Grand Rhine & Dutch Canals
14 nights
AmaSofia
18 Dec '27Cruise overview
Immerse yourself in a feast for the senses as you travel through the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France, and Switzerland. Taste rich Belgian chocolates. Listen to the distinctive clanks and charms of mechanical instruments at Utrecht’s Museum Speelklok. Admire the beautiful architecture and artistry of castles that include Utrecht’s de Haar, Brussels’ Gaasbeek Castle, and Ghent’s Caste of the Counts of Flanders. Inhale the aroma of freshly pressed Belgian waffles and Dutch street fries. Experience timeless traditions, from the brewing of Germany’s legendary beers to the making of Rüdesheimer coffee. Glide along the Rhine and through its designated UNESCO World Heritage Site with its 40 castles strung like pearls on its riverbanks. With a diverse array of knowledgeable and gracious local guides sharing each destination’s unique history with you, you’ll return from this cruise having experienced the best of Holland, Belgium, and the Rhine River.
Itinerary
Basel
BASEL, SWITZERLAND – EMBARKATION. After breakfast, bid farewell to Switzerland and prepare for your return flight home. (B)
Basel is a city in northwestern Switzerland on the Swiss, French and German borders. It is located on the bend of the River Rhine and benefits from a Mediterranean climate. It is the third most populated city in Switzerland and has been the commercial hub for Swiss arts and culture since the Renaissance. In 1967 the people of Basel voted to acquire two paintings by Picasso, who was so moved by the Basel people that he donated 3 paintings and a study to the city’s Kunstmuseum (Museum of Fine Arts). Visit the Augusta Raurica, one of the largest Roman archaeology parks in Switzerland, and enjoy a river crossings over the River Rhine by non-motorised ferries. During the summer months, time is spent outdoors, either swimming in the River Rhine, dining al fresco, enjoying open air concerts, cinema, street parties and festivals. Basel is home to over 20 restaurants that have won GaultMillau or Michelin awards, and boasts Switzerland’s largest collection of theatre shows, including modern contemporary dance, touring and puppetry theatre.
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Breisach
Strasbourg
Ludwigshafen
Rüdesheim am Rhein
Monheim am Rhein
Utrecht
Amsterdam
Amsterdam
Hellevoetsluis
Gent (Ghent)
Brussel (Bruxelles)
Antwerp
Dordrecht
Amsterdam
Suite
A generously sized suite with a large sitting area, expansive bathroom, and a full Twin Balcony. Thoughtful touches, enhanced amenities and extra space create a luxurious home-from-home on the river.
Amenities
Ship features
A modern river ship offering panoramic views, refined comfort and AmaWaterways’ signature service.
- Twin-balcony staterooms across multiple categories
- Main restaurant and The Chef’s Table venue
- Heated pool with swim-up bar
- Panoramic lounge and bar
- Fitness room, spa treatment area and walking track
- Complimentary bicycles and guided tours
- All-inclusive dining with wines, beers and soft drinks
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
- Live evening entertainment and lectures
