Delights of the Rhine to the Danube
Delights of the Rhine to the Danube
Delights of the Rhine to the Danube
14 Days Starting in Cologne, Germany and ending in Belgium
Visiting: Cologne, Rüdesheim am Rhein, Frankfurt, Freudenberg, Würzburg, Schweinfurt, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Linz, Melk, Passau, Germany, Belgium, Eastern Europe
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Tour code:
c-tbc4
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
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Tour Overview
Taking in the breathtaking scenery and remarkable sights of three rivers – the Rhine, Main, and famous ‘Blue Danube’ – join us as we journey through the heart of Europe on the ultimate river cruising experience. From the Gothic masterpiece of Cologne to the beauty of the Wachau Valley, the quaint town of Melk to the very best of Bavaria, expect idyllic landscapes, medieval Old Towns, and rich history at every turn. When you're not exploring ancient cities, the crew onboard the MS Serenade 1 will ensure your every need is catered to, so you can just sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Cologne
Location: Cologne
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Dinner
Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to Cologne where we join our ship.
Day 2 : Rüdesheim To Frankfurt
Location: Rüdesheim am Rhein, Frankfurt
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Relax on board our ship as we cruise along the Rhine, which leads us through the Rhine Gorge and past the legendary Lorelai. This afternoon, we arrive at the quaint wine town of Rüdesheim. Here, you can enjoy the town’s many highlights on our optional excursion, including a cable car ride offering panoramic views across the Rhine Valley.
This evening we sail overnight to Frankfurt.
Day 3 : Frankfurt To Freudenberg
Location: Frankfurt, Freudenberg
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We arrive in Frankfurt this morning, where there’s the opportunity to join our optional city tour in the company of a local guide. Located on the River Main, Frankfurt boasts a long, rich history and a vibrant city centre. Along with its lively centre, fantastic museums and shops, the city also retains some of its pre-war centre; Römerberg is the area that escaped most of the bombing during the war, giving the city a wonderful contrast.
We return to the ship for lunch on board and onward sailing to Freudenberg.
Day 4 : Freudenberg To Würzburg
Location: Freudenberg, Würzburg
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We arrive in Freudenberg this morning. Freudenberg is a quaint medieval town known for its unique black-and-white half-timbered houses, which are lined up close together and form an impressive backdrop. The most beautiful vantage point of Freudenberg and the half-timbered houses is from Kurpark, and you’ll have free time this morning to explore at leisure.
This afternoon, we set sail for Würzburg.
Day 5 : Würzburg To Schweinfurt
Location: Würzburg, Schweinfurt
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning we arrive in the city of Würzburg, which served as the home of powerful prince-bishops for centuries. Join our optional excursion to visit Würzburg Palace – one of the finest pieces of Baroque art in the world – and its 8th-century church, and the Fortress Marienberg.
This evening, enjoy a relaxing evening on board as we set sail for Schweinfurt.
Day 6 : Schweinfurt To Bamberg
Location: Schweinfurt, Bamberg
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We arrive in Schweinfurt at lunchtime. Schweinfurt is a city with a 1,200-year-old history, and during your free time you’ll have the chance to take in historic buildings that used to be the homes of some of the most innovative people of their times. You can also explore the heritage of famous poets such as Friedrich Rückert, one of Germany’s best-known authors of the 19th century. With a mixture of historic buildings and bold, modern architecture, there’s no shortage of things to see and do!
Later this evening, we set sail for Bamberg.
Day 7 : Bamberg To Nuremberg
Location: Bamberg, Nuremberg
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We arrive in the beautiful Bavarian town of Bamberg, which is located at the start of the Main-Danube canal. Surrounded by seven hills, it boasts the most intact centre in Germany with the Old Town listed as a world heritage site because of its authentic medieval appearance. Join our optional tour of the city to take in the main sights including the cathedral, Altenburg Castle, the Old Town Hall, and the former Benedictine Monastery.
This evening we enjoy dinner on board and set sail for Nuremberg.
Day 8 : Nuremberg To Regensburg
Location: Nuremberg, Regensburg
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning we arrive in Nuremberg, Bavaria’s second largest city after Munich. Most of the city walls still stand, and inside the city you can explore the fascinating juxtaposition of medieval and modern life in an area filled with Gothic churches, aristocratic houses, fountains, memorials and romantic corners, all dominated by the Kaiser Castle. Why not join our optional guided sightseeing tour and make the most of your visit?
This afternoon, we cruise towards Regensburg.
Day 9 : Regensburg To Linz
Location: Regensburg, Linz
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We arrive in Regensburg at lunchtime. Regensburg is located at the northernmost point of the Danube and at the confluence of the Danube and Regen rivers. You’ll have the opportunity to join our optional city tour this afternoon – the perfect way to take in one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval centres, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage site.
This evening, relax on board as we sail overnight towards Linz.
Day 10 : Linz To Melk
Location: Linz, Melk
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
On arrival in Linz, you will have free time to explore at your own pace.
Alternatively, you can join our optional excursion to Salzburg, Mozart’s famed birthplace and the ‘Sound of Music’ city. The centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and our guided tour takes in some of the highlights of this historic city with its Baroque architecture, stunning scenery, and atmospheric squares where you can relax with a typical Austrian coffee and cake.
We rejoin our ship in Linz and set sail for Melk this evening.
Day 11 : Melk To Passau
Location: Melk, Passau
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning’s discovery is of charming Melk, an Austrian town which is filled with cobbled streets and attractive buildings. It is also overlooked by one of the most splendid monastic houses in Austria – the Benedictine Abbey – which you can visit on our optional excursion.
We return to the ship for lunch before we set sail towards Passau.
Day 12 : Continue To Germany
Location: Germany
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: City-style hotels
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We bid farewell to our captain and crew this morning and continue by coach to Germany for an overnight stay.
Day 13 : Continue To Belgium
Location: Belgium
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: City-style hotels
Meals Included: Breakfast
We depart Germany and continue to Belgium for an overnight stay.
Day 14 : Return Home
Location: Belgium
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
This trip includes coach travel from/to a local UK joining point
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Fully Guided
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International Travel
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
What's Not Included
Accommodation
You will stay for eleven nights on a full-board basis aboard the MS Serenade 1.
Overnight stays in Germany and Belgium will be in city-style hotels.
Check out our Q&As
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Some tours carry a supplement for solo travellers, please ask for details if the Single price is not shown
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
On Leger Coach Holidays, your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full.
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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What type of coach will be used?
You will travel on either our Luxuria Coach or our Silver Service Coach
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Fully escorted by our experienced drivers/crews. And in most towns and cities we either include or offer optional sightseeing tours with expert local guides to help you get the most from your visits.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
40 years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?
Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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