Enchanting Rhine
The Enchanting Rhine is a 7-night AmaWaterways river cruise aboard the AmaViola, departing Basel, Switzerland on October 3, 2027 and arriving in Amsterdam, Netherlands on October 10, 2027. The itinerary winds through Germany and France, calling at Breisach, Strasbourg, Ludwigshafen, Rüdesheim, the Rhine Gorge, Lahnstein, Monheim, Düsseldorf, and Utrecht before concluding in Amsterdam. A wide variety of included shore excursions — from wine tastings and gondola rides to hikes and bike tours — are offered at each port. The ship features 78 staterooms accommodating up to 156 passengers, with categories ranging from Piano Deck fixed-window rooms to full Suites with French and outside balconies.
Enchanting Rhine
7-Night River Cruise | October 3–10, 2027 | Aboard AmaViola
Discover the romance of the Rhine aboard AmaWaterways’ elegant AmaViola. From the cosmopolitan Swiss city of Basel to the iconic canals of Amsterdam, this 7-night river cruise takes you through some of Europe’s most breathtaking landscapes — fairytale castles, terraced vineyards, medieval towns, and vibrant cities.
Itinerary Highlights
- Basel (Day 1): Embark and settle into your elegantly appointed stateroom.
- Breisach (Day 2): Choose a Colmar excursion, Kaiserstuhl hike, or wine country bike tour.
- Strasbourg (Day 3): Join “The Gem of Alsace” guided tour or a city bike tour.
- Ludwigshafen & Rüdesheim (Day 4): Explore Romantic Heidelberg, hike the Philosopher’s Path, discover Speyer’s secrets, or visit Rüdesheim’s famous Mechanical Instrument Cabinet.
- Rüdesheim, Rhine Gorge & Lahnstein (Day 5): Gondola rides, vineyard hikes, scenic gorge cruising past ancient castles, and an exclusive visit to Burg Lahneck.
- Monheim & Düsseldorf (Day 6): Half- or full-day Cologne tours plus Düsseldorf’s Altstadt and Altbier tasting.
- Utrecht & Amsterdam (Day 7): Walking tours, beer tastings, Amsterdam canal cruise, and “A Taste of Amsterdam.”
- Amsterdam (Day 8): Disembarkation.
Onboard Inclusions
- Fine dining in multiple onboard venues
- Unlimited hand-selected wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
- Small group guided shore excursions — Special Interest, hiking and biking tours
- Professionally trained Wellness Host and wellness activities
- Live local entertainment
- Unlimited complimentary Wi-Fi
Onboard Features – AmaViola
- Panoramic Lounge with bar, piano and dance floor
- Walking track, Sun Deck pool with swim-up bar and fitness room
- Hair salon and massage services (additional cost)
- Entertainment-On-Demand: movies, music, English-language TV
- Marble bathrooms, multi-jet showers, bathrobes, slippers and hair dryer
- Individually controlled air conditioning and in-room safe
- Connecting staterooms and triple/quad occupancy available in select staterooms
Stateroom Categories
- Suite – Violin Deck / French & Outside Balcony – 350 sq. ft.
- AA – Violin Deck / French & Outside Balcony – 235 sq. ft.
- AB – Cello Deck / French & Outside Balcony – 235 sq. ft.
- BA – Violin Deck / French & Outside Balcony – 210 sq. ft.
- BB – Cello Deck / French & Outside Balcony – 210 sq. ft.
- CA – Violin & Cello Decks / French Balcony – 170 sq. ft.
- CB – Violin Deck / French Balcony – 155 sq. ft.
- D – Piano Deck / Fixed Windows – 160 sq. ft.
- E – Piano Deck / Fixed Windows – 160 sq. ft.
Special Promotion – Reserve by October 31, 2026
Save $1,250 per person off the cruise fare. Cruise fares from $3,729 per person (regularly $4,979 pp). Additional rewards for Balcony and Suite guests including prepaid gratuities, onboard credit, and complimentary laundry. Complimentary one cabin category upgrade (Cat. C/CB and above, subject to availability).
All rates are per person in USD, based on double occupancy in a Category E stateroom. Port charges of $280 per person included. Terms and conditions apply.
Details
- Cruise Line
- AmaWaterways
- Ship Name
- AmaViola
- Departure Port
- Basel, Switzerland
- Arrival Port
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Nights
- 7
What's Included
- 7-night river cruise in elegantly appointed accommodations
- Fine dining on board in multiple venues
- Unlimited hand-selected wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch/dinner
- Small group guided shore excursions including Special Interest, hiking and biking tours
- Professionally trained Wellness Host leading wellness activities
- Live local entertainment
- Unlimited complimentary Wi-Fi access
- Complimentary one cabin category upgrade (Cat. C/CB and above, subject to availability)
- Prepaid Gratuities (Balcony Stateroom)
- Complimentary Prepaid Gratuities (Suite)
- $50 per person Onboard Credit (Suite)
- One complimentary bag of laundry per week (Suite)
Pricing
| Option | Price | Departure | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cruise fare per person (Cat. E, double occupancy) – Early Booking Rate | USD 3,729.00 | 2027-10-03 | 2027-10-10 |
| Cruise fare per person (Cat. E, double occupancy) – Standard Rate | USD 4,979.00 | 2027-10-03 | 2027-10-10 |
Itinerary
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Day 1: Basel – Embarkation
Board the AmaViola in Basel, Switzerland and settle into your elegantly appointed stateroom.
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Day 2: Breisach
Choose from a Colmar excursion, a Kaiserstuhl hike, or a Breisach wine country bike tour.
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Day 3: Strasbourg
Explore \\\'The Gem of Alsace\\\' on a guided tour or join a Strasbourg bike tour.
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Day 4: Ludwigshafen & Rüdesheim
In Ludwigshafen, enjoy the \\\'Romantic Heidelberg\\\' excursion, Heidelberg Philosopher\\\'s Path hike, \\\'Secrets of Speyer\\\' tour, or a Ladenburg bike tour. In Rüdesheim, visit Siegfried\\\'s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet or enjoy a Rüdesheimer coffee.
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Day 5: Rüdesheim, Rhine Gorge & Lahnstein
Morning in Rüdesheim with a gondola ride and wine tasting, vineyard hike, or guided bike tour of the Rheingau. Enjoy scenic cruising through the Rhine Gorge with its castles. Exclusive visit to Burg Lahneck in Lahnstein.
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Day 6: Monheim & Düsseldorf
Half-day or full-day Cologne tour from Monheim. In Düsseldorf, enjoy a walking tour with Altbier tasting or a bike tour.
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Day 7: Utrecht & Amsterdam
Walking tour or beer tasting in Utrecht. Arrive in Amsterdam with scenic cruising, a canal cruise, or \\\'A Taste of Amsterdam\\\' excursion.
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Day 8: Amsterdam – Disembarkation
Disembark in Amsterdam.