AmaWaterways Rhine Group Cruise 2026
AmaWaterways Captivating Rhine aboard AmaViola

Set sail on a 7-night journey from Amsterdam through Germany, France, and Switzerland. 

Have a desire to enhance your adventure? Consider an optional 2-night pre-cruise stay in vibrant Amsterdam and/or a 4-night post-cruise stay in the picturesque cities of Lucerne and Zurich, Switzerland!

Basel to Amsterdam on AmaWaterways

March 14, 2026 - March 21, 2026

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What is Included?

When you sail with AmaWaterways, you are sailing with family.  

Step aboard, and you will see that each day brings a genuine smile that will warm your heart. Experience a new culture that will inspire you, and enjoy each course as a moment to savor and share. 

Spacious Staterooms
  • 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with twin balconies)
  • Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
  • Mini-fridge, desk and sitting area
  • Bottled water replenished daily
Amenities
  • Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes
  • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land packages
  • Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • Sun-deck pool with swim-up bar and walking track
  • Fitness room, massage services and hair salon
  • Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
  • Daily entertainment including cultural performances
Award-Winning Dining
  • All onboard dining in a variety of venues
  • Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
  • The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
  • Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  • La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
  • Unlimited hand-selected fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
  • Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
  • Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
A World of Exploration
  • Immersive tours in every destination
  • Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
  • Bike tours and hikes
  • Special interest tours
  • Knowledgeable guides
  • Personal headset for easy exploration
  • Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways
Land Packages

(Optional)

Pre Cruise

  • 2 nights hotel in Amsterdam at the Barbizon Palace or Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Hotels (or similar), including walking tour, Zaanse Schans visit and daily breakfast.
  • Transfers between hotel & ship are included

Post Cruise

  • Transfer from the ship in Basel to Lucerne with Basel city tour en route
  • 2 nights hotel in Lucerne at the Hotel Schweizerhof Lucerne (or similar), including walking tour, Lion Monument and daily breakfast
  • Transfer from the hotel in Lucerne to Zurich with scenic Lake Lucerne cruise
  • 2 nights hotel in Zurich at the Hotel Marriott Zurich (or similar), including city tour and daily breakfast
  • Transfers between hotel & ship are included


Air

(Optional)

  • Fixed rates available for your convenience and piece of mind
  • Trusted airlines

  • Transfers to/from the airport included when air is purchased through AmaWaterways