Best Cologne Rhine River Cruises for 2025-2026

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10 Best Rhine River Cruises to Cologne for 2025-2026

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10 Best Luxury Rhine River Cruises to Cologne for 2025-2026

Trip Name	From	Days	Summary
Rhine & Moselle Delights - Cruise Only	$5,259	11	Begin this exclusive 11-day cruise in Basel and conclude in charming Amsterdam. This voyage includes a large variety of activities so that you can choose how you want to explore the wondrous delights of the Rhine and Moselle River regions. 0
Rhine & Moselle Delights - Cruise Only	$5,259	11	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. 0
Rhine Christmas Markets	$10,790	8	Experience a festive 8-day Rhine River cruise from Zurich to Amsterdam on the Scenic Jasper. Discover historic Christmas markets charming towns, and enjoy special traditions like glühwein and festive shopping. 0
Jewels of the Rhine	$7,990	8	Join an 8-day cruise from Zurich to Amsterdam on the Emerald Sun, featuring a welcome dinner in Basel, guided tours, and a private concert at Bruchsal Palace. Experience the Rhine Gorge, visit Koblenz and Cologne, and enjoy a canal cruise or cycling tour in Amsterdam. 0
Castles along the Rhine	$3,699	8	Embark on an 8-day Rhine River cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Discover the charm of medieval towns like Breisach and Braubach, explore the cobbled streets of Strasbourg, and visit the majestic Marksburg Castle. Delight in guided walking tours, bike rides along the Rhine, and panoramic views from cable cars. 0
Rhine & Moselle Fairytales - Cruise Only	$5,499	12	Board the MS Amaprima for an 11-night cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich. Enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours and in many cases, choose between excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, hikes, and wine & beer tastings. Visit historic medieval towns of Germany, France, and the Netherlands, highlighted by castles & other landmarks. 0
Christmas Markets on the Rhine	$7,259	14	Sail the Rhine on a 14-day holiday cruise with stays in Amsterdam, Lucerne, and Zurich aboard the MS Amastella. Stroll Europe’s most enchanting Christmas Markets, from Cologne’s Gothic backdrop to Strasbourg’s festive charm and Gengenbach’s giant Advent calendar. 0
Castles along the Rhine	$4,699	8	During this 8-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Victoria, cruise along the impressive Rhine River —Germany on one side, France on the other. Discover Alsace, whose dual French and German heritage has given it fabulous food and a winemaking tradition that goes back to the Romans. 0
Castles along the Rhine	$4,699	8	During this 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard the S.S. Elisabeth, cruise from Basel to Amsterdam, visiting Breisach, Strasbourg, Speyer, Rüdesheim, Koblenz, and Cologne. Enjoy guided tours, wine tastings, scenic cruising, and cultural experiences across Switzerland, France, and Germany in 8 unforgettable days. 0
Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only	$4,049	8	Enjoy a 7-night cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amaprima. As you sail the Rhine River, visit classic Christmas markets, bike along Rüdesheim, boat down canals, and visit historic castles that highlight this region of central Europe, including stops in Cologne, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Breisach. 0

Top 10 Deals on Rhine River Cruises for 2025-2026

Trip Name	From	Days	Summary
Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only	$3,979	8	Sail from Amsterdam to Basel on an 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard the MS Amastella, passing vineyard-clad hills and fairytale castles. Explore charming towns, savor local flavors, and experience the beauty of Alsace, the Black Forest, and beyond. 0
Jewels of the Rhine & Amsterdam	$8,900	10	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. 0
Rhine Highlights	$9,390	8	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. 0
Rhine Highlights	$11,190	8	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. 0
Rhine Highlights	$9,390	8	Experience an enriching 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel on the Scenic Jewel, 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. 0
Rhine Highlights	$8,790	8	Experience an enriching 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel on the Scenic Opal, 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. 0
Rhine Highlights	$9,990	8	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. 0
Jewels of the Rhine	$7,990	8	Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich aboard the Emerald Dawn. Discover Alkmaar’s cheese traditions, Cologne’s Gothic cathedral, the Rhine Gorge’s castles, and the Black Forest’s culinary delights. 0
Jewels of the Rhine	$7,990	8	Join an 8-day cruise from Zurich to Amsterdam on the Emerald Sun, featuring a welcome dinner in Basel, guided tours, and a private concert at Bruchsal Palace. Experience the Rhine Gorge, visit Koblenz and Cologne, and enjoy a canal cruise or cycling tour in Amsterdam. 0
Jewels of the Rhine	$7,990	8	Join an 8-day Rhine cruise from Zurich to Amsterdam on the Emerald Dawn, exploring Basel, Freiburg, Strasbourg, and historic cities like Heidelberg and Cologne. Finish your journey in Alkmaar, which is famous for its traditional cheese-making. 0

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Cologne, Germany Highlights

From history to architecture, the storybook German city of Cologne seems to come straight out of a fairytale. Whether embarking here or simply passing through, this city is full of delights, including:

The twin-spired Gothic cathedral, immediately recognizable as one of Germany's foremost masterpieces of the Gothic period.
The Fragrance Museum, where you will see how cologne is made and how this city earned a reputation as one of the world's most aromatic destinations.

After getting to know this historic city, your cruise will continue on to other destinations along the Rhine River, from Germany's medieval cities to charming towns in the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, and perhaps even France.