7 Nights Swiss Alps & Rhine Castles - AmaSerena

Day 1 - Amsterdam, Netherlands

Begin your journey along the enchanting Rhine river

Board your luxurious ship in Amsterdam, and use your ample amount of time to explore the city before evening briefings, cocktails, and dinner.

• Embarkation

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Day 2 -  Amsterdam, Netherlands

Drift through Amsterdam’s shimmering canals, where history and beauty entwine, before sailing onward along the Rhine

Experience Amsterdam from the water as you cruise along some of its 165 picturesque canals, admiring the city’s iconic bridges and gabled houses. Later in the day, set sail from Amsterdam and begin your journey along the river.

Choose from a variety of activities to enjoy on your cruise:

• Canal Cruise
• Scenic Cruising

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Day 3 - Cologne, Germany

Delight in Düsseldorf’s elegant cultural offerings and Cologne’s medieval treasure

Cruise along the scenic Rhine to the historic city of Cologne, where centuries of history and charm await. Join your guide for a walking tour through the enchanting Old Town. End your exploration with a visit to a traditional tavern to sample Cologne’s signature Kölsch beer. For adventurous passengers, enjoy a guided bike ride along the Rhine and through the city’s beautiful Stadtgarten park.

Choose from a variety of activities to enjoy on your cruise:

• Cologne Walking Tour and Kolsch Beer Tasting
• Cologne Bike Tour

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Day 4 -  Rudesheim, Germany

Delight in Rüdesheim’s wines, vistas, and charming treasures.

Sail through the stunning Rhine Gorge to Rüdesheim, where you can taste local wines, soar above vineyards by gondola, or explore on foot or by bike. Later, visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet or enjoy a classic Rüdesheimer coffee.

Choose from a variety of activities to enjoy on your cruise:

• Castles Along the Rhine Scenic Cruising
• Wine Tasting
• Gondola Ride
• Vineyards Hike
• Guided Bike Tour of the Rheingau
• Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet
• Rudesheimer Coffee

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Day 5 -  Ludwigshafen, Germany

Roam Heidelberg’s romantic streets lined with castles that will transport you to ancient Rome

Ludwigshafen serves as your gateway to a variety of excursions. Explore Heidelberg’s medieval streets, red sandstone castle, and the Great Vat, or take a more active route hiking the Philosopher’s Path or biking along the Neckar to Ladenburg’s charming Marktplatz. Alternatively, visit Speyer to see its UNESCO-listed Romanesque cathedral and the medieval Old Gate, Altpörtel.

Choose from a variety of activities to enjoy on your cruise:

• “Romantic Heidelberg” Excursion
• Heidelberg Philosopher's Path Hike
• “Secrets of Speyer” Tour
• Ladenburg Bike Tour

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Day 6 -  Strasbourg, France

Stroll Strasbourg’s fairytale streets and see the city’s iconic canals and cathedrals

Wander through Strasbourg’s fairytale streets of La Petite France, admiring the Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame and its famous astronomical clock, or explore the city by bike through charming streets and Parc de l’Orangerie, savoring its blend of French and German influences.

Choose from a variety of activities to enjoy on your cruise:

• “The Gem of Alsace” Tour
• Strasbourg Bike Tour

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Day 7 - Basel, Switzerland

Venture through the Kaiserstuhl’s vineyards and volcanic hills

From Breisach, journey into the storybook streets of Colmar, where 16th-century architecture and quaint corners evoke a timeless charm, and spot a miniature Statue of Liberty honoring the town’s famed sculptor. For a more active adventure, hike through the Kaiserstuhl, a volcanic region of rolling vineyards, lush landscapes, and remarkable biodiversity, where every turn reveals a new vista.

Choose from a variety of activities to enjoy on your cruise:

• Klus 177 Wine Tasting
• Castle Ruins hike

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Day 8 - Basel, Switzerland

Disembarkation