Discover what the Rhine River Valley has to offer during the festive season with this relaxed cruise from Cologne to Mainz and learn about Germany’s fairy-tales, legends and Christmas traditions. At each of the stops you are invited off the ship to explore at your leisure. Including Koblenz, where the Rhine and Moselle meet. Rüdesheim, why not take a cable car ride up to Niederwald for a truly stunning view of the Rhine. Lastly, Mainz known for its medieval squares set against the backdrop of Cathedral St Martin.
Travel
Your comfort is our priority and all travel arrangements have been made with this in mind. Comfort stops will always be planned en route for lunch/refreshments. We will arrive at the hotel in the late afternoon, where your luggage will be taken to your room (unless otherwise specified) and you will have plenty of time to freshen up before the evening meal. Return travel will follow a similar schedule.
Your Main Stay Hotel: MV Esmerelda
The Esmeralda offers a high level of comfort with restaurant at the front of the main deck and spacious and inviting lounge with bar at the front of the promenade deck. Or relax on the partially covered sun deck. All 63 stylishly furnished cabins have picture windows, and all the necessary amenities.
Please note single supplement's are applicable.
Itinerary and What's Included
- Luxury coach travel to and from destination
- Comfort stops in both directions
- Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
- Excursions
Excursions
All of our excursions are included in the holiday price unless otherwise specified. In addition to the planned activities, most excursions will allow plenty of free time for you to explore our well-chosen destinations. If you prefer to make other arrangements or just relax at the hotel instead of any of the excursions, you are welcome to do so. If so, we kindly ask you to please inform your driver. We will depart after breakfast and return in the late afternoon or early evening, to enable you to freshen up before your evening meal.
German Markets
Euros & Passports will be required for this holiday