Rhine River Cruise Easygoing E-bike Tour

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Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

8 days

7 nights

Activity Levels 1-2

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

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Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

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Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Rhine River Cruise Easygoing E-bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

8 days

7 nights

Activity Levels 1-2

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Small Luxury Ship

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: May, Aug 2026: Jun, Aug

From $8,230 - $11,230 /person

Includes port fees

Dolce Tempo Journey from Basel to Amsterdam

One journey. Four countries. Sail along the majestic Rhine River. Explore its valley, where history comes alive in medieval villages and superb wine and beer tastings await. Cruise on your e-bike and on our luxurious ship from Switzerland to the Netherlands.

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Highlights

  • Cycle on romantic streets, through quaint villages and past picturesque castles and vineyards, from the Black Forest to the Rhine Gorge and Amsterdam's scenic waterways
  • Discover the World Heritage sites of Strasbourg, Upper Middle Rhine Valley and Cologne Cathedral and meander through world-class cities like Heidelberg and Amsterdam
  • Enjoy the ever-changing view from your well-appointed stateroom as we cruise in comfort, stopping to take in the countryside and traveling at night for maximum convenience
  • Along the way, sample French cuisine along Alsace's Route des Vins and taste Gewürztraminers and Rieslings direct from the cellars of German riverside vineyards

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Switzerland, France, Germany & the Netherlands

Start Basel, Switzerland

End Amsterdam, Netherlands

Airports & Travel details*

* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.

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Itinerary

Days 1-3

Description

The vineyards of the Rhine Valley await as we kick off with our e-bikes from a quaint Black Forest village • Enjoy superb wine tasting along Alsace's famous Route des Vins • Discover the beautiful medieval villages of Riquewihr and Eguisheim • The sights of dreamlike Strasbourg unfold on a guided walk, including the impressive Gothic cathedral • Catch views of both France and Germany on a mellow e-bike spin through meadows and forests.

Accommodations

Nights 1-7

AmaWaterways Ship
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A custom-designed ship featuring stylish private staterooms, panoramic windows, full balconies, an onboard team of classically trained chefs and inviting areas to socialize with fellow passengers. An Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report Readers’ Choice cruise line. (pool)

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Days 4-5

Description

Wilkommen in Deutschland! E-bike to Heidelberg, built of red limestone and dominated by the impressive ruins of its famous castle • Follow in the footsteps of Romans along the famed Weinstrasse (wine route) • Freshen up with a cool beer or Radler at a local biergarten with a few new friends • The spectacular World Heritage site of the Rhine Gorge offers up e-bike-ready routes that link fairy-tale towns • Take part in a wine tasting and enjoy a picnic lunch at a local family-owned winery.

Accommodations

Nights 1-7

AmaWaterways Ship
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A custom-designed ship featuring stylish private staterooms, panoramic windows, full balconies, an onboard team of classically trained chefs and inviting areas to socialize with fellow passengers. An Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report Readers’ Choice cruise line. (pool)

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Days 6-8

Description

Enjoy a glimpse of modern Germany in Düsseldorf, one of the country's largest cities, full of clean, green park-like public spaces • Try a mug of locally brewed Altbier ("old beer") and learn about the local Brauhaus (brewery) culture • It’s a grand finale for both waterways and wheels: arrive in Amsterdam to marvel at arched bridges, crooked canal houses and sea of bike commuters • Take your e-bike on a last spin through the serene Dutch countryside • A traditional boat cruise gives us a canal’s-eye view of the city's intricate maze of channels.

Accommodations

Nights 1-7

AmaWaterways Ship
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A custom-designed ship featuring stylish private staterooms, panoramic windows, full balconies, an onboard team of classically trained chefs and inviting areas to socialize with fellow passengers. An Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report Readers’ Choice cruise line. (pool)

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From $8,230 /person

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Accommodations

Small Ships, Big Adventures

Our small ships feel more like boutique retreats, offering an experience a world away from the typical large cruise.

Ship may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Nights 1-7

AmaWaterways Ship
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A custom-designed ship featuring stylish private staterooms, panoramic windows, full balconies, an onboard team of classically trained chefs and inviting areas to socialize with fellow passengers. An Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report Readers’ Choice cruise line. (pool)

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From $8,230 /person

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Bikes

Enjoy the Ride

On this Dolce Tempo trip, most travelers choose to ride one of our custom titanium e‑bikes (shown below). If you prefer to enjoy the daily rides without electric assistance, you’ll have the option after booking to select a different bike in your Backroads account.

Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike

Included in your trip price

  • One of the lightest e-bikes available
  • Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
  • Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
  • Upright handlebars only
  • Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours;  learn more

Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

From $8,230 /person

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Note: Your stateroom will be assigned based on availability. Please contact us if you are interested in booking multiple Stateroom Categories for your party, selecting a specific stateroom, or Single Supplement pricing.

Unplugged dates are perfect for guests who want to ride an acoustic bike.
E-bikes are available to travel companions by request only.

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