Main River Cruises
Ready to see Frankfurt's skyline? It looks wild from the water, while Wertheim's old market square is worth seeing. Würzburg's fortress is truly medieval, and Miltenberg shows off Bavaria without the crowds. Head to Goethe's birthplace, castle ruins, and timber houses. Take it further with Bamberg's baroque architecture, and Nuremberg to catch a Christmas market. Main River cruising beats driving yourself through Germany any day of the week.
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Bruce • traveled in October
I thought the tour was very good. Unfortunately we had a mishap by our ship being hit by a freighter on the Rhine River. The ships personnel were great in their response as were the German emergency service people. Avalon took great care of my wife and I. The sites and all the little perks (example brandy coffee during a visit) were wonderful. I would recommend this tour to everyone.
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- Mini Cruise Main 2026
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- Berlin & The Majestic Rhine 2027 - 11 Days (from Berlin to Rhine Gorge)
- Windmills, Tulips and Belgian Delight with Jewels of Europe 2027 - 22 Days (from Amsterdam to Budapest)
- Christmas Markets on the Rhine, Main & Danube 2027 - 22 Days (19 destinations)
- Christmastime in the Heart of Germany 2027 (from Nuremberg to Frankfurt-am-Main)
- Christmastime from Frankfurt to Vienna 2026
- Magic of Advent on the Rhine and Main (Nuremberg - Strasbourg)
The A-ROSA CLEA offers extended stays in Wertheim until 21:00 and Aschaffenburg until 22:30 at approx. $630. Frankfurt's banking district, Wertheim's medieval market square, and Johannisburg Castle complement included gourmet dining and drinks.
Duration 5 days Destinations Frankfurt-am-Main, Wertheim, Aschaffenburg Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German River Main Operator A-ROSA From
- US$470
The Main River unfolds aboard Emerald Star-Ships, showcasing Mainz's Gutenberg sites and historic market squares. Panoramic views and guided tours of medieval towns enhance comfortable cruising.
Duration 14 days Destinations Switzerland, Germany, France, Netherlands Age Range Ages 12+ Ships Emerald DestinyEmerald SunEmerald Sky River DanubeRhineMainMoselle Operator Emerald Cruises From $12,620
53% Off- US$5,925You save $6,695
The Main River stretches 162km from Bamberg to Würzburg, flowing past historic wine villages like Sommerach and Dettelbach. Riverside hotels, including Maritim Würzburg, provide views of Marienberg Fortress. Daily luggage transfers and GPS navigation enhance the route.
Duration 5 days Destinations Bamberg, Hassfurt, Volkach, Wurzburg Age Range Ages 18+ Operated in English, German River Main Operator Terranova Touristik From
53% Off- US$821
A-ROSA CLEA welcomes you to Frankfurt's banking district, Wertheim's medieval walls, and Würzburg's wine country. Premium drinks and à la carte dining complement six days of historic German ports.
Duration 6 days Destinations Frankfurt-am-Main, Wertheim, Bad Marienberg, Miltenberg Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German River Main Operator A-ROSA From
53% Off- US$943
Medieval Heidelberg Castle and Siegfried's Mechanical Music Museum in Rüdesheim await aboard Emerald Sun or Destiny ships. Guided hikes from Mount Königstuhl, backstage opera house tours in Baden-Baden, and luxury suites with panoramic views complement 20 gourmet meals.
Duration 11 days Destinations Berlin, Potsdam, Frankfurt-am-Main, Frankfurt an der Oder, Mainz, Rudesheim am Rhein, Koblenz, Rhine Gorge, Moselle Valley, CochemSee all destinations Age Range Ages 12+ Ship Emerald Sky River DanubeRhineMain Operator Emerald Cruises From $11,190
54% Off- US$5,195You save $5,995
Duration 22 days Destinations Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Austria, Hungary Age Range Ages 18+ Ships Scenic Jewel Scenic Amber River DanubeRhineMain Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $13,129
27% Off- US$9,607You save $3,522
The Main River connects Würzburg to Bamberg, where UNESCO baroque sites and medieval architecture line the route. Würzburg Residence shows off manicured gardens and period furnishings, while the Romantic Road leads to Rothenburg's Gothic City Hall. Bamberg's Old Town sits on its own island with a charming Town Hall and 12th-century castle. Scenic Jasper hosts up to 169 guests in all-verandah suites with butler service.
Duration 22 days Destinations Switzerland, Germany, Netherlands, Austria, Hungary Age Range Ages 18+ Ship Scenic Jasper River DanubeRhineMain Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $12,847
27% Off- US$9,325You save $3,522
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