Rhine River Cruise Family Bike Tour
8 days
7 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Small Luxury Ship
Rhine River Cruise Family Bike Tour
8 days
7 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Small Luxury Ship
2025: Jun2026: Jun-Jul
From $8,530 - $10,730 /person
Includes port fees
Basel to Amsterdam through Switzerland, France, Germany & the Netherlands
History unfolds before you. A tale of kingdoms, Romans, knights and pirates. And the landscapes speak for themselves. Rolling vineyards, Black Forest trails, Dutch canals—around every bend, an adventure.
Highlights
- Cruise the stunning Rhine Gorge, where steep riverside vineyards are crowned with fortress ruins
- Bike with your family through four countries from the Rhine's Swiss headwaters to its Dutch delta
- Discover Heidelberg’s famous castle, Riquewihr’s half-timbered medieval houses and Strasbourg’s canals
- Follow in the footsteps of ancient Romans along the famed Weinstrasse (wine route)
- Unwind at family-friendly biergartens and in cozy taverns
StartBasel, Switzerland
EndAmsterdam, Netherlands
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-3
Families cycle from a quaint village in the Black Forest toward the vineyards of the Rhine Valley • Enjoy superb riding and wine along Alsace's famous Route des Vins • Kids have fun during a special activity just for them • Pedal to the beautiful medieval villages of Riquewihr and Eguisheim • Soak up magical vistas in Strasbourg and admire the Gothic cathedral on a guided city walk • Kids explore the many waterways of Strasbourg on a fun kayaking tour • Pedal along meadows and forests with views of France and Germany.
Nights 1-7
A custom-designed ship featuring stylish private staterooms, panoramic windows, full balconies, an onboard team of classically trained chefs and inviting areas to socialize with fellow passengers. An Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report Readers’ Choice cruise line. (pool)
Days 4-5
Bike into Heidelberg and discover its red sandstone castle • Adults and kids follow in the footsteps of Romans along the famed Weinstrasse (wine route) • Unwind in a local biergarten with a few new friends and a refreshing beer or Radler • Pedal past fairy-tale towns, castles and vineyards through the Rhine Gorge, a spectacular World Heritage site • Take part in a wine tasting and enjoy a picnic lunch at a local family owned winery • The younger set takes on an exhilarating ropes course.
Nights 1-7
A custom-designed ship featuring stylish private staterooms, panoramic windows, full balconies, an onboard team of classically trained chefs and inviting areas to socialize with fellow passengers. An Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report Readers’ Choice cruise line. (pool)
Days 6-8
Enjoy a glimpse of modern Germany in Düsseldorf, one of the country's largest cities, full of clean, green park-like public spaces • While kids enjoy a tasty treat at a dessert-making activity, adults may want to try a mug of locally brewed Altbier ("old beer") and learn about the local Brauhaus (brewery) culture • Amsterdam's lovely waterways, arched bridges and crooked gabled houses are delightful • Two-wheel it through the serene Dutch countryside, where magnificent 17th-century merchant estates abound • Embark on a traditional canal boat cruise along the city's intricate channels.
Nights 1-7
A custom-designed ship featuring stylish private staterooms, panoramic windows, full balconies, an onboard team of classically trained chefs and inviting areas to socialize with fellow passengers. An Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report Readers’ Choice cruise line. (pool)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Most port conditions require that ships tie up alongside each other, in which case you may need to walk through another ship to access our ship. This is a part of river cruising due to its popularity. You may experience obstructed views from your stateroom when the ship is double-docked, but as soon as we set sail again your beautiful views will be restored.
Accommodations
Small Ships, Big Adventures
Our small ships feel more like boutique retreats, offering an experience a world away from the typical large cruise.
Ship may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-7
A custom-designed ship featuring stylish private staterooms, panoramic windows, full balconies, an onboard team of classically trained chefs and inviting areas to socialize with fellow passengers. An Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report Readers’ Choice cruise line. (pool)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Included in your trip price
- Backroads is the only travel company to manufacture it's own line of kid's bikes.
- Features smaller wheels -- the perfect choice for kids.
- On our Family Trips, you'll find 20"" and 24"" bikes.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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Note: Your stateroom will be assigned based on availability. Please contact us if you are interested in booking multiple Stateroom Categories for your party, selecting a specific stateroom, or Single Supplement pricing.
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