Cruises from Cologne

4 cruise lines and 17 ships sailing from Cologne, Germany

Cruises visiting Cologne

Cologne announces itself from the Rhine with the soaring twin spires of its Gothic cathedral. Step ashore to explore a compact old town, Roman remains, and museums holding major works of art. The cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, anchors the city centre. Enjoy Kölsch in a traditional brewery, then cross the river for a view of the skyline.

Cruises from Cologne, Germany

Sailings departing from Cologne, earliest departure first.

46 Sailings Found
Cologne, Germany

15 Days One-Way from Cologne to Budapest

Riviera Radiance

Departs
May 16th 2027
Duration
14 nights
From
$4,449
per person, double occupancy
Ports of call: +8 more ports
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Cologne, Germany

8 Days One-Way from Cologne to Bonn

Arosa Clea

Departs
May 28th 2027
Duration
7 nights
From
$1,236
per person, double occupancy
Ports of call: +1 more port
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Cologne, Germany

8 Days One-Way from Cologne to Basel

MS Oscar Wilde

Departs
June 1st 2027
Duration
7 nights
From
$1,999
per person, double occupancy
Ports of call: +1 more port
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Cologne, Germany

11 Days One-Way from Cologne to Land Tour

MS Oscar Wilde

Departs
June 1st 2027
Duration
10 nights
From
$4,198
per person, double occupancy
Ports of call: +1 more port
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Cologne, Germany

15 Days One-Way from Cologne to Budapest

MS George Eliot

Departs
June 2nd 2027
Duration
14 nights
From
$4,299
per person, double occupancy
Ports of call: +8 more ports
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Cologne, Germany

8 Days Cologne, Germany Round Trip

MS Swiss Crystal

Departs
June 9th 2027
Duration
7 nights
From
$1,574
per person, double occupancy
Ports of call: +4 more ports
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Cologne, Germany

8 Days Cologne, Germany Round Trip

MS Oscar Wilde

Departs
June 15th 2027
Duration
7 nights
From
$2,199
per person, double occupancy
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Cologne, Germany

8 Days One-Way from Cologne to Land Tour

MS George Eliot

Departs
September 1st 2027
Duration
7 nights
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Cologne, Germany

8 Days One-Way from Cologne to Basel

SS Victoria

Departs
December 2nd 2027
Duration
7 nights
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Ports of call: +3 more ports
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Cologne, Germany

7 Days Cologne, Germany Round Trip

Arosa Silva

Departs
December 27th 2027
Duration
6 nights
From
$1,690
per person, double occupancy
Ports of call:
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Cruise lines embarking (starting) at Cologne (4)

Cruise lineCategoryTypeShips departing from Cologne
Uniworld Luxury River River Duchess, SS Antoinette, SS Victoria
Riviera Travel Premium River MS Emily Bronte, MS Geoffrey Chaucer (no upcoming dates — contact a Waterways Cruise consultant for additional dates on MS Geoffrey Chaucer cruises departing Cologne), MS George Eliot, MS Oscar Wilde, MS Swiss Crystal, Riviera Radiance
A Rosa Cruises Contemporary River Arosa Alea, Arosa Aqua, Arosa Brava, Arosa Clea, Arosa Sena, Arosa Silva
CroisiEurope Contemporary River ms Lafayette, ms Mona Lisa

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Published September 25, 2026