Germany Urban Exploration Cruises

Embark on a captivating 8-day Enchanting Danube Cruise from Budapest to Passau aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Visit Bratislava to explore historic squares or hike to the castle. Discover the scenic Wachau Valley with wine tastings, saffron talks, or bike rides between Dürnstein and Melk. Savor local flavors and learn history at every stop.

Sail the Danube on an 8-day cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest aboard Avalon Impression. Discover Passau, Vienna and Bratislava while exploring castles, hiking or cycling scenic landscapes, and enjoying guided cultural tours and breathtaking river views.

Embark on a 15-day Rhine & Rhône Revealed cruise from Arles to Amsterdam aboard the Avalon View, exploring France and Germany's stunning landscapes from Provence to the Black Forest. Visit medieval castles, sample exquisite regional wines, and cruise legendary waterways like the spectacular Rhine Gorge on this unforgettable European river cruise.

Embark on a captivating 11-day Christmas & New Year's river cruise from Passau to Budapest aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Explore historic Grein, Melk Abbey’s baroque treasures, and the storybook village of Dürnstein. Savor wine tastings, festive Christmas markets, and evening concerts featuring Mozart and Strauss.

Sail aboard the Avalon View on a 15-day Rhine and Rhône river cruise from Amsterdam to Arles, exploring historic European waterways and scenic vineyards. Discover iconic destinations like Cologne, Strasbourg, and Avignon while enjoying daily guided walking tours, culinary excursions, and breathtaking castle views.

Starting in the tiny country of Luxembourg, this 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amaprima takes you through Germany, France, and Switzerland along the scenic Rhine River. The towns of Strasbourg, Cochem, Riquewihr, and Basel delight with their baroque style and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Make sure to enjoy the locally produced wines and beers too!

MS Amaprima hosts this exciting 8-day cruise along the Rhine and Moselle. Explore splendid Cologne with its magnificent dome and admire the picturesque Rhine castles on your way to bustling Frankfurt and medieval Heidelberg. Continue to fascinating Koblenz and cruise the beautiful Moselle River Valley to charming Cochem and lovely Bernkastel.

Experience the Danube Symphony westbound on a 6-day Avalon Expression river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen. Explore Vienna, Bratislava, Krems, Wachau Valley, Ybbs, and Linz with guided sightseeing, biking, wine tasting, pastries, castles, and cultural landmarks along the way.

Embark on a 19-day Portraits of Eastern Europe Cruise from Prague to Bucharest aboard S.S. Beatrice. Begin in Budapest and journey through Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania. Discover historical landmarks, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant local cultures as you explore captivating cities like Belgrade, Vukovar, and Bucharest.

Embark on a 12-day cruise from Stockholm to Copenhagen on Scenic Eclipse II, exploring vibrant cities like Tallinn, Helsinki, and Riga. Enjoy cultural experiences, picturesque villages, and scenic coastlines, with a mix of relaxation and engaging excursions.

Discover fairytale castles, historic vineyards and the stunning remnant of a world frozen over with glaciers, Italy’s Lake Como, as part of this all-encompassing Rhine River cruise and land fantasy. Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history.

Enjoy two days in Amsterdam, then embark on the MS Amalucia for an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, Switzerland, exploring the fascinating towns of Cologne, Rudesheim, Strasbourg, and Breisach along the Rhine River.