Germany Luxury Tours & Trips
Are you ready for some luxury? Germany's past and present are very close to each other along the Rhine. Cologne is famous for its huge cathedral, but Rüdesheim and its Drosselgasse feel more like a small town. Frankfurt's skyline shows a more modern side, while Mainz has Roman roots and a connection to Gutenberg. The Rhine and Moselle meet in Koblenz, where old palaces stand.
10 best luxury Germany tour packages
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SteffGermany travel expert at TourRadar
- Moselle Discovery 2026
- Rhine Lights, Carols & Joy 2027
- Christmastime in the Heart of Germany 2027 (from Frankfurt-am-Main to Nuremberg)
- Rhine & Danube Symphony (Passau - Cologne)
- German Riverscapes from Passau to Trier (Passau - Trier)
- Magical Christmas Markets of Germany 2027
- European Jewels (2026, Amsterdam to Budapest)
- Magical Rhine and Moselle Rivers (Amsterdam to Basel, 2026)
- Christmas on the Danube featuring a 6-night Danube River Cruise (Vienna to Wurzburg, 2027)
- Rhine, Lorelei & Urban Charm 2027
Moselle Discovery 2026
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A-ROSA SILVA features elegant balcony suites and junior suites. Special welcome events, gourmet buffets with live cooking stations, and regional wine tastings in Bernkastel-Kues highlight each day. Private e-bike excursions available at ports.
Duration 6 days Destinations Cologne, Cochem, Trier, Mehring, Moselle Valley, Bernkastel, Kues, Koblenz Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Price Per Day $155 Operator A-ROSA From
- US$930
Duration 5 days Destinations Duisburg, Dusseldorf, Bonn, Cologne Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Price Per Day $116 Operator A-ROSA From
- US$580
Duration 6 days Destinations Frankfurt-am-Main, Wurzburg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bamberg, Nuremberg Age Range Ages 8+ Price Per Day $583 Operator Avalon Waterways From
- US$3,499+$180 upfront costs
Duration 8 days Destinations Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Wurzburg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Wertheim, Miltenberg, Rudesheim am Rhein, Cologne Age Range Ages 8+ Price Per Day $366 Operator Lueftner Cruises From $3,447
15% Off- US$2,930
Duration 9 days Destinations Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Ochsenfurt, Wurzburg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Wertheim, Miltenberg, KoblenzSee all destinations Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, German Price Per Day $233 Operator Lueftner Cruises From $2,469
15% Off- US$2,098
AmaCerto features a heated pool with swim-up bar and Chef's Table restaurant where regional cuisine pairs with local wines. Spacious staterooms have plush bedding for your German river adventure. A gondola ride lifts you over Rüdesheim's vineyards, then wine tastings await in the UNESCO Rhine Gorge.
Duration 8 days Destinations Nuremberg, Bamberg, Wurzburg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Wertheim, Rudesheim am Rhein, Rhine Gorge, Koblenz, Mainz, Frankfurt-am-Main Age Range Ages 12+ Price Per Day $487 Operator AmaWaterways From
15% Off- US$3,899+$280 upfront costs
S.S. Beatrice showcases German grandeur with Picasso artwork and handcrafted Savoir® beds. Private tours of Würzburg Residence, wine tastings at Abbey Eberbach, and gourmet dining with unlimited premium beverages enhance UNESCO World Heritage site visits.
Duration 15 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Hungary Age Range Ages 16+ Price Per Day $400 Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From
15% Off- US$5,999
The MS Amadeus Brilliant provides 7 nights in deluxe outside staterooms with nightly musical performances onboard. In Cologne, you'll try a Kölsch beer tasting, and the Captain's Gala Dinner features gourmet courses paired with fine wines. Reichsburg Castle rises high above the Moselle Valley in Cochem, and a private canal tour takes you through Strasbourg's Petite France quarter.
Duration 9 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $522 Operator Collette From
15% Off- US$4,699
Duration 9 days Destinations Vienna, Durnstein, Melk, Passau, Regensburg, Roth, Nuremberg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Wurzburg Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $533 Operator Collette From
15% Off- US$4,799
Duration 8 days Destinations Duisburg, Koblenz, Mannheim, Rudesheim am Rhein, Loreley, Bonn, Cologne, Dusseldorf Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Price Per Day $145 Operator A-ROSA From
15% Off- US$1,163
Luxury Germany Tours & Trips Reviews
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What our customers ask about Germany Luxury Tours & Trips
How much should I budget for a luxury tour in Germany?
A luxury tour in Germany costs between 4,000-6,000 USD per person for 7-10 days. Popular options include Uniworld's Rhine Holiday Markets starting at 4,399 USD for 8 days and Blue-Roads' Journey Through Germany at 4,069 USD for 9 days. The price covers high-end hotels exclusive activities guided tours and upscale dining. A TourRadar traveler notes "While premium-priced the level of luxury service and exclusive experiences on our AmaWaterways cruise was exceptional value."
What are the best seasons for luxury travel in Germany?
Peak luxury travel runs from May through September when warm weather makes river cruising and outdoor activities most enjoyable. The Christmas market season from late November to December brings special holiday experiences in Nuremberg Cologne and Strasbourg. April-May and September-October offer mild temperatures with smaller crowds at key destinations. Baden-Baden's spas remain a year-round option. A TourRadar traveler notes "Our September Rhine cruise had perfect weather for castle viewing and wine tasting plus the autumn colors were stunning."
What are the most luxurious destinations and attractions included in German tours?
Key luxury stops include Baden-Baden's thermal baths and historic architecture Heidelberg Castle's renaissance halls and the castle-lined Rhine Gorge UNESCO site. Special access includes private tastings at Moselle Valley wineries after-hours visits to Siegfried's Mechanical Music Museum in Rüdesheim and VIP entry to Neuschwanstein Castle. A TourRadar traveler shares "The private evening tour of Heidelberg Castle followed by a wine tasting in their historic cellar was absolutely magical - worth every penny."
What unique experiences are available in Germany's wine regions?
The wine regions offer personal tastings at established vineyards along the Rhine and Moselle. Visitors can take private gondola rides above Rüdesheim's vineyards to reach Niederwalddenkmal followed by tastings at select estates. The Rheingau area features small-group vineyard tours while Bernkastel offers entry to historic wine cellars. A TourRadar AmaWaterways review states: "The wine tasting experiences were incredible - we visited some of Germany's most prestigious vineyards and had exclusive access to cellars not usually open to the public."
What type of luxury accommodations can I expect on a Germany river cruise?
River cruise ships like S.S. Antoinette and AmaPrima feature well-appointed riverview rooms with Savoir® Beds Egyptian cotton linens and marble bathrooms. AmaPrima suites include living areas with sofas while S.S. Antoinette showcases Brazilian marble and a Strauss Baccarat chandelier in its entrance. A TourRadar traveler notes "The accommodations exceeded all expectations - our suite on the AmaPrima was absolutely stunning with panoramic views of the Rhine."
What are the most exclusive dining experiences available on luxury German tours?
High-end tours feature regional cuisine in notable settings. AmaWaterways offers The Chef's Table with wine pairings and river views. The S.S. Antoinette includes La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs dining with local ingredients and Bar du Leopard for cocktails. Hotels like Schlosskrone in the Ammergau Alps host special farewell meals. A TourRadar review states "The dining was phenomenal - from the 4-course dinners to the wine tastings at historic vineyards like Doktorenhof Estate."