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

Cruise A-Rosa Alea, 7 Night Rhine Experience IJsselmeer 2026 ex Cologne, Germany Return
Cruise Line A-Rosa Cruises
Ship A-Rosa Alea
Destination EU Rivers
Brief Description 7 Night Cruise sailing from Cologne, Germany onboard A-Rosa Alea
Type of Cruise River
Departure Date 05 Jun 2026
Cruise Description 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.
Sailing Dates
05 Jun 2026
19 Jun 2026
03 Jul 2026
17 Jul 2026
31 Jul 2026
14 Aug 2026
28 Aug 2026
10 Apr 2026
24 Apr 2026
08 May 2026
22 May 2026
11 Sep 2026
25 Sep 2026
09 Oct 2026
Pricing
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Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
5 Jun 2026 Cologne, Germany 5:00 PM
6 Jun 2026 Lelystad, Netherlands 11:00 AM 9:00 PM
7 Jun 2026 Huizen, Netherlands 12:01 AM
8 Jun 2026 Huizen, Netherlands 8:00 AM
8 Jun 2026 Markermeer & Ijsselmeer, Netherlands
8 Jun 2026 Enkhuizen, Holland 12:00 PM
9 Jun 2026 Enkhuizen, Holland 8:00 AM
9 Jun 2026 Markermeer & Ijsselmeer, Netherlands
9 Jun 2026 Hoorn, Netherlands 11:00 AM 10:00 PM
10 Jun 2026 Nijmegen, Netherlands 10:00 AM
11 Jun 2026 Nijmegen, Netherlands 5:00 AM
11 Jun 2026 Duisburg, Germany 2:00 PM 9:00 PM
12 Jun 2026 Cologne, Germany 6:00 AM
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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