No cruise of the Main & Rhine Rivers is complete without a stop in enchanting Bamberg. Home to so many attractions, your only task will be deciding which ones to visit. A UNESCO World Heritage site, Bamberg hosts the daunting Imperial Cathedral, a quaint fishing village known affectionately as "Little Venice," elegant mansions and buildings that highlight the Old Town, and opportunities to bike and hike too. The famous smoked Rauchbier and ancient-recipe licorice root and Hornla pastry bring the flavors of Germany to savory fruition. Nuremberg or Kitzingen bookend your time in historic Bamberg, Germany. Contact one of our European river cruise experts today to start planning your trip!

7 Best Main River Cruises to Bamberg for 2023-2024

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Medieval Treasures - Cruise Only

8 Days from $3,299

Discover this medieval region of Germany, France, and Switzerland on a unique 8-day Rhine & Main River cruise aboard the MS Amaprima, including opportunities to taste the locally produced wines and beer, witness the Baroque jewels at the Wurzburg Residenz, stroll through Miltenberg, Heidelberg Bamberg, and Frankfurt, or enjoy a gondola ride.

Jewels of Europe

Amsterdam to Budapest
15 Days from $8,066

On this 15-day European river cruise along the Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers, meander past forested slopes, picturesque vineyards, and enchanting cities. Board Scenic Pearl and visit the wonderful towns of Cologne, the Rhine Gorge, Miltenberg, Würzburg, Vienna, and Budapest.

Medieval Treasures - Cruise Only

8 Days from $3,799

Discover this medieval region of Germany, France, and Switzerland on a unique 8-day Rhine & Main River cruise aboard the MS Amacerto, including opportunities to taste the locally produced wines and beer, witness the Baroque jewels at the Wurzburg Residenz, stroll through Miltenberg, Heidelberg Bamberg, and Frankfurt, or enjoy a gondola ride.

Visit castle ruins in the German countryside

Grand European Tour

Amsterdam to Budapest
15 Days from $4,599

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

Explore the unique architecture of Bamberg

Enchanted Europe

Eastbound
16 Days from $8,954

Embark on Avalon Visionary and sail through Main, Rhine and Danube Rivers visiting Europe’s most beautiful views in Basel, Strasbourg, Frankfurt, Regensburg, Passau and many more before concluding in Budapest.

German Grandeur

Eastbound
9 Days from $4,149

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.

Enjoy a cozy Christmas Market in Frankfurt

Classic Christmas Markets

Nuremberg to Frankfurt
8 Days from $3,599

This unique Christmas market expedition from Nuremberg to Frankfurt is a journey that will make you believe in holiday magic all over again. The River Queen will tour you around on this amazing 8-day classic holiday cruise.

7 Top-Rated Main River Cruises to Bamberg for 2023-2024

Trip Name	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Medieval Treasures - Cruise Only	$3299	8	Apr 25, 2023	Discover this medieval region of Germany, France, and Switzerland on a unique 8-day Rhine & Main River cruise aboard the MS Amaprima, including … 0
Jewels of Europe	$8066	15	Aug 2, 2023	On this 15-day European river cruise along the Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers, meander past forested slopes, picturesque vineyards, and enchanting … 0
Medieval Treasures - Cruise Only	$3799	8	Jun 6, 2023	Discover this medieval region of Germany, France, and Switzerland on a unique 8-day Rhine & Main River cruise aboard the MS Amacerto, including … 0
Grand European Tour	$4599	15	Mar 27, 2023	Join this 15-day Grand European Tour from Budapest to Amsterdam. Explore the beauty, nature, and architecture of Netherlands, Germany, Austria, and … 0
Enchanted Europe	$8954	16	Sep 4, 2023	Embark on Avalon Visionary and sail through Main, Rhine and Danube Rivers visiting Europe’s most beautiful views in Basel, Strasbourg, Frankfurt, … 0
German Grandeur	$4149	9	May 24, 2023	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 … 0
Classic Christmas Markets	$3599	8	Dec 8, 2023	This unique Christmas market expedition from Nuremberg to Frankfurt is a journey that will make you believe in holiday magic all over again. The … 0

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European River Cruise - Christmas Markets in Germany!

Europe is full of treasures, and one of the best times to see them is over the Christmas holiday, when the traditional Christmas Markets adorn the squares of many towns throughout central Europe. Hand-crafted souvenirs, delicious sweets, and local delights characterize these age-old markets.

Our Favorite Cruise Itineraries Visiting Bamberg, Germany

Nuremburg to Amsterdam - Sail through the heart of the Rhine River, to the Main River as you visit Bamburg finishing in legendary Amsterdam. Optionally, add on a visit to Prague to the beginning of your cruise.

Budapest to Strasbourg - Set sail on the Danube River in Budapest, Hungary visiting Vienna and Melk Austria, followed by Bamburg on the Main River finishing in Strasbourg on the Rhine River.

Prague to Paris - Start off with a tour of historical Prague before traveling overland to the Main-Danube Canal at Nuremburg and Bamburg, sailing onward to the Rhine River, then on to the Moselle River where you'll visit the charming town of Cochem before heading on to Paris.

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