Rhine River Cruise Family Bike Tour
From $5,299 - $9,799 /person
+$224 Port Fee
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
2024: Jun, Aug 2025: Jun-Jul
From $5,299 - $9,799 /person
( +$224 Port Fee )
Basel to Amsterdam through Switzerland, France, Germany & the Netherlands
Around each river bend lies a new extraordinary landscape waiting to be discovered by bike. Charming Swiss countryside, rolling Rhine Valley vineyards, fairy-tale Black Forest trails and tidy Dutch canals. History unfolds before you as your family cruises down the Rhine. A tale of kingdoms, Romans, pirates, beauty and trade. Four magnificent countries sharing one captivating waterway. What else can be found just around the river bend? Your family's greatest journey.
Highlights
- Cruise through the stunning Rhine Gorge, where fairy-tale castles and fortress ruins are sprinkled along the water's edge
- Bike with your family through a kaleidoscope of landscapes along some of the Rhine's most stunning stretches
- Discover picturesque Heidelberg, medieval Strasbourg and beautifully preserved Riquewihr
- Unwind at family-friendly biergartens and follow in the footsteps of Romans along the famed Weinstrasse (wine route)
Start Basel, Switzerland
End Amsterdam, 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 tasting 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 views 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 luxurious 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 luxurious 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
Sail to Bonn, the former capital of West Germany and the birthplace of Ludwig van Beethoven • Kids are in for a tasty treat—a dessert making activity • Feel dwarfed by Cologne's Gothic cathedral and learn about the local Brauhaus (brewery) culture • Amsterdam's lovely waterways, arched bridges and crooked canal 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 luxurious 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
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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 luxurious 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
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
- $650 rental fee; subject to availability
- Ride like a pro with the top-of-the-line carbon Cannondale Synapse Hi-Mod Red ETAP AXS
- Delivering phenomenal acceleration and handling in a light and powerful package
- Built for hard-core riders
- $400 rental fee
- Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed Cro-Moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train
- Custom upgraded wheelset
- Best for riders with some tandem experience.
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.
Included in your trip price
- For children up to 85 pounds
- Attaches to an adult bike with your child providing some of the pedal power for a real team effort!
- Ideal for kids who aren't yet ready for bike touring.
- Cannot be pulled by an e-bike.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy
Note: You may only reserve one Stateroom Category at this time. 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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