Germany Cruises in 2026

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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam to Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny

• Discover Heidelberg Castle gardens
• Cruise the Rhine Gorge
• Taste flavors of Alsace
• Visit Cologne Cathedral

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Amsterdam / Zurich

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Sail from Amsterdam to Zurich on an 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard Emerald Destiny. Visit iconic destinations including Alkmaar, Cologne, Strasbourg, and Heidelberg. Join guided walking tours, enjoy scenic bike rides, and experience local flavors across Germany, France, and Switzerland.

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from $8,790

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny

• Amsterdam Canal Boat Ride
• Cologne Cathedral Market Visit
• Strasbourg Grande Ile Tour
• Ravenna Viaduct Christmas Market

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Zurich / Amsterdam

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Christmas Market Visits, Local Market Visits

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Sail from Zurich to Amsterdam on an 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard Emerald Destiny. Visit traditional Christmas markets in Cologne, Heidelberg, and Strasbourg. Discover historic landmarks, learn local holiday customs, and stroll through medieval towns lit up for the season. Enjoy guided tours, festive treats, and seasonal activities throughout.

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from $8,690

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Tulips & the Rhine

Amsterdam to Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna

• Visit Keukenhof Tulip Gardens
• Tour Strasbourg Neustadt District
• Explore Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
• Bike Around Breisach

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Amsterdam / Zurich

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Biking, Urban Exploration, Hiking, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing

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Set sail on the Rhine River on an 8-day Emerald Luna cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich. Explore tulip gardens, medieval towns, and cultural landmarks across the Netherlands, Germany, and Switzerland. Enjoy guided tours, excursions, and scenic cruising for a complete experience of the Rhine’s historic and picturesque waterways.

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from $12,190

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Splendours of Europe

Budapest - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn

• Explore Budapest’s grand landmarks
• Discover Bratislava’s Old Town
• Tour Vienna’s imperial highlights
• Visit Melk Abbey’s ancient library

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Budapest / Amsterdam

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Embark on a 14-day river cruise on the Emerald Dawn, starting in Budapest and exploring cities like Vienna, Wurzburg, and Cologne along the Danube, Rhine, and Main rivers. Experience guided tours and unique cultural highlights, culminating in Amsterdam's vibrant atmosphere.

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from $11,590

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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun

• Explore Amsterdam’s canals
• Admire Rhine Gorge castles
• Tour Rudesheim’s music museum
• Wander Miltenberg’s medieval street

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Amsterdam / Budapest

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Experience a 15-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest on the Emerald Sun, visiting cities like Cologne, Vienna, and Bratislava. Enjoy guided tours, local encounters, and stunning sights along the Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers, ending in Budapest.

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from $7,990

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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun

• Explore Freiburg’s historic center
• Discover Strasbourg’s Old Town
• Tour Heidelberg’s castle ruins
• Wander Koblenz’s Old Town

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Zurich / Amsterdam

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Join an 8-day cruise from Zurich to Amsterdam on the Emerald Sun, featuring a welcome dinner in Basel, guided tours, and a private concert at Bruchsal Palace. Experience the Rhine Gorge, visit Koblenz and Cologne, and enjoy a canal cruise or cycling tour in Amsterdam.

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from $1,369

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The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Lafayette

• Visit the romantic town of Koblenz
• Admire the local culinary delights
• Sail pass Worms and Mannheim

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Discover all the unexplored treasures of Northern Europe on this 5-day river cruise aboard MS Lafayette, sailing across the romantic Rhine Valley. Admire the stunning Rock of Lorelei, visit Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim, and Mannheim.

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from $1,119

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The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Mona Lisa

• Explore the old Strasbourg at night
• Visit the famous Drosselgasse
• Enjoy a tasting of local wines

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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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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from $958

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Alsace: Land of Tradition and Gastronomy

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Beethoven

• Discover the region of Alsace
• Explore the city of Munster
• Visit the village of Eguisheim

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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This five-day voyage onboard MS Beethoven takes you to some of the region's most notable landmarks, including Colmar's half-timbered houses, the Gothic church, and the region's renowned food and wine.

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from $958

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Alsace: Land of Tradition and Gastronomy

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Mona Lisa

• Discover the region of Alsace
• Explore the city of Munster
• Visit the village of Eguisheim

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Explore Alsace on this 5-day voyage aboard MS Mona Lisa and visit must-see places including the Gothic cathedral, Colmar's half-timbered houses, and enjoy the region's remarkable food and wine.

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from $5,834

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Melodies of the Danube

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata

• Tour Buda Castle in Budapest
• Experience wine and music in Vienna
• Take a guided bike tour in Passau
• Spend 4 days exploring Prague

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Join the MS Amasonata on a fascinating 13-day cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen. Conclude your Danube River adventure with a 3-night stay in Prague.

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Active & Discovery on the Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne

Amsterdam to Lucerne - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama

• See Dusseldorf’s architecture
• Cruise the scenic Rhine Gorge
• Explore Strasbourg grand cathedral
• Tour medieval village of Burkheim

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Amsterdam / Lucerne

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Kayaking, Small Ship Sailing

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Sail on a 10-day Rhine river cruise from Amsterdam to Lucerne on board Avalon Panorama. Explore Dusseldorf's avant-garde architecture and Old Town, and visit Koblenz and its stunning Rhine Gorge. Visit the grand cathedral and charming districts of Strasbourg, and enjoy a bike tour of the magical Black Forest in Breisach.

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from $3,849

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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaviola

• Cruise Amsterdam’s scenic canals
• Discover Cologne’s Gothic beauty
• Explore Dusseldorf’s vibrant charm
• Sail the Rhine Gorge’s epic views

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Embark on an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amaviola, where picturesque vineyards and historic castles await. Discover charming towns like Strasbourg and Colmar, from Rudesheimer coffee to German beer, while enjoying local flavors.

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from $4,049

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Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena

• Explore Basel’s medieval charm
• Discover Lucerne’s landmarks
• Stroll Strasbourg’s streets
• Taste Rudesheim’s coffee

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Wine Tasting, Archaeological Site Visits

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Experience an 8-day Rhine River cruise on the MS Amaserena, visiting festive cities like Basel, Strasbourg, and Cologne. Enjoy Christmas markets, cultural highlights, and beautiful winter scenery, concluding your journey in historic Amsterdam.

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from $3,949

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Blue Danube Discovery - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata

• Enjoy Bratislava's unique charm
• Admire the beautiful Wachau Valley
• Hike up to Veste Oberhaus Fortress
• Discover medieval Regensburg

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On this unforgettable 8-day cruise, embark in Budapest, Hungary, and make your way to the charming city of Nuremberg on the MS Amasonata. Visit some of the most important sites of the region (including Gothic & Baroque cathedrals, the Oberhaus Fortress, and others) and bike through the spectacular scenery of the Danube Valley.

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from $4,249

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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea

• Visit the Great Market Hall
• Explore Vörösmarty Square
• Join a guided bike ride
• Join a walking tour of Passau

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Travel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and historic towns bedecked with twinkling Christmas trees and lined with wooden huts gleaming with handcrafted treasures. Enjoy an 8-day cruise of Iconic Christmas Markets aboard MS Amalea!

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from $4,349

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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Budapest - Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaverde

• Discover Budapest’s festive charm
• Hike Budapest’s scenic Castle Hill
• Visit Vienna’s festive Town Hall
• Explore Nuremberg’s Christmas glow

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Budapest / Nuremberg

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring festive Christmas Markets in stunning cities and charming towns. Enjoy the season's sights, sounds, and tastes, from handcrafted treasures to delightful holiday treats.

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia

• Stroll Heidelberg's festive markets
• Tour Cologne's historic Old Town
• Explore Amsterdam's scenic canals
• Sail the Rhine and visit Rudesheim

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Sail the Rhine on an 8-day holiday cruise, exploring Europe’s most festive Christmas Markets from Amsterdam to Basel aboard the MS Amalucia. Sip gluhwein in Cologne, wander Strasbourg’s famed market, and witness Gengenbach’s giant Advent calendar.

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