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4 Rivers: castle visits and wine tasting on the Neckar, romantic Rhine, Moselle and Saar rivers

Looking for a holiday with a change of scenery, relaxation, exclusivity and a wealth of cultural visits?

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Main features
Boat type: river boat
Number of cabins: 72
Maximum capacity: 143 travelers
Crew members: 25

Cabins

Double Cabin - Cat A - Upper Deck
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Cabins with high sliding windows. Premium location cabins.
Double Cabin - Cat B - Upper Deck
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Cabins with high sliding windows. Cabins with an "intermediate" location.
NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice for technical reasons (captain's decision).

Itinerary

Itinerary
Strasbourg Mannheim
Boarding at 4 p.m. Introduction to the crew and welcome cocktail. Departure at 5 p.m. for Mannheim.... more+ Evening entertainment. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Mannheim Heidelberg Rüdesheim
Optional excursion to Heidelberg. Departure by coach for Heidelberg, the symbol of German... more+ Romanticism. Meet your guides at Heidelberg Castle, where you'll discover the exterior of this magnificent, partly ruined pink sandstone castle. Since the end of the 18th century, the castle ruins have inspired painters and poets, who saw them as a symbol of the greatness and decadence of human endeavors. Goethe, Hölderlin, Uhland and Eichendorff celebrated the castle landscape, while many painters chose it as their motif. Discover the geometric terraces of the Palatinate Garden, the "Hortus Palatinus", once considered the "eighth wonder of the world". Your guides will take you on a tour of the old town. Admire the exterior of the Church of the Holy Spirit, built between 1398 and 1441 as the burial place of the Prince Electors.

Afternoon sailing to Rüdesheim.

In the evening, the famous Drosselgasse awaits you with its many "guinguettes".
 
Optional services: Guided tour of Heidelberg, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Rüdesheim Cochem
In the morning, optional excursion: small train, wine tasting and museum of mechanical music in... more+ Rüdesheim. Departure by tourist train for a guided tour of the Rüdesheim vineyards. Wine tasting in the historic cellars of the Bassenheimer Hof, a 16th-century stately home. Then on to the Siegfrieds Mechanisches Musikkabinett museum, housed in a historic 15th-century building. It houses an impressive collection of mechanical musical instruments, one of the largest and most beautiful collections from the 18th to the 20th centuries.

Afternoon sailing through the beautiful valley of the Romantic Rhine, then on to the Moselle. With its castles, historic towns, vineyards and the famous Loreley Rock, this sublime landscape, deeply linked to history and legend, has inspired numerous writers, painters and composers.

Arrival in Cochem in the evening. Evening entertainment.
 
Optional services: Mini-train ride, wine tasting and visit to the Mechanical Music Museum in Rüdesheim, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Cochem Trier
Optional morning excursion: guided tour of Cochem Castle. Transfer to Cochem Castle by minibus. The... more+ Reichsburg dominates the Moselle in all its splendor. Guided tour of this magnificent castle dating from the year 1000. Destroyed in the 17th century, it was completely rebuilt in neo-Gothic style according to old plans. It is distinguished by its graceful turrets topped with bell towers. After your visit to the castle, enjoy some free time in the town. As you wind your way through the narrow, winding streets, you'll come across half-timbered houses with slate roofs and the town hall square, steeped in history.

Afternoon sailing on the Moselle towards Trier.
 
Optional services: Guided tour of Cochem Castle, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Trier Sarrebourg Remich
Overnight arrival in Trier.

Optional morning excursion: guided tour of Trier. Discover Trier's... more+ Roman cultural heritage, its view of the Moselle and its magnificent landscape. Known as one of the seats of Roman imperial power, one of the great centers of early Christianity and a vibrant medieval city, Trier has retained valuable architectural features from all three periods. See the amphitheatre, the imperial baths, the Roman basilica, the famous Porta Nigra, designed as both a fortress and a monument, and St. Peter's Cathedral from the Middle Ages.

Afternoon sailing on the Saar and Moselle towards Remich. Evening entertainment.
 
Optional services: Guided tour of Trier, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Remich Luxembourg
Optional morning excursion: visit to Caves St Martin and wine tasting. In 1919, in the aftermath of... more+ the First World War, the Caves St Martin were founded. In the heart of these underground galleries, dug almost a kilometer deep, you'll discover the secrets of Luxembourg wine. Afterwards, transfer to the historic center of Remich for some free time. Nicknamed the Pearl of the Moselle, this small Luxembourg town is nestled in a sublime panorama of vineyards and dense forests that surround it like an amphitheater. Discover the facades and doors adorned with Roman and Baroque remains, the picturesque narrow streets and a sculpture by artist Will Lofy representing the Roman god of Wine.

In the afternoon, optional excursion: guided tour of Luxembourg City. Departure by coach from Remich to Luxembourg. Built on a plateau intersected by ravines, the capital of the Grand Duchy resembles a stage set. A guided walking tour of the historic center will introduce you to many of the city's special attractions: the Place d'Armes, the Place de la Constitution, the government district, the Corniche, the Old Town, the Grand Ducal Palace (exterior), the Place Guillaume II.

Gala evening.
 
Optional services: Visit to the Caves St Martin and wine tasting, Guided tour of Luxembourg City, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Luxembourg Strasbourg
Buffet breakfast on board. Disembarkation at 9:00 a.m. Immediately afterward, transfer by coach to... more+ Strasbourg, arriving around 11:30 a.m.
End of our services.
 
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner

included

The price includes
Mineral water available
Unlimited tea and coffee on board
Onboard entertainment
Assistance from the onboard entertainment team
Welcome cocktail
The gala evening
Assistance / repatriation insurance
Port taxes
Bed linen, towels, shower gel and shampoo
French-speaking and English-speaking guides
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Drinks on special menus
Beverages taken with meals during excursions or transfers
Cancellation/luggage insurance
Routing
Personal expenses
Transfers
Transfer from the airport to the port
Transfer from the port to the airport
Guides speaking Spanish and Italian for groups only
Possible fuel price increases
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
Filovent cancellation cover more+
Filovent comprehensive cover more+
Additional information
Excursions must be added at least two weeks before the cruise departure date. Any changes made after the reservation has been confirmed will incur a €50 change fee per booking
Optional excursions are subject to availability and must be booked in advance before departure
Languages spoken on board: English and French
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request
Activities and excursions upon request more+

Activities

Departure for the visit of Heidelberg. This cosmopolitan, friendly, and vibrant city is made up of 15 distinct neighborhoods and is particularly attractive to families, students, business people, and researchers. Its high quality of life comes through to... more+ visitors, who feel genuinely at home here. We'll begin with a visit to the outside of Heidelberg Castle, where you'll be able to see the Renaissance ruins and parts of its restoration. The castle has a history that is almost as old as the city itself. From either the Great Terrace or the gardens, enjoy an amazing view over Heidelberg, the Neckar River, and the valley. Don't miss seeing the Heidelberg Tun. Built in 1751 by Prince Elector Karl Theodor, it housed the wine paid as taxes by the wine growers in the region. Legend has it that the permanently intoxicated court jester who guarded the cask, Perkeo, died after mistakenly drinking a simple glass of water. You can also enjoy a stroll through the castle gardens, once considered a masterpiece of their time. Built upon several terraces, they were made up of many flower beds, mazes, sculptures, heated greenhouse with orange trees, large ponds, waterfalls, and a man-made grotto. We'll then head for the Neckarmünzplatz, on the banks of the Necker River, and continue with a guided tour of the old city. We'll pass by the Church of the Holy Spirit, the most famous church in Heidelberg, whose steeple dominates the town. And then you can take advantage of some free time to wander through the streets and shops before returning on board.PLEASE NOTEDepending on the cruise, departure and/or return on board in MannheimThe access to the castle needs climbing up a 300m gradient.Good walking shoes are recommended.The order of the visits can change.Times are approximate. 
Not included 76 € / people
You’ll begin the tour with a guided tour of the Rüdesheim vineyards aboard a small train, during which you’ll discover the famous vineyards that were already cultivated by the Romans. During this tour, you’ll learn about the history of winemaking in... more+ the region and enjoy breathtaking views of Rüdesheim and the Rhine. The little train will then stop right in front of the historic Bassenheimer Hof winery, a 16th-century manor house, where you’ll take part in a wine tasting*. A winemaker from the Störzel family winery will guide you through a tasting of three wines—from the driest to the sweetest—while sharing the history of the winery and winemaking in the Rüdesheim region, along with some local anecdotes. After the tasting, you’ll head to the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments, located 100 meters from the winery. The “Siegfrieds Mechanisches Musikkabinett” is Germany’s first museum dedicated to musical instruments with built-in memory. From delicate music boxes to the colossal concert-piano orchestrions, no fewer than 350 automatic instruments are gathered here to form one of the largest and most beautiful collections from the 18th to the 20th century, displayed across more than 400 m². Visitors can also admire the tools and machines used to manufacture organ cylinders, music charts, note rolls, and music box plates. Regardless of their age, museum visitors always take great pleasure in discovering this unique music, the techniques of yesteryear, and how these instruments work. After your visit to the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments, you’ll have free time to make your way back to the boat at your own pace or to stroll through the narrow streets of Rüdesheim as you walk down the famous Drosselgasse.NOTESBe sure to wear appropriate clothing for your visit to the Bassenheimer Hof.Be sure to wear sturdy shoes, as the narrow streets are cobblestone and sloped.After the tour, passengers will have free time; they will return to the boat on foot at their own pace to enjoy the town.The order of the visits may be subject to change.Times are provided for informational purposes only.*Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health; please drink in moderation. 
Not included 36 € / people
Transfer to Cochem Castle by minibus in groups of about 30 passengers. The Reichsburg stands on a remarkable site—a vineyard-covered hill overlooking the Moselle. Guided tour of this magnificent castle, dating back to the year 1000, which was destroyed by... more+ French troops in the 17th century and completely rebuilt according to original plans in a Neo-Gothic style. It is distinguished by its graceful turrets topped with spires. It is one of the few German castles that, having been rebuilt after their destruction, still retain their original appearance today. After the castle tour, you’ll have somefree time to explore the town. The town of Cochem is well worth a visit, whether for its narrow, winding streets, its half-timbered houses with carefully restored slate roofs, the historic town hall square, or its ancient walls, gates, and churches. Walk back to the ship.NOTESBe sure to wear sturdy walking shoes: the streets are cobblestone.The return to the ship will be on foot.Replaced by Thurant Castle on certain dates.The order of the visits may be subject to change.Times are approximate. 
Not included 34 € / people
Depart from the boat for a panoramic bus tour of the city of Trier. Discover Trier’s Roman cultural heritage, its views of the Moselle River, and its magnificent scenery. Trier is the oldest city in Germany—so ancient that it predates Rome by 13 years.... more+ Trier’s age is not its only claim to fame. It is best known for having been one of the seats of Roman imperial power, one of the major centers of early Christianity, and a vibrant medieval city. From these three periods, the city has preserved valuable architectural landmarks. The city tour continues on foot. Discover (exterior tours)the amphitheater: in terms of size, it was the tenth largest in the entire Roman Empire. It could accommodate 30,000 spectators. Next, the imperial baths, which featured sumptuous interior design: marble-clad walls and floors, mosaics, wall frescoes, and statues. The entire complex of the thermal baths formed a square measuring 140 m by 250 m. We’ll continue on to the Roman basilica. Built around 310, the Constantinian basilica has been in continuous use ever since. From its inception, the building was imposing: 67 m long, 27 m wide, and 30 m high. Over time, numerous buildings were added to it. Finally, discover the famous Porta Nigra, which was designed to serve both as a fortress and as a monument (30 m high, 36 m wide, and 22 m deep). Even Rome today does not have an ancient building of this size in such a well-preserved condition. Take a stroll through the city center, which is marked by its medieval heritage, notably thanks to St. Peter’s Cathedral (exterior). Its oldest structures date back to 326, but the church’s overall layout was significantly altered in the 11th century. Also enjoy the atmosphere of the Market Square. Highly Baroque in style and located in the heart of downtown, it also charms visitors with its blend of architectural styles. The old half-timbered houses blend beautifully with the classic pastel-colored homes, adorned with white stucco. At the end of your guided tour, you’ll have some free time to wander around the city at your leisure. Return to the ship by coach. NOTES Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes. The order of the visits may be subject to change. Times are approximate.  
Not included 60 € / people
A guided walking tour will take you to several of the city’s unique attractions: Place d’Armes, Place de la Constitution, the government district, the Corniche, the Old Town, the Grand Ducal Palace (exterior), and Place Guillaume II.Then return to Remich.... more+ Visit a winery(1) and enjoy a wine tasting*. Deep within the underground tunnels, which stretch for nearly a kilometer, you’ll discover the secrets of wine. Return to the boat.NOTES(1) If unavailable, a visit to another winery.Times are approximate and may be subject to change depending on the cruise route.The order of the visits may be changed.*Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health; please drink responsibly. 
Not included 85 € / people
Luxembourg is a real mix of styles and cultures. We’ll set out on a guided tour on foot to get a closer look at some of the sites, including the Place des Armes, Place de la Constitution, capital buildings, Corniche, old city, Grand Ducal Palace... more+ (exterior), and Place Guillaume II. After our tour, we’ll enjoy some free time in the city before we return to the ship in Remich.PLEASE NOTETimes are approximate and can change according to our navigational route.The order of the visits can change. 
Not included 66 € / people

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  • Last booking with this partner in September 2026
  • 440 bookings with this partner
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