7-night Enchanting Rhine (A Taste Of Christmas Markets) With 2 Nights Zurich, 2 Nights Lucerne Pre-Cruise Cruise/Land Package

December 19, 2026

AmaWaterways: AmaCerto

Zurich/Amsterdam

Vacation Offer ID 1548751

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From $5,089

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Overview

Ship Info

Activities & Services

Staterooms

Deckplans

Cruise Inclusions

SPACIOUS STATEROOMS

7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with French balconies)
Computer for internet access
Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
Mini-Fridge, Desk and sitting area
Bottled water replenished daily

AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES

Wellness Program with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes as well as discussions on healthy eating and relaxation techniques, both on board and on shore.
Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs
Internet and Wi-Fi access
Sun deck whirlpool and walking track
Fitness room, massage services and hair salon
Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
Daily entertainment including cultural performances

AWARD-WINNING DINING

All onboard dining in a variety of venues
Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner
La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
Sip & Sail Daily Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge

A WORLD OF EXPLORATION

Immersive tours in every destination
Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
Bike tours and hikes
Special Interest Tours
Knowledgeable guides
Personal headset for easy exploration
Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways

LAND PROGRAM

2 nights hotel in Zurich at the Marriott Zurich (or similar), including city tour and daily breakfast
Transfer from the hotel in Zurich to Lucerne with scenic Lake Lucerne cruise and walking tour
2 nights hotel in Lucerne at the Hotel Schweizerhof Lucerne (or similar), including Lion Monument and daily breakfast
Transfer from hotel in Lucerne to ship in Basel with highlights tour

Available Add-Ons

Optional roundtrip airfare from your city
Optional shore excursions

Destination Guide
Suggested Shore Excursions

Destination	Arrival	Departure
Zurich	12/19/2026	12/21/2026
Lucerne	12/21/2026	12/23/2026
Basel	12/23/2026	12/23/2026
Breisach Breisach 12/24/2026 ARRIVE Breisach-Colmar excursion OR Black Forest hike with Black Forest Cake OR Breisach wine country bike tour Breisach-DEPART	12/24/2026	12/24/2026
Strasbourg Strasbourg 12/25/2026 ARRIVE Strasbourg-“The Gem of Alsace” tour OR Strasbourg bike tour Strasbourg-DEPART	12/25/2026	12/25/2026
Ludwigshafen Ludwigshafen 12/26/2026 ARRIVE Ludwigshafen-“Romantic Heidelberg” excursion OR Heidelberg Philosopher’s hike OR “Secrets of Speyer” tour Ludwigshafen-DEPART	12/26/2026	12/26/2026
Rudesheim Rudesheim 12/26/2026 ARRIVE Rüdesheim-Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet OR Rüdesheimer Coffee	12/26/2026	12/26/2026
Rudesheim Rudesheim 12/27/2026 Gondola ride and wine tasting OR Schloss Johannisberg bike tour OR Vineyard hike Rüdesheim-DEPART	12/27/2026	12/27/2026
Rhine Gorge Rhine Gorge 12/27/2026 ARRIVE Rhine Gorge-Castles along the Rhine scenic cruising Rhine Gorge-DEPART	12/27/2026	12/27/2026
Lahnstein Lahnstein 12/27/2026 ARRIVE Lahnstein-Exclusive Burg Lahneck visit Lahnstein-DEPART	12/27/2026	12/27/2026
Dusseldorf Dusseldorf 12/28/2026 ARRIVE Düsseldorf-Düsseldorf walking tour and beer tasting OR Cologne walking tour OR Düsseldorf bike tour Düsseldorf-DEPART	12/28/2026	12/28/2026
Utrecht Utrecht 12/29/2026 ARRIVE Utrecht-Walking Tour OR Beer Tasting Utrecht-DEPART	12/29/2026	12/29/2026
Amsterdam Amsterdam 12/29/2026 ARRIVE Amsterdam-Scenic cruising Amsterdam-Canal cruise tour OR A Taste of Amsterdam* Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Amsterdam: An Introduction to Amsterdam – 4 hours Meet your driver at the Port in Amsterdam for a private transfer to the city centre where your guide is waiting to meet you for a walking tour of this beautiful city. Begin at Dam Square, bordered by the Royal Palace and enjoy wonderful views of the canals and gabled houses of the mercantile quarter before visiting the house in which Anne Frank wrote her celebrated diary during the last war. After your tour, transfer in the comfort of your own private vehicle back to your ship. tickets for the Anne Frank House sell out very quickly and are subject to availability. Guides are not allowed to accompany you into the house itself, but will be waiting for you at the end of your visit (approx. 45-90 mins) Highlights: Tour Anne Frank's house Tour Duration: 4 Hours Tour Can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transport by luxury car or minivan An expert local guide for 4 hours Entrance fees to all sights and museums All taxes Exclusions: All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs Gratuities Amsterdam: Highlights of Amsterdam - 8 Hours Spend the day exploring Amsterdam in the hands of your expert guide. You are met at the port and transferred to Dam Square where your morning’s walking tour includes the notable Royal Palace. Admire the views of the canals and the gabled houses of the Canal Ring district, where you will visit the house in which Anne Frank wrote her celebrated diary during the last war. After lunch explore the beautifully-restored Rijksmuseum, to admire the stunning collection of masterpieces from the seventeenth-century Golden Age, including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. No visit to Amsterdam would be complete without seeing the delightful Van Gogh Museum, home to many of his famous works as well as those of other Impressionists and Post-Impressionists. tickets for the Anne Frank House sell out very quickly and are subject to availability. Guides are not allowed to accompany you into the house itself, but will be waiting for you at the end of your visit (approx. 45-90 mins) Highlights: Visit Anne Frank's House Explore the Van Gogh Museum Tour Duration: 8 Hours Tour Can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transport by luxury car or minivan An expert local guide for 8 hours Entrance fees to all sights and museums All taxes Exclusions: All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs Gratuities Amsterdam: The Three Sisters, Delft & Den Haag - 8 Hours You are met at Amsterdam port for a full-day excursion outside of the city. Head south into the countryside for a photo opportunity at the impressive Three Sisters Windmills in Stompwijk. As over a third of the Netherlands lies below sea level, windmills were initially designed to pump vast amount of water out, thus protecting land from flooding. Today, these silent giants draw many visitors every year for their charming appearances. From here, you travel on to Delft, world-renowned for its famous blue and white pottery and one of the most beautiful towns in the Netherlands. Take in the town’s architectural gems and charming ambience, which are best appreciated by walking along its small canals with their graceful humpbacked bridges. Following this, enjoy a privately-guided tour at the Royal Delft Experience, where a painter shares the passion behind the production of this stunning 17th-century earthenware during a special demonstration. After lunch at leisure, you continue to the Hague, the home of the Dutch Royal Family and the administrative capital of the Netherlands; walk the Inner court past the Government buildings and take the opportunity for a photo stop at the International Court of Justice. You may like to visit the Mauritshuis Museum, which holds one of the world's finest collections of paintings, including Rembrandt, Steen, Hals, Rubens and Van Dyck, or you may choose to visit the Panorama Mesdag, which hosts the Panorama, one of the largest canvas paintings in the world (subject to opening times). On your return journey, stop at Scheveningen beach for some spectacular views before continuing back. (8 hours, driver and guide) Highlights: Witness the majestic windmills known as the Three Sisters Delve into Delft's artistic heritage Tour Duration: 8 Hours Tour Can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transport by luxury car or minivan An expert local guide for 8 hours Entrance fees to all sights and museums All taxes Exclusions: All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs Gratuities	12/29/2026	12/29/2026
Amsterdam Amsterdam 12/30/2026 DISEMBARKATION Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Amsterdam: An Introduction to Amsterdam – 4 hours Meet your driver at the Port in Amsterdam for a private transfer to the city centre where your guide is waiting to meet you for a walking tour of this beautiful city. Begin at Dam Square, bordered by the Royal Palace and enjoy wonderful views of the canals and gabled houses of the mercantile quarter before visiting the house in which Anne Frank wrote her celebrated diary during the last war. After your tour, transfer in the comfort of your own private vehicle back to your ship. tickets for the Anne Frank House sell out very quickly and are subject to availability. Guides are not allowed to accompany you into the house itself, but will be waiting for you at the end of your visit (approx. 45-90 mins) Highlights: Tour Anne Frank's house Tour Duration: 4 Hours Tour Can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transport by luxury car or minivan An expert local guide for 4 hours Entrance fees to all sights and museums All taxes Exclusions: All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs Gratuities Amsterdam: Highlights of Amsterdam - 8 Hours Spend the day exploring Amsterdam in the hands of your expert guide. You are met at the port and transferred to Dam Square where your morning’s walking tour includes the notable Royal Palace. Admire the views of the canals and the gabled houses of the Canal Ring district, where you will visit the house in which Anne Frank wrote her celebrated diary during the last war. After lunch explore the beautifully-restored Rijksmuseum, to admire the stunning collection of masterpieces from the seventeenth-century Golden Age, including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. No visit to Amsterdam would be complete without seeing the delightful Van Gogh Museum, home to many of his famous works as well as those of other Impressionists and Post-Impressionists. tickets for the Anne Frank House sell out very quickly and are subject to availability. Guides are not allowed to accompany you into the house itself, but will be waiting for you at the end of your visit (approx. 45-90 mins) Highlights: Visit Anne Frank's House Explore the Van Gogh Museum Tour Duration: 8 Hours Tour Can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transport by luxury car or minivan An expert local guide for 8 hours Entrance fees to all sights and museums All taxes Exclusions: All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs Gratuities Amsterdam: The Three Sisters, Delft & Den Haag - 8 Hours You are met at Amsterdam port for a full-day excursion outside of the city. Head south into the countryside for a photo opportunity at the impressive Three Sisters Windmills in Stompwijk. As over a third of the Netherlands lies below sea level, windmills were initially designed to pump vast amount of water out, thus protecting land from flooding. Today, these silent giants draw many visitors every year for their charming appearances. From here, you travel on to Delft, world-renowned for its famous blue and white pottery and one of the most beautiful towns in the Netherlands. Take in the town’s architectural gems and charming ambience, which are best appreciated by walking along its small canals with their graceful humpbacked bridges. Following this, enjoy a privately-guided tour at the Royal Delft Experience, where a painter shares the passion behind the production of this stunning 17th-century earthenware during a special demonstration. After lunch at leisure, you continue to the Hague, the home of the Dutch Royal Family and the administrative capital of the Netherlands; walk the Inner court past the Government buildings and take the opportunity for a photo stop at the International Court of Justice. You may like to visit the Mauritshuis Museum, which holds one of the world's finest collections of paintings, including Rembrandt, Steen, Hals, Rubens and Van Dyck, or you may choose to visit the Panorama Mesdag, which hosts the Panorama, one of the largest canvas paintings in the world (subject to opening times). On your return journey, stop at Scheveningen beach for some spectacular views before continuing back. (8 hours, driver and guide) Highlights: Witness the majestic windmills known as the Three Sisters Delve into Delft's artistic heritage Tour Duration: 8 Hours Tour Can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transport by luxury car or minivan An expert local guide for 8 hours Entrance fees to all sights and museums All taxes Exclusions: All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs Gratuities	12/30/2026	12/30/2026

Like a fallen leaf floating atop the water, AmaCerto floats effortlessly down Europe's most fascinating waterways. A harvest theme is carried throughout the ship in autumn reds and golds, from the spacious and well-appointed staterooms, with their plush bedding and soft robes, to the classically elegant Main Lounge with its baby grand piano and bar. An onboard salon puts you center stage and ready for your close-up. On the Sun Deck, a heated pool features a swim-up bar with underwater bar stools, and a walking track provides the perfect venue for a romantic sunrise or sunset stroll. And from the kitchen, you'll find fine dining to the extreme, with exquisite, regionally inspired cuisine prepared in both the Main Restaurant and at The Chef's Table specialty restaurant, where views of the rippling river are just the amuse-bouche to every mouthwatering bite.

Ship Statistics

Built Year: 2012
Registry: Switzerland
Built In: Netherlands
Home Port: Basel
Beam: 38 ft (11.6 m)
Ship Length: 443 ft (135 m)
Passenger Capacity: 162
Number of Crew: 51

Crew Nationality: International
Number of Staterooms: 81
Number of Suites: 3
Dining / Restaurants: 3
Pool: Yes
Spa: Yes
Bars / Lounges: 2
Fitness Center: Yes

Dining

Entertainment & Nightlife

Onboard Activities

Outdoor Activities

Wellness

Shipboard Policies

Language
What language is spoken onboard?
- The official language on board is English on all ships. Most crew members speak fluent English. All announcements will be presented in English. All local guides are fluent in English.
Medical Emergencies
Are there medical facilities on board?
- Europe: There are no medical facilities on board. However medical services can easily be called from shore if required.
- Vietnam & Cambodia: We do not employ doctors or nurses on board the ships. In the event medical assistance is needed, appropriate medical facilities will be contacted. Note that response time can vary.
- Myanmar: We do not employ doctors or nurses on board the ship. In the event medical assistance is needed, appropriate medical facilities will be contacted. Note that response time can vary.
- Africa: We do not employ doctors or nurses on board the Zambezi Queen. In the event medical assistance is needed, appropriate medical facilities will be contacted. Note that response time can vary.
Smoking Policy
Is smoking allowed on board?
- Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside any of the ships. Smoking is only permitted on the Sun Deck. For the safety and comfort of all passengers on board, your cooperation in observing the no-smoking policy is greatly appreciated.
- Electrical
  Do I need to bring a converter or adapter?
  - Electricity on board all ships is 220v, with 2-pin power outlets. You will need an adapter, and/or converter depending on which electrical appliances you bring with you.

Oceanview

Category E (E) $5,089

Category: E
Piano Deck
Square Feet: 160

Size: 160 sq.ft. French Window. Located on deck Piano. Features:In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.

Category D (D) $5,388

Category: D
Piano Deck
Square Feet: 160

Size: 160 sq.ft. French Window. Located on deck Piano. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.

Balcony

Category C (C) $6,588

Category: C
Violin Deck
Cello Deck
Square Feet: 170

Size: 170 sq.ft. French balcony. Located on deck Cello & Violin. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.

Category BB (BB) $7,188

Category: BB
Cello Deck
Square Feet: 210

Size: 210 sq.ft. French Balcony and Outside Balcony. Located on deck Cello. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.

Category BA (BA) $7,388

Category: BA
Violin Deck
Square Feet: 210

Size: 210 sq.ft. French Balcony and Outside Balcony. Located on deck Violin. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.

Category AB (AB) $7,588

Category: AB
Cello Deck
Square Feet: 235

Size: 235 sq.ft. French Balcony and Outside Balcony. Located on deck Cello. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.

Category AA (AA) $7,788

Category: AA
Violin Deck
Square Feet: 235

Size: 235 sq.ft. French Balcony and Outside Balcony. Located on deck Violin. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.

Category AA+ (AA+) $8,388

Category: AA+
Violin Deck
Square Feet: 290

Size: 290 sq.ft. French balcony & Outside Balcony. Located on deck Cello & Violin. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.

Suite

Suite (Suite) $9,088

Category: Suite
Violin Deck
Square Feet: 300

Size: 300 sq.ft. French balcony & Outside Balcony. Located on deck Violin. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.

Rates are cruise or cruise/land only, per person, based on double occupancy and include port charges. Intra-air (where required) is included in the fare. No additional government fees/ taxes or fuel surcharge. No fees for the rate of exchange US$-EUR. Unless explicitly stated that single supplement is waived, solo travelers in a double occupancy stateroom must pay an additional single supplement amount before receiving any discounts.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

Sun Deck