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Swiss Alps & Rhine Castles with AmaWaterways

Tue 4 - Tue 11 Aug: AMA Waterways Fly Cruise - Swiss Alps & Rhine Castles

Tuesday 4th – Tuesday 11th August 2026

Flights from Heathrow + Transfers 7 Nights

Cruise the iconic Rhine framed by fairy-tale castles, pristine Swiss & German Alps vistas, art-rich Alsace towns, and charming canal cities. From Basel to Amsterdam, this AMA Waterways cruise blends natural beauty, local wines, ancient architecture, and serene river cruising—plus excellent cuisine, comfort and onboard luxury.

Look What’s Included

Flights from Heathrow & transfers
Transfers ship-shore & all included shore excursions
7 nights luxury outside stateroom (many with twin balconies)
All meals onboard, inclusive drinks at meals & cocktail hour
Wine, beer & soft drinks with lunch & dinner; sparkling wine & juices with breakfast
Wellness, fitness room, sun deck pool with swim-up bar, panoramic lounge
Entertainment-on-demand, mini-fridge & bottled water daily
Guided tours in each port; bike & hike options daily
Port taxes & gratuities included

Not included: All lunches ashore

Wednesday

Leave home with Door-to-Door service. Transfer to Heathrow. Fly to Basel. Embark the ship and enjoy the Welcome Dinner.

Thursday

Basel: "City of Art" tour exploring its medieval heart, market squares & grand architecture. Optionally, take a bike tour through neighbouring countries or a full-day trip to Lucerne. Afternoon wine tasting or castle visit for quieter option.

Friday

Strasbourg, Alsace. Walk "La Petite France," enjoy gothic cathedral sights, or bike through vineyards. Evening cruise along the Rhine continues.

Saturday

Rüdesheim & Rhine Gorge. Cruise through this dramatic UNESCO gorge, then enjoy wine tasting, gondola ride, vineyard hikes, or the mechanical instrument cabinet.

Sunday

Germany's romantic Heidelberg or Ludwigshafen region. Choose from castle tours, philosopher's path hikes, or exploring historic townies & local wines.

Monday

More scenic cruising & port calls along the Rhine. Visit Cologne for its cathedral & Old Town. Optional tasting or cycling.

Tuesday

Amsterdam arrival: enjoy a canal cruise, explore the city's historic centre & museums, and soak in the final onboard evening.

Wednesday 2

Disembark after breakfast. Transfer to airport. Fly back to Heathrow. Door to Door service home.

Your Holiday Ship

AmaSERENA *****

Ship Facility Symbols: 5-Star • En Suite Staterooms • Twin Balconies (many) • Lift • Fitness Room • Sun Deck Pool • Panoramic Main Lounge.

Indulge in AMA’s signature luxury, with regional cuisine, wellness programmes, exceptional service, and the romance of riverside scenery and historic towns as your backdrop.

Supplements

Single Stateroom: £[TBC]

Holiday Insurance: £

Passports required.

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