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Swiss Alps & Rhine Castles - Soulful Experience

The Rhine has drawn artists and storytellers for centuries, and this Soulful Experience sailing honors those who traveled it in search of what Europe alone seemed to offer: freedom, recognition, a stage equal to their talent. Live performances, artist encounters and cultural programming rooted in the African diaspora's relationship with European culture play out against the Rhine's castle scenery and Alpine backdrops, from Switzerland through the legendary Rhine Gorge.

Duration7 nights
RiversRhine
CountriesFrance, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland
Duration7 nights
RiversRhine
CountriesFrance, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland

Highlights of your Soulful Experience

Aerial view of old city of Amsterdam, Netherlands
Two Nights in Amsterdam
Explore the Dutch capital alongside local guides, with plenty of time for independent exploration. Your stay includes luxury accommodations, daily breakfast and more.
Heritage-focused tours in every port
Heritage-focused tours in every port
Every day reveals new connections through history, music, and community. Get a deeper understanding of Black history and cultural legacy in each place you visit along your journey.
Sail with scholars and historians
Sail with scholars and historians
Every Soulful Experience brings experts on diaspora, heritage, and resistance, whose talks give the ports you visit a context most cruises miss.
Traditional Colombian dish Bandeja Paisa with fried egg, beans, rice, chorizo, and pork rind served on a rustic table setting.
Experience your history with all your senses
Regional performers and cuisine tied to the culture of each destination, from Afro-Colombian rhythms on the Magdalena to the tables of the Nile.

What's included with your cruise

An opened luggage on top of a bed in a stateroom
More room to breathe
  • Choose from suites, solo staterooms, and connecting rooms. Most include our signature twin balconies.
  • Daily housekeeping and turn-down service
  • Bathrobe, slippers and full bathroom amenities
  • Refillable water bottle to take with you
  • Onboard WiFi
chefs preparing a fresh meal
A flavor for every moment
  • All onboard meals
  • The Chef's Table, specialty restaurant
  • Wine, beer, and soft drinks with meals
  • Specialty coffee and tea
  • Sip & Sail cocktail hour daily
  • All-day snacks in the Lark Lounge
  • Welcome cocktail reception
back lit bicycle ride
Adventures on your terms
  • Choose from up to six expert-led experiences each day
  • Gentle, regular and active options are available for most activities
  • Wellness Host with daily fitness, stretch and meditation classes on most sailing
Riding bikes through Antwerp
Designed for the way you travel
  • A Cruise Manager who knows everything about your route and will lead your journey the whole way
  • Regional music and performances
  • Experiences for solo travelers
  • Onshore experiences, onboard amenities, and port charges included

Important: Dates, fares & itineraries are subject to change.

Port Charges (included in cruise price): $250 per person in 2026. $280 per person in 2027. $290 per person in 2028.

Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of per person double occupancy fare; Suites 100% of per person double occupancy fare.

Single Supplement for Land: A single supplement charge will be applied to pre- and post-cruise hotel extensions. Please ask your travel advisor or call for pricing details.

Bedding: Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking.

Option A: Two twin beds

Option B: One large bed (larger than queen size).

Terms & Conditions

All rates are per person in USD, cruise-only, include port fees, and are based on double occupancy in an entry-level stateroom unless otherwise noted. Offers apply to select sailings and new bookings only. Unless a reduced single supplement is specifically stated, solo travelers in double-occupancy staterooms must pay the full single supplement before receiving any discounts. Ask about Solo Traveler promotions. Offers are not combinable with other promotions or discounts, are capacity-controlled, subject to availability, and may change or end without notice. Stateroom upgrades, optional land programs, and airfare are not included. Additional restrictions apply. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct errors or omissions at any time.

Ships

AmaVenita cruising the Rhine River through the countryside at sunset in Germany

AmaVenita

AmaVenita sails Europe’s rivers with twin-balcony staterooms, regionally inspired dining, and inviting spaces that create a warm, elegant setting between days of discovery
Staterooms: 81
Passengers: 162
AmaVenita cruising the Rhine River through the countryside at sunset in Germany
AmaVenita
AmaVenita sails Europe’s rivers with twin-balcony staterooms, regionally inspired dining, and inviting spaces that create a warm, elegant setting between days of discovery
Staterooms: 81
Passengers: 162

Frequently Asked Questions

Why travelers choose AmaWaterways

Captivating Rhine

“I’ve sailed the Rhine River three times now and been to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Cabinet every time. It was a totally different experience the third time when I experienced the museum through my new friends’ eyes.”

KD
Kathy D.
Captivating Rhine

“I’ve sailed the Rhine River three times now and been to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Cabinet every time. It was a totally different experience the third time when I experienced the museum through my new friends’ eyes.”

KD
Kathy D.
City Escape: The Rhine

“Ama goes above and beyond to make the holiday season special aboard, and its wonderful to be able to celebrate, be taken care of, and feel like I’ve done something special for myself all at the same time. I can’t recommend it enough!”

AB
Aimee Bentson

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Dish with cod with saffron rice with white wine on the side
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Dish with cod with saffron rice with white wine on the side

Enchanting Switzerland: Lake Lucerne and Zurich

Switzerland's reputation abroad often comes down to two things: chocolate and watches. Our 4-night Lucerne and Zurich land package, available on select Rhine River itineraries, invites you to step beyond the country's well-known exports (although there's always time for chocolate on our watch), spending real time in two cities that showcase Switzerland's history, natural beauty and culture. Add it to the start or end of your journey for a closer look at both.

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The Hague

A First-Time River Cruiser's Christmas on the Rhine

A longtime ocean cruiser and self-described introvert discovers that AmaWaterways’ intimate Rhine Christmas cruise offers warm connections, festive markets, exceptional service, and a smaller-ship experience that wins her over.

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