Germany and Switzerland River Cruises
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10 best river cruises through Germany and Switzerland
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- Zurich - Lucerne & Jewels of the Rhine
- Castles along the Rhine (2026) (Amsterdam to Basel, 2026)
- Tulip Time Rhine River Cruise
- Castles along the Rhine (2026) (Basel to Amsterdam, 2026)
- Romantic Rhine, Alsace and Netherlands Crucevita Superior
- Romantic Rhine, Alsace and Netherlands Crucevita Main Cabin
- Spectacular Switzerland with Romantic Rhine 2025
- Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Northbound) 2025
- Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Southbound) 2025
- Romantic Rhine with Swiss Alps, 3 Nights in Lake Como & 1 Night in Lucerne (Northbound) 2025
- Explore Zurich on a guided walking tour
- Discover Lucerne's medieval Old Town
- Tour Freiburg and taste Black Forest treats
Duration 11 days Destinations Switzerland, Germany, France, Netherlands Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator Emerald Cruises From $9,330
43% Off- US$5,335You save $3,995
- Explore Cologne's Old Town on a guided walk
- Tour medieval Marksburg Castle in Koblenz
- Taste Rieslings at Castle Vollrads in Rüdesheim
Duration 8 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland Age Range up to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From $3,699
20% Off- US$2,959You save $739
Tulip Time Rhine River Cruise
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“It was the first time I ever did a river cruise and I really enjoyed.”
Janet, traveled in March 2024
- Explore Basel and enjoy a welcome cocktail
- Tour Breisach and taste local wines
- Cruise through vineyards and visit Strasbourg
Duration 10 days Destinations Switzerland, Germany, France, Netherlands Age Range 40 to 99 year olds Operated in English, French, Spanish Operator Tours of Distinction From $3,739
10% Off- US$3,365You save $373
- Explore Alsatian villages along the wine road
- Tour Strasbourg with a local expert
- Taste Rieslings at Castle Vollrads
Duration 8 days Destinations Switzerland, Germany, France, Netherlands Age Range up to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From $3,999
10% Off- US$3,599You save $399
- Embark on a Rhine Valley cruise from Mainz
- Explore Heidelberg's historic university and palace
- Tour Strasbourg and optionally visit Colmar
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, France, Switzerland, Netherlands Age Range up to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator Europamundo From
10% Off- US$2,314
- Start your Rhine Valley cruise in Mainz
- Explore Heidelberg's historic university and palace
- Tour Strasbourg and optional visit to Colmar
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, France, Switzerland, Netherlands Age Range up to 85 year olds Operated in English Operator Europamundo From
10% Off- US$2,046
- Explore Zurich's historic Old Town
- Discover Geneva's Reformation Park
- Taste Swiss chocolate in Broc
Duration 16 days Destinations Switzerland, France, Germany, Netherlands Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Avalon Waterways From
10% Off- US$7,958+$210 upfront costs
- Explore Lucerne's charming old town
- Ascend Mount Pilatus for stunning views
- Tour the Black Forest and make butter
Duration 10 days Destinations Switzerland, Germany, France, Netherlands Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Avalon Waterways From
10% Off- US$4,519+$210 upfront costs
- Explore Amsterdam on a guided canal cruise
- Bike through Cologne and enjoy local beer
- Tour Rüdesheim's Mechanical Music Museum
Duration 10 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Avalon Waterways From
10% Off- US$4,598+$210 upfront costs
- Explore Lake Como on a guided boat tour
- Walk through Lucerne's historic sites
- Visit Heidelberg Castle and the Great Vat
Duration 12 days Destinations Italy, Switzerland, Germany, France, Netherlands Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Avalon Waterways From
10% Off- US$5,166+$210 upfront costs
