France Trips with Village Visits

Join a 15-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the Scenic Pearl, exploring charming canals, historic cities, and tasting local delights. Highlights include Kinderdijk’s windmills, a private concert in Trier, and breathtaking views along the Rhine Gorge.

Embark on an 11-day Viking River Cruise through southern Germany, visiting Basel's cultural sites, and exploring historic towns in Baden-Wurttemberg and Bavaria. Experience local customs, cuisine, and picturesque castles while delving into the region's rich history.

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.

Sail aboard the MS Amalucia on an 18-day cruise through the legendary Rhine and Moselle, where fairytale castles, dramatic vineyards, and charming medieval towns await. Explore Strasbourg, Trier, and Koblenz, marvel at Roman relics, and savor world-class wines in this enchanting adventure.

Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine, during this 8-day voyage. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From Amsterdam to Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.

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.

Embark on an 8-day European river cruise on the Scenic Amber, exploring charming streets, historic canals, and iconic art galleries. Sail through Germany, visiting Cologne's Gothic cathedral, Koblenz at the river confluence, and ending in Basel after experiencing the Black Forest and Alsace region.

Sail the Rhine on a 14-day holiday cruise, exploring Europe’s most festive Christmas Markets from Amsterdam to Zurich aboard the MS Amalucia. Sip gluhwein in Cologne, wander Strasbourg’s famed market, and witness Gengenbach’s giant Advent calendar.

Set sail through Italy’s most iconic coastal destinations on an 8-day cruise aboard World Traveller, starting in Valletta and ending in Nice. This Mediterranean itinerary highlights Italy as the central destination with diverse cultural and scenic experiences.

From the cultural powerhouse of Amsterdam to the storybook village of Rüdesheim, the Romantic Rhine mesmerizes in its spectacular beauty. Come see the dramatic Rhine Gorge and explore Cologne’s famed cathedral during this 8-day cruise aboard the Avalon Vista.

Join a 10-day cruise on the Emerald Sun, exploring traditional cheese-making in the Netherlands and historic sites in France and Germany, including Dusseldorf and Cologne. Enjoy scenic views of the Rhine Gorge, regional delicacies in the Black Forest, and end with a three-day stay in Amsterdam.

Explore Greenland and Arctic Canada on an 18-day cruise through Nuuk, Disko Bay, Ilulissat Icefjord, and Torngat Mountains aboard World Navigator. This cruise stands out through flexible Captain’s Choice routing, close wildlife encounters, and access to remote Arctic landscapes rarely visited.