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Main & Middle Rhine Experience 2026

8 days
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Start and end in Frankfurt-am-Main
4.0
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  • Colorful Römer square in Frankfurt with Justitia statue and historic buildings.
  • Castle overlooking a lush valley with a river in the distance.
  • Colorful modern architectural building facade in Germany.
  • Cologne skyline with distinctive Cathedral towers.
  • Panoramic view of Cologne with the Cathedral and Hohenzollern Bridge.
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  • Koblenz with the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress and walkers along the Rhine.
  • Scenic aerial view of Koblenz, Germany with historic buildings.
  • Statue view over the Rhine Valley at Loreley with dramatic scenery.
  • Mainz Cathedral with its distinctive red sandstone architecture.
  • Historic Gutenberg Museum building in Mainz, Germany.
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A-ROSA
River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German
Group Size 15 - 140
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Frankfurt

    Frankfurt

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Frankfurt's historical city center
    • Visit monuments and attractions in Frankfurt
    • View the futuristic high-rises along the Main river
    Landmarks
    Frankfurt
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  2. Day 2

    Frankfurt to Cologne

    Frankfurt to Cologne
    Meals
    Dinner (A-ROSA dinner (partly à la carte))

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Cologne's cathedral and historic city center
    • Visit monuments and attractions in Cologne
    • Extend stay in Cologne before cruise departure
    Landmarks
    Cologne
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  3. Day 3

    Königswinter

    Königswinter
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (A-ROSA dinner (partly à la carte))

    Included Activities

    • Rhine cruise from Cologne to Königswinter

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Drachenburg Castle
    • Explore Drachenfels castle ruins
    • Visit dragon's cave (Dragon's Grotto)
    • Explore Königswinter's historic city center
    Landmarks
    Drachenburg Castle
    Drachenfels Castle Ruins
    Siebengebirge Mountains
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  4. Day 4

    Koblenz

    Koblenz
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (A-ROSA dinner (partly à la carte))

    Included Activities

    • Rhine cruise from Königswinter to Koblenz

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Koblenz's palaces and stately homes
    • Wander through historic narrow lanes and romantic corners
    • View the Deutsches Eck headland
    • Discover Koblenz's cultural attractions
    Landmarks
    Deutsches Eck
    Koblenz
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  5. Day 5

    Loreley Valley - Rüdesheim

    Loreley Valley - Rüdesheim
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (A-ROSA dinner (partly à la carte))

    Included Activities

    • Rhine cruise through Loreley Valley
    • Rhine cruise to Rüdesheim

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Loreley Valley
    • Walk the famous Drosselgasse in Rüdesheim
    • Visit cultural attractions in Rüdesheim
    • Tour stately homes and fortifications
    • Experience a traditional Rüdesheim coffee
    Landmarks
    Loreley Valley
    Drosselgasse
    Rüdesheim
  6. Day 6

    Mainz

    Mainz
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (A-ROSA dinner (partly à la carte))

    Included Activities

    • Rhine cruise from Rüdesheim to Mainz

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Mainz's historic city center
    • Visit museums and historical sites
    • Discover Mainz's cathedral and cultural attractions
    • Experience local wine and cuisine
    Landmarks
    Mainz
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  7. Day 7

    Frankfurt

    Frankfurt
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (A-ROSA dinner (partly à la carte))

    Included Activities

    • Rhine cruise from Mainz to Frankfurt

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Frankfurt's historic city center
    • Visit museums and cultural attractions
    • View the futuristic high-rises
    • Discover Goethe's birthplace and related sites
    Landmarks
    Frankfurt
  8. Day 8

    Frankfurt

    Frankfurt
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Extend stay in Frankfurt
    • Explore Frankfurt's museums and galleries
    • Visit historic districts and attractions
    Landmarks
    Frankfurt

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    Victor

    Asked on March 30th, 2025

    The tour appears to start in Frankfurt, but it's not clear how we get to Cologne on the first night - could you please clarify! Is it possible to join in Cologne?

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    • A-ROSAOperator•Written April 2025

      A-Rosa has advised that the cruise indeed starts in Frankfurt but it makes its way to Cologne overnight. So you get to enjoy the sights and sounds of Cologne on Day-2 onwards not day-1. The operator advised that its possible to embark in Cologne on the 3rd May 2025.

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    Belinda

    Asked on January 27th, 2025

    Are meals included

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    • A-ROSAOperator•Written January 2025

      All meals are included. The ship that will be sailing on the 15 August, 2025 is known as the A-Rosa Clea.

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    Carole

    Asked on January 14th, 2025

    Is it safe? Can we get electric bikes? Will we have time to spend at the castles?

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    • A-ROSAOperator•Written January 2025

      The bike package operates on the 13-20th June 2025 followed by 15-22 Aug 2205. They are run on e-bikes. Yes indeed you will have plenty of time in engage in the shore excursions.

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    Cathy

    Asked on October 4th, 2024

    What are the fall colors of Germany for October 2025?

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    • A-ROSAOperator•Written October 2024

      Regarding the cruise 'Main & Middle Rhine Experience 2025' it is only available until September 2025. The ship sailing on this date will be the A-ROSA CLEA and we have availability on cabins C, D & E.

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    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Germany. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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    • For any tour departing before August 22nd, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 22nd, 2026, a minimum payment of 40% is required to confirm your booking with A-ROSA. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 45 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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