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One Week in Basel

All 7 Day Basel Tours Itineraries, Tours & Packages 2021/2022
Plan an amazing trip for Basel one week itinerary. Explore 56 Basel 7 day trips from 28 experts with 14 reviews. Classic and off the beaten path itineraries.

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Essential Europe
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France
Italy
Switzerland
United Kingdom
England
Basel
Bellinzona
Florence
Lucerne
Paris
Rome
Tuscany
Venice
Burgundy
London
By Globus
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
Group tour
Trip Pace
You will have solid amounts of both free time and structured time with some activities and meals included.
Balanced schedule
Accommodation
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Standard
Physical Level
Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
1- Very easy
$ 3,749
From : $ 4,845
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9 days
$ 417 / day
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50 plus, Cultural

Itinerary Focus:

Classic Highlights

Highlights

  • Rome : Welcome dinner at a local restaurant; guided sightseeing, visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Square and Basilica, and the Colosseum
  • Florence : Guided walking tour, visit Michelangelo’s David and Signoria Square; pizza party at Finisterrae restaurant
  • Venice : Private boat ride; visit St. Mark’s Square; glassblower demonstration; pasta dinner at local restaurant; private water-taxi ride through the Grand Canal
  • Bellinzona: Visit the Castelgrande courtyard and enjoy a light lunch with wine
  • Lucerne : Walking tour including the Lion Monument and the Chapel Bridge
  • Paris : Guided sightseeing, enjoy a Seine cruise
  • Paris–london: By high-speed Eurostar train
  • London: Guided sightseeing, visit St. Paul’s Cathedral
  • Rome, Florence, Venice, Lucerne, Paris, and London—these exciting and vibrant cities await you on this thrilling European tour
  • Guided sightseeing tours will highlight the must-see attractions in each city, including the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and the Colosseum in Rome; the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence, where you will see Michelangelo's famous David; the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne, dating back to the 14th century; a Seine cruise in Paris, where you’ll enjoy great views of Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower; and St
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German Grandeur (Eastbound)
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France
Germany
Switzerland
Czech Republic
Bamberg
Basel
Boppard
Frankfurt
Nuremberg
Rudesheim
Strasbourg
Zurich
Munich
Prague
Heidelberg
Heidelberg Castle
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
River cruise
Trip Pace
A lot of free time, with very few inclusions. Ideal for independent and/or low-key travelers and cruisers.
Flexible schedule
Accommodation
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Standard
Physical Level
Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
1- Very easy
$ 4,199
From : $ 5,331
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9 days
$ 467 / day
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50 plus, Cultural, Small Ship Cruise

Flights & Transport:

Ground transport included

Itinerary Focus:

Classic Highlights

Highlights

  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Choice of excursion to Black Forest or visit to a local winery in Breisach or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided tour, visit to La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral or visit to Freiburg or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, cable-car ride to the Niederwald Monument in Rüdesheim, or a hike in the vineyards with your Adventure Host; scenic cruising through the Rhine Gorge; time at leisure in Boppard
  • In Frankfurt choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host or guided tour in Seligenstadt
  • Guided walking tour
  • Choice of guided tour, visit to the Bishop’s Residenz or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of guided tour, see the Old Town Hall or bike with your Adventure Host
  • See the grandeur of Germany on a European river cruise through its most picturesque destinations along the Main and Rhine Rivers
  • Your picturesque European river cruise begins on the Rhine River in Basel, Switzerland
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The Best of the Rhine
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France
Germany
Switzerland
Basel
Frankfurt
Strasbourg
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
River cruise
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Standard
Physical Level
Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
1- Very easy
$ 2,299
From : $ 2,989
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5 days
$ 460 / day
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Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Small Ship Cruise

Itinerary Focus:

Classic Highlights

Highlights

  • Onboard welcome reception
  • Cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei.
  • Choice of guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral or bike with your Adventure Host
  • Choice of excursion to Black Forest or visit to a local winery in Breisach or Freiburg guided tour
  • Discover extraordinary destinations in Germany, France, and Switzerland on this Rhine River cruise to sample local charms and traditions from Frankfurt to Basel
  • Relax on the Sky Deck and pass through the dramatic Rhine Gorge—the most beautiful view of the Rhine River where ancient castles stand on cliffs 400 feet above the water
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Christmas Markets Along the Rhine  - Southbound 2025
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France
Germany
Switzerland
Heidelberg
Lucerne
Strasbourg
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
River cruise
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- Easy
$ 3,690
8 days
$ 461 / day
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Themes

Small Ship Cruise

Highlights

  • Travel along the Rhine for the holiday season
  • from Düsseldorf to Basel aboard ms Inspire
  •  both perfect ways to capture all the magic of Christmas Markets in Germany and France. Along with all the inclusions that are part of every Tauck river cruise
  • Tauck's Christmas market experience wows you with special holiday touches like an onboard tree-trimming party... glühwein and other treats aboard the riverboat
  • decorated in a festive seasonal theme... a traditional European Christmas dinner with all the fixings... special evenings of onboard holiday-themed entertainment... walking in the footsteps of celebrities at the Kurhaus casino in Baden-Baden... a lecture on Alsatian storytelling traditions in Strasbourg... a cookie-making demonstration and a visit to the fanciful Siegfried's Mechanisches Musikkabinett in Rüdesheim... a traditional German lunch in Heidelberg and much more!
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Christmas Markets Along the Rhine  - Southbound 2024
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France
Germany
Switzerland
Heidelberg
Lucerne
Strasbourg
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
River cruise
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- Easy
$ 3,690
8 days
$ 461 / day
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Small Ship Cruise

Highlights

  • Travel along the Rhine for the holiday season
  • from Düsseldorf to Basel aboard ms Inspire
  •  both perfect ways to capture all the magic of Christmas Markets in Germany and France. Along with all the inclusions that are part of every Tauck river cruise
  • Tauck's Christmas market experience wows you with special holiday touches like an onboard tree-trimming party... glühwein and other treats aboard the riverboat
  • decorated in a festive seasonal theme... a traditional European Christmas dinner with all the fixings... special evenings of onboard holiday-themed entertainment... walking in the footsteps of celebrities at the Kurhaus casino in Baden-Baden... a lecture on Alsatian storytelling traditions in Strasbourg... a cookie-making demonstration and a visit to the fanciful Siegfried's Mechanisches Musikkabinett in Rüdesheim... a traditional German lunch in Heidelberg and much more!
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Christmas Markets Along the Rhine - Northbound 2024
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France
Germany
Switzerland
Heidelberg
Lucerne
Strasbourg
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
River cruise
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- Easy
$ 3,690
8 days
$ 461 / day
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Themes

Small Ship Cruise

Highlights

  • Travel along the Rhine for the holiday season
  • from Basel to Köln and Düsseldorf aboard ms Inspire
  •  both perfect ways to capture all the magic of Christmas Markets in Germany and France. Along with all the inclusions that are part of every Tauck river cruise
  • Tauck's Christmas market experience wows you with special holiday touches like an onboard tree-trimming party... glühwein and other treats aboard the riverboat
  • decorated in a festive seasonal theme... a traditional European Christmas dinner with all the fixings... special evenings of onboard holiday-themed entertainment... walking in the footsteps of celebrities at the Kurhaus casino in Baden-Baden... a lecture on Alsatian storytelling traditions in Strasbourg... a cookie-making demonstration and a visit to the fanciful Siegfried's Mechanisches Musikkabinett in Rüdesheim... a traditional German lunch in Heidelberg and much more!
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Castles on the Rhine: Family Riverboat Adventure - Northbound 2025
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France
Netherlands
Switzerland
Germany
Amsterdam
Lucerne
Strasbourg
Heidelberg
Koblenz
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
Small group tour
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
$ 5,190
8 days
$ 649 / day
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Family Friendly

Highlights

  • Create cherished family memories on our unforgettable Basel to Amsterdam riverboat cruise along the Rhine River
  • exploring Switzerland
  • France
  • Germany and The Netherlands for an adventure unlike any other. Family travel experiences include a bicycle ride through forests and vineyards along the Rhine riverside; Swiss folklore and more in lakeside Lucerne; a ride aboard the world's steepest cogwheel train to the top of Mt. Pilatus in the Swiss Alps; exploring the fascinating ruins of hilltop Heidelberg Castle in the medieval university town of Heidelberg; learning about the Lorelei and other Rhine River legends while keeping an eye out for fairy tale castles; discovering the art treasures and historic canals of Amsterdam; an exclusive gala dinner for Tauck guests only at Burg Satzvey
  • a medieval moated castle in Germany; becoming 'French for a Day' with French language lessons
  • songs
  • and a chocolate tasting; and much more!
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Castles on the Rhine: Family Riverboat Adventure - Southbound 2024
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France
Germany
Netherlands
Switzerland
Amsterdam
Heidelberg
Koblenz
Lucerne
Strasbourg
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
Small group tour
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
$ 5,190
8 days
$ 649 / day
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Family Friendly

Highlights

  • Create cherished family memories on our unforgettable Basel to Amsterdam riverboat cruise along the Rhine River between aboard ms Grace
  • visiting Switzerland
  • France
  • Germany and The Netherlands for an adventure unlike any other. Family travel experiences include a bicycle ride through forests and vineyards along the Rhine riverside; Swiss folklore and more in lakeside Lucerne; a ride aboard the world's steepest cogwheel train to the top of Mt. Pilatus in the Swiss Alps; exploring the fascinating ruins of hilltop Heidelberg Castle in the medieval university town of Heidelberg; learning about the Lorelei and other Rhine River legends while keeping an eye out for fairy tale castles; discovering the art treasures and historic canals of Amsterdam; an exclusive gala dinner for Tauck guests only at Burg Satzvey
  • a medieval moated castle in Germany; becoming 'French for a Day' with French language lessons
  • songs
  • and a chocolate tasting; and much more!
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The Romantic Rhine: Amsterdam to Basel  - Southbound 2024
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France
Germany
Netherlands
Switzerland
Amsterdam
Koblenz
Strasbourg
Heidelberg
Lucerne
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
River cruise
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- Easy
$ 5,690
8 days
$ 711 / day
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Small Ship Cruise

Highlights

  • Along the river Rhine… where mountains rise abruptly from the water's edge
  • ancient castles perch aloft
  • keeping watch over comings and goings
  • gentle valleys and ancient winelands lure
  • spas give respite
  • cathedrals speak to powerful times
  • plains and woods catch the eye
  • and a river travels
  • connecting centuries of history
  • cities of the arts and crossroads of thought. Discover the heritage and beauty of the River Rhine on our 7-night Basel – Amsterdam river cruise aboard ms Grace. Visit the Netherlands
  • Germany
  • France and Switzerland
  • exploring regional delights in the historic cities
  • towns and countryside linked by the Rhine. Set your own pace with choices along the way: castle visits
  • bicycling
  • mountain heights
  • a spa resort and more.
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Castles on the Rhine: Family Riverboat Adventure - Southbound 2025
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France
Germany
Netherlands
Switzerland
Amsterdam
Heidelberg
Koblenz
Lucerne
Strasbourg
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
Small group tour
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
$ 5,190
8 days
$ 649 / day
Updated recent
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Themes

Family Friendly

Highlights

  • Create cherished family memories on our unforgettable Basel to Amsterdam riverboat cruise along the Rhine River between aboard ms Grace
  • visiting Switzerland
  • France
  • Germany and The Netherlands for an adventure unlike any other. Family travel experiences include a bicycle ride through forests and vineyards along the Rhine riverside; Swiss folklore and more in lakeside Lucerne; a ride aboard the world's steepest cogwheel train to the top of Mt. Pilatus in the Swiss Alps; exploring the fascinating ruins of hilltop Heidelberg Castle in the medieval university town of Heidelberg; learning about the Lorelei and other Rhine River legends while keeping an eye out for fairy tale castles; discovering the art treasures and historic canals of Amsterdam; an exclusive gala dinner for Tauck guests only at Burg Satzvey
  • a medieval moated castle in Germany; becoming 'French for a Day' with French language lessons
  • songs
  • and a chocolate tasting; and much more!
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Christmas Markets Along the Rhine  - Southbound 2024
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France
Germany
Switzerland
Heidelberg
Lucerne
Strasbourg
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
River cruise
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- Easy
$ 3,690
8 days
$ 461 / day
Updated recent
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Themes

Small Ship Cruise

Highlights

  • Travel along the Rhine for the holiday season
  • from Düsseldorf to Basel aboard ms Inspire
  •  both perfect ways to capture all the magic of Christmas Markets in Germany and France. Along with all the inclusions that are part of every Tauck river cruise
  • Tauck's Christmas market experience wows you with special holiday touches like an onboard tree-trimming party... glühwein and other treats aboard the riverboat
  • decorated in a festive seasonal theme... a traditional European Christmas dinner with all the fixings... special evenings of onboard holiday-themed entertainment... walking in the footsteps of celebrities at the Kurhaus casino in Baden-Baden... a lecture on Alsatian storytelling traditions in Strasbourg... a cookie-making demonstration and a visit to the fanciful Siegfried's Mechanisches Musikkabinett in Rüdesheim... a traditional German lunch in Heidelberg and much more!
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Christmas Markets Along the Rhine - Northbound 2024
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France
Germany
Switzerland
Heidelberg
Lucerne
Strasbourg
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
River cruise
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- Easy
$ 3,690
8 days
$ 461 / day
Updated recent
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Themes

Small Ship Cruise

Highlights

  • Travel along the Rhine for the holiday season
  • from Basel to Köln and Düsseldorf aboard ms Inspire
  •  both perfect ways to capture all the magic of Christmas Markets in Germany and France. Along with all the inclusions that are part of every Tauck river cruise
  • Tauck's Christmas market experience wows you with special holiday touches like an onboard tree-trimming party... glühwein and other treats aboard the riverboat
  • decorated in a festive seasonal theme... a traditional European Christmas dinner with all the fixings... special evenings of onboard holiday-themed entertainment... walking in the footsteps of celebrities at the Kurhaus casino in Baden-Baden... a lecture on Alsatian storytelling traditions in Strasbourg... a cookie-making demonstration and a visit to the fanciful Siegfried's Mechanisches Musikkabinett in Rüdesheim... a traditional German lunch in Heidelberg and much more!
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Castles on the Rhine: Family Riverboat Adventure - Northbound 2024
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France
Netherlands
Switzerland
Germany
Amsterdam
Lucerne
Strasbourg
Heidelberg
Koblenz
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
Small group tour
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
$ 5,190
8 days
$ 649 / day
Updated recent
COVID caused many tour operators to change and reduce availability for some itineraries. Some operators experiencing financial challenges are short staffed and have not kept their trips updated as frequently.
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Themes

Family Friendly

Highlights

  • Create cherished family memories on our unforgettable Basel to Amsterdam riverboat cruise along the Rhine River
  • exploring Switzerland
  • France
  • Germany and The Netherlands for an adventure unlike any other. Family travel experiences include a bicycle ride through forests and vineyards along the Rhine riverside; Swiss folklore and more in lakeside Lucerne; a ride aboard the world's steepest cogwheel train to the top of Mt. Pilatus in the Swiss Alps; exploring the fascinating ruins of hilltop Heidelberg Castle in the medieval university town of Heidelberg; learning about the Lorelei and other Rhine River legends while keeping an eye out for fairy tale castles; discovering the art treasures and historic canals of Amsterdam; an exclusive gala dinner for Tauck guests only at Burg Satzvey
  • a medieval moated castle in Germany; becoming 'French for a Day' with French language lessons
  • songs
  • and a chocolate tasting; and much more!
More
Christmas Markets Along the Rhine - Northbound 2025
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France
Germany
Switzerland
Heidelberg
Lucerne
Strasbourg
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
River cruise
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- Easy
$ 3,690
8 days
$ 461 / day
Updated recent
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Themes

Small Ship Cruise

Highlights

  • Travel along the Rhine for the holiday season
  • from Basel to Köln and Düsseldorf aboard ms Inspire
  •  both perfect ways to capture all the magic of Christmas Markets in Germany and France. Along with all the inclusions that are part of every Tauck river cruise
  • Tauck's Christmas market experience wows you with special holiday touches like an onboard tree-trimming party... glühwein and other treats aboard the riverboat
  • decorated in a festive seasonal theme... a traditional European Christmas dinner with all the fixings... special evenings of onboard holiday-themed entertainment... walking in the footsteps of celebrities at the Kurhaus casino in Baden-Baden... a lecture on Alsatian storytelling traditions in Strasbourg... a cookie-making demonstration and a visit to the fanciful Siegfried's Mechanisches Musikkabinett in Rüdesheim... a traditional German lunch in Heidelberg and much more!
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The Romantic Rhine: Amsterdam to Basel  - Southbound 2025
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France
Germany
Netherlands
Switzerland
Amsterdam
Heidelberg
Koblenz
Lucerne
Strasbourg
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
River cruise
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- Easy
$ 5,690
8 days
$ 711 / day
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Themes

Small Ship Cruise

Highlights

  • Along the river Rhine… where mountains rise abruptly from the water's edge
  • ancient castles perch aloft
  • keeping watch over comings and goings
  • gentle valleys and ancient winelands lure
  • spas give respite
  • cathedrals speak to powerful times
  • plains and woods catch the eye
  • and a river travels
  • connecting centuries of history
  • cities of the arts and crossroads of thought. Discover the heritage and beauty of the River Rhine on our 7-night Basel – Amsterdam river cruise aboard ms Grace. Visit the Netherlands
  • Germany
  • France and Switzerland
  • exploring regional delights in the historic cities
  • towns and countryside linked by the Rhine. Set your own pace with choices along the way: castle visits
  • bicycling
  • mountain heights
  • a spa resort and more.
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Christmas Markets Along the Rhine  - Southbound 2023
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France
Germany
Switzerland
Heidelberg
Lucerne
Strasbourg
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
River cruise
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- Easy
$ 3,290
8 days
$ 411 / day
Updated mayoutdated
COVID caused many tour operators to change and reduce availability for some itineraries. Some operators experiencing financial challenges are short staffed and have not kept their trips updated as frequently.
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Themes

Small Ship Cruise

Highlights

  • Travel along the Rhine for the holiday season
  • from Düsseldorf to Basel aboard ms Inspire
  •  both perfect ways to capture all the magic of Christmas Markets in Germany and France. Along with all the inclusions that are part of every Tauck river cruise
  • Tauck's Christmas market experience wows you with special holiday touches like an onboard tree-trimming party... glühwein and other treats aboard the riverboat
  • decorated in a festive seasonal theme... a traditional European Christmas dinner with all the fixings... special evenings of onboard holiday-themed entertainment... walking in the footsteps of celebrities at the Kurhaus casino in Baden-Baden... a lecture on Alsatian storytelling traditions in Strasbourg... a cookie-making demonstration and a visit to the fanciful Siegfried's Mechanisches Musikkabinett in Rüdesheim... a traditional German lunch in Heidelberg and much more!
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The Romantic Rhine: Amsterdam to Basel  - Southbound 2023
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France
Germany
Netherlands
Switzerland
Amsterdam
Heidelberg
Koblenz
Lucerne
Strasbourg
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
River cruise
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- Easy
$ 4,990
8 days
$ 624 / day
Updated mayoutdated
COVID caused many tour operators to change and reduce availability for some itineraries. Some operators experiencing financial challenges are short staffed and have not kept their trips updated as frequently.
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Updated over a year ago

Themes

Small Ship Cruise

Highlights

  • Along the river Rhine… where mountains rise abruptly from the water's edge
  • ancient castles perch aloft
  • keeping watch over comings and goings
  • gentle valleys and ancient winelands lure
  • spas give respite
  • cathedrals speak to powerful times
  • plains and woods catch the eye
  • and a river travels
  • connecting centuries of history
  • cities of the arts and crossroads of thought. Discover the heritage and beauty of the River Rhine on our 7-night Basel – Amsterdam river cruise aboard ms Grace. Visit the Netherlands
  • Germany
  • France and Switzerland
  • exploring regional delights in the historic cities
  • towns and countryside linked by the Rhine. Set your own pace with choices along the way: castle visits
  • bicycling
  • mountain heights
  • a spa resort and more.
More
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Christmas Markets Along the Rhine - Northbound 2023
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France
Germany
Switzerland
Heidelberg
Lucerne
Strasbourg
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
River cruise
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- Easy
$ 3,290
8 days
$ 411 / day
Updated mayoutdated
COVID caused many tour operators to change and reduce availability for some itineraries. Some operators experiencing financial challenges are short staffed and have not kept their trips updated as frequently.
Look for the icons below to know when a company last updated trip info.
Updated recently Updated recently
Updated within the last 60 days
May be outdated May be outdated
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Updated over a year ago

Themes

Small Ship Cruise

Highlights

  • Travel along the Rhine for the holiday season
  • from Basel to Köln and Düsseldorf aboard ms Inspire
  •  both perfect ways to capture all the magic of Christmas Markets in Germany and France. Along with all the inclusions that are part of every Tauck river cruise
  • Tauck's Christmas market experience wows you with special holiday touches like an onboard tree-trimming party... glühwein and other treats aboard the riverboat
  • decorated in a festive seasonal theme... a traditional European Christmas dinner with all the fixings... special evenings of onboard holiday-themed entertainment... walking in the footsteps of celebrities at the Kurhaus casino in Baden-Baden... a lecture on Alsatian storytelling traditions in Strasbourg... a cookie-making demonstration and a visit to the fanciful Siegfried's Mechanisches Musikkabinett in Rüdesheim... a traditional German lunch in Heidelberg and much more!
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Castles on the Rhine: Family Riverboat Adventure - Northbound 2023
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France
Germany
Netherlands
Switzerland
Amsterdam
Heidelberg
Koblenz
Lucerne
Strasbourg
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
Small group tour
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
$ 4,890
8 days
$ 611 / day
Updated mayoutdated
COVID caused many tour operators to change and reduce availability for some itineraries. Some operators experiencing financial challenges are short staffed and have not kept their trips updated as frequently.
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Themes

Family Friendly

Highlights

  • Create cherished family memories on our unforgettable Basel to Amsterdam riverboat cruise along the Rhine River
  • exploring Switzerland
  • France
  • Germany and The Netherlands for an adventure unlike any other. Family travel experiences include a bicycle ride through forests and vineyards along the Rhine riverside; Swiss folklore and more in lakeside Lucerne; a ride aboard the world's steepest cogwheel train to the top of Mt. Pilatus in the Swiss Alps; exploring the fascinating ruins of hilltop Heidelberg Castle in the medieval university town of Heidelberg; learning about the Lorelei and other Rhine River legends while keeping an eye out for fairy tale castles; discovering the art treasures and historic canals of Amsterdam; an exclusive gala dinner for Tauck guests only at Burg Satzvey
  • a medieval moated castle in Germany; becoming 'French for a Day' with French language lessons
  • songs
  • and a chocolate tasting; and much more!
More
Castles on the Rhine: Family Riverboat Adventure - Southbound 2023
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France
Germany
Netherlands
Switzerland
Amsterdam
Heidelberg
Koblenz
Lucerne
Strasbourg
By Tauck
USTOA Active Member
This operator is an Active Member in good standing in the United States Tour Operator Association and part of the $1 million traveler insurance program
Trip Style
Small group tour
Trip Pace
N/A
Accommodation
You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Premium
Physical Level
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
$ 4,890
8 days
$ 611 / day
Updated mayoutdated
COVID caused many tour operators to change and reduce availability for some itineraries. Some operators experiencing financial challenges are short staffed and have not kept their trips updated as frequently.
Look for the icons below to know when a company last updated trip info.
Updated recently Updated recently
Updated within the last 60 days
May be outdated May be outdated
Updated within the last year
Out of date information Out of date information
Updated over a year ago

Themes

Family Friendly

Highlights

  • Create cherished family memories on our unforgettable Basel to Amsterdam riverboat cruise along the Rhine River between aboard ms Grace or ms Inspire
  • visiting Switzerland
  • France
  • Germany and The Netherlands for an adventure unlike any other. Family travel experiences include a bicycle ride through forests and vineyards along the Rhine riverside; Swiss folklore and more in lakeside Lucerne; a ride aboard the world's steepest cogwheel train to the top of Mt. Pilatus in the Swiss Alps; exploring the fascinating ruins of hilltop Heidelberg Castle in the medieval university town of Heidelberg; learning about the Lorelei and other Rhine River legends while keeping an eye out for fairy tale castles; discovering the art treasures and historic canals of Amsterdam; an exclusive gala dinner for Tauck guests only at Burg Satzvey
  • a medieval moated castle in Germany; becoming 'French for a Day' with French language lessons
  • songs
  • and a chocolate tasting; and much more!
More
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