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Germany River Cruises

Germany unfolds gracefully along its rivers, where medieval towns, vineyard-lined hillsides, and grand cities reveal centuries of culture and craftsmanship. Cruising the Rhine, Main, Danube, and Moselle connects you effortlessly to historic castles like Burg Eltz and vibrant cities like Cologne and Munich—inviting you to explore at an unhurried pace.

View of Heidelberg, Germany from the river during winter

Sailing This Itinerary

Discover Germany’s Cities, From Medieval Centers to Modern Hubs

Visits to Germany’s cities offer a chance to experience the country’s culture and get up close with some of its most storied landmarks. Alongside your guide, explore Cologne’s Gothic old town, wander Regensburg’s remarkably intact medieval center, or take in Munich’s museums and lively beer halls—each with their own distinct sense of place.

Featured Experiences in Germany

The Schönburg (Schoenburg) is a castle above the medieval town of Oberwesel in the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany.

Cruise Through the Rhine Gorge

Glide through the UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge, where vineyards and medieval castles line a scenic stretch of river between Koblenz and Rüdesheim.

Eltz Castle is a medieval castle nestled in the hills above the Moselle between Koblenz and Trier, Germany. It is still owned by a branch of House of Eltz who have lived there since the 12th century.

Take a Guided Tour of Burg Eltz

Visit Burg Eltz, a well-preserved medieval castle tucked in a forested valley near the Moselle with artifacts that span more than eight centuries.

View on Cologne at sunset

Walk Through Cologne’s Old Town and Cathedral

Join a guided walking tour of Cologne, centered around its historic old town and iconic Gothic cathedral, plus free time to explore on your own.

Landscape with vineyards near the historic village

Taste Wine in the Moselle Valley

Sample elegant Rieslings in the Moselle Valley, where steep slopes and river-facing terraces create ideal conditions for the region’s signature wines.

Traditional Christmas market in Cologne, Germany. Main town square with decorated tree and lights. Christmas fair in Europe concept

Visit the Cologne Christmas Market

See the festive atmosphere of the Cologne Christmas Market, set against the backdrop of Cologne Cathedral as you shop for gifts and holiday treats.

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Testimonials

“We’ve told so many people about how river cruising with AmaWaterways is the best-kept secret in travel, and we are already talking about what river we will experience next.”

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Meghan F.

“Hats off and a bow down to the AmaSiena crew for providing a wonderful experience. I want to give a special shout-out to our Cruise Director. She was there for us all the time including pre- and post-cruise experinces. She is the best Cruise Director of any cruise we have ever been on! ”

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Tom C.

“We had planned our river cruise during Christmas, but we didn’t even miss celebrating at home because AmaLucia was completely decked out with wreaths, ornaments, and lights and there were at least four Christmas trees on board. Our gift to the kids this year was the river cruise, but we did take advantage of the ship’s tradition of everyone putting their slippers out to sneak some trinkets into theirs. It was so fun; we may even start doing this at home! On board the ship, our family played a lot of board games in the lounge and danced to the live music each evening. We also spent some quiet time together in the stateroom watching Christmas movies. The gift of traveling with your family is that you don’t have constant distractions or activities to run to – you can just spend more time being together.”

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Jennifer V.

“As a slightly disabled 80-year-old, I missed out on many included excursions with other companies. Then I found AmaWaterways and their gentle walker options and my world opened up.”

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Patricia T.

“From the moment we landed in Amsterdam for the pre-cruise until the last day of the post-cruise in Zurich, our tour manager, Florentin, made us feel welcome and safe.  He remained with us throughout the trip and was extremely professional, knowledgeable and resourceful.  Florentin always had a smile on his face and interesting details about the cities on our trip.”

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Ernestina R.
Aerial shot of Berlin Cathedral, Spree canal and historic buildings during asunset, Germany
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Explore More With Days in Berlin and Dresden

See more of Germany with two nights each in Berlin and Dresden. Discover Berlin’s iconic landmarks and layered history, then travel on to Dresden to see Baroque architecture and artistic scene before your cruise.

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