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Take a trip back in time on one of these 10 Mainz archaeology tours in 2025. Explore ruins, excavations, and archaeology digs near hot spots such as on a guided private or small group tour with an exceptional multi-lingual guide aided by historians and archaeologists. These 10 archaeology trips also afford plenty of opportunities to enjoy Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration, Biking, and Local Market VisitsTell one of our Mainz travel experts about your ideal archaeology trip they will help you start planning a seamless adventure.
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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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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $3,951
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Romantic Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision
  • Cruise Amsterdam’s canals
  • Bike ride in Cologne
  • Sail the Rhine Gorge
  • Taste Rüdesheim coffee
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Experience an 8-day Romantic Rhine cruise aboard Avalon Envision, sailing through Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland. Explore Amsterdam, Cologne, Rüdesheim, Mainz, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Breisach, with castles, cathedrals, and the Black Forest along the way.
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Explore the old district of Frankfurt
from $2,245
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Cruise through the Heart of Europe from the Rhine to the Danube

Strasbourg to Vienna - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MS Beethoven
  • Enjoy Frankfurt’s skyline views
  • Discover Würzburg’s baroque beauty
  • Taste Nuremberg’s famous Lebkuchen
  • Explore Romantic Road gems
  • Discover Vienna’s imperial palaces
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Strasbourg / Vienna
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Small Ship Sailing
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This 10-day voyage aboard the MS Beethoven brings you Europe’s cultural gems, from Frankfurt’s modern skyline to medieval towns like Rothenburg and Würzburg. Explore Regensburg’s 2,000-year-old history, savor Nuremberg’s famous Lebkuchen, and conclude in imperial Vienna with optional palace visits and a classical concert.
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Explore quaint towns along the Rhine
from $10,990
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Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards

Zurich - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore Colmar’s medieval lanes
  • Admire Strasbourg’s quaint canals
  • Tour Mainz’s grand cathedral
  • Wander Bernkastel’s old town
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Experience an 11-day river cruise on the Emerald Sun, exploring scenic vineyards, historic castles, and charming villages along the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Starting in Basel, Switzerland, visit major cities like Strasbourg, Koblenz, Utrecht, and Amsterdam, as well as the UNESCO-listed Kinderdijk windmills.
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Bridge in Amsterdam, Netherlands
from $4,499
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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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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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Ehrenfels Castle on Rhine River near Rudesheim
from $2,362
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5 Different Rivers: The Rhine, Neckar, Main, Moselle, and Saar (Port-to-port cruise)

Strasbourg to Luxembourg - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci
  • Enjoy Heidelberg Castle guided tour
  • Rudesheim vineyard wine tasting
  • Enjoy Rhine Valley scenic sailing
  • Explore Saarburg’s old town
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Strasbourg / Remich
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Set sail on a 9-day Rhine and Moselle river cruise from Strasbourg to Luxembourg aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci. Discover Heidelberg Castle, Mainz Cathedral, and Trier’s Roman ruins. Explore Frankfurt, Rüdesheim’s vineyards, Cochem Castle, and Luxembourg’s historic city center. Enjoy wine tastings, guided tours, and unique cultural landmarks.
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Wooden bridge over river in Lucerne
from $9,280
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Swiss Splendors by Train with Romantic Rhine Cruise

Lake Geneva to Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Vista
  • Ride trains through Zermatt
  • Stroll Strasbourg’s Petite France
  • Cruise Rhine Gorge Castles
  • Glide Amsterdam’s Iconic Canals
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Lucerne / Amsterdam
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Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration, Biking, Wine Tasting, Village Visits, Land & Sea Exploration
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Experience a 15-day journey from Geneva to Amsterdam aboard Avalon Vista. Travel by train through Zermatt, Interlaken, and Lucerne before boarding your ship in Basel. Cruise along the Rhine, exploring the Black Forest, Strasbourg, Heidelberg, Mainz, Koblenz, Cologne, and Amsterdam. Experience mountain views, historic towns, and canal-lined streets.
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Bridge in Lucerne Switzerland
from $8,829
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Spectacular Switzerland with Romantic Rhine

Zurich to Amsterdam - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Vista
  • Excursion to Jungfrau Mountain
  • Visit Geneva’s Reformation Park
  • Sail through the Rhine Gorge
  • Cruise through Amsterdam’s canals
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Hiking
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Travel from Zurich to Amsterdam on a 16-day journey combining Swiss guided tours with a river cruise aboard Avalon Vista. Explore Switzerland with visits to Geneva, Lucerne, & Grindelwald before embarking in Basel. Sail through the Black Forest, Strasbourg, Heidelberg, & the scenic Rhine Gorge, then explore Cologne before concluding in Amsterdam.
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Saint Emilion views
from $14,290
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Vineyards, Chateaux & Bordeaux

Basel to Bordeaux - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Artistry II
  • Sail the Rhine Gorge
  • Discover Strasbourg & Heidelberg
  • Explore Paris
  • Explore Bordeaux vineyards & wines
  • See Amsterdam golden age canals
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Basel / Bordeaux
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Local Market Visits
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Experience a 22-day voyage aboard Avalon Artistry II, cruising Europe’s legendary rivers through Switzerland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Bordeaux. From the Rhine Gorge’s castles to Paris’s cultural treasures and Bordeaux’s famed vineyards, immerse yourself in guided tours, wine tastings, and châteaux visits.
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Cruise through the canals of Amsterdam
from $4,330
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The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & Castles

Amsterdam to Remich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Imagery II
  • Explore the Rhine River
  • Walk Bernkastel’s medieval streets
  • Taste renowned German wines
  • Tour Luxembourg City landmarks
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Amsterdam / Paris
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Sail the Rhine & Moselle for 8 days aboard Avalon Imagery II, visiting Amsterdam, Cologne, Rüdesheim, Cochem, Bernkastel, and Luxembourg. Take canal cruises, tour castles, hike vineyards, taste wines, and see Rhine Gorge while exploring Europe’s historic towns and wine regions.
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