Cruise |
S.S. Elisabeth, 7 Night Castles along the Rhine ex Amsterdam, Rivers to Basel, Switzerland |
Cruise Line |
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises |
Ship |
S.S. Elisabeth |
Destination |
EU Rivers |
Brief Description |
7 Night Cruise sailing from Amsterdam, Rivers onboard S.S. Elisabeth |
Type of Cruise |
River |
Departure Date |
19 Oct 2025 |
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.
Day 1 - Amsterdam (Embark)
Arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. 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 - 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.
* A special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.
Day 3 - Koblenz, Boppard
Get to know Koblenz, a historic town with a colorful past and eclectic architecture.
Day 4 - Boppard, Rüdesheim
Experience Germany’s fabled Rhine River in beautiful Rüdesheim. Enjoy a private tasting of estate-grown Rieslings at Castle Vollrads or explore Rüdesheim and the impressive Niederwald monument.
Day 5 - Germersheim (Speyer)
Speyer—“spire” in English—is well named, since the four red towers of the Romanesque cathedral dominate the Old Town.
Day 6 - 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.
* You have the entire afternoon to see more of Strasbourg on your own.
Day 7 - 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.
* A special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.
Day 8 - Basel (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 EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg for your flight home (unless, of course, you’ve decided to extend your trip with the post-cruise extension to lovely Lake Lucerne). |
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Sailing Dates |
19 Oct 2025 |
Pricing |
Please enquire for pricing |
Cruise Itinerary
Date |
Port |
Arrive |
Depart |
19 Oct 2025 |
Amsterdam, Rivers |
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20 Oct 2025 |
Cologne, Germany |
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21 Oct 2025 |
Koblenz, Germany |
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22 Oct 2025 |
Boppard, Germany |
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23 Oct 2025 |
Germersheim, Germany |
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24 Oct 2025 |
Strasbourg, France |
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25 Oct 2025 |
Breisach, Germany |
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26 Oct 2025 |
Basel, Switzerland |
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All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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