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The Rhine and Moselle Rivers

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Sail the romantic Rhine River and follow its remarkable route, meandering between sheer rocks, past small islands and fortified castles sitting high above the vineyards - evidence of an eventful past, enriched by great myths and legends. Then discover the unexplored gems of the Moselle, a wonderful river that also cuts through vineyards planted up the steep sloping river banks and hillsides, flowing past fortified castles and typical towns and villages where medieval-style houses have slate roofs and half-timbered walls.
Medieval bridge Ponts Couverts and cathedralWine tastingObserve Rudesheim's famous vineyardsKoblenz at nightStrasbourg at dusk
Highlights
  • Enjoy a tasting of the unique and famous wines of the region
  • Visit Koblenz's rich collection of cultural monuments & historic buildings
  • Discover the enchanting town of Cochem dating from the Middle Ages
Activities
Places Visited
Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Strasbourg, France | Embark

Board at the end of the afternoon in Strasbourg and depart on your cruise to Mainz. Enjoy a welcome cocktail and the crew presentation followed by dinner on board and an evening of entertainment. 

Day 2: Mainz, Germany | Rüdesheim | Boppard

Arrive early in the morning in Mainz. Join a guided tour of the city and visit the Gutenberg Museum. In the 17th and 18th centuries, top architects and sculptors enhanced the basic shape of the town with fine palaces and churches. Return on board and cruise to Rüdesheim, arriving early in the afternoon. Take a unique excursion that offers a tourist train, tasting of the famous wines of the region, and a guided tour of the mechanical music cabinet museum. Then sail to Boppard through the romantic Rhine Valley, passing through the legendary Lorelei Rock. Arrive in Boppard - once a Roman fort, it has all the ingredients for an unforgettable visit. 

Day 3: Koblenz | Alken

Cruise to Koblenz, situated at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle Rivers. Koblenz offers visitors a rich collection of cultural monuments and historic buildings. Discover the town with an accompanist. Return on board and make your way to Alken. There enjoy a visit to Thurant Castle. An excellent symbol of the region, the fortified castle at Thurant is one of the oldest in the Moselle region. Return on board for a fun evening of entertainment. 

Day 4: Alken | Cochem

Spend the morning sailing to Cochem along the Moselle, whose meanders have carved out a unique landscape of incomparable beauty. Arrive in Cochem, and join a guided walking tour of this enchanting city. The old town has managed to retain much from its prestigious past, including fine squares dating from the Middle Ages and half-timbered houses. Enjoy an exclsuive Gala dinner on board and dancing evening.

Day 5: Strasbourg | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
Enjoy the last buffet breakfast on board followed by disembarkation in the morning.

Ship/Hotel

MS France

Cabins on the MS France

MS France

Experience a unique river cruise voyage on board the MS France, a comfortable ship built in 2001 and renovated in 2010, with the capacity to accommodate 159 passengers. Discover the treasures of the Seine, taste some of the best French and European cuisine, and enjoy the amenities offered by the ship's professional and friendly crew.
MS France Main Deck Suite
MS France
MS France

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Cabins on the MS France
Main Deck - Cat A
50 cabins (44 twins, 4 triple cabins, 1 single cabin) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
MS France Main Deck Suite
Main Deck- Cat B
20 double cabins - equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
MS France Main Deck Suite
Main Deck-Cat C
18 double cabins 4 triple cabins 1 single cabin - equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Cabins on the MS France
Upper Deck-Cat A
28 cabins all cabins are equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Cabins on the MS France
Upper Deck-Cat B
2 double cabins 2 PRM cabins - equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.

Notes

20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Included
  • 4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 4 Dinners
  • 4 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Accommodation in double cabins
  • Wi-fi access
  • All meals are served in one service. Breakfast is buffet style, and lunch and dinner are served at the table
  • In the case of cruises offering extensions in hotels, the catering services are only as those detailed in the programs concerned
  • Drinks (unless stated otherwise in the cruise program). The drinks included in the package are those provided by CroisiEurope and consumed as part of the meals taken aboard the boat, as well as in the bar (with the exception of the special bar card and wine list). Their non-exhaustive list is: water, wine, beer, fruit juice, coffee
  • Port taxes
  • Insurance assistance / repatriation
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel Surcharge - to be invoiced separately
  • Cancellation and baggage insurance
  • Routings (unless otherwise stated), airport taxes, and handling fees
  • All services not mentioned in the program
  • Drinks on the bar's and restaurant's special wine lists
  • Drinks taken during meals during excursions, extensions or transfers

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Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
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