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Discover Cologne in May 2026 on one of these 30 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of during May 2026 as you enjoy Biking, Wine Tasting, Hiking, Village Visits, and Local Market Visits. Prices for trips in May 2026 range from $2,314 to $25,990 for a vacation of 7 to 24 days. Choose any of the below 30 itineraries in May 2026 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Cologne trip planners.
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Old city of Koblenz by night
from $8,790
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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn
  • Explore Alkmaar's historic charm
  • Sail Rhine’s scenic landscapes
  • Stroll Dusseldorf's vibrant streets
  • Discover Cologne's Gothic cathedral
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Amsterdam / Zurich
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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.
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Ehrenfels Castle on Rhine River near Rudesheim
from $4,449
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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia
  • Explore Heidelberg's castle views
  • Savor Rudesheim's famed Riesling
  • Stroll Strasbourg's streets
  • Discover Breisach's scenic past
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amalucia, exploring cities where rich history meets modern progress. Journey along the scenic Rhine, passing 40 castles, timeless traditions, and inspiring towns like Heidelberg, where Mark Twain wrote A Tramp Abroad.
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Grossmunster Cathedral, Zurich
from $6,409
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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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Explore Basel
from $5,699
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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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Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits
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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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Trier
from $5,259
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Rhine & Moselle Delights - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto
  • Explore Basel’s historic charm
  • Discover Riquewihr’s medieval charm
  • Tour Strasbourg’s vibrant canals
  • Visit Rudesheim’s scenic vineyards
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Hiking
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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.
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Visit beautiful and historic Strasbourg
from $7,229
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena
  • Discover Amsterdam’s charming canal
  • Explore Cologne’s historic treasure
  • Cruise Rhine Gorge’s castles
  • Visit Rudesheim’s scenic vineyards
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Sail aboard the MS Amaserena on a 13-day cruise through Europe, featuring Amsterdam’s canals, Germany’s Rhine Gorge castles, France’s Alsace charm, and Italy’s glamorous Lake Como. Explore five countries and iconic landmarks.
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Rathaus in Vienna
from $7,499
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Magnificent Europe - Cruise Only

15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella
  • Marvel Passau cathedrals
  • Wander Durnstein streets
  • Discover Vienna architecture grand
  • Explore Bratislava history
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Embark on a 15-day cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam aboard the MS Amastella, sailing the Danube, Main, and the Rhine through five captivating countries. Explore UNESCO treasures, savor Rieslings, enjoy European cuisine, and adventure through scenic landscapes.
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Cochem town on the Mosel River, Germany
from $6,029
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The Rhine & Moselle (Northbound)

Basel - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Imagery II
  • Explore Black Forest village
  • Visit Strasbourg's Gothic cathedral
  • Discover Heidelberg Castle ruins
  • Taste wine in Bernkastel
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Biking, Wine Tasting, Land & Sea Exploration
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Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard the Avalon Imagery II. Explore the Rhine and Moselle Rivers, starting in Basel. Discover charming cities in Germany, France, and Amsterdam, exploring Breisach, Strasbourg, and the Rhine Gorge while enjoying wine tastings in Bernkastel and a canal cruise in Amsterdam.
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Old city of Koblenz by night
from $11,190
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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Pearl
  • Admire Cologne's cathedral
  • Cruise Europe’s beautiful rivers
  • Discover history of Heidelberg
  • Enjoy Amsterdam’s canals
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Amsterdam / Basel
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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.
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Spring flowers in Mannheim
from $11,190
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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Jasper
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Discover the history of Heidelberg
  • Enjoy Europe’s Rhine river
  • Stroll through Cologne
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Amsterdam / Basel
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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.
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Historic old town Strasbourg
from $11,190
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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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Romantic evening light over Basel
from $8,790
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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn
  • Explore Zurich's vibrant charm
  • Discover Freiburg's Black Forest
  • Wander Strasbourg's medieval street
  • Taste Koblenz’s Riesling wines
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Cooking Classes
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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.
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Rudesheim
from $4,349
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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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Cologne's famous cathedral at sunset from the Rhine.
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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Urban Exploration
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Variable
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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Explore Cologne
from $12,590
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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Admire Rhine Gorge castles
  • Tour Rudesheim’s music museum
  • Wander Miltenberg’s medieval street
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Amsterdam / Budapest
Activities
Local Market Visits
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Variable
Experience a 15-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest on the Emerald Sun, visiting cities like Cologne, Vienna, and Bratislava. Enjoy guided tours, local encounters, and stunning sights along the Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers, ending in Budapest.
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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $3,399
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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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Schloss Neuschwanstein overlooks the green countryside
from $6,409
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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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Rhine Gorge
from $5,399
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Rhine & Moselle Fairytales - Cruise Only

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena
  • Cruise to Cologne
  • Bike along the Rhine
  • Explore the Bundesbank Bunker
  • Visit Rüdesheim
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Enjoy a 12-day voyage on the Rhine River! Pages from fairytales come to life as you find inspiration along the fabled castle-laden Rhine and its breathtaking tributary, the Moselle
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