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232 Rhine River trips. Tours from 46 tour companies. 13 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating.

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A Walk to Remember end Amsterdam
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4.6/5 Excellent
66 reviews
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Standard - 3 star
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Balanced schedule

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Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Prague, Rhone Rhine Canal

Highlights

  • Discover the most beautiful area of the Rhine Valley, drawing medieval villages, castles, vineyards, hills, small churches
  • Explore Prague beautiful landscapes en route. Hills. Picturesque villages
  • City tour of Prague, visit to Castle
  • Explore Amsterdam and pass through Dam Square with the Town Hall and Royal Palace, the canals and their marvellous bridges, the river Amstel and the floating houses
  • Visit Volendam, on a short boat trip on the Jsselmeer lake we will go to Marken

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Overland Journeys

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"No travel with then completely desaster First and last Hotel accommodations really cheap, they mix you with 40 people in the same bus"

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Germany, Austria & Switzerland Tour
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5/5 Excellent
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Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Alps, Frankfurt, Heidelberg, Heidelberg Castle, Innsbruck, Lucerne, Munich, Neuschwanstein Castle, Nuremberg, Rudesheim, Salzburg, Zurich

Highlights

  • Visit the Documentation Centre at the sight of the Nazi Party Rally Grounds
  • Visit Mondsee to see the church where they filmed the wedding of Maria and Captain Von Trapp
  • Explore the Salzburg High Fortress or visiting Mozart’s Birthplace
  • Explore the old city center with the Maria Theresien Boulevard, Triumphal Arch and the exquisite Imperial Church

Themes

Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"I would have to say that everything we experienced on our Heart of Europe Grand to include London tour was wonderful. We were always looking forward to the next country visited and enjoyed every minute of our trip. Our tour guide, Minni Hoeve, communicated with us throughout our trip. He is wonderful, kind and knowledgeable tour guide."

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Heart of Europe Grand Tour
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5/5 Excellent
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Premium - 4 star
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Easy
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Full schedule

Visits

Alps, Amsterdam, Antwerp, Burgundy, Dolomites, Florence, Heidelberg, Innsbruck, Lake Garda, London, Lucerne, Munich, Paris, Pisa, Rome, Venice, Verona

Highlights

  • Visit to Heidelberg
  • Visit Romantic city of Venice
  • Explore a glass-blowing workshop where highly skilled artisans craft anything from delicate figurines to grand, multi-colored chandeliers
  • Visit the Swiss Transport Museum, or relax on one of the lovely lakeshore promenades
  • Visit the intriguing Hospices Museum

Themes

Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"I would have to say that everything we experienced on our Heart of Europe Grand to include London tour was wonderful. We were always looking forward to the next country visited and enjoyed every minute of our trip. Our tour guide, Minni Hoeve, communicated with us throughout our trip. He is wonderful, kind and knowledgeable tour guide."

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Switzerland & Germany Reformation Jubilee 14-day Tour
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4.9/5 Excellent
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Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

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Berlin, Berlin Wall, Frankfurt, Grindelwald, Leipzig, Lucerne, Strasbourg, Wittenberg, Zurich

Highlights

  • Visit the Grossmunster Church and its statue of Ulrich Zwingli
  • Visit Erfurt, the spiritual home of Martin Luther.
  • Visit the Market Square with the Händel Monument, the Market Church
  • Enjoy a scenic drive to visit the majestic city of Leipzig.
  • Enjoy a tour of Strasbourg, referred to as the “City of Hope” and “Refuge of the Righteous” by the Anabaptists.
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Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

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"Thank you for making our tour-Nov 23-30, 2023 an amazing experience! Not once, from landing in Cairo until we departed from Amman did we feel unsafe. We couldn’t have asked for better guides or drivers, they took care of everything, from our border crossings to checking us in at Amman airport. We loved being a part of the different cultures, seeing the Deserts of Egypt, Mt Sinai, the Red Sea, Mt Nebo, brought the exodus of the children of Israel alive. We are thankful we went, thankful for the dedicated services provided and encourage others to take the tour! Your guides are waiting and will give you an incredible experience! David & Lily Bear - Ohio"

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From Prague to Paris
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4.6/5 Excellent
66 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
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Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Amsterdam, Bruges, Brussels, Frankfurt, Paris, Prague

Highlights

  • Visit the capital, Prague, the Baroque jewel of Europe.
  • See this Bavarian city on the banks of the Maine River.
  • Take a small Cruise on the Rhine River.
  • Visit Disneyland, Versailles and other places of interest.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

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Desired Europe
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4.6/5 Excellent
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Premium - 4 star
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Easy
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Full schedule

Visits

Amsterdam, Bruges, Brussels, Colosseum, Frankfurt, Geneva, Louvre Museum, Lucerne, Lyon, Milan, Paris, Pisa, Prague, Rome, St. Peter's Basilica, Zurich

Highlights

  • Visit the capital, Prague, the Baroque jewel of Europe.
  • Enjoy a panoramic visit to Amsterdam to see its narrow canals, its official buildings and parks.
  • Visit at the Eiffel Tower.
  • Visit Beaune, located in the centre of the Bourgogne region, with its streets full of flowers, hospice and wine museum all points of interest.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

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Europe in Depth
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4.6/5 Excellent
66 reviews
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Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
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Full schedule

Visits

Alps, Amsterdam, Apennine Mountains, Barcelona, Berlin, Berlin Wall, Bratislava, Budapest, Florence, Frankfurt, Geneva, Grindelwald, Innsbruck, Lucerne, Madrid, Milan, Pisa, Prague, Rome, Salzburg, Venice, Vienna, Zurich

Highlights

  • Explore Swiss Alpine scenery with glaciers and mountains.
  • Visit Roman Coliseum and Vatican City.
  • Enjoy Vaporetto boating on Venice’s Grand Canal.
  • Visit the Holocaust Me­morial and the Berlin Wall Museum.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

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Colourful Europe
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4.6/5 Excellent
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Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Alps, Amsterdam, Apennine Mountains, Barcelona, Berlin, Berlin Wall, Bratislava, Budapest, Colosseum, Florence, Frankfurt, Geneva, Grindelwald, Innsbruck, Lucerne, Milan, Pisa, Prague, Rome, Salzburg, St. Peter's Basilica, Venice, Vienna, Zurich

Highlights

  • Visit the Holocaust Me­morial and the Berlin Wall Museum.
  • Enjoy a panoramic visit of the city to see its narrow canals, its official buildings and parks.
  • Visit the village that was made famous through the Pied Piper of Hamelin children’s story.
  • Enjoy an evening in the lively area of Kantstrasse.
  • Visit the chapel of the XVI century with paintings illustrating his life.

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Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Small Ship Cruise

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Rhine River Reviews & Ratings

4.7/5  Excellent
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May 2020

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Do not use Great Value Vacations

We spent $11, 630.20 for a 12 day trip to Europe, from 6/11/2020 to 6/23/2020. THEY cancelled our trip, and refuse to refund our money, even after we purchased the t...

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Larry

Oct 2018

Misleading and often just plain dishonest.

We paid for a 3 week luxury river cruise but received a large group bus trip across Europe with many days of packing and unpacking. I called our Viking representativ...

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Charles

Oct 2022

Good and no so goog

Recently returned from a Viking Rhine trip on 10/14. The good: Rhine water levels were good, no issues. Service on the vessel was A+, excluding one attendant with...

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Tonya

Aug 2015

Incredible experience

Incredible experience sailing on the Grand European tour from Amsterdam to Budapest! Just wonderful! The tours were interesting, and most allowed for adequate free t...

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Wayne H

Jan 2017

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The most amazing river trip in Europe

Traveling from Belgium through 6 countries to Switzerland is one of the most amazing travel experiences in Europe, especially if traveling with Grand Circle Travel. ...

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Rhine River Tour Selection Trips

  • Rhine cruises typically last between eight and 12 days, largely depending on whether or not they include side-trips along the Moselle, which branches off from Rhine at Koblenz.
  • Some longer itineraries may include other waterways in AustriaHungary or the Netherlands.
  • Be sure to allow at least one extra day in canal- and museum-rich Amsterdam and/or in Basel in Switzerland, to explore those cities before or after the cruise.
  • Christmas market cruises in late November and December are very popular along the Rhine, where festive village outdoor markets sell handcrafted gifts and are filled with the aromas of freshly made gingerbread, sizzling sausages, and mulled wine.
  • The busiest season for Rhine cruises is June through August. May and September can feature pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and lower prices.
  • There are about ten more castles on the right (eastern) bank of the Rhine River Gorge than on the left (western). (The Lorelei rock is on the eastern bank.) But don’t worry too much about which side of the ship your cabin is on; even if you have a private balcony, you’ll probably spend much of your time on the top deck, where there’s a 360-degree view.
  • Many Rhine cruise itineraries offer chances for interesting side-trips away from the river. Particularly appealing are the Alsatian city of Strasbourg in France, which combines French and German culture, and the Black Forest area of southwestern Germany.
  • You can also combine a Rhine River cruise with a Danube River cruise via a canal and sail down to Budapest, Hungary, or beyond through eastern Europe.
  • With the perennial popularity of Rhine cruises, don’t expect to find last-minute bargains. Book as early as possible – often a year in advance or more – to be sure to get the cabin you want.
  • To judge the best value as opposed to just the lowest price, keep an eye out for how many “extras” are included in the base rate – such as port excursions, port charges, alcohol, balcony cabins, and even international airfare on occasion – that could considerably inflate the price if purchased separately. (Gratuities are seldom included, though you may be able to pay them up front.)
  • If you plan on traveling alone on your Rhine cruise, check into the cruise lines’ policies on charging for singles supplements, and whether or not they will match you with a same-sex roommate if you’d like to avoid the extra charge.
  • Some cruise lines employ multiple tour directors and offer port excursions at different “speeds,” so you can choose how fast you want to walk or ride and how much you want to see.
  • Be sure to check with cruise lines if you have special diet needs. Some may not be able to do kosher food, for example, while others may fall down on gluten-free or even interesting vegetarian dishes. 

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River cruises along the Rhine are perfect for those travelers seeking a less crowded European river cruise than the Danube, but are eager to see many similar sights.

Rather than traveling in and east-west direction, Rhine river cruises travel north-south through the Netherlands, western Germany, and some far eastern parts of France.

Unlike many other river cruises through Europe, the Rhine touches on some views of a more industrial side of Europe. You will absolutely see a smattering of castles, and gorgeous countryside, but expect a few industrial plants and factories along the way as well. The Rhine, like all important rivers, has gone through many iterations of importance to the countries it services.

How long are Rhine River Cruises?

Rhine river cruises are usually between 8 and 15 days. This gives you a nice balance of port calls and time out on the water.

However, be sure to check the itinerary and route carefully. Many Rhine River cruises travel in smaller areas, rather than the full expanse of the river. These cruises may be similar amounts of time but hitting a different number of countries.

So when searching for a Rhine River cruise, consider whether you’d prefer to visit more sites within 1 country - meaning some smaller villages and towns, or forgo some sights in the interest of checking off more countries and larger cities.

Christmas Cruises Along the Rhine

The Rhine is an extremely popular river for people wanting to visit some of Europe’s famous Christmas markets. These delightful markets have deep roots in Germany where they are called “Christkindlesmarkt”. Because the Rhine flows through much of Germany’s western regions, it is one of the top rivers that hosts Christmas cruises.

Snow is common, so be ready for some cold weather! But it adds everything to the ambiance, as you stroll through the streets listening to carols, sipping mulled wine, and browsing stalls of crafts and food.

Rhine Christmas cruises fill up fast! Be sure to book early to secure a spot. And book extra early if you or someone you traveling with requires special assistance, such as a wheelchair accessible room. These are first come first serve on river cruise vessels.

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