Classic Rhine Cruise (Amsterdam - Basel), MS Crucebelle

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River Cruise
One of the longest rivers in Europe, the Rhine is defined by its marvelous scenery as well as small cozy towns and modern big cities. On our Classic Rhine cruise from Amsterdam to Basel you will enjoy fantastic landscapes mixed with fairy tales castles on the top of the hills, bright vineyards, beautiful cities and towns and, of course, the real pearl of the...
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • 4 countries visited
    • no need to pack/unpack on every stop
    • stops in the hearts of the cities

What's this trip about?

    One of the longest rivers in Europe, the Rhine is defined by its marvelous scenery as well as small cozy towns and modern big cities. On our Classic Rhine cruise from Amsterdam to Basel you will enjoy fantastic landscapes mixed with fairy tales castles on the top of the hills, bright vineyards, beautiful cities and towns and, of course, the real pearl of the Romantic Valley: the famous Loreley. On the way through three different countries (the Netherlands, Germany, France and Switzerland) we will have eight stops to get acquainted with local history, culture and traditions.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityAmsterdam
End CityBasel

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Family Friendly
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Switzerland
  • Germany
  • France
  • Netherlands

Attractions

  • Amsterdam
  • Basel
  • Koblenz
  • Rudesheim
  • Strasbourg

Activities

  • Culture
  • River cruise

Trip includes

    • Our price includes: • accommodation in the cabin • live music at the bar every night • full board, three meals per day (from the dinner on the arrival day to the breakfast on the departure day): *breakfast is buffet-style with great choice of hotels and cold dishes, fruits and vegetables. Healthy corner with alternative milk and different types of granola and cereals are at your disposal; *lunch and dinner are à la carte with 3 main courses to choose (fish, meat or vegetarian); • early-riser breakfast every morning with small snacks and homemade cookies • afternoon high-tea: tea, coffee and cake or late night snack • welcome buffet • table tap water during meal services • tea/coffee for all meals • coffee-station available from 06:00 till 22:00 • welcome and farewell captain’s cocktails (including 1 drink per person) • welcome and farewell captain’s dinner with special menu • luggage service pier – ship – pier • refreshments and hand towels after excursions • info-channel

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Itinerary

DAY 1 / SEPTEMBER 17

Amsterdam

The arrival day, check-in starts at 16:00. However, if you arrive earlier, you can leave your luggage at the reception to explore the city on your own before the check-in.

Meals: welcome buffet and dinner.

* Transfer Schiphol airport - port is available for extra charge

 

DAY 2/ SEPTEMBER 18

Amsterdam

This half of the day is completely devoted to your acquaintance with the city of Amsterdam. With more than 800 years of history, Amsterdam is famous for its cozy houses on the canals, secret courtyards in the very heart of the city, colorful mixture of cultures and na...

DAY 3/ SEPTEMBER 19

Staying in Cologne from 13:00 till midnight you have a chance to feel the unique vibes of one of the most charming cities on the Rhine. After a delicious breakfast you will enjoy the city center: breathtaking Cathedral that survived both World Wars and cozy narrow str...

DAY 4 / SEPTEMBER 20

Koblenz + Rudesheim + Romantic Rhine Valley

This day is full of activities! In the morning you will visit Koblenz, a lovely German city situated on a confluence of two rivers – the Rhine and the Moselle.

The next port of call will be Rűdesheim, famous by its vineyards, delicious Rűdesheimer coffee and th...

DAY 5/ SEPTEMBER 21

Rudesheim + Mannheim

You will certainly be impressed by the well-planned cities of Mannheim and Speyer situated on two important rivers – the Rhine and the Neckar.

One of the possibilities on this day is to visit Heidelberg, a historic university town that has survived since the 18...

DAY 6/ SEPTEMBER 22

Strasbourg

We leave Germany to arrive in France for a full-day stop and to dive into colorful Alsace region.

The whole day is yours: take your camera, a city-map and go directly to the district in the very heart of the city called La Petite France – to admire traditional ...

DAY 7/ SEPTEMBER 23

Basel

Cozy, walkable and straddling the Rhine, Basel is at the point where the Swiss, German and French borders meet.

Staying here the whole day from the very morning gives you a chance to see the main sights of the city: Kunstmuseum Basel, Altstadt, Basel Minster, M...

DAY 8/ SEPTEMBER 24

Basel

Check-out after breakfast

If needed, you can leave the luggage onboard and enjoy the city, the public places and coffee-station are available durng all the day.

Meals: breakfast

*The transfer Basel port - airport can be provided for extra cost.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,465
Price per day$183
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Crucemundo.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Jennifer

May 2020

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I recommend this tour to everyone without exception.

I recommend this tour to everyone without exception. I am an experienced traveler, made sea cruises on huge liners, as well as river cruises around the world. A crui...

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Artem

Apr 2020

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The cruise was amazing

The cruise was amazing from the first step on board when you immediately feel a friendly and helpful service till the farewell when you start to miss your fellow tra...

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Jennie

Apr 2020

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Nice and well planned itineraries, good staff

I traveled with Crucemundo twice. Nice and well planned itineraries, good staff. Both times I was in contact with Rachel, she's awesome and helped me a lot with maki...

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Started as a family-and-friends business Crucemundo keeps this warm and tender attitude to its guests, colleagues and partners for over 10 years. Constantly growing we open new destinations every year: the Rhine, the Danube, the Volga, the Adriatic, the Nile, the Seine – colorful, memorable and inspiring places for everyone. Comfortable river ships and smooth personal touch service create an experience that exceeds expectations. Crucemundo invites guests and partners from all over the world to come to our cruises and to join the family.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Our prices doesn't include: • transfers (on request and for extra payment) to and from the port of embarkation / disembarkation • medical insurances • port tax (35 eur per person per cruise, will be added in the final invoice) • excursions • any bottled water • soft and alcoholic drinks during lunch and dinner • wi-fi • gratuities (recommended 7eur per person per day) • personal spendings • minibar • cabin numbers are provided 7 days before the cruise or at 50 eur supplement per cabin when booking

Accommodation

,Deluxe Upper Deck ▪︎ Twin Beds Or Double Bed Staterooms (14 sq.m.) are located on the Upper deck with large French balconies to ensure a great view. All the cabins offer a very clever layout with hotel beds (twin or double). Equipment: private facilities, satellite TV, hairdryer, safe, internal phone Outlet: 2 regular outlets, 1 with 115V (American)   Deluxe Middle Deck ▪︎ Twin Beds Or Double Bed Beautifully appointed riverview Deluxe cabins (14 sq.m.) on Middle deck offer hotel beds (twin or double). Enjoy fantastic views of the passing scenery from your French balcony! Equipment: private facilities, satellite TV, hairdryer, safe, internal phone Outlet: 2 regular outlets, 1 with 115V (American)   Deluxe Middle Front Deck ▪︎ Twin Beds + Sofa The largest cabin on the ship (16 sq. m) that accommodates 3 people. Features a transformable twin or double bed, and a sofa that can be used as a 3rd bed. All the rooms have river-view picture windows that do not open. Equipment: private facilities, satellite TV, hairdryer, safe, internal phone Outlet: 2 regular outlets, 1 with 115V (American)   Standard Main Deck ▪︎ Twin Beds Standards (11 sq.m.) on Main deck are comfortable cabins with a very clever layout alongside all amenities and furnishings. One of twin beds is transformed into the sofa during the day time, and another one is folded. All the rooms have riverview fixed windows that do not open. Equipment: private facilities, satellite TV, hairdryer, safe, internal phone Outlet: 2 regular outlets, 1 with 115V (American)
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Meals Included

full-board, early-riser breakfast every morning afternoon high-tea: tea, coffee and cake or late night snack; welcome buffet

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Optional Activities

Add optional extras to your trip:

• Excursion package that based on 5 tours:

*Walking city-tour of Amsterdam, 2h

*Walking city-tour of Cologne, 2h

*Walking city-tour of Heidelberg (with transfer from Mannheim), 3h

*Bus&walking city-tour of Strasbourg, 4h

*Walking tour of Basel, 2h

Price per person is 240 euro

 

• Drink packages:

1) All-inclusive bar/lounge and restaurant during bar opening hours (09:30 – 24:00): open wine, sparkling wine, draft beer, soft drinks, juices, coffee/tea.

NOTE: the cappuccino, espresso etc. from the bar is excluded

*this package can only be booked for both guests in one cabin

Price per person is 126 eur

2) Unlimited wine, beer, soft drinks and mineral water (still/sparkling) during lunch and dinner service

*this can only be booked for both guests in one cabin

Price per person is 80 eur

3) 1 soft drink OR 0.3 l glass of beer OR a glass of house wine for lunch and dinner service

Price per person is 36,50 euro

 

• Transfers:

Schiphol airport - Amsterdam port - car for 2 persons - 80 eur per 1 car

Basel port - airport - car for 2 persons - 70 eur per 1 car

Additional Information
Trip ID
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