Top Germany Day Cruises

Float down the romantic Rhine River on this 1-hour sightseeing cruise from Düsseldorf and admire panoramic views of the city’s waterfront sights. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure and listen to the on-board commentary as you glide past the Media Harbour, spot architectural landmarks like the Rhine Tower and take a peek at the atmospheric Old Town.

Take a break from walking and enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Moselle River to see the German city of Cochem from a unique perspective. Grab a seat aboard your vessel and enjoy informative commentary from the crew while you take in the beautiful sights. Tours are limited to 10 travelers for a personalized experience.

Come on board the stunning crystal ship: On this two-hour round trip from Passau to Kasten, Obernzell and back, you will be enchanted by the magic of water! In our incomparable crystal ship - exclusively made with Swarovski Crystals - you will experience the fascinating world of the mermaid Isa in a glittering dream of water and crystal! Be amazed by the unique attractions on board, such as crystal water features, Neptune's kingdom, water theater and other crystal and water attractions. Around a million Swarovski crystals are installed in the crystal ship.

A Hanseatic city, Hamburg comes defined by its access to water. The city has grown around the Port of Hamburg—the second-largest port in all of Europe. On this cruise, you'll get two hours to take it all in, from UNESCO-protected Speicherstadt to the fishing villages of Elbe to the Hamburger Fischmarkt and more. Your guide narrates the way across the water, providing at-a-glance knowledge of this vibrant, historic city.

How much Hamburg can you pack into one hour? A lot. On this guided harbor cruise, you'll get an on-the-water look at the UNESCO-designated Speicherstadt, see the new HafenCity, float past the Elbphilharmonie, Hamburger Fischmarkt, Elbe Beach, and much more (stops dependent on the size of your barge). For those with jam-packed schedules, this tour gets you quickly acquainted with the city's best sights—so you can see it all.

The private boats can accommodate up to 10 guests and are steered by an experienced captain. Whether excursion, corporate event or private party, you are looking for something that is modern elegantly stylish and relaxed, then you are exactly right on one of the boats. In the middle of the city and yet very private. Discover Heidelberg from its most beautiful side, directly from the water. With the private boat trips you will experience Heidelberg from a completely new perspective. The boats are equipped with everything you need for a perfect day. Cosy lounge seats, bow deck, bathing platform, stylish wine glasses, cooler, mobile phone charging options, modular roof and therefore just as much shade and sun as you want, wind and rain-protected, and much more. Welcome aboard.

Make the most of your time in Frankfurt with a seamless day trip to the Rhine River Valley. Instead of trying to plan trains, buses, and boats on your own, sit back and enjoy an organized journey that covers the region’s must-see highlights. Travel by bus or van through this UNESCO World Heritage–listed landscape, then cruise the Rhine on a steamer to see medieval castles, terraced vineyards, and storybook wine villages from the water. Pause for photo stops at famous viewpoints such as Loreley Rock or the Niederwald Monument depending on the boat route. A meal (lunch on the full-day option, dinner on the half-day) and a local wine tasting are included, so you can experience the flavors of the region as well as the sights.

Make the trip to the famous Bavarian landmark an unforgettable experience! Take a relaxing boat trip from Regensburg to Walhalla. You will experience great views of the river landscape and the sights along the route. The boats themselves are also an experience: you will travel with the Regensburg Crystal Fleet - exclusively made with Swarovski Elements. Around a million Swarovski crystals are built into the board, for example in the stairs or the chandelier.

Experience Hamburg's port attractions from a unique perspective: Cruise past impressive container ships and discover the historic Speicherstadt on a 1.5-hour harbor tour with live commentary from a German-speaking guide and an exclusive stop at the Elbphilharmonie. Start your adventure at the Überseebrücke and board a traditional Hamburg barge. The captain adapts the route depending on the weather, tides or special events in the harbor. Glide through the narrow waterways of the Speicherstadt and admire the impressive brick architecture. Enjoy the fresh breeze and the HafenCity while relaxing on deck. Passing huge container ships, the guide will tell you interesting details about the harbor's landmarks. At the end, you can disembark at the Elbphilharmonie or return to the starting point.

Take in the top waterfront sights in Berlin's historic and new areas without getting footsore on this 1-hour river cruise along the Spree River. Set off on open-top, glass-sided boats that offer unobstructed views and admire landmarks like the Berlin Cathedral and the Reichstag while learning about the city's history and cityscape from on-board guides. Take advantage of the bar (extra charge) to sip a beer or coffee while cruising and enjoy the unique perspective from the water.

Witness the grandeur of Frankfurt’s waterfront with a one-hour cruise along the mighty Main River! As you float, hear intriguing audio commentary about the city, and view Frankfurt’s great outdoor spaces and landmarks including Frankfurt Cathedral and Europaturm — the city’s tallest building. Find a comfortable seat inside or on the sun deck, buy yourself a drink from the onboard bar, and enjoy the ride!

End your day in Berlin and unwind without overheating on a relaxed cruise along the Spree River aboard an authentic steamship. Sip local beer and enjoy a vessel as interesting at the city, as you glide past illuminated landmarks and learn stories of Berlin’s past. This sunset journey offers a slower, scenic way to connect with the city.

Take a river trip on the Rhine from Bonn to Linz, the colorful city on the Rhine. See the sights from the water, including the former government district in Bonn, Königswinter, Bad Honnef, Bad Godesberg and the bridge of the Peace Museum in Remagen.

Our private boats can accommodate up to 12 guests and are booked with captain. Whether excursion, corporate event or private party, you are looking for something that is modern elegantly stylish and relaxed, then you are exactly right on one of our boats. In the middle of the city and yet very private! Discover Heidelberg from its most beautiful side – directly from the water! With our private boat trips you will experience Heidelberg from a completely new perspective. You book a boat with captain only for you and your guests (family, friends, colleagues). You can decorate the boat to your liking in advance and play your own playlist on board. Our boats are equipped with everything you need for a perfect day. Cosy lounge seats, bow deck, bathing platform, stylish wine glasses, cooler, mobile phone charging options, modular roof and therefore just as much shade and sun as you want, wind + rain protected, and much more. Welcome aboard!

Berlins most scenic spots in 1h! After work, enjoy a cool drink and fresh Berlin air on a 140 year old historic steamship “Kaiser Friedrich”, now equipped with an environmentally friendly electric drive, while the capital presents itself from its most beautiful side. During the one-hour cruise, we will take you through the historic center of Old Berlin. Starting opposite from the Berlin Dom, we pass the City Palace, Nikolai Quarter, Museum Island, Friedrichstrasse and Friedrichstadtpalast, the government district, the main railway station, Tiergarten and the House of World Cultures, known throughout Berlin as the “pregnant oyster”. On a whisper-quiet electric boat, the stress of everyday life melts away, the Spree laps gently against the bow and the evening sun glistens on the water. And from the water, you may have already spotted a cozy place to start your evening in Berlin's city center. Welcome aboard!

Take a seat and enjoy the view of the evening Düsseldorf city panorama. When dusk gradually envelops the city, Düsseldorf exudes a very special charm. The distinctive buildings of the state capital then shine in atmospheric light and the two-hour evening trip provides wonderful views and invites you to enjoy Düsseldorf in the evening in peace.

Book your romantic couple's ride or family trip now. As a family with children please book this option! The number of persons 2 counts only for the adults, children travel for free! Discover Heidelberg from its most beautiful side – directly from the water! With our private boat trips you will experience Heidelberg from a completely new beautiful perspective. You book a boat with captain just for you and your guests. You can decorate it yourself in advance and play your own playlist on board via our JBL Boombox 3. A special adventure awaits you on your boat trip in Heidelberg with us. Welcome aboard! Our boats are equipped with everything you need for a perfect day. An experienced captain steers the boat safely along the route while you can sit back and enjoy it in a relaxed way. Wine glasses for toasting are also available on board.

See Berlin from a new perspective on this relaxing boat tour along the Spree River. Drift past historic buildings, modern architecture, and leafy embankments as you learn all about the stories behind Germany’s capital. It’s a peaceful and informative way to understand Berlin’s layered history without the footwork in the heat.

Sightseeing on board the historic MS Bruckmadl A breath of history blows around your nose with the wind! On board the MS Bruckmadl, passengers on the "Historic Strudel Tour" not only learn a lot about Regensburg's rich history. This boat trip is also a journey into the past of the Wurm & Noé shipping company, because the Bruckmadl has been there since the beginning under the name MS Agnes Bernauer. Today it shines in a modern, casual maritime style, but has lost none of its historical charm. The main focus of the tour itself is on the history of Regensburg, with interesting facts and sights explained via on-board loudspeakers during the 45-minute trip under the Stone Bridge. A must for tourists and locals alike!

Delve into Munich’s dark past and the birth of the Nazi ideology on a revealing city walking tour. Led by a guide, discover the sites that provided backdrops to Adolf Hitler and his followers as they set about founding the Third Reich, giving Munich its title as the ‘Capital of the Nazi Movement.’ See beer-halls where Nazi brown shirts first gathered, buildings from where Hitler delivered speeches, and memorials to opposers of the movement.

Book ahead to see Hamburg by boat and skip the hassle of purchasing tickets at the port. After booking online, board a hop-on hop-off ferry to explore the Port of Hamburg. Use the hop-off service and explore up to nine different locations; Top attractions in Hamburg such as the International Maritime Museum and the Speicherstadt.

The floating city tour through the "Bavarian Venice": You can enjoy unforgettable views of Passau from the comfort of the ship: the Italian flair of its colorful facades, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Three Rivers Estuary, the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers with their different colors, the Oberhaus and Niederhaus and the "Maria Hilf" monastery. You will receive exciting information about the city and its history via on-board loudspeakers, while you can enjoy coffee and cake, cold drinks or an iced coffee if you wish. Our tip: in the high season, the electrically powered convertible ship MS SUNliner runs tours every half hour!

34 years after the fall of the Berlin Wall, the BWSG is offering a boat tour that traces part of the border in what is now East Berlin. In addition to the many changes that can be discovered from the water in the old and new center of the city, the EAST-SIDE-TOUR shows above all the latest developments in the shadow of the "East-Side-Gallery" - this 1.3 km long concrete remnant of the Berlin Wall, whose post-reunification pictures are currently being lovingly restored and whose name was the inspiration for this tour. With the Oberbaumbrücke, the redesigned Osthafen, the Molecule Men and the passage through the MÜhlendammschleuse, Berlin's cradle of urban development, this tour offers very special highlights. This city tour on the Spree is rounded off with a trip through the parliament and government district, with the Reichstag building and the Federal Chancellery.