River cruising
Germany - Cologne - Dusseldorf - Frankfurt - Munich - Stuttgart - Hamburg - Berlin
River cruising in Germany would take you to valleys lined with vineyards, to medieval castles, enchanting mountain vistas and historically important places. You can also be an audience to the sandstone formations of Dresden or Wittenberg Castle along the Elbe or visit the nature preserves on the Oder, Imperial Castle and the Justice Palace in Nuremberg. A trip to Trier, Germany's oldest city or a taste of smokebeer in Bramberg along the river Rhine can really refresh you from the monotonous existence of everyday life.
Some of the renowned River cruises in Germany are Danube River Cruises, Elbe River Cruises, Mosel River Cruises, Oder River Cruises and the Rhine River Cruises. Some of the Danube River Cruises takes you through sprawling mountain ranges throughout Germany as well as through other neighbouring countries like Austria, Hungary, Romania and Serbia. Presently some of them are giving 40% reduction in their traveling price as a part of discount which include hotel stays also.
The river boats usually stop once in an hour. During this time you can take a meal or even enjoy the sightseeing. The beauty of the Rhine is at its best at the four Rhine in Flames. In this you can see floodlighting, fireworks and fanfares. This takes place every year in Bonn, Bingen, Koblenz and in St. Goar in May, July, August and in September respectively.
Generally between April and October the riverboats operate, but some of them are Christmas Season Specials. The trip from Rudesheim to Lorelei would cost you around 13.80 Euros one way and 15.80 Euros for one full round.
River cruising in Germany is gives an added charm to your trip. It is always
a great experience to be amidst nature enjoying the beautiful sights and sceneries.