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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps (Amsterdam to Basel)
Tour Description:
Discover fairytale castles and historic vineyards as part of this spectacular Rhine River holiday fantasy. Explore the canal-laden city of Amsterdam in all its seasonal glory, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history. Wander the stalls of France’s oldest Christmas Market in Strasbourg and explore the restaurants, open-air wine gardens, and Christmas Market of Drosselgasse, the cultural heart of Rüdesheim. Sail aboard an elegantly decorated ship through cities and towns brimming with beautiful decor, glittering Christmas trees and holiday spirit. Plus, enjoy festive onboard traditions and an exquisite holiday feast with all the trimmings on every Christmas Markets departure. Encompassing the Netherlands, Germany, France and Switzerland, as well as iconic landmarks and majestic mountain landscapes, this distinctive itinerary is truly a Christmas miracle.
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Dates & Pricing
| Monday 11 Aug 25 — Monday 18 Aug 25 | Starting at $4,239 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 18 Aug 25 — Monday 25 Aug 25 | Starting at $4,339 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 25 Aug 25 — Monday 01 Sep 25 | Starting at $4,539 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 01 Sep 25 — Monday 08 Sep 25 | Starting at $4,639 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 08 Sep 25 — Monday 15 Sep 25 | Starting at $4,639 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 15 Sep 25 — Monday 22 Sep 25 | Starting at $4,639 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 22 Sep 25 — Monday 29 Sep 25 | Starting at $4,639 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 29 Sep 25 — Monday 06 Oct 25 | Starting at $4,639 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 06 Oct 25 — Monday 13 Oct 25 | Starting at $4,639 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 13 Oct 25 — Monday 20 Oct 25 | Starting at $4,539 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 20 Oct 25 — Monday 27 Oct 25 | Starting at $4,439 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 27 Oct 25 — Monday 03 Nov 25 | Starting at $4,239 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 10 Nov 25 — Monday 17 Nov 25 | Starting at $4,139 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 17 Nov 25 — Monday 24 Nov 25 | Starting at $3,939 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 29 Dec 25 — Monday 05 Jan 26 | Starting at $4,039 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 29 Mar 26 — Sunday 05 Apr 26 | Starting at $3,849 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 12 Apr 26 — Sunday 19 Apr 26 | Starting at $4,149 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 26 Apr 26 — Sunday 03 May 26 | Starting at $4,349 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 10 May 26 — Sunday 17 May 26 | Starting at $4,449 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 12 May 26 — Tuesday 19 May 26 | Starting at $4,449 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 19 May 26 — Tuesday 26 May 26 | Starting at $4,649 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 26 May 26 — Tuesday 02 Jun 26 | Starting at $4,449 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 02 Jun 26 — Tuesday 09 Jun 26 | Starting at $4,449 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 09 Jun 26 — Tuesday 16 Jun 26 | Starting at $4,449 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 16 Jun 26 — Tuesday 23 Jun 26 | Starting at $4,449 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 23 Jun 26 — Tuesday 30 Jun 26 | Starting at $4,449 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 30 Jun 26 — Tuesday 07 Jul 26 | Starting at $4,449 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 07 Jul 26 — Tuesday 14 Jul 26 | Starting at $4,449 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 14 Jul 26 — Tuesday 21 Jul 26 | Starting at $4,449 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 21 Jul 26 — Tuesday 28 Jul 26 | Starting at $4,449 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 28 Jul 26 — Tuesday 04 Aug 26 | Starting at $4,449 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 11 Aug 26 — Tuesday 18 Aug 26 | Starting at $4,449 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 18 Aug 26 — Tuesday 25 Aug 26 | Starting at $4,649 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 25 Aug 26 — Tuesday 01 Sep 26 | Starting at $4,749 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 01 Sep 26 — Tuesday 08 Sep 26 | Starting at $5,049 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 08 Sep 26 — Tuesday 15 Sep 26 | Starting at $4,849 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 15 Sep 26 — Tuesday 22 Sep 26 | Starting at $4,849 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 22 Sep 26 — Tuesday 29 Sep 26 | Starting at $4,849 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 29 Sep 26 — Tuesday 06 Oct 26 | Starting at $4,849 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 06 Oct 26 — Tuesday 13 Oct 26 | Starting at $4,849 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 13 Oct 26 — Tuesday 20 Oct 26 | Starting at $4,749 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 20 Oct 26 — Tuesday 27 Oct 26 | Starting at $4,549 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 27 Oct 26 — Tuesday 03 Nov 26 | Starting at $4,449 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 03 Nov 26 — Tuesday 10 Nov 26 | Starting at $4,149 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 10 Nov 26 — Tuesday 17 Nov 26 | Starting at $4,049 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Tuesday 29 Dec 26 — Tuesday 05 Jan 27 | Starting at $4,249 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1
AMSTERDAM – EMBARKATION. Board the ship for your Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps cruise.
Day 2
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.
Day 3
COLOGNE, GERMANY. Enjoy cruising to Cologne, then join a guided tour through the enchanting Old Town, where you will see sites such as the Cologne Rathaus, Germany’s oldest town hall; the Fishmarkt, which dates back to the 12th century and the Great St. Martin Church. End your city tour with a visit to a local tavern to taste its famous Kölsch beer. As an alternative, examine the historic architectural styles on display throughout the Cologne Cathedral during a guided tour. This 13th-century Gothic marvel and UNESCO World Heritage Site was the tallest building in the world at the time of its completion, and the church withstood 14 hits from aerial bombs during World War II. Active guests will want to join a guided bike ride along the Rhine and through the historic Stadtgarten.
Day 4
RHINE GORGE - RÜDESHEIM. Cruise through the captivating UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river before reaching the winemaking town of Rüdesheim. Drink up the stunning views by soaring high above the vineyards with a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal, then join a wine tasting to discover the flavors of the town’s iconic vineyards. For a more active adventure, hike through the town’s beautiful vineyards or join a guided bike tour along the scenic Rhine River. Later in the day, let Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet charm you with its remarkable collection of self-playing musical instruments; or taste one of the town’s special delights, Rüdesheimer coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy, coffee and whipped cream.
Day 5
LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY. Ludwigshafen is your gateway to a choice of four 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 Philosopher’s Path, aptly named during the Romantic Period, and enjoy 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 Old Gate, Altpörtel. Or pedal along the river Neckar to the picturesque medieval city center of Ladenburg and enjoy some free time to explore the shops.
Day 6
STRASBOURG, FRANCE. Strasbourg offers flavors of both France and Germany because of its borderline location. Enjoy walking through the iconic “La Petite France” district, lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. Wander through charming streets past the Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame with its famous astronomical clock. Alternatively, take a guided bike ride through the city and Parc de l’Orangerie.
Day 7
BASEL, SWITZERLAND. Enjoy getting to know Basel, Switzerland’s third largest city. Long an important university, banking and trade center, Basel’s glorious past is still evident in its medieval town hall, richly decorated market square and exquisite 18th-century patrician homes. Tour the city by foot or on a guided bike tour that takes you through three countries: Switzerland, France and Germany. Alternatively, go on a full-day excursion to Lucerne, or opt for one of the morning excursions and visit Lucerne in the afternoon. With either Lucerne excursion, you’ll see its spectacular medieval walls and towers, dating back to the 13th century. (B,L,D)
*Not combinable with other tours on this day.
Day 8
BASEL, SWITZERLAND – DISEMBARKATION. Bid farewell to Basel and prepare for your flight home.
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
