Central European Experience – Cruise Only Westbound

8 days
From $425/day
$3,399
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews  
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Trip last updated: 1/1/2019
Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule
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Overview

Highlights

    • Onboard welcome reception
    • Guided sightseeing, see the Old Town Hall
    • Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz
    • Guided walk
    • Visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim; special treat; cruise through the Rhine Gorge
    • Guided walk; wine tasting
    • Choice of guided city sightseeing or “Roman Trier” sightseeing in Trier, see the Porta Nigra
    • This Central European river cruise will take you across Germany to Luxembourg on the Main, Rhine, and Moselle Rivers
    • You will embark on your river cruise in Nuremberg, Germany, and sail through the fascinating Main Danube Canal to Bamberg

What's this trip about?

    This Central European river cruise will take you across Germany to Luxembourg on the Main, Rhine, and Moselle Rivers. You will embark on your river cruise in Nuremberg, Germany, and sail through the fascinating Main Danube Canal to Bamberg. Marvel at the 13th-century Romanesque cathedral and the Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall)—built on an island in the middle of the Regnitz River. Enjoy a visit to Wurzburg, also called the “Pearl of the Romantic Road,” and see the magnificent baroque Bishop’s Residenz and the largest ceiling fresco ever painted. There will be many historical sites to see, but you’ll also have time to relax, do some shopping, and stop in a Konditorei (German pastry and coffee shop) for a delicious local favourite and experience a German afternoon tradition! Your river cruise will continue through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, considered the most enchanting stretch of the Rhine River. See ancient castles standing majestically on cliffs 400 feet above the water. Get a chance to try some of the best wines Germany has to offer in the wine village of Bernkastel, home to Germany’s largest expanse of vineyards. This beautiful area will fascinate you with its narrow streets and half-timbered houses which have been standing since the Middle Ages. The opportunities to discover new experiences and historic treasures are countless on this fabulous river cruise vacation as you make your way to the ancient city of Trier, Germany—believed to be even older than Rome. Many remnants of ancient Rome can still be found, such as imperial baths and the Roman Bridge, with stone pilings dating from 144-152 AD. Your cruise on the Main, Rhine, and Moselle Rivers will stay with you for a long time to come as you reflect on your priceless experiences and a lot of memories along the way!
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Start CityNUREMBERG
End CityREMICH (DISEMBARKATION) Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning

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Day 1

NUREMBERG, GERMANY (EMBARKATION) Flights into Nuremberg must arrive by 4 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. Board your Suite Ship® in Nuremberg and enjoy a dinner on board. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BAMBERG (D)

Day 2

BAMBERG One Thousand Years of History in the City of Seven Hills CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of the former home to imperial dynasties, and see its Romanesque cathedral, Old Town Hall, and seven hills crowned with churches. This evening, enjoy onboard entertainment. AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WÜRZBURG (B,L,D)

Day 3

WÜRZBURG A Pearl, a Painting, and a Glass of Wine for the Perfect Afternoon CLASSIC Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the “Pearl of the Romantic Road” with its Old Main Bridge, towering fortress, and baroque Bishop’s Residenz—with the largest known ceiling fresco. ...

Day 4

MAIN RIVER VILLAGE Hidden Gems and Bavarian Beauty of a Main River Village CLASSIC Join a Guided Walking Tour of a picturesque Bavarian village. AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RÜDESHEIM (B,L,D)

Day 5

RÜDESHEIM—RHINE GORGE Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country DISCOVERY Tour the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience, OR; DISCOVERY Based on your departure date, enjoy either a Coffee Tasting or a Wine Tasting. Cruise through the magnificent Rhine Gorge. AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BERNKASTEL (B,L,D)

Day 6

BERNKASTEL Gracious German Vineyards of the Moselle Valley CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of the charming wine village of Bernkastel—with its medieval marketplace and 17th-century half-timbered houses. Spend some free time at your leisure this afternoon—with a ...

Day 7

REMICH, LUXEMBOURG. EXCURSION TO TRIER Ancient Worlds, Old World Charm, and World-Class Wine CLASSIC Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Trier—Germany’s oldest city with ancient Roman remnants dating from 144-152 AD. Starting from Porta Nigra walk through the city cent...

Day 8

REMICH (DISEMBARKATION) Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Flights should not leave Luxembourg City airport before 8 am. (B)

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Accommodation:

Le Royal A centrally located 170-room property offering fresh dining options in the brasserie style restaurant where traditional dishes can be enjoyed on the flowery outdoor terrace during the summer months, innovative French cuisine is served in the gourmet restaurant and there is also a contemporary piano bar with cigar lounge. Leisure facilities include a fitness centre, sauna and an indoor swimming pool and Free Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout. Luxembourg Luxembourg 12 Boulevard Royal

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