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Europe's Rivers & Castles - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Luxembourg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto

• Explore Wurzburg’s Baroque splendor
• Discover Bamberg’s architecture
• Stroll Wertheim’s charming streets
• Visit Rudesheim’s vineyard gondola

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Nuremberg / Luxembourg

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Set sail on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amacerto, exploring Europe’s charm from the scenic Main River to the Upper Middle Rhine Valley's castles and Moselle's vineyards. Visit picturesque villages like Bernkastel, Cochem, and Rothenburg, admire the Wurzburg Residenz fresco, and savor German wines and smoked beer.

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from $2,781

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Christmastime in Alsace and Germany

5 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama

• Experience the Black Forest
• Explore Christmas market in Europe
• Visit Fascinating Heidelberg Castle
• Tour Strasbourg Cathedral

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Frankfurt / Basel

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Enjoy this magical time of year with a Christmastime Rhine River cruise vacation starting in Frankfurt, cruising through the heart of Germany, and ending in Basel aboard the Avalon Panorama. Visit Breisach, Strasbourg, Speyer, and Heidelberg.

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from $4,999

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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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from $9,390

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Legendary Rhine & Moselle

Frankfurt Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun

• Hike to Niederwalddenkmal
• Visit Schloss Johannisberg Winery
• Discover Trier Roman Sites
• Tour Cochem Imperial Castle

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Frankfurt / Frankfurt

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Hiking, Biking, Small Ship Sailing

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Explore Germany’s scenic Rhine and Moselle Rivers on an 8-day cruise from Frankfurt to Mainz aboard Emerald Sun. Discover medieval towns like Bernkastell and Cochem, admire hilltop castles, visit vineyards, and enjoy guided tours of Trier, Koblenz, and Mainz. Experience cultural treasures, history, and breathtaking landscapes at every stop.

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from $4,599

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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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Village Visits, Local 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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from $10,725

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Classic Cruise – Germany & Luxembourg

Koblenz - Remich - 7 Day Itinerary aboard La Nouvelle Etoile

• Visit Winningen for Mosel wines
• Tour Cochem castle views
• Taste Zell wines at Dr Weiss’s cell
• Discover Trier’s Roman heritage

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Join a 7-day cruise on the La Nouvelle Etoile along the Moselle River from Koblenz to Remich, featuring wine tastings and cultural tours. Explore historic landmarks like Burg Eltz and Trier, culminating in a final dinner in Luxembourg’s capital.

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from $3,699

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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette

• Discover Alsatian wine villages
• Visit Marksburg Castle in Koblenz
• Savor Rieslings at Castle Vollrads
• Explore Cologne's historic center

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Embark on an 8-day Rhine River cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Discover the charm of medieval towns like Breisach and Braubach, explore the cobbled streets of Strasbourg, and visit the majestic Marksburg Castle. Delight in guided walking tours, bike rides along the Rhine, and panoramic views from cable cars.

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from $11,190

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Rhine Christmas Markets

Amsterdam to Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber

• Visit Cologne Cathedral landmark
• Explore historic Heidelberg Castle
• Attend Bruchsal Palace concert
• Tour Strasbourg holiday markets

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Amsterdam / Zurich

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Spa Relaxation

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Embark on an 8-day Rhine Christmas Markets cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich aboard Scenic Amber. Explore festive Düsseldorf, historic Cologne, and vineyard-framed Rüdesheim. Visit Heidelberg and attend an exclusive concert at Bruchsal Palace. Wander Strasbourg’s markets, discover Alsace charm in Colmar, or explore Freiburg near the Black Forest before disembarking in Basel.

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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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from $5,629

Save $1500

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The Rhine & Moselle (Northbound)

Basel - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Imagery II

• Explore Black Forest village
• Visit Strasbourg's Gothic cathedral
• Discover Heidelberg Castle ruins
• Taste wine in Bernkastel

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard the Avalon Imagery II. Explore the Rhine and Moselle Rivers, starting in Basel. Discover charming cities in Germany, France, and Amsterdam, exploring Breisach, Strasbourg, and the Rhine Gorge while enjoying wine tastings in Bernkastel and a canal cruise in Amsterdam.

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from $7,990

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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn

• Explore Alkmaar's historic charm
• Sail Rhine’s scenic landscapes
• Stroll Dusseldorf's vibrant streets
• Discover Cologne's Gothic cathedral

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Amsterdam / Zurich

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich aboard the Emerald Dawn. Discover Alkmaar’s cheese traditions, Cologne’s Gothic cathedral, the Rhine Gorge’s castles, and the Black Forest’s culinary delights.

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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 Gérard Schmitter

• Explore the Stolzenfels Castle
• Visit the Bassenheimer Hof cellar
• Enjoy the views of Rüdesheim

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Get to know the scenic Rhine River on this 5-day river cruise aboard the MS Gerard Schmitter. From Strasbourg, France to Rudesheim, Germany and back, you'll see the Rock of Lorelei, visit vineyards and traditional cafes cellar, and see museums & neighborhoods like those of Heidelberg, Mainz, Koblenz, and Speyer.

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from $5,259

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Rhine & Moselle Delights - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto

• Explore Basel’s historic charm
• Discover Riquewihr’s medieval charm
• Tour Strasbourg’s vibrant canals
• Visit Rudesheim’s scenic vineyards

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Embark on an 11-day cruise along the Rhine and Moselle, exploring Switzerland, Germany, France, and the Netherlands. Discover charming villages, UNESCO treasures, and enjoy hikes, bike rides, and scenic gondola views.

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from $2,619

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Christmastime in Alsace & Germany (Northbound)

Basel to Frankfurt - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama

• Explore Breisach Christmas Market
• Discover Freiburg medieval streets
• Stroll Strasbourg La Petite
• Tour Heidelberg Castle ruins

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Basel / Frankfurt

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Wine Tasting, Christmas Market Visits

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Experience a 5-day Christmas Markets cruise from Basel to Frankfurt aboard Avalon Panorama. Explore Breisach and the magical Black Forest, stroll through Strasbourg’s La Petite France and winter markets, and visit Heidelberg Castle with the Great Vat. Enjoy festive foods, mulled wine, and charming towns, combining guided excursions with free time.

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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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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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from $1,119

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The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Monet

• Take a tour of Old Strasbourg
• Enjoy the romance of the Rhine
• Sail through French & German towns

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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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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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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Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration

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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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from $2,799

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Christmas on the Rhine

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Discover Basel
• Explore Breisach
• Experience Strasbourg, France
• Explore Rüdesheim, Germany

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Festival Visits

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Embark on an 8-day Christmas on the Rhine Cruise with Viking Cruises from Amsterdam to Basel. Experience festive charm in picturesque villages, savor holiday treats at vibrant stalls and revel in the Rhine Valley's joyful atmosphere, including Cologne's sparkling lights.

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