Top Cologne Trips & Tours in April 2026

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Enchanting Rhine

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Enjoy panoramic views of Zürich
• Walk along Lucerne's famous streets
• Visit the iconic Heidelberg Castle
• Admire Amsterdam's beauty

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After spending two nights in both Zurich and Lucerne, Switzerland, board the MS Amaprima on an exclusive 7-day Rhine River cruise through the historic old towns and big cities of Germany, the historic borderlands of Strasbourg, France, and finally to Amsterdam in the Netherlands.

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from $8,690

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Tulips & the Rhine

Amsterdam to Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna

• Visit Keukenhof Tulip Gardens
• Tour Strasbourg Neustadt District
• Explore Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
• Bike Around Breisach

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Amsterdam / Zurich

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Biking, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing

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Set sail on the Rhine River on an 8-day Emerald Luna cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich. Explore tulip gardens, medieval towns, and cultural landmarks across the Netherlands, Germany, and Switzerland. Enjoy guided tours, excursions, and scenic cruising for a complete experience of the Rhine’s historic and picturesque waterways.

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from $3,999

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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette

• Discover Alsatian wine villages
• Visit Marksburg Castle in Koblenz
• Savor Rieslings at Castle Vollrads
• Explore Cologne's historic center

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Basel / Amsterdam

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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.

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from $5,499

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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Victoria

• Tour the capital of Alsatian wines
• Enjoy a visit the Romanesque cathed
• Visit the Marksburg Castle
• Walk through Strasbourg

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Amsterdam / Basel

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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.

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from $4,999

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Castles along the Rhine

Basel to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S Elisabeth

• Explore Breisach wine region
• Discover Speyer Cathedral views
• Taste wines at Vollrads
• Tour Cologne’s Old Town

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Small Ship Sailing

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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.

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from $11,590

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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky

• Discover Amsterdam’s canals
• Explore Cologne’s Old Town
• Admire castles along Rhine Gorge
• Stroll Miltenberg’s medieval street

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Amsterdam / Budapest

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Join this 15-day Splendors of Europe cruise on the Emerald Sky from Amsterdam to Budapest. Cruise through the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. Experience stunning landscapes, medieval towns, and hikes to hilltop fortresses. Explore four capital cities, each providing a distinctive perspective on the region's rich history.

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from $12,940

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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny

• Explore Amsterdam’s canals
• Admire Rhine Gorge’s castles
• Wander Miltenberg’s cobbled lanes
• Visit Wurzburg’s Baroque palace

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Amsterdam / Budapest

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Embark on the 15-day Splendours of Europe cruise aboard the Emerald Destiny, traveling from Amsterdam to Budapest. Discover the wonders of the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary while indulging in a glass-top canal boat excursion in Amsterdam. Throughout the visit to four capital cities, immerse in rich history of the region.

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from $9,990

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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Ruby

• Discover history of Heidelberg
• Admire Cologne's cathedral
• Wander Amsterdam’s canals
• Cruise Europe’s beautiful rivers

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Amsterdam / Basel

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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.

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from $9,990

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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Jewel

• Stroll through Cologne
• Enjoy Europe’s Rhine river
• Explore Amsterdam’s canals
• Discover history of Heidelberg

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Amsterdam / Basel

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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.

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from $9,990

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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber

• Explore Amsterdam’s historic canals
• Stroll Cologne’s Old Town
• Discover Koblenz’s grand rivers
• Marvel at castles along Rhine Gorge

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Experience an 8-day Rhine River cruise on the Scenic Amber, exploring medieval towns, historic sites, and local traditions like wine tastings. Enjoy cycling, a scenic cruise through the Rhine Gorge, and exclusive concert access at Rastatt Palace.

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from $2,999

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Rhine Getaway

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Explore the village of Kinderdijk
• View the sites of Rüdesheim
• Discover the Speyer Cathedral
• Visit resplendent churches

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Amsterdam / Basel

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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.

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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaviola

• Visit Heidelberg’s historic sites
• Experience Dusseldorf’s culture
• Explore Cologne’s Old Town
• Enjoy Dutch specialties

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Embark on an 8-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the MS Amaviola, where vibrant cities and charming towns reveal rich histories. Sail along the Rhine's UNESCO World Heritage stretch, featuring stunning castles and delightful villages.

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from $2,314

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Holland and the Romantic Rhine Valley

Amsterdam-Strasbourg - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Gérard Schmitter

• Tour Amsterdam
• Walk Cologne’s old town
• Hike Rüdesheim vineyards
• Cruise scenic Romantic Rhine

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Amsterdam / Strasbourg

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On this 7-day cruise of Holland and the romantic Rhine Valley aboard MS Gérard Schmitter, tour Amsterdam’s historic center or bike the city. Cruise the Romantic Rhine, explore vineyards, and enjoy guided or active excursions.

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Remarkable Rhine & Historic Holland

Amsterdam to Basel - 11 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette

• Walk Cologne’s Old Town
• Discover Strasbourg’s history
• Hike in Oberwesel
• Visit historic Nijmegen

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Wine Tasting

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Cruise the Rhine River from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the S.S. Antoinette on an 11-day European cruise. Visit Harlingen, Nijmegen, Cologne, Oberwesel, Mainz, Speyer, Strasbourg, and Basel. Discover historic towns, Romanesque churches, medieval castles, and local culture through walking tours, tastings, and guided excursions.

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from $6,209

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Enchanting Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaviola

• Explore Cologne’s Old Town
• Experience Dusseldorf, a city rich
• Enjoy Dutch specialties
• Visit Heidelberg’s historic sites

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Embark on a 12-day cruise with stays in Zurich and Lucerne aboard the MS Amaviola, where vibrant cities and charming towns reveal rich histories. Sail along the Rhine's UNESCO World Heritage stretch, featuring stunning castles and delightful villages.

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from $3,949

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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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from $7,059

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Captivating Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaviola

• Join a guided bike tour
• Visit Speyer
• Enjoy Parc de l’Orangerie
• Explore the Black Forest

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From Amsterdam’s colorful canals to the majestic Swiss Alps, enjoy a 14-day exploration of the Rhine Valley, starting with two days in Amsterdam followed by 7 nights aboard the MS Amaviola, and concluding with four nights in Switzerland between Lucerne and Zurich. Sample the local brews of beer and coffee with chances to hike and bike as well!

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from $8,309

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Rhine & Moselle Fairytales

18 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena

• Cruise to Cologne
• Join a guided bike ride
• Explore the Bundesbank Bunker
• Cruise through the Rhine Gorge

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Land & Sea Exploration

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Experience an 18-day river cruise of the Rhine and Moselle aboard the luxurious Amaserena. Explore Strasbourg, Riquewihr, Cochem, Bernkastel, canals, glistening lakes, hilltop towns, the majestic Alps, mighty fortresses and storied castles. Did we mention exquisite French wines and traditional German beer?

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