The Moselle, Luxembourg & the Majestic Rhine River Cruise

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 Rüdesheim 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 Andernach’s 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, Germany’s oldest city, for a guided tour.

Day 5: Cochem

• Morning sailing to Cochem.
• Guided tour and free time to explore Cochem’s imperial castle.

Day 6: Rhine Gorge & Rüdesheim

• Cruise through the Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Visit Rüdesheim 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 Speyer’s 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