A-Rosa Brava, 7 Night Rhine Experience IJsselmeer 2026 ex Cologne, Germany Return

7 Nights from Cologne to Amsterdam (Lelystad*), Huizen, Panorama Cruise Markermeer & IJsselmeer, Enkhuizen, Panorama Cruise Markermeer & IJsselmeer, Hoorn, Nijmegen and Duisburg to Cologne.

Day 1: Cologne
We will set off on our exciting Rhine cruise from here, heading for the northern or the southern Rhine. But you shouldn’t miss out on the opportunity to explore this cathedral city, with its wealth of monuments and attractions. The best way is to arrive the day before your cruise departs, so that you can relax – or simply extend your stay in Cologne after the cruise has ended.

Day 2: Amsterdam (Lelystad*)
Amsterdam is an incredibly varied city. It’s old yet modern, relaxed yet bustling, and arty while also being commercial. With almost 7,500 listed buildings, it has the highest concentration of historical monuments in the whole country. When your Rhine cruise calls at Amsterdam, you’ll be able to discover a piece of history around every corner.  *In individual cases, the local authorities in Amsterdam may not confirm the reserved berths. If no berth is allocated, our guests will be provided with a shuttle bus to Amsterdam.

Day 3: Huizen
Welcome to the Dutch city of Huizen! The city is located on the banks of the Gooimeer, part of the IJsselmeer, and is known for its picturesque location, historic architecture and maritime atmosphere. Huizen has a rich history as a fishing village, but over the years the economy has diversified to include trade, tourism and services. Visitors can explore the charming old town with its traditional houses, cozy cafés, stores and marina. The surrounding nature offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling and water sports, making Huizen a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

Day 4: Huizen
Welcome to the Dutch city of Huizen! The city is located on the banks of the Gooimeer, part of the IJsselmeer, and is known for its picturesque location, historic architecture and maritime atmosphere. Huizen has a rich history as a fishing village, but over the years the economy has diversified to include trade, tourism and services. Visitors can explore the charming old town with its traditional houses, cozy cafés, stores and marina. The surrounding nature offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling and water sports, making Huizen a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

Day 4: Panorama Cruise Markermeer & IJsselmeer
The Ijsselmeer is an inland lake that was created by diking the Wadden Sea and the Zuiderzee bay. This is where you’ll find the lovely little town of Hoorn – make sure you explore it during your cruise along the northern Rhine.

Day 4: Enkhuizen
Enjoy a beautiful day in Enkhuizen, often affectionately referred to as a large open-air museum. Many of the city's monuments are within walking distance. In the historic city centre you will find many small shops that invite you to go shopping. Experience Dutch hospitality in a setting steeped in history.

Day 5: Enkhuizen
Enjoy a beautiful day in Enkhuizen, often affectionately referred to as a large open-air museum. Many of the city's monuments are within walking distance. In the historic city centre you will find many small shops that invite you to go shopping. Experience Dutch hospitality in a setting steeped in history.

Day 5: Panorama Cruise Markermeer & IJsselmeer
The Ijsselmeer is an inland lake that was created by diking the Wadden Sea and the Zuiderzee bay. This is where you’ll find the lovely little town of Hoorn – make sure you explore it during your cruise along the northern Rhine.

Day 5: Hoorn
The delightful little town of Hoorn lies on the Ijsselmeer, towards the northern Rhine. Back in the 16th century, Hoorn was one of the Netherlands’ most important ports. Today, many of its buildings still bear witness to this heyday. A visit to Hoorn during your Rhine cruise is an activity not be missed.

Day 6: Nijmegen
The Romans astutely identified the ideal location along the Rhine River nearly 2,000 years ago, laying the foundation for the oldest city in the Netherlands. Today, this Hanseatic city captivates visitors with its rich historical sites and the vibrant energy brought by its thriving student population. Nijmegen's liveliness extends to its city beaches, where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of its unique surroundings.

Day 7: Nijmegen
The Romans astutely identified the ideal location along the Rhine River nearly 2,000 years ago, laying the foundation for the oldest city in the Netherlands. Today, this Hanseatic city captivates visitors with its rich historical sites and the vibrant energy brought by its thriving student population. Nijmegen's liveliness extends to its city beaches, where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of its unique surroundings.

Day 7: Duisburg
Like Dortmund and Bochum, Duisburg became well known as a major location for the iron and steel industries. Nowadays, this city in the Ruhr region is a scientific hub and home to high-tech companies. Situated right on the Rhine, Duisburg is also one of the world’s most important inland ports.

Day 8: Cologne
We will set off on our exciting Rhine cruise from here, heading for the northern or the southern Rhine. But you shouldn’t miss out on the opportunity to explore this cathedral city, with its wealth of monuments and attractions. The best way is to arrive the day before your cruise departs, so that you can relax – or simply extend your stay in Cologne after the cruise has ended.

Cruising on a river is certainly not the fastest mode of transportation. And the countless meanders of the Rhine, Danube and Rhône are not the fastest way to get from A to B either. But that’s precisely what we want to give you: a little time for you to relax and unwind. As you leisurely take in the breathtaking riverscape, you can really take time for yourself. Make yourself comfortable in your cosy cabin or simply daydream in SPA-ROSA and on the sun deck. If you like, you can also take part in our many exciting activities.

You'll feel at home before our ship has even set sail. As soon as you enter your cabin, you will feel at home. At home? On holiday? Without a doubt! You can look forward to plenty of space and a plethora of comforts. We have paid particular attention to design and high-quality materials – on each and every cruise ship in our fleet. After all, we know just how important it is to spend the most valuable time of the year in an environment that leaves nothing wanting.

Mealtimes on board A-ROSA are about so much more than just enjoying food. But above all, they’re about enjoying the food to your heart’s content. Put together your own menu at the cooking station, the cold and warm buffet. Or if you like, you can dine in a more exclusive atmosphere. Treat yourself to a really lovely A-ROSA Dining evening as an add-on to your trip. You can look forward to a multi-course seated dinner with a selection of corresponding fine wines from our extensive wine menu.

Because our guests have very different ideas when it comes to the perfect pampering moment, we offer you a wide range of choices to make your very own dream come true. Each of our cruise ships has its own on-board SPA-ROSA where our expert spa and beauty team is waiting to greet you: treat yourself to a massage, facial or manicure. A sauna with a panoramic view of the river and the landscapes will enable you to properly wind down and focus on yourself. But sometimes doing some exercise is the best way to find inner tranquillity. And this is why you’ll find a wide range of keep-fit facilities on board our ships.

Cruising on a river and the countless meanders of Danube, Douro, Rhine, Rhône and Seine are not the fastest way to get from A to B. But that is precisely what we want to give you: a little time for you to relax.

With an innovative concept consisting of casual but stylish feel-good holidays, a richly diverse program and luxurious facilities, the modern A-ROSA premium ships offer cruises on Europe's rivers Danube, Rhine, Rhône and Seine.

Make yourself comfortable in your cozy cabin or simply daydream in SPA-ROSA with sauna, fitness and beauty treatments. Enjoy the ever-changing panorama on the extensive sun deck. Everyday, you can enjoy culinary surprises with regional and seasonal specialties from our buffet with its live cooking station. And during one of our many stops, you will have plenty of time to get to know the country better. Welcome on board your A-ROSA cruise ship.

We are pleased to offer international cruises on selected cruise ships.

Our international ships:
Danube: A-ROSA DONNA, A-ROSA SILVA
Rhine/Moselle/Main: A-ROSA AQUA, A-ROSA FLORA, A-ROSA SILVA
Rhône/Saône: A-ROSA STELLA
Seine: A-ROSA VIVA

The official languages on board our international ships are both German and English and the ship announcements and all written information is provided in English. As well, our international ships are accompanied by an "International Host" who is your contact person for our international guests and responsible for making sure that you enjoy your cruise to the fullest.

We cannot guarantee this bilingual service on any of our other cruise ships. We kindly ask you to keep in mind while you are browsing through our wonderful cruise programme, that we cannot guarantee this bilingual service on any of our other cruise ships.