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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- Rhine Christmas Markets 2026
- Christmastime in the Heart of Germany 2026 (from Frankfurt-am-Main to Nuremberg)
- German Riverscapes from Trier to Passau (Trier - Passau) (12 destinations)
- German Riverscapes from Passau to Trier (Passau - Trier)
- Magical Christmas Markets of Germany 2027
- Magical Rhine and Moselle Rivers (Amsterdam to Basel) (2026)
- Europe's Rivers & Castles 2026 Start Luxembourg, End Nuremberg
- Christmas on the Danube featuring a 6-night Danube River Cruise (Vienna to Wurzburg) (2027)
- Rhine, Lorelei & Urban Charm 2027 (8 destinations)
- Middle Rhine Valley, Vines & Lorelei 2027
A-ROSA BRAVA offers premium cabin options and balcony suites for German river travel. Special welcome events and comprehensive breakfast-to-dinner gourmet dining enhance private guided Christmas market visits.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cologne, Rudesheim am Rhein, Mainz, Frankfurt-am-Main, Koblenz Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Price Per Day $116 Operator A-ROSA From
- US$580
The premium Suite Ship by Avalon offers panoramic windows and gourmet dining as you float through Germany. Elegant suites serve as your home while sampling premium wines and accessing historic sites from Frankfurt to Nuremberg, including private tours of baroque palaces and medieval towns.
Duration 6 days Destinations Frankfurt-am-Main, Wurzburg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bamberg, Nuremberg Age Range Ages 8+ Price Per Day $726 Operator Avalon Waterways From
- US$4,356+$165 upfront costs
German Riverscapes from Trier to Passau (Trier - Passau) (12 destinations)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Duration 9 days Destinations Trier, Cochem, Koblenz, Rhine Gorge, Miltenberg, Wertheim, Wurzburg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bamberg, NurembergSee all destinations Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, German Price Per Day $327 Operator Lueftner Cruises From $3,468
15% Off- US$2,948You save $520
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 $176 Operator Lueftner Cruises From $1,862
15% Off- US$1,582You save $279
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
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 $494 Operator Collette From $4,699
5% Off- US$4,449You save $250
AmaCerto or AmaPrima sail through Germany's finest destinations in style. Premium staterooms with French balconies complement The Chef's Table specialty restaurant and exclusive wine tastings. UNESCO sites and medieval towns reveal their secrets.
Duration 8 days Destinations Luxembourg, Bernkastel, Traben-Trarbach, Cochem, Koblenz, Rhine Gorge, Rudesheim am Rhein, Wertheim, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, EltmannSee all destinations Age Range Ages 12+ Price Per Day $525 Operator AmaWaterways From
5% Off- US$4,199+$250 upfront costs
Christmas on the Danube featuring a 6-night Danube River Cruise (Vienna to Wurzburg) (2027)
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
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
5% Off- US$4,799
Duration 8 days Destinations Duisburg, Koblenz, Mannheim, Rudesheim am Rhein, Bonn, Cologne, Dusseldorf Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Price Per Day $174 Operator A-ROSA From
5% Off- US$1,395
Duration 8 days Destinations Duisburg, Cologne, Koblenz, Rudesheim am Rhein, Mainz, Andernach Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Price Per Day $240 Operator A-ROSA From
5% Off- US$1,919
Luxury Germany Tours & Trips Reviews
- Best of Germany
The trip was packed with activities and experiences. The tour director was excellent. Christina was very helpful and friendly. We purchased all the optional experiences and thought all were worthwhile except the last one. We will book a similar trip in the future
- Moselle Discovery 2027 (8 destinations)
Excellent in all respects; expectation, service, personnel, price, food quality, operation and communications. The communications were extremely informative and replies were very responsive. For a first time river cruise experience, all expectations were excellent, from information packages, to arrival and departure. Everything about TourRadar was excellent, your service and your personnel were the best and made our trip outstanding.
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."