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Cruising from Basel via Ludwigsburg

AmaWaterways
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Destination

Western Europe

Trip Duration

7 nights

Cruise Ship

AmaSiena

Cruise Company

AmaWaterways

Itinerary

Basel is a swiss city located along the banks of the Rhine, in close proximity to both France and Germany. Basel is known for a combination of both old and new, with a substantial Old Town in addition to many urban areas. Many of the best-known attractions are located in the Old Town around the Marktplatz such as Basel's Rathaus amd the Palatine terrace, which lies on the Cathedral Hill. There are also a number of museums such as the Museum of Cultures. The Münster Cathedral offers stunning views over the city of Basel.

Breisach am Rhein is located approximately 60 kilometers north of the Swiss city of Basel. Popular destinations include the Museum of the History, which is housed in Rheintor, and Radbrunnen tower and the Hagenbach tower.

As the seat of the Council of Europe, the European Parliament and the European Court; Strasbourg is one of the most important centers of the European Unio. The French city is located near the border with Germany therefore much German influence can be seen throughout, particularly through the architecture of the city. Of particular interest is theOld Town, which is a World Heritage site and the Cathedral Square, one of Europe's most beautiful city squares. Due to the numerous channels that meander through the city and the picturesque half-timbered houses, the city offers a unique charm to visitors.

The city of Rüdesheim is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, and is one of the most popular tourist areas of Germany. Besides the beauty of the city, Rüdesheim is known for its excellent wine, which can be tasted in one of the many wine bars.

The city of Ludwigsburg is located about 12 kilometers north of Stuttgart in Baden-Wuerttemberg on a plateau of the Neckar basin. A settlement was first built here in 1709 around the castle of Duke Eberhard Ludwig and it has evolved from over the years to the large city it is today. Worth seeing, besides the baroque castle, is the palace and the park surrounding the Royal Palace (the Blooming Baroque) and the fairy garden.

Rhine Gorge also known as the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, which is located between Bingen and Koblenz. The Rhine Gorge is an ideal location for vineyards. Travelling along the Rhine River you will find old towns as well as many castles.

Lahnstein is located at the mouth of the Lahn, at the confluence with the Rhine, about 5km south of Koblenz. The city belongs to the Rhein-Lahn, in Rhineland-Palatinate, and is considered a health resort, with several renowned spas. In Lahnstein, there are several castles, fortresses and churches to add to your tour-schedule.

The city of Düsseldorf, on the Rhine, is home to an estimated 585,000 people. Düsseldorf is known for its Heinrich-Heine-house, the beautiful old town and the Rhine promenade.

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Utrecht is a city in the Netherlands with about 311,000 inhabitants. It has an impressive history of nearly 2000 years. Utrecht is a major industrial city. Visit the beautiful old churches, such as the Cathedral of St. Martin, or the city palaces. Numerous museums, including the Railway Museum and the University Museum are also worth seeing.

What’s included:

Included Services

  • All port charges , government taxes
  • For Royal Collection Itineraries – Complimentary wine, beer, spirits , soft drinks served at your discretion
  • For Voyages Itineraries - Complimentary wine, beer , soft drinks with onboard dinner and lunch service
  • Freedom of Choice sightseeing activities on shore
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi (Subject to certain usage policies)
  • Wireless audio guides
  • Bicycles onboard for you to use on shore tours and during your leisure time
  • Exclusive Signature Invitations to exclusive or unique experiences on shore
  • Airport transfers (on cruise departure and arrival days only)
  • Complimentary 24-hour specialty coffees , teas
  • Shipboard gratuities
  • All river-view accommodation
  • Private butler service (in select suites aboard Concerto River Ships sailing on Royal Collection cruises)
  • Onboard Cruise/Tour Director services
  • All onboard meals
  • On board entertainment: lectures, cooking demonstrations, music recitals and more

Optional services:

  • Wide variety of shore excursions
  • Rental vehicles
  • Transfers
  • Hotels
  • Travel insurance
  • Flights

Not Included:

  • Fuel surcharges
  • Airfare (unless stated)
  • Passport and visa fees
  • Airport taxes
  • Laundry
  • Food not on the regular table d'hote menu
  • Excess baggage
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You will be sailing on:

AmaSiena

Sister ship to the award-winning AmaLea and AmaKristina, the elegant 156-passenger AmaSiena brought with her a sense of joy when she was christened in 2021. Vivid shades of red create an air of confidence throughout the Main Restaurant while bold floral patterns are sprinkled throughout the ship, from her spacious twin-balcony staterooms to her Main Lounge, with its floor-to-ceiling windows offering exceptional views of the castles along the Rhine River and the iconic windmills and pastures of Holland and Belgium. Her airy Sun Deck offers a walking track, pool with swim-up bar and ever-changing views of the scenery – even as you participate in a complimentary fitness class. And her Chef’s Table specialty restaurant offers a subtle elegance that allows each dish of its exquisite regionally inspired tasting menu to shine. Discover all of these delights and more on board AmaSiena.

Passengers:

156
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Who is traveling?

Adults18+ years
2
Kids0-17 years
0
  • 2 Adults

  • 7 nights

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Cruising from Basel via Ludwigsburg