All of our Shearings holidays
to Germany have been discounted from their brochure prices. When booking
please quote Travel 55 Refs: S9990Group Travel
Available - contact us for details.
Rhine & Moselle Cruise By Coach 10 Days - By
Air 8 Days
DAY 1:
UK to N. France Across
to Calais, then to our overnight hotel. (D)
DAY 6:
Cochem to Koblenz We
return to Koblenz, at the confluence of the Rhine and the
Moselle, with time to explore the old town's medieval centre.
(B,L,D)
DAY 2: N. France to
Cologne We join
the MV Virginia in Cologne, where you’ll have time to
explore the city or just relax on board the ship. The city’s
most famous sight must be the Kölner Dom, a massive Gothic
cathedral that dominates the skyline and is spectacularly
lit by night. (B,L,D)
DAY 7: Koblenz to Rüdesheim Through the spectacular Rhine Gorge, past
the famous ‘Loreley’ rock, to reach the popular
resort of Rüdesheim, with its crooked narrow streets
and half-timbered houses. Experience traditional German entertainment
in the taverns of the famous ‘Drosselgasse’. (B,L,D)
DAY 3: Cologne to Andernach A day of
leisurely cruising on the Rhine enjoying the beautiful scenery
of vine-clad slopes and hilltop castles. (B,L,D)
DAY 8: Rüdesheim to Cologne Retracing
our journey along the Rhine, we return to Cologne. This evening
there is a Farewell Dinner on board. (B,L,D)
DAY 4: Andernach to
Alken We join
the Moselle at Koblenz and call in at Winningen, well known
for its vineyards and half-timbered houses. We continue on
the Moselle to our next port of call, Alken.
DAY 9: Cologne to N. France To our overnight hotel
for dinner. (B,D)
DAY 5: Alken to Cochem A morning’s cruising on the Moselle to charming
Cochem, the best known town of the Moselle
Valley, where we spend the afternoon at leisure.
Cochem is a typical medieval wine village, with a
wide selection of inns where you can enjoy
sampling the local wines. (B,L,D)
DAY 10: N. France to
UK To Calais,
Dover and then home. (B)
Offering
a good standard of accommodation for over a hundred passengers,
the Virginia has a well furnished dining room and a comfortable
Promenade Deck lounge with a well appointed bar and an inviting
dance floor. All 55 outward facing cabins have private facilities,
air conditioning/heating, satellite TV in port and in-house
videos while sailing, twin beds (except singles) and a continental
type electricity socket (220V). Whilst on board the Virginia you will receive
buffet breakfast, with hot food available, a three course
lunch and dinner, plus morning and afternoon tea/coffee. Prices
are based on sharing a two berth cabin on the Rear Promenade/Main
Deck (Grade C). Please note that supplements reflect the deck
or cabin position and not the size of the cabin, except A+
cabins, which are larger. Grade C cabins may be subject to
engine noise (only daytime sailing!). Due to steep stairs
between decks, the ship is not suitable for people with walking
difficulties (no stair lift).
Please note, that in the
unlikely event circumstances (e.g. lock maintenance, weather
conditions or water levels) the itinerary may have to be amended.
To
book or to check availability Contact Shearings 01942
824824 Quote Travel 55 Ref S9990
plus Shearings Holiday Code
All holidays subject to
availability and to Shearings trading charter.
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