Rüdesheim to experience Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet or savor the town’s signature Rüdesheimer coffee.
  • Ludwigshafen-OR Heidelberg Philosopher's Path Hike -LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY – RÜDESHEIM. Visit Heidelberg’s medieval streets, iconic castle, and the Great Vat, or hike the Philosopher’s Path for panoramic views. If you’re looking for a more adventurous afternoon, visit Speyer’s UNESCO-listed cathedral and medieval Old Gate, or bike along the Neckar to Ladenburg’s charming town center. Later, ride over to Rüdesheim to experience Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet or savor the town’s signature Rüdesheimer coffee.
  • Day 5: Rudesheim

    Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet-LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY – RÜDESHEIM. Visit Heidelberg’s medieval streets, iconic castle, and the Great Vat, or hike the Philosopher’s Path for panoramic views. If you’re looking for a more adventurous afternoon, visit Speyer’s UNESCO-listed cathedral and medieval Old Gate, or bike along the Neckar to Ladenburg’s charming town center. Later, ride over to Rüdesheim to experience Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet or savor the town’s signature Rüdesheimer coffee.

  • Rüdesheim-OR Rudesheimer Coffee-LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY – RÜDESHEIM. Visit Heidelberg’s medieval streets, iconic castle, and the Great Vat, or hike the Philosopher’s Path for panoramic views. If you’re looking for a more adventurous afternoon, visit Speyer’s UNESCO-listed cathedral and medieval Old Gate, or bike along the Neckar to Ladenburg’s charming town center. Later, ride over to Rüdesheim to experience Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet or savor the town’s signature Rüdesheimer coffee.
  • Day 6: Rudesheim

    Rüdesheim Gondola Ride & Wine Tasting-RÜDESHEIM. Savor the flavors of Rüdesheim’s iconic vineyards during a wine tasting, take in sweeping views on a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal, hike one of the city’s many vineyards, or join a guided bike tour along the Rhine. In the evening, cruise through the UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge to Lahnstein and enjoy an exclusive evening visit to Lahneck Castle.

  • Rüdesheim-OR Vineyard Fitness Hike -RÜDESHEIM. Savor the flavors of Rüdesheim’s iconic vineyards during a wine tasting, take in sweeping views on a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal, hike one of the city’s many vineyards, or join a guided bike tour along the Rhine. In the evening, cruise through the UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge to Lahnstein and enjoy an exclusive evening visit to Lahneck Castle.
  • Rüdesheim-Scenic Cruising the Rhine Gorge Castles-RÜDESHEIM. Savor the flavors of Rüdesheim’s iconic vineyards during a wine tasting, take in sweeping views on a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal, hike one of the city’s many vineyards, or join a guided bike tour along the Rhine. In the evening, cruise through the UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge to Lahnstein and enjoy an exclusive evening visit to Lahneck Castle.
  • Rüdesheim-OR Lahneck Castle Visit-RÜDESHEIM. Savor the flavors of Rüdesheim’s iconic vineyards during a wine tasting, take in sweeping views on a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal, hike one of the city’s many vineyards, or join a guided bike tour along the Rhine. In the evening, cruise through the UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge to Lahnstein and enjoy an exclusive evening visit to Lahneck Castle.
  • Day 7: Cologne

    Cologne Walking Tour & Kolsch-COLOGNE, GERMANY. Cruise to Cologne and explore the enchanting Old Town on a guided tour, visiting the historic Rathaus, the 12th-century Fischmarkt, and the Great St. Martin Church. End your day with a tasting of the city’s famous Kölsch beer, or for a more active experience, join a guided bike ride along the Rhine.

  • Cologne-OR Cologne Guided Bike Tour -COLOGNE, GERMANY. Cruise to Cologne and explore the enchanting Old Town on a guided tour, visiting the historic Rathaus, the 12th-century Fischmarkt, and the Great St. Martin Church. End your day with a tasting of the city’s famous Kölsch beer, or for a more active experience, join a guided bike ride along the Rhine.
  • Day 8: Amsterdam

    Amsterdam Canal Cruise-AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS. Cruise along Amsterdam’s iconic canals or explore the city on foot, passing gabled houses, narrow bridges, and houseboats, and savor Dutch specialties at a local artisanal café.

  • Amsterdam-OR A Taste of Holland -AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS. Cruise along Amsterdam’s iconic canals or explore the city on foot, passing gabled houses, narrow bridges, and houseboats, and savor Dutch specialties at a local artisanal café.
  • Day 9: Amsterdam

    DISEMBARKATION-AMSTERDAM – DISEMBARKATION. Begin your journey home

    About AmaSerena

    AmaSerena
    • Cruise Line: AmaWaterways
    • Guest Capacity: 2 guests
    • Vessel Type: Luxury River Vessel
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    $4,439
    per person / based on double occupancy
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    Oceanview Cabin: $4,439
    Private Balcony: $6,038
    Luxury Suite: $8,638
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