cHRiStmaS magic on tHe RHine on board nickospirit

11 - 16 decemBer

Our short Christmas Magic cruise is full of highlights, from ancient half-timbered buildings and legend-steeped castles to vibrant Cologne, not to mention the picturesque scenery and cosy tranquillity. You will find a informal atmosphere and good company on board the modern nickoSpirit ship. The stylishly furnished cabins are oases of peace and quiet with wonderful views of the wintry riverbank landscapes. Relax and enjoy the cruise.

Price per person includes:

• Return Ryan Air flights to Cologne including 20kg checked in luggage & hand bag

• Return Transfers

• 3-night cruise on nickoSpirit on full board basis

• 2 nights accommodation in Cologne on bed & breakfast basis

• Airport, Port Taxes & fuel surcharge

• Tour Manager, subject to minimum number reached

• Protection by the Insolvency Fund not included:

• drinks package whilst on the cruise at €100 per person

• 3-excursion Package at €114 per person

• Recommended Gratuities at €10-13 per person per day

Optional Drinks Package includes: ebd Rate is valid until

Open house wines by the glass (white, rosé and red), Open house sparkling wine by the glass, draft and bottled beers, Non-alcoholic beer, Cocktails and long drinks, All open non-alcoholic beverages. Cabin water and daily excursion water. All coffee specialties (without alcohol), Hot chocolate and Tea.

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Excursion packagE with 3 Excursions €114 pEr pErson

cIty touR RuEDEShEIM

The wine town on the rhine is not only one of the most famous tourist magnets in the Upper middle rhine valley, but is also a UNesCo World Heritage site. get to know rüdesheim better on a leisurely tour and be enchanted by the romantic charm of the many halftimbered houses.

SIEgFRIED’S MEchaNIcal MuSIc caBINEt

About halfway along the rhine’s journey from its source to where it flows into the North sea is rüdesheim, a wine-growing town in the middle rhine valley. Nobody can say that they know the rhine if they haven’t experienced a sunny day in rüdesheim. look forward to your visit to this enchanting town and don’t miss a visit to siegfried’s mechanical music Cabinet during your stay. Around 350 self-playing musical instruments from three centuries are on display in the Brömser Hof, a knight’s residence from the 15th century. During a guided tour lasting almost an hour, you will learn interesting facts about orchestrions, barrel organs and the art of mechanically and physically recording and reproducing music. let yourself be amazed by the artistic and musical inventions of the past with a glass of wine. You will take the “Winzerexpress” to get to the music cabinet.

cIty touR oF koBlENz wIth chRIStMaS MaRkEt

With more than 2000 years of history, Koblenz is one of the oldest cities in germany. The original latin name Confluentes (german: the confluent) is due to the location of the city. Koblenz is located at the confluence of the moselle and rhine, the so-called “german Corner”. get to know the historic old town on a tour. The idyllic streets between the Basilica of st. Kastor, the oldest church building in Koblenz and the Church of our lady give Koblenz a special charm. of course, a visit to the atmospheric Christmas market should not be missed, where a glass of mulled wine rounds off the excursion in an enjoyable way.

imPortant note: cater primarily to the german market, and main language on board is german, however on our selected sailings excursions are subject to a minimum number reached and pre booking is recommended.