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13 Night Captivating Rhine Cruise and Land Tour from Amsterdam
Ship: AmaLucia
Cruise Line: AMA Waterways
Sailed: Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024 from Amsterdam, Netherlands
Ended: Monday, Nov 11, 2024
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024
departure of the AmaLucia. If AMA Waterways modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing
, the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Follow your guide through the charming capital of the Netherlands, with its iconic meandering canals, bridges, and distinctive architecture. (B)
Day 3 - Thursday - Oct 31, 2024
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Zaanse Schans, Netherlands
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Cruise Begins
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Check out of your hotel and, before transferring to your ship, visit Zaanse Schans, observing life as it used to be lived in the Netherlands. Authentic windmills, houses, and shops were relocated to this picturesque area, creating a typical 17th- to 18th-century village. (B,D)
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Arrive in Amsterdam and board your luxurious river cruise ship. (D)
Day 4 - Friday - Nov 1, 2024
Amsterdam, Netherlands
There are 165 canals in Amsterdam, and you'll get enjoy some of them on your canal cruise. Later in the day, set sail out of Amsterdam. (B,L,D)
Day 5 - Saturday - Nov 2, 2024
Cologne, Germany
Enjoy cruising to Cologne, home to one of Germany's most revered Gothic masterpieces, the Cologne Cathedral. Join a guided tour through the Old Town and explore the UNESCO-designated cathedral. Continue to the Cologne Rathaus, Germany's oldest town hall, the Overstolzenhaus and the Festival Hall. For a different view of the city, visit a local tavern to taste its famous Kolsch beer, only made in Cologne, and Reibekuchen, potato pancakes typically served with apple sauce. Active adventurists will want to join a guided bike ride along the Rhine and through the historic Stadtgarten. (B,L,D)
Day 6 - Sunday - Nov 3, 2024
Rhine Gorge, Germany
Rudesheim, Germany
Cruise through the captivating UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river before reaching the winemaking town of Rudesheim. Drink up the stunning views by soaring high above the vineyards with a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal Statue and afterwards be treated to a wine tasting. For a more active adventure, hike through the town's beautiful vineyards or join a guided bike tour along the scenic Rhine River to Schloss Johannisberg. Later in the day, let Siegfried's Mechanical Music Museum charm you with its remarkable collection of self-playing musical instruments; or taste one of the town's special delights, Rudesheimer Kaffee, ceremoniously made with brandy, coffee, and whipped cream. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Monday - Nov 4, 2024
Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
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Heidelberg, Germany
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Ludwigshafen, Germany, Germany
Ludwigshafen is your gateway to a choice of three excursions. Visit Heidelberg, the perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany's Castle Road. Discover the iconic red sandstone Heidelberg Castle and Great Vat, an 18th-century 49,000-gallon wine cask. For a more active adventure while in Heidelberg, join a guided hike up the Philosophers' Path, aptly named during the Romantic Period, and be rewarded with panoramic views of the city. Alternatively, you can visit one of Germany's oldest cities, Speyer, known for the largest Romanesque cathedral in Europe-a UNESCO World Heritage Site-and the medieval Altportel (Old Gate). (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Tuesday - Nov 5, 2024
Strasbourg, France
Strasbourg, the capital city of Alsace, offers flavors of both France and Germany because of its borderline location. Enjoy a panoramic tour past the stunning Parc de l'Orangerie, the European Parliament, and the Place de la Republique before walking through its iconic "La Petite France" district, which appears to have been lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. Wander through these charming streets and past the Cathedrale Notre-Dame with its famous astronomical clock. Alternatively, the active adventurer can take a guided bike ride through the city and Parc de l'Orangerie. (B,L,D)
Day 9 - Wednesday - Nov 6, 2024
Breisach, Germany
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Riquewihr, France
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Breisach, Germany
Breisach is your gateway to several different excursions. Step back in time with a visit to the enchanting Alsatian town of Riquewihr, which looks almost the same as it did in the 16th century. On your walking tour, admire historic architecture and famous sights, such as the Dolder Tower. Alternatively, head to Freiburg, founded in 1120 and home to the Freiburg's Munster, a Gothic cathedral said to have "the most beautiful spire on earth". Those wishing a more active excursion can cycle through the countryside, or hike in the Black Forest, a magical land full of cultural traditions. (B,L,D)
Day 10 - Thursday - Nov 7, 2024
Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
Disembark after breakfast. (B)
Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
Cruise Ends
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Lucerne, Switzerland
Disembark the ship and, before transferring to Lucerne, go on a highlights tour of Basel. Once in Lucerne, visit the iconic Lion Monument, sculpted in memory of the Swiss Guards massacred during the French Revolution. Later, check into your hotel and enjoy a leisurely evening. (B)
Day 11 - Friday - Nov 8, 2024
Lucerne, Switzerland
Discover Lucerne's unrivaled beauty on a walking tour that includes the spectacular medieval walls and towers, dating back to the 13th century. There are a total of nine towers, including one featuring the oldest clock in the city. (B)
Day 12 - Saturday - Nov 9, 2024
Lucerne, Switzerland
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Zurich, Switzerland
Check out of your hotel and transfer via motorcoach to Zurich, traveling past scenic landscapes and Alpine lakes. Once in Zurich, enjoy a scenic lake cruise before checking into your hotel. (B)
Day 13 - Sunday - Nov 10, 2024
Zurich, Switzerland
Switzerland's largest city, Zurich, seamlessly blends its historic past with its progressive future-all of which will be on full display during your city tour. One of the top experiences in Zurich is a visit to Old Town where you will find yourself amongst medieval houses, churches, and the modern Bahnhofstrasse. (B)
Day 14 - Monday - Nov 11, 2024
Zurich, Switzerland
After breakfast, bid farewell to Switzerland and prepare for your return flight home. (B)
