The Valley of the romantic Rhine, the Moselle and the Main (port-to-port cruise)

6 nights from £1,061pp departing Wednesday 4th Aug 2021

Discover breathtaking landscapes along 3 rivers: the romantic Rhine valley, the Moselle and the Main. Impressive and unforgettable, our cruise will let you discover unmissable cities, from old Strasbourg to the Cochem castle, via the Frankfurt Main Tower, the Niederwald monument and Heidelberg.

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	4th04	AugAug	202121	Strasbourg, France, embark on the MS France	18:00	18:00
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Tour of old Strasbourg aboard a riverboat (depending on availability). Our ship will sail through the night.
	5th05	AugAug	202121	Frankfurt/Oder, Germany	15:30	18:00
Join us for the optional excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Guided tour of Frankfurt. DISCOVERY: Frankfurt 'Mainhattan' and the Main Tower. Panoramic tour of Frankfurt and ascent of the Main Tower. Back on board. Enjoy an evening of entertainment. Our ship will sail through the night.
	6th06	AugAug	202121	Cochem, Germany	15:00
Morning spent cruising. Join us for the optional excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Guided tour of the castle of Cochem. DISCOVERY: Panoramic hiking in Cochem.
	7th07	AugAug	202121	Cochem, Germany		07:00
During the morning, our ship will sail on the Moselle. In the afternoon, explore the old city of Koblenz in the company of our hostess. Back on board.
	7th07	AugAug	202121	Koblenz, Germany	13:00
Located in the West of the country, Koblenz is one of the oldest cities in Germany. It is situated on both banks of the river Rhine, at its confluence with the Moselle River. The beginnings of Koblenz can be traced back to its military beginnings around 8 BC. The city is rich in its history and heritage and is easily explored on foot. Take the cable car crossing over the river Rhine for spectacular aerial views or enjoy the city from the one thousand year old fortress, Ehrenbreitstein. The upper middle Rhine Valley is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its unique landscape can be enjoyed and discovered through the interactive multimedia journey at the Romanticum. Historical and architectural sites of interest include Stolzenfels Castle, the Electoral Palace of Koblenz and Old Town. From the romantic winding streets and small squares of Old Town, stroll through the alleyways from the Church of the Holy Virgin to the St Kastor Basilica and enjoy the picturesque buildings and squares along the way. Koblenz is also very popular for its Riesling and strong Spatburgunder wines since the Romans introduced it two thousand years ago.
	8th08	AugAug	202121	Koblenz, Germany		08:00
Located in the West of the country, Koblenz is one of the oldest cities in Germany. It is situated on both banks of the river Rhine, at its confluence with the Moselle River. The beginnings of Koblenz can be traced back to its military beginnings around 8 BC. The city is rich in its history and heritage and is easily explored on foot. Take the cable car crossing over the river Rhine for spectacular aerial views or enjoy the city from the one thousand year old fortress, Ehrenbreitstein. The upper middle Rhine Valley is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its unique landscape can be enjoyed and discovered through the interactive multimedia journey at the Romanticum. Historical and architectural sites of interest include Stolzenfels Castle, the Electoral Palace of Koblenz and Old Town. From the romantic winding streets and small squares of Old Town, stroll through the alleyways from the Church of the Holy Virgin to the St Kastor Basilica and enjoy the picturesque buildings and squares along the way. Koblenz is also very popular for its Riesling and strong Spatburgunder wines since the Romans introduced it two thousand years ago. In the morning, our ship will sail to Rdesheim. Join us for the optional excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Small train stopping at a wine tasting cellar*, followed by a visit to the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments. DISCOVERY: Hiking through the vineyards in Rdesheim.
	8th08	AugAug	202121	Rüdesheim am Rhein, Germany	14:30
Rudesheim am Rhine is a town in the Rhine Valley in Germany and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Rhine Gorge. It is known for its production of Riesling wine and has been popular for its wine making since ancient times. The Medieval Bromserburg Castle is home to the Rheingau Wine Museum and wine is a crucial part of Rudesheimer culture. The town is surrounded with vineyards and wineries, as well as many local wine bars and seasonal wine taverns. Wine tasting is a must do in Rudesheim and dining out is a great accompaniment. The local cuisine is seasonal and is closely intertwined with the wine growing traditions together with soups such as Zwiebelkuchen, Handkäs mit Musik and Spundekäs. Nordic Walking is popular around town, with five adventure trails around the vicinity, as well as many popular cycling routes. Great views of the town can be found from the water, the cable car to Niederwald Monument and the Monument itself. Old Town has the best examples of the town’s architecture with Eagle Tower, Oberstrasse and Rheinstein Castle some key sites to visit.
	9th09	AugAug	202121	Rüdesheim am Rhein, Germany		04:00
Rudesheim am Rhine is a town in the Rhine Valley in Germany and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Rhine Gorge. It is known for its production of Riesling wine and has been popular for its wine making since ancient times. The Medieval Bromserburg Castle is home to the Rheingau Wine Museum and wine is a crucial part of Rudesheimer culture. The town is surrounded with vineyards and wineries, as well as many local wine bars and seasonal wine taverns. Wine tasting is a must do in Rudesheim and dining out is a great accompaniment. The local cuisine is seasonal and is closely intertwined with the wine growing traditions together with soups such as Zwiebelkuchen, Handkäs mit Musik and Spundekäs. Nordic Walking is popular around town, with five adventure trails around the vicinity, as well as many popular cycling routes. Great views of the town can be found from the water, the cable car to Niederwald Monument and the Monument itself. Old Town has the best examples of the town’s architecture with Eagle Tower, Oberstrasse and Rheinstein Castle some key sites to visit. In the morning, our ship will sail towards Mannheim. Join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Tour of Heidelberg with a visit to the castle and the old city. Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.
	9th09	AugAug	202121	Mannheim, Germany	13:00	18:00
	10th10	AugAug	202121	Strasbourg, France, disembark the MS France	09:00
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

MS France

Launch Year

2001

Refit Year

2016

Tonnage

15,000

Capacity

159

Cabins

Accessible

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Upper Deck

Main Deck

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Restaurant

Located on the upper deck, the restaurant is where all meals are served during your cruise. It seats all guests at tables which vary in size with a panoramic view. The atmosphere is casual but elegant.

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Sun Deck

Do not miss it to unwind! It is equipped with recliners and deck chairs, so that you can enjoy the best views of your cruise.

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Holiday Summary

	6 nights cruising on the Rhine
	All meals included
	Drinks included with meals & at the bar
	Gala dinner & evening welcome cocktail
	Free Wi-Fi in lounge & bar
	Headsets included for excursions
	Travel Assistance & Repatriation Insurance
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,061pp
GLS_PP	Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds	£1,061pp
GLS_PS	Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds	£1,219pp
HA_PS	Upper Deck 1 Double Bed - Disabled Person	£1,219pp

Suite staterooms from		£1,219pp
SU2_PP	Main Deck Suite 1 Double Bed	£1,219pp