Visit countries like Switzerland, Netherlands, Germany, France.
Spanning a spectacular tapestry of historic empires, world-class art collections, and remarkably diverse landscapes, Europe stands as the ultimate global destination for multi-day cultural exploration and seamless regional transit. Travelers can easily compare comprehensive multi-country coach tours that thread through the medieval old towns of Central Europe, board scenic alpine rail expeditions across the jagged peaks of Switzerland, or relax on luxury river cruises drifting down the historic waters of the Danube and Rhine. Renowned globally for its density of architectural landmarks and distinct seasonal shifts, Europe captivates visitors with its vibrant summer Mediterranean beach resorts, sun-drenched architectural walking tours, and magical, winter-lit market squares that come alive across the continent.
RhineThe Rhine is a very busy water way that is used for transportation of raw materials from Rotterdam in The Netherlands, through Germany to Basel in Switzerland. Besides this traffic there is also a lot to see, with romantic castles and vineyards lined up near Koblenz.The water level on the Rhine can vary, depending on melting snow in the Alps, rainy season and drought. Sometimes cruises are not possible according to the original itinerary.
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Cruises on the River Rhine can take you from Switzerland, through Germany to The Netherlands along vineyards, castles and old cities.
Europe tours will be filled with a diverse culture, natural beauty, very old cities, castles, palaces and delicious food. There is a lot to discover between the Mediterranean and Scandinavia.
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When is the best time to travel?
Most people travel in the high season, when the schools are closed and the temperatures are the highest. This may make sense for beach vacations with children. But remember that these periods (July and August in Europe + N-America, China & Japan) are by far the busiest. There will be crowds everywhere.
The hottest season has become even hotter and dryer in the past few years due to climate change, sometimes resulting in forest fires. Sometimes temperatures have become unbearable. In extreme cases attractions may close during the hottest times of the day.
Due to seasonal droughts and low water levels, some river cruises may not be able to go everywhere as planned. This may lead to cancellations and itinerary changes for example on the Rhine and Danube.
For the above reasons we highly recommend travelling in the shoulder season, just before or after the peak season. Fewer people travel, temperatures are still nice, accommodations are cheaper and there are no problems with heat or drought. This is the best time to travel!
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We have 4 tour operators that conduct 176 river cruises on the Rhine with duration 5 - 30 days starting at USD 828.
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Sample Cruises
Christmastime in Alsace & Germany (Southbound)
Starting at
USD 2,781
USD 2,281
Castles along the Rhine (2027) - Arnhem to Basel
Find inspiration in the romantic, soul-stirring beauty of the fabled Rhine.
USD 3,199
The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei (port-to-port cruise)
± USD 981
± USD 828
Rhine Christmas Markets (2027) - Düsseldorf to Basel
Rhine Christmas Market Cruise between Basel and Düsseldorf
USD 3,299
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Avalon, Christmastime in Alsace & Germany (Southbound)
Uniworld, Castles along the Rhine (2027) - Arnhem to Basel
CroisiEurope, The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei (port-to-port cruise)
Trafalgar Cruises, Rhine Christmas Markets (2027) - Düsseldorf to Basel