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8 Day Uniworld River Cruise from Basel to Amsterdam 2026
Castles along the Rhine
Starting from $3,599Ship(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 the impressive Rheinstein 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 29, 2026 | S.S. Elisabeth | $3,759 | Call Us! |
| Apr 4, 2026 | S.S. Antoinette | $3,599 | Call Us! |
| Apr 12, 2026 | S.S. Elisabeth | $4,499 | Call Us! |
| Apr 18, 2026 | S.S. Antoinette | $3,779 | Call Us! |
| Apr 26, 2026 | S.S. Elisabeth | $4,679 | Call Us! |
| May 1, 2026 | S.S. Victoria | $5,129 | Call Us! |
| May 10, 2026 | S.S. Elisabeth | $5,129 | Call Us! |
| May 15, 2026 | S.S. Victoria | $5,129 | Call Us! |
| May 24, 2026 | S.S. Elisabeth | $5,129 | Call Us! |
| May 29, 2026 | S.S. Victoria | $5,129 | Call Us! |
| Jun 7, 2026 | S.S. Elisabeth | $5,129 | Call Us! |
| Jun 12, 2026 | S.S. Victoria | $5,129 | Call Us! |
| Jun 14, 2026 | S.S. Antoinette | $4,229 | Call Us! |
| Jun 21, 2026 | S.S. Elisabeth | $5,129 | Call Us! |
| Jun 28, 2026 | S.S. Antoinette | $4,229 | Call Us! |
| Jul 5, 2026 | S.S. Elisabeth | $4,859 | Call Us! |
| Jul 12, 2026 | S.S. Antoinette | $3,959 | Call Us! |
| Jul 19, 2026 | S.S. Elisabeth | $4,859 | Call Us! |
| Jul 26, 2026 | S.S. Antoinette | $3,959 | Call Us! |
| Aug 2, 2026 | S.S. Elisabeth | $4,859 | Call Us! |
| Aug 9, 2026 | S.S. Antoinette | $3,959 | Call Us! |
| Aug 16, 2026 | S.S. Elisabeth | $4,859 | Call Us! |
| Aug 23, 2026 | S.S. Antoinette | $3,959 | Call Us! |
| Aug 30, 2026 | S.S. Elisabeth | $5,129 | Call Us! |
| Sep 6, 2026 | S.S. Antoinette | $4,499 | Call Us! |
| Sep 13, 2026 | S.S. Elisabeth | $5,399 | Call Us! |
| Sep 20, 2026 | S.S. Victoria | $5,399 | Call Us! |
| Sep 27, 2026 | S.S. Elisabeth | $5,399 | Call Us! |
| Oct 4, 2026 | S.S. Victoria | $5,399 | Call Us! |
| Oct 11, 2026 | S.S. Elisabeth | $5,399 | Call Us! |
| Oct 18, 2026 | S.S. Victoria | $5,129 | Call Us! |
| Oct 25, 2026 | S.S. Elisabeth | $4,679 | Call Us! |
| Nov 1, 2026 | S.S. Victoria | $4,229 | 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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