Lowlands of the Upper Rhine

8 days | Cologne • Amsterdam • Rüdesheim

Basel

5 Guided Tours

Ship: Rhein Melodie

Experience the whole length of the ‘Father Rhine’ stretching across Europe taking in the Middle Rhine Valley and famous Loreley Rock, whilst discovering European history in the wonderful city of Strasbourg. Castles shrouded in legend, bustling metropolises and romantic wine regions, from Basel through the Upper Rhine lowlands to the impressive Rhenish Slate Mountains and the delta of the river in the Netherlands, this Central European river cruise shows off the full beauty of the region with some truly amazing landscapes. Visit the most interesting cities in four countries: Germany, Holland, France and Switzerland, and discover impressive monuments, vineyards, castles and ruins as far as the eye can see, on a week of unforgettable experiences.

All Inclusive Pricing

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

Economy flight from London and overseas transfers to/from vessel

7 nights cruise including all meals

Unlimited drinks including selected wine, beer, cocktails and all non-alcoholic drinks (see page 9)

Welcome and Farewell reception with the Captain

Nightly on board entertainment

5 Guided Excursions

Services of the Cruise Director and local guides

Sennheiser audio headsets on all excursions

Why this cruise?

• Journey through the Middle Rhine Valley

• Cruise past the famous sights of Loreley Rock

• Savour the European history of Strasbourg

Use of on board facilities

Wi-Fi

Onboard Gratuities

Port fees and taxes

Full ATOL financial protection

Baggage handling fees

1 Cologne

2 Amsterdam 08:00 23:30

3 Nijmegen 08:00 14:30

4 Cologne 08:00 14:00

Koblenz 21:30 -

5 Koblenz - 13:00

Places you can visit on this cruise

Embarkation from 15:00 to 16:00.

Tour of Amsterdam including a canal tour past the typical merchant houses. Then there will be time to explore the city yourself.

Excursion to North Holland including a visit to Volendam and a trip across Markermeer lake to Marken.

Tour of the peaceful Hanseatic town of Nijmegen.

Tour of the cathedral city of Cologne with traditional Kölsch beer. Time to explore the city yourself.

Tour of Koblenz, the city at the juncture of the Rhine and Moselle with cable car ride to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, where the views are amazing.

Middle Rhine Valley Cruise past the famous Loreley Rock.

Rüdesheim 19:30 -

6 Rüdesheim - 03:00

Mannheim/ Ludwigshafen 12:00 18:00

7 Strasbourg/ Kehl 07:00 13:30

Sip a glass of wine and be amazed by the historical artistic and musical inventions at “Siegfried’s Mechanischem Musikkabinett”.

An excursion to the majestic cathedral city of Speyer.

Tour of Strasbourg including a visit to the Notre-Dame Cathedral.

8 Basel 07:00 - Disembarkation by 09:00.

Tour through Basel’s historic district including the marketplace and Münsterplatz (ends approx. 11:00 at Basel Bad station).

Use of sundeck is restricted on the section of the river between Bael and Strasbourg. Excursions included in your package.

Premium excursions can only be booked onboard. Bookings are subject to availability and weather conditions on the day of the excursion. Arrival and departure timings are to be used as a guide only. We reserve the right to make changes to itineraries and excursion programmes.

2023 Prices Per Person

2024 Prices Per Person

Prices based on two people sharing with flights from London and are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change. Regional flights are available but may be subject to an additional supplement and are subject to availability. Cruise only options are available. For full terms and conditions please see page 72-75.

Cabin Key

2 Bed Main Deck Aft

2 Bed Main Deck

2 Bed Middle Deck Aft with Openable Panoramic Window

2 Bed Middle Deck with Openable Panoramic Window

2 Bed Upper Deck Aft with French Balcony

2 Bed Upper Deck Front with French Balcony

2 Bed Upper Deck with French Balcony

Please see pages 60-71 for ship profile & deck plans.

Prices from £1,805