Golf Cruise on the Rhine (Basel - Amsterdam)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the heart of Europe, combining the luxury of a river cruise with the thrill of golfing at some of the continent's top clubs. This multi-day tour begins in the Swiss city of Basel, takes you through France's Alsace region, Germany's Rhineland-Palatinate, and ends in the Dutch town of Hoorn. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to explore charming towns, sample local cuisine, and play golf at renowned clubs like Le Kempferhof, St. Leon-Rot, and Jakobsberg. Each day brings a new destination and a new adventure, ensuring a truly unique and memorable experience.
Included
Gourmet dining featuring breakfast, multi-course lunches and dinners with menu choices (including vegetarian options), afternoon tea and late-night snack
Free-flowing hand-selected wines from the best wine regions of Europe served with dinner on board
Coffee and tea available 24 hours a day in the Amadeus Club
Welcome and Farewell Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner
Cruise ship
Transfer from ship to golf club and return to ship
Luxury accommodation in an outside river-view stateroom of your choice: Spacious Mozart Suites with a walk-out balcony, stateroom cabins on Mozart and Strauss Decks with drop-down Panorama Retractable Windows offering a wide-open view (except Amadeus Brilliant)
Individual climate control and in-room safe
Choice of bed configuration in all categories (double or twin bedding)
Services of an experienced golf expert and tour leader
Personalized service of an experienced, multilingual AMADEUS Cruise Director
4 rounds of golf at top golf courses
Green fees, reserved & pre-paid tee times, driving range balls
Shared electric golf carts (subject to availability)
Lunch box (on request)
Ship crew assistance with golf bags from/to cabin (on request)
Select excursions as outlined in the itinerary (included)
AMADEUS digital audio system for all guided excursions
Variety of enriching onboard programs, including fascinating lectures, cooking demonstrations, local cultural performances, and music by our onboard musicians
Complimentary use of onboard bicycles for independent exploration
Onboard fitness center open 24 hours a day
All port taxes, embarkation, disembarkation and lock fees included in your cruise fare
Map
Attractions
Schloss GottesaueDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Basel
- Basel
- Strasbourg - Arrival day
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Your European adventure begins in Basel, Switzerland's third-largest city. After boarding your AMADEUS ship, you'll have the opportunity to explore the vessel and meet the cruise director during a welcome cocktail. A meticulously prepared welcome dinner awaits you on board, followed by a briefing on the upcoming onshore excursions and golf clubs. As you rest, your floating hotel sets sail for Strasbourg.
Day 2 – Day 2: Strasbourg and Le Kempferhof Golf Club
- Strasbourg
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Wake up in Strasbourg, a city renowned for its romantic old town and significant European institutions. After breakfast, you'll be transferred to Le Kempferhof, one of France's top golf clubs. Nestled in the beautiful Alsace region, the club offers a tranquil setting for a round of golf. As the day ends, your ship departs for Germany.
Day 3 – Day 3: Speyer, St. Leon-Rot Golf Club, and Mannheim
- Speyer
- Mannheim
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- Schloss Gottesaue
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Arrive in the medieval town of Speyer before breakfast. Later, you'll be transferred to the St. Leon-Rot Golf Club near Heidelberg for a morning of golfing. In the afternoon, rejoin the ship in Mannheim, where it will remain docked for the rest of the day. As night falls, the ship sets sail for Rüdesheim.
Day 4 – Day 4: Rüdesheim, Jakobsberg Golf Club, and Koblenz
- Mainz
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- Oelsbergsteig
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Today brings two delightful stops. In the morning, arrive in Rüdesheim, a town famous for its Riesling wines. You'll be transferred to the Jakobsberg Golf Club for a round of golf amidst breathtaking views of the UNESCO Natural World Heritage Middle Rhine Valley. In the afternoon, rejoin your ship in Koblenz, one of Germany's oldest and most beautiful towns, for a charming walking tour.
Day 5 – Day 5: Cochem and Cologne
- Cochem
- Cologne
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- Nürburg Castle
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The ship departs from Koblenz early in the morning and makes a detour along the Moselle River to the romantic town of Cochem. Here, you'll have the chance to explore the town's narrow streets, half-timbered houses, and the magnificent Reichsburg Castle. After sampling the region's wines, return to the ship for dinner as it continues its journey to Cologne.
Day 6 – Day 6: Cologne and Golf & Country Club Gut Velderhof
- Cologne
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- Little Tokyo Düsseldorf
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Dedicate the morning to visit the Golf Club Gut Velderhof. After a day of golfing, return to the ship for a festive Gala Dinner prepared by the captain, featuring a variety of regional dishes.
Day 7 – Day 7: Hoorn and Amsterdam
- Amsterdam
- Hoorn
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By lunchtime, you'll arrive in the picturesque Dutch town of Hoorn. From here, you can opt for an overland trip to the north of Holland and an Amsterdam canal trip. If you choose to stay on board, you'll experience the beauty of the Dutch waterways as the ship sails towards Amsterdam. In the evening, join your captain for a Champions-Cocktail.
Day 8 – Day 8: Farewell in Amsterdam
- Amsterdam - Departure day
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After breakfast, it's time to say goodbye. As your unforgettable European journey comes to an end, we hope to welcome you back soon for another adventure.
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