Discover the most beautiful section of theromantic Rhine River. Pass by numerous castles nestled in famed vineyards and the celebrated Rock of Lorelei. Visit Rudesheim and enjoy a tourist train stop at a wine-tasting cellar, followed by a visit to the Museum of Mechanical Music. Explore Heidelberg, a cosmopolitan, friendly, and vibrant city made up of 15 distinct neighborhoods and particularly attractive to families, students, business people, and researchers. Its high quality of life comes through to visitors, who feel genuinely at home here. Experience all of this and more on an incredible 5-day expedition aboard the MS Gérard Schmitter.
Highlights
Explore Koblenz and observe the unique Stolzenfels Castle
Visit the historical Bassenheimer Hof cellar and join a wine tasting
Enjoy the breathtaking views of Rüdesheim and the Rhine River
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
Board at the end of the afternoon in Strasbourg. Join the presentation of the crew and welcome cocktail followed by dinner on board. Enjoy a tour of old Strasbourg at night aboard a canal boat (depending on availability).
Sail to Lauterbourg, Speyer, and Mainz. Then continue towards Koblenz and up the most beautiful section of the romantic Rhine by the towns of Kaub, Oberwesel, and Sankt Goar. Before you reach Koblenz, you are able to glimpse magnificent Stolzenfels Castle on the hills. Arrive in Koblenz at the end of the afternoon, and discover the old city while you enjoy a free evening.
Day 3: Koblenz - The Romantic Rhine Valley - Rudesheim
Cruise up the most beautiful part of the romantic Rhine between Koblenz and Rüdesheim. Pass numerous castles nestling in the famed vineyards and the celebrated rock of the Lorelei. Lunch on board. Arrival in Rüdesheim early in the afternoon. Shopping or excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: departure in a touristic train stopping at a wine tasting cellar, followed by a visit to the museum of mechanical music.
DISCOVERY: hiking through the vineyards in Rudesheim.
In the evening, the famous Drosselgasse awaits you with its numerous cafés and bands.
Departing early in the morning, the ship cruises up the Rhine to Mannheim, passing the towns of Wiesbaden, Nierstein, and Worms. Join the excursion for both packages, exploring Heidelberg. Returning on board late in the afternoon, the evening is dedicated to the gala and dinner. The ship sails towards Strasbourg through the night.
Day 5: Strasbourg | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Enjoy your last buffet breakfast on board. Arrive in Strasbourg in the morning and disembark.
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Main Deck-Cat A
25 cabins (18 twins, 7 cabins with a double bed) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Main Deck- Cat B
4 double cabins
-equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Main Deck- Cat C
9 double cabins
-equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Middle Deck-Cat A
21 cabins (16 twins, 4 cabins with a double bed, 1 cabin equipped of disabled with double bed). All cabins are equipped with a shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Middle Deck-Cat B
4 double cabins
1 PRM cabin
-equipped of disabled with double bed). All cabins are equipped with a shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Upper Deck-Cat A
41 cabins (39 twins, 2 cabins with a double bed) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Upper Deck-Cat B
23 double 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
Initial deposit is 25%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Bank transfer or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
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