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Discover the vibrant city of Amsterdam on our 10 captivating urban exploration city tours for 2025. Surrounded by iconic canals and historic architecture, our Amsterdam city tours offer a journey that seamlessly blends culture, history, and art, providing a deep understanding of this enchanting destination. Over a range of 5 days, you will explore the famous sights and hidden gems of Amsterdam, renowned for its tulip-lined streets and world-class museums. To embark on an adventure that reveals the magic of Amsterdam's charming neighborhoods and picturesque waterways, contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Grossmunster Cathedral, Zurich
from $5,699
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Enchanting Rhine

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima
  • Enjoy panoramic views of Zürich
  • Walk along Lucerne's famous streets
  • Visit the iconic Heidelberg Castle
  • Admire Amsterdam's beauty
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After spending two nights in both Zurich and Lucerne, Switzerland, board the MS Amaprima on an exclusive 7-day Rhine River cruise through the historic old towns and big cities of Germany, the historic borderlands of Strasbourg, France, and finally to Amsterdam in the Netherlands.
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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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Keukenhof Gardens
from $3,539
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Tulip Time Cruise - Cruise Only

Roundtrip Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia
  • Stroll Keukenhof’s colorful gardens
  • Explore Giethoorn’s charming canals
  • Discover Zierikzee’s harbor
  • Visit Bruges’ historic sites
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Amsterdam / Amsterdam
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Local Market Visits, Festival Visits
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Set sail on an 8-day spring cruise from Amsterdam aboard the MS Amalucia, exploring the blooming Keukenhof Gardens, Floralia, and Kinderdijk’s iconic windmills. Savor Belgian chocolates, waffles, and cheeses while discovering the charm of Bruges, Ghent, and Delft.
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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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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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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $2,199
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Rhine Getaway

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises
  • Explore the village of Kinderdijk
  • View the sites of Rüdesheim
  • Discover the Speyer Cathedral
  • Visit resplendent churches
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine, during this 8-day voyage. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From Amsterdam to Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.
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Brilliant tulips growing near Amsterdam
from $3,609
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Tulip Time Cruise

Roundtrip Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision
  • Explore the Hradčany Castle Ground
  • See the historical sites
  • Take a tour of Budapest
  • Take a tour of Melk
  • Explore the city of Passau
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Amsterdam / Amsterdam
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Urban Exploration, Hiking, Biking, Village Visits
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Enjoy an 8-day river cruise from Amsterdam aboard the Avalon Envision. Explore historic cities, Keukenhof's vast gardens, and architectural highlights in Antwerp, Ghent, and Middelburg.
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Koblenz at night
from $9,090
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Rhine Highlights

8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal
  • Wander Amsterdam’s canals
  • Cruise Europe’s beautiful rivers
  • Admire Cologne's cathedral
  • Discover historic Heidelberg
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Amsterdam / Basel
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From Amsterdam to Basel, journey along the Rhine in all-inclusive luxury. Explore Amsterdam's famous canals, relax in the spa town of Baden-Baden, marvel at Cologne's massive cathedral, and explore castles of historic towns along the Rhine river valley.
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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
from $6,729
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella
  • Enjoy Europe's Christmas markets
  • Discover Strasbourgs charm
  • Marvel at Basels historic sites
  • Explore Lucerne's festive markets
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Christmas Market Visits, Land & Sea Exploration
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Sail the Rhine on a 14-day holiday cruise with stays in Amsterdam, Lucerne, and Zurich aboard the MS Amastella. Stroll Europe’s most enchanting Christmas Markets, from Cologne’s Gothic backdrop to Strasbourg’s festive charm and Gengenbach’s giant Advent calendar.
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Koblenz at night
from $10,590
2-for-1
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Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards

Amsterdam - Zurich - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky
  • Explore Strasbourg
  • Discover Germany
  • Explore Amsterdam and Utrecht
  • Explore the Rhine & Moselle rivers
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Embark on an 11-day Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards Cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich on Emerald Sky. Discover landscapes adorned along the Rhine & Moselle rivers. Begin in the Netherlands, and explore Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Kinderdijk. Continue to Koblenz where the rivers meet, and explore Moselle, Strasbourg, and Basel, Switzerland.
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Historic Zurich with River Limmat, Switzerland
from $5,999
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Enchanting Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella
  • Wander Strasbourg’s charming street
  • Discover Basel’s historical gems
  • Stroll medieval walls in Lucerne
  • Explore Zurich’s vibrant history
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Sail the Rhine on a 12-day cruise with stays in Zurich and Lucerne aboard the MS Amastella. Explore vibrant cities, storybook towns, and a UNESCO-listed landscape of castles, breweries, and timeless traditions.
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Cruise through the canals of Amsterdam
from $9,546
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Grand Tulip Cruise of Holland & Belgium

15 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tranquility II
  • Explore vibrant Maastricht
  • Visit Antwerp's Grote Markt
  • Learn the history in Arnhem
  • Take a tour of Liège
  • Explore Zaandam's flower farms
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Amsterdam / Amsterdam
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Board Avalon Imagery II for a 15-day Rhine River cruise of the beautiful blooming fields in Belgium and the Netherlands. Along the way you'll see historical architecture, try local favorite dishes like Limburg pie & Dutch chocolate, and enjoy some exciting tours, including visits to medieval Namur, Antwerp, Brussels, Ghent, and Middelburg.
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Visit charming towns on the Moselle River
from $3,639
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Vineyards of the Rhine & Moselle - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima
  • Tour the romantic Amsterdam
  • Visit Cologne's cathedral
  • Visit Rudesheim's vineyards
  • Admire beautiful castles
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Amsterdam / Luxembourg
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MS Amaprima hosts this exciting 8-day cruise along the Rhine and Moselle. Explore splendid Cologne with its magnificent dome and admire the picturesque Rhine castles on your way to bustling Frankfurt and medieval Heidelberg. Continue to fascinating Koblenz and cruise the beautiful Moselle River Valley to charming Cochem and lovely Bernkastel.
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Romantic evening light over Basel
from $3,939
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena
  • Taste Kölsch beer
  • Visit Cologne Cathedral
  • Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
  • Discover Lake Lucerne
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Discover fairytale castles, historic vineyards and the stunning remnant of a world frozen over with glaciers, Italy’s Lake Como, as part of this all-encompassing Rhine River cruise and land fantasy. Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history.
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View of Strasbourg city
from $2,949
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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia
  • Take an Amsterdam canal tour
  • Enjoy optional excursions
  • Hike up the Philosopher's Path
  • Explore Strasbourg
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Wine Tasting
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Enjoy two days in Amsterdam, then embark on the MS Amalucia for an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, Switzerland, exploring the fascinating towns of Cologne, Rudesheim, Strasbourg, and Breisach along the Rhine River.
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Visit castle ruins in the German countryside
from $4,499
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Grand European Tour

Amsterdam to Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises
  • Discove the Dom,Germany’s cathedral
  • Explore Marksburg Castle
  • Visit the Bishops’ Residenz
  • View Germany’s oldest restaurant
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Amsterdam / Budapest
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Join this 15-day Grand European Tour from Budapest to Amsterdam. Explore the beauty, nature, and architecture of Netherlands, Germany, Austria, and Hungary while sailing along the Danube, Main and Rhine Rivers.
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