Germany Urban Exploration Cruises

Embark on a 15-day Magnificent Rivers of Europe river cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam aboard the Avalon Expression. You explore vibrant capitals like Vienna and Bratislava, sail the scenic Wachau Valley and dramatic Rhine Gorge, and visit historic German towns like Passau and Cologne before arriving in Holland’s lively capital.

After spending two nights in both Zurich and Lucerne, Switzerland, board the MS Amaprima on an exclusive 7-day Rhine River cruise through the historic old towns and big cities of Germany, the historic borderlands of Strasbourg, France, and finally to Amsterdam in the Netherlands.

Aboard Avalon Panorama, a 10-day Rhine cruise from Amsterdam to Lucerne with 2 nights in Lucerne, you travel through Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland. You explore Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Koblenz, Rhine Gorge, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, the Black Forest, Basel, and Lucerne with Active & Discovery excursions.

Embark on an 8-day Christmastime on the Blue Danube Discovery cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg aboard the Avalon Panorama. Experience the holiday magic of Europe as you visit festive Christmas markets in Vienna, Passau, Regensburg, and Nuremberg, while exploring historic landmarks like Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey.

Set off on an 11-day cruise on the Emerald Sun through the Netherlands, France, and Germany, exploring charming cities, traditional cheese-making, and scenic vineyards. Enjoy regional delights, relax in Baden-Baden, and finish your journey with stays in Zurich and Lucerne.

Sail the 8-day Romantic Rhine River Cruise (Northbound) aboard Avalon Envision from Switzerland to Holland, visiting France and Germany along the way, with guided tours of historic cities, scenic sailing, and cultural highlights.

Sail from Nuremberg to Budapest on an 8-day Danube River cruise aboard Avalon Tranquility II, visiting Regensburg, Passau, Linz, Melk, and Vienna. Explore medieval landmarks, imperial palaces, scenic valleys, and vibrant cultural treasures along the way.

Join an 8-day Christmastime on the Legendary Danube cruise on the Avalon Panorama, sailing from Nuremberg to Budapest to visit historic Christmas markets in Germany, Austria, and Hungary. You explore Regensburg, Passau, Melk, and Vienna, enjoying holiday treats, medieval architecture, and winter landscapes along the river.

Unravel the beauty of some of Europe’s timeless treasures on an 8-day cruise aboard Avalon Tranquility II. From Budapest’s gilded landmarks and Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to the Benedictine Monastery in Weltenburg and the medieval architecture of Nuremberg.

Fall in love with the Danube on this 14-day Danube River cruise aboard the MS Amasonata. Discover some of the most important cities such as Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Linz, Vienna, and Budapest, and select from a large variety of daily activities and excursions. As you cruise through Eastern Germany, don't miss the excellent Bavarian cuisine!

Experience an exclusive 5-day MS Monet Rhine cruise from Strasbourg to Basel, exploring Alsace’s charming cities, Colmar’s streets, and the Swiss Alps’ Jungfraujoch. Enjoy guided tours, a scenic rack railway ride, authentic fondue lunch, and breathtaking Alpine panoramas on this once-in-a-lifetime cultural and natural adventure.

Join a 10-day cruise on the Emerald Sun, exploring traditional cheese-making in the Netherlands and historic sites in France and Germany, including Dusseldorf and Cologne. Enjoy scenic views of the Rhine Gorge, regional delicacies in the Black Forest, and end with a three-day stay in Amsterdam.