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Rhine Getaway
Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines, the roots of its terraced vineyards reaching back to Roman times. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. From Amsterdam and Cologne to Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.
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Rhine Getaway

Amsterdam ↔ Basel
Mar- Nov 2023
PRESIDENT'S CRUISE
Rhine Getaway
Amsterdam ↔ Basel
Mar- Nov 2023 on board on board Viking Longships New Ship
PRESIDENT'S CRUISE
NEW VOYAGE
starting from:
$4,198 NOW $3,199 CAD
PER PERSON
up to FREE Int'l Air*, Taxes & Fees Included
Includes Free International Air*, Transfers, Taxes & Fees
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INCLUDES

  • Deposit for only C$XX/person
  • Up to FREE International Air*
  • Plus Reduced Air starting from $Free Air*
  • FREE Transfers
  • Plus
  • FREE Pre-paid Gratuities
    (value up to $)
  • FREE Wine, Beer & Soft drinks  
    (w/ onboard lunch & dinner)
  • FREE Upgrade to Silver Spirits Beverage Package
    (Applies to select voyages. Ask for details)
  • FREE Specialty Coffees, Teas & Bottled Water
  • FREE Guided Tours
  • FREE WiFi
  • FREE Shipboard Credit
    (up to $300 CAD**/stateroom)
  • FREE Enrichment Lectures
  • ALL Taxes & Fees
  • PLUS Travel Insurance
    Trip Cancellation & Trip Interruption
    NO AGE LIMIT | NO MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE | PRE-EXISTING CONDITION WAIVED
    See: Summary of Coverage / Insurance Policy/ Resolution Policy
Cruise Connections Exclusive Price (CAD)
up to FREE Int'l Air*, Taxes & Fees Included Includes Free International Air*, Transfers, Taxes & Fees
Dates
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from/person
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SAVINGS
up to/couple

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Amsterdam ↔ Basel
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$1,299
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Sep 2023
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$1,299
$699
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$600
Nov 2023
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$999
$699
$600
*Viking Air Promo (Economy) from Calgary, Edmonton, Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver, Winnipeg. Many additional gateways available. Airfare may vary. Airport transfers included with Viking purchased Air (to and from cruise terminal) on cruise dates. If air is not purchased from Viking, transfers may be purchased separately. Call for details.


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25 Years of Exploration

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Amsterdam ↔ Basel Amsterdam to Basel

1

Amsterdam canal bridge
Amsterdam, The Netherlands Capital of The Netherlands, Amsterdam is renowned for its museums, colorful gardens, abundance of bicycles and endless lattice of canals.

2

Kinderdijk Windmills
Kinderdijk, The Netherlands The South Holland village community of Kinderdijk includes a set of 19 windmills and other ingenious technologies built in the 18th century to control flooding.

3

Cologne Skyline by night
Cologne, Germany An intriguing mix of old and new, Cologne reveals its Roman heritage in the city layout and ancient ruins that lie scattered through the town.

4

Moselle Promenade
Koblenz & Rüdesheim, Germany On a breathtaking stretch of the Rhine that leads from medieval Koblenz to Braubach to Rüdesheim, the 13th-century Marksburg Castle towers over the river.

5

Speyer, Germany
Speyer, Germany Speyer’s charming, shop-lined main street is overlooked by the impressive clock tower of its Altpörtel, the Old Town Gate.

6

Strasbourg Flowers Bridge
Strasbourg, France Thanks to its location at the border of France and Germany, Strasbourg boasts a convivial mix of cultural influences.

7

Black Forest Landscape
Breisach, Germany Breisach is located in one of the warmest parts of Germany, next to Alsace, which is famous for its wine-growing.

8

Rathaus in Basel
Basel, Switzerland Located along the Rhine River, Basel sits at the point where French, German and Swiss borders meet, marking the gateway to the Swiss Rhineland.

Basel to Amsterdam

1

Rathaus in Basel
Basel, Switzerland Located along the Rhine River, Basel sits at the point where French, German and Swiss borders meet, marking the gateway to the Swiss Rhineland.

2

Black Forest Landscape
Breisach, Germany Breisach is located in one of the warmest parts of Germany, next to Alsace, which is famous for its wine-growing.

3

Strasbourg Flowers Bridge
Strasbourg, France Thanks to its location at the border of France and Germany, Strasbourg boasts a convivial mix of cultural influences.

4

Speyer, Germany
Speyer & Rüdesheim, Germany Speyer’s charming, shop-lined main street is overlooked by the impressive clock tower of its Altpörtel, the Old Town Gate.

5

Moselle Promenade
Koblenz, Germany On a breathtaking stretch of the Rhine that leads from medieval Koblenz to Braubach to Rüdesheim, the 13th-century Marksburg Castle towers over the river.

6

Cologne Skyline by night
Cologne, Germany An intriguing mix of old and new, Cologne reveals its Roman heritage in the city layout and ancient ruins that lie scattered through the town.

7

Kinderdijk Windmills
Kinderdijk, The Netherlands The South Holland village community of Kinderdijk includes a set of 19 windmills and other ingenious technologies built in the 18th century to control flooding.

8

Amsterdam canal bridge
Amsterdam, The Netherlands Capital of The Netherlands, Amsterdam is renowned for its museums, colorful gardens, abundance of bicycles and endless lattice of canals.

1

Rathaus in Basel
Basel, Switzerland Located along the Rhine River, Basel sits at the point where French, German and Swiss borders meet, marking the gateway to the Swiss Rhineland.

2

Black Forest Landscape
Breisach, Germany Breisach is located in one of the warmest parts of Germany, next to Alsace, which is famous for its wine-growing.

3

Strasbourg Flowers Bridge
Strasbourg, France Thanks to its location at the border of France and Germany, Strasbourg boasts a convivial mix of cultural influences.

4

Speyer, Germany
Speyer & Rüdesheim, Germany Speyer’s charming, shop-lined main street is overlooked by the impressive clock tower of its Altpörtel, the Old Town Gate.

5

Moselle Promenade
Koblenz, Germany On a breathtaking stretch of the Rhine that leads from medieval Koblenz to Braubach to Rüdesheim, the 13th-century Marksburg Castle towers over the river.

6

Cologne Skyline by night
Cologne, Germany An intriguing mix of old and new, Cologne reveals its Roman heritage in the city layout and ancient ruins that lie scattered through the town.

7

Kinderdijk Windmills
Kinderdijk, The Netherlands The South Holland village community of Kinderdijk includes a set of 19 windmills and other ingenious technologies built in the 18th century to control flooding.

8

Amsterdam canal bridge
Amsterdam, The Netherlands Capital of The Netherlands, Amsterdam is renowned for its museums, colorful gardens, abundance of bicycles and endless lattice of canals.

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Reverse itineraries available for multiple dates. Call for details. Some airline-imposed personal charges, including but not limited to baggage, priority boarding, and special seating, may apply. Cruise fares reflect the lowest lead-in fare for the dates listed by category. **Shipboard Credits are per stateroom and based on voyage and category, call for details.

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Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines, the roots of its terraced vineyards reaching back to Roman times. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. From Amsterdam and Cologne to Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.
Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines, the roots of its terraced vineyards reaching back to Roman times. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. From Amsterdam and Cologne to Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.
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Inclusions

  • Deposit for only C$XX/person
  • Up to FREE International Air*
  • Plus Reduced Air starting from $Free Air*
  • FREE Transfers
  • Plus
  • FREE Pre-paid Gratuities
    (value up to $)
  • FREE Wine, Beer & Soft drinks  
    (w/ onboard lunch & dinner)
  • FREE Upgrade to Silver Spirits Beverage Package
    (Applies to select voyages. Ask for details)
  • FREE Specialty Coffees, Teas & Bottled Water
  • FREE Guided Tours
  • FREE WiFi
  • FREE Shipboard Credit
    (up to $300 CAD**/stateroom)
  • FREE Enrichment Lectures
  • ALL Taxes & Fees
  • PLUS Travel Insurance
    Trip Cancellation & Trip Interruption
    NO AGE LIMIT | NO MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE | PRE-EXISTING CONDITION WAIVED
    See: Summary of Coverage / Insurance Policy/ Resolution Policy
PRICES
Cruise Connections Exclusive Price (CAD)
Includes Free International Air*, Transfers, Taxes & Fees
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*Viking Air Promo (Economy) from Calgary, Edmonton, Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver, Winnipeg. Many additional gateways available. Airfare may vary. Airport transfers included with Viking purchased Air (to and from cruise terminal) on cruise dates. If air is not purchased from Viking, transfers may be purchased separately. Call for details.


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1

Amsterdam canal bridge
Amsterdam, The Netherlands Capital of The Netherlands, Amsterdam is renowned for its museums, colorful gardens, abundance of bicycles and endless lattice of canals.

2

Kinderdijk Windmills
Kinderdijk, The Netherlands The South Holland village community of Kinderdijk includes a set of 19 windmills and other ingenious technologies built in the 18th century to control flooding.

3

Cologne Skyline by night
Cologne, Germany An intriguing mix of old and new, Cologne reveals its Roman heritage in the city layout and ancient ruins that lie scattered through the town.

4

Moselle Promenade
Koblenz & Rüdesheim, Germany On a breathtaking stretch of the Rhine that leads from medieval Koblenz to Braubach to Rüdesheim, the 13th-century Marksburg Castle towers over the river.

5

Speyer, Germany
Speyer, Germany Speyer’s charming, shop-lined main street is overlooked by the impressive clock tower of its Altpörtel, the Old Town Gate.

6

Strasbourg Flowers Bridge
Strasbourg, France Thanks to its location at the border of France and Germany, Strasbourg boasts a convivial mix of cultural influences.

7

Black Forest Landscape
Breisach, Germany Breisach is located in one of the warmest parts of Germany, next to Alsace, which is famous for its wine-growing.

8

Rathaus in Basel
Basel, Switzerland Located along the Rhine River, Basel sits at the point where French, German and Swiss borders meet, marking the gateway to the Swiss Rhineland.
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Special Offer ends on Nov 30, 2022. New bookings only.

Up to Free international economy airfare based on select 2023 departures and select gateways. Prices are in CAD dollars, per person, based on double occupancy and for CA residents only. 

Not combinable with other discounts and offers. Government taxes and fees included.  Air offer and pricing may vary across other gateways, saildates and itineraries. Airport transfers included with Viking purchased Air (to and from cruise terminal) on cruise dates. If air is not purchased from Viking, transfers may be purchased separately.

Free Upgrade to Silver Spirits Beverage Package applies to select voyages only (ask for details).

Reverse itineraries available for multiple dates. Call for details. Some airline-imposed personal charges, including but not limited to baggage, priority boarding, and special seating, may apply. Cruise fares reflect the lowest lead-in fare for the dates listed by category. **Shipboard Credits are per stateroom and based on voyage and category, call for details.

Cruise Connections reserves the right to correct errors & omissions. All offers, rates & sailings subject to change & availability at the time of booking. Promotion is capacity controlled and may be pulled out at any time without prior notice. Certain restrictions apply. BPCPA #28364