River Cruises from Amsterdam to Zurich
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10 best River cruises from Amsterdam to Zurich
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- Amsterdam with Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards 2025 - 13 Days
- Rhine Highlights with Switzerland 2026 - 12 Days
- Romantic Rhine & Moselle 2026 - 15 Days (16 destinations)
- Romantic Rhine & Moselle 2026 - 15 Days (10 destinations)
- Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards 2026 - 11 Days (from Amsterdam to Zurich)
- Serenity on the Rhine
- Tulips & the Rhine & Glacier Express
- Rhine Christmas Markets with Switzerland 2026 - 12 Days (from Amsterdam to Zurich)
- Christmas Markets on the Rhine & Lucerne - Zurich 2026
- Tulips & the Rhine 2026 - 8 Days (from Amsterdam to Zurich)
A 13-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich aboard Emerald Star-Ships showcases the Rijksmuseum, Utrecht's Oudegracht, Marksburg Castle, and UNESCO-listed Strasbourg. The 875-mile scenic waterway adventure concludes with a transfer to Zurich.
Duration 13 days Destinations Netherlands, Switzerland, Germany Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Emerald Cruises From $11,370
47% Off- US$6,075You save $5,295
Rhine Highlights with Switzerland 2026 - 12 Days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“A credit to the ship, nothing was too much trouble, lots of fun.”
Michaeljohnson, traveled in September
Duration 12 days Destinations Amsterdam, Koblenz, Baden, Basel, Montreux, Vevey, Lake Geneva, Geneva, Gstaad, BernSee all destinations Age Range 12 to 99 year olds Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $11,740
40% Off- US$7,045You save $4,695
Journey from Amsterdam's UNESCO canals to Zurich aboard Scenic Ruby, cruising Rhine and Moselle Rivers. Visit 16 destinations including Utrecht's De Haar Castle, Cochem's Reichsburg Castle, and Basel. 15-day voyage features luxury suites, 41 meals, and comprehensive guided excursions.
Duration 15 days Destinations Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France, Switzerland Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $7,310
22% Off- US$5,735You save $1,576
A 15-day river cruise from Amsterdam's UNESCO canals to Zurich unfolds along the Rhine and Moselle rivers. The route includes Veere's historic harbor, medieval Cochem's Reichsburg Castle, and Strasbourg's Grand Ile, before reaching Basel and transferring to Zurich.
Duration 15 days Destinations Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $7,058
22% Off- US$5,482You save $1,576
Duration 11 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland Age Range 12 to 90 year olds Operator Emerald Cruises From $10,590
50% Off- US$5,295You save $5,295
This 8-day adventure aboard Emerald Sun covers 435 miles of scenic waterways from Amsterdam to Zurich. The itinerary includes 10 cities, showcasing Strasbourg's UNESCO Old Town and Heidelberg's Renaissance castle, with Black Forest excursions before reaching Zurich.
Duration 8 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Emerald Cruises From
50% Off- US$5,790
Vast tulip gardens at Amsterdam's Keukenhof open this cruise through historic Rhine cities, featuring Cologne's Gothic cathedral and Strasbourg's Neustadt District. The grand finale aboard Glacier Express to Zurich offers panoramic Alpine views.
Duration 11 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Emerald Cruises From $8,860
41% Off- US$5,265You save $3,595
Duration 12 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $12,265
40% Off- US$7,370You save $4,895
Journey from Amsterdam's UNESCO canals to Zurich's crystal-lit Bahnhofstrasse, spanning 11 days aboard Emerald Destiny. Cruise through Cologne's cathedral markets, Koblenz's river confluence, and Strasbourg's Grande Île before ending in Switzerland.
Duration 11 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, France Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Emerald Cruises From $9,530
43% Off- US$5,435You save $4,095
An eight-day river voyage aboard Emerald Sun takes you from Amsterdam to Zurich. The route encompasses Keukenhof Gardens, Rhine Gorge, and Strasbourg's UNESCO district, concluding with Basel exploration before Zurich transfer, covering 949 kilometers of scenic waterways.
Duration 8 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Emerald Cruises From $7,190
50% Off- US$3,595You save $3,595