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Rhine River

Rhine River sailings are among the most popular river cruises in Europe. Some itineraries focus solely on the Rhine, while others include additional waterways in Germany, Austria, Hungary or the Netherlands.

Many sailings start or end in Amsterdam at the northern end of the river. It's a city of narrow gabled homes and winding canals, and home to sites like Anne Frank's house and a Van Gogh museum. Basel, Switzerland, is often the southern terminus of Rhine sailings, and it boasts an ornate town hall and some very fine art museums.

The Middle Rhine is often thought to be the most scenic part of the river. This is where ships pass Lorelei Rock, where legend says an irresistible siren once lured sailors to their deaths. In Cologne, see the soaring twin steeples of the Gothic cathedral, and in Rudesheim, walk along the pedestrian-only Drosselgasse, lined with restaurants, shops and wine gardens. Passengers also travel to Heidelberg, one of Europe's best-preserved medieval cities and home to a Gothic castle and centuries-old university.

Late November and December sailings, known as Christmas market cruises, are quite popular. Passengers spend time browsing the festive outdoor markets that sell handcrafted toys and ornaments, mulled wine, grilled sausages and gingerbread.

Sightseeing guides show you the top attractions and share their knowledge of the local history and culture. Plus, these trips are easy to budget, because so much is included in one price that you pay up front.

Limited-Time Offers on Rhine River Cruises!
  • Viking: Flash Sale! Fly for free from select gateways, plus get reduced cruise fares on fall and winter sailings. Prices shown reflect the cruise discounts. Expires September 30. Click here.
  • Avalon: Save up to $2,400 per couple off the cruise price of Europe sailings. Prices shown reflect discount. Plus, get air rates starting at $599 per person from select gateways. Click here.
  • Gate 1: Save $800 per couple off 2024 Europe river cruises. Prices shown reflect discount. Expires September 30. Click here.
  • Uniworld: 2023 Cruise Sale! Save 30% on select sailings. Prices shown reflect discount. Expires September 30. Click here.
  • Viking: Fly for free from select gateways, plus get reduced cruise fares on sailings. Prices shown reflect the cruise discounts. Also pay a reduced deposit of only $25 per person. Expires September 30. Click here.
  • Avalon: Save up to $4,000 per couple off cruises. Prices shown reflect discount. Click here.
  • AmaWaterways: Save 20% off the cruise price of 2023 and 2024 sailings. Prices shown reflect discount. Solo travelers save 20% off the single supplement price in select cruises in certain cabin categories. Expires September 30. Click here.
  • Viking: Enjoy special discounted rates on cruises. Prices shown reflect the discount. Plus enjoy greatly reduced airfare from select gateways. Also pay a reduced deposit of only $25 per person. Expires September 30. Click here.
  • AmaWaterways: Receive reduced airfare on cruises! Fly from $899 per person from select gateways on Europe cruises. Expires September 30. Click here.
  • AmaWaterways: Save up to $2,500 per couple off river cruises. Prices shown reflect discount. Click here.
  • AmaWaterways: Save up to 20% off the cruise price of 2025 departures. Prices shown reflect discount. Expires September 30. Click here.
  • CroisiEurope: Save up to 50% off select cruises. Prices shown reflect discount. Expires September 30. Click here.
  • Viking: Fly for free from select gateways on 2024 and 2025 sailings, plus get reduced cruise fares in certain cabin categories. Prices shown reflect the cruise discounts. Also pay a reduced deposit of only $25 per person. Expires September 30. Click here.
  • Riviera: Save 22% off 2023 river cruises. Prices shown reflect discount. Plus, receive a free drinks package. Expires October 13. Click here.
  • Riviera: Save up to 15% off 2024 river cruises. Prices shown reflect discount. Expires September 30. Click here.
  • AmaWaterways: Receive a $300 per couple onboard credit on select cruises. Click here.
  • Viking: Enjoy discounted cruise fares on 2024 and 2025 river cruises in certain cabin categories, with sailings starting as low as $1,999 per person! Plus, enjoy greatly reduced airfare from select gateways and pay a reduced deposit of only $25 per person. Expires September 30. Click here.
  • Uniworld: Save 10% off 2024 river cruises. Prices shown reflect discount. Expires September 30. Click here.
  • Avalon: Receive free prepaid gratuities on 2024 Active & Discovery cruises (a value of up to $878 per couple depending on the itinerary). This is combinable with most offers. Click here.
  • Riviera: Single supplement waived in all cabin categories on special sailings dedicated to solo travelers. Click here.
  • Emerald: Special Cruise Rates! Save up to 77% on river cruises in 2023 and 2024. Prices shown reflect discounts. Expires September 22. Click here.
  • Scenic: Special Cruise Rates! Save up to 72% on cruises in 2023 and 2024. Prices shown reflect discounts. Expires September 22. Click here.
  • Avalon: Fly for free from select gateways, plus save $500 per couple off the cruise price of Europe sailings. Prices shown reflect the cruise discount. Click here.
  • CroisiEurope: Save 15% off 2024 cruises. Prices shown reflect discount. Expires September 30. Click here.
  • Avalon: Travel with Avalon Waterways and receive a Welcome Back Credit of $100 to $250 per person after your trip. The credit can be applied toward a subsequent trip with Avalon Waterways . Click here.
  • Scenic: Travel with Scenic and receive a Welcome Back Credit of $200 to $300 per person after your trip. The credit can be applied toward a subsequent cruise with Scenic. Click here.
  • Tauck: Receive a free onboard credit of up to 200 euros on river cruises in select cabin categories . Click here.
Offers are subject to change or withdrawal at any time. Some discounts are not combinable with other promotions.