Top Rhine River Trips & Tours in May 2026

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Romantic Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision

• Cruise Amsterdam’s canals
• Bike ride in Cologne
• Sail the Rhine Gorge
• Taste Rüdesheim coffee

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Experience an 8-day Romantic Rhine cruise aboard Avalon Envision, sailing through Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland. Explore Amsterdam, Cologne, Rüdesheim, Mainz, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Breisach, with castles, cathedrals, and the Black Forest along the way.

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Romantic Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon View

• Guided walking tour in Amsterdam
• See Cologne’s twin-steepled Gothic
• Sail along Rhine Gorge
• Discover Strasbourg’s Iconic Sights

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Wine Tasting, Biking, Village Visits, Urban Exploration

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Experience an 8-day Rhine River cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard Avalon View. Explore Amsterdam canals, Cologne’s Gothic cathedral, Rhine Gorge castles, Rüdesheim vineyards, Heidelberg Castle, Strasbourg’s La Petite France, the Black Forest, and Basel’s city center. Optional guided excursions are available throughout the journey.

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Rhine & Moselle Delights - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto

• Explore Basel’s historic charm
• Discover Riquewihr’s medieval charm
• Tour Strasbourg’s vibrant canals
• Visit Rudesheim’s scenic vineyards

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Embark on an 11-day cruise along the Rhine and Moselle, exploring Switzerland, Germany, France, and the Netherlands. Discover charming villages, UNESCO treasures, and enjoy hikes, bike rides, and scenic gondola views.

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Active & Discovery on the Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne

Amsterdam to Lucerne - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama

• See Dusseldorf’s architecture
• Cruise the scenic Rhine Gorge
• Explore Strasbourg grand cathedral
• Tour medieval village of Burkheim

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Amsterdam / Lucerne

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Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Sailing

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Sail on a 10-day Rhine river cruise from Amsterdam to Lucerne on board Avalon Panorama. Explore Dusseldorf's avant-garde architecture and Old Town, and visit Koblenz and its stunning Rhine Gorge. Visit the grand cathedral and charming districts of Strasbourg, and enjoy a bike tour of the magical Black Forest in Breisach.

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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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Archaeological Site Visits

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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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Rhine & Moselle Fairytales - Cruise Only

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSerena

• Cruise to Cologne
• Bike along the Rhine
• Explore the Bundesbank Bunker
• Visit Rüdesheim

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Enjoy a 12-day voyage on the Rhine River! Pages from fairytales come to life as you find inspiration along the fabled castle-laden Rhine and its breathtaking tributary, the Moselle

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Enchanting Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto

• Explore Zurich's vibrant history
• Wander Strasbourg's streets
• Visit Breisach's countryside
• Cruise Rhine's stunning castles

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Zurich / Amsterdam

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Set sail from Zurich to Amsterdam on a 12-day Rhine cruise aboard the MS Amacerto. Discover vibrant cities, storied towns, and timeless traditions amid stunning castles and scenic riverbanks.

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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Jasper

• Explore Amsterdam’s canals
• Discover the history of Heidelberg
• Enjoy Europe’s Rhine river
• Stroll through Cologne

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Experience an enriching 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel on the Scenic Jasper, uncovering historic cities and scenic towns along the Rhine. Enjoy Amsterdam's canals, Koblenz's culture, Cochem's vineyards, Baden-Baden's thermal spa, and Strasbourg's unique architecture.

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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Ruby

• Discover history of Heidelberg
• Admire Cologne's cathedral
• Wander Amsterdam’s canals
• Cruise Europe’s beautiful rivers

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Experience an enriching 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel on the Scenic Ruby, uncovering historic cities and scenic towns along the Rhine. Enjoy Amsterdam's canals, Koblenz's culture, Cochem's vineyards, Baden-Baden's thermal spa, and Strasbourg's unique architecture.

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The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Monet

• Take a tour of Old Strasbourg
• Enjoy the romance of the Rhine
• Sail through French & German towns

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Experience the Rhine Valley on this 5-day round-trip river cruise from Strasbourg, France aboard the MS Monet. As you visit the towns of Koblenz, Mainz, Rudesheim, and Manheim, you'll visit iconic sites like Heidelberg, Stolzenfels Castle, and the quaint villages & savory wineries that characterize the Rhine Valley.

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Jewels of the Rhine & Amsterdam

Basel - Amsterdam - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn

• Cycle Breisach’s riverside trails
• Discover Strasbourg medieval charm
• Explore Heidelberg’s castle ruins
• Wander Koblenz’s cobbled streets

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Experience a 10-day river cruise on the Emerald Dawn, starting in Germany's Black Forest and exploring towns like Strasbourg and Cologne, along with wine tastings and scenic views of Dutch windmills. Conclude your journey in Amsterdam with a two-night hotel stay to discover its cultural landmarks and vibrant atmosphere.

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Romantic Rhine (Northbound)

Basel to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision

• Discover Germany’s Black Forest
• Cruise Amsterdam’s canals
• Visit La Petite France district
• Explore Mainz' architecture

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Sail the 8-day Romantic Rhine River Cruise (Northbound) aboard Avalon Envision from Switzerland to Holland, visiting France and Germany along the way, with guided tours of historic cities, scenic sailing, and cultural highlights.

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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSerena

• Discover Amsterdam’s charming canal
• Explore Cologne’s historic treasure
• Cruise Rhine Gorge’s castles
• Visit Rudesheim’s scenic vineyards

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Sail aboard the MS Amaserena on a 13-day cruise through Europe, featuring Amsterdam’s canals, Germany’s Rhine Gorge castles, France’s Alsace charm, and Italy’s glamorous Lake Como. Explore five countries and iconic landmarks.

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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Pearl

• Admire Cologne's cathedral
• Cruise Europe’s beautiful rivers
• Discover history of Heidelberg
• Enjoy Amsterdam’s canals

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Experience an enriching 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel on the Scenic Pearl, uncovering historic cities and scenic towns along the Rhine. Enjoy Amsterdam's canals, Koblenz's culture, Cochem's vineyards, Baden-Baden's thermal spa, and Strasbourg's unique architecture.

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Captivating Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaviola

• Join a guided bike tour
• Visit Speyer
• Enjoy Parc de l’Orangerie
• Explore the Black Forest

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From Amsterdam’s colorful canals to the majestic Swiss Alps, enjoy a 14-day exploration of the Rhine Valley, starting with two days in Amsterdam followed by 7 nights aboard the MS Amaviola, and concluding with four nights in Switzerland between Lucerne and Zurich. Sample the local brews of beer and coffee with chances to hike and bike as well!

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Captivating Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia

• Taste wines in Rudesheim’s vineyard
• Bike through charming Strasbourg
• Explore Dusseldorf’s vibrant street
• Wander Colmar’s fairytale alleys

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Amsterdam / Zurich

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Local Market Visits, Land & Sea Exploration

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Sail the legendary Rhine on this 14-day river cruise aboard the MS Amalucia, where vineyard-clad hills and fairy-tale castles set the scene. Explore charming Alsace, historic German towns, and Amsterdam’s canals, savoring local flavors and unforgettable landscapes.

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5 Different Rivers: The Rhine, Neckar, Main, Moselle, and Saar (Port-to-port cruise)

Strasbourg to Luxembourg - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci

• Enjoy Heidelberg Castle guided tour
• Rudesheim vineyard wine tasting
• Enjoy Rhine Valley scenic sailing
• Explore Saarburg’s old town

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Strasbourg / Remich

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Set sail on a 9-day Rhine and Moselle river cruise from Strasbourg to Luxembourg aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci. Discover Heidelberg Castle, Mainz Cathedral, and Trier’s Roman ruins. Explore Frankfurt, Rüdesheim’s vineyards, Cochem Castle, and Luxembourg’s historic city center. Enjoy wine tastings, guided tours, and unique cultural landmarks.

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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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