During a morning exploring beautiful Bamberg, you’ll be spoilt for choice: there’s an impressive Cathedral; the Old Town Hall; the New Residence Palace and rose garden; Alte Hofhaltung, the former imperial residence; and a former fisherman’s district known as ‘Little Venice’ to uncover. Bamberg is known as the ‘Franconian Rome’ as it was built on seven hills, each crowned by a beautiful church. You’ll then pass the Hassberge Mountains, a selection of rolling hills decorated with rural castles, noble palaces and charming towns.
Day Destination
Day 1 Nuremberg, Germany (embarkation late afternoon)
Day 2 Bamberg, Germany Cruising by the Hassberge Mountains
Day 3 Würzburg, Germany Day 4 Miltenberg, Germany Day 5 Cruising the Middle Rhine Valley Koblenz, Germany
Day 6 Cochem, Germany Cruising the Lower Moselle Valley
Day 7 Cologne, Germany Düsseldorf, Germany
Day 8 Düsseldorf, Germany (disembarkation after breakfast)
As well as being a hub of lavish Baroque and Rococo architecture, Würzburg is home to the largest ceiling fresco in the world, found at the glorious Würzburg Residenz Palace and Gardens. Being centred in the Franconian wine country means it’s ideal for tasting the region’s finest tipples too. Next, you’ll reach Miltenberg, a traditional German treasure trove of medieval, half-timbered architecture with a charm-laden market square.
Make sure you’re on deck the following morning to capture castles, forests and vineyards of the enchanting Middle Rhine Valley, as well as fairytale spires of medieval towns and villages appearing around each bend. The rest of the day is spent in Koblenz, the roots of which go back over 2,000 years. Dominating the opposite bank of the Rhine is the mighty Ehrenbreitstein Fortress; trips here include an unforgettable cable car ride over the river.
Moselle Valley
Diverting down the Moselle, you’ll experience rich rewards in Cochem. Pretty pastel-coloured buildings line the waterfront, with Reichsburg Castle high above, and vineyards scattered among the unique landscapes. The alleyways and squares of the town are well worth exploring too. Sensational scenery continues with a daylight journey back through the alluring Lower Moselle Valley, past more charming vineyards, castles and towns.
Würzburg Residenz
Cologne is the final stop on your enlightening itinerary. The famous twin-spired Cathedral – which astonishingly took 632 years to finish – is sure to catch your eye. The intriguing interior is said to contain the remains of the Three Wise Men. Elsewhere, the Old Town is a delight to explore, while museums chart everything from chocolate to Roman history.
Cruise-only prices For cruise-only prices, without flights or transfers, simply deduct £300 per person from the quoted price.
Room types Price shown is per person based on two sharing a Standard Room. Please refer to the relevant pricing flyer or website for details of other room types.
All included in your cruise price:
Comfortable en suite accommodation • Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, five-course à la carte dinner and late night snacks • 24-hour tea and coffee station • Welcome cocktail, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner • Complimentary wi-fi • Use of fitness room • Live music every day
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