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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The boat, the cabin, the services and quality of the buffet were very good. Unfortunatly very limited services were available in English for exemple no audioguide and excursion were offer in English only in German.
Main & Moselle Experience 2027It’s my first time on the River Cruise beyond my expectations . Love it and highly recommend to my friend .
Rhine Christmas Markets 2027The trip was well organized. The bikes were well maintained and equipped with basic tools, spare tube, first aid etc. The accommodation was generally very well located and very comfortable. We enjoyed the trip very much and would be happy to recommend it.
Main river biketour | Self-guided | Bamberg to Frankfurt
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The best Main cruises
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Duration 8 days Destinations Cologne, Cochem, Bernkastel, Koblenz, Frankfurt-am-Main, Aschaffenburg, Mainz Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Ship A-ROSA SILVA River RhineMainMoselle Operator A-ROSA From
- US$1,343
Rhine Christmas Markets 2027
“It's my first time on the River Cruise beyond my expectations. Love it and highly recommend to my friend.”
malee, traveled in November
Duration 5 days Destinations Cologne, Rudesheim am Rhein, Mainz, Frankfurt-am-Main, Koblenz Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Ships A-ROSA SILVAA-ROSA AQUAA-ROSA BRAVA River RhineMain Operator A-ROSA From
- US$576
Duration 15 days Destinations Hungary, Austria, Germany, Netherlands Age Range Ages 16+ Ship River Duchess River DanubeRhineMain Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From
- US$5,599
Duration 15 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany, Netherlands Age Range Ages 12+ Ships Emerald DestinyEmerald DawnEmerald SunEmerald StarEmerald Sky River DanubeRhineMain Operator Emerald Cruises From $10,090
50% off- US$5,045
Duration 15 days Destinations Hungary, Austria, Germany, Netherlands Age Range Ages 18+ Ships Scenic Jewel Scenic Opal Scenic Amber River DanubeRhineMain Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From
50% off- US$9,195
Duration 24 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania Age Range Ages 16+ River DanubeRhineMain Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From
50% off- US$20,403
Duration 21 days Destinations France, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania Age Range All Ages Welcome Ship MS L’Europe River DanubeRhineMain Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
50% off- US$5,662
Travel Main your way
Best tour companies
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Best places to start your adventure
Discover Main tours for every budget
Main tours for every type of group
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Top Main travel itineraries to fit your plans
Demographics
Solo Travelers222 tours- Couples225 tours
- Seniors (50+)158 tours
Best time to visit
- Fall / Autumn 2026
Autumn colors the riverbanks golden and auburn. Crisp air is ideal for hiking and cycling along the river. Seasonal markets appear, offering local food and wine, with fewer tourists around.
- October 2026 36 tours
- November 2026 popular 39 tours
- Winter 2026 / 2027
Transformed into a winter wonderland, the river offers Ice skating near bridges and quiet, frosty walks offer a serene escape. Fewer tourists mean a more peaceful visit, save the cozy Christmas markets.
- December 2026 popular 33 tours
- Spring 2027
Spring brings vibrant blossoms along the River Main. Enjoy unrushed boat tours and bustling riverside cafes. The milder weather and longer days are perfect for exploring nearby vineyards.
- March 2027 37 tours
- April 2027 39 tours
- May 2027 popular 74 tours
- Summer 2027
Summer on River Main buzzes with outdoor concerts and lively beer gardens. Swim or paddle under the sun. Longer daylight hours and warm temperatures draw the biggest crowds.
- June 2027 59 tours
- July 2027 popular 65 tours
- August 2027 64 tours
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