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7-Night Trip on AmaViola

Enchanting Rhine (Wine Cruise)

Cruise, River cruise, Small Ship/Yacht

Basel to Amsterdam Cruise

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Pass through some of Europe’s most enchanting and historic wine regions as you sail through four countries along the Rhine River. Zurich’s medieval houses, narrow lanes and town halls from the Renaissance period offer a striking backdrop to its trendy and ultra-modern metropolis. Take a front row seat on an enchanting wine-themed Rhine River journey. Discover the differences between France’s distinctive Alsatian wines, praised for their fragrant aromas, and Rüdesheim’s finest Rieslings. Sip local varietals while cruising through Germany’s designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, the castle-laden Rhine Gorge. Partake in wine-themed excursions and indulge in a specially curated food and wine pairing dinner on board – all with the guidance of a dedicated wine expert.
Interests
  • Wine
7 Nights Starting At
March 21, 2026 through March 28, 2026
Book by:
March 17, 2026 7:00 PM
Cabin Cat: E
Inside Outside Balcony Suite
N/A $2,720.00
Cat: E
$388.57 per night
$3,599.00
Cat: CB
$514.14 per night
$5,919.00
Cat: SUITE
$845.57 per night
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Inside Outside
N/A $2,720.00
Cat: E
$388.57 per night
Balcony Suite
$3,599.00
Cat: CB
$514.14 per night
$5,919.00
Cat: SUITE
$845.57 per night
More Pricing Information
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About AmaViola

Ship Overview
AmaViola
Brightly colored floral and geometric patterns from stateroom to Main Lounge immediately show you that the AmaViola is no ordinary river cruise ship. Twin balconies in most staterooms maximize your enjoyment as steeples and vineyards glide by. Mouthwatering cuisine worthy of La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, an exclusive and internationally-renowned gastronomic society, is served from sunrise to sunset. There’s something symphonic about the flourish and style of The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant and the coordinated effort to serve each bold, beautiful and delicious course of the regionally-inspired tasting menu. Butterfly wallpaper in the hair salon highlights how you’ll emerge brand new while an inviting sun-deck pool with a swim-up bar refreshes your spirit. Plus, AmaViola inspires you to be the best version of yourself with a walking track, fitness room and fleet of onboard bikes to keep you happy and healthy during your cruise.
Ship Details
Ship's Registry
Switzerland
Year Built
2016
Ship Length
443 ft
Ship Beam
38 ft
Total Capacity
156
Crew Size
51
Laundromats
Number of Decks
4
Deck Plan Details
Cabin Categories
SUITE Suite - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $5,919.00 USD
AA Category AA - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $4,879.00 USD
AB Category AB - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $4,719.00 USD
BA Category BA - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $4,559.00 USD
BB Category BB - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $4,399.00 USD
CA Category CA - French Balcony $3,919.00 USD
CB Category CB - French Balcony $3,599.00 USD
D Category D - Fixed Windows $2,959.00 USD
E Category E - Fixed Windows $2,720.00 USD
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Deck plans are not yet available
Daily Options
AMAWaterways: Enchanting Rhine (Wine Cruise)

Day 1
Basel
EMBARKATION

Day 2
Breisach
Colmar excursion and wine tasting
OR Black Forest hike with Black Forest cake
OR Breisach wine country bike tour

Day 3
Strasbourg
“The Gem of Alsace” tour
OR Strasbourg bike tour
Alsatian wine tasting

Day 4
Ludwigshafen
“Romantic Heidelberg” excursion
OR “Secrets of Speyer” tour
OR Heidelberg Philosopher’s hike
OR Ladenburg Bike Tour

Rüdesheim
Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet
OR Rüdesheimer Coffee

Day 5
Rüdesheim
Gondola ride and wine tasting
OR Vineyard hike
OR Guided bike tour of the Rheingau

Rhine Gorge
Castles along the Rhine scenic cruising

Lahnstein
Lahneck Castle Visit

Day 6
Dusseldorf
Cologne walking tour
OR Düsseldorf walking tour and Altbier tasting
OR Düsseldorf bike tour

Day 7
Utrecht
Walking tour
OR Beer tasting

Amsterdam
Scenic cruising
Canal cruise tour
OR A Taste of Amsterdam*

Day 8
Amsterdam
DISEMBARKATION
Ship Overview
Ship Overview
AmaViola
Brightly colored floral and geometric patterns from stateroom to Main Lounge immediately show you that the AmaViola is no ordinary river cruise ship. Twin balconies in most staterooms maximize your enjoyment as steeples and vineyards glide by. Mouthwatering cuisine worthy of La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, an exclusive and internationally-renowned gastronomic society, is served from sunrise to sunset. There’s something symphonic about the flourish and style of The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant and the coordinated effort to serve each bold, beautiful and delicious course of the regionally-inspired tasting menu. Butterfly wallpaper in the hair salon highlights how you’ll emerge brand new while an inviting sun-deck pool with a swim-up bar refreshes your spirit. Plus, AmaViola inspires you to be the best version of yourself with a walking track, fitness room and fleet of onboard bikes to keep you happy and healthy during your cruise.
Ship Details
Ship's Registry
Switzerland
Year Built
2016
Ship Length
443 ft
Ship Beam
38 ft
Total Capacity
156
Crew Size
51
Laundromats
Number of Decks
4
Deck Plan Details
Cabin Categories
SUITE Suite - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $5,919.00 USD
AA Category AA - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $4,879.00 USD
AB Category AB - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $4,719.00 USD
BA Category BA - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $4,559.00 USD
BB Category BB - French Balcony & Outside Balcony $4,399.00 USD
CA Category CA - French Balcony $3,919.00 USD
CB Category CB - French Balcony $3,599.00 USD
D Category D - Fixed Windows $2,959.00 USD
E Category E - Fixed Windows $2,720.00 USD
Symbol Legend
Legend Image for Staterooms can become adjoining by request. Staterooms can become adjoining by request.
Legend Image for Up to triple occupancy Up to triple occupancy
Deck plans are not yet available
AMAWaterways: Enchanting Rhine (Wine Cruise)

Day 1
Basel
EMBARKATION

Day 2
Breisach
Colmar excursion and wine tasting
OR Black Forest hike with Black Forest cake
OR Breisach wine country bike tour

Day 3
Strasbourg
“The Gem of Alsace” tour
OR Strasbourg bike tour
Alsatian wine tasting

Day 4
Ludwigshafen
“Romantic Heidelberg” excursion
OR “Secrets of Speyer” tour
OR Heidelberg Philosopher’s hike
OR Ladenburg Bike Tour

Rüdesheim
Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet
OR Rüdesheimer Coffee

Day 5
Rüdesheim
Gondola ride and wine tasting
OR Vineyard hike
OR Guided bike tour of the Rheingau

Rhine Gorge
Castles along the Rhine scenic cruising

Lahnstein
Lahneck Castle Visit

Day 6
Dusseldorf
Cologne walking tour
OR Düsseldorf walking tour and Altbier tasting
OR Düsseldorf bike tour

Day 7
Utrecht
Walking tour
OR Beer tasting

Amsterdam
Scenic cruising
Canal cruise tour
OR A Taste of Amsterdam*

Day 8
Amsterdam
DISEMBARKATION
About AmaWaterways
AmaWaterways logo

Family-owned and operated for more than 21 years, AmaWaterways offers unparalleled river cruise experiences with 29 custom-designed ships sailing Europe’s Danube, Douro, Rhine, Moselle, Main, Rhône, Saône, Seine, Garonne and Dordogne Rivers, and Dutch and Belgian Waterways; Southeast Asia’s Mekong River; Africa’s Chobe River; Egypt’s Nile River and Colombia’s Magdalena River (2024). Co-founded by pioneering river cruise executives Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy, the company is renowned for its warm and welcoming crew; innovative and sustainable ship design; wellness activities (including a wide choice of included small group shore excursions featuring biking and hiking options); and award-winning, locally sourced cuisine paired with complimentary fine wine. Modern, spacious and tastefully decorated, most AmaWaterways ships welcome an average of just 150 guests and feature onboard amenities such as a stunning Main Lounge, specialty Chef’s Table restaurant, hair and massage salons, Sun Deck walking track, and heated outdoor swimming pools with swim-up bars. AmaWaterways leads the river cruise industry in innovation, highlighted by the launch of the revolutionary AmaMagna. The company also offers a variety of themed sailings and brand relationships, with sailings geared towards active travelers and families, as well as group and charter options.
 

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About AmaWaterways

Family-owned and operated for more than 21 years, AmaWaterways offers unparalleled river cruise experiences with 29 custom-designed ships sailing Europe’s Danube, Douro, Rhine, Moselle, Main, Rhône, Saône, Seine, Garonne and Dordogne Rivers, and Dutch and Belgian Waterways; Southeast Asia’s Mekong River; Africa’s Chobe River; Egypt’s Nile River and Colombia’s Magdalena River (2024). Co-founded by pioneering river cruise executives Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy, the company is renowned for its warm and welcoming crew; innovative and sustainable ship design; wellness activities (including a wide choice of included small group shore excursions featuring biking and hiking options); and award-winning, locally sourced cuisine paired with complimentary fine wine. Modern, spacious and tastefully decorated, most AmaWaterways ships welcome an average of just 150 guests and feature onboard amenities such as a stunning Main Lounge, specialty Chef’s Table restaurant, hair and massage salons, Sun Deck walking track, and heated outdoor swimming pools with swim-up bars. AmaWaterways leads the river cruise industry in innovation, highlighted by the launch of the revolutionary AmaMagna. The company also offers a variety of themed sailings and brand relationships, with sailings geared towards active travelers and families, as well as group and charter options.
 

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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.