Top Rhine River Trips & Tours in May 2026

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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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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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from $2,606

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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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Spectacular Switzerland with Romantic Rhine

Zurich to Amsterdam - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Vista

• Excursion to Jungfrau Mountain
• Visit Geneva’s Reformation Park
• Sail through the Rhine Gorge
• Cruise through Amsterdam’s canals

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Zurich / Amsterdam

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Hiking, Biking, Wine Tasting, Land & Sea Exploration, Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits

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Travel from Zurich to Amsterdam on a 16-day journey combining Swiss guided tours with a river cruise aboard Avalon Vista. Explore Switzerland with visits to Geneva, Lucerne, & Grindelwald before embarking in Basel. Sail through the Black Forest, Strasbourg, Heidelberg, & the scenic Rhine Gorge, then explore Cologne before concluding in Amsterdam.

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4 Rivers: The Moselle, Sarre, Romantic Rhine, and Neckar Valleys (Port-to-port cruise)

Luxembourg to Strasbourg - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci

• Enjoy a Luxembourg city guided tour
• Experience wine tasting in Remich
• Explore Roman sites in Trier
• Stroll in Koblenz's old town

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Luxembourg / Strasbourg

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Embark on a 7-day river cruise aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci from Luxembourg to Strasbourg along the Moselle, Rhine, and Neckar Rivers. Explore Trier’s Roman heritage, Cochem Castle, Koblenz, Rudesheim vineyards, and Heidelberg’s historic charm. Enjoy wine tastings, guided tours, and lively evenings on board.

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Vineyards, Chateaux & Bordeaux

Basel to Bordeaux - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Artistry II

• Sail the Rhine Gorge
• Discover Strasbourg & Heidelberg
• Explore Paris
• Explore Bordeaux vineyards & wines
• See Amsterdam golden age canals

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Basel / Bordeaux

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Local Market Visits

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Experience a 22-day voyage aboard Avalon Artistry II, cruising Europe’s legendary rivers through Switzerland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Bordeaux. From the Rhine Gorge’s castles to Paris’s cultural treasures and Bordeaux’s famed vineyards, immerse yourself in guided tours, wine tastings, and châteaux visits.

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Magnificent Europe - Cruise Only

15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella

• Marvel Passau cathedrals
• Wander Durnstein streets
• Discover Vienna architecture grand
• Explore Bratislava history

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Embark on a 15-day cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam aboard the MS Amastella, sailing the Danube, Main, and the Rhine through five captivating countries. Explore UNESCO treasures, savor Rieslings, enjoy European cuisine, and adventure through scenic landscapes.

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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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Magnificent Europe

17 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella

• Stroll Wertheim’s charming streets
• Explore Nuremberg’s imperial past
• Marvel at Cologne’s Gothic charm
• Cruise Amsterdam’s scenic canals

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Embark on a 17-day cruise aboard the MS Amastella, exploring three iconic rivers across five countries. Discover UNESCO World Heritage treasures like Cologne’s Cathedral, Würzburg Palace, and Melk Abbey, while enjoying fine wines, diverse cuisines, and scenic hikes and bike rides in Passau and Vienna.

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Rhine & Moselle Splendors - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Explore historical Trier
• Discover the Reichsburg Castle
• Visit Rüdesheim on a gondola ride
• Enjoy the beautiful Neckar Valley

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Starting in the tiny country of Luxembourg, this 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amaprima takes you through Germany, France, and Switzerland along the scenic Rhine River. The towns of Strasbourg, Cochem, Riquewihr, and Basel delight with their baroque style and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Make sure to enjoy the locally produced wines and beers too!

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Rhine & Moselle Splendors

Paris - Zurich - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Walk through the glamorous Paris
• Discover historical Luxembourg
• View the famous Porta Nigra gate
• Visit Heidelberg medieval city

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Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the MS Amaprima, with 2 nights in Lucerne and Zurich. Cruise the enchanting Rhine and Moselle, visiting fairytale villages like Cochem and Bernkastel, and exploring cultural treasures in Trier and Strasbourg.

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Captivating Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena

• Join a bike ride along the Rhine
• Taste Rüdesheimer Coffee
• Discover Heidelberg Castle
• Explore the Black Forest

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Enjoy a 14-day Rhine River cruise aboard the MS Amasiena! From Amsterdam to Basel, journey into the heart of the destinations you visit. Then enjoy two days in Lucerne and two days in Zurich. Along the way, you can bike ride along the Rhine, taste Rüdesheimer Coffee, discover Heidelberg Castle, and explore the Black Forest.

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Vineyards of the Rhine & Moselle

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Explore the Rhine River
• Admire vibrant Amsterdam
• Visit a local tavern in Cologne
• Tour the stunning city of Paris

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Amsterdam / Paris

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On this 13-day cruise aboard MS Amaprima, embark in Amsterdam en route to cosmopolitan Paris. Along the way, admire vineyards and picturesque Rhine castles on your way to charming Rüdesheim. Continue to historic Koblenz and cruise through the world’s steepest vineyards along the Moselle River Valley to quaint Cochem and Bernkastel.

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Vineyards of the Rhine & Moselle - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Tour the romantic Amsterdam
• Visit Cologne's cathedral
• Visit Rudesheim's vineyards
• Admire beautiful castles

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Amsterdam / Luxembourg

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MS Amaprima hosts this exciting 8-day cruise along the Rhine and Moselle. Explore splendid Cologne with its magnificent dome and admire the picturesque Rhine castles on your way to bustling Frankfurt and medieval Heidelberg. Continue to fascinating Koblenz and cruise the beautiful Moselle River Valley to charming Cochem and lovely Bernkastel.

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Grand European Tour: Budapest to Amsterdam

Budapest to Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Discover Europe’s castles & culture
• Visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral
• See St. Peter’s Cathedral
• Learn Wertheim's tradition

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Budapest / Amsterdam

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Join this 15-day Grand European Tour from Amsterdam to Budapest. Explore the beauty, nature, and architecture of Netherlands, Germany, Austria, and Hungary while sailing along the Danube, Main and Rhine Rivers.

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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena

• Visit Riquewihr
• Go to Freiburg
• Tour Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame
• Taste Rüdesheimer Coffee

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Enjoy an enchanting 7-night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam along the Rhine to magnificent cities and charming villages alike. You are bound to live timeless traditions on the MS Amasiena as you cruise down the Rhine River.

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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena

• Taste Kölsch beer
• Visit Cologne Cathedral
• Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
• Discover Lake Lucerne

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Discover fairytale castles, historic vineyards and the stunning remnant of a world frozen over with glaciers, Italy’s Lake Como, as part of this all-encompassing Rhine River cruise and land fantasy. Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history.

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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia

• Take an Amsterdam canal tour
• Enjoy optional excursions
• Hike up the Philosopher's Path
• Explore Strasbourg

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Enjoy two days in Amsterdam, then embark on the MS Amalucia for an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, Switzerland, exploring the fascinating towns of Cologne, Rudesheim, Strasbourg, and Breisach along the Rhine River.

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