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A 4-Day Getaway Along the Rhine During Advent: Castles and Christmas Markets in Rüdesheim and Mainz

Main features
Boat type: river boat
Number of cabins: 57
Maximum capacity: 110 travelers
Crew members: 30

Cabins

Double cabin on the promenade deck
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Double cabin on the promenade deck with a french balcony (location at the beginning or end of the corridor).
Double cabin on the promenade deck
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Double cabin on the promenade deck with a french balcony.
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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

Cologne
Today, you can travel on your own or, if you prefer, by bus (optional service) to Cologne, where... more+ you’ll check in on your houseboat around 4:00 p.m. In this cathedral city, you’ll have the chance to explore Cologne’s charming Christmas market at your leisure. The festively decorated stalls and warm atmosphere will immediately immerse you in the spirit of Advent. In the evening, a delicious four-course welcome dinner awaits you before your boat departs around 11:00 PM. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Cologne Rüdesheim
In the morning, enjoy a scenic cruise through the Middle Rhine Valley, passing impressive rock... more+ formations and majestic castles. Around 2:00 p.m., the boat will dock in Rüdesheim, where it will spend the night. Explore this charming wine-growing town and be sure to stroll down the famous Drosselgasse street and discover the magical Christmas Market of Nations. 
Included activities: Guided walk in Rüdesheim, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Rüdesheim Mainz
Around 8:30 a.m., we’ll weigh anchor and continue on to Mainz. Around 11:30 a.m., you’ll arrive... more+ in Gutenberg, on the banks of the Rhine. If you wish, you can join us for a guided tour of the city, which will begin aboard the Gutenberg-Express, a small red train, and continue on foot through the historic streets of the old town, as well as across the famous market square dominated by the imposing Mainz Cathedral. During Advent, the Mainz Christmas market shines with a special splendor starting around November 27, creating a festive atmosphere. Around 8:30 p.m., your floating hotel will set sail again toward Cologne. 
Included activities: A Walk in Mainz, more+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Mainz Cologne
After a delicious breakfast on board, you will disembark and begin your return journey on your own... more+ or, if you prefer, by bus (reservations available). The wonderful memories of your river cruise will undoubtedly remain with you for a long time to come. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner

included

The price includes
Draft beer, house wine, non-alcoholic beverages, water, coffee/tea in the restaurant and bar from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM on board
Port and tourist tax
Fuel surcharge
Spanish guide (no minimum number of participants required)
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Possible fuel price increases
Tips
Transfers
Flights
Beverages other than those listed
Guide speaking English, Italian, German, or French (if excursions are organized with a minimum of 10 passengers per language)
Meals not included in the program
Filovent cancellation cover more+
Filovent comprehensive cover more+
Additional information
Languages spoken on board: English and Spanish
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request

Activities

Guided walk in Rüdesheim
included
A Walk in Mainz
included

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Information about the partner

  • Filovent partner since 2024
  • Last booking with this partner in August 2026
  • 29 bookings with this partner
  • Partner's overall rating: 8.3 / 10 (11 avis)
  • Average rating of the partner's boats: 8.4 / 10
  • Average rating of the partner's service: 8.2 / 10
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