Mighty Rhine to Switzerland by Air
Mighty Rhine to Switzerland by Air
Mighty Rhine to Switzerland by Air
8 Days Starting in London and ending in London, UK
Visiting: Cologne, Rüdesheim am Rhein, London, Speyer, Strasbourg, Basel, Lucerne, Breisach, Mannheim, Alsace, Heidelberg, Mainz
Tour operator:
Tour code:
a-tbc2
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
Enjoy the convenience of starting your holiday in the skies before experiencing the very best of the Rhine on this romantic journey that’ll see you taking in the sights of three countries – Germany, France and Switzerland. With stylish, floating accommodation aboard the MS Serenade 1, explore ancient old towns, Gothic cathedrals and captivating museums as you enjoy visits to iconic destinations including Strasbourg, Basel and Breisach. From the sheer cliff faces of the mythical Rhine Gorge to the lush plains of the Alsace, you’re in for a memorable river cruise.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Cologne
Location: Cologne, Rüdesheim am Rhein, London
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Dinner
Fly from London Heathrow to Cologne. On arrival, our coach picks us up and transfers us to our ship, where we enjoy dinner and a relaxing evening on board. We set sail tonight for Rüdesheim.
Day 2 : Rüdesheim
Location: Rüdesheim am Rhein
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Relax onboard as we cruise along the Rhine which leads us through the Rhine Gorge and past the legendary Lorelei. 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 for panoramic views across the Rhine valley. This evening we set sail for Speyer.
Day 3 : Speyer To Strasbourg
Location: Speyer, Strasbourg
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, we arrive in charming Speyer. Easily explored on foot, highlights of the town including a magnificent Romanesque cathedral, the remains of a medieval synagogue, and an abundance of museums.
Why not join our optional excursion to the Speyer Technical Museum, which houses vintage cars, locomotives, and an original Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet?
Lunch is served onboard our ship, and you’ll have some free time before we sail overnight to Strasbourg.
Day 4 : Strasbourg To Basel
Location: Basel, Strasbourg
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, we arrive at the magnificent city of Strasbourg, which is well known for its world heritage status. Enjoy free time to explore at your own pace – why not discover the main sights or wander around the Old Town?
Alternatively, join our fantastic optional excursion and enjoy a cruise along Strasbourg’s waterways – the ultimate way to take in the attractions from a new perspective.
We return to the ship for lunch and set sail to Basel.
Day 5 : Basel To Lucerne To Breisach
Location: Basel, Lucerne, Breisach
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, we arrive into the old university city of Basel. Here, you can join our full-day excursion by coach to the Swiss resort of Lucerne. This memorable journey follows a route that tunnels through the Jura Mountains, before arriving at Lucerne – the historic and scenic heart of Switzerland. Be sure to visit the beautiful Chapel Bridge with its prominent water tower, one of the most photographed landmarks in Switzerland.
Tonight, we sail to Breisach.
Day 6 : Breisach To Alsace To Mannheim
Location: Breisach, Mannheim, Alsace
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, we arrive into Breisach, where the Black Forest meets the Alsace. Here, you can join our optional excursion into the beautiful Alsace. We’ll call at the quaint village of Riquewihr and enjoy a wine tasting at the famous Dopff & Irion vineyard.
This afternoon, we set sail for Mannheim.
Day 7 : Mannheim To Heidelberg To Mainz
Location: Heidelberg, Mannheim, Mainz
Accommodation Name: MS Serenade 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arriving at the river port of Mannheim, you can join our optional excursion to the majestic city of Heidelberg – home of Germany’s oldest university. Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, before we return to our ship for lunch as we cruise to Mainz, arriving later this afternoon.
Mainz is situated at the confluence of the Rhine and Main rivers and has been the capital of the German federal state of Rhineland-Palatinate since 1946. We set sail for Cologne later this evening.
Day 8 : Return Home
Location: London, Cologne
Meals Included: Breakfast
We bid farewell to our captain and crew this morning before transferring by coach to Cologne Airport for the return flight to London Heathrow.
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
Yes, airport transfers are included
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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 seven nights on a full-board basis aboard the MS Serenade 1.
Check out our Q&As
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Are flights included in this tour?
Return flights are included on any Leger Air Holidays
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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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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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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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 airport transfers included in this tour?
Airport transfers are included on any Leger Air Holidays
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
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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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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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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