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Basel - Amsterdam - Example 8 Day Cruise aboard S.S. Antoinette
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Embark on an 8-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Explore the enchanting beauty of the Rhine, with Germany on one side and France on the other. Discover Alsace’s rich culinary and winemaking heritage, marvel at historic castles like Rheinstein, and visit charming cities like Cologne, Strasbourg, and Rüdesheim. Taste exquisite white wines in the picturesque villages where they are produced.
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Highlights
  • Stroll Strasbourg’s Old Town, admiring its half-timbered houses and cathedrals
  • Discover Speyer’s Romanesque cathedral dominating the quaint Old Town
  • Visit Marksburg Castle in Koblenz, a well-preserved medieval fortress
  • Explore Cologne’s Old Town with medieval gates and Renaissance architecture
Activity Level: Variable
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
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Day 1: Basel | Embark

Arrive at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, be greeted by a Uniworld representative, and transfer to the ship.

Day 2: Breisach

Breisach is the starting point for exploring the Alsatian wine road and embarking on a journey along the famous Route des Vins, which runs alongside the Vosges mountain range.

This morning, enjoy leisure time as you sail the scenic Upper Rhine to Breisach.

Featured Excursions:
Alsatian Villages
All About Alsace

A special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.

Day 3: Kehl (Strasbourg)

See Strasbourg on foot with an insightful local expert, where this historic town with its cobbled lanes, half-timbered homes, giant stork nests, and impossible-to-resist pastry shops will win your heart. Kehl, directly across the river from Strasbourg, will be your ship’s base while you explore the Alsatian capital. If you’re feeling adventurous, take advantage of Uniworld’s bicycles or Nordic walking sticks and explore the banks of the river.

Featured Excursions:
Strasbourg Panoramic Tour with Cathedral and Old Town Walk
Canals, Cobblestones, and Cathedrals

You have the entire afternoon to see more of Strasbourg on your own.

Day 4: Mannheim (Speyer)

Speyer—“spire” in English—is well named since the four red towers of the Romanesque cathedral dominate the Old Town.

Featured Excursion: Submarines & Space Shuttles

Choose between Private Doktorenhof Vinegar Estate Visit and Tasting or Formula 1 Racetrack or Germersheim’s Secret Garden & Collections.

Day 5: Rüdesheim | Boppard

Experience Germany’s fabled Rhine River in the towns of Rüdesheim and Boppard. Enjoy a private tasting of estate-grown Rieslings at Castle Vollrads, stroll through beautiful Boppard, or hike through some of the most stunning landscapes that line the Rhine.

This morning, cruise out of Rüdesheim and into the sublimely beautiful and romantic Upper Middle Rhine Valley.

Featured Excursions:
Castle Vollrads Wine Tasting
Cable Car Climb to Niederwald Heights
Boppard Stroll with Ice Cream Stop

Choose between Boppard Village Stroll or Let's Go: Rhine Hiking.

Day 6: Boppard | Koblenz

Get to know Koblenz, a historic town with a colorful past and eclectic architecture, and visit the stunningly medieval Marksburg Castle. As you come upon picture-perfect Koblenz, sail past Deutsches Eck (German Corner) with its historic monument to Kaiser Wilhelm I.

Choose between the Rheinstein Castle Visit, The Four Lakes Cable Car, the Koblenz Walking Tour, Let’s Go: Bike Koblenz along the Rhine, or Climbing Forest Koblenz.

Day 7: Cologne

History buffs will enjoy an expertly led tour through Cologne’s Old Town, where three medieval gates remain standing, as does the old city hall with its Renaissance facade. Wander through the city’s historic center and take in its charming atmosphere, narrow alleyways flanked by old houses, and countless breweries. No matter how you explore Old Town, you have ample free time to explore independently.

Featured Excursions:
Cologne Walking Tour
Gargoyles and Chocolate

A special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you in the evening.

Day 8: Amsterdam | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
Disembark the ship this morning and depart for the airport for your flight home.

Ship/Hotel

S.S. Antoinette

S.S. Antoinette Lobby
S.S. Antoinette Grand Salon Bar
S.S. Antoinette L'Orangerie Sky Lounge

Dates & Prices

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Per person starting at
$4,099 2-3 travelers
Rates are dynamic and fluctuate based on capacity. Contact us for a specific quote.

Please confirm embark/disembark locations before reserving flights, as this itinerary operates in reverse on alternating departures.
 
Classic Cabin
Classic
Magnificent appointed riverview stateroom (163 sq ft - 15 sq m) located on the La Countesse Deck. Handcrafted Savoir Beds of England, built-in closet, safe, hair dryer, individual thermostat, flat TV screen and bottled water. Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, waffle bathrobes, and slippers.
French Balcony Cabin
French Balcony
Sumptuous appointed riverview stateroom (196 sq ft - 18.2 sq m) located on the La Duchesse Deck. Handcrafted Savoir Beds of England, built-in closet, safe, hair dryer, individual thermostat, flat TV screen and bottled water. Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, waffle bathrobes, and slippers.
Deluxe Balcony Cabin
Deluxe Balcony
Luxuriant appointed riverview stateroom (196 sq ft - 18.2 sq m) located on the La Princesse with an open-air balcony. Handcrafted Savoir Beds of England, built-in closet, safe, hair dryer, individual thermostat, flat TV screen and bottled water. Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, waffle bathrobes, and slippers.
Suite
Suite
Lavishly appointed riverview suite (294 sq ft - 27.3 sq m) with open-air balcony. Savoir Beds of England, built-in closet, safe, hair dryer, individual thermostat, flat TV screen and bottled water. Marble bathroom with Hermès bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmers, heated mirrors, bathrobes and slippers. Additional amenities and services, are included.
Grand Suite
Grand Suite
Luxurious riverview grand suite (391 sq ft - 36.3 sq m) with open-air balcony, and a spacious living room. Savoir Beds of England, built-in closet, safe, hair dryer, individual thermostat, flat TV screen and bottled water. Marble bathroom with Hermès bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmers, heated mirrors, bathrobes and slippers. Additional amenities and services, are included.

Notes

Please Note: Fares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice.

- All fares are per guest in US Dollars based on double occupancy unless otherwise noted.
- Single Supplement applies for single accommodation. Solo occupancy pricing is dependent on cabin type, contact us for details.
Included
  • 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners
  • 7 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Bilingual English-speaking guide
  • Unlimited Wifi
  • All gratuities, shipboard and shoreside 
  • Bicycles & Hiking Sticks equipment if needed
  • Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Receptions
  • Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks, and mineral water
  • Guided “Do as the Locals Do” and “Let's Go” programs
  • State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions
  • Cultural enrichment, including a Signature Lecture
Excluded
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Airport Tax
  • Port Fees
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Passport or Visa fees

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Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
Meyer Smolen

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