2025
Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps
A stunning River Cruise
7th to 16th September 2025
Flights from the UK and all transport within the itinerary
Quality Accommodation of 4* and above
Experienced Tour Guide from the UK
All gratuities
We are pleased to be offering this cruise and tour for 2025, with a night stay pre-cruise near Amsterdam. Visiting a dairy farm in the Edam region and the famous flower auction. Another post-cruise stay gives the opportunity to include some interesting agricultural visits in the area of Lucerne. Our river cruise sails the Rhine from Amsterdam to Basel, enjoying the sights and sounds of this part of Europe from the comfort and luxury of our cruise vessel.
What's Included
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Guided shore excursions in every port
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Tapas, snacks, sandwiches and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge on cruise
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Choice of excursions at each port
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Complimentary bicycles
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All agricultural visits
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2 nights quality accommodation pre/post cruise
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7 nights River Cruise
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All meals on a breakfast, lunch and evening dinner basis from lunch on the 1st day until breakfast on the last day
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Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner whilst on cruise
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Gratuities for guide and driver pre cruise
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Gratuities for Ship’s Crew
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Bay Farm Tours tour manager
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Flights from the UK
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Airport taxes
Tour
Full
Where we dock
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Amsterdam -Join your cruise
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Amsterdam -Scenic cruising
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Cologne - Beer tasting or Cathedral Tour
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Rhine Gorge - Gondola ride
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Ludwigschafen - Visiting Heidelburg
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Strasbourg -The gem of Alsace
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Basel -Visiting Lucerne
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Basel - Disembarking for agricultural visits locally
Agriculture
As one of Europe's most iconic rivers, the Rhine offers breathtaking scenery with vineyard-covered hillsides, medieval castles, and charming riverside villages. Cruising along the Rhine allows you to soak in the picturesque landscapes while learning about the region's rich history and cultural heritage.
We will be visiting a Dairy in the Edam region as well as a huge flower auction in Amsterdam which we have visited many times and is a fascinating insight into a branch of agriculture we rarely come across in the UK.
Weather
The weather should be warmer than the UK and bright, but it can be breezy on the water so bring layers
Currency
The Euro
We recommend you bring a few Euros in cash but there will be plenty cash machines and places accept card payments.
Pace
Grade A
All of our tours are graded A to D according to the pace of the tour, with A being the least active. To find out more, please click here or on the goat!
Meals
Breakfast each morning
Selected lunches
Evening Dinner each night
Strasbourg
Strasbourg sits right on the border of France and Germany, so you get a taste of both cultures. Start with a scenic tour through the beautiful Parc de l’Orangerie, past the European Parliament, and the lively Place de la République. Then, stroll through the enchanting 'La Petite France' district, straight out of a fairy tale. We'll enjoy wandering the quaint streets near the Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame, known for its famous astronomical clock.
Our Ship
The award-winning AmaSerena will be our home for 7 nights. All our cabins have floor to ceiling windows with a french balcony, so you can enjoy the ever-changing scenery however you wish. You can even upgrade your cabin if you would like more outdoor space.
More facilities include a fitness centre, sun deck & heated pool. Crisp tablecloths grace the tables in the Main Dining Room. With a stunning Main Lounge, tranquil library, massage and hair salon, and gift shop, you’ll never find a dull moment!
Thank you to all of the Bay Farm Tours team for a fantastic Rhine & Moselle River Cruise. We loved being with such great likeminded people. The trips before and after the cruise were excellent. It was so good we have booked another River Cruise with Bay Farm Tours for next year. We hope to see you there.
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