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Experience the enchanting beauty and rich cultural tapestry of the Main River with our 854 diverse Cruises for 2025. Join us on a cruise journey through picturesque villages, historic castles, and lush vineyards along the Main River. From the charming town of Bamberg to the famous vineyards of Franconia, you'll discover the heart of Germany's wine country and immerse yourself in the region's fascinating history and culinary delights. Engage in wine tasting, village visits, and scenic hikes, all while surrounded by the stunning landscapes that have inspired poets and artists for centuries. With options for cultural exploration, food & wine experiences, and breathtaking river views, this adventure offers a relaxed pace suitable for all travelers. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the captivating nature, history, and culture of the Main River. Contact one of Adventure Life's river cruise specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Plaza in Lisbon, Portugal
from $5,129
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Enticing Douro

Lisbon - Porto - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadouro
  • Explore Lisbon’s Belem Tower
  • Discover Tomar’s grand Castle
  • Visit Regua’s ornate Mateus Palace
  • Stroll Castelo Rodrigo’s streets
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Lisbon / Regua
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Explore the Douro River Valley on an 11-day round-trip cruise from Porto aboard the MS Amadouro. Ideal for wine lovers and nature enthusiasts, this journey offers authentic regional experiences and stunning views of terraced vineyards and traditional villages.
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Warm lights glow through the blue hour in Lyon
from $4,139
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Colors of Provence - Cruise Only

Lyon - Arles - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amakristina
  • Tour the highlights of Lyon, France
  • Stop at the home of a local vintner
  • Learn about olive farming tradition
  • Take the Artist Experience tour
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Lyon / Arles
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Wine Tasting, Hiking, Biking, Cooking Classes
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Embark the MS Amakristina in Arles, France for your week-long cruise through France's legendary wine regions, including Cotes du Rhone, Burgundy and Beaujolais. Enjoy wine tastings, ancient Roman ruins, and medieval villages on this European vacation. Les Baux, Avignon, Viviers, Tournon, and Vienne are all stops before arriving to Lyon, France.
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Stop in beautiful Basel, Switzerland
from $3,699
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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette
  • Discover Alsatian wine villages
  • Visit Marksburg Castle in Koblenz
  • Savor Rieslings at Castle Vollrads
  • Explore Cologne's historic center
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Local Market Visits
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Embark on an 8-day Rhine River cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Discover the charm of medieval towns like Breisach and Braubach, explore the cobbled streets of Strasbourg, and visit the majestic Marksburg Castle. Delight in guided walking tours, bike rides along the Rhine, and panoramic views from cable cars.
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Visit charming Passau
from $3,749
EBD $4000
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Magna on the Danube - Budapest to Vilshofen

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna
  • Experience Melk Abbey
  • Explore Passau
  • Discover Salzburg
  • Visit Vienna
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard MS AmaMagna. Enjoy captivating architecture, music, and culinary experiences. Explore Vienna's Baroque gems, savor epicurean delights, and discover vibrant cultures in Budapest and Bratislava.
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Walking in Santorini
from $2,410
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Southern Cyclades

Roundtrip Piraeus - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Explore Piraeus vibrant port city
  • Wander Rhodes medieval streets
  • Discover Bodrum rich history
  • Admire Santorini whitewashed cliffs
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Piraeus / Piraeus
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Set sail for 8 days on the Star Flyer, exploring historic Aegean ports from Piraeus to Rhodes and Bodrum while enjoying stunning views in Santorini and Hydra. Experience local culture, cuisine, and relaxation, culminating in a memorable return to Piraeus.
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Nossa Senhora dos Remedios Sanctuary
from $2,481
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Portugal to Spain - Porto, the Douro Valley and Salamanca

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Miguel Torga
  • Explore Porto vibrant culture
  • Discover Vega de Teron charm
  • Stroll Salamanca historic streets
  • Experience Barca d'Alva beauty
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Experience an 8-day river cruise on the MS Miguel Torga through Portugal's Douro Valley, starting in Porto with guided tours, wine tastings, and Flamenco shows. Cross into Spain for a day in Salamanca and explore Baroque Lamego before concluding with Fado music in Porto.
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The colorful streets of Spain
from $2,167
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Andalusia: Tradition, Gastronomy, and Flamenco

Seville Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS La Belle de Cadix
  • Sail across the Guadalquivir River
  • View a traditional equestrian show
  • Explore Jerez, the capital of wine
  • Visit the charming city of Granada
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Seville / Seville
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This 8-day Spanish cruise aboard the MS La Belle de Cadix showcases the Andalusia region, including stops in Seville, Cadiz, Granada and Cordoba. Local wine tastings, Flamenco music and visits to the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Donana Park highlight this itinerary.
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Explore the enchanting city of Glasgow
from $14,990
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Wild lands of Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

Glasgow, Scotland - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Tour Titanic Belfast
  • Witness seabird colonies on Suduroy
  • Discover Iceland’s fjord town Djupi
  • Visit Heimaey’s volcanic landscapes
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Glasgow / Reykjavik
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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Sailing, Wildlife Viewing, Urban Exploration
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Discover the beauty of Europe’s wild west coast on this 12-day cruise from Glasgow to Reykjavik aboard the Le Laperouse. Journey through historic cities and picturesque landscapes, blending rich cultural experiences with natural scenery. Explore Belfast’s Titanic history, visit Lerwick, and witness the wildlife-rich cliffs of the Faroe Islands.
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A stunning view of Nafplion, Greece
from $3,550
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Classical Greece

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Harmony V
  • Stroll Nafplion’s old town
  • Visit the peaceful town of Chora
  • Discover Delos archaeological site
  • Explore Kea’s charming port
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Athens / Athens
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Snorkeling
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Athens aboard the Harmony V, exploring the Cyclades, Crete, and the hidden gem of Kythira. Discover historic charm in Monemvasia and Nafplion while enjoying a unique blend of cruising and yachting.
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Traditional architecture in Greece.
from $3,090
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Jewels of the Cyclades

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galileo
  • Capture Santorini’s caldera views
  • Swim Poliegos turquoise waters
  • Stroll Folegandros cliffside views
  • Tour Delos sacred temples
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Athens / Athens
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Galileo, exploring the beautiful Cyclades from Athens to islands like Santorini, Mykonos, and Folegandros. Enjoy swim stops, cultural experiences, and delightful Cycladic cuisine on this unforgettable journey.
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The towering ruins of the Acropolis rise over Athens
from $2,000
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Antiquity to Byzantium

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galileo
  • Explore Epidaurus grand theater
  • Visit Mycenae and its Lion’s Gate
  • Discover Nafplion’s old town
  • Tour Delphi’s ruins
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Athens / Athens
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Galileo to explore Greece's historic landmarks, starting in Ancient Epidaurus and visiting iconic sites like Olympia and Delphi. Enjoy guided excursions and stunning coastlines before concluding your journey in Marina Zea.
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Sprawling vineyards of France
from $6,914
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Colors of Provence

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amakristina
  • Enjoy Lyon's culinary delights
  • Visit the Beaujolais wine region
  • Join a Provencal cooking lesson
  • Admire Antoni Gaudi’s works
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Paris / Barcelona
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This 14-day cruise of France & Spain is a splash of cultures - spend 3 nights in Paris, then travel by high-speed TGV train to Lyon and start on a lovely cruise through Provence onboard MS Amakristina. Then catch the TGV to Spain for 3 nights in Barcelona. Enjoy wine tasting, riding, cooking workshops, and archaeology.
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Grossmunster Cathedral, Zurich
from $5,709
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Enchanting Rhine

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima
  • Enjoy panoramic views of Zürich
  • Walk along Lucerne's famous streets
  • Visit the iconic Heidelberg Castle
  • Admire Amsterdam's beauty
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After spending two nights in both Zurich and Lucerne, Switzerland, board the MS Amaprima on an exclusive 7-day Rhine River cruise through the historic old towns and big cities of Germany, the historic borderlands of Strasbourg, France, and finally to Amsterdam in the Netherlands.
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Salamanca, Spain
from $4,139
EBD $4000
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Enticing Douro - Cruise Only

Roundtrip Porto - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadouro
  • Tour the São Bento Railway Station
  • Sample Bôlas de Lamego
  • Visit Salamanca
  • Visit the Palacio de Mateus
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Porto / Porto
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Sail roundtrip from Porto on an 8-day Douro River cruise aboard the MS Amadouro, passing terraced vineyards and historic wine estates in the world’s oldest demarcated wine region. Explore Regua, savor Port wines, and visit Salamanca, the UNESCO-listed “Golden City.”
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Porto Cityscape, Portugal
from $4,139
EBD $4000
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Flavors of Portugal & Spain - Cruise Only

Porto - Vega de Terron - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaVida
  • Explore Porto's historic old town
  • Taste Portugal's wines
  • Visit Nossa Senhora dos Remédios
  • Hike through Vega Terron, Spain
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Sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the MS Amavida from Porto through the stunning Douro River Valley, a UNESCO site of terraced vineyards and charming quintas. Enjoy wine tastings, historic villages, and the rich flavors of Spain and Portugal.
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St.Blaise Church, Dubrovnik
from $1,365
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Dubrovnik to Split

Dubrovnik - Split - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Splendid
  • Tour Split’s Diocletian Palace
  • Enter Bisevo’s magical Blue Cave
  • Relax on Bol’s Zlatni Rat beach
  • Explore historic Dubrovnik
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Dubrovnik / Split
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Dubrovnik to Split aboard M/S Splendid, exploring Croatia’s stunning islands, historic cities, and vibrant culture. Enjoy medieval towns, crystal-clear waters, and timeless traditions.
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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
from $12,745
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Ancient Isles: England, Ireland and Scotland

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Explore Celtic and Viking culture
  • Sail around Skellig Michael
  • Zodiac cruise in Scotland
  • Visit giant seabird colonies
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Windsor / Edinburgh
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Whale Watching
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Portsmouth to Edinburgh aboard the National Geographic Explorer. Explore Britain's, Ireland's, and Scotland's lesser-known wonders. Discover ancient megaliths, mysterious sea caves, historic dockyards, and lush botanical gardens.
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Romania's iconic Bran Castle "Dracula's Castle"
from $4,449
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Gems of Southeast Europe - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna
  • Admire Rousse's architecture
  • Learn of the region's rich history
  • Enjoy culinary and wine excursions
  • Tour European cities and villages
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Budapest / Giurgiu
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Arrive in Budapest and embark the Amamagna for your 8-day Danube River cruise. Traverse the dramatic narrow gorge known as the Iron Gates, then cruise along the Romanian-Bulgarian border. Visit Mohacs before disembarking in Giurgiu. Culture, history, magnificent architecture and stunning landscapes highlight this cruise.
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