Rhine River cruises are perhaps the most popular of all European river cruises. Some itineraries stay on the Rhine, while others combine the Rhine with additional waterways in Germany, Austria, Hungary or the Netherlands. Whichever trip you choose, a Rhine sailing promises fantastic scenery and intriguing ports.
The Swiss city of Basel is often the southern terminus of Rhine cruises, and it boasts several fine art museums. Amsterdam, at the northern end, is famed for its narrow gabled homes, canals and sites like Anne Frank's house and a Van Gogh museum.
The river winds past Cologne, marked by the soaring twin steeples of its Gothic cathedral, and Rudesheim, where the pedestrian-only Drosselgasse lane is lined with restaurants, shops and wine gardens. The Middle Rhine is thought to be the most beautiful part of the river. Here ships pass Lorelei Rock, where legend says an irresistible siren lured sailors to their deaths.
December sailings of the Rhine, known as Christmas market cruises, are quite popular. In addition to sightseeing, passengers spend time browsing the outdoor markets that sell holiday goods and food.
Some Rhine River cruises may be packaged together with hotel stays for one deeply discounted rate. With the services of an experienced tour director and local sightseeing included, these trips are hassle-free as all the day-to-day details are handled for you.
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River cruises are rated according to the quality of the vessel and its accommodations, the number of included amenities and activities both on and off the ship, the class of hotels used for land portions of itineraries, and the level of service delivered. The Rhine river cruises below are categorized according to the industry rating scale (budget, first class and deluxe). Click any Rhine cruise name for the itinerary, dates and prices.
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Tours are classified according to the quality of amenities and accommodations.
Budget = Rhine River cruises typically range from $100 to $200 per person, per day, plus airfare. First Class = Rhine River cruises typically range from $150 to $350 per person, per day, plus airfare. Deluxe = Rhine River cruises typically range from $250 to $650 per person, per day, plus airfare.
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The prices shown are U.S. dollars per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability. Prices quoted for land/cruise arrangements are subject to increase without notice. Once we have received your deposit, land/cruise prices are guaranteed. Air prices quoted via phone or email are subject to increase and are guaranteed only from the time that full payment is received. Also, air prices or air promotions mentioned on this site or on the phone do not include baggage fees imposed by airlines. Sorry, we are unable to offer air from countries other than the U.S. However, for those international customers who are able to arrange their own transportation to the trip origination city, we are able to offer the land/cruise portion of the package at the price quoted.
