--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: d929b820-a78b-4aa2-96a4-86d5ee197624 slug: 2319195 voyage_code: None cruise_line: A-ROSA ship: A-ROSA ALEA departure_date: return_date: nights: 5 embarkation_port: Frankfurt disembarkation_port: Frankfurt starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-04T20:59:21Z --- # Main Meets Rhine Metropolises 2027 > A-ROSA · A-ROSA ALEA · May 14 – 19, 2027   (5 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | A-ROSA | | **Ship** | A-ROSA ALEA | | **Duration** | 5 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:** 09:00 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 break from the hustle ... ### Day 2: Mannheim **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Mannheim is a city in southwest Germany, on the Rhine and Neckar rivers. The baroque 18th-century Mannheim Palace houses historical exhibits, plus the University of Mannheim. In the grid-like center, called the Quadrate, Marktplatz Square features a baroque fountain with statues. Planken shopping street leads southeast to the Romanesque Water Tower, in the art nouveau gardens of Friedrichsplatz. ### Day 3: Strasbourg (Kehl) **Arrives:** 08:30 AM · **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 4: Speyer **Arrives:** 06:00 AM · **Departs:** 03:00 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: Mainz **Arrives:** 08:30 PM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM 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). This is a ... ### Day 5: Mainz **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:01 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). This is a ... ### Day 5: Frankfurt **Arrives:** 05:00 PM · **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 break from the hustle ... ### Day 6: Frankfurt **Arrives:** 12:00 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 break from the hustle ... ## 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) 2-bed outside cabin, A 14 m² 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. ## Ship Information ### A-ROSA ALEA 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 ALEA, 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 | 138 | | Crew | 0 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 0.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 69 | ## 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 and the old town with ... ### Mannheim *Coordinates: 49.4847, 8.47672* Mannheim is a city in southwest Germany, on the Rhine and Neckar rivers. The baroque 18th-century Mannheim Palace houses historical exhibits, plus the University of Mannheim. In the grid-like center, called the Quadrate, Marktplatz Square features a baroque fountain with statues. Planken shopping street leads southeast to the Romanesque Water Tower, in the art nouveau gardens of Friedrichsplatz. ### 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. ### 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. ### 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 Christian wo... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2319195 - **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/2319195 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2319195.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2319195/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/arosa/arosa-alea/other/79056.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-04 20:59:21 UTC