{"product_id":"best-of-the-rhine-amsterdam-cruise-package","title":"Best of the Rhine and Amsterdam (Trafalgar River Cruise)","description":"\u003csection class=\"collections\/touring\/products\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SEO Meta Tags --\u003e\n  \u003cmeta name=\"title\" content=\"Best of the Rhine \u0026amp; Amsterdam Cruise | Europe River Cruise from South Africa\"\u003e\n  \u003cmeta name=\"description\" content=\"9-night Rhine river cruise from Basel to Amsterdam from R59,000 per person. Includes meals, drinks, guided tours and onboard entertainment.\"\u003e\n  \u003cmeta name=\"keywords\" content=\"Rhine river cruise package, Amsterdam cruise from South Africa, Europe cruise packages, Trafalgar Verity cruise\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch1\u003eBest of the Rhine \u0026amp; Amsterdam River Cruise Package\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003e9‑Night Trafalgar Cruise from Basel to Amsterdam\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"price-line\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eFrom R59,000 per person*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    9-night Europe river cruise | Twin-share stateroom\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"overview\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      Discover the heart of Europe on the \u003cstrong\u003eBest of the Rhine \u0026amp; Amsterdam\u003c\/strong\u003e cruise aboard the\n      elegant \u003cstrong\u003eTrafalgar Verity\u003c\/strong\u003e. Travel from Switzerland to the Netherlands while exploring\n      historic cities, scenic vineyards, and charming riverside towns.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\n      This Europe river cruise package from South Africa offers a seamless journey filled with culture,\n      iconic landmarks, and relaxed onboard luxury.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"includes\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e9-night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eRiverview Stateroom onboard Trafalgar Verity\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 8 dinners\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAfternoon teatime during sailings\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eWine, beer, soft drinks, tea and coffee with meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eGuided tours and optional experiences\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAudio headsets for excursions\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBicycles available for shore excursions\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eOnboard entertainment, gym, lounges, sundeck and bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eExperience Director, Manager and full crew\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eOnboard staff gratuities included\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"why-book\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eWhy Book This Holiday\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eExcellent value Europe cruise package from South Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eExplore multiple countries in one seamless itinerary\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAll-inclusive dining and drinks onboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eGuided cultural experiences throughout the journey\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"experience\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eExperience \u0026amp; Dining\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFull-board dining with regional and international cuisine\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eComplimentary drinks with lunch and dinner\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eRelaxed onboard lounges and social spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eEvening entertainment and cultural experiences\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"activities\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eActivities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eGuided city tours in Strasbourg, Cologne and Amsterdam\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eExplore Cologne Cathedral and historic Old Towns\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCycling excursions along the Rhine River\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eOnboard fitness and leisure facilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"perfect-for\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eEurope river cruise holidays from South Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCouples and mature travellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCultural and history enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eRelaxed, all-inclusive travel experiences\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"location\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eItinerary Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDay 1: Basel\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDay 2: Breisach\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDay 3: Strasbourg\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDay 4: Speyer\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDay 5: Rudesheim \u0026amp; Braubach\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDay 6: Koblenz\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDay 7: Cologne\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDay 8–10: Amsterdam\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"value-adds\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eValue Adds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDrinks included with meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eGuided excursions included\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eGratuities for onboard staff included\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"important-info\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDeal number: 20882604\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDeparture date: 22 September 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThis deal expires 30 June 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFlights, visas, insurance and personal expenses excluded\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAlternative departures available\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003ePrices are subject to availability and change\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Structured Data --\u003e\n  \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n  {\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n    \"@type\": \"TouristTrip\",\n    \"name\": \"Best of the Rhine \u0026 Amsterdam River Cruise\",\n    \"description\": \"9-night Rhine river cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard Trafalgar Verity.\",\n    \"touristType\": \"Couples, Cultural Travellers\",\n    \"offers\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n      \"price\": \"59000\",\n      \"priceCurrency\": \"ZAR\",\n      \"availability\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\"\n    },\n    \"itinerary\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ItemList\",\n      \"itemListElement\": [\n        {\"@type\": \"TouristDestination\",\"name\": \"Basel\"},\n        {\"@type\": \"TouristDestination\",\"name\": \"Strasbourg\"},\n        {\"@type\": \"TouristDestination\",\"name\": \"Cologne\"},\n        {\"@type\": \"TouristDestination\",\"name\": \"Koblenz\"},\n        {\"@type\": \"TouristDestination\",\"name\": \"Amsterdam\"}\n      ]\n    }\n  }\n  \u003c\/script\u003e\n\n  \u003cstyle\u003e\n    .collections\\\/touring\\\/products {\n      max-width: 900px;\n      margin: 0 auto;\n      padding: 20px 16px;\n      font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n      color: #333;\n      line-height: 1.7;\n    }\n\n    .collections\\\/touring\\\/products h1 {\n      font-size: 26px;\n      margin-bottom: 6px;\n    }\n\n    .collections\\\/touring\\\/products h2 {\n      font-size: 18px;\n      margin-bottom: 14px;\n      color: #666;\n    }\n\n    .collections\\\/touring\\\/products h3 {\n      font-size: 17px;\n      margin-top: 22px;\n      margin-bottom: 6px;\n    }\n\n    .price-line {\n      font-size: 17px;\n      margin-bottom: 14px;\n    }\n\n    .collections\\\/touring\\\/products ul {\n      padding-left: 18px;\n    }\n\n    .collections\\\/touring\\\/products li {\n      margin-bottom: 5px;\n    }\n\n    @media (max-width: 600px) {\n      .collections\\\/touring\\\/products {\n        padding: 14px;\n      }\n\n      .collections\\\/touring\\\/products h1 {\n        font-size: 22px;\n      }\n\n      .collections\\\/touring\\\/products h2 {\n        font-size: 16px;\n      }\n\n      .collections\\\/touring\\\/products h3 {\n        font-size: 16px;\n      }\n\n      .price-line {\n        font-size: 16px;\n      }\n    }\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Flight Centre Independent Dirk Ross","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45063552991393,"sku":null,"price":59000.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0482\/3475\/8305\/files\/day-1-amsterdam-1.webp?v=1755545173","url":"https:\/\/dirkrosstravel.com\/products\/best-of-the-rhine-amsterdam-cruise-package","provider":"Flight Centre Independent Dirk Ross","version":"1.0","type":"link"}