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7- Night Rhine River Cruise from Amsterdam ➡️ Basel
🚢Table of Contents🚢
- Before you leave
- FAQ
- Mon. 07/07/25 (En Route Viking Travel Support)
- Tue. 07/08/25 | Outbound Flights from Cincinnati
- Arrive Copenhagen Assistance at Airport
- Arrive Amsterdam
- Amsterdam Evening Canal Cruise
- Cruise Day 1 | Tue. 07/08/25 | Embark in Amsterdam)
- Cruise Day 2 | Tue. 07/09/25 | Kinderdijk
- Cruise Day 3 | Wed. 07/10/25 | Cologne
- Cruise Day 4 | Thu. 07/11/25 | Koblenz
- Cruise Day 5 | Fri. 07/12/25 | Speyer
- Cruise Day 6 | Sat. 07/13/25 | Strasbourg
- Cruise Day 7 | Sun. 07/14/25 | Breisach
- Cruise Day 8 | Mon. 07/15/25 | Disembark , Basel Switzerland
Other Information
Monday, July 7, 2025.
🛩️Depart Cincinnati (CVG) or 🛩️Depart Los Angeles (LAX)
EN ROUTE TRAVEL SUPPORT
Should you experience a flight disruption that will impact your arrival time for your voyage, call Viking at +1-877-523-0576 or text them at +1-818-804-4699. They will communicate with the ship-and the transfer company or hotel.
CHANGES TO YOUR FLIGHT SCHEDULE
Airline schedules for your flights may still change multiple times before and during your travel. These changes are made by the airlines as they adjust their services, routes, and aircraft assignments. We will continue to monitor all schedule changes to ensure they are consistent with your voyage. In some instances, it may be necessary to re-book your flights with another airline. You will be promptly notified of any such change by Viking.
Departing Cincinnati (CVG) (ad)
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| Cincinnati (CVG) Air Canada 8706 Departing 7/7/25 4:30 pm | ✈️1h 30m to Toronto (YYZ) Arriving 6:00 pm |
Wheelchair assistance is provided by third-party attendants contracted by individual airlines. Contact your airline to schedule assistance at no extra charge in advance of your travel.
Upon arrival at this location, wheelchair assistance may be requested at no charge from the attendants stationed inside the facility, across from the restrooms on the first floor. This service is provided by Bags Inc. There is also a phone number noted at the entrance to each level of the car rental return. Call 1-513-607-3218 for an attendant to meet with a wheelchair at any level of the car rental return within the Terminal.
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| Toronto (YYZ) Air Canada 808 Departing 7/7/25 at 9:30 pm | ✈️7h 30m to Amsterdam (AMS) Arriving 7/8/25 at 11:00 am |
Toronto Airport (bd)
Wheelchair and mobility assistance is provided by your airline. Arrangements should be made directly with your airline at least 48 hours before you travel. Be sure to advise your airline about any specific assistance or equipment you may need to travel through the airport or onboard the aircraft.
- Go to the “Trips” link on our homepage and enter your booking information, then click “Find.”
- Once your booking information appears, scroll to the bottom and select the “Accessibility services” dropdown for each passenger who requires wheelchair assistance.
- Select “Wheelchair assistance” and choose the type of assistance needed then click “Update.”
Once you’ve requested wheelchair service, this information will be included in the passenger details section of your booking.
If you have questions, please contact me.
Toronto Airport Self-Service Wheelchairs
Self-service wheelchairs are available for your use from designated areas of the terminals, without pre-arrangement. Find them at the following locations:
- Terminal 1: Aisle 3, 4,6,8,13
- Terminal 3: Near Check-in Counters: 180, 230, 342, 500
Click here for Amsterdam Arrival and Transfer Information
Departing Cincinnati (CVG) (js,s)
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| Cincinnati (CVG) United 2652 Departing 7/7/25 2:10 pm | ✈️ 1h 44m to Chicago (ORD) Arriving 2:54 pm |
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| Chicago (ORD) United 909 Departing 7/7/25 6:15 pm | ✈️ 8h 5m to Amsterdam (AMS) Arriving 7/8/25 9:20 am |
Click here for Amsterdam Arrival and Transfer Information
Departing Cincinnati (CVG) (nd)
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| Cincinnati (CVG) Delta 5780 Departing 7/7/25 2:50pm | ✈️ 2h 24m to Boston (BOS) Arriving 5:14 pm |
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| Boston (BOS) Delta 242 Departing 7/7/25 6:40 pm | ✈️ 7h 5m to Amsterdam (AMS) Arriving 7:45 am |
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Departing from Los Angeles LAX (aa)
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| Los Angeles LAX Delta 9452 Departing 7/7/25 at 4:50 pm | 10h 20m to Amsterdam (AMS) Arriving on 7/8/25 at 12:10 pm |
Tue. July 8, 2025 – Arrive Amsterdam (AMS)
Airport Arrival and Transfer Information
Upon arrival, please collect your luggage and proceed through customs. A Viking Representative will be waiting to greet you in the arrivals hall nearest to the luggage belt where the luggage from your flight is offloaded. If you are unable to locate the representative, please proceed to the airport’s central meeting point in the main arrivals hall and wait for your representative there.
The meeting point is a tall cube clearly marked “Meeting point.
Temporary Change to Meeting Point
Schiphol’s distinctive red and white cube ‘Meeting Point’ is removed. The meeting point at Schiphol Plaza has been temporarily relocated to the location between the NS counters and La Place, diagonally in front of Stach.
If you cannot locate your Viking Representative, please proceed directly to the hotel.
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CRUISE DAY 1 | Tue. 7/8/25
🎟️Amsterdam Evening Canal Cruise
9:00 pm – 11:0 pm
Discover Amsterdam during the evening via one of the city’s famous glass-top canal boats. This famous Dutch city is home to 1,281 different bridges crossing over the canals, with 165 canals that wind their way through the cityscape and span a total of 31 miles. With a local guide, set out for an evening cruise to see some of Amsterdam’s oldest buildings, from narrow-fronted gabled houses to gilded manses adorned with riches during the height of Holland’s Golden Age. Enjoy a cheese-and-wine tasting while admiring the city’s interesting sights as you pass a variety of vessels, including many charming houseboats moored Canalside. From your water-level vantage, you will also see the Anne Frank House, City Hall, the Rembrandt House and the replica of the 18th-century ship, Amsterdam, moored outside the Maritime Museum.
Easy – Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
Embark on the Viking Rolf
CRUISE DAY 2 | Wed. 7/9/25 | Kinder Dijk
Included Excursion | 8:30 am – 10:30 am
The Largest Concentration of Windmills in The Netherlands
See the picturesque Dutch countryside and the original technological marvels of historic Kinderdijk.You will walk with your guide into the serene polder lands of South Holland. As you cross the dike to the windmills, you will notice that they in fact are at a lower elevation than your ship, as much of this part of The Netherlands is below sea level. Built in the mid-18th century, these 19 windmills, the largest concentration in The Netherlands, stand like sentinels on a hushed landscape. You will learn why they were built and see firsthand how they work, even stepping into a working windmill to observe its mechanics and living quarters. Families who live in these mills are required to keep them in working order. This excursion provides a revealing look at these marvelous buildings that helped shape the legendary Dutch landscape.
Moderate – Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
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CRUISE DAY 3 | Thu. 7/10/25 | Cologne
Included Excursion | 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Cologne Walking Tour
A Historic City Crowned by Northern Europe’s Largest Cathedral
Learn about Cologne’s heritage and view its iconic cathedral, towering over the city in all its Gothic splendor.Step into a rich past, following the city’s preserved historic street patterns and hearing about its Roman and medieval history along the way. As you stroll, your guide will regale you with tales of local folklore figures, Tünnes and Schääl, and the city’s flourishing Jewish community. In Old Cologne, pass the elegant silhouette of St. Martin’s church and stop to view Cologne’s magnificent Gothic cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Construction of this towering structure began in 1248 and continued in stages over the next seven centuries. The largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe, this magnificent church boasts two soaring spires and beautiful stained-glass windows, and survived the Allied bombings that ravaged the city and the rest of Germany during World War II.
Moderate – Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
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CRUISE DAY 4 | Fri. 7/11/25 | Koblenz
Included Excursion | 8:30 am – 10:30 am
Historic Koblenz
Highlights of Romantic German Town
Take a leisurely stroll around Koblenz and explore its historic past.You will meet your guide and begin your tour at Deutsches Eck, the city’s famed German Corner. Jutting into the waters like the prow of a ship where the Rhine and Moselle Rivers meet, this public park is home to a popular equestrian statue of Emperor Wilhelm I. After time to admire the sculpture, continue your walk among the narrow streets. Visit Jesuitsenplatz, or Jesuit Square, in the heart of the Old Town and named after the religious order of the same name. Admire the beautiful old school that sits on the eastern side of the square, and has been used as Koblenz City Hall since 1895. As you explore, your guide will point out influences from ancient Rome, the Middle Ages and the Napoleonic era.
Moderate – Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
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CRUISE DAY 5 | Sat. 7/12/25 | Speyer
Included Excursion | 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Speyer Walking Tour
Explore Speyer’s Profound History and Magnificent Architecture
Enjoy a fascinating stroll through Speyer, home to the largest of the three Romanesque imperial cathedrals.It is believed that the Protestants earned their name here in 1529 after citizens and royalty drafted the “Protestation at Speyer,” proclaiming their right to practice Christianity as they please. In 1689, Louis XIV’s troops plundered Speyer and left it in ruins; over many decades, it was artfully rebuilt. During your walk, you will marvel at the exterior of the red sandstone cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Eight emperors are entombed here, including some of the most notable Holy Roman Emperors. Reconstructed after Louis XIV’s invasion, its six towers dominate the skyline. Pass the Jewish courtyard, once home to one of the most important medieval synagogues, and Speyer’s Altpörtel, or Old Gate, the last remains of the town’s fortifications. There will also be time to stroll the city’s charming, shop-lined main thoroughfare.
Moderate – Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
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CRUISE DAY 6 | Sun. 7/13/25 | Strasbourg
Included Excursion | 8:30 am – 12:30 am
Strasbourg Highlights
Where Germany Meets France to Great Effect
Get to know this delightful city steeped in equal parts French and German culture.Join your guide for a drive through the German Imperial District and the European Quarter, home to institutions such as the European Union and the Council of Europe. Pass remarkable Renaissance architecture en route to the city center for a walk through picturesque Petite France, the former Tanners’ District surrounded by the Ill River and crisscrossed by charming canals. Here, you will see the Old Customs House and the bridges with their defensive towers. In Cathedral Square, view the magnificently restored Strasbourg Cathedral. One of Europe’s finest Gothic cathedrals, it was the world’s tallest building from 1647 to 1874. Enjoy free time to admire the great Gothic rosette window, beautiful red sandstone portal and remarkable astronomical clock.
Moderate – Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
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CRUISE DAY 7 | Mon. 7/14/25 | Breisach
Included Excursion | 8:30 am – 12:30 am
The Black Forest
The Rich Beauty and Culture of Picture-Book Woodlands
Admire the dense, lofty fir forests of Germany’s Schwarzwald, the fabled Black Forest.Embark with your guide on a scenic drive through a mythical land of cuckoo clocks, glassblowing and timeless fairy tales. Your panoramic route will take you through wine-producing villages, each of them cradled among the soft, undulating hills, bucolic woodlands and prolific vineyards of southwestern Germany. Your journey culminates in a winding ascent up to the beautiful Hofgut Sternen hotel, a loyal keeper of Black Forest traditions. During your visit, you may choose your immersion into Black Forest culture: take an invigorating forest stroll, attend a cuckoo clock demonstration, watch a glassblower at work, or learn to make the decadent Black Forest Cake for which this region is known. After, return to your ship via Freiburg, a major university and ecclesiastical center.
Easy – Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
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CRUISE DAY 8 | Tue. 7/15/25 | Basel
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Mobility Assistance
Airlines and Viking will accommodate travelers that require mobility assistance and devices, but there are some requirements (Delta, Viking) that require prior notification. For example, wheelchairs brought on Viking River Cruises require pre-approval of the device, and a fit to travel letter signed by a physician.
Rollator Walker with Seat
Some devices do not require pre-approval, such as a rollator walker with a seat. Viking staff are prohibited in assisting in any way with the devices, so if you bring it, you have to carry it. This rollator walker from Amazon is more suitable for the rough and cobblestone sidewalks and streets that you may experience in Europe’s cities and towns.
FAQ
- What is the Viking Tipping Policy?
- Reservations are closed to modification seven days prior to the cruise.
- Tips will be added to the final invoice.
- Reservations are closed to modification seven days prior to the cruise.
- What is the cancellation policy for my booked shore excursions?
- A full refund will be given for most optional shore excursions if you give notice of cancellation at least 48 hours prior to the optional shore excursion.
- What if my baggage is delayed?
- If you purchased a trip protecton plan, you may be covered.
- Allianz Group Plan (excerpt) (plan) may provide coverage.
- File a claim.
- Questions or need assistance?
- Call 1-800-284-8300 (in the US)
- Call 1-804-281-5700 (outside the US)
- Viking Trip Mate (excerpt) (plan).
- File a claim.
- Questions or need assistance?
- Call 866-303-1165
- Allianz Group Plan (excerpt) (plan) may provide coverage.
- If you purchased a trip protecton plan, you may be covered.
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