Our cruise starts in the vibrant city of Frankfurt am Main. In addition to its imposing skyscrapers, the Finance, Business and Euro metropolis also has picturesque alleyways with a special historical atmosphere.
4Nights
Mini Cruise Main 2025 - BASIC
Frankfurt
‘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 and bustle, you can take a leisurely walk along the lovely bank of the Main.
Wertheim
With its well-preserved city wall, narrow alleyways, richly decorated half-timbered houses and picturesque market square, Wertheim offers a fairly authentic old Franconian image. The ruins of the castle sitting high above the town are one of the largest in Germany. Karl Baedeker described Wertheim as the most beautiful point of the entire journey in his description of the Main in 1862. Come and see for yourself on your Rhine cruise!
Aschaffenburg
Aschaffenburg shines with its fascinating blend of history, culture and scenic beauty. Immerse yourself in the majestic world of Johannisburg Palace, one of the most important Renaissance buildings in Germany, and explore its magnificent rooms and gardens. Stroll through the picturesque old town with its charming half-timbered houses and historic squares before making your way to the Pompejanum, a replica of a Roman villa that offers a fascinating insight into ancient life.
Itinerary
With its well-preserved city wall, narrow alleyways, richly decorated half-timbered houses and picturesque market square, Wertheim is quaint and relatively authentic. The ruined castle, perched on a hill, is one of the largest of its kind in Germany. In his 1862 account of the Main region, Karl Baedeker describes Wertheim as the high point of the entire trip. You can put this claim to the test yourself during your Rhine cruise.
Trips
The ruins of Wertheim Castle are located high above the old town centre at the confluence of the rivers Main and Tauber. Our little train will take you in comfort to the most beautiful and largest ruined stone castle in southern Germany. During a tour, you will discover the beautifully restored and stuccoed banqueting halls, as well as the keep and the altane. Enjoy the marvellous view of the old town and the castle ruins themselves. Afterwards, the little train will take you back, where you can then explore the old town on a tour. Passing the market square and the Angel Fountain, you will learn exciting stories about the special features of Wertheim.
price:
€ 32.00 per person
duration:
approx. 3 Hours
transport:
Little train and walking
level:
Moderate
Aschaffenburg offers its visitors a wide range of experiences and sights. From historic buildings to idyllic nature parks, there is something for everyone to discover here. An absolute highlight is Johannisburg Castle - an imposing Renaissance palace. From its towers, you enjoy a breathtaking view over the old town and the River Main.
Trips
Join us on an excursion through the picturesque town of Aschaffenburg, where culture and history meet nature. From the ship's berthing place, you walk to the high bank of the Main, where the Pompejanum, the world's only replica of a Roman villa from Pompeii, stands in the castle gardens. Walk through the park to Johannisburg Castle, one of the most important palace buildings of the late German Renaissance. Marvel at the enormous four-winged complex, which was built between 1605 and 1614. Afterwards, explore the old town, pass through winding streets and the collegiate basilica of St Peter and Alexander, the only church in the world dedicated to St Peter and Alexander.
price:
€ 52.00 per person
duration:
approx. 3 Hours
transport:
Bus and walking
level:
Moderate
Welcome to Goethe’s birthplace! Here’s another historical fact while we’re at it: this is where the first German national assembly met in 1848. Today, the metropolis on the Main is home to the headquarters of major banks and is also one of Germany’s most important centres of business and commerce. Frankfurt is also known for its many futuristic-looking high-rises. You’ll get a closer view of them when your Rhine cruise takes you along the Main river.
Trips
Frankfurt am Main is known as a financial and banking metropolis. The Frankfurt skyline is graced by skyscrapers, but Frankfurt has much more to offer. Explore the old town with your English-speaking tour guide, past the Römer and the Paulskirche. Or stroll along the Museum Riverbank and discover Frankfurt's museums. You determine the programme and we implement it for you!
price:
€ 329.00 per Reservation for max. 4 people
duration:
approx. 3 Hours
transport:
walking
level:
Moderate
Hint:
This excursion is only bookable on request. We recommend that you make a reservation online.
Let the skyline of Frankfurt with its skyscrapers pass by and experience the financial and banking metropolis. Enjoy a fantastic view over Frankfurt from the approx. 200 metre high Main Tower or discover the old town. We will take you to the highlights of the city in a relaxed atmosphere and according to your wishes!
price:
€ 459.00 per Reservation for max. 4 people
duration:
approx. 3 Hours
transport:
Private Minivan
level:
Easy
Hint:
This excursion is only bookable on request. We recommend that you make a reservation online.
Known as a financial and banking metropolis, with a beautiful old town and the old opera house, Frankfurt has more to offer than skyscrapers. Explore the centre of Frankfurt at the Römer and the Paulskirche or drive to Alt-Sachsenhausen, where apple wine and historic half-timbered houses await you. Get to know the city in cosy togetherness!
price:
€ 429.00 per Reservation for max. 2 people
duration:
approx. 3 Hours
transport:
Private car
level:
Easy
Hint:
This excursion is only bookable on request. We recommend that you make a reservation online.
The skyline, its old town, apple cider - Frankfurt does not fit into any one category. And that's great, because contrasts are exciting. This combination of a city walk and a bus tour takes you to modern boulevards and along the mighty bank skyscrapers, to the quaint district of Sachsenhausen with its apple wine taverns and the historic Römerberg (Roman Mountain). The eponymous 'Roman' has been the city hall since the 15th century. No less impressive is the Baroque Hauptwache (Main Guard House), the Old Opera and the magnificent neoclassical rotunda of St. Paul's Church.
price:
€ 49.00 per person
duration:
approx. 3 Hours
transport:
Bus and walking
level:
Easy
Let the Frankfurt skyline pass by without much effort and marvel at the mighty bank skyscrapers and the quaint old town. Enjoy a relaxed rickshaw ride past Frankfurt's sights and learn interesting facts about the old opera house, St. Paul's Church and life in Frankfurt am Main.
price:
€ 259.00 per Reservation for max. 2 people
duration:
approx. 2 Hours
transport:
Rickshaw and walking
level:
Easy
Hint:
No rain protection. This excursion is only bookable on request. We recommend that you make a reservation online.
Your journey ends in Frankfurt am Main, also known as "Mainhattan". Before you start your journey home, use the day to take a further look around to stroll past the impressive skyline with its modern skyscrapers.
The rate A-ROSA Basic incl. Full Board includes the following services:
- Indulge all day, every day: Comprehensive breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets, embarkation refreshment and daily teatime snack (A‑ROSA ALVA, A‑ROSA ALEA and A‑ROSA CLEA: the main courses are served at the table)
- Special Welcome & Farewell evenings
- Culinary treats and regional delicacies
- Kids Club available on family cruises and all year round on the A-ROSA SENA
- Comprehensive service concept with guest relations management
- Varied onboard entertainment programme
- Water dispensers (Except on board A-ROSA ALEA & A-ROSA CLEA)
- A-ROSA App with information about your cruise
- Free use of the onboard facilities such as sauna and fitness room
Dates & Prices
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
