--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 498cd406-2cbd-45ca-a03f-a8dfb8e0e6c4 slug: 2263151 voyage_code: None cruise_line: A-ROSA ship: A-ROSA CLEA departure_date: return_date: nights: 7 embarkation_port: Frankfurt disembarkation_port: Frankfurt starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T02:09:11Z --- # Southern Rhine New Year's Dream 2026 > A-ROSA · A-ROSA CLEA · Dec 27 – Jan 3   (7 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | A-ROSA | | **Ship** | A-ROSA CLEA | | **Duration** | 7 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Frankfurt | | **Disembarkation Port** | Frankfurt | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | None | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Frankfurt **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 10:30 PM ‘Hier bin ich Mensch, hier darf ich’s sein’ (‘Here I am man, dare man to be’). This quote by Frankfurt’s most famous son – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe – actually comes from his play Faust (and the English translation by Bayard Taylor), but it is also a very fitting way to describe Goethe’s hometown. Frankfurt’s combination of modern skyscrapers housing major finance companies and the old town with its historic buildings and half-timbered houses is unique. And if you fancy a br... ### Day 2: Rudesheim **Arrives:** 05:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM In the Upper Middle Rhine Valley – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – the town of Rüdesheim marks the end of several old merchants’ routes. This strategically important point used to be protected by four castles. Picturesque Rüdesheim is known all around the world for its outstanding wines. Make sure you take a walk through the charming little streets of the old town. Drosselgasse, an alleyway with half-timbered facades, is known as ‘The World’s Longest Wine Bar‘ and is reputed to be t... ### Day 3: Speyer **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:30 PM Speyer is a city in Rhineland-Palatinate in Germany with approximately 50,000 inhabitants. Located on the left bank of the river Rhine, Speyer lies 25 km south of Ludwigshafen and Mannheim, and 21 km south-west of Heidelberg. Founded by the Romans, it is one of Germany's oldest cities. ### Day 4: Breisach **Arrives:** 01:30 PM · **Departs:** 11:30 PM Breisach is a town with approximately 16,500 inhabitants, situated along the Rhine in the Rhine Valley, in the district Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, about halfway between Freiburg and Colmar — 20 kilometres away from each — and about 60 kilometres north of Basel near the Kaiserstuhl. ### Day 5: Basel **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Founded right on the spot where Switzerland, Germany and France meet, Basel soon became an important European hub and centre of trade due to its special location. A popular attraction in the city is Switzerland’s oldest zoo – which the locals affectionately call the ‘Zolli’. It is one of the most important zoos in Switzerland and has gained global recognition for its breeding programmes. Basel also has eight churches with historical organs that still fill the naves with excellent music t... ### Day 6: Basel **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 01:00 AM Founded right on the spot where Switzerland, Germany and France meet, Basel soon became an important European hub and centre of trade due to its special location. A popular attraction in the city is Switzerland’s oldest zoo – which the locals affectionately call the ‘Zolli’. It is one of the most important zoos in Switzerland and has gained global recognition for its breeding programmes. Basel also has eight churches with historical organs that still fill the naves with excellent music t... ### Day 6: Strasbourg (Kehl) **Arrives:** 03:00 PM · **Departs:** 10:00 PM The Roman commander Drusus founded Strasbourg as a military outpost in 12 BCE. Today it is a thriving metropolis that has maintained many small half-timbered houses and an historic old town. Even the briefest glance at Strasbourg Cathedral will tell you that you are standing before one of the most important of its kind in Europe – and one of the largest sandstone buildings in the world. ### Day 7: Mainz **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:00 PM Halfway between Lake Constance and the North Sea, the Rhine meets Mainz. This carnival city is known for its cheerful atmosphere and its hospitality. Why not go for a stroll along the tranquil riverbank or enjoy a good glass of local wine while you’re there? You could also visit the city’s main landmark: Saint Martin’s Cathedral. It boasts one of the richest church interiors in the Christian world. Another important building in Mainz is the Kurfürstliche Schloss (Electoral Palace). Thi... ### Day 8: Frankfurt **Arrives:** 04:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ‘Hier bin ich Mensch, hier darf ich’s sein’ (‘Here I am man, dare man to be’). This quote by Frankfurt’s most famous son – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe – actually comes from his play Faust (and the English translation by Bayard Taylor), but it is also a very fitting way to describe Goethe’s hometown. Frankfurt’s combination of modern skyscrapers housing major finance companies and the old town with its historic buildings and half-timbered houses is unique. And if you fancy a br... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **2-Bed Outside Cabin** (Code: S) Spacious and comfortable outside cabin. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe. **2-Bed Outside Cabin** (Code: A) Spacious and comfortable outside cabin. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe. ### Balcony Cabins **2-Bed Outside Cabin with Juliette Balcony** (Code: C) Spacious and comfortable outside cabin with a Juliette balcony. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe. ## Ship Information ### A-ROSA CLEA You travel from one impressive metropolis to the next and can enjoy varied nature and regions alongside the most diverse cities. Along the Rhine, guests will find wild landscapes, lonely castles, romantic villages and lively cities, medieval old towns, half-timbered houses and modern architecture. During a Rhine cruise on the A-ROSA CLEA, however, there are also sections of the Main and Moselle to discover, each with its own unique character. On shore excursions, you can stroll through cities such as Amsterdam, Cologne, Frankfurt am Main, Strasbourg​​​​​​​, Basel or Antwerp and their surroundings. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 140 | | Crew | 0 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 0.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 70 | ## Ports of Call ### Frankfurt *Coordinates: 50.1115, 8.68051* ‘Hier bin ich Mensch, hier darf ich’s sein’ (‘Here I am man, dare man to be’). This quote by Frankfurt’s most famous son – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe – actually comes from his play Faust (and the English translation by Bayard Taylor), but it is also a very fitting way to describe Goethe’s hometown. Frankfurt’s combination of modern skyscrapers housing major finance companies an... ### Rudesheim *Coordinates: 49.979, 7.92637* In the Upper Middle Rhine Valley – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – the town of Rüdesheim marks the end of several old merchants’ routes. This strategically important point used to be protected by four castles. Picturesque Rüdesheim is known all around the world for its outstanding wines. Make sure you take a walk through the charming little streets of the old town. Drosselgasse, an alleyway... ### Speyer *Coordinates: 49.3173, 8.43101* Speyer is a city in Rhineland-Palatinate in Germany with approximately 50,000 inhabitants. Located on the left bank of the river Rhine, Speyer lies 25 km south of Ludwigshafen and Mannheim, and 21 km south-west of Heidelberg. Founded by the Romans, it is one of Germany's oldest cities. ### Breisach *Coordinates: 48.032, 7.57847* Breisach is a town with approximately 16,500 inhabitants, situated along the Rhine in the Rhine Valley, in the district Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, about halfway between Freiburg and Colmar — 20 kilometres away from each — and about 60 kilometres north of Basel near the Kaiserstuhl. ### Basel *Coordinates: 47.5596, 7.58061* Founded right on the spot where Switzerland, Germany and France meet, Basel soon became an important European hub and centre of trade due to its special location. A popular attraction in the city is Switzerland’s oldest zoo – which the locals affectionately call the ‘Zolli’. It is one of the most important zoos in Switzerland and has gained global recognition for its breeding programmes. B... ### Strasbourg (Kehl) *Coordinates: 48.5725, 7.81327* The Roman commander Drusus founded Strasbourg as a military outpost in 12 BCE. Today it is a thriving metropolis that has maintained many small half-timbered houses and an historic old town. Even the briefest glance at Strasbourg Cathedral will tell you that you are standing before one of the most important of its kind in Europe – and one of the largest sandstone buildings in the world. ### Mainz *Coordinates: 49.9951, 8.24725* Halfway between Lake Constance and the North Sea, the Rhine meets Mainz. This carnival city is known for its cheerful atmosphere and its hospitality. Why not go for a stroll along the tranquil riverbank or enjoy a good glass of local wine while you’re there? You could also visit the city’s main landmark: Saint Martin’s Cathedral. It boasts one of the richest church interiors in the Christ... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2263151 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2263151 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2263151.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2263151/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/arosa/arosa-clea/other/79055.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 02:09:11 UTC