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Cruise Europe's great rivers on a luxury river cruise: Civilization in Europe was built on the banks of the Rhine, Danube, Moselle, Main, and Elbe Rivers, and for thousands of years they have been the cradle of Western culture, art, architecture, and music, and the historic towns and modern cities of Germany that you'll experience on a luxury river cruise highlight all of it. Start planning your Germany adventure today - contact us!
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10 Best Luxury River Cruises of Germany for 2025-2026

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Explore Basel

Castles along the Rhine

8 Days from $4,699
During this 8-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Victoria, cruise along the impressive Rhine River —Germany on one side, France on the other. Discover Alsace, whose dual French and German heritage has given it fabulous food and a winemaking tradition that goes back to the Romans.
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Stop in beautiful Basel, Switzerland

Castles along the Rhine

8 Days from $3,699
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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Ehrenfels Castle on Rhine River near Rudesheim

Rhine & Moselle Fairytales - Cruise Only

12 Days from $5,379
Board the MS Amaprima for an 11-night cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich. Enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours and in many cases, choose between excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, hikes, and wine & beer tastings. Visit historic medieval towns of Germany, France, and the Netherlands, highlighted by castles & other landmarks.
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Trier

Rhine & Moselle Delights - Cruise Only

11 Days from $5,139
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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Old city of Koblenz by night

Jewels of the Rhine

8 Days from $7,990
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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Romantic evening light over Basel

Jewels of the Rhine

8 Days from $7,990
Embark on an 8-day river cruise aboard the Emerald Dawn, starting in Basel and exploring Europe’s cultural gems. Highlights include Strasbourg, Heidelberg, Cologne, and Alkmaar, each offering rich history and charm.
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Discover charming Heidelberg

Jewels of the Rhine

8 Days from $7,390
Discover the Rhine region's architecture, history, and natural beauty on this delightful cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, Switzerland. Explore the Black Forest region, wander through Strasbourg, visit Cologne, and much more on this 8-day cruise aboard Emerald Sky.
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Ehrenfels Castle on Rhine River near Rudesheim

Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Days from $3,149
Embark on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amalucia, exploring cities where rich history meets modern progress. Journey along the scenic Rhine, passing 40 castles, timeless traditions, and inspiring towns like Heidelberg, where Mark Twain wrote A Tramp Abroad.
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Rathaus in Vienna

Magnificent Europe - Cruise Only

15 Days from $7,479
Embark on a 15-day cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam aboard the MS Amastella, sailing the Danube, Main, and the Rhine through five captivating countries. Explore UNESCO treasures, savor Rieslings, enjoy European cuisine, and adventure through scenic landscapes.
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Trier

Rhine & Moselle Delights - Cruise Only

11 Days from $4,939
Begin this exclusive 11-day cruise in Basel and conclude in charming Amsterdam. This voyage includes a large variety of activities so that you can choose how you want to explore the wondrous delights of the Rhine and Moselle River regions.
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Top 10 Riverboats Cruising through Germany for 2025-2026

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MS Amamora

AmaMora offers a host of added comforts and conveniences, including a massage and hair salon, gift shop and specialty coffee station. You are sure to relax and enjoy the ever-changing scenery aboard the MS Amamora.
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Viking River Cruises

from $2,199
Viking ships showcase innovative engineering, streamlined Scandinavian design, and understated elegance. Thoughtfully engineered to get you closer to your destination, they provide unprecedented levels of comfort, including spacious staterooms with full-size verandas, the largest suites, and al fresco dining.
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Scenic Crystal

from $9,090
Measuring 443 feet in length and carrying just 163 passengers, the luxury vessel, Scenic Crystal marries space and intimacy with a sense of exclusivity not regularly found on Europe’s waters. Couple this with a 1:3 crew to passenger ratio and guests can expect attentive service from the minute they step aboard these illustrious river cruise liners.
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MS Amalea

from $3,449
The AmaLea debuts in 2018 and features the most advanced design of any river cruise vessel currently in operation. With a guest capacity of up to 158 passengers, guests can enjoy the luxury of space while passing by centuries-old castles, charming villages, and breathtaking scenery.
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MS AmaBella

MS Amabella

from $3,539
The MS Amabella offers the ultimate in custom-designed luxury. This 162-passenger vessel features a combination of amenities and design details never before seen on the great waterways of Europe.
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MS Amamagna

from $3,749
The MS Amamagna represents a new concept specifically designed to elevate luxury river cruising. Debuting in May 2019, MS Amamagna will embark on a truly memorable Danube River journey, sailing some of the most popular itineraries in Europe.
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River Cruise Vessel

MS Amalucia

from $2,949
Sister ship to the award-winning AmaLea and AmaKristina, the elegant 156-passenger AmaLucia will be a warm, inviting ship offering plenty of space for guests to unwind when she debuts in 2021.
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MS Amastella

from $3,449
With occupancy for up to 158 passengers, the MS Amastella is one of Europe's newest and most innovative riverboats, featuring a variety of staterooms to choose from (including many with Twin or French Balconies), a lounge, multiple outdoor areas and panoramic sun decks, and even a heated pool with a swim-up bar.
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MS Douce France on the Rhine River

MS Douce France

The MS Douce France is a 4 anchors class river ship designed to provide a unique river experience to 160 passengers, lodged in 55 fully equipped cabins.
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MS Monet on the blue Danube River

MS Monet

Discover the unexplored gems of the Rhine and Moselle rivers aboard the MS Monet, a 154-passenger ship, refurbished in 2007. Experience some of the best French and European cuisine, relax on the comfortable lounge, stroll in the souvenir shop, and finish your days enjoying the outstanding panoramic views of Europe on the spacious sundeck.
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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market

Cruising Europe Christmas Markets

Explore the enchanting Christmas Markets throughout Germany, Austria and Hungary on your Europe river cruise. Drink hot mulled wine as you meander through these traditional street markets. This is sure to be a charming, festive way to spend the holiday.
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Christmas Market at night.

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From Asia to Europe to Latin America, each country celebrates their holidays in a unique way with distinct traditions. Guatemala, Ecuador, Japan, Germany, and other Adventure Life destinations will show you how a wonderful mix of cultures celebrates Christmas, Hanukkah, and the New Year.
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When to Visit Europe: Seasons & Temperatures

Europe is a wonderful year-round destination depending on where you want to explore. The summer is the most popular season across the continent, but the fall and spring shoulder months can offer some great deals and less tourist traffic. Read more about each region of Europe and when to go.
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Immerse yourself in the romance of Italy

When to Visit Europe: Seasons & Temperatures

Europe is a wonderful year-round destination depending on where you want to explore. The summer is the most popular season across the continent, but the fall and spring shoulder months can offer some great deals and less tourist traffic. Read more about each region of Europe and when to go.
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Cologne's famous cathedral at sunset from the Rhine.

Best Time to Visit Germany

The best time to visit Germany is during the spring and early fall, but only during certain months. May, September, and October are the best months to visit by far. Every spring, festivals of all shapes and sizes take place around the country leading up to Oktoberfest in the fall, and during the month of May is when Germany begins to warm up.
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Neuschwanstein castle in Germany.

Best Germany Cruise River Ports

Adventures on Germany cruises take you to river ports that have enchanted visitors for centuries with gorgeous and historically important towns like Berlin, Dresden, and Hamburg. Explore cities like Lutherstadt Wittenberg where Martin Luther nailed his theses to the door of the church, discover Treir- the oldest town in the country, and try the fine wines of both Breisach and the village of Bernkastel.
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