Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours in Rhine River

Admire beautiful Cologne from the water on a 1-hour sightseeing cruise along the Rhine River. Choose from a range of departure times and watch top Cologne attractions including twin-spired Cologne Cathedral, the Old Town and the Hohenzollern Bridge unfold as you cruise along the world-famous river. Buy drinks such as the much-loved local Koelsch beer from the bar, and hear about Cologne's long and illustrious history while you sail. If you wish, choose to enjoy a longer, 2-hour evening cruise to see Cologne's sights sparkling with lights along the riversides.

Take a break from Christmas sightseeing or shopping and celebrate the season with this 2-hour cruise along the Rhine River from Düsseldorf. Take in the scenic, wintry panorama of Düsseldorf's Old Town and the shores of the Rhine while listening to live Christmas music on board the MS Warsteiner boat. It's a delightful way to spend part of any afternoon.

Experience Cologne's magical nighttime landscape from the water on this 2-hour evening Rhine River cruise. Dine and drink à la carte from the onboard restaurant against the backdrop of illuminated landmarks like the famous Cologne Cathedral. With comfortable amenities and unparalleled views of riverside landmarks, it's a memorable way to spend an evening in Germany's fourth-largest city.

Experience the sights and sounds of the Rhine river, from Kobenz to Boppard, on this full-day narrated sightseeing cruise. Enjoy live commentary and take in the scenic panorama of the majestic castles, churches and vineyards along the shores of the Rhine, then explore any of the popular Boppard attractions. Also, enjoy a round-trip cable car ride to see the historic Ehrenbreitstein Fortress on the east bank of the Rhine. Explore the fortress and take in the beautiful panoramic view from above the Rhine.

Make the most of your time in Mainz with a sightseeing cruise along the Rhine River! With your ticket in hand, hop aboard any KD ship (except Rheinjet) and glide through the lush river valley. From the comfort of your seat, view riverside scenery speckled with grand castles, vineyards and natural wonders. Hop on and off all day at the many route stops from Mainz to Koblenz and Cologne to Linz with a flexible 24-hour ticket.

Experience the magic and myth of the Rhine River Valley on a full-day nostalgia sightseeing cruise from Koblenz! Your excursion takes place aboard KD's exquisite Goethe paddle steamer. Admire the boat's authentic art deco features as you travel down the UNESCO-listed Middle Rhine, passing castles, vineyards and charming riverside scenes. Hop on and off all day at the many stops along the Rhine and Moselle Rivers your flexible single-day ticket.

See a different side of Koblenz and the river valley with a sightseeing cruise along the Rhine! Choose your ideal start time and hop aboard any KD ship for the leisurely day-long float. From the comfort of your seat, catch great riverside views, ornamented by castles, lush vineyards and natural wonders. Hop on and off all day at the many stops from Koblenz to Mainz or Linz to Cologne with your flexible single-day ticket.

Enjoy a full day on the Rhine or Moselle rivers with this hop-on hop-off ticket. Cruise down the Rhine from Cologne to Linz or Koblenz to Mainz, or travel the Moselle from Koblenz to Cochem. Present this KD Rhine Pass on board any KD ship and enjoy all the scheduled day cruises on the Rhine and Moselle rivers for one day. Hop off at any of the stops, then hop back on whenever desired, according to the timetable/schedule. Just present the voucher when boarding or disembarking any ship in the KD fleet.

Looking for a unique way spend an evening in Cologne? Take a leisurely dinner cruise along the city's dazzling waterfront! Spend three hours floating along the Rhine River, savoring delicious regional cuisine and listening to music spun by a live DJ. Stroll the deck at sunset, indulge in a freshly prepared buffet and complimentary drinks, and take in beautifully illuminated sights such as Hohenzollern Bridge and Cologne Cathedral after dusk.

Admire Frankfurt from the water on a 100-minute sightseeing cruise along the Main River. Starting from Eiserner Streg (Mainkai) in central Frankfurt, enjoy views of the city skyline as you cruise upstream and downstream on a cruise that combines both options for a comprehensive overview of the city.

Float down the romantic Rhine River on this 1-hour sightseeing cruise from Düsseldorf and admire panoramic views of the city's waterfront sights. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure and listen to the on-board commentary as you glide past the Media Harbour, spot architectural landmarks like the Rhine Tower and take a peek at the atmospheric Old Town.