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Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland

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Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland

  Avg. Trip Rating 4.0 Based on 1 Reviews. No Booking FeesDedicated Consultant
Our Price From 4,993 Per Person
Exclusive Savings 2,054 Per Person
 Trip Length
11 Days
 Trip Starts
Amsterdam
 Trip Finishes
Basel
11 Day Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland Itinerary (Uniworld)
Countries Explored: Holland Germany France Switzerland
Our Price From 4,993 Per Person
Exclusive Savings 2,054 Per Person
 Trip Length
11 Days
 Trip Starts
Amsterdam
 Trip Finishes
Basel
11 Day Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland Itinerary (Uniworld)
Countries Explored: Holland Germany France Switzerland
Trip Operator:
Budget
Luxury
Ship Type
River Ship
Trip Code
UNIRR-R
Trip Operator:
Budget
Luxury
Ship Type
River Ship
Trip Code
UNIRR-R

Overview

Read reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Uniworld's 11 Day Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland. Dive deep into the region’s culture, natural wonders, traditions and historical significance in a one-of-a-kind experience along the Rhine. Delve into the region’s world-renowned museums. Along the way, indulge in Central Europe’s delicious cuisine.

Oh, and did we mention the scenery? Standing on the top deck of your ship, watching the ever-changing landscape turn increasingly dramatic, you’ll understand why people have been raving about the Rhine...read more River Valley for centuries—and there’s definitely no cause to stop.

Jewish Heritage Program (select sailings): Our Jewish Heritage Program is the only one of its kind on the rivers and allows you to dive into Central Europe's enduring Jewish legacy with visits to museums, memorials, synagogues and more.
Read reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on Uniworld's 11 Day Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland. Dive deep into the region’s culture, natural wonders, traditions and historical significance in a one-of-a-kind experience along the Rhine. Delve into the region’s world-renowned museums. Along the way, indulge in Central Europe’s delicious cuisine.

Oh, and did we mention the scenery? Standing on the top deck of your ship, watching the ever-changing landscape turn increasingly dramatic, you’ll understand why people have been raving about the Rhine...read more River Valley for centuries—and there’s definitely no cause to stop.

Jewish Heritage Program (select sailings): Our Jewish Heritage Program is the only one of its kind on the rivers and allows you to dive into Central Europe's enduring Jewish legacy with visits to museums, memorials, synagogues and more.

Itinerary

Arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship. (D)

Enjoy the luxury of a full day in the “Venice of the North,” starting with a morning visit to the Rijksmuseum. Afterwards, explore the city on foot or via a canal cruise. (B/L/WD)

Featured Excursions: Choice of A Morning at the Rijksmuseum OR Amsterdam Canal Cruise OR Visit to the Portuguese Synagogue and Jewish Museum

Note: This evening, a special Captain's Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

The only seaport left in Friesland, Harlingen is a bustling fishing center and the launch point for ferries to local islands. A quaint town, its canals are filled with sailboats and lined by traditional Dutch houses and historic buildings. Harlingen's beaches are an excellent place to relax and breathe in the salted air of the Wadden Sea. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursion: Harlingen "Village Day"

Arnhem, almost completely destroyed in WWII, has blossomed into a burgeoning Dutch city, with several museums, shop-lined streets and historic landmarks. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Kröller-Müller Museum Visit OR "Let's Go" Arnhem Airborne Cycle Route OR Visit of Palace "Het Loo'"

You have an array of choices for how you wish to experience Cologne's many treasures. Those interested in history and architecture will want to stroll through the Old Town, featuring 12 stunning Romanesque churches. Guests interested in the city's Jewish past are welcome to explore the centuries-old mikveh and Cologne's Jewish quarter. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Cologne Walking Tour with Old Town Visit OR Visit Cologne's Jewish Quarter

Bacharach is an ancient village that appears straight out of the pages of a storybook. Enjoy a guided stroll through town and taste some locally grown Rieslings, a specialty of the region. Alternatively, join a “Let's Go” hike that will take you past the old town walls and up to a fortified 12th-century castle. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Bacharach Village Stroll with Riesling Tasting OR “Let's Go” Castle Stahleck Hike

Frankfurt is known as the “Mainhattan” of Europe, a financial powerhouse with soaring skyscrapers as well as traditional Old Town architecture. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Frankfurt City Tour OR Frankfurt's Jewish History

Expect the unexpected in Speyer, where ancient treasures harmoniously coexist with modern-day innovation. Explore the baroque palace of Mannheim, visit a a vinegar estate for a tour and tasting, or join our “Jewish Heritage” excursion to an ancient center of learning and religion in Worms. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Speyer Walking Tour with Local Treats OR Private Doktorenhof Vinegar Estate Visit and Tasting OR Excursion to Worms

See Strasbourg on foot with an insightful local expert, where this historic town with its cobbled lanes, half-timbered homes, giant stork nests and impossible-to-resist pastry shops will win your heart. Or take an in-depth look at the city's rich Jewish history, which dates back an astonishing 2,000 years. (B/L/FD)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Strasbourg Panoramic Tour with Cathedral and Old Town Walk OR Alsace's Jewish Past

Note: This evening, a special Captain's Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

Ramble with your guide through the historic heart of Basel. Every historic square you see will hold a special charm. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Nights Out: Feldschlösschen Brewery Visit and Beer Tasting OR Basel Walking Tour with Local Treats OR “Let's Go” Basel by Bike OR Awareness Walking Tour

Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg airport for your flight home. (B)

Arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship. (D)

Enjoy the luxury of a full day in the “Venice of the North,” starting with a morning visit to the Rijksmuseum. Afterwards, explore the city on foot or via a canal cruise. (B/L/WD)

Featured Excursions: Choice of A Morning at the Rijksmuseum OR Amsterdam Canal Cruise OR Visit to the Portuguese Synagogue and Jewish Museum

Note: This evening, a special Captain's Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

The only seaport left in Friesland, Harlingen is a bustling fishing center and the launch point for ferries to local islands. A quaint town, its canals are filled with sailboats and lined by traditional Dutch houses and historic buildings. Harlingen's beaches are an excellent place to relax and breathe in the salted air of the Wadden Sea. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursion: Harlingen "Village Day"

Arnhem, almost completely destroyed in WWII, has blossomed into a burgeoning Dutch city, with several museums, shop-lined streets and historic landmarks. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Kröller-Müller Museum Visit OR "Let's Go" Arnhem Airborne Cycle Route OR Visit of Palace "Het Loo'"

You have an array of choices for how you wish to experience Cologne's many treasures. Those interested in history and architecture will want to stroll through the Old Town, featuring 12 stunning Romanesque churches. Guests interested in the city's Jewish past are welcome to explore the centuries-old mikveh and Cologne's Jewish quarter. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Cologne Walking Tour with Old Town Visit OR Visit Cologne's Jewish Quarter

Bacharach is an ancient village that appears straight out of the pages of a storybook. Enjoy a guided stroll through town and taste some locally grown Rieslings, a specialty of the region. Alternatively, join a “Let's Go” hike that will take you past the old town walls and up to a fortified 12th-century castle. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Bacharach Village Stroll with Riesling Tasting OR “Let's Go” Castle Stahleck Hike

Frankfurt is known as the “Mainhattan” of Europe, a financial powerhouse with soaring skyscrapers as well as traditional Old Town architecture. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Frankfurt City Tour OR Frankfurt's Jewish History

Expect the unexpected in Speyer, where ancient treasures harmoniously coexist with modern-day innovation. Explore the baroque palace of Mannheim, visit a a vinegar estate for a tour and tasting, or join our “Jewish Heritage” excursion to an ancient center of learning and religion in Worms. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Speyer Walking Tour with Local Treats OR Private Doktorenhof Vinegar Estate Visit and Tasting OR Excursion to Worms

See Strasbourg on foot with an insightful local expert, where this historic town with its cobbled lanes, half-timbered homes, giant stork nests and impossible-to-resist pastry shops will win your heart. Or take an in-depth look at the city's rich Jewish history, which dates back an astonishing 2,000 years. (B/L/FD)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Strasbourg Panoramic Tour with Cathedral and Old Town Walk OR Alsace's Jewish Past

Note: This evening, a special Captain's Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

Ramble with your guide through the historic heart of Basel. Every historic square you see will hold a special charm. (B/L/D)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Nights Out: Feldschlösschen Brewery Visit and Beer Tasting OR Basel Walking Tour with Local Treats OR “Let's Go” Basel by Bike OR Awareness Walking Tour

Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg airport for your flight home. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • 4 countries: France, Germany, the Netherlands, Switzerland
  • 6 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
  • Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines)
  • Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour
  • Captivating onboard local entertainment

  • 9 days of excursions, including “Choice Is Yours” options, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
  • Guided "Jewish Heritage," “Let's Go” and “Village Day” programs
  • State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions
  • Use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks

  • All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
  • 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 10 dinners
  • Captain's Welcome and Farewell Receptions
  • Welcome and Farewell Dinners
  • Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks and mineral water

  • 10-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the elegant River Empress
  • Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, high thread count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow options
  • Free Internet and Wi-Fi access

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

  • 4 countries: France, Germany, the Netherlands, Switzerland
  • 6 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
  • Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines)
  • Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour
  • Captivating onboard local entertainment

  • 9 days of excursions, including “Choice Is Yours” options, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
  • Guided "Jewish Heritage," “Let's Go” and “Village Day” programs
  • State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions
  • Use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks

  • All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
  • 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 10 dinners
  • Captain's Welcome and Farewell Receptions
  • Welcome and Farewell Dinners
  • Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks and mineral water

  • 10-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the elegant River Empress
  • Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, high thread count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow options
  • Free Internet and Wi-Fi access

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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Trip Reviews (1) Most Recent 'Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland' Reviews

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Sensational river cruise 1 , VIC, Australia, Sep 2019
Fantastic crew with outstanding service. Great food and already looking at a follow up cruise. Very informative tours. Extensive variety of drinks and the embarkation was very relaxed. Definitely recommended.
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Deck Plans

 
Classic
Moselle Deck (Level 1)
Ship Profile
 
Deluxe
Danube Deck (Level 2)
 
Deluxe
Main Deck (Level 2)
 
French Balcony
 
Suite
Rhine Deck (Level 3)

Cabins

  • Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom 151 sq ft/ 14 sq m
  • Half-Height Window(s)
  • Handcrafted Savoir® of England bed
  • Built-in closet, hair dryer, safe
  • Individual thermostat
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Bottled water
  • Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, heated mirrors, cozy bathrobes, and slippers
  • Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom 151 sq ft/ 14 sq m
  • Picture Window
  • Handcrafted Savoir® of England bed
  • Built-in closet, hair dryer, safe
  • Individual thermostat
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Bottled water
  • Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, heated mirrors, cozy bathrobes, and slippers
  • Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom 151 sq ft/ 14 sq m
  • Handcrafted Savoir® of England bed
  • Built-in closet, hair dryer, safe
  • Individual thermostat
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Bottled water
  • Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, heated mirrors, cozy bathrobes, and slippers
  • Lavishly appointed riverview suite 214 sq ft/ 20 sq m
  • Handcrafted Savoir® of England bed
  • Built-in closet, hair dryer, safe
  • Individual thermostat
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Bottled water
  • Marble bathroom with Hermès bath and body products, plush towels, heated mirrors, cozy bathrobes, and slippers
  • Additional special amenities and services include: in-suite butler service; packing and unpacking assistance; in-room breakfast; daily fruit and cookie plate, and an elegant evening snack; iPod dock; Nespresso coffee machine and fine teas; fully stocked mini bar; bottle of wine upon arrival; shoe shine; free laundry service

Deck Plans

 
Classic
Moselle Deck (Level 1)
Ship Profile
 
Deluxe
Danube Deck (Level 2)
 
Deluxe
Main Deck (Level 2)
 
French Balcony
 
Suite
Rhine Deck (Level 3)

Cabins

  • Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom 151 sq ft/ 14 sq m
  • Half-Height Window(s)
  • Handcrafted Savoir® of England bed
  • Built-in closet, hair dryer, safe
  • Individual thermostat
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Bottled water
  • Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, heated mirrors, cozy bathrobes, and slippers
  • Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom 151 sq ft/ 14 sq m
  • Picture Window
  • Handcrafted Savoir® of England bed
  • Built-in closet, hair dryer, safe
  • Individual thermostat
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Bottled water
  • Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, heated mirrors, cozy bathrobes, and slippers
  • Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom 151 sq ft/ 14 sq m
  • Handcrafted Savoir® of England bed
  • Built-in closet, hair dryer, safe
  • Individual thermostat
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Bottled water
  • Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, heated mirrors, cozy bathrobes, and slippers
  • Lavishly appointed riverview suite 214 sq ft/ 20 sq m
  • Handcrafted Savoir® of England bed
  • Built-in closet, hair dryer, safe
  • Individual thermostat
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite
  • Bottled water
  • Marble bathroom with Hermès bath and body products, plush towels, heated mirrors, cozy bathrobes, and slippers
  • Additional special amenities and services include: in-suite butler service; packing and unpacking assistance; in-room breakfast; daily fruit and cookie plate, and an elegant evening snack; iPod dock; Nespresso coffee machine and fine teas; fully stocked mini bar; bottle of wine upon arrival; shoe shine; free laundry service

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Cabin Upgrades Optional cabin upgrades. Upgrades priced per person

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Deluxe $ 900
French Balcony $ 1,800
Suite $ 5,800
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Cabin Upgrades Optional cabin upgrades. Upgrades priced per person

Classic  (Prices Shown) $ 0
Deluxe $ 1,000
French Balcony $ 2,000
Suite $ 5,800
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