RIVER CRUISES ALONG THE RHINE
Basel ~ Strasbourg ~ Heidelberg ~ Koblenz ~ Cologne ~ Amsterdam
(Moselle cruises are also available)

Europe’s longest river has shaped and influenced history like no other geographical feature. No wonder then that this mighty river is still one of the most important and busiest and that goes for river cruises too. Most itineraries take you from Basel to Amsterdam, offering guests lush scenery, vineyards and ancient castles, medieval streets and historic grandeur.


We’ve partnered with the expert team of Cruise Connoisseurs at the award-winning firm Panache Cruises, who have a combined experience of over 100 years in the cruise sector and will create the perfect cruise for you.

Speak direct to a Panache Connoisseur by calling  ☎  0161 513 8208   Panache is open seven days a week, ten hours a day between 09:00 and 19:00 UK time. They’ll be delighted to tell you more and find you your perfect river cruise on the Rhine.

Your river cruising enquiry will be sent to Laurie Reitman who has over 20 years of experience, traveled all over the world, and cruised on more than 15 of the top river and ocean lines.

Speak direct to Laurie by calling 469-269-3763. She will be delighted to tell you more and find you your perfect river cruise in France. Please tell Laurie that you’re making contact through French Waterways.

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will find you the perfect
river cruise in France

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Rhine Cruise Itineraries Across Switzerland, France, and Germany

Start your Basel River Cruise

Basel is the start of the navigable Rhine and, being on the borders of France, Switzerland and Germany, it’s a cosmopolitan city for connoisseurs of culture, history and food. Its medieval old town centre is full of boutiques, bookshops and eateries.

Leaving Basel behind, Breisach, just over the border in Germany is the quintessential Black Forest town. The forest scenery is stunning and there’s plenty to do here, from cuckoo clock making to Black Forest Gateâu classes.

Strasbourg River Cruise

Strasbourg is home to the European Parliament these days, but its past is what fascinates. Wander the Old Town and you’ll find a maze of cobbled streets, canals and wonderful medieval architecture. This being the capital of Alsace, there is superb Alsace wine to be tasted, as well as delicious Alsatian cuisine.

German River Cruise Stops

Crossing the border once again into Germany, you’ll find the medieval towns of Speyer and Heidelberg in the heart of wine country. The former is one of Germany’s oldest cities, boasting an impressive Romanesque cathedral, while the latter has an imposing 13th century castle.

The Rhine Gorge is one of the highlights of a Rhine cruise and Rüdesheim is where it all begins. You’ll enter an enchanting world of fairy tale hilltop castles, breath-taking ravines and charming half-timbered medieval villages.

Koblenz, one of Germany’s oldest and prettiest cities, marks the point at which the Rhine and the Moselle Rivers meet. With forests and vineyards, a mountainous backdrop, ancient churches and palatial buildings, it’s well worth exploring.

Not many cities can boast a continuous 2,000 year history, but Cologne can. It’s the cultural hub of the region, rich in museums and with a well-regarded food scene too. Don’t miss the stunning twin-spired cathedral that dominates the skyline, or a stroll through the Old Town.

Rhine Cruise to Amsterdam

Amsterdam is where most cruises come to an end and what an incredibly cosmopolitan city to finish on – it won’t fail to captivate you with art, architecture and attractions, food, drink and more.

From ancient hill top castles and medieval masterpieces, to spectacular food and wine, the Rhine is one of the world’s best loved rivers, offering truly world class river cruises.

Best Rhine River Excursions


A selection of Rhine river cruises

Showing 6 of 1962 cruises

MS Symphonie by CroisiEurope From
£1,804pp
Rhine
CroisiEurope

From Basel to Amsterdam : The Treasures of…
ABOARD
MS Symphonie

Destinations: Basel, Amsterdam, Rhine
Class: Premium
Departure: 05 Oct 2025
Length: 7 nights
Emerald Sky by Emerald Cruises From
£2,992pp
Rhine
Emerald Cruises

Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards
ABOARD
Emerald Sky

Destinations: Amsterdam, Basel, Rhine
Class: Luxury
Departure: 21 Aug 2025
Length: 10 nights
MS Victor Hugo by CroisiEurope From
£921pp
Rhine
CroisiEurope

Romantic German Sites and the Charming Neckar…
ABOARD
MS Victor Hugo

Destinations: Strasbourg, Stuttgart, Rhine
Class: Premium
Departure: 18 Sep 2024
Length: 4 nights
A-ROSA SILVA by A-ROSA From
£1,856pp
Rhine
A-ROSA

Moselle Romance
ABOARD
A-ROSA SILVA

Destinations: Cologne, Rhine
Class: Premium
Departure: 15 Sep 2024
Length: 7 nights
MS George Eliot by Riviera Travel From
£2,114pp
Rhine
Riviera Travel

Rhine, Strasbourg and Heidelberg River Cruise…
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MS George Eliot

Destinations: Cologne, Rhine
Class: Luxury
Departure: 16 Oct 2025
Length: 7 nights
MS Geoffrey Chaucer by Riviera Travel From
£1,014pp
Rhine
Riviera Travel

Enchanting Rhine and Yuletide Markets River…
ABOARD
MS Geoffrey Chaucer

Destinations: Cologne, Rhine
Class: Premium
Departure: 14 Dec 2025
Length: 4 nights

Beautiful Rhine Places


Cruise Options in and around the Rhine

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River Cruises

Hotel barge luxury cruise France Alsace Strasbourg

Luxury Hotel Barging – Marne-Rhine

Lie back and let the skipper and crew take care of everything. Great food. Fine wine. Unique.

Hotel Barges

Self-drive hire boating holiday canal barge cruise France Alsace Strasbourg

Self-Drive Boating – Marne-Rhine canals

Go your own way. Explore the pleasures and treasures of the Alsace canals.

Self-Drive