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Romantic River Rhine Cruise Break from Strasbourg to Koblenz and back

A five-day river cruise on the Romantic Rhine river, visiting Strasbourg, Koblenz and Rudesheim.

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Our journey begins in cosmopolitan Strasbourg, located on the border between France and Germany, and famous for its magnificent cathedral and colourful half-timbered buildings. We cruise the Romantic Rhine river to Koblenz, meandering alongside steep cliffs and small islands, enclosed by hillside vineyards.

Experience the spectacular scenery of this region with its many castles and ruins, wine-growing villages and small medieval towns. We visit the historic town of Koblenz, Rudesheim with its lively Drosselgrasse of restaurants and taverns, and pass the famous Lorelei Rock. Sailing back up the Rhine to Speyer, you have the chance to visit Heidelberg and its famous castle.

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E122: Cruise Departure Dates 2010/11
2010: Aug 22, 23, 30, 31;
Sep 9, 13, 14, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29;
Oct 3, 6, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17;
2011: Apr 21, 23, 27;
May 4, 8, 11, 14, 15, 18, 19, 22, 23, 26, 30;
Jun 1, 7, 20, 22, 26, 30;
Jul 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, 17, 18, 26, 27, 31;
Aug 3, 10, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 24, 28, 31;
Sep 7, 11, 18, 19, 22, 26, 28, 30;
Oct 2, 3, 7, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 24
E122: SEH - River Rhine Cruise Break 2010/11£ price per person
Exclusive offer: Book now and save 10% on prices shown!
Prices above are per person based on two sharing a cabin.
Single Supplement: 2010: £145 2011: £157
The cruise price includes
  • Four nights accommodation on board ship in air-conditioned twin/double cabin with shower and toilet
  • All meals aboard ship
  • Drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Cruise itinerary as described
  • Welcome cocktail
  • Entertainment on board
  • Cruise Manager
  • Gala farewell dinner
  • Port taxes
Additional Information
  • CroisiEurope is the leading French river cruise company. Their cruises have a distinctly French flavour, the service and the food having received much praise from Blue Water Holidays customers. Staff and passengers come from many European countries. There may be other English speaking passengers on board this cruise, and depending on their numbers excursions with an English-speaking guide may be available.
Call our dedicated Cruise Team
UK: 01756 706529
International: +44 1756 706529
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Call our dedicated Cruise Team
UK: 01756 706529
International: +44 1756 706529
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E122-SEH: Romantic River Rhine Cruise Break Itinerary
Day 1
Strasbourg

Embark between 6 and 7pm at 3bis, rue du Havre, Strasbourg. Enjoy a welcome drink before dinner on board. This evening there is an optional visit of Old Strasbourg by river boat (subject to minimum number of participants).

Day 2
Strasbourg - Koblenz

Sailing to the towns of Lauterbourg, Spire, Mainz. Breakfast on board. The cruise will continue towards Koblenz up the most beautiful section of the Romantic Rhine. We will sail past the towns of Kaub, Oberwesel, Saint-Goar. Before we reach our mooring in Koblenz, you will see Stolzenfels castle. Arrival in Koblenz around 18h. Explore the old city in the company of our hostess. Free evening. Overnight stopover. Full catering on board.

Day 3
Koblenz - Rudesheim

We continue sailing up the beautiful River Rhine between Koblenz and Rudesheim. We will pass numerous castles situated in famous vineyards, as well as the famous Lorelei Rock. Lunch on board. We arrive in Rudesheim at about 3pm, and there is time to do some shopping, or you may choose to join the optional excursion which takes you by mini-train to a wine tasting and then to the Mechanical Music Museum. Back on board at 7pm for dinner. In the evening, the famous Drosselgasse awaits you with its numerous open-air bars and bands.

Day 4
Rudesheim - Speyer or Mannheim

We set sail early this morning to sail back up the Rhine to Speyer. Lunch on board. As we cruise we will pass through the towns of Wiesbaden, Nierstein, Worms and Mannheim. Depart for the optional excursion: visit to Heidelberg and its castle. The symbol of German Romanticism, it owes its reputation to its incomparable location in the Neckar valley, nestling between the forest-covered slopes and dominated by the majestic ruins of its castle. Stopover in Speyer or Mannheim, depending on the availability of mooring points. Back on board at about 6pm. Gala dinner followed by an evening of dancing. Late departure towards Strasbourg.

Day 5
Strasbourg

Breakfast on board. Arrival in Strasbourg around 09.00am. Disembarkation after breakfast

For navigational reasons the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary

Strasbourg

The cruise price does not include
  • Travel and transfers to and from cruise ship - we can book your flights and transfers, if required.
  • Optional Excursions
  • Travel Insurance
  • Fuel surcharge
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