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Rhine & Moselle Highlights - See the highlights of the Rhine and Moselle on one fabulous cruise. From the mystic charm and legends of the Rhine Gorge to the verdant vineyards of the Moselle,we cruise the waters
of these two famous rivers, stopping at towns and villages along the way to explore the area and experience local tradition and delicacies.



From: £919

Rhine & Moselle Highlights

See the highlights of the Rhine and Moselle on one fabulous cruise. From the mystic charm and legends of the Rhine Gorge to the verdant vineyards of the Moselle,  we cruise the waters of these two famous rivers, stopping at towns and villages along the way to explore the area and experience local tradition and delicacies. You can also choose from a range of optional excursions to enhance your holiday, see the world’s highest cold water geyser at Andernach or discover the exciting city of Luxembourg and much more.

Koblenz
Koblenz

Tour Inclusions & Scenic Highlights

  • High-speed train service from London St Pancras directly to Europe and then by regional rail to your cruise departure point
  • Return travel depending on your chosen cruise
  • En-suite cabin accommodation
  • Full board during your cruise
  • Cruise itinerary as described
  • On board entertainment program
  • Services of our experienced Cruise Manager
  • Great choice of optional excursions
  • Port taxes, road taxes and tolls

Optional Tour Excursions

    Heart of the Moselle Wine Tasting £17
    Bernkastel Highlights £12
    Trier £14
    Luxembourg £14
    Meandering Moselle Towns £12
    Rhine Wine Tasting Evening £15
    Rüdesheim Highlights £22
    Andernach Geyser £15
    Special pre-book package price £99
    Saving per person £22

Tour Map


Rhine & Moselle Highlights Map
Rhine & Moselle Highlights Map

Itinerary

Day 1 – UK - Andernach
We travel to Andernach and board our ship where you can relax or venture into this attractive Rhineland town.

Day 2 – Andernach - Cochem
Cruising up the Rhine to Koblenz, where the Rhine and Moselle meet, we continue through the spectacular Moselle Valley to reach the charming town of Cochem. Here you can sample some of the regions fine wines on our optional excursion before enjoying a relaxing evening in Cochem.

Day 3 – Cochem - Bernkastel
Following the gentle twists and turns of the Moselle, we stop at the wine capital of Bernkastel. Our optional excursion introduces you to the highlights of this beautiful town, including the famous medieval square with its iconic half-timbered houses.

Day 4 – Bernkastel - Trier
Casting off this morning, we pass quaint villages and vineyards before calling in at Trier, Germany’s oldest city. With so much to see in this former residence of Roman Emperors you can take our optional tour, or explore at leisure.

Day 5 – Trier - Traben Trarbach
Discover the ‘Gibraltar of the North’ on our full day optional excursion to Luxembourg. Meanwhile our ship sails to the spa and wine centre of Traben Trarbach where we return in time for dinner.

Day 6 – Traben Trarbach - Cochem - Koblenz
We retrace our route to Cochem where you can join our optional Meandering Moselle Towns excursion, visiting the quaint villages of Beilstein and Winnigen. We return to our ship, back on the Rhine in the walled city of Koblenz, where you can join our wine tasting optional excursion.

Day 7 – Koblenz - Rüdesheim
Cruising through dramatic scenery, we reach the Rhineland town of Rüdesheim. To really appreciate this beautiful region you can join our optional highlights excursion, which features a panoramic ride to the heights of the Rhine Gorge by cable car.

Day 8 – Rüdesheim - Andernach
Our final port of call is Andernach where you can join our optional excursion to the Namedyer Werth Nature Reserve. A 15 minute boat ride on the Rhine takes you to see the unique natural phenomenon of the Andernach Geyser – the world’s highest cold water geyser. We also visit the Discovery Centre.

Day 9 – Andernach - UK
This morning we bid farewell to our Captain and crew and disembark for the return journey to the UK.

  1. Dates & Pricing
  2. Trains & Transportation
  3. Accommodations
  4. Insurance

Dates & Pricing

Departure Date Single Room Twin Double
24th March, 2012 £979 £919
     
Cabin upgrade prices per person    
Grade M2S   £90
Grade M2L   £180
Grade P2S   £270
Grade P2X   £300

Trains & Transportation

Eurostar: Eurostar is the high-speed rail service directly linking the UK to France and Belgium via the Channel Tunnel. It started operating in 1994, providing city centre to city centre services.

Other local service trains: Various other local train service may be used on this journey.

MPS Lady Anne: Described as a floating "home from home",owner and Captain of the mps Lady Anne, Wido Arts, has brought together an experienced and amiable crew whose priority is your comfort and enjoyment.

Accommodations

MPS Lady Anne: Described as a floating "home from home",owner and Captain of the mps Lady Anne, Wido Arts, has brought together an experienced and amiable crew whose priority is your comfort and enjoyment.

Deck Plan: Download MPS Lady Anne Deck Plan

Grade P2S Cabin on Louis MPS Lady Anne cruise ship
Grade P2S Cabin


Insurance

Travel insurance is a vital aspect to booking a holiday, giving you protection against unforeseen circumstances that could otherwise spoil your holiday. It is important that you purchase travel insurance that properly covers your participation in whatever activities you may undertake at the time that you make your booking.

Age GroupPrice
18 and over£32.95
2 - 17£16.48



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