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Explore remote villages on one of the below 10 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 Wine Tasting, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Biking, and Urban Exploration and cost from $2,014 for experiences of 7 to 24 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
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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 $6,450
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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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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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Local Market Visits, 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 $5,396
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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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Wine Tasting, Village Visits, Biking, Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration
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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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Stroll through charming Strasbourg
from $8,790
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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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Hiking, Small Ship Sailing
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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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Place Kleber in Strasbourg
from $5,087
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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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Explore the unique architecture of Bamberg
from $5,949
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European Jewels

Budapest - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard River Duchess
  • Experience Frankfurt’s
  • Explore Nuremberg
  • Enjoy Rudesheim
  • Discover Vienna
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Budapest / Amsterdam
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Sail the Danube on a 15-day river cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam aboard the River Duchess. Explore historic cities, stunning landscapes, and cultural treasures with expert-guided tours, wine tastings, and local experiences.
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Budapest, the capital city of Hungary
from $14,099
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Ultimate European Journey

Amsterdam - Bucharest - 24 Day Itinerary aboard River Duchess
  • Visit to the Bamberg city on foot
  • Tour the Nazi Party Rally Grounds
  • Visit the beautiful Golubac castle
  • Visit to Dynasty Palace in Belgrade
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Amsterdam / Bucharest
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Wildlife Viewing
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Embark on a 24-day cruise from Amsterdam to Bucharest aboard the River Duchess. Sail through eight nations, visit five capital cities, and explore UNESCO sites like Cologne Cathedral and the Rhine Valley.
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