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Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland

From Amsterdam to Basel, or in reverse, this masterfully crafted 11-day itinerary is designed to showcase the highlights found along the Rhine.

Enjoy a hand-picked selection of featured tours, tastings and activities alongside a choice of paid Masterpiece Collection excursions guests may wish to choose from for a more personally tuned experience.

Guests enjoy 10 nights’ rest aboard the spectacular River Queen – a regal floating hotel featuring everything necessary for an indulgent getaway. From luxurious interiors, spacious floor plans and fantastic customer service – this vessel guarantees a 5-star experience.

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  • Cruise Line: Uniworld
  • Ship: River Queen
  • Duration: 10 Nights
  • Departure: May - Oct
£4,099pp
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Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland Cruise Itinerary

Embark down the remarkable Rhine River for the 10-night getaway of your dreams. Featuring a choice of tours, tastings, bike rides, lectures and much more – this tightly packed itinerary conducts guests through all the must-sees along the way.

Day 1

Amsterdam (EMBARK)

Upon arrival at Amsterdam, transfer to the River Queen – and settle into your home for the next 10 nights.

Day 2

Amsterdam

Kick off your adventure on an excursion to the Red Light District. Later, either spend a morning at the Westergasfabriek, cruising the Amsterdam’s scenic canals or on a visit to the Portuguese Synagogue and Jewish Museum.
*Optional Masterpiece Collection excursions: ‘Anne Frank House Visit’ (£69),’Keukenhof Gardens’ (£69)

Day 3

Harlingen

Today’s featured excursion takes you for a Village Day in Harlingen, where you’ll explore the attractive town during a range of activities.

Day 4

Nijmegen

Spend your time either on a visit to palace ‘Het Loo’ or on a guided bike ride around Nimegen.

Day 5

Cologne

Today offers either a walking tour of Cologne, with a visit to the Old Town or the opportunity to explore cities’ interesting Jewish history.

Day 6

Oberwesel

Choose between a scenic tour and tasting, or a ‘Let’s Go’ adventure to Rheinfels Castle and tunnels.

Day 7

Frankfurt

Embark on a Frankfurt walking tour to discover local treats, or travel to Rothschild Palais to explore the cities’ Jewish history.

Day 8

Speyer (Mannheim)

Spend your day on a walking tour with local treats, at a private tasting hosted by Doktorenhof Vinegar Estate or on the ‘Speyer and the ShUM’ excursion.
*Optional Masterpiece Collection excursions: ‘Authentic Country Cooking with Vinegar’ (£180), ‘Romantic Heidelberg’ (£89)

Day 9

Strasbourg

Explore Strasbourg on a panoramic tour including a cathedral visit and walk through the Old Town. Alternatively, spend the day diving into Alsace’s Jewish Past.
*Optional Masterpiece Collection excursions: ‘ Black Forest Natural Beauty & Living History’ (£139)

Day 10

Basel

Today’s featured excursion brings you on a visit to Feldschlosschen Brewery for a beer tasting. Later, choose to explore either on a walking tour with local treats, on a scenic bike ride or on an Awareness Tour for more insight into the locals’ day-to-day.

Day 11

Basel (DISEMBARK)

Disembark from your ship and begin following your travel arrangements to get home.

Day 1

Basel (EMBARK)

Upon arrival at Basel, transfer to the River Queen – and settle into your home for the next 10 nights.

Day 2

Basel

Today’s featured excursion brings you on a visit to Feldschlosschen Brewery for a beer tasting. Later, choose to explore either on a walking tour with local treats, on a scenic bike ride or on an Awareness Tour for more insight into the locals’ day-to-day.

Day 3

Strasbourg

Explore Strasbourg on a panoramic tour including a cathedral visit and walk through the Old Town. Alternatively, spend the day diving into Alsace’s Jewish Past.
*Optional Masterpiece Collection excursions: ‘ Black Forest Natural Beauty & Living History’ (£139)

Day 4

Speyer (Mannheim)

Spend your day on a walking tour with local treats, at a private tasting hosted by Doktorenhof Vinegar Estate or on the ‘Speyer and the ShUM’ excursion.
*Optional Masterpiece Collection excursions: ‘Authentic Country Cooking with Vinegar’ (£180), ‘Romantic Heidelberg’ (£89)

Day 5

Frankfurt

Embark on a Frankfurt walking tour to discover local treats, or travel to Rothschild Palais to explore the cities’ Jewish history.

Day 6

Oberwesel

Choose between a scenic tour and tasting, or a ‘Let’s Go’ adventure to Rheinfels Castle and tunnels.

Day 7

Cologne

Today offers either a walking tour of Cologne, with a visit to the Old Town or the opportunity to explore cities’ interesting Jewish history.

Day 8

Nijmegen

Spend your time either on a visit to palace ‘Het Loo’ or on a guided bike ride around Nimegen.

Day 9

Harlingen

Today’s featured excursion takes you for a Village Day in Harlingen, where you’ll explore the attractive town during a range of activities.

Day 10

Amsterdam

Take an excursion to the Red Light District. Later, either spend a morning at the Westergasfabriek, cruising the Amsterdam’s scenic canals or on a visit to the Portuguese Synagogue and Jewish Museum.
*Optional Masterpiece Collection excursions: ‘Anne Frank House Visit’ (£69),’Keukenhof Gardens’ (£69)

Day 11

Amsterdam (DISEMBARK)

Disembark from your ship and begin following your travel arrangements to get home.

Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland Cruise Ships

River Queen

This vessel’s exterior has been custom made to resemble the steam ships of the 1930s. Featuring an elegant art deco interior, decorated in richly textured blue and white fabrics, this vessel is the luxurious floating hotel experience you’ve been looking for.

Remodelled in 2010
24-hour Coffee & Tea Station
Luxury Interiors

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Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland Deals

Explore the Rhine’s must-sees

10 Nights
May Oct

Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland

  • Amsterdam (EMBARK)
  • Amsterdam
  • Harlingen
  • Nijmegen
  • Cologne
  • Oberwesel
  • Frankfurt
  • Speyer (Mannheim)
  • Strasbourg
  • Basel
  • Basel (DISEMBARK)
£4,099pp Est. Price per person
  • River Queen  

Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland Cruise Review

“This cruise was very eventful – definitely no shortage of things to be doing. My only regret is I couldn’t go on every single excursion on offer; they all looked like good fun.”

Michael Green, Nottingham

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Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland FAQ

Find answers to some of the most common questions about river cruising here.

Are there any extensions available for this cruise?

The Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland getaway offers the opportunity for a Post-Cruise extension in Interlaken – where guests will spend 2 nights at the Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel (or similar).

When was the River Queen built?

The regal River Queen, remodelled in 2010, was initially debuted in 1999.

What are Masterpiece Collection excursions?

Our Masterpiece Collection consists of paid excursions on offer to guests. They’ll be marked with an *asterisk on your itinerary.

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