9 days - from only £1,749pp
ABOUT THE TOUR
Join us for a memorable cruise along one of the most famous stretches of the majestic Rhine. Brimming with incredible ports-of-call, enjoy visits to iconic destinations including Arnhem, Cologne, Strasbourg. Staying aboard the grand MS Crucevita with its impressive interior and elegant exterior, you’re guaranteed a fantastic holiday.
TOUR INCLUDES
Day 1:
Local departure by coach or Home Connect Service, then travel to Amsterdam, where we embark our ship.
Included meals: Light Supper
Day 2: Amsterdam
Today you are free to explore Amsterdam at your leisure. Amsterdam boasts 120 canals, 1280 bridges and a host of museums. During your free time, why not admire the 17th-century merchant houses or the floating flower market, which is ablaze with colour in every season. There are many traditional and contemporary art galleries too and of course, Amsterdam is a haven for shoppers. We enjoy dinner on board the ship and set sail for Arnhem.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Arnhem to Cologne
We arrive into Arnhem this morning, where there’s the opportunity to explore Arnhem. Arnhem is probably most famous for The Battle of Arnhem which was one of the largest battles in WWII. The historic Rozet Building, as well as Devils House and Sabers Gate. Return to ship in time for lunch and overnight sailing towards Cologne.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Cologne to Koblenz
We arrive into Cologne this morning, where there’s the chance to join an optional walking tour with a local guide. Cologne is a beautiful city, dominated by its huge Gothic cathedral. You’ll have free time to explore at leisure this afternoon before we set sail for Koblenz this evening.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlights
Optional Excursions
Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.
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The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in cash in Euros (for tours to Europe) or Sterling (for UK tours).
Day 5: Koblenz to Rüdesheim
We arrive in the historic city of Koblenz, one of the oldest, most beautiful and most diverse cities in Germany. You’re free to explore at leisure before we return to the ship for lunch and onward sailing towards Rüdesheim. Tonight, there’s the chance to join our optional tour to visit a wine cellar and sample some of the superb wine that the region is so famous for.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Highlights
Optional Excursions
Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.
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TBC |
The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in cash in Euros (for tours to Europe) or Sterling (for UK tours).
Day 6: Mannheim to Strasbourg
We arrive into the port of Mannheim today. After lunch on board, you can join an optional excursion to the majestic city of Heidelberg, home of Germany’s oldest university, for time at leisure. We return to the ship for an overnight sailing towards Strasbourg.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mannheim
Included Highlights
Optional Excursions
Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.
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TBC |
The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in cash in Euros (for tours to Europe) or Sterling (for UK tours).
Day 7: Strasbourg – Mainz
This morning we arrive into the magnificent city of Strasbourg, which is well known for its world heritage status. Enjoy some free time to explore the main sights at leisure or take a walk around the old city. We set sail for Mainz this evening.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8:
This morning we bid farewell to our captain and crew and disembark our ship. Travel to Belgium for an overnight stay.
Included meals: Breakfast
Day 9:
Return home.
Included meals: Breakfast
Designed in an old-world grand yacht style, the elegant MS Crucevita boasts sumptuous fabrics, premium leather furniture and dark wood décor, exuding elegance and luxury to create a boutique feel. The interior of the ship has been designed specifically to offer guests maximum space; the atmospheric living area, with its cosy fireplace and comfortable sofas, is the perfect place to socialise with other guests, whilst the library provides a quiet spot to relax. The professional crew are always on hand to offer a personalised service, and as one of the most impressive river ships in Western Europe, a fantastic river cruising experience is guaranteed.
Travel from most joining points is included within your coach holiday price.
See our full list of our joining points.