Travel on “Father Rhine” in modern and elegant style – on your dream cruise with our RHEIN SYMPHONIE. Modernised in 2023, the ships offer light, airy rooms and ample space. The generously dimensioned panoramic windows guarantee the best views of the passing riverscapes. A spacious sun deck is the perfect place to relax. Exquisite specialities are served in the panorama restaurant and fine beverages are served at the bar in the panorama salon. In our spacious cabins you can recharge your batteries for your next discoveries along this majestic river.
Discoveries along the Rhine
5 days | Cologne - Rüdesheim - Mainz - Cologne
from €679 p. P.
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Why this trip?
- Discovery Rhine cruise
- Through the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage region of the Middle Rhine Valley past castles and legendary landscapes
- Experience imposing fortresses, magnificent churches and picturesque half-timbered houses along the Rhine
Early bird discount
The discount is already included in the displayed starting price.
Itinerary
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Köln
Casting off: 17:00
Embarkation 15:00 to 16:00.
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Mooring: 07:00
Casting off: 13:00
Mooring: 18:00
Passage of the famous Loreley.
City tour Koblenz
With its more than 2000 years of history, Koblenz is one of the oldest cities in Germany. The original Latin name Confluentes (meaning: those who flow together) is due to the city's location. Koblenz is located at the mouth of the Moselle and Rhine, the so-called "German Corner". Get to know the historic old town on a walking tour. The idyllic alleys between the Basilica of St. Kastor, the oldest church building in Koblenz, and the Church of Our Lady give Koblenz a special charm. The tour takes you to another landmark of the city, the Schängelbrunnen fountain at the town hall, which is a monument to the Koblenz Schängel, a rascal.
Treis-Karden canonical leadership
Get to know the picturesque little town on the banks of the Moselle on a special walking tour. A canon in historical garb will guide you through the alleys lined with half-timbered houses of the canon's district of Karden, which belongs to the tranquil double municipality of Treis-Karden. Listen to his stories and entertaining anecdotes from the former Karden. The region is characterized by viticulture and therefore a visit to the historic Stiftsherren wine cellar and distillery should not be missed. You will learn a lot of interesting facts about viticulture and the art of distilling and take a taste.
Total duration: About 1 hour walk in total, partly over cobblestones. There are some stairs in the wine house.
Total duration:
About 1 hour walk in total, partly over cobblestones. There are some stairs in the wine house.
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Casting off: 12:00
Mooring: 18:30
Passage of the famous Loreley.
Excursion Bad Ems
Bad Ems delights its visitors with magnificent baroque buildings and wonderful spa architecture. Its unique historical setting has its origins in the emperor's spa's storied past, which even dates back to Roman times. Numerous celebrities from European history were welcome guests in Bad Ems. Learn interesting facts about the architecture and "illustrious" guests from days gone by during a guided tour.
City tour Koblenz
With its more than 2000 years of history, Koblenz is one of the oldest cities in Germany. The original Latin name Confluentes (meaning: those who flow together) is due to the city's location. Koblenz is located at the mouth of the Moselle and Rhine, the so-called "German Corner". Get to know the historic old town on a walking tour. The idyllic alleys between the Basilica of St. Kastor, the oldest church building in Koblenz, and the Church of Our Lady give Koblenz a special charm. The tour takes you to another landmark of the city, the Schängelbrunnen fountain at the town hall, which is a monument to the Koblenz Schängel, a rascal.
Rüdesheim city tour with Niederwald monument
The wine town on the Rhine is not only one of the best-known tourist attractions in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, but is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Get to know the small town on a leisurely walking tour and let yourself be enchanted by the romantic charm of its many half-timbered houses. The trip with the cable car to the Niederwald Monument rounds off the excursion: Enjoy a fantastic view of the Rhine Valley and Rüdesheim, surrounded by vines, and let the beautiful landscape take its effect on you.
Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet
About halfway down the Rhine from its source to its mouth in the North Sea is the town of
Rüdesheim, a wine-growing town in the Middle Rhine Valley. No one can say they know the Rhine if they haven't experienced a sunny
day in Rüdesheim. Look forward to your visit to this enchanting little town and don't miss during your
Don't miss a visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet during your stay. In the Brömser Hof, a knight's residence from the
15th century, some 350 self-playing musical instruments from three centuries are on display. During a one-hour guided
about orchestrions, barrel organs and the art of recording and reproducing music mechanically and physically.
and play it back. Enjoy a glass of wine and let yourself be amazed by the artistic-musical inventions of past times.
times. You will make your way to the Music Cabinet on the "Winzerexpress".
Toilets: 1
Treis-Karden canonical leadership
Get to know the picturesque little town on the banks of the Moselle on a special walking tour. A canon in historical garb will guide you through the alleys lined with half-timbered houses of the canon's district of Karden, which belongs to the tranquil double municipality of Treis-Karden. Listen to his stories and entertaining anecdotes from the former Karden. The region is characterized by viticulture and therefore a visit to the historic Stiftsherren wine cellar and distillery should not be missed. You will learn a lot of interesting facts about viticulture and the art of distilling and take a taste.
Total duration: About 1 hour walk in total, partly over cobblestones. There are some stairs in the wine house.
Total duration:
About 1 hour walk in total, partly over cobblestones. There are some stairs in the wine house.
City tour Mainz
Mainz looks back on a long city history and holds impressive buildings, monuments and museums. Today's Old Town, with its winding streets and alleys around Augustinerstrasse, which was the city's main shopping street until the 17th century, is a clear reminder of the medieval and early modern cityscape. The magnificent baroque facade of the Augustinian Church, which survived the war unscathed, towers integrated into the front of the houses. Baroque splendorous buildings, noble palaces and the "Heunensäule" on the market square are contemporary witnesses of the electoral era. Your tour will also take you to the mighty Mainz Cathedral of St. Martin. Let this city tour introduce you to the ages and many faces of Mainz.
Toilets: 1
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Casting off: 13:00
Mooring: 16:00
Casting off: 22:00
Rüdesheim city tour with Niederwald monument
The wine town on the Rhine is not only one of the best-known tourist attractions in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, but is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Get to know the small town on a leisurely walking tour and let yourself be enchanted by the romantic charm of its many half-timbered houses. The trip with the cable car to the Niederwald Monument rounds off the excursion: Enjoy a fantastic view of the Rhine Valley and Rüdesheim, surrounded by vines, and let the beautiful landscape take its effect on you.
City tour Mainz
Mainz looks back on a long city history and holds impressive buildings, monuments and museums. Today's Old Town, with its winding streets and alleys around Augustinerstrasse, which was the city's main shopping street until the 17th century, is a clear reminder of the medieval and early modern cityscape. The magnificent baroque facade of the Augustinian Church, which survived the war unscathed, towers integrated into the front of the houses. Baroque splendorous buildings, noble palaces and the "Heunensäule" on the market square are contemporary witnesses of the electoral era. Your tour will also take you to the mighty Mainz Cathedral of St. Martin. Let this city tour introduce you to the ages and many faces of Mainz.
Toilets: 1
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Köln
Mooring: 08:30
Disembarkation until 09:00.
Services
- Cruise in an outside cabin in the booked category
- nicko cruises full board
- nicko cruise director and local tour guide
- Comfortable Sennheiser audio system on all excursions operated by nicko cruises
- Entertainment programme on board
- Travel documents
- Luggage service between landing stage and cabin for embarkation and disembarkation
- All port and passenger fees
The services provided during your trip
- Arrival and departure
- Beverages on your cruise: €116 p. P.
- Excursion package with 3 excursions: €85 p. P.
- Insurance
- Complete insurance
- Travel cancellation insurance
- Travel health insurance
Additional services
Your ship: RHEIN SYMPHONIE
Travel on “Father Rhine” in modern and elegant style – on your dream cruise with our RHEIN SYMPHONIE. Modernised in 2023, the ships offer light, airy rooms and ample space. The generously dimensioned panoramic windows guarantee the best views of the passing riverscapes. A spacious sun deck is the perfect place to relax. Exquisite specialities are served in the panorama restaurant and fine beverages are served at the bar in the panorama salon. In our spacious cabins you can recharge your batteries for your next discoveries along this majestic river.
Discoveries along the Rhine
from
€679
p. P.
Select cabin