--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 8f143119-8a52-4948-9919-a755af3e01e6 slug: 2344684 voyage_code: cruise_line: AmaWaterways ship: AmaSofia departure_date: return_date: nights: 14 embarkation_port: Basel disembarkation_port: Paris starting_price_usd: bookable: false last_updated: 2026-10-19T12:19:57Z --- # Grand Rhine & Parisian Lights from Basel > AmaWaterways · AmaSofia · Jul 31 – Aug 14, 2027   (14 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | AmaWaterways | | **Ship** | AmaSofia | | **Duration** | 14 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Basel | | **Disembarkation Port** | Paris | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Basel **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Basel is a city on the Rhine River in northwest Switzerland, close to the country’s borders with France and Germany. Its medieval old town centers around Marktplatz, dominated by the 16th-century, red-sandstone Town Hall. Its 12th-century Gothic cathedral has city views, and contains the tomb of the 16th-century Dutch scholar, Erasmus. The city’s university houses some of Erasmus’ works. ### Day 2: Breisach **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Breisach is a town with approximately 16,500 inhabitants, situated along the Rhine in the Rhine Valley, in the district Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, about halfway between Freiburg and Colmar — 20 kilometres away from each — and about 60 kilometres north of Basel near the Kaiserstuhl. ### Day 3: Strasbourg **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Strasbourg is the capital city of the Grand Est region, formerly Alsace, in northeastern France. It's also the formal seat of the European Parliament and sits near the German border, with culture and architecture blending German and French influences. Its Gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame features daily shows from its astronomical clock and sweeping views of the Rhine River from partway up its 142m spire. ### Day 4: Ludwigshafen **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Ludwigshafen am Rhein is a city in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, on the river Rhine, opposite Mannheim. With Mannheim, Heidelberg, and the surrounding region, it forms the Rhine Neckar Area. Known primarily as an industrial city, Ludwigshafen is the home of chemical giant BASF and other companies. ### Day 5: Rudesheim **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Rüdesheim am Rhein is a town in the Rhine Valley, Germany. It’s known for winemaking, especially of Riesling wines. In the center, Drosselgasse is a lane lined with shops, taverns and restaurants. Nearby, Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet is a museum of automated musical instruments. Medieval Brömserburg Castle is home to the Rheingau Wine Museum, exhibiting wine paraphernalia from ancient times to the present. ### Day 6: Monheim, Germany **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 7: Amsterdam **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ capital, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades, legacies of the city’s 17th-century Golden Age. Its Museum District houses the Van Gogh Museum, works by Rembrandt and Vermeer at the Rijksmuseum, and modern art at the Stedelijk. Cycling is key to the city’s character, and there are numerous bike paths. ### Day 8: Amsterdam **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ capital, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades, legacies of the city’s 17th-century Golden Age. Its Museum District houses the Van Gogh Museum, works by Rembrandt and Vermeer at the Rijksmuseum, and modern art at the Stedelijk. Cycling is key to the city’s character, and there are numerous bike paths. ### Day 9: Les Andelys **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Les Andelys is a commune in the northern French department of Eure, in Normandy. ### Day 10: Le Havre **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Le Havre is a major port in northern France's Normandy region, where the Seine River meets the English Channel. It's joined to the city across the estuary, Honfleur, by the Pont de Normandie cable-stayed bridge. Following WWII, Le Havre's heavily damaged city center was famously redesigned by Belgian architect Auguste Perret. Today it features many landmark examples of reinforced-concrete architecture. ### Day 11: Le Havre **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Le Havre is a major port in northern France's Normandy region, where the Seine River meets the English Channel. It's joined to the city across the estuary, Honfleur, by the Pont de Normandie cable-stayed bridge. Following WWII, Le Havre's heavily damaged city center was famously redesigned by Belgian architect Auguste Perret. Today it features many landmark examples of reinforced-concrete architecture. ### Day 12: Rouen **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Rouen, capital of the northern French region of Normandy, is a port city on the river Seine. Important in the Roman era and Middle Ages, it has Gothic churches, such as Saint-Maclou and Saint-Ouen, and a cobblestoned pedestrian center with medieval half-timbered houses. The skyline is dominated by the spires of Cathédrale Notre-Dame, much-painted by Impressionist Claude Monet. ### Day 13: Vernon **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Vernon is a commune in the department of Eure in the Normandy region in northern France. It lies on the banks of the river Seine, about midway between Paris and Rouen. The city is known for its production of engines by the SNECMA group. ### Day 14: Paris **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Paris, France's capital, is a major European city and a global center for art, fashion, gastronomy and culture. Its 19th-century cityscape is crisscrossed by wide boulevards and the River Seine. Beyond such landmarks as the Eiffel Tower and the 12th-century, Gothic Notre-Dame cathedral, the city is known for its cafe culture and designer boutiques along the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. ### Day 15: Paris **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Paris, France's capital, is a major European city and a global center for art, fashion, gastronomy and culture. Its 19th-century cityscape is crisscrossed by wide boulevards and the River Seine. Beyond such landmarks as the Eiffel Tower and the 12th-century, Gothic Notre-Dame cathedral, the city is known for its cafe culture and designer boutiques along the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **Fixed Window** (Code: D) D Piano Deck Category D Fixed Window **Fixed Window** (Code: E) E Piano Deck Category E Fixed Window ### Balcony Cabins **French Balcony & Outside Balcony** (Code: AA) French Balcony & Outside Balcony **French Balcony & Outside Balcony** (Code: AB) French Balcony & Outside Balcony **French Balcony & Outside Balcony** (Code: BA) French Balcony & Outside Balcony **French Balcony & Outside Balcony** (Code: BB) French Balcony & Outside Balcony **French Balcony** (Code: CA) French Balcony **French Balcony** (Code: CB) French Balcony ### Suite Cabins **Suite** (Code: SS) Suite ## Ship Information ### AmaSofia Debuting on the upper Danube River in late spring 2026, our 24th river cruise ship, the splendid AmaSofia, will boast our signature twin-balcony staterooms, enabling you to enjoy breathtaking views of Austria’s Wachau Valley and Europe’s Old-World capitals, Budapest, Bratislava and Vienna. Stay tuned for more details as they are announced! #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 152 | | Crew | 51 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 443.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 76 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Relaxation - **Relaxation and Renewal**: Rejuvenate body and spirit with soothing spa and massage treatments, offering the perfect balance of indulgence and serenity. - **Tranquil Spaces on Board**: Find calm in beautifully designed areas made for rest and reflection, whether it’s a quiet lounge, the Sun Deck, or simply watching the river drift by... ### Fitness - **Active Moments, Your Way**: Stay energized with fitness classes, a session in the gym, or an afternoon pickleball game on board, or seek an active hike or bike ride on shore. - **Enjoy Wellness On Board**: There’s a variety of ways to relax and recharge on every AmaWaterways vessel. From ships equipped with fitness centers and pickleball courts to luxuri... - **Mindful Mornings**: Start the day with intention through gentle stretching, yoga, or quiet moments on deck, surrounded by fresh air and flowing scenery. ### Food and Drink - **Cod With Saffron Rice Recipe**: While many of our onboard dishes require multiple steps and extended time to garnish and plate, our freshly caught fish is often the exception. Focusi... - **Explore Sample Menus**: Preview the elegant, regionally inspired dishes served on board. Each thoughtfully crafted menu highlights fresh local ingredients and celebrates the ... - **Exquisite Dining On Board**: Experience award-winning cuisine inspired by the regions you sail through. Every dish is crafted from the freshest local ingredients and presented wit... - **From Vineyard to Riverbank: A Journey for Wine Lovers**: AmaWaterways brings the world of wine to life both on board and on shore. Join a dedicated Wine Cruise hosted by an experienced winemaker, or choose a... - **Gingerbread Soufflé Recipe**: Commonly associated with the winter holiday season, gingerbread has been a popular delight in Europe for centuries. ### Other - **A Fairytale River Cruise Through Europe**: With 11 wonderful nights to enjoy our onboard amenities, as well as eight bike tours, seven hikes and two rivers included on our Rhine & Moselle Fairy... - **Alexandria, the Pearl of the Mediterranean**: Starting September 2025, AmaWaterways will begin visiting the amazing city of Alexandria in Egypt. - **Celebrating the Black and African Diaspora**: Travel advisor Denice B. and her clients Christina and James S. are among hundreds of AmaWaterways river cruise guests who have had the opportunity to... - **Complimentary Land Package**: Receive a Complimentary Land Package when you reserve select 2026 and 2027 departures through Europe and Colombia. Enjoy up to 4 extra nights pre- or ... - **Elegant River Accommodations**: Thoughtfully designed suites and staterooms invite you to relax and take in the ever-changing scenery. From soft linens to our signature twin balconie... ## Ports of Call ### Basel *Coordinates: 47.5596, 7.58061* Basel is a city on the Rhine River in northwest Switzerland, close to the country’s borders with France and Germany. Its medieval old town centers around Marktplatz, dominated by the 16th-century, red-sandstone Town Hall. Its 12th-century Gothic cathedral has city views, and contains the tomb of the 16th-century Dutch scholar, Erasmus. The city’s university houses some of Erasmus’ works. ### Breisach *Coordinates: 48.032, 7.57847* Breisach is a town with approximately 16,500 inhabitants, situated along the Rhine in the Rhine Valley, in the district Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, about halfway between Freiburg and Colmar — 20 kilometres away from each — and about 60 kilometres north of Basel near the Kaiserstuhl. ### Strasbourg *Coordinates: 48.5829, 7.74375* Strasbourg is the capital city of the Grand Est region, formerly Alsace, in northeastern France. It's also the formal seat of the European Parliament and sits near the German border, with culture and architecture blending German and French influences. Its Gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame features daily shows from its astronomical clock and sweeping views of the Rhine River from partway up its 142m spi... ### Ludwigshafen *Coordinates: 48.8941, 9.19546* Ludwigshafen am Rhein is a city in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, on the river Rhine, opposite Mannheim. With Mannheim, Heidelberg, and the surrounding region, it forms the Rhine Neckar Area. Known primarily as an industrial city, Ludwigshafen is the home of chemical giant BASF and other companies. ### Rudesheim *Coordinates: 49.979, 7.92637* Rüdesheim am Rhein is a town in the Rhine Valley, Germany. It’s known for winemaking, especially of Riesling wines. In the center, Drosselgasse is a lane lined with shops, taverns and restaurants. Nearby, Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet is a museum of automated musical instruments. Medieval Brömserburg Castle is home to the Rheingau Wine Museum, exhibiting wine paraphernalia from ancient time... ### Monheim, Germany ### Amsterdam *Coordinates: 52.3731, 4.89222* Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ capital, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades, legacies of the city’s 17th-century Golden Age. Its Museum District houses the Van Gogh Museum, works by Rembrandt and Vermeer at the Rijksmuseum, and modern art at the Stedelijk. Cycling is key to the city’s character, and there are numerous bike paths. ### Les Andelys *Coordinates: 49.2438, 1.43001* Les Andelys is a commune in the northern French department of Eure, in Normandy. ### Le Havre *Coordinates: 49.4886, 0.107489* Le Havre is a major port in northern France's Normandy region, where the Seine River meets the English Channel. It's joined to the city across the estuary, Honfleur, by the Pont de Normandie cable-stayed bridge. Following WWII, Le Havre's heavily damaged city center was famously redesigned by Belgian architect Auguste Perret. Today it features many landmark examples of reinforced-concrete architec... ### Rouen *Coordinates: 49.4432, 1.09997* Rouen, capital of the northern French region of Normandy, is a port city on the river Seine. Important in the Roman era and Middle Ages, it has Gothic churches, such as Saint-Maclou and Saint-Ouen, and a cobblestoned pedestrian center with medieval half-timbered houses. The skyline is dominated by the spires of Cathédrale Notre-Dame, much-painted by Impressionist Claude Monet. ### Vernon *Coordinates: 49.092, 1.48811* Vernon is a commune in the department of Eure in the Normandy region in northern France. It lies on the banks of the river Seine, about midway between Paris and Rouen. The city is known for its production of engines by the SNECMA group. ### Paris *Coordinates: 48.8567, 2.35099* Paris, France's capital, is a major European city and a global center for art, fashion, gastronomy and culture. Its 19th-century cityscape is crisscrossed by wide boulevards and the River Seine. Beyond such landmarks as the Eiffel Tower and the 12th-century, Gothic Notre-Dame cathedral, the city is known for its cafe culture and designer boutiques along the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2344684 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2344684 - **Markdown URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2344684.md - **API Endpoint:** https://pirate.travel/api/cruises/2344684/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/amawaterways/amasofia/ship/80723.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-10-19 12:19:57 UTC