17 Oct 2026
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Incl. flights
Not sold tour only on this date
£4,699pp
Flights from UK airports
Escorted tour
Rhine, Moselle & Switzerland River Cruise – 15 Days
Basel to Cologne by river, with Strasbourg, the Rhine Gorge and the Moselle, with flights.
15 days
From £4,699 incl. flights
Tour overview
This 15-day river cruise follows the Rhine from Switzerland to Cologne and explores the vineyards of the Moselle. Return flights and Eurostar are included, and an English-speaking cruise director looks after you on board. You stay fourteen nights in a luxury cabin or suite, with all meals on board, welcome cocktails and a Chef's Dinner.
From Basel you choose a day in Lucerne or the Bernese Oberland, then the Black Forest or the Alsace wine route. In Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace, you explore the old town and its cathedral, before visiting the imperial city of Speyer and sailing the castle-lined Rhine Gorge to Rudesheim and Koblenz.
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After Cologne you turn up the Moselle, passing through locks to the half-timbered town of Cochem, Roman Trier and the wine village of Bernkastel, then return through the Rhine Gorge to Cologne.
The physical rating is low. This cruise suits travellers who want to see the Rhine and Moselle in comfort, with excursions included.
Trip highlights
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Lucerne or the Bernese Oberland (Day 2)
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The Alsace wine route (Day 3)
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Strasbourg (Day 4)
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The Rhine Gorge (Day 6)
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Cochem on the Moselle (Day 9)
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Roman Trier (Day 10)
Your route
14 stops from Basel to Rüdesheim am Rhein
- Basel Days 1–2
- Lucerne Day 2
- Breisach Day 3
- Strasbourg Day 4
- Speyer Day 5
- Rüdesheim am Rhein Day 6
- Loreley Rock Day 6
- Koblenz Day 6
- Cologne Days 7–8 & 14–15
- Cochem Day 9
- Trier Day 10
- Bernkastel Day 11
- Boppard Day 12
- Rüdesheim am Rhein Day 13
Why choose this tour
Two great rivers in one cruise. Flights, Eurostar and all meals on board.
Best suited to
- River cruise lovers
- Wine lovers
- Travellers who value comfort
- Couples and solo travellers
Day-by-day itinerary
15 days from Basel, Switzerland to Cologne, Germany
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Day 1 · Basel Basel
Board the ship.
- Hotel
- River cruise ship
- Meals
- Dinner
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Day 2 · Lucerne, Bernese Oberland Lucerne
A Swiss excursion.
- Hotel
- River cruise ship
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 3 · Black Forest, Alsace Wine Route Breisach
Forest or wine.
- Hotel
- River cruise ship
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 · Strasbourg Strasbourg
The capital of Alsace.
- Hotel
- River cruise ship
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5 · Speyer Speyer
An imperial city.
- Hotel
- River cruise ship
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6 · Rudesheim, Rhine Gorge Rhine Gorge
Castles and vineyards.
- Hotel
- River cruise ship
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7 · Koblenz Koblenz
Where rivers meet.
- Hotel
- River cruise ship
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 8 · Cologne Cologne
A great cathedral.
- Hotel
- River cruise ship
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 9 · Cochem Cochem
Up the Moselle.
- Hotel
- River cruise ship
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 10 · Trier Trier
Roman Germany.
- Hotel
- River cruise ship
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 11 · Bernkastel Bernkastel
A wine village.
- Hotel
- River cruise ship
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 12 · Koblenz, Boppard Boppard
Back to the Rhine.
- Hotel
- River cruise ship
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 13 · Rhine Gorge, Rudesheim Rhine Gorge
The gorge again.
- Hotel
- River cruise ship
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 14 · Cologne Cologne
A Chef's Dinner.
- Hotel
- River cruise ship
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 15 · Cologne Home
Fly home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Rhine and Moselle (14 nights) Luxury river cruise ship
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Return flights and Eurostar
- Accommodation 14 nights in a luxury cabin or suite
- Meals 14 breakfasts, 12 lunches and 14 dinners
- Airport transfers and coach excursions
- Guided visits in Strasbourg, Speyer, Trier and more
- Complimentary tea, coffee and Wi-Fi on board
- Cruise director throughout
Not included
- Meals not included 1 lunch
- Optional excursions
- Drinks
- Tips
- Travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You want an active holiday
- You dislike cruising
- You want a budget trip
- You want a small group
Good to know
Meals by day
Breakfast: Days 2–15 · Lunch: Days 3–14 · Dinner: Days 1–14
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Departures & prices
From £4,699 per person, including flights. 1 upcoming departure.
Flights from UK airports.
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
Do I need a visa for France, Germany and Switzerland?
No, UK citizens can visit France, Germany and Switzerland visa-free for short stays, though the EU Entry/Exit System applies at the border.
Are flights included?
Yes, return flights and Eurostar are included.
Which meals are included?
All meals on board, with welcome cocktails and a Chef's Dinner.
Can I choose my excursions?
Yes, on several days you choose between two included options.
Can I choose my cabin?
Yes, from a range of luxury cabins and suites.
Who looks after me?
An English-speaking cruise director and crew.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
ATOL protected
100% financially protected in a Trust bank account
PTS 6035
4.7 on Trustpilot
Tailor-made option
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary