Amsterdam to Zurich Tours

What our customers ask about Amsterdam to Zurich Tours

• What would be an example itinerary between Amsterdam and Zurich?

  The journey begins in Amsterdam where travelers explore the city's network of canals and the world-class Rijksmuseum. Moving south into Germany travelers stop in Cologne to see its towering Cathedral and historic center. The middle portion includes time in Koblenz and a scenic cruise through the Rhine Gorge. Heidelberg's Renaissance castle and Strasbourg's charming La Petite France district fill days 6 and 7. The final leg features stops in the Black Forest from Breisach and time in Basel before arriving in Zurich. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The flow from Amsterdam's artistic heritage to Zurich's lakeside sophistication was seamless with unforgettable experiences like the Rhine Gorge castles and Black Forest villages in between."

• What are the most common destinations visited between Amsterdam and Zurich?

  Key stops along this route include Cologne's UNESCO Gothic Cathedral Koblenz where the Rhine meets the Moselle and Strasbourg's well-preserved medieval center. Most tours visit Heidelberg with its clifftop Renaissance castle and spend time in Breisach to experience the Black Forest before reaching Basel and Zurich. The Rhine Gorge section featuring 40 castles perched on hilltops is a central highlight of the journey. According to a TourRadar traveler: "The stops along the Rhine were perfectly planned - from the impressive Cologne Cathedral to the fairytale castles of the Rhine Gorge each destination offered something unique and memorable."

• What is the average price for an Amsterdam to Zurich tour?

  Daily rates for these tours typically cost between USD 875 and USD 1049 with complete tour prices ranging from USD 8390 to USD 11370. Premium river cruise operators like Emerald Cruises and Scenic include lodging most meals guided tours and onboard amenities in their pricing. The Emerald Cruises' 11-day "Jewels of the Rhine" starts at USD 10060 while their 8-day Christmas Market cruises begin at USD 8390. TourRadar travelers often note these rates offer good value considering the high-end accommodations and extensive sightseeing included.

• What is the average distance covered during an Amsterdam to Zurich tour?

  The route covers roughly 800 kilometers (500 miles) following the Rhine River path. Tours pass through four countries: Netherlands Germany France and Switzerland including the UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge. Major stops include Cologne located 260km from Amsterdam Koblenz at the 400km mark and Basel situated 740km from the starting point before reaching Zurich. One TourRadar traveler shared: "The distance was perfectly manageable by river cruise allowing us to unpack once while covering significant ground through multiple countries."

• What are the average tour lengths for tours from Amsterdam to Zurich?

  Most trips run between 8 and 19 days with river cruises typically lasting 11-15 days. Emerald Cruises offers an 11-day "Jewels of the Rhine" while Scenic Luxury Cruises provides extended 15-19 day options with additional Swiss destinations. TourRadar travelers consistently mention these durations provide enough time to explore each location properly with one reviewer stating "the 11-day itinerary gave us plenty of time to really experience each destination without feeling rushed."