2022 Rhine River Cruise Itineraries

On one of our luxury Rhine River cruises, you’ll have the opportunity to one of Europe’s greatest rivers. Playing a part in numerous historical events, the Rhine today features several prominent cities, castles, and UNESCO World Heritage sites. No matter which part of the Rhine you choose for your river cruise, you’ll always have something to get into or see.

Marksburg Castle along Rhine River cruises

Marksburg Castle, Germany

Hand-selected river cruise itineraries

Each Rhine River cruise itinerary featured by Authentic Voyages has been hand-selected by our team. Coming from only the best European river cruise lines, our Rhine offerings deliver in terms of comforts, amenities, great ships, and even better excursions along the river’s cities. Hosting only the best cruise lines, our featured river cruise companies are the opulent Uniworld Cruises, innovative Viking Cruises, and for explorers, Scenic Cruises.

We’ve helped thousands make the most of their vacations around the world, and our experience helps us recognize and connect with great river cruises. We continuously evaluate our cruise inventory with a fine-toothed comb to ensure you’re only getting quality experiences when sailing the Rhine River.

2022 & 2023 Rhine River Cruises | Itinerary Selects

Rhine Getaway

Viking River Cruises
8 Days | 7 Nights

This Viking River Cruise invites you to explore a highlight reel of Europe's Rhine River. Beginning your journey in Amsterdam, you'll go on to explore riveting historical sites, towering cathedrals, medieval castles, and the Rhine's outstanding German white wines, like Riesling. Discover the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that lies in the midst of the Rhine Gorge. Visit Alsace via Strasbourg, where you can taste some of the most renowned French cuisine. The journey ends in Basel, a bustling city with a rich culture, a deep love for art, and much more. This cruise also features a reverse itinerary, where you'll travel from Basel to Amsterdam.

Price: From $2,299 to $8,299

2022 Sailing dates (Amsterdam to basel)

Mar 20 - Mar 27
Jun 18 - Jun 25
Oct 15 - Oct 22
Dec 11 - Dec 18

2022 sailing dates (basel to amsterdam)

Apr 4 - Apr 11
May 7 - May 14
May 28 - Jun 4
Jul 14 - Jul 21
Aug 16 - Aug 23
Sep 18 - Sep 25

2023 sailing dates (Amsterdam to Basel)

Mar 23 - Mar 30
May 5 - May 12
Jun 8 - Jun 15
Jul 22 - Jul 29
Aug 6 - Aug 13
Sep 5 - Sep 12

2023 sailing dates (basel to amsterdam)

Apr 8 - Apr 15
Jun 12 - Jun 19
Sep 29 - Oct 6
Nov 19 - Nov 26

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Treasures of the Rhine

Scenic River Cruises
8 Days | 7 Nights

Aboard this all-inclusive Scenic River Cruise, you'll visit many of the Germanic Rhine's greatest treasures. Travel through the UNESCO-protected Rhine Gorge, ride the Winzerexpress mini train through Rudesheim, learn the art of beermaking from monks at a real monastery in Miltenburg, and take Germany's Romantic Road to a tour of Rothenburg. This journey invites you to explore Germany's culture, from its traditions to its delicious delicacies. The journey concludes upon reaching historic Nuremberg, where you'll fly home from. This cruise also features a reverse itinerary, where you'll travel from Nuremberg to Amsterdam.

Scenic Treasures of the Rhine River Cruise

Price: From $3,495 to $5,876

2022 Sailing dates (Amsterdam to Nuremberg)

Apr 20 - Apr 27
May 4 - May 11
May 18 - May 25
Jun 6 - Jun 13
Jun 22 - Jun 29
Jun 27 - Jul 4

2022 sailing dates (nuremberg to amsterdam)

May 4 - May 11
May 16 - May 23
May 30 - Jun 6
Jun 8 - Jun 15

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Castles Along the Rhine

Uniworld River Cruises
8 Days | 7 Nights

Cruise the mighty Rhine River with Uniworld. As the river winds from historic castle to historic castle, you'll pass through peaceful Bavarian villages that seem to have been left behind by time. Visit the greatest fortresses on the river with this voyage, each shaped by its own unique past and historic battles.

On your way from Basel to Amsterdam, you'll take the Route des Vines to Alsace, a city with a German-French history that leaves it with incredible food, wine, and culture. Visit fortresses like the towering Marksburg Castle and the winegrowing Castle Vollrads. In the cities along the way, you'll find majestic cathedrals that stand high on the skyline. With much more to see, this cruise through the greatest of the Rhine River is one of Uniworld's most popular offerings. This cruise also features a reverse itinerary, where you'll travel from Basel to Amsterdam.

Uniworld Castles Along the Rhine River Cruise

Price: From €2099 (USD $2478) to €9399 (USD $11095)

2022 Sailing dates (Basel to AMSTERDAM)

Mar 27
Apr 10
Apr 24
May 1
May 8
May 15
May 22
May 29
Jun 5
Jun 19
Jun 25
Jul 3
Jul 9
Jul 17
Jul 31
Aug 14
Aug 28
Sep 11
Sep 25
Oct 9
Oct 23

2022 sailing dates (amsterdam to basel)

Mar 20
Apr 3
Apr 17
Apr 24
May 1
May 8
May 15
May 22
May 29
Jun 5
Jun 12
Jun 18
Jun 26
Jul 2
Jul 10
Jul 24
Aug 7
Aug 21
Sep 4
Sep 18
Oct 2
Oct 16
Oct 30

2023 Sailing dates (basel to Amsterdam)

Apr 1
Apr 15
Apr 29
Apr 30
May 13
May 14
May 27
May 28
Jun 10
Jun 11
Jun 14
Jun 24
Jun 28
Jul 8
Jul 22
Aug 5
Aug 19
Sep 2
Sep 16
Sep 30
Oct 14
Oct 28

2023 sailing dates (amsterdam to Basel)

Mar 25
Apr 8
Apr 22
Apr 23
May 6
May 7
May 20
May 21
Jun 3
Jun 4
Jun 7
Jun 17
Jun 21
Jul 1
Jul 15
Jul 29
Aug 12
Aug 26
Sep 9
Sep 23
Oct 7
Oct 21
Nov 4

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Many ways to explore the Rhine River

Along its vast path across the continent, the Rhine River travels through Switzerland, Germany, and the Netherlands. While winding through Europe, the Rhine also encounters a number of tributaries, other rivers, and canals. Most notable are the Rhine-Main-Danube Canal and the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal. Because of these, Main River cruises and Danube River cruises also connect easily with the Rhine. Because of the Amsterdam-Rhine Canal, river cruises to Amsterdam are a common occurrence for those traveling the Rhine.

Viking Rhine River cruise itinerary through the Rhine Gorge

The best cities visited by our Rhine River itineraries

On each cruise on the Rhine, you’ll have tons of opportunities to experience the unique locations along the river. Whether you sail the Swiss portion or in the Netherlands, here are the most popular cities visited by our all inclusive Rhine River cruises:

Rhine cruise through Boppard, Germany

Another very popular destination located right on the Rhine River is Basel, Switzerland. Several of our Rhine itineraries offer port excursions here, where you can hop off the ship and explore Basel. The Swiss city is well-known for its contributions to modern art, with events like Art Basel taking place annually.

No matter which part of the river you choose to cruise, you’ll always be entertained and have things to do.

Rhine itineraries follow one of Europe’s greatest rivers

The river itself is known for its rich cultural history -- from its use as a trade route by the ancient Romans to a means of going from North to South by even earlier peoples. While the river’s history is incredibly important to it, you’ll be able to learn even more on one of our luxury Rhine River cruises.

In cities, you’ll see modern Europe with its rich cultures, innovations, and delicious foods. From the comfort of your ship, you’ll get to sail through the Rhine Gorge, parts of which are designated as world heritage sites. You’ll also spot several vineyards along the way, some dating back centuries. Along your cruise, you’ll have the chance to try German wines from the wine regions nearby -- like the Alsace Wine Region, which parallels the Rhine in Northern France.

No matter which Rhine River cruise itinerary you choose, you’re sure to have an unforgettable experience traveling Europe. Contact one of our cruising experts today to learn more about our current itineraries or to learn more about Rhine River cruises.

Rhine River cruise visits Rhine wine region