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Top Cologne Trips & Tours in September 2025

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Discover Cologne in September 2025 on one of these 17 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of Amsterdam, Cologne, Strasbourg, Basel, and Rudesheim during September 2025 as you enjoy cruises, river cruises, biking, wine tasting, and luxury. Prices for trips in September 2025 range from $2,199 to $24,990 for a vacation of 8 to 16 days. Choose any of the below 17 itineraries in September 2025 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Cologne trip planners.
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Stop in beautiful Basel, Switzerland
$4,099
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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette
  • Explore Strasbourg's cobbled street
  • Wander Speyer’s Old Town
  • Visit medieval Marksburg Castle
  • Explore Cologne's historic center
Starts / Ends:
Basel / Amsterdam
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
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Embark on an 8-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Explore the enchanting beauty of the Rhine, with Germany on one side and France on the other. Discover Alsace’s rich culinary and winemaking heritage, marvel at historic castles like Rheinstein, and visit charming …
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La Petite district in Strasbourg
$2,199
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Rhine Getaway

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Cruises
  • Explore the village of Kinderdijk
  • View the sites of Rüdesheim
  • Discover the Speyer Cathedral
  • Visit resplendent churches
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Basel
Activities:
River Cruises, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
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Board your ship in Amsterdam for a fantastic 8-day adventure, where you will explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. …
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Discover charming Heidelberg
$7,390
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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam-Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky
  • Discover the charming Koblenz
  • Visit a Black Forest village
  • Discover the beauty of Strasbourg
  • Tour Heidelberg Castle
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Basel
Activities:
River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises
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Join an enchanting cruise along the beautiful and storied Rhine river. Begin your journey in Amsterdam, and stop at UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral. Explore the town of Koblenz and visit the twin-towered façade of the Church of Our Lady and the German Corner. A wine tasting …
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Ehrenfels Castle on Rhine River near Rudesheim
$2,599
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The Enchanting Rhine - From Basel to Amsterdam

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia
  • Join a panoramic tour of Strasbourg
  • Hike up the Philosopher's Path
  • Bike along the Rhine
  • Tour the canals of Amsterdam
Starts / Ends:
Basel / Amsterdam
Activities:
River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises
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This 8-day journey reveals the hidden treasures and magnificent gems of the Rhine, one of Europe´s most fascinating rivers. Explore splendid cities and charming villages nestled between Basel and Amsterdam, home to timeless traditions that still remain intact. Enjoy daily excursions with a …
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Cruise the rivers of Germany
$6,790
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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Visit a Black Forest village
  • Visit Heidelberg Castle
  • Take a walk to Heidelberg
  • Ride a cable car in Koblenz
Starts / Ends:
Zurich / Amsterdam
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Board the ship in Basel, Switzerland. First to explore in the list is the Black Forest, known for its cuckoo clocks and the live oompah bands. Here, visit a Black Forest village or hike passing under an idyllic canopy of evergreens. In Strasbourg, be amazed by the ornate beauty of Maison Kammerzell …
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Explore Basel
$4,699
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Castles along the Rhine

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
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Basel
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
This 8-day voyage aboard the River Empress is an ideal holiday for castle lovers. Sail along the Rhine river and marvel at castles that were once mighty fortresses and get an insider’s look at one of the only castles on the Rhine that has never been destroyed, Marksburg Castle. Visit historic …
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Historic Zurich with River Limmat, Switzerland
$5,659
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The Enchanting Rhine

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella
  • Join a city tour of Zurich
  • Bike along Strasbourg
  • Admire Amsterdam's beauty
  • Visit the iconic Lion Monument
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
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Discover the wonders of the Rhine River on this magnificent 8-day cruise. Start with a city tour of picturesque Zürich, followed by two nights in this magical city, then enjoy a scenic drive to Vitznau on Lake Lucerne for a second two-night stay. Board the MS Amastella and visit Strasbourg in …
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Visit beautiful and historic Strasbourg
$4,939
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena
  • Explore Amsterdam
  • Visit Cologne Cathedral
  • Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
  • Admire views of the Lake Como
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Basel
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
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Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history. Then it’s off to Germany, where you’ll discover not only the grand city of Cologne but charming villages like the winemaking hamlet of Rüdesheim and the university town of …
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Koblenz at night
$9,090
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Rhine Highlights

8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal
  • Wander Amsterdam’s canals
  • Cruise Europe’s beautiful rivers
  • Admire Cologne's cathedral
  • Discover historic Heidelberg
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Basel
Activities:
Hiking, River Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover some of the most charming towns of Europe as you cruise along the Rhine. Wander the winding canals of Amsterdam, admire Cologne’s sky-scraping cathedral, explore Heidelberg Castle, relax in the spa resort town of Baden-Baden and visit romantic Strasbourg. Throughout your journey, …
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Cochem town on the Mosel River, Germany
$5,599
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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
Starts / Ends:
Basel / Amsterdam
Activities:
River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard the Avalon Imagery II. Cruise along the Rhine and Moselle Rivers, starting in Basel, Switzerland, and visiting remarkable cities in Germany, France, and Amsterdam. Explore Breisach, the gateway to Germany's enchanting Black Forest, then journey to Strasbourg to …
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Explore Cologne
$11,190
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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam to Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore the Dutch Golden Age
  • Pass the infamous Lorelai Rock
  • Visit Würzburg
  • Discover Vienna’s famous sights
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Budapest
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Splendour of Europe cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest aboard Emerald Sun. Explore Amsterdam's picturesque canals, cafés, and art galleries. Visit the cathedral city of Cologne is one of the oldest cities in Germany and the largest on the Rhine. Admire hilltop castles, …
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Visit charming towns on the Moselle River
$3,399
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Vineyards of the Rhine & Mosel - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima
  • Tour the romantic Amsterdam
  • Visit Cologne's cathedral
  • Visit Rudesheim's vineyards
  • Admire beautiful castles
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Luxembourg
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
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Visit some of Europe's most fascinating cities as you sail the Rhine River from youthful Amsterdam to Germany's fashion center, Düsseldorf. Explore splendid Cologne with its magnificent dome and admire the picturesque Rhine castles on your way to bustling Frankfurt and medieval …
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Explore the inspiring Amsterdam
$3,199
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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena
  • Visit Riquewihr
  • Go to Freiburg
  • Tour Cathédrale de Nôtre Dame
  • Taste Rüdesheimer Coffee
Activities:
Biking, River Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
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Grand cities blend in perfect harmony with their historic past and progressive future in Cologne and Amsterdam. Inspirational towns have given way to great stories, such as Heidelberg, where Mark Twain wrote “A Tramp Abroad.” Timeless traditions still remain intact—from the making …
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Romantic evening light over Basel
$3,499
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena
  • Taste Kölsch beer
  • Visit Cologne Cathedral
  • Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
  • Discover Lake Lucerne
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Basel
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history. Then it’s off to Germany, where you’ll discover not only the grand city of Cologne but charming villages like the winemaking hamlet of Rüdesheim and the university town of …
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View of Strasbourg city
$2,499
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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia
  • Take an Amsterdam canal tour
  • Enjoy optional excursions
  • Hike up the Philosopher's Path
  • Explore Strasbourg
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Enjoy a tour of Amsterdam’s legendary canals, lined with narrow buildings, cafes, and the house where Anne Frank once lived in hiding. Visit Cologne and its majestic Gothic cathedral, then relax on board as you cruise the stunning Rhine River Gorge, lined with ruins of medieval castles and …
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Visit castle ruins in the German countryside
$4,499
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Grand European Tour

Amsterdam to Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Cruises
  • Discove the Dom,Germany’s cathedral
  • Explore Marksburg Castle
  • Visit the Bishops’ Residenz
  • View Germany’s oldest restaurant
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Budapest
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on your ship in Budapest and discover the Rhine Valley vistas from a 900-year-old castle. Sample the food and wine of Austria’s Wachau Valley. Learn the Viennese waltz and linger in Budapest’s Café Gerbeaud. Indulge all your senses on this 15-day journey spanning the best …
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Budapest, the capital city of Hungary
$6,999
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European Jewels

Budapest - Amsterdam - 16 Day Itinerary aboard River Duchess
  • Experience Frankfurt’s
  • Explore Nuremberg
  • Enjoy Rudesheim
  • Discover Vienna
Starts / Ends:
Budapest / Amsterdam
Activities:
Biking, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 16-day cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam aboard the River Duchess through four countries along three iconic rivers, immersing yourself in Europe's majestic art, architecture, music, and history. From the exotic charm of Budapest to Vienna's imperial elegance and the towering …
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