Rhine & Main Explorer

11 days

Ship: Viking Skirnir

Rhine & Main Explorer
Viking River Cruises

Sail through southern Germany and explore neighboring regions in Switzerland and France. Visit Basel, considered the Swiss capital of culture with its charming old town steeped in tradition. Sample flavors of the Alsace region, explore Frankfurt, one of Europe’s high-powered business hubs, and visit lesser-known historic towns in Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria. Turreted castles and a fascinating history exude a rich tapestry of medieval charm.

Journey Summary

  • Day 1 - Nuremberg
  • Day 2 - Nuremberg
  • Day 3 - Bamberg
  • Day 4 - Würzburg
  • Day 5 - Marktheidenfeld
  • Day 6 - Scenic Sailing: Main River, Spessart
  • Day 7 - Frankfurt
  • Day 8 - Karlsruhe
  • Day 9 - Strasbourg
  • Day 10 - Breisach
  • Day 11 - Basel

Detailed Itinerary

Day-by-day description of your cruise and cruise activities.

Day 1 - May 13, 2025

Nuremberg

Day 2 - May 14, 2025

Nuremberg

Day 3 - May 15, 2025

Bamberg

Day 4 - May 16, 2025

Würzburg

Day 5 - May 17, 2025

Marktheidenfeld

Day 6 - May 18, 2025

Scenic Sailing: Main River, Spessart

Day 7 - May 19, 2025

Frankfurt

Day 8 - May 20, 2025

Karlsruhe

Day 9 - May 21, 2025

Strasbourg

Day 10 - May 22, 2025

Breisach

Day 11 - May 23, 2025

Basel

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