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German Riverscapes from Trier to Passau

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River View
$3,552
Balcony
$4,856
Suite
$6,556
* Port charges, taxes and fees included
 Cruise Length
9 Days
 Cruise Starts
Trier
 Cruise Finishes
Passau
9 Day German Riverscapes from Trier to Passau Itinerary (Amadeus)
Countries Explored: Germany
 Cruise Length
9 Days
 Cruise Starts
Trier
 Cruise Finishes
Passau
9 Day German Riverscapes from Trier to Passau Itinerary (Amadeus)
Countries Explored: Germany
Cruise Line
Amadeus
Ship
Departures
Passengers
158
Crew
46
Launched
2023
Cruise Code
DTP
Cruise Line
Amadeus
Ship
Departures
Passengers
158
Crew
46
Launched
2023
Cruise Code
DTP

Overview

This cruise showcases the majesty of three great European rivers — the Moselle, the Main and the Danube. Travel the man-made Main-Danube canal — a stunning technological marvel — as you transit from the beautiful Danube River. Explore the upper middle Rhine Valley with its numerous castles and experience the tranquil meandering of the Main. Discover the half-timbered buildings of Miltenberg and Wertheim, along with the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Würzburg, Bamberg and Regensburg. Another sight of this cruise is the region that has been considered the best place for Riesling in the world: the...read more romantic vineyards and villages of the Moselle river.
This cruise showcases the majesty of three great European rivers — the Moselle, the Main and the Danube. Travel the man-made Main-Danube canal — a stunning technological marvel — as you transit from the beautiful Danube River. Explore the upper middle Rhine Valley with its numerous castles and experience the tranquil meandering of the Main. Discover the half-timbered buildings of Miltenberg and Wertheim, along with the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Würzburg, Bamberg and Regensburg. Another sight of this cruise is the region that has been considered the best place for Riesling in the world: the...read more romantic vineyards and villages of the Moselle river.

Itinerary

Embarkation from 4:00pm

Begin your cruise in the German city of Trier. Embark in the afternoon and enjoy the scenery cruise along the beautiful Moselle. Celebrate your cruise with a Welcome Cocktail and a sumptuous Welcome Dinner.

Tasting of famous Moselle wines

In the morning, your vessel arrives in Cochem in the vine-covered Moselle Valley. Take part in a walking tour and explore the narrow streets, winding alleyways, quaint churches, and medieval town gates, as well as Reichsburg castle, which offers unparalleled views over lush terraced vineyards. Alternatively, visit a local winery and taste typical Moselle wines of the region, before returning to your ship, which departs at lunch. Enjoy the afternoon cruising through the magnificent countryside before arriving in Koblenz late this evening.

Sailing past Castles and Lorelei Rock along the Rhine Gorge

Explore Koblenz, one of the oldest towns in Germany. On a morning tour, discover the UNESCO sites along its romantic streets, such as the St. Castor Basilica, the Church of our Beloved Lady, and the Schängel Fountain. Continue by cable car up to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, the second largest preserved fortress in Europe, dating back to 1,000 AD.

After lunch, your vessel continues along the Upper Middle Rhine Valley. Enjoy the fairytale landscape with its many castles and look out for the myth-enshrouded Lorelei cliff. Enjoy dinner with your fellow cruisers this evening.

Half-timbered houses of Miltenberg

Spend a tranquil morning on board enjoying the beautiful scenery of the Main River. After lunch, the ship will dock in Miltenberg. This afternoon, discover the beauty of the town with its streets of 17th and 18th century half-timbered houses on a guided tour, before heading off to Wertheim by bus. Stroll through the medieval streets of Wertheim, visit the Angel's Fountain and pay a visit to the glass museum. Your ship will depart Miltenberg and continue to Wertheim, where you will rejoin for dinner, before continuing along the river.

Wine tasting in Wuerzburg

A busy day awaits you as your ship arrives this morning in Würzburg. Located in the heart of the Franconian wine district, this Bavarian town is known for its lavish Baroque and Rococo architecture. Admire the sights on the morning tour, including the Residence, a Baroque palace considered to be a masterpiece of that era. The tour concludes with a wine tasting in the ancient wine cellar of a local vineyard.

Continue your explorations with the afternoon tour to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of Germany's best-preserved medieval towns. After the guided tour, enjoy some free time, before a bus takes you back to your ship in Würzburg, where a delicious dinner awaits.

UNESCO World Heritage town

After a relaxing morning on board you can join the afternoon excursion to the idyllic mountain town of Bamberg. After lunch, a bus will collect you from Zeil am Main and take you to the UNESCO World Heritage town of Bamberg. Experience its culture and architecture firsthand as you stroll through the small, romantic streets.

After the walking tour, admire the seven hills of Bamberg, each topped with a church, and perhaps enjoy a beer from one of the many local breweries. In the meantime, your ship will make its way to Bamberg, where you will re-board in the evening before dinner.

Main-Danube Canal

The former Imperial city of Nuremberg awaits you today. After breakfast, explore the city on the morning tour, admiring the romantic old town, the Palace of Justice, and more. After lunch on board, learn more about the Main-Danube canal in a presentation. This evening, celebrate your cruise at the festive Captain's Gala Dinner.

Bavarian Evening on board

In the morning, your vessel arrives in Regensburg, one of Germany's best-preserved medieval towns. On the morning tour, you can immerse yourself in the historic atmosphere of this unique town, which boasts architecture from many different centuries and a bridge that has spanned the Danube since the 12th century.

In the afternoon, choose between a visit to the 600-year-old Weltenburg Abbey, situated on the banks of the Danube, and a trip to the 18th century Thurn and Taxis Palace with a stop at their traditional brewery and a beer tasting. Once you return on board, the excitement is not over yet for the day, as a traditional Bavarian evening awaits you.

Disembarkation after breakfast

This morning, your vessel arrives in Passau. After breakfast, we wish you a good trip home and hope to see you soon!

Embarkation from 4:00pm

Begin your cruise in the German city of Trier. Embark in the afternoon and enjoy the scenery cruise along the beautiful Moselle. Celebrate your cruise with a Welcome Cocktail and a sumptuous Welcome Dinner.

Tasting of famous Moselle wines

In the morning, your vessel arrives in Cochem in the vine-covered Moselle Valley. Take part in a walking tour and explore the narrow streets, winding alleyways, quaint churches, and medieval town gates, as well as Reichsburg castle, which offers unparalleled views over lush terraced vineyards. Alternatively, visit a local winery and taste typical Moselle wines of the region, before returning to your ship, which departs at lunch. Enjoy the afternoon cruising through the magnificent countryside before arriving in Koblenz late this evening.

Sailing past Castles and Lorelei Rock along the Rhine Gorge

Explore Koblenz, one of the oldest towns in Germany. On a morning tour, discover the UNESCO sites along its romantic streets, such as the St. Castor Basilica, the Church of our Beloved Lady, and the Schängel Fountain. Continue by cable car up to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, the second largest preserved fortress in Europe, dating back to 1,000 AD.

After lunch, your vessel continues along the Upper Middle Rhine Valley. Enjoy the fairytale landscape with its many castles and look out for the myth-enshrouded Lorelei cliff. Enjoy dinner with your fellow cruisers this evening.

Half-timbered houses of Miltenberg

Spend a tranquil morning on board enjoying the beautiful scenery of the Main River. After lunch, the ship will dock in Miltenberg. This afternoon, discover the beauty of the town with its streets of 17th and 18th century half-timbered houses on a guided tour, before heading off to Wertheim by bus. Stroll through the medieval streets of Wertheim, visit the Angel's Fountain and pay a visit to the glass museum.

Your ship will depart Miltenberg and continue to Wertheim, where you will rejoin for dinner, before continuing along the river.

Wine tasting in Wuerzburg

A busy day awaits you as your ship arrives this morning in Würzburg. Located in the heart of the Franconian wine district, this Bavarian town is known for its lavish Baroque and Rococo architecture. Admire the sights on the morning tour, including the Residence, a Baroque palace considered to be a masterpiece of that era. The tour concludes with a wine tasting in the ancient wine cellar of a local vineyard.

Continue your explorations with the afternoon tour to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of Germany's best-preserved medieval towns. After the guided tour, enjoy some free time, before a bus takes you back to your ship in Würzburg, where a delicious dinner awaits.

UNESCO World Heritage town

After a relaxing morning on board you can join the afternoon excursion to the idyllic mountain town of Bamberg. After lunch, a bus will collect you from Zeil am Main and take you to the UNESCO World Heritage town of Bamberg. Experience its culture and architecture firsthand as you stroll through the small, romantic streets.

After the walking tour, admire the seven hills of Bamberg, each topped with a church, and perhaps enjoy a beer from one of the many local breweries. In the meantime, your ship will make its way to Bamberg, where you will re-board in the evening before dinner.

Main-Danube Canal

The former Imperial city of Nuremberg awaits you today. After breakfast, explore the city on the morning tour, admiring the romantic old town, the Palace of Justice, and more. After lunch on board, learn more about the Main-Danube canal in a presentation. This evening, celebrate your cruise at the festive Captain's Gala Dinner.

Bavarian Evening on board

In the morning, your vessel arrives in Regensburg, one of Germany's best-preserved medieval towns. On the morning tour, you can immerse yourself in the historic atmosphere of this unique town, which boasts architecture from many different centuries and a bridge that has spanned the Danube since the 12th century.

In the afternoon, choose between a visit to the 600-year-old Weltenburg Abbey, situated on the banks of the Danube, and a trip to the 18th century Thurn and Taxis Palace with a stop at their traditional brewery and a beer tasting. Once you return on board, the excitement is not over yet for the day, as a traditional Bavarian evening awaits you.

Disembarkation after breakfast

This morning, your vessel arrives in Passau. After breakfast, we wish you a good trip home and hope to see you soon!

Life Onboard Amadeus Riva

Amadeus Riva
Amadeus Riva

The newest ship in the fleet, Amadeus Riva will offer guests a choice of 12 suites and 67 exterior cabins across four decks that feature mostly walk-out balconies or lowerable panoramic windows. Read more

On Board Inclusions
On Board Inclusions

The ambiance onboard invites you to relax in the morning before your discovery tours and unwind in style at the end of a full day's activities. Read more

Excursions
Excursions

Amadeus' excursion programs allow you to decide how you'd like to get to know each destination. Select from a wide range of optional inspiring and eventful shore excursions. Read more

Gourmet Dining
Gourmet Dining

Amadeus' exclusive menus reflect the traditions and cultures of regional cuisine and at the same time are diverse enough to satisfy an international appetite. Read more

Optional Shore Excursions Excursion Packages can be only pre-booked. Individual excursions can be booked onboard.

Introductory Excursion Package $337

Enjoy a package of these pre-selected excursions for a discounted rate when purchased in advance. Additional shore excursions can be purchased onboard. View Excursions

  • Day 2 - Cochem walking tour & Reichsburg Castle
  • Day 4 - Miltenberg and Wertheim with glass museum
  • Day 5 - Würzburg walking tour with Residence and wine tasting
  • Day 7 - Nuremberg - capital of Franconia
  • Day 8 - Regensburg walking tour

Intermediate Excursion Package $485

Enjoy a package of these pre-selected excursions for a discounted rate when purchased in advance. Additional shore excursions can be purchased onboard. View Excursions

  • Day 8 - Visit to Weltenburg abbey
  • Day 2 - Tasting of typical Moselle wines in a local winery
  • Day 3 - Koblenz walking tour with Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Day 4 - Miltenberg and Wertheim with glass museum
  • Day 5 - Würzburg walking tour with Residence and wine tasting
  • Day 6 - Bamberg walking tour
  • Day 7 - Nuremberg - capital of Franconia
    Regensburg walking tour

Full Excursion Package $630

Book our full excursion package prior to departure for a great value. Create your personalised shore excursion program by choosing your favorite tours from our list of exciting options in each port. Please note, a discounted excursion may not be exchanged for another while during your cruise. View Excursions

  • Day 8 -
    Visit to Weltenburg abbey
  • Day 2 -
    Cochem walking tour & Reichsburg Castle
    OR Tasting of typical Moselle wines in a local winery
  • Day 3 -
    Koblenz walking tour with Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Day 4 -
    Miltenberg and Wertheim with glass museum
  • Day 5 -
    Würzburg walking tour with Residence and wine tasting
    Medieval Rothenburg ob der Tauber
  • Day 6 -
    Bamberg walking tour
  • Day 7 -
    Nuremberg - capital of Franconia
    Regensburg walking tour
    Thurn & Taxis Palace with brewery and tasting
    Bavarian evening on board

Individual Excursions

You can also pre-purchase individual excursions or prchase them onboard during your river cruise. View Excursions

  • Day 8 -
    Visit to Weltenburg abbey$75
  • Day 2 -
    Cochem walking tour & Reichsburg Castle$75
    OR Tasting of typical Moselle wines in a local winery $30
  • Day 3 -
    Koblenz walking tour with Ehrenbreitstein Fortress$87
  • Day 4 -
    Miltenberg and Wertheim with glass museum$80
  • Day 5 -
    Würzburg walking tour with Residence and wine tasting$115
    Medieval Rothenburg ob der Tauber $75
  • Day 6 -
    Bamberg walking tour$57
  • Day 7 -
    Nuremberg - capital of Franconia$87
    Regensburg walking tour $40
    Thurn & Taxis Palace with brewery and tasting $127
    Bavarian evening on board $0

Introductory Excursion Package $445

Enjoy a package of these pre-selected excursions for a discounted rate when purchased in advance. Additional shore excursions can be purchased onboard. View Excursions

  • Day 2 - Cochem walking tour & Reichsburg Castle
  • Day 3 - Koblenz walking tour with Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Day 4 - Miltenberg and Wertheim with glass museum
  • Day 5 - Würzburg walking tour with Residence and wine tasting
  • Day 7 - Nuremberg - capital of Franconia
  • Day 8 - Regensburg walking tour

Intermediate Excursion Package $522

Enjoy a package of these pre-selected excursions for a discounted rate when purchased in advance. Additional shore excursions can be purchased onboard. View Excursions

  • Day 8 - Visit to Weltenburg abbey
  • Day 2 - AMADEUS Taste: Tasting of typical Moselle wines in a local winery
  • Day 3 - Koblenz walking tour with Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Day 4 - Miltenberg and Wertheim with glass museum
  • Day 5 - Würzburg walking tour with Residence and wine tasting
  • Day 6 - Bamberg walking tour
  • Day 7 - Nuremberg - capital of Franconia
    Regensburg walking tour

Full Excursion Package $675

Book our full excursion package prior to departure for a great value. Create your personalised shore excursion program by choosing your favorite tours from our list of exciting options in each port. Please note, a discounted excursion may not be exchanged for another while during your cruise. View Excursions

  • Day 8 -
    Visit to Weltenburg abbey
  • Day 2 -
    Cochem walking tour & Reichsburg Castle
    OR AMADEUS Taste: Tasting of typical Moselle wines in a local winery
  • Day 3 -
    Koblenz walking tour with Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Day 4 -
    Miltenberg and Wertheim with glass museum
  • Day 5 -
    Würzburg walking tour with Residence and wine tasting
    Medieval Rothenburg ob der Tauber
  • Day 6 -
    Bamberg walking tour
  • Day 7 -
    Nuremberg - capital of Franconia
    Regensburg walking tour
    Thurn & Taxis Palace with brewery and tasting
    Bavarian evening on board

Individual Excursions

You can also pre-purchase individual excursions or prchase them onboard during your river cruise. View Excursions

  • Day 8 -
    Visit to Weltenburg abbey$78
  • Day 2 -
    Cochem walking tour & Reichsburg Castle$78
    OR AMADEUS Taste: Tasting of typical Moselle wines in a local winery $30
  • Day 3 -
    Koblenz walking tour with Ehrenbreitstein Fortress$90
  • Day 4 -
    Miltenberg and Wertheim with glass museum$83
  • Day 5 -
    Würzburg walking tour with Residence and wine tasting$122
    Medieval Rothenburg ob der Tauber $78
  • Day 6 -
    Bamberg walking tour$60
  • Day 7 -
    Nuremberg - capital of Franconia$108
    Regensburg walking tour $42
    Thurn & Taxis Palace with brewery and tasting $132
    Bavarian evening on board $0

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