Swiss Alps & Rhine Castles

Sail through the heart of Europe as fairytale castles, twinkling markets, and snow-dusted landscapes along the Rhine capture the timeless magic and wonder of the winter season.

Dates: 08th December 2026

Ship: AmaSerena

Price from: €4734 per person based on 2 sharing

Price includes: 

  • 7-Nights luxury accommodation on board the AmaSerena on the Piano Deck 
  • Immersive experiences in every destination
  • Return flights from Dublin plus overseas transfers
  • Personalised service from a highly trained Cruise Manager
  • All onboard dining, featuring regionally inspired cuisine, sourced locally
  • 24/7 Snack jars available in Lark Lounge
  • Daily entertainment including cultural performances
  • Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Soft drinks included between lunch and dinner
  • 24/7 Coffee & tea station and Nespresso Coffee machine in stateroom
  • Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi access
  • The Chef’s Table speciality restaurant
  • Wellness Programme with a dedicated Wellness Host
  • Guided hikes and bike tours
  • Sip & Sail Daily Cocktail Hour                                                                                                                          
  • Festively decorated ship throughout your cruise                                                                                     
  • Visits to enchanting Christmas Markets and festive villages                                                                                  
  • Seasonal onboard entertainment and celebrations     

Extras: Travel Insurance

Alternative dates available

Contact us on 046 9068600 / 0818 333 990 or email info@travalue.ie

Flight Itinerary:

flights to be confirmed closer to departure date

Cruise Itinerary:

Cruise Day 1

Begin your adventure in Basel

Basel, Switzerland

Board your ship in Basel to to start your festive adventure in the city

Arrive in Basel and settle into your cabin, docked where the city’s charm and riverside beauty will welcome you.

Cruise Day 2

Historic Basel and Lucerne’s medieval wonders

Basel, Switzerland

Wander Basel’s medieval streets and historic treasures

Celebrate the season in Basel, visiting its medieval town hall, festive market square, and elegant 18th-century homes. Explore the city on foot or by bike through three countries, or take a full-day excursion to Lucerne to admire its historic towers and the iconic Chapel Bridge. For a cozy afternoon, sample Swiss wines, tour Wildegg Castle and its gardens, or soak in the holiday cheer at Basel’s Christmas Markets.

Cruise Day 3

French fairytales and winter delights

Strasbourg, France

Indulge in Strasbourg’s storybook city charm

Celebrate the holidays with a stroll through Strasbourg’s fairytale “La Petite France,” as you admire the cathedral’s astronomical clock, and explore the sparkling Christmas Markets. In the afternoon, visit Baden-Baden’s historic casino, hot springs, and charming Christmas Market.

Cruise Day 4

Charming villages, Christmas markets, and festive treats

Ludwigshafen, Germany

Wander through storybook Heidelberg and Speyer’s sacred splendor

In Ludwigshafen, wander medieval Heidelberg and its towering castle, hike the scenic Philosopher’s Path, explore historic Speyer, or pedal along the Neckar to charming Ladenburg. Stroll through twinkling Christmas Markets, then cruise to Rüdesheim for a tasting of the town’s iconic vineyards or savor a warming Rüdesheimer coffee, made with brandy, coffee, and whipped cream.

Cruise Day 5

Rhine vineyards, gondola views, and castles

Rüdesheim, Germany

Savor Rüdesheim’s vineyards and panoramic heights before gliding through the Rhine Gorge

Delight in festive Rüdesheim with your choice of whimsical musical marvels at Siegfried’s Cabinet, a gondola ride above wintery vineyards, or active hikes and bike rides. Cruise through the Rhine Gorge to Lahnstein for a special evening visit at Lahneck Castle.

Cruise Day 6

Cologne’s Old Town charms and seasonal splendor

Cologne, Germany

Discover Cologne’s timeless streets and historic heart

Sail into Cologne and step into a city alive with holiday spirit as you explore its charming Old Town on a guided tour. Then follow the scent of mulled spices and roasted treats to the city’s dazzling Christmas Markets, with more than 160 stalls and vendors to choose from.  Adventurous passengers can choose to pedal along the Rhine and through the historic Stadtgarten.

Cruise Day 7

Festive flavors along Amsterdam’s iconic canals

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Explore Amsterdam by water, or taste its traditions at historic cafés

Celebrate the season in Amsterdam as you glide along its iconic canals, soaking in storybook scenery draped in holiday charm. Or, choose to savor Dutch seasonal treats in a grand café while wandering past gabled houses, narrow bridges, and twinkling waterways.

Cruise Day 8

Begin your journey home

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disembarkation

 

Our price is from €4734 per person, based on 2 people sharing. 

Price includes:

  • 7-Nights luxury accommodation on board the AmaSerena on the Piano Deck 
  • Immersive experiences in every destination
  • Return flights from Dublin plus overseas transfers
  • Personalised service from a highly trained Cruise Manager
  • All onboard dining, featuring regionally inspired cuisine, sourced locally
  • 24/7 Snack jars available in Lark Lounge
  • Daily entertainment including cultural performances
  • Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Soft drinks included between lunch and dinner
  • 24/7 Coffee & tea station and Nespresso Coffee machine in stateroom
  • Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi access
  • The Chef’s Table speciality restaurant
  • Wellness Programme with a dedicated Wellness Host
  • Guided hikes and bike tours
  • Sip & Sail Daily Cocktail Hour                                                                                                                          
  • Festively decorated ship throughout your cruise                                                                                     
  • Visits to enchanting Christmas Markets and festive villages                                                                                  
  • Seasonal onboard entertainment and celebrations     

Extras: Travel Insurance

Alternative dates available

Contact us on 046 9068600 / 0818 333 990 or email info@travalue.ie

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