Rhine, Moselle & Blissful Baden-Baden (2022)

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Germany’s spectacular backdrops and breathtaking natural wonders will reveal themselves as you cruise along the alluring Moselle and Rhine rivers. Uncover the best-kept secret in river cruising, the Moselle, as you sail past some of Europe’s most serene, village-dotted and vineyard-lined landscapes.
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy

What's this trip about?

    Germany’s spectacular backdrops and breathtaking natural wonders will reveal themselves as you cruise along the alluring Moselle and Rhine rivers. Uncover the best-kept secret in river cruising, the Moselle, as you sail past some of Europe’s most serene, village-dotted and vineyard-lined landscapes.

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Age rangeNo age restrictions
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Start CityBaden-Baden
End CityFrankfurt

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

  • Germany

Attractions

  • Bath
  • Bern
  • Frankfurt
  • Luxembourg
  • Strasbourg
  • Trier

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • River cruise

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Itinerary

Travel Map
2019 version

Baden-Baden to Frankfurt

Day 1 - Baden-Baden (Arrive)
Port - Baden-Baden Arrive at Frankfurt Airport. If your cruise/tour package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the Dorint Hotel Maison Messmer Baden-Baden.

Day 2 - Baden-Baden
Port - Baden-Baden Baden-Baden is known as a spa town, and appropriately so. The city’s contemporary flair meshes with hot springs, spas and unspoiled nature, offering a wonderfully diverse collection of relaxing and invigorating experiences. Whether you embark on a tou...
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- Baden-Baden city tour with casino Excursion Price - $70

Join a local guide for a walking tour of enchanting Baden-Baden, which will bring you past two thermal baths and the city’s famous Casino. Gain further appreciation for the Romans and their love of natural spa ...

Excursion(s)
- Festspielhaus guided visit Excursion Price - $70

Immerse yourself in the melodies of Baden-Baden on a guided visit to the Festspielhaus, the 2,500-seat Opera House. Festspielhaus is Germany’s largest opera house and the largest classical music venue in Europe. Its a...

Excursion(s)
- Caracalla Thermal Bath Excursion Price - $70

Perhaps Baden-Baden’s most notable attraction, the Caracalla Spa features countless opportunities to enjoy the mineral-rich waters of the thermal baths. This large facility offers a soothing atmosphere unlike anywhere els...

Excursion(s)
- Sea Salt Grotto Excursion Price - $70

Experience the benefits of Dead Sea and Himalayan salts in the Salina Sea Salt Grotto of Baden-Baden. The grotto’s walls are dressed in all-natural salt bricks, while the floor is blanketed with a thick layer of salt—working tog...

Day 3 - Baden-Baden, Strasbourg
Port - Strasbourg Today, you’ll check out of your hotel in Baden-Baden and head to Strasbourg to board the River Queen, one of our most unique ships on Europe’s waterways, for the cruise portion of your tour.

Day 4 - Strasbourg
Port - Strasbourg Strasbourg is invariably described as quaint, with its cobbled lanes, half timbered homes, giant stork nests and impossible-to-resist pastry shops. You'll see Strasbourg today, and enjoy an enlightening and relaxing overview of this historically important city. In the evening, a special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

Excursion(s)
- Strasbourg panoramic tour with Cathedral and Old Town walk Excursion Price - $70

Controlled over the centuries by either France or Germany, Strasbourg—cross-cultural and bilingual—offers a delightful combination of old and new, as well as French and German character...

Day 5 - Speyer
Port - Speyer Expect the unexpected in Speyer, where ancient treasures harmoniously coexist with modern day innovation. For something really unexpected, venture into a mysterious, candlelit tasting room to sample flavorful elixirs made from wine vinegars. Utterly unique...
Excursion(s)
- Formula 1 Racetrack Excursion Price - $70

Excursion(s)
- Private Doktorenhof Vinegar Estate visit and tasting Excursion Price - $70

For a different spin on the Palatinate wine region, visit the Weinessiggut Doktorenhof estate for a special vinegar tasting. Yes, you read that right—a vinegar tasting. Founded by Georg Wiede...

Day 6 - Cochem
Port - Cochem Perhaps one of Germany’s most colorful cities, Cochem feels just like a storybook with its dramatic castle, impressive landscapes and pastel-colored shops, restaurants and buildings lining the banks of the Moselle. Perched high above on a cliff sits the br...
Excursion(s)
- Night Out: Evening visit to Cochem Castle Excursion Price - $70

Hovering over the Moselle River, the stunningly medieval Cochem Castle dates back to 1100 and once served to collect tolls from passing ships. Since its construction, it has changed appearance and ruler...

Day 7 - Cochem
Port - Cochem The picturesque town of Cochem is nestled in a particularly scenic area of the Moselle Valley. The Moselle River cuts through the town, leaving Cochem in two distinct halves on two steep hills. Discover Cochem’s perfect quaintness on foot, with stops along...
Excursion(s)
- The secrets of the Cold War Excursion Price - $70

Today, you’ll discover one of the best-kept secrets in Germany: a hidden underground bunker where Germany’s Central Bank stored currency worth billions during the Cold War. Disguised by two residential houses, the ma...

Excursion(s)
- "Let's Go" biking to Beilstein Excursion Price - $70

Excursion(s)
- "Let's Go" hiking the suspension bridge of Geierlay Excursion Price - $70

Excursion(s)
- St. Aldegund with wine tasting and local treats Excursion Price - $70

Day 8 - Trier
Port - Trier Trier is no stranger to famous landmarks, stunning cathedrals, natural beauty, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and architectural treasures. See Trier’s Roman heritage and Gallic charm as you stroll to some of the city’s most notable spots. Marvel at the stone Roman gate, Porta Nigra, the Karl Marx house, Imperial Baths and more.

Excursion(s)
- Trier panoramic city tour Excursion Price - $70

In ancient times Trier was the largest Roman settlement north of the Alps, and six emperors ruled the Western Empire from here. Remnants of that Roman city still stand, despite taking part in centuries of warfare, earn...

Day 9 - Trier (Luxembourg)
Port - Trier Trier is a city encased in stunning ruins and remnants from the Roman Empire, and not to mention neighbor to the small country of Luxembourg. Experience a healthy dose of history with a visit to the expansive Luxembourg American War Cemetery and Memorial, where General George S. Patton is buried.

Excursion(s)
- Luxembourg with WWII Cemetery Excursion Price - $70

Over the course of 900 years, Luxembourg grew into one of the greatest fortified sites in Europe because of its strategic geographical position and ever-changing political affiliations. Your panoramic city tour wil...

Day 10 - Bernkastel
Port - Bernkastel Bernkastel sits peacefully in the Moselle Valley and is as romantic and picture-perfect as it gets. Explore by foot its scenic streets, taverns and vineyards, and enjoy a tasting of exceptional regional Rieslings. Aside from the medieval marketplace, a...
Excursion(s)
- "Let's Go" biking the scenic Middle Moselle Excursion Price - $70

Follow the serene 14 miles of riverside bike paths along the Moselle. As this gentle pathway twists and turns, you’ll cross over two bridges and enjoy numerous stops for pictures and refreshments. You...

Excursion(s)
- Bernkastel village walk with Riesling tasting Excursion Price - $70

A leisurely walk around the romantic village of Bernkastel awaits today. Wander through the town’s idyllic cobbled streets that are lined with half-timbered houses and secluded courtyards and pass b...

Day 11 - Boppard, Rüdesheim
Port - Rüdesheim Wander through Boppard’s stone-paved streets, riverside walking paths and historic center, stopping in for wine at the half-timbered taverns serving up exceptional Riesling from grapes grown on nearby vineyards. In Rüdesheim, make your way up to arguabl...
Excursion(s)
- Boppard village stroll Excursion Price - $70

Join the Cruise Manager on a walk through this attractive town with a long and surprising history; the Cruise Manager will point out its highlights and recommend a host of activities. Take a chairlift to the top of the hi...

Excursion(s)
- "Let's Go" Rhine biking Excursion Price - $70

On today’s outing, you’ll pedal through the incomparable Boppard Hamm, a loop on the Rhine and a famed wine region known for its Riesling, Rivaner and Pinot Noir grapes. The Boppard Hamm is situated between Boppard and S...

Excursion(s)
- "Let's Go" Rhine hiking Excursion Price - $70

Set out on a brisk hike up to the Gedeonseck for unparalleled views of the Rhine River Valley. You’ll want to bring good shoes for this steep hike up to the top, where you can look upon the picture-perfect riverbend belo...

Excursion(s)
- Rheinstein visit Excursion Price - $70

Perched on a rock high above the Rhine sits the quaint and romantic, Rheinstein Castle. Originally built around 900 A.D. as a customs post for the German Empire, Rheinstein Castle became home to emperors and archbishops over th...

Excursion(s)
- Rüdesheim walk with local treats Excursion Price - $70

The winemaking town of Rüdesheim boasts countless delights, especially along the enchanting Drosselgasse alley that runs through the city’s Old Town. Follow your guide through this quaint neighborhood and learn ...

Excursion(s)
- Rheinweinwelten visit - The best Rhine Rieslings Excursion Price - $70

Enjoy a wine tasting at your leisure with a visit to Rheinweinwelten in Rüdesheim. This local treasure trove of wines is sure to impress, with 14 different wine caves to explore. This experience ...

Day 12 - Frankfurt (Disembark)
Port - Frankfurt Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group purchase or transfer, you will be transferred to Frankfurt Airport for your flight home.

Frankfurt to Baden-Baden

Day 1 - Frankfurt (Embark)
Port - Frankfurt Arrive at Frankfurt Airport. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship.

Day 2 - Cochem
Port - Cochem Perhaps one of Germany’s most colorful cities, Cochem feels just like a storybook with its dramatic castle, impressive landscapes and pastel-colored shops, restaurants and buildings lining the banks of the Moselle. Perched high above on a cliff sits the br...
Excursion(s)
- Night Out: Evening visit to Cochem Castle Excursion Price - $70

Hovering over the Moselle River, the stunningly medieval Cochem Castle dates back to 1100 and once served to collect tolls from passing ships. Since its construction, it has changed appearance and ruler...

Day 3 - Cochem
Port - Cochem The picturesque town of Cochem is nestled in a particularly scenic area of the Moselle Valley. The Moselle River cuts through the town, leaving Cochem in two distinct halves on two steep hills. Discover Cochem’s perfect quaintness on foot, with stops along...
Excursion(s)
- The secrets of the Cold War Excursion Price - $70

Today, you’ll discover one of the best-kept secrets in Germany: a hidden underground bunker where Germany’s Central Bank stored currency worth billions during the Cold War. Disguised by two residential houses, the ma...

Excursion(s)
- "Let's Go" biking to Beilstein Excursion Price - $70

Excursion(s)
- "Let's Go" hiking the suspension bridge of Geierlay Excursion Price - $70

Excursion(s)
- St. Aldegund with wine tasting and local treats Excursion Price - $70

Day 4 - Trier
Port - Trier Trier is no stranger to famous landmarks, stunning cathedrals, natural beauty, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and architectural treasures. See Trier’s Roman heritage and Gallic charm as you stroll to some of the city’s most notable spots. Marvel at the stone Roman gate, Porta Nigra, the Karl Marx house, Imperial Baths and more.

Excursion(s)
- Trier panoramic city tour Excursion Price - $70

In ancient times Trier was the largest Roman settlement north of the Alps, and six emperors ruled the Western Empire from here. Remnants of that Roman city still stand, despite taking part in centuries of warfare, earn...

Day 5 - Trier (Luxembourg)
Port - Trier Trier is a city encased in stunning ruins and remnants from the Roman Empire, and not to mention neighbor to the small country of Luxembourg. Experience a healthy dose of history with a visit to the expansive Luxembourg American War Cemetery and Memorial, where General George S. Patton is buried.

Excursion(s)
- Luxembourg with WWII Cemetery Excursion Price - $70

Over the course of 900 years, Luxembourg grew into one of the greatest fortified sites in Europe because of its strategic geographical position and ever-changing political affiliations. Your panoramic city tour wil...

Day 6 - Bernkastel
Port - Bernkastel Bernkastel sits peacefully in the Moselle Valley and is as romantic and picture-perfect as it gets. Explore by foot its scenic streets, taverns and vineyards, and enjoy a tasting of exceptional regional Rieslings. Aside from the medieval marketplace, a...
Excursion(s)
- "Let's Go" biking the scenic Middle Moselle Excursion Price - $70

Follow the serene 14 miles of riverside bike paths along the Moselle. As this gentle pathway twists and turns, you’ll cross over two bridges and enjoy numerous stops for pictures and refreshments. You...

Excursion(s)
- Bernkastel village walk with Riesling tasting Excursion Price - $70

A leisurely walk around the romantic village of Bernkastel awaits today. Wander through the town’s idyllic cobbled streets that are lined with half-timbered houses and secluded courtyards and pass b...

Day 7 - Boppard, Rüdesheim
Port - Rüdesheim Wander through Boppard’s stone-paved streets, riverside walking paths and historic center, stopping in for wine at the half-timbered taverns serving up exceptional Riesling from grapes grown on nearby vineyards. In Rüdesheim, make your way up to arguabl...
Excursion(s)
- Boppard village stroll Excursion Price - $70

Join the Cruise Manager on a walk through this attractive town with a long and surprising history; the Cruise Manager will point out its highlights and recommend a host of activities. Take a chairlift to the top of the hi...

Excursion(s)
- "Let's Go" Rhine biking Excursion Price - $70

On today’s outing, you’ll pedal through the incomparable Boppard Hamm, a loop on the Rhine and a famed wine region known for its Riesling, Rivaner and Pinot Noir grapes. The Boppard Hamm is situated between Boppard and S...

Excursion(s)
- "Let's Go" Rhine hiking Excursion Price - $70

Set out on a brisk hike up to the Gedeonseck for unparalleled views of the Rhine River Valley. You’ll want to bring good shoes for this steep hike up to the top, where you can look upon the picture-perfect riverbend belo...

Excursion(s)
- Rheinstein visit Excursion Price - $70

Perched on a rock high above the Rhine sits the quaint and romantic, Rheinstein Castle. Originally built around 900 A.D. as a customs post for the German Empire, Rheinstein Castle became home to emperors and archbishops over th...

Excursion(s)
- Rüdesheim walk with local treats Excursion Price - $70

The winemaking town of Rüdesheim boasts countless delights, especially along the enchanting Drosselgasse alley that runs through the city’s Old Town. Follow your guide through this quaint neighborhood and learn ...

Excursion(s)
- Rheinweinwelten visit - The best Rhine Rieslings Excursion Price - $70

Enjoy a wine tasting at your leisure with a visit to Rheinweinwelten in Rüdesheim. This local treasure trove of wines is sure to impress, with 14 different wine caves to explore. This experience ...

Day 8 - Speyer
Port - Speyer Expect the unexpected in Speyer, where ancient treasures harmoniously coexist with modern day innovation. For something really unexpected, venture into a mysterious, candlelit tasting room to sample flavorful elixirs made from wine vinegars. Utterly unique...
Excursion(s)
- Formula 1 Racetrack Excursion Price - $70

Excursion(s)
- Private Doktorenhof Vinegar Estate visit and tasting Excursion Price - $70

For a different spin on the Palatinate wine region, visit the Weinessiggut Doktorenhof estate for a special vinegar tasting. Yes, you read that right—a vinegar tasting. Founded by Georg Wiede...

Day 9 - Strasbourg
Port - Strasbourg Strasbourg is invariably described as quaint, with its cobbled lanes, half timbered homes, giant stork nests and impossible-to-resist pastry shops. You'll see Strasbourg today, and enjoy an enlightening and relaxing overview of this historically important city. In the evening, a special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

Excursion(s)
- Strasbourg panoramic tour with Cathedral and Old Town walk Excursion Price - $70

Controlled over the centuries by either France or Germany, Strasbourg—cross-cultural and bilingual—offers a delightful combination of old and new, as well as French and German character...

Day 10 - Strasbourg, Baden-Baden (Disembark)
Port - Strasbourg Today, you’ll disembark the ship and transfer to the Dorint Hotel Maison Messmer Baden-Baden for the tour portion of this itinerary.

Day 11 - Baden-Baden
Port - Baden-Baden Baden-Baden is known as a spa town, and appropriately so. The city’s contemporary flair meshes with hot springs, spas and unspoiled nature, offering a wonderfully diverse collection of relaxing and invigorating experiences. Whether you embark on a tou...
Excursion(s)
- Baden-Baden city tour with casino Excursion Price - $70

Join a local guide for a walking tour of enchanting Baden-Baden, which will bring you past two thermal baths and the city’s famous Casino. Gain further appreciation for the Romans and their love of natural spa ...

Excursion(s)
- Festspielhaus guided visit Excursion Price - $70

Immerse yourself in the melodies of Baden-Baden on a guided visit to the Festspielhaus, the 2,500-seat Opera House. Festspielhaus is Germany’s largest opera house and the largest classical music venue in Europe. Its a...

Excursion(s)
- Caracalla Thermal Bath Excursion Price - $70

Perhaps Baden-Baden’s most notable attraction, the Caracalla Spa features countless opportunities to enjoy the mineral-rich waters of the thermal baths. This large facility offers a soothing atmosphere unlike anywhere els...

Excursion(s)
- Sea Salt Grotto Excursion Price - $70

Experience the benefits of Dead Sea and Himalayan salts in the Salina Sea Salt Grotto of Baden-Baden. The grotto’s walls are dressed in all-natural salt bricks, while the floor is blanketed with a thick layer of salt—working tog...

Day 12 - Baden-Baden (Depart)
Port - Baden-Baden Check out of your hotel and begin your journey home. If your cruise package includes a group purchase or transfer, you will be transferred to Frankfurt Airport for your flight home.

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Last Updated: 7/13/2023

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