322 cruises found
A Rhine River cruise lets you discover Europe at the river's pace, amid historic cities, vineyards, and picture-postcard scenery: sail through the Romantic Rhine Valley past hilltop castles, cliffs, and Lorelei Rock; stop in Strasbourg, Cologne, or Rüdesheim to stroll among cathedrals, half-timbered houses, lively waterfronts, and wine taverns; then continue along the river past sweeping views, villages, and major cities.
The destination naturally blends heritage, scenic cruising, food, and the gentle rhythm of the river, with an experience that takes on an entirely different character during the grape harvest or Christmas market season.
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Rhine
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Strasbourg
10 other departures
Modigliani
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
11/01/2026
from
US$ 721
Other departures:
23 Nov 2026
18-22 Mar 2027
01-05-09 May 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Strasbourg
10 other departures
Leonard de Vinci
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
11/09/2026
from
US$ 721
Other departures:
20 Nov 2026
22-26 Mar 2027
26 Apr 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Strasbourg
8 other departures
Victor Hugo
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
11/20/2026
from
US$ 721
Other departures:
16 Nov 2026
03-11-19-23 Mar 2027
12-16-24 Nov 2027
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Strasbourg
3 other departures
Monalisa
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
11/09/2026
from
US$ 721
Other departures:
31 Oct 2026
13-17 Nov 2026
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Strasbourg
41 other departures
MS Gerard Schmitter
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
11/16/2026
from
US$ 758
Other departures:
31 Aug 2026
29 Sep 2026
03-08-12-22 Oct 2026
Other departures
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Breisach, Strasbourg
2 other departures
MS France
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
10/27/2026
from
US$ 766
Other departures:
19-23 Oct 2026
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Breisach, Strasbourg
1 other departures
Modigliani
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
10/28/2026
from
US$ 766
Other departures:
24 Oct 2026
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Breisach, Strasbourg
1 other departures
Monalisa
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
10/23/2026
from
US$ 766
Other departures:
27 Oct 2026
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Strasbourg
3 other departures
MS Lafayette
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
11/22/2027
from
US$ 794
Other departures:
04-08 Nov 2026
26 Nov 2027
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Strasbourg
Symphonie
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
03/05/2027
from
US$ 794
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Breisach, Strasbourg
Beethoven
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
10/30/2026
from
US$ 794
Itinerary : Cologne, Rotterdam, Enkhuizen, Amsterdam, Nijmegen, Cologne
1 other departures
MS Rhein Melodie
6 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Cologne
03/27/2027
from
US$ 803
Other departures:
01 May 2027
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Strasbourg
23 other departures
La Boheme
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
10/25/2026
from
US$ 839
Other departures:
27 Sep 2026
11-21 Oct 2026
26-30 Mar 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Cologne, Rotterdam, Enkhuizen, Amsterdam, Nijmegen, Cologne
6 other departures
MS Rhein Symphonie
6 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Cologne
03/31/2027
from
US$ 922
Other departures:
05-10-15-20-25 Apr 2027
28 May 2027
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Breisach, Strasbourg
1 other departures
MS Gerard Schmitter
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
10/30/2026
from
US$ 940
Other departures:
26 Oct 2026
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Strasbourg
4 other departures
Beethoven
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
10/22/2026
from
US$ 1,004
Other departures:
23-27 Mar 2027
21-25 Oct 2027
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Strasbourg
3 other departures
MS France
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
10/15/2026
from
US$ 1,011
Other departures:
06 Oct 2026
28 Mar 2027
09 Oct 2027
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Strasbourg
25 other departures
MS Monet
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
10/25/2026
from
US$ 1,076
Other departures:
05 Sep 2026
05-17 Oct 2026
28 Mar 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Passau, Linz, Vienna, Budapest, Bratislava, Passau
4 other departures
CELINA
8 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Passau
03/22/2027
from
US$ 1,182
Other departures:
05 Apr 2027
14 Jun 2027
02 Aug 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Passau, Bratislava, Budapest, Vienna, Melk, Linz, Passau
CELINA
8 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Passau
12/28/2027
from
US$ 1,359
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Strasbourg
5 other departures
MS Douce France
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
03/30/2027
from
US$ 1,470
Other departures:
16 Mar 2027
03-07-11-15 Apr 2027
Itinerary : Cologne, Nijmegen, Antwerpen, Rotterdam, Amsterdam, Arnhem, Cologne
1 other departures
MS Rhein Symphonie
9 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Cologne
12/26/2027
from
US$ 1,596
Other departures:
26 Dec 2026
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Frankfurt Oder, Cochem, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Strasbourg
8 other departures
La Boheme
7 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
10/17/2027
from
US$ 1,829
Other departures:
15 Oct 2026
08 May 2027
11-29 Jun 2027
Other departures
Itinerary : Cologne, Andernach, Treis-Karden, Bernkastel - Kues, Remich, Trier, Cochem, Koblenz, Cologne
3 other departures
MS NickoSpirit
9 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Cologne
05/20/2027
from
US$ 1,892
Other departures:
27 Jun 2027
08-30 Aug 2027
Itinerary : Strasbourg, Rudesheim, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Strasbourg
MS Gerard Schmitter
5 d
Ocean view Stateroom
Strasbourg
07/01/2027
from
US$ 1,931
Cruising the Romantic Rhine
Lorelei Rock
Cologne Cathedral
Deutsches Eck in Koblenz
Riesling tasting in Rüdesheim
Strasbourg and Petite France
The Kinderdijk windmills
Heidelberg Castle
Speyer Imperial Cathedral
Amsterdam from its canals
Basel and life along the Rhine
The Rhine Christmas markets
Weather & conditions
Mild and sunny. Ideal temperatures for cruising on the outdoor deck.
Expert advice
The perfect season for bike rides, exploring historic cities, and strolling along Dutch canals.
Weather & conditions
Mild and colorful. The hillsides turn shades of yellow and orange.
Expert advice
The best time for wine lovers. Wine festivals bring riverside villages in Alsace and Germany to life.
Weather & conditions
Cold and enchanting. The scent of mulled wine and cinnamon fills illuminated cities.
Expert advice
The Rhine is Europe's number 1 destination for experiencing the magic of Christmas (Strasbourg, Cologne, Rüdesheim).
| Season | Weather & conditions | Expert advice |
|---|---|---|
April–September Mild and sunny. Ideal temperatures for cruising on the outdoor deck. The perfect season for bike rides, exploring historic cities, and strolling along Dutch canals. | ||
October | Mild and colorful. The hillsides turn shades of yellow and orange. | The best time for wine lovers. Wine festivals bring riverside villages in Alsace and Germany to life. |
December | Cold and enchanting. The scent of mulled wine and cinnamon fills illuminated cities. | The Rhine is Europe's number 1 destination for experiencing the magic of Christmas (Strasbourg, Cologne, Rüdesheim). |
In Cologne
The cathedral (Kölner Dom), one of the world's great masterpieces of Gothic art.
In the Upper Rhine Valley
The legendary Lorelei Rock and an unbroken succession of medieval fortresses.
In Strasbourg
Petite France, its half-timbered houses, and timeless lanes.
In Cologne
The cathedral (Kölner Dom), one of the world's great masterpieces of Gothic art.
In the Upper Rhine Valley
The legendary Lorelei Rock and an unbroken succession of medieval fortresses.
In Strasbourg
Petite France, its half-timbered houses, and timeless lanes.
In Amsterdam
The extraordinary cultural treasures of the Rijksmuseum or the Anne Frank House.
In Basel
An exceptional array of contemporary and classical art museums (Kunstmuseum, Fondation Beyeler).
In Amsterdam
The extraordinary cultural treasures of the Rijksmuseum or the Anne Frank House.
In Basel
An exceptional array of contemporary and classical art museums (Kunstmuseum, Fondation Beyeler).
In Alsace
The famous Wine Route (Riesling, Gewurztraminer) and its traditional winstubs.
In Rüdesheim
The lively taverns of the Drosselgasse, perfect for tasting Rheingau wines.
In Cologne
Traditional breweries serving light, refreshing Kölsch beer.
In Alsace
The famous Wine Route (Riesling, Gewurztraminer) and its traditional winstubs.
In Rüdesheim
The lively taverns of the Drosselgasse, perfect for tasting Rheingau wines.
In Cologne
Traditional breweries serving light, refreshing Kölsch beer.
Cruising the Romantic Rhine past castles, vineyards, and Lorelei Rock
Travelers often describe the journey through the Romantic Rhine as the cruise's most memorable moment. From the deck, they enjoy a succession of hilltop castles, wine villages, terraced hillsides, and the passage by Lorelei Rock, which together create the journey's most scenic stretch.
Strolling through the Rhine's historic cities
Cologne, Strasbourg, Koblenz, Heidelberg, and Basel are often praised in reviews for being easy to explore and for their accessible historic attractions. Travelers love stepping off the ship to walk through an old town, admire a cathedral, stroll along a lively waterfront, or see half-timbered houses, all without disrupting the trip's relaxed pace.
Savoring the atmosphere of vineyards, taverns, and Christmas markets
Food and wine breaks often stand out as one of the Rhine's true pleasures, especially around Rüdesheim, Alsace, and the itinerary's major cities. Travelers remember Riesling tastings, lively taverns, and local specialties, as well as the Christmas markets in Strasbourg, Cologne, and Rüdesheim, much loved for their warm riverside atmosphere.
Sharing a flammekueche in a Strasbourg winstub
In Strasbourg, travelers who want to go beyond a simple walk through Petite France often enjoy the atmosphere of winstubs, casual Alsatian establishments with wood-paneled interiors, closely spaced tables, and distinctly regional dishes. Thin and crisp flammekueche is an easy dish to share, topped with bacon, onions, cream, or Munster cheese depending on your taste.
Discovering the Kölsch ritual in a Cologne brauhaus
In Cologne, travelers who want to experience the city beyond its cathedral often mention traditional beer halls. The experience is as much about the ritual as the setting: small glasses of Kölsch, servers who keep bringing more until a coaster is placed on top of the glass, and simple fare such as schnitzel or Rhineland specialties.
Lingering along the Kleinbasel riverfront among riverside bars and Rhine swimmers
In Basel, travelers often notice that the Rhine is not merely picture-postcard scenery but a vibrant part of everyday life. On the Kleinbasel side, residents gather by the water, stop at riverside bars, watch swimmers float downstream with their Wickelfisch bags, and enjoy a very relaxed atmosphere whenever the weather allows.
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