Middle Rhine River Cruise: Explore Scenic Beauty and Rich Traditions
Immerse yourself in the beauty and traditions of this world-famous scenic region on our longer river cruise, showcasing the very best of the Middle Rhine. Discover spectacular cities with UNESCO cathedrals and ancient castles, and savor gentle vine-clad landscapes awash with timber-framed towns soaked in medieval charm.
At a Glance
- Free Superior Drinks Package
- 10 Nights on Board a Five-Star Ship
- Return Flights & Transfers
- 17 Included Experiences
- Full Board Dining
- Complimentary On-Board Tea & Coffee
- Expert Riviera Cruise Director & Concierge
- Free On-Board Wi-Fi
- All Port Charges & Airport Taxes
- Checked Luggage
- Return Eurostar & Transfers
Highlights
- Guided tours of Cochem and Bernkastel with wine tasting.
- Tours of Koblenz, Worms, Cologne, Trier, and Luxembourg with local guides.
- Cruise through the Rhine Gorge and visit Rdesheim and Marksburg Castle.
- Explore Bonn, Speyer, and Andernach.
- Visit either Heidelberg or the gardens of Schwetzingen Palace.
Your Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cologne
- Travel to Cologne to embark on your ship. Enjoy dinner as the ship sets sail towards Andernach.
Day 2: Andernach & Koblenz
- Explore Andernachs medieval streets.
- Guided tour of Koblenz, located at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle.
Day 3: Bernkastel
- Morning of scenic sailing.
- Tour the medieval town of Bernkastel with a visit to a local wine cellar for tasting.
Day 4: Trier & Luxembourg
- Scenic drive to Luxembourg for a guided tour.
- Return to Trier, Germanys oldest city, for a guided tour.
Day 5: Cochem
- Morning sailing to Cochem.
- Guided tour and free time to explore Cochems imperial castle.
Day 6: Rhine Gorge & Rdesheim
- Cruise through the Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Visit Rdesheim aboard the Winzerexpress for a tour of the vineyards.
Day 7: Worms & Speyer
- Guided tour of Worms, a city rich in Roman history.
- Optional visit to Speyers Imperial Cathedral or free time in Mannheim.
Day 8: Heidelberg or Schwetzingen & Rhine Gorge
- Choose between a tour of Heidelberg or Schwetzingen Palace.
- Scenic evening cruise through the Rhine Gorge.
Day 9: Niederlahnstein
- Visit Marksburg Castle, one of the best-preserved castles on the Rhine.
- Afternoon sailing towards Bonn.
Day 10: Bonn & Cologne
- Free time in Bonn, followed by a guided tour of Cologne, including its iconic cathedral.
Day 11: Return Home
- Depart the ship after breakfast and transfer to the airport or station for your journey home.
Available Ships
MS Geoffrey Chaucer
- 5 Stars | Built: 2019 | Crew: 44 | Passengers: 167
MS Oscar Wilde
- 5 Stars | Built: 2017 | Crew: 44 | Passengers: 167
Extras & Upgrades
Door-to-Door Service
- Opt for convenient transport from your home to your choice of regional airport or train station.
Regional Rail and Eurostar Upgrades
- Available on select cruises.
Transfer Times
Plane – IN
- Dusseldorf Airport to Cologne: 1 hour
- Cologne Airport to Cologne: 30 mins
Eurostar Train – IN
- Brussels to Cologne: 3.5 hrs
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