............................................................................................................................................................................................................... Your Itinerary
Day 1, LUXEMBOURG – EMBARKATION. Embark the ship and meet your fellow travellers tonight at the Welcome Dinner. (D)
Day 2, TRIER – BERNKASTEL. After breakfast, arrive in the charming village of Trier, Germany’s oldest city, for a guided tour which will introduce you to the city’s rich Roman past. On your guided tour, you will see the old Roman amphitheatre, Roman Baths, Basilica of Constantine and the Porta Nigra gate, dating back to 180 A.D. Continue to Bernkastel. Strategically located in the middle of the Moselle wine-producing region, Bernkastel boasts over 500 years of documented wine history. Late this afternoon, enjoy a vineyard visit and walking tour. Your will also enjoy a wine tasting, where you will sample several different wines, presented along with bread, knowledgeable hosts, and plenty of laughter. After dinner, take a guided walking tour through the old town centre with its many medieval and Renaissance buildings. (B,L,D)
Day 3, COCHEM – KOBLENZ – RHINE CASTLES – RÜDESHEIM. Today, decide between an excursion to Cochem or to Koblenz. In Cochem, you will take a guided tour of the spectacular hilltop Reichsburg Castle, which offers fascinating views of the river valley. Alternatively, travel to Koblenz, an historic wine-growing town at the confluence of the Moselle and Rhine rivers. See the Four Towers, the Church of Our Lady, and hear the story behind the Schängel Fountain and City Hall. Later, enjoy scenic cruising along the most beautiful and famous part of the Rhine, seeing castle after castle and the legendary Lorelei Rock. Arrive in Rüdesheim and visit the Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum after dinner. The ship moors overnight in Rüdesheim. (B,L,D)
Day 4, MAINZ – HEIDELBERG – FRANKFURT. Today, take a guided walking tour of beautiful Mainz and see the famous Gutenberg Museum, home of the world’s first printed bible. Then enjoy a lunchtime cruise to Frankfurt, where you will have a walking tour of the city’s medieval section. Alternatively, travel by coach to Heidelberg, Germany’s oldest university town. Visit the red-walled Castle, enjoy gorgeous views of the Neckar Valley below, and see the Great Vat, a 49,000-gallon 18th-century wine cask. Later this afternoon, return to Frankfurt. (B,L,D)
Day 5, MILTENBERG – WERTHEIM. Arrive in Miltenberg for a walking tour of this delightful old Franconian town with its narrow cobblestone streets
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and gabled, half-timbered houses. During lunch, the ship will cruise to Freudenberg. A coach tour will take you to Wertheim, where you will have free time to explore the town on your own or before boarding your ship for an overnight cruise to Würzburg. A guided bicycle tour from Freudenberg to Wertheim is also available (capacity controlled). (B,L,D)
Day 6, WÜRZBURG – KITZINGEN. During your guided tour of Würzburg, you will see the major sights, including the Residenz Palace and gardens, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site as one of Europe’s foremost examples of baroque architecture and design. This afternoon take an optional tour along the Romantic Road to medieval Rothenburg. Still surrounded by its walls, towers, gates, timber framed buildings and ancient churches, enjoy a walking tour of this marvelous town, followed by free time. One of the most famous shops dedicated to the Christmas season is located here, complete with hand-made German Christmas ornaments. Or join our Würzburg to Kitzingen bike tour (capacity controlled). This evening, the Aulic Council and Wine Queens will welcome you at the pier and escort you to Germany’s oldest wine cellar. Enjoy several different wines, presented along with bread, knowledgeable hosts, and plenty of laughter. (B,L,D)
Day 7 BAMBERG. Arrive this afternoon in enchanting Bamberg, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993. Disembark for a guided walking tour of this medieval gem. Marvel at the breathtaking cathedral, the Old Town Hall that straddles the river, and the city’s serpentine streets with charming houses and 18th century mansions. You will also sample some of Bamberg’s famous smoked beer. As an alternative to the walking tour, a guided bike tour is available (capacity controlled). This evening, cruise to ancient Nuremberg, capital of Franconia. (B,L,D)
Day 8, NUREMBERG – DISEMBARK SHIP. After breakfast, disembark the ship for your homeward journey. (B)
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7 nights deluxe cruise accommodation in an outside stateroom - 82% of the staterooms with French balconies
Life enriching tours and excursions daily with personal headset included
“Culinary Delights – Bites & Sights” excursions
State-of-the-art Infotainment System in all staterooms featuring free high-speed Internet access, hit Hollywood movies, extensive music library & English language TV stations
» Complimentary Wi-Fi access on board
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Terry bathrobes and white-on-white plush bedding in all staterooms
Gourmet dining with all meals included during your cruise
Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe’s great wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every dinner on board
Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily
Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain’s Gala Dinner
Special highlights including lectures, theme dinners, cooking demonstration, on board music performances and afternoon/evening piano music
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Bicycles to explore on your own & guided bicycle tours
Services of professional Cruise Manager
All English language on board in a non- smoking environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)
» All local taxes
NOTE: Guided bicycle tours are capacity controlled; Bernkastel replaced by Zell in reverse direction on day 6
Bamberg, Germany - a UNESCO World Heritage Site
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