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Elbe river cruises

2025 & 2026 Elbe river cruises departures available now!

The Elbe is a Central European river which rises in the Krkonose Mountains in the Czech Republic and traverses most of Germany before arriving at the North Sea. The Vltava is a major tributary that joins the Elbe north of Prague. We propose a lovely 9-day trip between Prague and Berlin on board a river paddleboat that will be docked in Prague!

Several iconic Northern and Central European cities can be explored on an Elbe river cruise: Amsterdam, with its numerous canals and museums dedicated to renowned painters, Berlin the Capital of Germany with a fascinating history, Hamburg the second largest city in Germany famous for its harbor and the Alster, and Prague, characterized by its architectural gems including the Charles Bridge and its castle.

CroisiEurope offers Themed cruises according to the seasons.

From Prague to Amsterdam via Berlin, this Elbe river cruise has everything you need. Cross the cradle of Germanic culture and embark on a cruise to discover the heart of Europe.

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Prague, Dresden, and the Castles of Bohemia: A Spectacular Cruise on the Elbe and Vltava Rivers

PRAGUE - SLAPY - STECHOVICE - PRAGUE -  MELNIK - Dresden - PRAGUE

Discover the many hidden treasures of Bohemia on this exclusive itinerary. Reconnect with nature on excursions to top destinations set in idyllic landscapes along the Elbe and Vltava Rivers. We’ll visit Prague and Dresden, authentic cities that exude charm and boast a rich cultural and architectural history. The castles of Bohemia, symbols of the nobility and aristocracy, house many surprising works of art.

Next departures:  04/25/2026, 06/06/2026
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7 Days
FROM$2103
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$2804
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From Amsterdam to Berlin (port-to-port cruise)

AMSTERDAM - HOORN - LEMMER - OLDENBOURG - BREME - NIENBURG - MINDEN - HANOVER - MAGDEBOURG - POTSDAM - BERLIN

From Amsterdam to Berlin, explore the northern canals by cruising  the Elbe and the Havel. You will discover Amsterdam and its famous UNESCO World Heritage Canals before diving into the heart of charming Dutch cities. In Germany, you will have the option to visit the Meyer Werft shipyard before exploring Bremen, the oldest maritime city in the country. Discover Hanover, Magdeburg or Potsdam, cities that will make you appreciate the fascinating heritage of Germany. Your cruise will end in Berlin.

Next departures:  04/21/2026, 05/21/2026
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12 Days
FROM$2918
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From Berlin to Amsterdam (port-to-port cruise)

BERLIN - POTSDAM - WUSTERWITZ - MAGDEBURG - WOLFSBURG - HANOVER - MINDEN - NIENBURG - HOYA - BREMEN - OLDENBURG - GAARKEUKEN - AMSTERDAM(2)

From Berlin to Amsterdam, explore the northern canals by cruising the Elbe and the Havel. You will discover the history of Berlin, before exploring Potsdam, Magdeburg or Bremen, cities that will make you appreciate the eclectic heritage of Germany. You will have the option to visit the Meyer Werft shipyard before diving into the heart of charming Dutch cities. Your cruise will end in Amsterdam, famous for its UNESCO World Heritage canals.

Next departures:  07/08/2025
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12 Days
FROM$3121
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From Prague to Berlin: Cruise on the Vltava and Elbe Rivers (port-to-port cruise)

PRAGUE - LITOMERICE - BAD SCHANDAU - DRESDEN - MEISSEN - LUTHERSTADT WITTENBERG - BURG - GENTHIN - BERLIN

From Prague to Berlin, discover the charming cities of Germany and Czech Republic, marked by their past but also by their cultural diversity. Visit the cities of Berlin, Potsdam, Dresden and Prague, cities that are authentic and full of charm. Let yourself be seduced by our excursions such as the gardens of the Sanssouci Palace or the Elbe Sandstone Mountains.

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Next departures:  10/16/2026, 11/01/2026
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9 Days
FROM$2843
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From Berlin to Prague: Cruise on the Elbe and Vltava Rivers (port-to-port cruise)

BERLIN - WUSTERWITZ - MAGDEBOURG - WITTENBERG - MEISSEN - DRESDEN - USTI - KRALUPY - PRAGUE

From Berlin to Prague, discover the charming cities of Germany and Czech Republic, marked by their past but also by their cultural diversity. Visit the cities of Berlin, Potsdam, Dresden and Prague, cities that are authentic and full of charm. Let yourself be seduced by our excursions such as the gardens of the Sanssouci Palace or the Elbe Sandstone Mountains.

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Next departures:  11/02/2025, 11/18/2025
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9 Days
FROM$2843
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From Copenhagen to Berlin: The Baltic Sea, the Oder and Havel and Elbe Rivers (port-to-port cruise)

Copenhagen - Gedser - Rostock - STRALSUND - Island of Rügen - LAUTERBACH - Island of Usedom - WOLGAST - SZCZECIN - MESCHERIN - NIEDERFINOW - LEHNITZ - BERLIN - POTSDAM - BRANDENBURG - BURG - MAGDEBURG - CALVOERDE - WOLFSBURG - ANDERTEN - MINDEN - NIENBURG - HOYA - BREMEN - OLDENBURG - DOERPEN - PAPENBURG - GRONINGEN - AMSTERDAM(3)

From Copenhagen to Amsterdam, sail along the Baltic Sea, the Oder, the Havel and the Elbe on a cruise combining modernity and tradition, originality and simplicity. Visit the remains of Chorin Abbey, the finest example of brick architecture in Northern Germany. Discover spectacular coastlines with fine sandy beaches and limestone cliffs on the islands of Usedom and Rügen. You will discover the charm of cities such as Berlin, Bremen, Hannover, Amsterdam, and captivating cities such as Stralsund, Greifswald, Magdeburg or Nienburg.

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19 Days
On request
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From Berlin to Strasbourg (port-to-port cruise)

BERLIN - POTSDAM - BRANDENBURG - MAGDEBURG - WOLFSBURG - ANDERTEN - MINDEN - NIENBURG - HOYA - BREMEN - OLDENBURG - PAPENBURG - GRONINGEN - AMSTERDAM(2) - NIJMEGEN - COLOGNE - RÜDESHEIM - MANNHEIM - Heidelberg(1) - STRASBOURG

Cruise the northern canals from Berlin to Amsterdam, along the Elbe and Havel rivers. You'll discover the history of Berlin, with its prestigious castles and tormented past, before exploring Potsdam, Magdeburg and Bremen, all cities that will make you appreciate the eclecticism of Germany's heritage. The Meyer Werft shipyard will open its doors to you before sailing into the heart of the Netherlands. Your cruise continues along the Rhine and the famous Romantic Rhine Valley. Between Amsterdam and Strasbourg, the Rhine reveals itself at every port of call. Enjoy a multi-faceted cruise between nature and culture.

Next departures:  08/13/2026
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18 Days
FROM$4754
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