Board MS Monet in Strasbourg and sail the Rhine and Moselle Rivers on a 5-day cruise through Germany’s scenic heartland. Visit Mainz for a guided tour and stop at the Gutenberg Museum. Continue to Rüdesheim for wine tasting and a visit to the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments. Cruise through the Romantic Rhine Valley to Boppard, then explore Koblenz and visit Thurant Castle in Alken. In Cochem, choose between a guided walking tour or a panoramic hike. From historic towns to picturesque landscapes, this itinerary blends cultural highlights with relaxing river travel. Disembark in Cochem with a coach transfer back to Strasbourg. This cruise offers a balanced mix of guided activities and leisure time, making it an ideal way to explore the Rhine and Moselle regions in comfort.
Highlights
Visit Gutenberg Museum during guided tour of Mainz
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 in Strasbourg at 5:00 p.m. After settling into your cabins, be introduced to the crew over a welcome cocktail enjoy an evening of entertainment. Continue your cruise through the night.
*Passengers will choose either the Classic or Discovery package to participate in for the duration of the voyage.
Take part in a guided tour of Mainz and visit the Gutenberg Museum, available with both excursion packages. Return to the ship and cruise toward Rüdesheim. Later, take a tourist train, sample regional wines, and tour the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments—also available with both packages. Continue cruising through the Romantic Rhine Valley to Boppard. In the evening, explore the town independently or join the onboard hostess for a walking tour.
Cruise towards Koblenz. Join your onboard hostess on a discovery tour of the town. Set sail for Alken, arrive in the early afternoon. Join an excursion for both packages: Visit to Thurant Castle. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.
Ship will sail towards Cochem. Spend the morning cruising along the Moselle, whose meanders have carved out a unique landscape of incredible beauty, just crying out to be explored. This afternoon's excursions are:
Classic: Guided walking tour of Cochem.
Discovery: Panoramic hiking in Cochem.
Tonight is your gala evening and dinner.
Day 5: Cochem | Disembark | Strasbourg
1 Breakfast
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. and enjoying a free time in Cochem. Coach transfer back to Strasbourg.
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$1,3692-3 travelers
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Main Deck-Cat A
50 cabins (7 double, 37 twins, 4 triple cabins, 2 single cabins) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Main Deck- Cat B
equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Main Deck- Cat C
equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Upper Deck-Cat A
28 cabins (3 double, 25 twins) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Upper Deck-Cat B
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 30%, 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
The trip might have been the absolute best of our lifetime (thus far). We particularly want to commend our guide Peter in the Guilin area-he was so incredibly attentive, energetic, enthusiastic-and absolutely dedicated to ensuring that our meals were 100% vegetarian.
