Switzerland River Cruises
Find a River Cruise that explores Switzerland. There are 15 cruises to choose from, that range in length from 8 days up to 29 days. The most popular month for these cruises is May, which has the most tour departures. Considering other destinations? Check out all river cruise tours.
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- Jewels of the Rhine & London 2026 - 11 Days (from Zurich to Koblenz)
- Rhine Christmas Markets 2026 - 8 Days (4 destinations)
- Jewels of the Rhine & Copenhagen 2027 - 11 Days (from Basel to Copenhagen)
- Rhine Christmas Markets with Switzerland 2026 - 12 Days (from Amsterdam to Lucerne)
- Rhine Highlights with Amsterdam 2027 - 10 Days (from Amsterdam to Zurich)
- Zurich to Copenhagen & Jewels of the Rhine
- Rhine Highlights with Amsterdam & Switzerland 2027 - 14 Days (9 destinations)
- Rhine Christmas Markets with Switzerland 2026 - 12 Days (10 destinations)
- Rhine Christmas Markets with Switzerland 2027 - 12 Days (from Zurich to Amsterdam)
- Rhine Christmas Markets with Switzerland 2027 - 12 Days
Sail the Rhine River on the 5-star Emerald Star or Emerald Destiny, passing through the UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge with its medieval castles and half-timbered villages. The trip includes a visit to Strasbourg's historic Petite France quarter and a private evening concert at a venue along the Rhine.
Duration 11 days Destinations Zurich, Basel, Fribourg, Baden, Koblenz Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Emerald Cruises From
- US$6,650
Sail the Rhine River on a luxury Scenic Space-Ship, passing through the UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge with its ancient castles and terraced vineyards. Check out festive Christmas markets in Strasbourg, Cologne, and Düsseldorf, where the scent of glühwein and roasted chestnuts fills the air. See Heidelberg Castle and attend a private classical concert at Bruchsal Palace.
Duration 8 days Destinations Zurich, Basel, Fribourg, Amsterdam Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $5,995
5% Off- US$5,717You save $278
Sail the Rhine River on Emerald Cruises Star-Ships like Emerald Sky or Emerald Destiny for 7 nights from Basel through the UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge, passing romantic castles and medieval villages. Wine and beer come with meals, there's a heated pool with a retractable glass roof.
Duration 11 days Destinations Basel, Fribourg, Baden, Koblenz, Copenhagen Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Emerald Cruises From $6,510
10% Off- US$5,870You save $640
Sail the Rhine on Scenic Amber, Jasper, Jade, or Jewel where all suites have verandahs with Sun Lounges and butler service. Cruise the UNESCO Rhine Gorge past Lorelei Rock and old castles, then check out Strasbourg's Christmas markets after seeing Heidelberg Castle.
Duration 12 days Destinations Amsterdam, Fribourg, Basel, Montreux, Bern, Gstaad, Zurich, Lucerne Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $8,320
3% Off- US$8,032You save $288
Sail the Rhine from Amsterdam to Basel on luxury vessels like Scenic Pearl, Scenic Ruby, or Scenic Opal, which carry just 163 guests and include butler service in every suite. Pass through the UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge, where over 40 hilltop castles line the banks.
Duration 10 days Destinations Amsterdam, Koblenz, Baden, Basel, Zurich Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $7,500
7% Off- US$6,938You save $562
Sail along the Rhine visiting Strasbourg's half-timbered Alsace quarter, Cologne's iconic Cathedral, and Amsterdam's historic canals before flying to Copenhagen. Cruise through the UNESCO Rhine Gorge and see medieval villages plus Ehrenbreitstein Fortress in Koblenz.
Duration 14 days Destinations Zurich, Lucerne, Weggis, Basel, Fribourg, Baden, Koblenz, Copenhagen Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Emerald Cruises From $7,525
3% Off- US$7,327You save $198
Sail the Rhine Gorge aboard the Scenic Space-Ship, passing 40 hilltop castles and the Lorelei statue along 65 kilometers of UNESCO-listed river. The ship carries up to 167 guests and features all-verandah suites, gourmet meals, and trips to Heidelberg Castle and Strasbourg's Grand Ile.
Duration 14 days Destinations Amsterdam, Koblenz, Baden, Basel, Montreux, Bern, Gstaad, Lucerne, Zurich Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $10,315
5% Off- US$9,753You save $562
