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Explore remote villages on one of the below 14 unique Frankfurt cultural experiences for 2026 or 2027. Visit the local village, meet the people, experience local cuisine with a local English speaking guide on your own private tour or small group guided tour. Discover unique local cultures on trips that include activities like Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, and Biking and cost from $2,587 for experiences of 7 to 15 days. Tell us about your ideal Frankfurt cultural trip and our Frankfurt experts will help you plan every detail of your next trip.

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River through Koblenz Germany
from $2,587
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The Valley of the romantic Rhine, the Moselle and the Main

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Gérard Schmitter
  • Cruise Iffezheim & Gambsheim locks
  • Enjoy Strasbourg at night
  • Visit the unique Reichsburg Castle
  • Join an exclusive wine tasting
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Explore the enchanting cities of Strasbourg, Frankfurt, Cochem, Koblenz, Rudesheim and Mannheim on this 7-day river cruise aboard the MS Gérard Schmitter. As you travel the Rhine, Moselle, and Main rivers, you'll have the chance to tour ancient towns, bike through verdant valleys, savor the local wines, and explore castles.
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Traditional colorful houses in La Petite France, Strasbourg, Alsace, France.
from $6,200
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Rhine River: Castles, Culture and Culinary Delights

Basel - Cologne - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Connect
  • Tour Strasbourg’s Old Town
  • Wine tasting in Alsace
  • See Gutenberg’s Bible
  • Walk Black Forest trails
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Basel / Cologne
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Sail from Basel to Cologne aboard Connect on this 8-day European river cruise, journey through Switzerland, Germany, and France, discovering medieval towns, scenic vineyards, and cultural landmarks.
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View castle ruins near Rudesheim
from $4,445
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Legendary Rhine & Moselle

Roundtrip Frankfurt - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
  • Explore Rudesheim historic winery
  • Walk Bernkastel marketplace
  • Discover Trier old Roman city baths
  • Tour Cochem and taste Moselle wine
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Frankfurt / Frankfurt
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Wine Tasting, Hiking, Biking
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Join an 8-day cruise on the Moselle River aboard the Emerald Destiny, visiting historic sites and renowned Riesling wineries. Explore Trier, Cochem's Imperial Castle, and Koblenz, while enjoying medieval castles and German beer gardens along the way.
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Historic Nuremberg
from $5,299
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Classic Christmas Markets

Nuremberg to Frankfurt - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S Elisabeth
  • Start cruise in Nuremberg
  • Explore Rothenburg's market
  • Taste Frankfurt’s Christmas treats
  • Enjoy guided walking tours
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Nuremberg / Frankfurt
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During this 8-Day main river cruise aboard S.S Elisabeth, Celebrate the holidays on a festive Christmas Market from Nuremberg to Frankfurt. Discover traditional markets, sample local holiday treats, and experience celebrations on a luxurious holiday-season voyage.
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Visit old town Frankfurt
from $6,749
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Classic Christmas Markets

Nuremberg to Frankfurt - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Emilie
  • Explore Nuremberg Christmas Market
  • Stroll Rothenburg old town
  • Tour Würzburg Residenz Palace
  • Experience Frankfurt’s Altstadt cha
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Nuremberg / Frankfurt
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Christmas Market Visits
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During this 8-day main river cruise aboard S.S. Emilie, experience the best of Germany’s Classic Christmas markets on traditions on this magical river cruise from Nuremberg to Frankfurt. Discover sample local holiday treats, and experience celebrations on a luxurious holiday-season voyage.
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Romantic evening light over Basel
from $6,123
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Reflections on the Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Imagery II
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Discover Nijmegen’s Roman ruins
  • Taste Rüdesheim wines
  • Visit Strasbourg’s La Petite France
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Experience Europe’s Rhine River from Amsterdam to Basel for 10 days on Avalon Imagery II. Explore Amsterdam’s canals, Nijmegen’s Roman ruins, Cologne Cathedral, Rhine Gorge castles, Rüdesheim vineyards, Heidelberg Castle, Strasbourg’s La Petite France, and the Black Forest with guided tours, tastings, and scenic walks.
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market in Cologne
from $17,490
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Christmas & New Year

Budapest - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal
  • Witness Vienna’s imperial charm
  • Discover Cesky Krumlov’s streets
  • Visit Nuremberg’s Imperial Castle
  • Admire Wurzburg’s vineyards
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Budapest / Amsterdam
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Set sail on a 15-day Scenic Opal cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam, celebrating the holidays with visits to festive markets and historic cities. Experience Christmas in Vienna and ring in the New Year in Wurzburg, soaking in Europe’s rich culture and seasonal charm.
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Historic Nuremberg
from $3,699
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Rhine & Main Explorer

Nuremberg - Basel - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Viking
  • Explore Nuremberg Imperial Castle
  • Visit Marktheidenfeld market square
  • See Breisach St Stephen’s Cathedral
  • Visit Baden-Baden hot springs
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Nuremberg / Basel
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Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
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Embark on an 11-day Viking River Cruise through southern Germany, visiting Basel's cultural sites, and exploring historic towns in Baden-Wurttemberg and Bavaria. Experience local customs, cuisine, and picturesque castles while delving into the region's rich history.
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Stroll through charming Strasbourg
from $9,190
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The Majestic Rhine

Zurich to Frankfurt - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Cruise Strasbourg by canal
  • Visit Heidelberg Castle ruins
  • Ride Koblenz cable car
  • See Rudesheim music museum
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Zurich / Frankfurt
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Cruise through Germany and France on this 8-day Rhine River cruise from Zurich to Frankfurt aboard Emerald Sun. Walk cobblestone lanes in Colmar, explore Strasbourg by canal, visit Heidelberg Castle, and tour the fortress city of Koblenz. Enjoy bike rides, guided hikes, and regional cultural experiences along the way.
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Visit charming villages in France
from $6,095
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Charming Castles & Vineyards of the Rhine & Moselle

Frankfurt - Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Ruby
  • Discover Koblenz Burg Eltz
  • Visit Limburg half-timbered houses
  • Hike Bernkastel Landshut Castle
  • Explore Cochem Reichsburg Castle
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Frankfurt / Zurich
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Experience an 8-day river cruise on the Moselle and Rhine valleys aboard the Scenic Ruby, starting in Koblenz and visiting historic sites like Cochem and Burg Eltz. Enjoy daily excursions, including cycling and nature walks, and attend a private concert in Trier's Liebfrauenkirche.
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Explore the old district of Frankfurt
from $4,845
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The Majestic Rhine

Zurich - Frankfurt - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
  • Visit Colmar cobblestone lanes
  • Walk Strasbourg grand cathedral
  • Experience Baden-Baden opulent bath
  • Wander Koblenz Ehrenbreitstein
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Zurich / Frankfurt
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Experience an 8-day river cruise on the Upper Rhine aboard the Emerald Destiny, visiting charming wine towns and the historic Black Forest. Enjoy excursions to Alsace's Strasbourg, Baden-Baden's spas, German breweries, and a private concert at Bruchsal Palace, all while savoring local music onboard.
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Place Kleber in Strasbourg
from $5,387
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German Grandeur

Eastbound - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tranquility II
  • Explore magical Black Forest
  • Discover Mechanical Music Museum
  • Enjoy the visit in wine producer
  • Explore Bamberg
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Basel / Nuremberg
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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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