While cruising the Rhine River, enjoy a view of the UNESCO Cologne Cathedral. This journey through the heart of Germany combines river cruising on the storied Rhine with a visit to the magnificent Gothic Cologne Cathedral. With fairytale castles, charming riverside villages, and stunning scenery, this is a Rhine River cruise vacation not to be missed!
Cruise on a River Cruise
Our cruise ship carry up to 174 passengers for a relaxed, personalized cruising experience. Guests can expect sophisticated, elegant decor and exceptional service from our friendly crew catering to your every need. After days filled with sightseeing, retire to your finely appointed cabin or relax on the spacious sun deck under panoramic blue skies.
Marvel at the Cologne Cathedral
The magnificent Cologne Cathedral amazes all who enter. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it boasts soaring vaulted ceilings, stunning stained glass windows, and artistic treasures galore. Our expert guides reveal tales of its long construction and religious relics that will deepen your appreciation of this Gothic wonder – one of Europe’s most impressive cathedrals.
Relax on Deck with Panoramic River Views
There’s no better place to unwind with a glass of Riesling and admire the passing scenery than on the open-air sun deck. As we sail through the Rhine Gorge, take in spectacular panoramas of vineyards marching up hillsides and historic castles perched on high. Picturesque villages with medieval charm drift by. Our ships offer front-row views of the river’s constantly changing vistas.
Learn from Expert Guides
Our guided excursions are led by knowledgeable locals who provide insider perspectives. Hear intriguing stories about the Cologne Cathedral on an in-depth tour. In riverside towns, guides suggest the best cafés to try and share tales that reveal the destination’s heritage. We’ll take you behind the scenes through the eyes of real local experts.
Bike and Hike Along the River
For active guests, we offer opportunities to bike and hike right from the ship to explore riverside trails. Guests can hike through vine-covered hills above Rudesheim and bike along the Rhine from Bacharach to Kaub. Guided biking tours also travel through the Rhine gorge countryside. With options to get outdoors, our cruises appeal to travelers’ adventurous side.
Savor Sunset from the Rhine Deck
As dusk falls, join us on the sun deck with a glass of Riesling in hand. Soak up the magic of sunset over the river, as the water turns molten gold. Watch the sun sink over vineyard-blanketed hills and the glittering lights of medieval castles come alive. Sunsets from our sundeck create memories to last a lifetime.
River Cruises Visiting the Cologne Cathedral
AmaWaterways offers 7-night Captivating Rhine, Enchanting Rhine, Rhine Castles and Swiss Alps, Vineyards of the Rhine and Moselle and 11-night Rhine and Moselle Fairytales .
Croisi Europe offer 7-night cruise on the Rhine between Amsterdam and Basel, 6 and 7-night cruises between Strasbourg and Amsterdam. There is also a 5-day Rhine and Dutch Christmas cruise between Strasbourg and Amsterdam.
Join us for the journey of a lifetime on the legendary Rhine! Contact European Barging to book your Cologne Cathedral – Rhine River cruise and unlock castles, cathedrals, villages, and more. 713-240-6753 / 888-869-7907 jan@europeanbarging.com