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River Cruises on the Rhine

Rhine River Cruises

See some of Germany's most beautiful scenery with a cruise on the Rhine, one of Europe's longest and most important rivers.  These Rhine cruises take in some of the most beautiful destinations that Germany has to offer.  Travelling along the romantic Rhine you'll have the chance to explore some of Germany's oldest and most fascinating cities. 

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Close this result item Rhine Inclusive Cruise 2012 5 days 

Cologne Cathedral

A journey of discovery along the mighty river Rhine awaits you on this Autumn Rhine Inclusive cruise. Time to sit back, relax and soak up the natural beauty of the Rhine Valley with visits to some of the most scenic towns and villages along this stretch of the river. For your enjoyment we have packed in more than the usual sites and are pleased to offer a great value cruise on the MV Virginia.

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5 days from only £599 per person.

£599 per person.

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Close this result item Rhine Inclusive Cruise 2012 7 days 

Cologne Cathedral

A journey of discovery along the mighty river Rhine awaits you on this Autumn Rhine Inclusive cruise. Time to sit back, relax and soak up the natural beauty of the Rhine Valley with visits to some of the most scenic towns and villages along this stretch of the river. For your enjoyment we have packed in more than the usual sites and are pleased to offer a great value cruise on the MV Virginia.

MV Virginia

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7 days from only £599 per person.

£599 per person.

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6 nights from £599

Close this result item Valleys of the Rhine & Moselle 10 days 

The Romantic Rhine

Join this popular cruise taking in two of Europe’s most spectacular rivers. From the Roman city of Cologne to medieval riverside villages, this cruise is a relaxing journey through scenery and sights that will leave you spellbound. Highlights include medieval fortifications in Andernach; wine in Winningen; restored half-timbered houses in Cochem; the cable car in Koblenz and the open-air taverns of Rüdesheim. This valleys cruise is sure to provide a memorable trip!

MV Virginia

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10 days from only £599 per person.

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£599 per person.

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9 nights from £599

Close this result item Autumn on the Rhine 2012 5 days 

Burg Eltz Castle on the Rhine

This colourful autumn cruise along Germany's longest river includes visits to vibrant towns and cities packed with charm, culture and history. Drink in the stunning scenery, magnificent mountains and rolling vineyards from the comfort of your ship as the season's colours change.

MV Virginia

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5 days from only £629 per person.

£629 per person.

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Close this result item Autumn on the Rhine 2012 7 days 

Burg Eltz Castle on the Rhine

This colourful autumn cruise along Germany's longest river includes visits to vibrant towns and cities packed with charm, culture and history. Drink in the stunning scenery, magnificent mountains and rolling vineyards from the comfort of your ship as the season's colours change.

MV Virginia

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7 days from only £629 per person.

£629 per person.

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6 nights from £629

Close this result item Christmas Markets on the Rhine & Moselle 7 days 

Koblenz Christmas Market

Soak up the enchanting atmosphere at the Christmas markets in Koblenz, Cochem and Cologne as you enjoy a relaxing river cruise. You'll have time to explore the markets and pick up unique Christmas gifts at our ports of call, plus the chance to take in some truly spectacular winter views as your cruise ship meanders along the Rhine and Moselle.

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7 days from only £649 per person.

£649 per person.

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6 nights from £649

Close this result item Christmas Markets on the Rhine & Moselle 5 days 

Koblenz Christmas Market

Soak up the enchanting atmosphere at the Christmas markets in Koblenz, Cochem and Cologne as you enjoy a relaxing river cruise. You'll have time to explore the markets and pick up unique Christmas gifts at our ports of call, plus the chance to take in some truly spectacular winter views as your cruise ship meanders along the Rhine and Moselle.

MPS Rotterdam

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5 days from only £699 per person.

£699 per person.

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4 night from £699

Close this result item Scenic Switzerland, Alsace and Rhine Valley 10 days 

Strasbourg

A wealth of cultural experience, history and stunning views await you on this relaxing cruise taking in three fascinating and very different countries bordering the Rhine: Switzerland, France and Germany. Explore the half-timbered houses of Strasbourg, see Basel’s stunning cathedral and wander the quaint lanes of Breisach. The best Europe has to offer on a relaxing river cruise – what could be better?

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10 days from only £699 per person.

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£699 per person.

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9 nights from £699

Close this result item Classic Rhine Cruise 10 days 

Romantic Rhine

This classic Rhine cruise takes in all the best that Germany’s longest river has to offer – Drachenfels Mountain views, the unspoilt promenade of former royal resort Boppard, Rüdesheim’s 15th-century cobblestone street lined with open-air taverns and Mainz, previously a fort in Roman Germany’s northern frontier. You will enjoy stunning views of ancient castles, rolling vineyards and the Rhine Gorge, a World Heritage Site. What’s more, you will be relaxing in the friendly atmosphere of the MV Virginia whilst enjoying the charming villages and superb views.

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10 days from only £699 per person.

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£699 per person.

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Close this result item German & Swiss Rhine 10 days 

Rhine

This majestic cruise along the mighty River Rhine takes in three countries - Germany, France and Switzerland, and starts and ends in two historic and lively cities. With a wealth of fascinating visits along the way, from charming towns to vibrant cities, there's an endless list of sights to see and things to do, whilst in between you can relax as your ship sails through some of this majestic river's most stunning scenery.

MPS Rotterdam

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10 days from only £749 per person.

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£749 per person.

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Close this result item Romantic Rhine & Moselle Melody 10 days 

Moselle Valley

A relaxing trip through the spectacular Rhine and Moselle valleys is the perfect river cruise experience. Panoramic views and stunning landscapes slip quietly by as you sail, while the various ports of call include ancient towns with castles and medieval forts, pretty villages, summer resorts and the town of Bonn, birthplace of Beethoven.

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10 days from only £749 per person.

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£749 per person.

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Close this result item Rhine in Flames 10 days 

Rhine in Flames

Come and enjoy the spectacle of the 'Rhine in Flames', an annual event when the countryside is illuminated with fireworks soaring into the dark nocturnal sky. A wonderful journey with time to explore the pretty riverside villages and historic towns whilst absorbing the scenery and sights of the Rhine Valley. A sensational cruise combining fire, water and light.

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10 days from only £799 per person.

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£799 per person.

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Close this result item New Year on the Swiss & German Rhine 7 days 

Winter on the Rhine

Start 2013 in style with new-found friends on board the MPS Rotterdam. Watch the splendid winter scenery float by as you travel to wonderful ports of call along the magnificent Rhine. On New Year’s Eve you'll enjoy a sumptuous celebration dinner, with a glass of wine at midnight to toast the New Year.

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7 days from only £799 per person.

£799 per person.

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6 nights from £799

Close this result item Rhine in Flames 10 days 

Koblenz Palace

Come and enjoy the spectacle of the ‘Rhine in Flames’, an annual event when the countryside is illuminated with fireworks soaring into the dark nocturnal sky. We have captured three magical cruises where thousands of red Bengal lights and magnificent hilltop firework displays radiate over the river valley. A wonderful journey with time to explore the pretty riverside villages and historic towns whilst absorbing the scenery and sights of the Rhine Valley. A cruise combination of fire, water and light.

MV Virginia

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10 days from only £799 per person.

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£799 per person.

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9 nights from £799

Close this result item Rhine Valley Explorer 8 days 

Koblenz

This cruise allows you to drink in the scenery as you explore colourful villages, gothic churches, medieval towns and ancient castles, as well as discovering the legends of the Loreley Rock. Explore the mountain resort of Königswinter, the colourful half-timbered houses of Linz or the former Roman forts of Boppard and Mainz. After enjoying the views from the river, you can take the cable car from central Koblenz for a bird’s eye view of the beautiful Rhine. A great cruise to explore the best of the Rhine Valley.

MPS Rotterdam

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8 days from only £819 per person.

Saving £310 each.

£819 per person.

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7 nights from £819

Close this result item Scenic Switzerland, Alsace and Rhine Valley 8 days 

Strasbourg

A wealth of cultural experience, history and stunning views await you on this relaxing cruise taking in three fascinating and very different countries bordering the Rhine: Switzerland, France and Germany. Explore the half-timbered houses of Strasbourg, see Basel’s stunning cathedral and wander the quaint lanes of Breisach. The best Europe has to offer on a relaxing river cruise – what could be better?

MPS Rotterdam

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8 days from only £824 per person.

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£824 per person.

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Close this result item Romantic Rhine & Moselle Melody 8 days 

Moselle Valley

A relaxing trip through the spectacular Rhine and Moselle valleys is the perfect river cruise experience. Panoramic views and stunning landscapes slip quietly by as you sail, while the various ports of call include ancient towns with castles and medieval forts, pretty villages, summer resorts and the town of Bonn, birthplace of Beethoven.

MPS Rotterdam

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8 days from only £869 per person.

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£869 per person.

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Close this result item German & Swiss Rhine 8 days 

Rhine

This majestic cruise along the mighty River Rhine takes in three countries - Germany, France and Switzerland, and starts and ends in two historic and lively cities. With a wealth of fascinating visits along the way, from charming towns to vibrant cities, there's an endless list of sights to see and things to do, whilst in between you can relax as your ship sails through some of this majestic river's most stunning scenery.

MPS Rotterdam

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8 days from only £879 per person.

Saving £280 each.

£879 per person.

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7 nights from £879

Close this result item New Year on the Swiss & German Rhine 5 days 

Winter on the Rhine

Start 2013 in style with new-found friends on board the MPS Rotterdam. Watch the splendid winter scenery float by as you travel to wonderful ports of call along the magnificent Rhine. On New Year’s Eve you'll enjoy a sumptuous celebration dinner, with a glass of wine at midnight to toast the New Year.

MPS Rotterdam

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5 days from only £899 per person.

£899 per person.

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4 night from £899

Close this result item Classic Rhine Cruise 8 days 

Romantic Rhine

This classic Rhine cruise takes in all the best that Germany’s longest river has to offer – Drachenfels Mountain views, the unspoilt promenade of former royal resort Boppard, Rüdesheim’s 15th-century cobblestone street lined with open-air taverns and Mainz, previously a fort in Roman Germany’s northern frontier. You will enjoy stunning views of ancient castles, rolling vineyards and the Rhine Gorge, a World Heritage Site. What’s more, you will be relaxing in the friendly atmosphere of the MV Virginia whilst enjoying the charming villages and superb views.

MV Virginia

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8 days from only £899 per person.

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£899 per person.

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Close this result item Rhine Valley Explorer 10 days 

Koblenz

This cruise allows you to drink in the scenery as you explore colourful villages, gothic churches, medieval towns and ancient castles, as well as discovering the legends of the Loreley Rock. Explore the mountain resort of Königswinter, the colourful half-timbered houses of Linz or the former Roman forts of Boppard and Mainz. After enjoying the views from the river, you can take the cable car from central Koblenz for a bird’s eye view of the beautiful Rhine. A great cruise to explore the best of the Rhine Valley.

MPS Rotterdam

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10 days from only £899 per person.

Saving £240 each.

£899 per person.

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9 nights from £899

Close this result item Christmas on the German & Swiss Rhine 8 days 

Winter on the Rhine

Make this Christmas one to remember as you visit fascinating ports of call along the majestic Rhine, with breathtaking winter scenery throughout your journey. Celebrate with like-minded holiday-makers on Christmas Day as you enjoy a sumptuous five-course dinner and Champagne.

MPS Rotterdam

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8 days from only £899 per person.

£899 per person.

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7 nights from £899

Close this result item Valleys of the Rhine & Moselle 8 days 

The Romantic Rhine

Join this popular cruise taking in two of Europe’s most spectacular rivers. From the Roman city of Cologne to medieval riverside villages, this cruise is a relaxing journey through scenery and sights that will leave you spellbound. Highlights include medieval fortifications in Andernach; wine in Winningen; restored half-timbered houses in Cochem; the cable car in Koblenz and the open-air taverns of Rüdesheim. This valleys cruise is sure to provide a memorable trip!

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8 days from only £909 per person.

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£909 per person.

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7 nights from £909

Close this result item Rhine in Flames 8 days 

Koblenz Palace

Come and enjoy the spectacle of the ‘Rhine in Flames’, an annual event when the countryside is illuminated with fireworks soaring into the dark nocturnal sky. We have captured three magical cruises where thousands of red Bengal lights and magnificent hilltop firework displays radiate over the river valley. A wonderful journey with time to explore the pretty riverside villages and historic towns whilst absorbing the scenery and sights of the Rhine Valley. A cruise combination of fire, water and light.

MV Virginia

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8 days from only £919 per person.

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£919 per person.

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7 nights from £919

Close this result item CHRISTMAS GERMAN SWISS RHINE TM 6 days 

Sit back relax, and let us whisk you away for a carefree holiday where you can enjoy the best, the very best the area has to offer. You can't beat a holiday with Shearings!

MPS Rotterdam

6 days from only £949 per person.

£949 per person.

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Close this result item Christmas on the German & Swiss Rhine 6 days 

Winter on the Rhine

Make this Christmas one to remember as you visit fascinating ports of call along the majestic Rhine, with breathtaking winter scenery throughout your journey. Celebrate with like-minded holiday-makers on Christmas Day as you enjoy a sumptuous five-course dinner and Champagne.

MPS Rotterdam

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6 days from only £949 per person.

£949 per person.

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5 nights from £949

Close this result item Rhine in Flames 8 days 

Rhine in Flames

Come and enjoy the spectacle of the 'Rhine in Flames', an annual event when the countryside is illuminated with fireworks soaring into the dark nocturnal sky. A wonderful journey with time to explore the pretty riverside villages and historic towns whilst absorbing the scenery and sights of the Rhine Valley. A sensational cruise combining fire, water and light.

MPS Rotterdam

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8 days from only £1019 per person.

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£1019 per person.

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7 nights from £1019

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