Sail the Legendary Rhine, Where Every View Tells a Story
A Rhine river cruise is a passage through fairytale towns, vineyard-cloaked hills, and cities that have shaped European culture for centuries. From the Gothic grandeur of Cologne to the storybook charm of Strasbourg and the wine villages of the Rhine Gorge, the river brings each destination into vivid focus. With Celebrity River Cruises, you’ll explore it all in comfort and style with more space, more time, and a deeper connection to the places that stay with you.
FEATURED RIVER CRUISES
Celebrity’s Rhine river cruises are designed to reveal the region’s contrasts from medieval castles and half-timbered villages to modern art scenes and bustling wine markets. Whether you begin in Amsterdam, end in Basel, or sail between storybook towns, each itinerary is a seamless blend of culture, scenery, and unforgettable moments.
7-Night Amsterdam New Year’s
Ring in the New Year on a river journey from Nuremberg to Amsterdam filled with culture, comfort, and celebration. Sail the Main and Rhine Rivers through charming towns and countryside framed by castles and vineyards.
7-Night Basel Holiday
This Christmas sailing from Nuremberg to Basel invites you to experience the softer side of the holiday season. Along the Main and Rhine Rivers, festive towns and timeless landscapes create a backdrop of warmth and wonder.
7-Night Basel New Year’s
Ring in the New Year on a Rhine River voyage from Basel to Amsterdam, where each day blends festive spirit with rich cultural discovery.
Rhine River Cruise Highlights
The Rhine Gorge
This legendary stretch of river is lined with castles, cliffs, and vineyard-covered slopes a living fairytale best seen from the water. Sailing through the Rhine Gorge is a visual crescendo, with every bend revealing another turret, ruin, or timeless village.
Cologne, Germany
At the heart of Cologne stands its soaring cathedral — a Gothic masterpiece that anchors a city full of contrast. Step off the ship into a world of riverside promenades, modern museums, and cozy beer halls where tradition and creativity meet.
Strasbourg, France
Where France meets Germany, Strasbourg offers half-timbered beauty and a distinctly European spirit. Explore canals, cathedrals, and corner cafés in the city’s old town or discover its role as a modern hub of art, food, and international culture.
FEATURED DESTINATIONS
Explore iconic cities like Vienna and Budapest and wander small towns you didn’t even know existed. Every stop is designed to deliver something unforgettable. Whether it's seeing Budapest lit by night, sailing the Wachau Valley, or discovering hidden gems that feel like your own; immerse yourself into stories told by locals that shaped them, while creating a few of your own.
Itineraries
What’s Included in a Celebrity River Cruise
On a Celebrity River Cruise, high standards come standard.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
Enjoy your choice of one shore excursion every day.
DINING
More restaurants, offering the most choice on the river. Including a 24-hour option.
DRINKS
Select wine, beer, cocktails, coffee and soft drinks all day with the opportunity to upgrade.
WI-FI
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout your journey.
ONBOARD EXPERIENCES
More to do and more spaces to do them in.
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