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Explore the charming city of Amsterdam and the surrounding areas with Adventure Life's Cultural tours for 2025. With a variety of activities like archaeological site visits, biking, and village visits, you can immerse yourself in the rich history and stunning landscapes of the Netherlands. From the iconic windmills to UNESCO World Heritage sites, these tours offer a unique blend of cultural experiences that will leave you in awe. Delve into the art and history of Haarlem, savor Dutch and Belgian treats, and take in the skyline of Rotterdam. Whether you're interested in exploring bustling markets or enjoying a leisurely river cruise, there is something for every traveler in Amsterdam. Don't miss out on this unforgettable journey - contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Heidelberg
from $7,219
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Rhine & Moselle Delights

15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima
  • Cruise tranquil Lake Lucerne
  • Explore Strasbourg on foot
  • Visit Trier, Germany’s oldest city
  • Admire Amsterdam's beauty
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This 15-day Rhine & Moselle River cruise aboard MS Amaprima takes you from Zurich to Basel to Amsterdam, passing through Germany and France along the way. Hike and bike in the lush Rhine Valley, stroll the "Crossroads of Europe" in Strasbourg, and savor the best wines and beers that have made this region famous.
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Bicycles are a part of everyday life in Europe
from $4,399
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Tulips & Windmills

Amsterdam-Antwerp - 10 Day Itinerary aboard River Princess
  • See panoramic views at A’DAM Tower
  • Visit to the Keukenhof garden.
  • Tour to Kröller-Müller Museum.
  • Visit Kinderdijk Windmill
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Amsterdam / Antwerp
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Embark on the River Princess in Amsterdam for an exciting 10-day river cruise to discover the best of the Netherlands and Belgium. Along the way, you see the unique attractions of Holland, like the extraordinary expanse of tulips at Keukenhof Gardens and the UNESCO-designated windmills at Kinderdijk.
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Brilliant tulips growing near Amsterdam
from $4,199
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Tulips & Windmills

Amsterdam - Antwerp - 10 Day Itinerary aboard River Duchess
  • Explore Haarlem
  • Discover Bruges
  • Visit Enkhuizen
  • Discover Nijmegen
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Amsterdam / Antwerp
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Set sail on a 10-day cruise from Amsterdam to Antwerp aboard the River Duchess, exploring springtime Belgium and the Netherlands, from vibrant tulips to historic sites.
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Stop in beautiful Basel, Switzerland
from $3,699
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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette
  • Discover Alsatian wine villages
  • Visit Marksburg Castle in Koblenz
  • Savor Rieslings at Castle Vollrads
  • Explore Cologne's historic center
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits
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Embark on an 8-day Rhine River cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Discover the charm of medieval towns like Breisach and Braubach, explore the cobbled streets of Strasbourg, and visit the majestic Marksburg Castle. Delight in guided walking tours, bike rides along the Rhine, and panoramic views from cable cars.
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An endless tulip field
from $3,539
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Tulip Time - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto
  • Explore Bruinisse medieval harbor
  • Visit Rotterdam famous landmarks
  • Marvel Amsterdam historic canals
  • Discover Antwerp trendy city
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Amsterdam / Amsterdam
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Festival Visits
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam aboard the MS Amacerto. Discover blooming gardens, iconic windmills, and medieval treasures, and indulge in Belgian chocolates, waffles, and cheeses.
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Fields of tulips stretch as far as the eye can see
from $4,369
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Tulip Time

Roundtrip Amsterdam - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena
  • Visit Bruges medieval heart
  • Walk Antwerp’s streets
  • Explore Ghent’s canals
  • Visit Zierikzee’s harbor town
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Amsterdam / Amsterdam
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Embark on a 10-day cruise with 2 nights Amsterdam aboard the MS Amaserena. Celebrate spring with vibrant blooms at Keukenhof Gardens, explore Kinderdijk's windmills, and enjoy medieval Bruges and Ghent, while savoring Belgian chocolates, waffles, and cheeses.
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Old city of Koblenz by night
from $7,990
2-for-1
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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn
  • Explore Alkmaar's historic charm
  • Sail Rhine’s scenic landscapes
  • Stroll Dusseldorf's vibrant streets
  • Discover Cologne's Gothic cathedral
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Amsterdam / Zurich
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich aboard the Emerald Dawn. Discover Alkmaar’s cheese traditions, Cologne’s Gothic cathedral, the Rhine Gorge’s castles, and the Black Forest’s culinary delights.
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Strasbourg
from $3,049
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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena
  • Take an Amsterdam canal tour
  • Enjoy bike tours and wine tastings
  • Hike up the Philosopher's Path
  • Join a panoramic tour of Strasbourg
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Sail from Amsterdam to Basel on an 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard the MS Amasiena, passing vineyard-clad hills and fairytale castles. Explore charming towns, savor local flavors, and experience the beauty of Alsace, the Black Forest, and beyond.
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Visit beautiful and historic Strasbourg
from $6,419
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena
  • Discover Amsterdam’s charming canal
  • Explore Cologne’s historic treasure
  • Cruise Rhine Gorge’s castles
  • Visit Rudesheim’s scenic vineyards
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Sail aboard the MS Amaserena on a 13-day cruise through Europe, featuring Amsterdam’s canals, Germany’s Rhine Gorge castles, France’s Alsace charm, and Italy’s glamorous Lake Como. Explore five countries and iconic landmarks.
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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
from $3,839
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto
  • Explore Amsterdam’s scenic canals
  • Discover Cologne’s Old Town
  • Cruise Rhine Gorge’s castles
  • Savor Dusseldorf’s crisp Altbier
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard MS Amacerto, exploring Europe's most enchanting Christmas Markets. From Cologne's Gothic cathedral to Strasbourg's festive charm and Gengenbach's giant Advent calendar, embrace the season's magic along the Rhine River.
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Cruise the rivers of Germany
from $6,790
2-for-1
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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Visit a Black Forest village
  • Visit Heidelberg Castle
  • Take a walk to Heidelberg
  • Ride a cable car in Koblenz
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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From Zurich to Amsterdam, the Emerald Sun invites you on this mesmerizing 8-day Rhine River cruise, visiting Basel, Breisach, Cologne, Heidelberg, Koblenz, Mannheim, and Strasbourg. Each day, you can choose how you'd like to explore each of these historic cities, with chances for hiking, biking, and walking tours.
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The warm glow of city lights in Brussels
from $3,839
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Best of Holland & Belgium - Cruise Only

Roundtrip Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella
  • Explore Utrecht's medieval charm
  • Visit De Haar Castle’s grandeur
  • Discover Hellevoetsluis harbor
  • Stroll through historic Ghent
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Amsterdam / Amsterdam
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Sail on an 8-day cruise roundtrip from Amsterdam aboard the MS Amastella, exploring the Netherlands and Belgium's flavors, sights, and sounds. Savor Belgian chocolates, admire grand castles, and glide through Amsterdam's iconic canals.
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Ice skating at a Christmas Market in Zurich
from $6,529
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaviola
  • Explore castles in the Rhine Gorge
  • Cruise scenic canals in Amsterdam
  • Stroll Heidelberg’s Market
  • Discover Cologne’s festive markets
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Amsterdam / Zurich
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Biking, Christmas Market Visits, Hiking, Wine Tasting, Land & Sea Exploration
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Embark on a 14-day cruise with stays in Amsterdam, Lucerne, and Zurich aboard the MS Amaviola, savoring Europe's festive Christmas Markets. Enjoy Gluhwein in Cologne, marvel at Strasbourg's historic market, and witness Gengenbach's giant Advent calendar revealing art daily at 6 PM.
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Holland Tulips
from $4,269
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Tulip Time

10 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella
  • Admire Delft’s famous porcelain
  • Taste Belgian chocolates in Ghent
  • Walk Antwerp’s historic city center
  • Wander Keukenhof’s tulip gardens
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Sail aboard the MS Amastella on an 10-day springtime cruise through the Netherlands and Belgium. Admire blooming gardens, historic windmills, and medieval cities while savoring Belgian chocolates, waffles, and cheeses.
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Ehrenfels Castle on Rhine River near Rudesheim
from $3,149
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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia
  • Explore Heidelberg's castle views
  • Savor Rudesheim's famed Riesling
  • Stroll Strasbourg's streets
  • Discover Breisach's scenic past
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Local Market Visits
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amalucia, exploring cities where rich history meets modern progress. Journey along the scenic Rhine, passing 40 castles, timeless traditions, and inspiring towns like Heidelberg, where Mark Twain wrote A Tramp Abroad.
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Vienna
from $4,039
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia
  • Stroll Heidelberg's festive markets
  • Tour Cologne's historic Old Town
  • Explore Amsterdam's scenic canals
  • Sail the Rhine and visit Rudesheim
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Sail the Rhine on an 8-day holiday cruise, exploring Europe’s most festive Christmas Markets from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amalucia. Sip gluhwein in Cologne, wander Strasbourg’s famed market, and witness Gengenbach’s giant Advent calendar.
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Romantic evening light over Basel
from $7,990
2-for-1
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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn
  • Explore Zurich's vibrant charm
  • Discover Freiburg's Black Forest
  • Wander Strasbourg's medieval street
  • Uncover Koblenz's historic allure
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise aboard the Emerald Dawn, starting in Basel and exploring Europe’s cultural gems. Highlights include Strasbourg, Heidelberg, Cologne, and Alkmaar, each offering rich history and charm.
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Koblenz at night
from $7,790
2-for-1
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Tulips & the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star
  • Explore Breisach landmarks
  • Discover Strasbourg canals
  • Tour Koblenz, a fairy-tale city
  • Explore Cologne, Roman history
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Village Visits
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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Emerald Star through Europe’s scenic treasures. Explore Strasbourg, Koblenz, and Heidelberg, admire Cologne’s Gothic cathedral, and end in Amsterdam with its iconic canals and stunning Keukenhof Gardens.
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