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Germany River Cruises

With several of the major rivers in Europe flowing through various locations across Germany, river cruises are a great way to travel if you want to see the diversity of sights that this beautiful country has to offer.

Whilst you admire the medieval castles, famous wine regions and eclectic cities of Germany, river cruises offer both the tranquillity and excitement needed for an engaging holiday experience. This form of travel also offers many other highlights such as the convenience of onboard accommodation, ensuring that you do not miss a moment of the ever changing landscape. Other facilities include stylish lounges and bars, excellent panoramic viewing points and occasionally fitness rooms and spas. For further information of the ships and locations, there is a detailed itinerary provided for each cruise.

Fairytale castles, vibrant cities and poetic vistas are what make river cruising in Germany unique. From the romance of the Rhine Gorge to the raw nature of the Black Forest, its easy to see why Germany is a popular choice for first-time river cruisers.

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Pfalzgrafenstein Castle
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4.4 stars(71 reviews)
2025MayJunJul
2026MayJunJul
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  • DestinationFrance, Germany, The Netherlands
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
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Christmas Markets of the Rhine
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4.5 stars(86 reviews)
2024NovDec
2025NovDec
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  • DestinationGermany
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
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Salzburg
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4.2 stars(96 reviews)
2025JunJulAug
2026JunJulAug
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  • DestinationAustria, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia
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Budapest
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4.6 stars(48 reviews)
2025JunJulAug
2026JunJulAug
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  • DestinationAustria, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
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Glacier Express
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3.9 stars(78 reviews)
2025MayJunJul
2026MayJunJul
12 days from
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  • DestinationGermany, Switzerland
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
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Charles Bridge, Prague
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4.4 stars(40 reviews)
2025JunJulAug
2026JunJulAug
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  • DestinationAustria, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia
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Budapest
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4.6 stars(51 reviews)
2025JunAug
2026JunAug
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Danube Bend
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4.5 stars(26 reviews)
2025Jun
2026JunJul
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  • DestinationAustria, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia
  • Starts / EndsSt Pancras International
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Schonbrunn Palace Gardens, Vienna
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4.8 stars(43 reviews)
2025Jun
2026JunJul
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  • DestinationAustria, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia
  • Starts / EndsLondon Heathrow
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Rhine Gorge
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4.4 stars(186 reviews)
2025MayJunJul
2026MayJunJul
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  • DestinationFrance, Germany, The Netherlands
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Rhine in Flames
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4.7 stars(15 reviews)
2025Sep
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Rhine Gorge
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4.8 stars(16 reviews)
2025SepOct
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Jungfrau Express & The Magic of the Moselle and Rhine
21/Oct
Margaret Montgomery
5 stars
“Excellent trip very well organised. Madeleine our tour leader was exceptional Boat exactly as described and staff and food exemplary
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The Magic of the Moselle and Rhine
20/Oct
Nigel Pearce
5 stars
“Let’s start at the top. The Captain of the Amadeus Imperial was a brilliant, experienced 4th generation Dutch Sea Captain. With such good leadership, the whole holiday followed. The GRJ team of Andrew and Lucile were both lovely personalities and very effective at their jobs. The cabin, delicious food, great...
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Glacier Express & The Magic of the Moselle and Rhine
20/Oct
Pamela Mellin
5 stars
“The whole trip was as I have come to expect from Great Rail Journeys. Very professional and well organised. The whole experience will make lifelong memories. I totally recommend this organisation.
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Glacier Express & The Romantic Rhine
13/Oct
Paul Strangways
5 stars
“Fabulous cruise - great service, food and excursions. Completely recommend it( and it was our first cruise ever!)
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Top of Europe & The Majestic Rhine
7/Oct
John Walters
5 stars
“Rob was excellent - always around and helpful.
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The Rhine Valley in Flames
1/Oct
BOB THEAKSTON
5 stars
“Excellent Ship, excellent crew, excrement location
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The Beautiful Blue Danube
27/Sep
Martin Sharples
5 stars
“A good mix of excursions and river cruising on a very good vessel. Amadeus crew and food were excellent. If I wanted to be picky I'd say that the contract staff meeting us at the airport were poor and gave incorrect information. It would also be better if GRJ had...
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The Classic Blue Danube
13/Sep
Mr Derek Pottenger
5 stars
“The Amadeus Imperial is clearly a 5 star ship and the cruise was a very relaxing and thoroughly enjoyable experience. The trip was exceptionally well curated and managed by the two cruise directors/managers Kate and Linda.
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The Classic Blue Danube
11/Sep
John Hopper
5 stars
“We were impressed with the cruise organisation, with information details and choice of tours. The crew and tour leaders created a very relaxed atmosphere. The evening entertainments – quizzes, folk dancing and singing and the Vienna Philharmonic quartet were all very enjoyable. The evening cruise along the Danube from Budapest...
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River Cruises through Germany - Traveller's Notes

Rivers have played an important part in every culture and society throughout history. Many towns and cities have been built around the river banks to utilise the resources provided by these waterways from the import and export of goods to travel, tourism and water sources. As such, taking a tour down the river today can provide convenient access to views of a variety of growing metropolises and cosy riverside towns. River cruises in Germany are particularly charming as, depending on your river of choice, they not only travel through sights such as the spectacular city of Cologne or the wine town of Rüdesheim, but also through areas of extreme natural beauty. River cruises exploring the Rhine for instance pass through the magnificent Rhine Gorge, a designated UNESCO world heritage site. Apart from its stunning views the Gorge is also home to the famous Lorelei Rock which has been the subject of many poems, songs and folklore. With cruises on the river Rhine and Danube all featuring views of Germany, whether you prefer the atmosphere of the city or the enchanting natural landscape, Great Rail Journeys provide a choice of river cruises in Germany to suit the desires of every traveller.