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Rudesheim is an undoubted highlight of our classic Rhine River cruises. You can also enjoy Rudesheim Christmas Market while you are there. Quaint and picturesque, the town of Rudesheim has earned a reputation as one of the best producers of Riesling wine, and justly so. In the heart of Germany's wine valley, verdant hills host terraced vineyards. Afterward, enjoy a romantic gondola excursion and visit Niederwalddenkmal Statue & Ehrenfels Castle. This is a great stop for active travelers who want to hike or bike as well! The nearby Rock of Lorelei is a highlight of most cruises that also visit the cities of Cologne, Koblenz, Heidelberg, or other traditional medieval towns reminiscent of this country's ancient past. Some cruises combine the Main or Moselle Rivers  Contact our experts today to start planning your trip!
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The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei $1,119 5 Experience the Rhine Valley on this 5-day round-trip river cruise from Strasbourg, France aboard the MS Monet. As you visit the towns of Koblenz, Mainz, Rudesheim, and Manheim, you'll visit iconic sites like Heidelberg, Stolzenfels Castle, and the quaint villages & savory wineries that characterize the Rhine Valley.
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The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei $1,119 5 Explore Northern Europe in a new and fascinating way by cruising along the romantic Rhine Valley on a 5-day voyage aboard the MS La Boheme. Making stops in Koblenz, Rudesheim and Speyer. Along the way, tour the canals of Strasbourg, the mechanical music cabinet museum in Rüdesheim, and the Drosselgasse's numerous cafés and bars.
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The Rhine and Moselle Rivers $1,430 5 Sail across Strasbourg, Mainz, Rudesheim, Boppard, Koblenz, Alken and Cochem on this spectacular 5-day cruise aboard the MS Monet. Discover all the beauty and authentic European charm of this region.
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The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei $1,119 5 Cruise the Romantic Rhine on a 5-day voyage between Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim, and Mannheim aboard Ms Beethoven. Sail past castles, vineyards, and the Lorelei rock. Explore historic towns, visit Heidelberg, taste regional wines, and walk old city streets along one of Europe’s most scenic river routes.
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The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei $1,119 5 Join the MS Mona Lisa on a spectacular 5-day voyage. Making stops in Koblenz, Rudesheim, and Mannheim. Along the way, tour the canals of Strasbourg, the mechanical music cabinet museum in Rudesheim and the Drosselgasse's numerous cafés and bars.
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Magnificent Europe $7,761 15 Experience the culture of Central Europe on this 15-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest aboard the Avalon Impression. Discover Holland's lively capital, sail the dramatic Rhine Gorge, and visit historic German towns like Cologne and Nuremberg. Explore Vienna's imperial landmarks and conclude your journey in vibrant Budapest.
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Christmas on the Romantic Rhine $1,188 4 Cruise the romantic Rhine Valley this Christmas and discover the famous Christmas market of Strasbourg, one of the biggest in Europe, aboard the MS Leonard Da Vinci.
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Rhine River: Castles, Culture and Culinary Delights $7,740 8 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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Christmas on the Romantic Rhine $1,188 4 Cruise the Romantic Rhine this Christmas on a 4-day journey aboard MS Monet. Discover Strasbourg’s festive market, visit Rüdesheim and Mainz, and celebrate Christmas Eve with optional Midnight Mass in Boppard.
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New Year On The Rhine: The Romantic Rhine And Its Castles $1,305 4 Celebrate the New Year on a 4-day Rhine River cruise aboard MS Mona Lisa from Strasbourg to Heidelberg, Speyer, Rüdesheim, and St. Goar. Enjoy a festive New Year’s Eve dinner, guided tours, museum visits, and scenic cruising through the Romantic Rhine Valley.
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Favorite Ports to Visit on a River Cruise to Rudesheim

Strasbourg, France - River cruises visiting Rudesheim frequently start or finish in Strasbourg, a charming French city with a strong cultural influence from Germany.

Koblenz, Germany -  is an ancient city at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle Rivers in the picturesque Rhine Gorge surrounded by vineyards.

Basel, Switzerland - The longest cruises start or finish in Basel on route to Amsterdam. Don't miss Basel's 12th-century Gothic cathedral.

Amsterdam, Netherlands - with its elaborate canal system, narrow houses with gabled facades, and bicycles seemingly everywhere, Amsterdam is a classic European city to explore.
 
Popular Destinations in Rudesheim, Germany
Some of the most popular destinations frequently visited on a trip to Rudesheim, Germany are:
  • Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet
  • Drosselgasse Street
  • Niederwald Monument & Cable Car 
  • Eibingen Abbey
  • Asbach Besucher Center (brandy distillery)
  • Brömserburg wine-making museum
  • The Klunkhardshof House
  • Burg Ehrenfels Fortress

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