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7-night Europe cruise: Basel to Cologne on MS Riviera Resplendence

The Rhine Cruise to Switzerland from Basel is a 7-night Europe cruise aboard MS Riviera Resplendence, operated by Riviera Travel. Departing Basel on October 21, 2027 and arriving in Cologne on October 28, 2027, the voyage visits 9 ports including Lucerne, Breisach, Black Forest, Germany. Fares start from $3,599 per person.

Length
7 nights
Departs
Oct 21, 2027
Returns
Oct 28, 2027
Ports of call
9
Days at sea
1
Basel

7 nights · Europe

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Why this route stands out

A closer look at the journey

Basel

Founded right on the spot where Switzerland, Germany and France meet, Basel soon became an important European hub and centre of trade due to its special location. A popular attraction in the city is Switzerland’s oldest zoo – which the locals affectionately call the ‘Zolli’. It is one of the most important zoos in Switzerland and has gained global recognition for its breeding programmes. Basel also has eight churches with historical organs that still fill the naves with excellent music today.

Lucerne

Lucerne is a canton in central Switzerland, known for museums, lakes and peaks such as Mount Pilatus and Rigi. Paddle steamers cruise the waters of huge Lake Lucerne. On its banks, the capital, Lucerne, features a colorful Altstadt (old town) and 14th-century city walls, plus covered bridges including the iconic Kapellbrücke with its 17th-century art. Museum Sammlung Rosengart displays works by Picasso and Klee.

Breisach

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.

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Today’s fare, in context

Price history

30 days
Fare details

Fare details

Per person · taxes & fees included
Current fares
Verified 2 minutes ago
Oceanview
$3,599
Suite
$5,149
Tracked range
166 days
Price history by cabin type
CabinCurrentLowestHighest
Oceanview $3,599 $3,599 on Aug 11 $3,599 on Aug 11
Suite $5,149 $5,149 on Mar 26 $5,149 on Mar 26
Cabin grades
6 total
Diamond Deck (Upper)Oceanview · 3
Ruby Deck (Middle)Oceanview · 5
Emerald Deck (Lower)Oceanview · 6
Diamond Deck (Upper) - Grand Balcony SuiteSuite · 1
Diamond Deck (Upper) - Superior SuiteSuite · 2
Ruby Deck (Middle) - Superior SuiteSuite · 4

○ = last seen (sold out or delisted). · Verified 2 minutes ago.

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Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

Inside

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Oceanview

from $3,599

$514 / night

Fare rows

Emerald Deck (Lower)

Cabin grade

Available

from $3,599

$514 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Ruby Deck (Middle)

Cabin grade

Available

from $4,549

$649 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Diamond Deck (Upper)

Cabin grade

Available

from $4,849

$692 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony

Not available

Suite

from $5,149

$735 / night

Fare rows

Ruby Deck (Middle) - Superior Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $5,149

$735 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Diamond Deck (Upper) - Superior Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $5,649

$807 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Diamond Deck (Upper) - Grand Balcony Suite

Cabin grade

Available

from $6,449

$921 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Prices verified Sep 7, 2026

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The journey

7 nights, in order

Basel

Day 1 Oct 21, 2027

Basel

Founded right on the spot where Switzerland, Germany and France meet, Basel soon became an important European hub and centre of trade due to its special location.

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The full itinerary

11 scheduled calls
MS Riviera Resplendence

Your ship

MS Riviera Resplendence

From the split-level lounge and dining in the main restaurant to the floor-to-ceiling French balconies available in over 80% of cabins and suites, life on board the 135-metre MS Riviera Resplendence feels airy and light. The Grand Suites, located on our Diamond Deck, are an impressive 32 square metres and feature separate living and sleeping space as well as a full balcony - making them our biggest suites yet - and at 24 square metres, our Superior Suites feel luxuriously spacious. Our brand-new ship features all the facilities you'd expect to find in a boutique hotel. The main restaurant rivals the finest onshore establishments, taking fine dining to another level, complemented by delicate European porcelain, gleaming glassware and the intuitive service in which the Swiss excel. On board are two additional, speciality restaurants, which offer a more intimate dining experience and showcase a delicious array of local flavours. You'll never go hungry on board! Designed with the very latest technology and our strong environmental values in mind, MS Riviera Resplendence is on track to qualify for the Gold Standard as part of the Green Award programme. So, you can lay back, relax and enjoy that cocktail on the Sun Deck guilt-free knowing your holiday will have a minimised impact on the peaceful natural landscapes we cruise through, protecting the world we love exploring for future generations to enjoy.

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