The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & Castles (amended Itinerary)
8 Days
Tour Description
This magnificent European river cruise holiday begins in Holland’s colourful, modern capital of Amsterdam. See the treasures of this 700-year-old city from a unique perspective on a canal cruise along the elegant grachten. Then, embark on your picturesque cruise along the Rhine River to Cologne, Germany—a 2,000-year-old city known for its Gothic architecture. On a guided city walk, see the famous twin-spired cathedral and explore the cobblestone streets of the Old City.
You’ll sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge—the most beautiful stretch of the Rhine River where ancient castles stand on cliffs 400 feet above the water. In the charming wine town of Rüdesheim, enjoy a stroll through its famous cobblestone Drosselgasse lined with shops, restaurants, and lively taverns. Along the Moselle River, you’ll stop at the picturesque town of Cochem where the Riesling grape is cultivated. Visit Reichsburg Castle, nestled among vineyards and offering breathtaking views of the town and river valley below. In Bernkastel, enjoy a guided walk and taste some of the region’s best-loved wines. Go on an excursion to historical Luxembourg City, offering unique and dramatic views as it is set on two levels—high above on straddling hills and dropping into two river valleys.
You’ll sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge—the most beautiful stretch of the Rhine River where ancient castles stand on cliffs 400 feet above the water. In the charming wine town of Rüdesheim, enjoy a stroll through its famous cobblestone Drosselgasse lined with shops, restaurants, and lively taverns. Along the Moselle River, you’ll stop at the picturesque town of Cochem where the Riesling grape is cultivated. Visit Reichsburg Castle, nestled among vineyards and offering breathtaking views of the town and river valley below. In Bernkastel, enjoy a guided walk and taste some of the region’s best-loved wines. Go on an excursion to historical Luxembourg City, offering unique and dramatic views as it is set on two levels—high above on straddling hills and dropping into two river valleys.
Priced From:
$ 6128pp *
Start Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
End Location: Grevenmacher, Luxembourg
Major Destinations: Amsterdam ,Rhine Gorge,Rüdesheim,Bernkastel,Arles,
Breakfast Meals Included:
7
Lunch Meals Included:
6
Dinner Meals Included:
7
Itinerary
Day
1
AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to Holland. Your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding.
Flights into Amsterdam must arrive by 3:30 pm.
Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.
During tulip season, you may take a Guided Optional Excursion to Keukenhof gardens-with more than seven million tulips, daffodils and hyacinths, as well as other bulbs, planted each year. Outside of tulip season, join a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM (D)
Day
2
AMSTERDAM
Canals of Colourful Amsterdam
Visit the Adventure Centre for today's activities with your Adventure Host.
CLASSIC - Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of the city's "Golden Age."
This afternoon choose among the Guided Optional Excursions available.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO COLOGNE (B,L,D)
Day
3
COLOGNE, GERMANY
Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland
ACTIVE - Enjoy a bike ride like the locals in Cologne with your Adventure Host, OR:
DISCOVERY - Join a Guided Walking Tour of Cologne's important Jewish heritage sites, OR:
CLASSIC - Take a Guided City Walk of Cologne-with its soaring twin-steepled gothic cathedral.
Spend free time over a glass of Kolsch pale lager-locally brewed for over 100 years!
Enjoy live entertainment onboard your ship this evening.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RUDESHEIM (B,L,D)
Day
4
RHINE GORGE-RUDESHEIM-KOBLENZ
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country
En route to Rudesheim, sail through the Rhine Gorge (a UNESCO World Heritage site). Take in the breathtaking views of ancient castles perched on cliffs 400 feet above the water, and pass the legendary Rock of the Lorelei-where the mythological siren's songs lured ill-fated sailors.
ACTIVE - Take an open-air cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument. Ride or walk back down through the vineyards; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rudesheimer coffee, OR;
DISCOVERY - Take a Guided Tour of the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rudesheimer coffee.
Enjoy a leisurely cruise to Koblenz this evening while having dinner onboard.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN KOBLENZ (B,L,D)
Day
5
COCHEM
The Charm of the Moselle Valley
Relax on the Sky Deck of your ship while sailing through the Moselle Valley, famous for the beautiful growing villages and their vineyards.
ACTIVE - See Cochem from atop, hike up to an excellent viewpoint with your Adventure Host, OR:
DISCOVERY - Take part to a Guided Visit to one of the oldest mustard mills, dating back to 1810. Under the guidance of the head mustard "miller", you'll watch mustard being made using traditional skills, more than 200 years of savoir-faire and a recipe that has been passed down several generations, OR:
CLASSIC - Join a Guided Walk of Cochem through its half-timbered houses and winding streets. Visit the hilltop Reichsburg Castle with a bird's-eye-view of the Moselle Valley.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BERNKASTEL (B,L,D)
Day
6
BERNKASTEL
Castle Vines and German Wines
Ask about today's energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.
This morning, select a Guided Optional Excursion to Traben-Trarbach for an underground visit or a panoramic drive through the Moselle region.
ACTIVE - Head out into the fresh air and hike up to Landshut Castle with your Adventure Host, OR:
CLASSIC - Take a Guided Walking Tour of the charming wine village of Bernkastel-with its medieval market place and 17th-century gabled timber-framed houses.
DISCOVERY - Join a Wine Tasting to experience the tradition of legendary German wine making.
Tonight, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO REMICH (B,L,D)
Day
7
REMICH, LUXEMBOURG. EXCURSION TO LUXEMBOURG CITY
Old-World Charm, and World-Class Wine
This morning, you might take a Guided Optional Excursion to Roman Trier-the oldest city in Germany.
ACTIVE - Bike in two countries along the Mosel with your Adventure Host, OR;
DISCOVERY - Enjoy a Wine Walk in Luxembourg's Moselle Region. Discover the way of life and the daily work in the vineyards while enjoying the unique panorama at the Scheuerberg, OR;
CLASSIC - Join a Guided Tour of Luxembourg City-with its dramatic views, ancient ruins, and modern architecture along the deep gorge terrain.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN REMICH (B,L,D)
Day
8
REMICH (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.
Flights should not leave Luxembourg City airport before 8 am. (B)
Dates & prices
Dates
Prices
Status
Departure Date :
2024-09-11
Return Date :
2024-09-18
Single :
10139 NZD
Twin :
6720 NZD
Sold Out
Departure Date :
2024-05-12
Return Date :
2024-05-19
Single :
9221 NZD
Twin :
6128 NZD
Sold Out