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The Netherlands is known for its canals and tulip fields. It has access to the North Sea while bordering with Germany and Belgium. The top destinations for this beautiful country are Nijmegen, Rotterdam, Utrecht, and the most famous of all, Amsterdam. Take advantage of higher quality service, our small ship cruises have a better passenger to crew ratio along with luxury cuisine and amenities. Contact our travel specialists to start planning your ideal trip with Adventure Life to the Netherlands today!
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Grossmunster Cathedral, Zurich

The Enchanting Rhine - From Zurich to Amsterdam

12 Days from $5,059
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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Stop in beautiful Basel, Switzerland

Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam-Basel
8 Days from $9,090
Journey along the Rhine in all-inclusive luxury aboard Scenic Crystal. Visit delightful towns and cities along the Rhine river valley, such as Cologne, Koblenz, Mannheim, Strasbourg and Baden-Baden as you cruise from Amsterdam to Basel.
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Stop in beautiful Basel, Switzerland

Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam
8 Days from $4,099
Enjoy this 8-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Explore Alsace’s culinary and winemaking heritage, and visit historic castles and charming cities like Cologne and Strasbourg.
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Keukenhof Gardens

Tulip Time Cruise - Cruise Only

8 Days from $3,199
Cruise through The Netherlands & Belgium in the spring on this unique 8-day round-trip from Amsterdam aboard the MS Amalucia. Visit to a family-run tulip farm, tour greenhouses, and discover over one million tulips in different colors, species, and phases of growth.
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Discover charming Heidelberg

Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam-Basel
8 Days from $7,390
Discover the Rhine region's architecture, history, and natural beauty on this delightful cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, Switzerland. Explore the Black Forest region, wander through Strasbourg, visit Cologne, and much more on this 8-day cruise aboard Emerald Sky.
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Strasbourg

Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

Amsterdam to Basel
8 Days from $2,899
Board the MS Amasiena for an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, Switzerland, discovering the captivating towns along the Rhine River, including Düsseldorf, Rüdesheim, Ludwigshafen, Strasbourg, and Breisach. Highlights of the journey include hiking, canal tours, wine tasting, and visits to ancient castles.
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Cruise the rivers of Germany

Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam
8 Days from $6,790
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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Old city of Koblenz by night

Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich
8 Days from $6,790
Emerald Dawn hosts this exciting 8-day Rhine River cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich. Biking, hiking, and urban exploration tours highlight this journey crossing through the towns of Basel, Breisach, Cologne, Heidelberg, Koblenz, Mannheim, and Strasbourg.
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Koblenz at night

Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam to Basel
8 Days from $9,090
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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Historic Zurich with River Limmat, Switzerland

Rhine & Moselle Fairytales

18 Days from $7,589
Join the MS Amaprima on this unique adventure starting with an 11-night cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich, followed by three magical nights in Zurich. Enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours and in many cases, choose between excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, and hikes.
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MS Amaprima

With ample deck space, signature twin or French balconies in most staterooms, and occupancy for 164 passengers, the MS Amaprima offers a modern and comfortable way to experience the Rhine River of central Europe. Reflective of classic ocean yachts, you'll even find a fitness room, a massage & hair salon, and a unique glass elevator.
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River Cruise Vessel

MS Amalucia

Sister ship to the award-winning AmaLea and AmaKristina, the elegant 156-passenger AmaLucia will be a warm, inviting ship offering plenty of space for guests to unwind when she debuts in 2021.
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MS Amastella

With occupancy for up to 158 passengers, the MS Amastella is one of Europe's newest and most innovative riverboats, featuring a variety of staterooms to choose from (including many with Twin or French Balconies), a lounge, multiple outdoor areas and panoramic sun decks, and even a heated pool with a swim-up bar.
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Scenic Opal

Scenic Opal

Measuring 443 feet in length and carrying just 163 passengers, the luxury vessel, Scenic Opal marries space and intimacy with a sense of exclusivity not regularly found on Europe’s waters. Couple this with a 1:3 crew to passenger ratio and guests can expect attentive service from the minute they step aboard these illustrious river cruise liners.
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Emerald Sky

Emerald Sky

The Emerald Sky offers comfortable accommodations and an unforgettable sailing experience while navigating the Rhine, Main, Danube, and the Moselle Rivers. Sail through some of Europe?s most magical stretches of water and explore many of the continent?s most enchanting cities. The vessel's capacity is an intimate 180 guests and the ship offers a selection of wonderful amenities and features. 
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Emerald Sun

Emerald Sun

The 180-passenger river cruise ship Emerald Sun combines comfortable cabins and contemporary amenities to deliver first-rate trips on European rivers Danube and Rhine.
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River Cruise Vessel

MS AmaSiena

The exquisite 156-passenger AmaSiena, sister ship to the award-winning AmaKristina, is a warm, friendly ship with plenty of space for guests to unwind. Take in panoramic views and lots of fresh air from our opulent twin-balcony bedrooms, which have both a French and an outside balcony.
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Scenic Ruby

The newly renovated Scenic Ruby features four decks including a Sun Deck, Diamond Deck, Sapphire Deck, and Jewel Deck, each of which is home to a number of suites and cabins and a handful of luxury public spaces and dining venues ? including Crystal Dining, Riverview Terrace, Portobellos and the Panorama Lounge Bar.
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Scenic Crystal

Measuring 443 feet in length and carrying just 163 passengers, the luxury vessel, Scenic Crystal marries space and intimacy with a sense of exclusivity not regularly found on Europe’s waters. Couple this with a 1:3 crew to passenger ratio and guests can expect attentive service from the minute they step aboard these illustrious river cruise liners.
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MS Amacerto

This luxurious river cruiser features panoramic views from the sundeck, a pool and swim-up bar, gourmet meals, luxurious lounges, and comfortable rooms for up to 164 passengers.
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Old city of Koblenz by night

How to Choose a Rhine River Cruise (Central & Western Europe)

Dating back thousands of years, Europe was built on the banks of the rivers, and the Rhine River takes you through the heart of it all, as you travel through central Europe, including Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Once you’ve chosen the Rhine River as your river cruise destination, the next big question is: Which Rhine River cruise should I take?
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Visit charming towns on the Moselle River

Choosing the Best European Riverboat for You

As any veteran river cruiser will tell you, which riverboat you choose makes all the difference. With the recent surge in the popularity of European river cruises, competition between the main cruise operators has really improved the quality of the itineraries and river ships across the board, so there aren’t any bad options - it just depends on what you’re looking for on your Europe river cruise.
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Romantic evening light on the Rhine

Best Times to Cruise the Rhine

Late April to early June and September to early October are widely considered the best times to cruise the Rhine River due to ideal weather and crowds, though cruise prices are correspondingly higher during these periods. That said, the decision of when to take a Rhine River cruise is largely a personal preference of weather.
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La Petite district in Strasbourg

10 Favorite Ports on the Rhine River

As travelers cruise down the Rhine River, each day holds new adventures and opportunities to explore central Europe. While there are more than 20 cities and countless destinations that Rhine River cruises visit, these are our favorite ports along the way.
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