Cruise on one of the largest European rivers

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Set out on a truly romantic adventure to the land of tulips, windmills, and delicious cheese in the Netherlands. Kick back on board as the world glides by on the Rhine River in Germany—where medieval castle ruins pepper the verdant hills. Visit extraordinary palaces, such as the 18th-century Würzburg Residence, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • HIGHLIGHTS Cruise on one of the largest European rivers.
    • THE MUSTS: Always surprising Amsterdam
    • Volendam, a former fishing village on the banks of the Ijsselmeer, and picturesque Zaanse Schans
    • Old-time Würzburg and its fascinating architectural styles
    • Distinguished Regensburg, with its narrow streets and medieval homes

What's this trip about?

    Set out on a truly romantic adventure to the land of tulips, windmills, and delicious cheese in the Netherlands. Kick back on board as the world glides by on the Rhine River in Germany—where medieval castle ruins pepper the verdant hills. Visit extraordinary palaces, such as the 18th-century Würzburg Residence, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityAmsterdam
End CityWien

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel
  • Family Friendly
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

Attractions

  • Amsterdam
  • Nuremberg
  • Passau
  • Strasbourg

Activities

  • River cruise

Trip includes

    • Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - all onboard beverages (not including the special lists) - accommodations in a double-occupancy cabin with shower in private bathroom - excursions included in the package selected,except for the concert of Viennese music - onboard entertainment - assistance from our onboard, multi-lingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala evening - emergency/repatriation insurance - all port fees.

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 AMSTERDAM or surroundings(1)

Passengers are welcome to board our ship in Amsterdam at 6:00 p.m. We'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. This evening, enjoy some free time to explore Amsterdam on your own.

Day 2 AMSTERDAM or surroundings(1)

This morning, the excursion is: Amsterdam. A panoramic tour gives you a glimpse of the historic monuments and curiosities found in the Dutch capital. Windmills, diamond merchants, and the famous flower market are all symbols reflecting The Netherlands and its legacy. ...

Day 3 NIJMEGEN - KREFELD

We’ll arrive in Nijmegen early in the morning. Excursion proposed: The Netherlands Open-Air Museum in Arnhem. Set off with our host team for a visit to the Netherlands Open-Air Museum in Arnhem. This national museum focuses on the everyday life of Dutch people through...

Day 4 KREFELD - COLOGNE

We'll cruise towards Cologne, arriving at the beginning of the afternoon. Excursion proposed: Cologne. We’ll leave from the ship on foot for the center of Cologne. We’ll see the immense, Gothic cathedral—the tallest twin-spire church in the world and the most visited ...

Day 5 RÜDESHEIM

We’ll spend the morning cruising the romantic Rhine River to Rüdesheim. The fascinating Rhine River has been the muse for many legends, including the Rock of the Lorelei. Each twist and turn of the river reveals another castle atop a peak above the sprawling vineyards...

Day 6 RÜDESHEIM - MANNHEIM

We'll cruise the Rhine towards Mannheim, arriving at the beginning of the afternoon. Excursion proposed: Heidelberg. We'll set out for Heidelberg, the heart of German Romanticism. Meeting up with our tour guides at Heidelberg Castle, we'll learn about the history of t...

Day 7 STRASBOURG

We’ll arrive in Strasbourg during the morning. Excursion proposed: Boat tour of Strasbourg and a visit to its cathedral (must be reserved before your departure). Discover Strasbourg from the water! We’ll see all the great sites on the riverbanks, from Petite France—li...

Day 8 FRANKFURT

We’ll arrive in Frankfurt early in the morning. Excursion proposed: Panoramic tour of Frankfurt and the top of the Main Tower. This panoramic tour will take you to the heart of the financial district and the immense skyscrapers dominating the city's skyline. We’ll hea...

Day 9 KARLSTADT - WURZBURG

We'll spend the morning cruising on the Main River, arriving in Karlstadt in the early afternoon. Join us for an excursion: Guided tour of Würzburg. We’ll leave by coach for the center of Würzburg. The tour will begin at the Würzburg Residence, the 18th-century palace...

Day 10 SCHWEINFURT - NUREMBERG

Enjoy some free time in Schweinfurt. Explore this charming city with our host or hostess. Schweinfurt's center contains several interesting sites, including the beautiful Rathaus (city hall), Schrotturm (tower), the remarkable St. Johannis and St. Kilian Churches, and...

Day 11 NUREMBERG

We’ll arrive in Nuremberg early in the morning. Join us for an excursion: Guided tour of Nuremberg. Take off on a panoramic tour of the city to see monuments outside the medieval walls, including the Palace of Justice, Nazi Party Rally Grounds and Documentation Center...

Day 12 REGENSBURG

We’ll arrive in Regensburg in the morning. Enjoy some free time in the city. In the afternoon, join us for a guided tour of Regensburg. The first stop our coach will make before Regensburg will be at the Walhalla, an imposing, Greek-style hall of fame built between 18...

Day 13 PASSAU

We’ll arrive in Passau during the morning. After we arrive, set off on your own or join our host/hostess for a tour of the city. Passau is known as “The City of Three Rivers” since it sits at the confluence of the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers. Our tour will take you to...

Day 14 VIENNA

This morning's excursion is a tour of Hofburg Palace and the Sisi Museum. The imperial Hofburg Palace is one of the largest palatial complexes in the world. Its disproportional splendor fascinates history and architecture lovers from around the world. Must-sees includ...

Day 15 VIENNA

Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,490
Price per day$233
Last Updated: 10/2/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Jan 2023

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It’s affordable, the atmosphere on board is unique, the routes can be very interesting.

Summary over a cruise on the Haute Seine and Yonne on a barge. As seasoned cruisers, knowing well all aspects of cruising on seas and rivers, we had no experience ab...

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htrowland

Jan 2023

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Great tours and food! Exceptional customer service

As a female solo traveller, I especially appreciated CroisiEurope's summer special waiving single supplements. I am non-EU national, and very much enjoyed the intern...

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Bronx resident

Jan 2023

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A memorable four nights on the Seine - Le Havre to Paris

We had never been on a European river cruise before and chose this one for its brevity, just four nights. We were very happy with our choice and heartily recommend C...

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CroisiEurope

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Since 1976 CroisiEurope has pioneered river cruising on the most beautiful waterways in Europe, and we are Europe’s largest and most experienced river cruise line. When you sail with us, you can relax and know that you will be well taken care of.

We have been privileged to take more than 200,000 passengers to the lands of their dreams, for the times of their lives. Our fleet of 30 ships will take you to your choice of dazzling riverside cities in France, Italy, Spain, Germany and Belgium — to the romantic Rhine Valley, the Rhône and Saône, the Seine, the beautiful blue Danube, the Douro Valley, Venice, and more — where you can explore and enjoy local food, wine, history, art and culture. We have a dedicated and knowledgeable staff of almost 1,000 people, whose conviviality, attentiveness and professionalism ensures that your voyage will be comfortable and pleasurable. Our staff and crews speak English, and many of them speak other major European languages as well. So you’ll be in the heart of European culture and charm, but you’ll always be able to find someone who understands you.

All our vessels are fully inspected on a regular basis, and are consistently renovated and upgraded to keep pace with safety standards as well as the needs of our customers. Our entire fleet is certified compliant with VERITAS global standards, a guarantee of safety and quality.

CroisiEurope’s headquarters is situated at the crossroads of Europe, in Strasbourg, France, near the banks of the Rhine. This historic, forward-thinking city is the perfect home us: we’re grounded in the past, and excited about the future. We’re an independent, family-owned business — so even though we’re the biggest and most experienced, we’re still small and friendly. We understand the personal touch. 

Come aboard! We can’t wait to show you the sights of Europe.

River Cruising: The Difference

Imagine gliding past quaint villages, ancient hillside castles and stone forts; past sun-drenched olive groves and vineyards, snow-capped mountains and thundering gorges; under glittering night-lit bridges in exotic cities.  Imagine eating first-class French cuisine while floating on a sparkling river, watching the gorgeous landscape pass by.

Envision your ship docking in the heart of a beautiful, historic European city:  its treasures of art, music, food, culture, and history await your leisurely exploration. 

Our trips offer you the opportunity to intimately experience the culture of a region or a country, and to visit some of Europe’s most dazzling cities and towns — in France, Spain, Italy, Germany or Belgium — in ease and comfort.

Our ship will be your floating hotel:  small enough to moor at a town or city port, but large enough to provide you every amenity.  The capacity of just 100 to 200 passengers allows a warm and convivial atmosphere on board, as well as the opportunity for quiet privacy and independence. The pace of our river cruises is relaxed and tranquil; the scenery is gorgeous and changes moment to moment.

And river cruising is smooth, so there’s no need to worry about seasickness.  Unpack your bags, and relax and enjoy the trip. 

Come sail with CroisiEurope, and discover why river cruising is the new way to travel. 

French Cuisine, European Flair

The heart and soul of CroisiEurope is European and international.

Other cruise lines may offer good food.  With CroisiEurope, you’ll cruise the rivers of Europe aboard your own French restaurant.

We carefully design and plan our cuisine and menus in the exacting tradition of fine French gastronomy.  Each meal on your cruise will give you a delightful experience of French haute cuisine.  Our chefs have worked alongside such Michelin-starred greats as Paul Bocuse and Marc Haeberlin; CroisiEurope’s head chef, Alain Bohn, was recently nominated as a member of the Maîtres Cuisiniers de France. This esteemed French association, created 50 years ago, includes only 250 chefs worldwide.

A large number of our crew and staff speak many major European languages, so you may find yourself able to chat in Spanish, Italian, or Hungarian as well as French and English.

Eco-Friendliness

European countries have long been in the forefront of eco-friendly practices, and CroisiEurope is proud to have been a pioneer in this field since well before these practices became standard.  Our commitment to the environment goes far beyond legal requirements. 

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Drinks from our special lists or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - optional excursions (must be reserved and paid for on board or at travel agency)- cancellation and baggage insurance - personal expenses - the concert of Viennese music.

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Requirements
Valid national identity card or passport required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.,
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information

THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

  • All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
  • Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard
  • Headsets are included for excursions
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Onboard activities
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • All port fees included
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