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Explore remote villages on one of the below 17 unique Main River cultural experiences for 2026 or 2027. Visit the local village, meet the people, experience local cuisine with a local English speaking guide on your own private tour or small group guided tour. Discover unique local cultures on trips that include activities like Archaeological Site Visits, Wine Tasting, Local Market Visits, Biking, and Hiking and cost from $2,014 for experiences of 7 to 24 days. Tell us about your ideal Main River cultural trip and our Main River experts will help you plan every detail of your next trip.

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Historic Nuremberg
from $5,299
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Classic Christmas Markets

Nuremberg to Frankfurt - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S Elisabeth
  • Start cruise in Nuremberg
  • Explore Rothenburg's market
  • Taste Frankfurt’s Christmas treats
  • Enjoy guided walking tours
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Nuremberg / Frankfurt
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During this 8-Day main river cruise aboard S.S Elisabeth, Celebrate the holidays on a festive Christmas Market from Nuremberg to Frankfurt. Discover traditional markets, sample local holiday treats, and experience celebrations on a luxurious holiday-season voyage.
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Visit old town Frankfurt
from $6,749
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Classic Christmas Markets

Nuremberg to Frankfurt - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Emilie
  • Explore Nuremberg Christmas Market
  • Stroll Rothenburg old town
  • Tour Würzburg Residenz Palace
  • Experience Frankfurt’s Altstadt cha
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Nuremberg / Frankfurt
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Local Market Visits, Christmas Market Visits
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During this 8-day main river cruise aboard S.S. Emilie, experience the best of Germany’s Classic Christmas markets on traditions on this magical river cruise from Nuremberg to Frankfurt. Discover sample local holiday treats, and experience celebrations on a luxurious holiday-season voyage.
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Explore historic Bamberg
from $4,449
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Europe's Rivers & Castles - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Luxembourg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaCerto
  • Explore Wurzburg’s Baroque splendor
  • Discover Bamberg’s architecture
  • Stroll Wertheim’s charming streets
  • Visit Rudesheim’s vineyard gondola
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Nuremberg / Luxembourg
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Hiking
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Set sail on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amacerto, exploring Europe’s charm from the scenic Main River to the Upper Middle Rhine Valley's castles and Moselle's vineyards. Visit picturesque villages like Bernkastel, Cochem, and Rothenburg, admire the Wurzburg Residenz fresco, and savor German wines and smoked beer.
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River through Koblenz Germany
from $2,014
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The Valley of the romantic Rhine, the Moselle and the Main

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Gérard Schmitter
  • Cruise Iffezheim & Gambsheim locks
  • Enjoy Strasbourg at night
  • Visit the unique Reichsburg Castle
  • Join an exclusive wine tasting
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Explore the enchanting cities of Strasbourg, Frankfurt, Cochem, Koblenz, Rudesheim and Mannheim on this 7-day river cruise aboard the MS Gérard Schmitter. As you travel the Rhine, Moselle, and Main rivers, you'll have the chance to tour ancient towns, bike through verdant valleys, savor the local wines, and explore castles.
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Traditional colorful houses in La Petite France, Strasbourg, Alsace, France.
from $6,450
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Rhine River: Castles, Culture and Culinary Delights

Basel - Cologne - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Connect
  • Tour Strasbourg’s Old Town
  • Wine tasting in Alsace
  • See Gutenberg’s Bible
  • Walk Black Forest trails
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Basel / Cologne
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Sail from Basel to Cologne aboard Connect on this 8-day European river cruise, journey through Switzerland, Germany, and France, discovering medieval towns, scenic vineyards, and cultural landmarks.
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Brilliant tulips growing near Amsterdam
from $10,090
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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky
  • Discover Amsterdam’s canals
  • Explore Cologne’s Old Town
  • Admire castles along Rhine Gorge
  • Stroll Miltenberg’s medieval street
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Amsterdam / Budapest
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Join this 15-day Splendors of Europe cruise on the Emerald Sky from Amsterdam to Budapest. Cruise through the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. Experience stunning landscapes, medieval towns, and hikes to hilltop fortresses. Explore four capital cities, each providing a distinctive perspective on the region's rich history.
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Explore the inspiring Amsterdam
from $12,190
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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Admire Rhine Gorge’s castles
  • Wander Miltenberg’s cobbled lanes
  • Visit Wurzburg’s Baroque palace
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Amsterdam / Budapest
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Embark on the 15-day Splendours of Europe cruise aboard the Emerald Destiny, traveling from Amsterdam to Budapest. Discover the wonders of the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary while indulging in a glass-top canal boat excursion in Amsterdam. Throughout the visit to four capital cities, immerse in rich history of the region.
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market in Cologne
from $17,490
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Christmas & New Year

Budapest - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal
  • Witness Vienna’s imperial charm
  • Discover Cesky Krumlov’s streets
  • Visit Nuremberg’s Imperial Castle
  • Admire Wurzburg’s vineyards
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Budapest / Amsterdam
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Set sail on a 15-day Scenic Opal cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam, celebrating the holidays with visits to festive markets and historic cities. Experience Christmas in Vienna and ring in the New Year in Wurzburg, soaking in Europe’s rich culture and seasonal charm.
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Enjoy a quiet moment on the banks of the Danube
from $12,190
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Splendours of Europe

Budapest - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn
  • Explore Budapest’s grand landmarks
  • Discover Bratislava’s Old Town
  • Tour Vienna’s imperial highlights
  • Visit Melk Abbey’s ancient library
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Budapest / Amsterdam
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Embark on a 14-day river cruise on the Emerald Dawn, starting in Budapest and exploring cities like Vienna, Wurzburg, and Cologne along the Danube, Rhine, and Main rivers. Experience guided tours and unique cultural highlights, culminating in Amsterdam's vibrant atmosphere.
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Explore Cologne
from $11,590
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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Admire Rhine Gorge castles
  • Tour Rudesheim’s music museum
  • Wander Miltenberg’s medieval street
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Amsterdam / Budapest
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Experience a 15-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest on the Emerald Sun, visiting cities like Cologne, Vienna, and Bratislava. Enjoy guided tours, local encounters, and stunning sights along the Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers, ending in Budapest.
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Place Kleber in Strasbourg
from $5,063
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German Grandeur

Eastbound - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tranquility II
  • Explore magical Black Forest
  • Discover Mechanical Music Museum
  • Enjoy the visit in wine producer
  • Explore Bamberg
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Basel / Nuremberg
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Basel, Switzerland, is the starting point for your magnificent nine-day Germany river trip on Avalon Tranquility II. After that, go on a guided tour of Bamberg before continuing to Nuremberg, where your trip comes to a close.
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Romantic evening light over Basel
from $5,496
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Reflections on the Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Imagery II
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Discover Nijmegen’s Roman ruins
  • Taste Rüdesheim wines
  • Visit Strasbourg’s La Petite France
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Wine Tasting, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, Urban Exploration
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Experience Europe’s Rhine River from Amsterdam to Basel for 10 days on Avalon Imagery II. Explore Amsterdam’s canals, Nijmegen’s Roman ruins, Cologne Cathedral, Rhine Gorge castles, Rüdesheim vineyards, Heidelberg Castle, Strasbourg’s La Petite France, and the Black Forest with guided tours, tastings, and scenic walks.
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