FAM News is pleased to offer very special Travel Advisor FAM rates on the AmaVenita of AmaWaterways on December 29-January 5, 2026 on a 7-Night Swiss Alps & Rhine Castles River Cruise starting in Basel, Switzerland and sailing to Strasbourg, France; Ludwigshafen, Germany; Rudesheim, Germany; Lahnstein, Germany; Cologne, Germany; and ending in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Click for Full Details
Discover fairytale castles, historic vineyards and the stunning remnant of a world frozen over with glaciers as part of this Rhine River cruise fantasy. Embark your ship in Basel before crossing the border into France’s Alsace region in enchanting Strasbourg. Then it’s off to Germany, where you’ll discover not only the grand city of Cologne but charming villages like the winemaking hamlet of Rüdesheim and the university town of Heidelberg. You’ll also enjoy cruising through the UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, where 40 castles are strung like pearls along the river banks. Conclude your cruise by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history. Encompassing the Netherlands, Germany, France and Switzerland, as well as iconic landmarks and majestic mountain landscapes, this distinctive itinerary is truly a dream come true.
On your cruise, you will enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours. In many cases, you will have a choice of excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, hikes and Special Interest Tours. Included are a large variety of activities so that you can choose how you want to explore. No matter your preference, your days will be full of discovery and wonder.
Pre-Cruise Optional Package:
Begin your cruise on December 26th in Como, Italy with a 3-night pre-cruise stay with breakfast and including a Walking Tour of Como, a Lake Como boat excursion to "The Pearl of Lake Como" Bellagio, and transfer to Basel to embark the ship. This Pre-Cruise Package is $1,650 ppdo in addition to the cruise fare. Single supplement is additional.
Transfers: For those purchasing the pre-cruise optional package, transfers on December 26th from the Milan Airport to the hotel are $30 per person. Transfers on December 29th from the Basel Airport to the ship are $30 per person. On January 5th from the ship to the Amsterdam Airport are $30 per person.
AmaVenita: Reminiscent of a classic ocean yacht, AmaVenita glides regally down Europe’s great rivers. Her tastefully refined staterooms are appointed with granite desks, and most with refreshing twin-balcony staterooms, so you can enjoy fresh air and scenic views, as well as marble bathrooms with soothing multi-jet showerheads. The inviting Main Restaurant accommodates both those wishing to socialize and those seeking a more intimate meal. Dedicated wine tables for groups feature a veritable rainbow of patterns reflecting the diverse cruisers and cultures you’ll be introduced to on your cruise. In addition to AmaWaterways’ signature exquisite, locally sourced cuisine, you’ll find a massage and hair salon, gift shop, specialty coffee station, walking track, heated pool, fitness room and, of course, a fleet of complimentary bikes to use ashore. And each night, the stunning Main Lounge provides an exhilarating backdrop for enjoying performances by local entertainers.
Stateroom
Category
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Stateroom Type
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Current Retail
Sale Price
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Travel Advisor
Rate
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Port
Charges
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E
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Picture Windows
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$3,039 ppdo
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$1,175.00 ppdo
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$240 pp
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D
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Picture Windows
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$3,338 ppdo
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$1,324.50 ppdo
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$240 pp
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C
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French Balcony
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$4,438 ppdo
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$1,874.50 ppdo
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$240 pp
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BB
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Twin Balconies
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$5,038 ppdo
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$2,174.50 ppdo
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$240 pp
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BA
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Twin Balconies
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$5,238 ppdo
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$2,274.50 ppdo
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$240 pp
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AB
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Twin Balconies
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$5,438 ppdo
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$2,374.50 ppdo
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$240 pp
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AA
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Twin Balconies
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$5,638 ppdo
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$2,474.50 ppdo
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$240 pp
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All rates are in US Dollars. Companion rates are the same as the travel agent rate. Single cruise-only rate is 150% of the per person double occupancy rate for categories E-AA. The rates are per person based on availability, cruise-only, and does not include airfare, transfers, gratuities, nor travel insurance. Travel insurance is highly recommended. AmaVenita, Videos,
All Travel Advisors are required to be registered via the AmaWaterways Travel Advisor Portal, and Travel Advisors must complete all modules of the AmaAcademy.
This is a great way to experience AmaWaterways at an Amazing Value! Space is Very Limited!
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