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Rhine-Main Discovery
Overview
Highlights (Bullets)
- Enjoy the Cruise of luxury Emerald Star-Ship
- Discover Cologne which is famous for its magnificent World–Heritage listed Gothic Cathedral
- Enjoy cruise through the spectacular Rhine Gorge
- Visit the Bishops’ Residenz
- Explore this UNESCO World Heritage city Bamberg
Short Description
Step back in time and journey along the beautiful Rhine and Main Rivers on a magical voyage through a Europe of centuries past. From Nuremberg, “unofficial capital” of the Holy Roman Empire and one-time staging ground for the infamous Nuremberg Rallies, to Amsterdam, beautiful port city and cultural heart of the Netherlands, your cruise will be filled with an abundance of enchanting architecture, majestic landscapes, fascinating histories, and captivating legends. Witness the slightly-tilted merchant houses lining Amsterdam’s labyrinth of canals. Gaze up at the magnificent Kölner Dom, Cologne’s World-Heritage-listed Gothic cathedral. Sail past Lorelei Rock, and hope that you escape the same unfortunate fate as the sailors of ancient legend. On this once-in-a-lifetime cruise through the Rhineland, you’ll dive headfirst into the region’s fascinating history and culture. More importantly, you’ll get the opportunity to appreciate the splendor of the countryside you’re visiting in a way that can only be experienced by sailing its rivers.
Itinerary
Day 1: Amsterdam
Meals: Dinner
Welcome to Amsterdam, a fascinating 700 year old city of picturesque canals, world class museums, theatres and cafés. You will be met and transferred from the airport to the dock. A warm welcome awaits you from your Captain and crew as you board your luxury Emerald Waterways river cruise ship. After boarding, enjoy some time at your leisure to explore Amsterdam. This evening join your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner.
Day 2: Amsterdam - Cruising
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
This morning the choice is yours; board a glass top canal boat and explore Amsterdam’s maze of canals, cruising past 16th century merchant houses and charming churches, dating back to Holland’s Golden Age. Alternatively, join Emerald Active for a city tour including a guided walk around the famous landmarks of Amsterdam. Both options are followed by free time in the city centre. After lunch on board, depart on your first day sailing through the Dutch countryside, including canals, locks and windmills.
Day 3: Cologne
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Enjoy free time on board your ship before arriving into Cologne. Founded by the Romans, and one of Germany’s oldest cities, Cologne is famous for its magnificent World–Heritage listed Gothic Cathedral. Join your guide and explore the city including the Old Town with its beautiful squares and historical monuments. During your free time shop for handicrafts or visit a local market before returning to your ship.
Discover More Take a tour to Bruhl, famous for the Augustus Palace and Falkenlust (additional expense)
Day 4: Rhine Gorge - Rüdesheim
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Today’s cruising will be a highlight of your trip, as we cruise through the spectacular Rhine Gorge. Keep your camera at the ready as around every bend there are stunning vistas of castles perched above steep vine–covered slopes. We’ll also pass the infamous Lorelei Rock where sailors are said to have been lured onto treacherous rocks by enchanted temptresses. We also pass the impressive Pfalzgrafenstein Castle which was formerly a toll gate perched on an island in the middle of the river. In the afternoon we arrive at Rüdesheim, one of Germany’s most popular towns. Enjoy a cable car ride up to the impressive Germania monument with stunning views of the Rhine Valley, then free time to shop for handicrafts or taste the famous Rudesheim ice coffee.
Day 5: Miltenberg
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Welcome to Miltenberg, a picturesque village on the Main River, which creates an imitable feeling of Bavarian life in medieval times due to the Old Town being lined with well-preserved half-timbered buildings. Take a guided tour of Miltenberg or join Emerald Active for a guided hike to Wertheim Castle (active fitness level).
Day 6: Würzburg
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Known as the “Pearl of the Romantic Road”, Würzburg is surrounded by sloping hills covered with vineyards. After breakfast, visit the Bishops’ Residenz, one of Germany’s largest and most ornate baroque palaces and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your tour highlights the palace’s unique staircase, elaborate 18th century frescoes and the amazing 3–dimensional stuccowork. Then join our guide for a walking tour of Würzburg.
Discover More Rothenburg, a perfectly preserved fortified town. Step back to the middle ages as you walk the cobbled streets admiring the gothic, renaissance and baroque architecture (additional expense)
Day 7: Bamberg
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Relax on board this morning as we cruise through the Main–Danube Canal, to Bamberg. Feel the magic of the past as you explore this UNESCO World Heritage city with your guide. Boasting one of Europe’s largest intact medieval town centres, Bamberg is bursting with character and charm. At the town centre is the largest preserved old quarter in Europe. Around 2,400 listed buildings and the centuries–old garden quarter form a special cultural heritage. Admire hundreds of building façades richly decorated in fascinating detail with spectacular ornamentation.
Day 8: Nuremberg
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, it’s time to say your goodbyes before you’re transferred to Munich or Nuremberg Airport. Please book flights to depart after 12.00noon in Nuremberg and 2.00pm in Munich.
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Rhine-Main Discovery
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Details
Ship Name
Emerald Star-Ships
Ship Description
Emerald Star-Ships
Emerald Dawn, Emerald Sky, Emerald Star, Emerald Sun.
On an Emerald Waterways river cruise, you can expect stylish and spacious ships, designed to ensure the most comfortable journey. What you wouldn’t have expected is a brand new fleet, custom-built to offer more space per guest than most other operators and to incorporate many spectacular ship innovations, unique to river cruising.
Deck & Cabin Plans
Sun Deck
Horizon Deck
Vista Deck
Riviera Deck
Optional Activities
EXTEND YOUR STAY IN NUREMBERG - $305
The second largest city in Bavaria, Nuremberg is filled with traditional half-timbered houses and Gothic churches. Once the unofficial capital of the Holy Roman Empire, Nuremberg evokes its exalted past with imposing medieval Imperial Castle. Nuremberg was well known historically for its role in World War II, as both the site of Zeppelin Field's Nazi rallies and as the site of the war crimes trials at the Palace of Justice. Pricing is per person
Flight & Transport Inclusions
All internal ground transport
Group Size
Standard Group - 25 + people
Cancellation policy
Cancellation Notice. Cancellation notices must be issued to Emerald in writing during its regular office hours. Any changes to your tour departure date or name changes will be deemed a cancellation and the applicable cancellation fees will apply.
Cancellation Fees. In the event of cancellation, you will be liable to pay Emerald cancellation fees calculated in accordance with the following table. Please note that in the event of cancellation you may also be obligated to pay cancellation fees to third parties including, without limitation, airlines.
NO. OF DAYS’ NOTICE PRIOR CANCELLATION CHARGE TO TOUR COMMENCEMENT (per person)
90 days and greater Loss of Tour Deposit
89-60 days 35% of Tour Price
59-30 days 50% of Tour Price
Less than 30 days 100% of Tour Price
Trip ID#:
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What's excluded
- International Flights
- Passport and Visa Charges
- Personal Expenses
Meals Included
7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches and 7 Dinners
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