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8 Day Uniworld River Cruise from Basel to Amsterdam 2025
Castles along the Rhine
Starting from $3,509Ship(s): S.S. Antoinette, S.S. Elisabeth, S.S. Victoria
River Cruise Description
Cruise along the Rhine—Germany on one side, France on the other. Discover Alsace, whose dual French and German heritage has given it fabulous food and a winemaking tradition that goes back to the Romans. Marvel at castles that were once mighty fortresses and get an insider’s look at one of the only castles on the Rhine that has never been destroyed, Marksburg Castle. Visit historic cities, including ancient Cologne and picturesque Strasbourg; stroll through the fairytale town of Rüdesheim; and taste delightful white wines in the villages where the grapes are grown. Generations Family Program (select sailings): Share the enchantment of this region with the special young people in your life. These cruises not only feature unique, fun-filled adventures for families to enjoy together, they’re also packed with culturally and historically significant experiences designed to spark creativity and lifelong learning.Thanks for your interest!
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I'm sorry, but an error has occurred. Try Again| Departure Date | Ship | Priced From (per person) | |
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| Mar 30, 2025 | S.S. Elisabeth | $4,199 | Call Us! |
| Apr 6, 2025 | S.S. Antoinette | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Apr 13, 2025 | S.S. Elisabeth | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Apr 20, 2025 | S.S. Antoinette | $3,509 | Call Us! |
| Apr 27, 2025 | S.S. Elisabeth | $3,989 | Call Us! |
| May 2, 2025 | S.S. Victoria | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| May 11, 2025 | S.S. Elisabeth | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| May 16, 2025 | S.S. Victoria | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| May 25, 2025 | S.S. Elisabeth | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| May 30, 2025 | S.S. Victoria | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Jun 8, 2025 | S.S. Elisabeth | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Jun 13, 2025 | S.S. Victoria | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Jun 22, 2025 | S.S. Elisabeth | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Jul 3, 2025 | S.S. Antoinette | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Jul 6, 2025 | S.S. Elisabeth | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Jul 17, 2025 | S.S. Antoinette | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Jul 20, 2025 | S.S. Elisabeth | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Jul 31, 2025 | S.S. Antoinette | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Aug 3, 2025 | S.S. Elisabeth | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Aug 14, 2025 | S.S. Antoinette | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Aug 17, 2025 | S.S. Elisabeth | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Aug 28, 2025 | S.S. Antoinette | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Aug 31, 2025 | S.S. Elisabeth | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Sep 11, 2025 | S.S. Antoinette | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Sep 14, 2025 | S.S. Elisabeth | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Sep 21, 2025 | S.S. Victoria | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Sep 28, 2025 | S.S. Elisabeth | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Oct 5, 2025 | S.S. Victoria | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Oct 12, 2025 | S.S. Elisabeth | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Oct 19, 2025 | S.S. Victoria | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Oct 26, 2025 | S.S. Elisabeth | Waitlist | Call Us! |
| Nov 2, 2025 | S.S. Victoria | Waitlist | Call Us! |
River Cruise Itinerary
Day 1 Basel (Embark)
Arrive at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship.Day 2 Breisach
Breisach is your gateway to the Alsatian wine road and your launching point for an excursion along the celebrated Route des Vins, which hugs the foothills of the Vosges mountain range.Day 3 Kehl (Strasbourg)
See Strasbourg on foot with an insightful local expert, where this historic town with its cobbled lanes, half-timbered homes, giant stork nests and impossible-to-resist pastry shops will win your heart. Kehl, directly across the river from Strasbourg, will be your ship’s base while you explore the Alsatian capital. If you’re feeling adventurous, take advantage of Uniworld’s bicycles or Nordic walking sticks and explore the banks of the river.Day 4 Mannheim (Speyer)
Speyer—“spire” in English—is well named, since the four red towers of the Romanesque cathedral dominate the Old Town.Day 5 Rüdesheim, Boppard
Experience Germany’s fabled Rhine River in the towns of Rüdesheim and Boppard. Enjoy a private tasting of estate-grown Rieslings at Castle Vollrads, take a stroll through beautiful Boppard, or hike through some of the most beautiful landscapes that line the Rhine.Day 6 Boppard, Koblenz
Get to know Koblenz, a historic town with a colorful past and eclectic architecture, and enjoy a visit to the stunningly medieval Marksburg Castle. As you come upon picture-perfect Koblenz, you’ll sail past Deutsches Eck (German Corner) with its historic monument to Kaiser Wilhelm I.Day 7 Cologne
History buffs will enjoy an expertly led tour through Cologne’s Old Town, where three medieval gates remain standing, as does the old city hall with its Renaissance façade. Wander through the city’s historical center and take in its charming atmosphere, narrow alleyways flanked by old houses and countless breweries. No matter how you choose to explore Old Town, you’ll also have ample free time to explore on your own.Day 8 Amsterdam (Disembark)
Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for your flight home. Alternatively, you may continue your adventure with our optional post-cruise Amsterdam extension.Need more information?
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