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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!
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10 Best Main River Cruises to Bamberg for 2025-2026

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7 Top-Rated Main River Cruises to Bamberg for 2025-2026

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Magnificent Europe $8,449 17 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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German Grandeur $5,063 9 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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Christmas & New Year $16,990 15 Take a 15-day cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest on the Scenic Jasper, immersing yourself in Europe’s holiday traditions with festive markets and guided tours. Celebrate Christmas on board and welcome the New Year in an iconic city, blending cultural exploration and seasonal joy.
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Grand European Tour: Budapest to Amsterdam $4,499 15 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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European Jewels $6,999 15 Sail the Danube on a 15-day river cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam aboard the River Duchess. Explore historic cities, stunning landscapes, and cultural treasures with expert-guided tours, wine tastings, and local experiences.
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Ultimate European Journey $11,999 24 Embark on a 24-day cruise from Amsterdam to Bucharest aboard the River Duchess. Sail through eight nations, visit five capital cities, and explore UNESCO sites like Cologne Cathedral and the Rhine Valley.
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Classic Christmas Markets $4,699 8 Indulge in the holiday spirit on this 8-day Classic Christmas Markets river cruise from Nuremberg to Frankfurt aboard the River Duchess. Shop for unique gifts and uncover the legends behind beloved traditions as you explore festive markets, medieval towns, and rich local culture on a luxurious holiday-season voyage.
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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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