New Year's Eve Cruise on the Rhine
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New Year's Eve Cruise on the Rhine

2027

2026


CologneCologne

8 Days

Set off with us in wonderful festive style as we approach the final day of the year – and beyond. Aboard our floating luxury hotel, enjoy a varied journey along the Rhine. Look forward to charming old towns, cultural highlights and special excursions to renowned cities such as Rüdesheim, Strasbourg, Heidelberg, Koblenz, Mainz, Frankfurt and Düsseldorf.

The highlight of your cruise is our elegant New Year’s Eve gala programme. Raise a glass with us to the New Year and experience the spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks above the imposing Ehrenbreitstein Fortress in Koblenz. Bid farewell to the old year in style and dance your way into the New Year.

Ready to get into the festive spirit? Then join us on an unforgettable journey over New Year’s Eve. Over eight eventful days, discover the most beautiful sides of the Rhine and be enchanted by historic cities, cultural treasures and festive moments on board.

Itinerary

Welcome to Cologne! In the evening, our chef will treat you to a varied welcome dinner on board, while the ship is already making its way towards Rüdesheim.

Stay Cologne

Departure at 6:00pm

While you are still asleep, we arrive in Rüdesheim, one of the Rhine’s most renowned wine and cultural towns. In the morning, discover its charming old town on a leisurely guided walk, including a visit to the famous Music Cabinet. Return on board in time for lunch before we leave Rüdesheim and continue our journey towards Strasbourg.

Stay Ruedesheim

1:00am - 12:00pm

Excursions

Your next stage takes you to the French region of Alsace, where you arrive in wintery Strasbourg in time for lunch. A visit to the picturesque old town is a must, perhaps as part of an extended sightseeing tour by comfortable coach, taking you to some of Strasbourg’s most beautiful sights. In the late evening, the ship weighs anchor and continues upstream towards Mannheim.

Stay Strasbourg

10:00am - 11:00pm

Excursions

On the final day of the year, you arrive in Mannheim in the morning. From here, you have the opportunity to join us on an excursion to romantic Heidelberg. Discover its historic old town and enjoy the special charm of this famous university city before returning on board for lunch. We then continue our journey upstream towards Koblenz. Late in the evening, we arrive in Koblenz, where a very special New Year’s Eve awaits you: spectacular fireworks illuminate the night sky above the imposing Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. Raise a glass with us on board and celebrate the arrival of the New Year in a truly festive atmosphere.

Stay Mannheim

8:00am - 12:30pm

Excursions

Stay Koblenz

Arrival at 10:00pm

Excursions

On the first morning of the New Year, enjoy a relaxed stay in Koblenz. After breakfast, discover the city on a leisurely guided walking tour. Explore its historic old town and experience the special atmosphere of Koblenz, where the Rhine and Moselle meet. Afterwards, there is still some time to enjoy the first impressions of the New Year at your own pace before we continue our journey in the afternoon.

Stay Koblenz

Departure at 3:00pm

Excursions

In the morning, arrive in Mainz and discover its historic old town on a leisurely guided walking tour. A highlight is a visit to the Gutenberg Museum before returning on board around midday and continuing towards Frankfurt.

In the afternoon, a guided tour of Frankfurt awaits you. Discover the fascinating blend of history, culture and modernity and follow in the footsteps of the famous poet Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. In the evening, we continue our journey.

Stay Mainz

12:01am - 11:00am

Excursions

Stay Frankfurt

3:30pm - 10:00pm

Excursions

In the afternoon, arrive in Düsseldorf. During a guided walking tour, discover the charming old town while also getting to know the modern side of the Rhine metropolis. Be inspired by the fascinating blend of tradition, culture and contemporary architecture. In the evening, there is still time to explore Düsseldorf at your own pace before we leave the city.

Stay Düsseldorf

2:00pm - 10:00pm

Excursions

The end of your journey has dawned. After a generous breakfast, you disembark and take leave of your floating hotel. We hope to welcome you again soon!

Stay Cologne

Arrival at 3:00am

We reserve the right to make amendments to the timetable and program.

$150 per person Early Booking Discount

Book now and save $150per person for all bookings made until 30 November 2026.

Dates & Prices

The magnificent suites offer private walk-out balconies and lounge areas—perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or gazing at the starry sky at night. 

Each suite includes our AMADEUS Signature Bed (available as a double or twin), a luxurious bathroom with a shower and high-quality Rituals® bathing products, walk-in wardrobe, Espresso machine with complimentary selection of coffee, flat-screen TV, cabin safe, bathrobe and slippers, hair dryer, direct dial telephone, individual climate control, and a minibar for your convenience.

Discover the perfect balance of luxury and tranquility in your personal retreat.

These staterooms feature the AMADEUS Signature Bed (available as a double or twin), a drop-down panoramic window for uninterrupted river views, a spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and premium Rituals® bathing products, walk-in wardrobe, flat-screen TV, individual climate control, well-stocked minibar, in-room safe, bathrobe and slippers, hair dryer, and direct dial telephone — ensuring a comfortable and refined travel experience.

Discover the perfect balance of luxury and tranquility in your personal retreat.

These staterooms feature the AMADEUS Signature Bed (available as a double or twin), a drop-down panoramic window for uninterrupted river views, a spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and premium Rituals® bathing products, walk-in wardrobe, flat-screen TV, individual climate control, well-stocked minibar, in-room safe, bathrobe and slippers, hair dryer, and direct dial telephone — ensuring a comfortable and refined travel experience.

Discover the perfect balance of luxury and tranquility in your personal retreat.

These staterooms feature the AMADEUS Signature Bed (available as a double or twin), a drop-down panoramic window for uninterrupted river views, a spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and premium Rituals® bathing products, walk-in wardrobe, flat-screen TV, individual climate control, well-stocked minibar, in-room safe, bathrobe and slippers, hair dryer, and direct dial telephone — ensuring a comfortable and refined travel experience.

Designed with both style and practicality in mind, our Haydn Deck cabins offer a peaceful and well-equipped space for your journey.

Each cabin features a spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower, luxurious Rituals bath products, and a hair dryer, along with a fixed panoramic window that fills the space with natural light. Thoughtful touches like a comfortable double or twin bed, generously-sized wardrobe, secure in-room safe, flat-screen TV, individual climate control, and direct dial telephone ensure a restful and well-equipped stay.

Designed with both style and practicality in mind, our Haydn Deck cabins offer a peaceful and well-equipped space for your journey.

Each cabin features a spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower, luxurious Rituals bath products, and a hair dryer, along with a fixed panoramic window that fills the space with natural light. Thoughtful touches like a comfortable double or twin bed, generously-sized wardrobe, secure in-room safe, flat-screen TV, individual climate control, and direct dial telephone ensure a restful and well-equipped stay.

The magnificent suites offer private walk-out balconies and lounge areas—perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or gazing at the starry sky at night. 

Each suite includes our AMADEUS Signature Bed (available as a double or twin), a luxurious bathroom with a shower and high-quality Rituals® bathing products, walk-in wardrobe, Espresso machine with complimentary selection of coffee, flat-screen TV, cabin safe, bathrobe and slippers, hair dryer, direct dial telephone, individual climate control, and a minibar for your convenience.

Discover the perfect balance of luxury and tranquility in your personal retreat.

These staterooms feature the AMADEUS Signature Bed (available as a double or twin), a drop-down panoramic window for uninterrupted river views, a spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and premium Rituals® bathing products, walk-in wardrobe, flat-screen TV, individual climate control, well-stocked minibar, in-room safe, bathrobe and slippers, hair dryer, and direct dial telephone — ensuring a comfortable and refined travel experience.

Discover the perfect balance of luxury and tranquility in your personal retreat.

These staterooms feature the AMADEUS Signature Bed (available as a double or twin), a drop-down panoramic window for uninterrupted river views, a spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and premium Rituals® bathing products, walk-in wardrobe, flat-screen TV, individual climate control, well-stocked minibar, in-room safe, bathrobe and slippers, hair dryer, and direct dial telephone — ensuring a comfortable and refined travel experience.

Discover the perfect balance of luxury and tranquility in your personal retreat.

These staterooms feature the AMADEUS Signature Bed (available as a double or twin), a drop-down panoramic window for uninterrupted river views, a spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower and premium Rituals® bathing products, walk-in wardrobe, flat-screen TV, individual climate control, well-stocked minibar, in-room safe, bathrobe and slippers, hair dryer, and direct dial telephone — ensuring a comfortable and refined travel experience.

Designed with both style and practicality in mind, our Haydn Deck cabins offer a peaceful and well-equipped space for your journey.

Each cabin features a spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower, luxurious Rituals bath products, and a hair dryer, along with a fixed panoramic window that fills the space with natural light. Thoughtful touches like a comfortable double or twin bed, generously-sized wardrobe, well-stocked minibar, secure in-room safe, flat-screen TV, individual climate control, and direct dial telephone ensure a restful and well-equipped stay.

Designed with both style and practicality in mind, our Haydn Deck cabins offer a peaceful and well-equipped space for your journey.

Each cabin features a spacious bathroom with a walk-in shower, luxurious Rituals bath products, and a hair dryer, along with a fixed panoramic window that fills the space with natural light. Thoughtful touches like a comfortable double or twin bed, generously-sized wardrobe, well-stocked minibar, secure in-room safe, flat-screen TV, individual climate control, and direct dial telephone ensure a restful and well-equipped stay.

Inclusions

Suites & Staterooms

  • Luxury accommodation in an outside river-view stateroom of your choice: Spacious Mozart Suites with a walk-out balcony, stateroom cabins on Mozart and Strauss Decks with drop-down Panorama Retractable Windows offering a wide-open view (except AMADEUS Brilliant)
  • Individual climate control and in-room safe 
  • Choice of bed configuration in all categories (double or twin bedding)
  • Bottled water in every stateroom 

Gourmet Dining

  • Gourmet dining featuring breakfast, multi-course lunches and dinners with menu choices (including vegetarian options), afternoon tea and late-night snack
  • Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every lunch and dinner onboard  
  • Coffee and tea available 24 hours a day in the AMADEUS Club
  • Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner and Farewell Gala Dinner

An Array of Amenities

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard
  • Onboard fitness center open 24 hours a day
  • All gratuities on board are included in your cruise fare

Voyage of Discovery

  • Personalized service of an experienced, multilingual AMADEUS Cruise Director 
  • AMADEUS digital audio system for all guided excursions 
  • Immersive cultural or musical performances as part of the AMADEUS Experience, along with a diverse array of onboard enrichment programs, including fascinating lectures, cooking demonstrations, and music by our onboard musicians 
  • Complimentary use of onboard bicycles for independent exploration 
  • Onboard fitness center open 24 hours a day
  • All port taxes, embarkation, disembarkation and lock fees included in your cruise fare

Excursions and excursion packages

Cruise your way and choose from a carefully curated selection of immersive and inspiring excursions and adventures! Select one of our packages offered at a discounted rate when purchased in advance or book individual shore excursions at regular rates on board your cruise.

Package A | for only CA$ 286 per person

Enjoy a package of these pre-selected excursions for a discounted rate when purchased in advance.

  • Rüdesheim with Music Cabinet Museum
  • Romantic Heidelberg with Castle Ruins
  • Mainz Walking Tour with Gutenberg Museum
  • From Old Town Charm to Modern Landmarks: Exploring Düsseldorf

Package B | for only CA$ 527 per person

Enjoy a package of these pre-selected excursions for a discounted rate when purchased in advance.

  • Rüdesheim with Music Cabinet Museum
  • Strasbourg with Canal Boat Tour
  • Romantic Heidelberg with Castle Ruins
  • Koblenz Walking Tour
  • Mainz Walking Tour with Gutenberg Museum
  • Discovering Frankfurt: Culture, History, and Goethe
  • From Old Town Charm to Modern Landmarks: Exploring Düsseldorf

Cologne – Cologne

Unit Price

Rüdesheim with Music Cabinet Museum

CA$ 73

Strasbourg with Canal Boat Tour

CA$ 140

Romantic Heidelberg with Castle Ruins

CA$ 119

AMADEUS Experience: "Dance into the New Year" - Party on Board

Included

Koblenz Walking Tour

CA$ 44

Mainz Walking Tour with Gutenberg Museum

CA$ 44

Discovering Frankfurt: Culture, History, and Goethe

CA$ 100

From Old Town Charm to Modern Landmarks: Exploring Düsseldorf

CA$ 100

Prices per person if excursions are purchased on board.

Additional Services

Transfer

You're in good hands with us from the start: Let us book you a transfer from the airport or train station to the ship port and back. The following rates apply per transfer for 1-2 people:

Cologne (Germany)

Train Station - Port CA$ 152

Airport - Port CA$ 213

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