Join Courtney Cook and your fellow foodies for an exclusive Ultimate Foodie Cruise full ship charter sailing the Rhine River through The Netherlands, Germany, France, and Switzerland. Hungry for more? You can add land extensions in Amsterdam, Lake Como, and Milan!

From Amsterdam’s café-lined canals to the castle-draped Rhine Gorge, where vineyards and storybook villages line the riverbanks, this journey blends rich history with unforgettable culinary traditions. Savor regional wines in tucked-away German hamlets, explore the flavors of Alsace, and experience each destination through its food, culture, and local character. With breathtaking scenery at every turn and immersive moments woven throughout, this is a magical—and deeply flavorful—way to experience the heart of Europe together.

All pricing is per person.

🍴 Courtney’s Ultimate Foodie Cruise

Exclusive Experiences You Can’t Book Anywhere Else

Beyond the incredible AmaWaterways excursions, this is where things get next level. Think: trying everything, zero food regrets, and discovering the best bites in every destination—with a group that gets it.

🧇 Amsterdam Street Food Crawl

Fresh stroopwafels, crispy bitterballen, loaded fries, and hidden local gems. Come hungry.

🧀 Cheese Therapy

A full spread of Europe’s best cheeses (yes, butterkase included) with perfect pairings and zero judgment.

🍷 Sip, Snack, Repeat

Fun, no-pressure wine pairings with local bites that just work.

🍝 Carbs Galore Tour

Pasta, pretzels, pastries—no holding back. This is your permission slip.

✨ Even More to Love

• 🥐 Pastry Passport – Ranking Europe’s best pastries, one bite at a time

• 🍫 Late-Night Chocolate & Wine – Cozy, indulgent, and slightly dangerous

• 🥨 Pretzel & Beer Pairing – Classic, elevated, and very satisfying

• 🛍️ Market-to-Table Experience – Shop local, then watch it become magic

• 🍾 Champagne Pop-Up – A surprise moment you won’t forget

• 🌙 Late-Night Bites Club – Because we’re never done eating

• 🍇 Vineyard Tastings – Wine where it’s actually made (it hits different)

🎯 The Vibe

This isn’t just a cruise—it’s:

• ordering everything on the menu

• discovering new favorites daily

• and sharing it all with people who love food as much as you do

Come hungry. Leave obsessed.

Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation)
Day 2 Amsterdam
Day 3 Cologne
Day 4 Rhine Gorge & Rüdesheim
Day 5 Ludwigshafen & Heidelberg
Day 6 Strasbourg
Day 7 Basel & Lucerne
Day 8 Basel (Disembarkation)

Due to group capacity constraints, guests are not guaranteed to be in the same group as Courtney on any given excursion.

🚢 Your Ship: AmaVenita

Elegant and intimate, AmaVenita feels like a floating boutique hotel—designed for travelers who appreciate both comfort and exceptional food. With beautifully appointed staterooms (many featuring twin balconies), you’ll take in sweeping river views by day and unwind in spa-inspired marble bathrooms by night.

✨ Onboard Highlights

• 🛏️ Refined Staterooms – Thoughtfully designed with premium finishes and scenic river views

• 🍽️ Destination-Inspired Dining – Fresh, locally sourced cuisine that reflects every region you sail through

• 🍷 Wine & Social Tables – Gather, sip, and connect over incredible meals and curated pairings

• ☕ Coffee Bar & Lounge Spaces – Slow mornings, afternoon resets, and cozy evening wind-downs

• 💆‍♀️ Wellness & Fitness – Massage services, fitness room, walking track, and a heated pool

• 🚲 Complimentary Bikes – Explore each destination beyond the typical tourist path

• 🎶 Evening Entertainment – Local performers bring the culture onboard each night

🎯 The Experience

Unpack once and settle into a seamless blend of luxury, comfort, and culinary discovery—where every day brings a new destination, a new flavor, and a new reason to fall in love with the journey.

Board the ship for your exclusive Ultimate Foodie Cruise on the Rhine River. (D)

There are 165 canals in Amsterdam, and you'll get to enjoy some of them on your canal cruise. Alternatively, enjoy several tasting tour options. Later in the day, set sail out of Amsterdam. (D)

Enjoy cruising to Cologne, then join a guided tour through the enchanting Old Town, where you will see sites such as the Cologne Rathaus, Germany’s oldest town hall; the Fischmarkt, which dates back to the 12th century and the Great St. Martin Church. End your city tour with a visit to a local tavern to taste its famous Kölsch beer. Active guests will want to join a guided bike ride along the Rhine and through the historic Stadtgarten. (B,L,D)

Cruise through the captivating UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river before reaching the winemaking town of Rüdesheim. Join a wine tasting to discover the flavors of the town’s iconic vineyards, or drink up the stunning views by soaring high above the vineyards with a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal. For a more active adventure, hike through the town’s beautiful vineyards or join a guided bike tour along the scenic Rhine River. Later in the day, let Siegfried’s Mechanical Instrument Cabinet charm you with its remarkable collection of self-playing musical instruments; or taste one of the town’s special delights, Rüdesheimer coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy, coffee and whipped cream. (B,L,D)

Ludwigshafen is your gateway to a choice of four excursions. Visit Heidelberg, the perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany’s Castle Road. Discover the iconic red sandstone Heidelberg Castle and Great Vat, an 18th-century, 49,000-gallon wine cask. For a more active adventure while in Heidelberg, join a guided hike up the Philosopher’s Path, aptly named during the Romantic Period, and enjoy panoramic views of the city. Alternatively, you can visit one of Germany’s oldest cities, Speyer, known for the largest Romanesque cathedral in Europe—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and the medieval Old Gate, Altpörtel. Or pedal along the river Neckar to the picturesque medieval city center of Ladenburg and enjoy some free time to explore the shops. (B,L,D)

Strasbourg offers flavors of both France and Germany because of its borderline location. Enjoy walking through the iconic “La Petite France” district, lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. Wander through charming streets past the Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame with its famous astronomical clock. Alternatively, take a guided bike ride through the city and Parc de l’Orangerie. (B,L,D)

Enjoy getting to know Basel, Switzerland’s third largest city. Long an important university, banking and trade center, Basel’s glorious past is still evident in its medieval town hall, richly decorated market square and exquisite 18th-century patrician homes. Tour the city by foot or on a guided bike tour that takes you through three countries: Switzerland, France and Germany. Alternatively, go on a full-day excursion* to Lucerne to explore its medieval towers. In the afternoon, for guests who have not chosen the full-day Lucerne excursion, visit a local winery to sample Swiss wines, tour Wildegg Castle, a fortress built by the Habsburgs in the early 13th century that features a 3,300 square meter garden, or embark on an exhilarating hike to the castle. (B,L,D)

Bid farewell to Basel and prepare for your flight home. (B)

Alternatively, you may join us in Lake Como and Milan for an additional 4 nights.