Filovent yacht charter agency

Ten days' cruising on one of Europe's great waterways: from Strasbourg to Amsterdam

Main characteristics
Type of boat: river boat
Number of cabins: 87
Maximum capacity: 174 travelers
Crew members: 34

Cabs

Double Cabin - 2 Separable Beds - Cat A - Upper Deck
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Cabins with French balconies and large panoramic windows. Premium location cabins
Double Cabin - 1 Double Bed - Cat A - Upper Deck
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Cabins with French balconies and large panoramic windows. Premium location cabins.
Double Cabin - 2 Separable Beds - Cat B - Upper Deck
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Cabins with French balconies, large panoramic windows. Cabins with a "midship" location.
Double Cabin - 2 Separable Beds - Cat A - Middle Deck
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Cabins with sliding high windows. Cabins with a "premium" location.
NB: The photos, information and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The indicated itinerary and program may be modified without prior notice for technical reasons (decision of the captain).

Sailing itineraries

Strasbourg
Boarding at 5pm. Introduction to the crew and welcome cocktail. Sailing to Mannheim at 6pm. Night... see+ sailing. 
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Strasbourg Mannheim Heidelberg Nierstein Rudesheim
Early morning arrival in Mannheim.

Optional excursion – Authentic/Experience:... see+ Heidelberg.
Departure by coach to Heidelberg, the city symbolizing German Romanticism. Meet your guides at Heidelberg Castle and discover the exterior of this magnificent partially ruined pink sandstone castle. Since the late 18th century, the castle's ruins have inspired painters and poets who saw it as a symbol of the grandeur and decay of human works. Goethe, Hölderlin, Uhland, and Eichendorff celebrated the castle’s landscape, while many painters chose it as a motif. Discover the geometric terraces of the Palatinate garden, the "Hortus Palatinus," once considered the "eighth wonder of the world." Continue the visit with your guides to the old town, where you’ll admire the Church of the Holy Spirit (exterior), built between 1398 and 1441, the burial place of the prince-electors.

Return on board in Nierstein and sail towards Rüdesheim, arriving in the afternoon. Optional excursions:

Authentic: Tourist train, wine tasting, and Mechanical Music Museum in Rüdesheim.
A ride on the tourist train through the Rüdesheim vineyards with commentary. Wine tasting in the historic cellars of Bassenheimer Hof, a 16th-century manor. Then head to Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum, housed in a 15th-century building, featuring a remarkable collection of mechanical musical instruments from the 18th to 20th centuries.

Experience: Hike through the Rüdesheim vineyards from Niederwald Monument to St. Hildegard Abbey.
Take the cable car from central Rüdesheim to the Niederwald monument, offering stunning views over the town, vineyards, and the Rhine. Then hike through the vineyards to the Abbey of St. Hildegard, built between 1900 and 1904. Free visit of the abbey and return to the boat on foot through the vines.

In the evening, the famous Drosselgasse awaits with its many wine taverns and live bands.
 
Optional services: Guided tour of Heidelberg, Mini-train ride, wine tasting and visit to the Mechanical Music Museum in Rüdesheim, see+
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Rudesheim Cologne
Morning sailing on the romantic Rhine toward Cologne.
A river steeped in history, the Rhine... see+ captivates with its many legends—including that of the Lorelei and her famous rock—its vineyards, and numerous castles that you’ll glimpse along the way. Arrival in Cologne in the mid-afternoon. Free time or a guided discovery of Cologne's Old Town with the onboard entertainment team. You’ll see the colorful houses along the Rhine, the town hall, and the Romanesque Church of St. Martin. The narrow, cobbled streets lead to lively squares such as the Old Market Square. You’ll also notice the cathedral (exterior), an excellent example of Gothic religious architecture. Return on board for dinner. Night navigation toward Amsterdam. Gala evening on board. 
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Cologne Amsterdam
Day of sailing toward Amsterdam.
Take the opportunity to relax on the sun deck or join in the... see+ onboard activities.

Arrival in the evening in Amsterdam. Evening at leisure.
 
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Amsterdam
Morning – Optional excursions:

Authentic: Amsterdam.
This tour offers an overview of the many... see+ historical treasures and curiosities of the Dutch capital. A fascinating and vibrant city where old and new blend harmoniously, Amsterdam is rich in history, art, and culture, with surprises around every corner. During a boat ride through the picturesque canals—UNESCO World Heritage—you will admire the city's distinctive architecture: the many narrow gabled houses, 17th-century mansions, and beautiful bridges spanning the canals create a unique urban landscape.

Experience: Amsterdam by bike – discovering secret and unusual spots.
Depart on foot from the ship to our bike rental partner. Cycling is a way of life in Amsterdam. With an extensive network of bike paths—one of the largest in Europe—you'll be guided on a 2.5-hour tour through the canals and hidden, offbeat spots known only to locals, offering an immersive experience of the capital.

Return to the ship.

Afternoon at leisure in Amsterdam.
It’s one of the most extraordinary small cities in the world. From its canals to its world-famous museums and historical wonders, Amsterdam is one of Europe’s most romantic and surprising capitals.

A city of tolerance and diversity, Amsterdam offers all the perks of a metropolis—culture, history, entertainment, restaurants, and convenient transportation—while maintaining a peaceful, human-scale atmosphere. Here, bicycles replace cars, to everyone’s delight.
 
Optional services: Guided tour of Amsterdam, Amsterdam by bike, see+
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Amsterdam
Free day and lunch in Amsterdam, to enjoy the charms of the city, go shopping, or visit famous... see+ museums such as the Rijksmuseum, Madame Tussauds, or the Anne Frank House (entrance fees, guide, lunch, or transfers not included). 
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Amsterdam Wijk bij Duurstede
Free morning in Amsterdam.
In the afternoon, optional authentic/experience excursion: Volendam and... see+ Zaanse Schans. Departure by coach with your guide to Volendam, a charming fishing village on the shores of the IJsselmeer, where some locals still wear traditional costumes. You will visit a cheese factory (in or near Volendam) to discover how the famous round Dutch cheese, Gouda, is made. Offered in various flavors and ages, you'll have the chance to taste it. Then, head to Zaanse Schans, an open-air museum. Since the 1950s, regional buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries have been moved here and assembled into a village along the Zaan River. Discover the making of the famous Dutch wooden clogs and their history dating back to 1200. This excursion offers a glimpse of authentic Holland and its traditions.
Return on board and departure for a cruise to Wijk bij Duurstede. Overnight stop.
 
Optional services: Excursion to Volendam and Zaanse-Schans, see+
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Wijk bij Duurstede Rotterdam
Morning sailing towards Rotterdam.
Optional authentic/experience excursion: Keukenhof Flower Park... see+ (only by pre-booking before departure)
(Keukenhof Flower Park is open from late March to early May. Subject to possible changes to opening dates by the park. Outside the park’s opening dates, an optional excursion to Delft will be offered.)
The most famous flower park in the world, it symbolizes the cultural importance of flowers and the floral industry in the Netherlands. You will visit this paradise at your own pace. Formerly the estate of the castle of the same name, the current springtime layout of Keukenhof was created in 1949 by flower bulb growers. Its flowerbeds brighten the park with vivid colors and offer visitors stunning floral creations to admire along the way. You will be enchanted by the colors and fragrances of tulips, daffodils, jonquils, and other bulb flowers.
Dinner and gala evening on board.
 
Optional services: Visit to Keukenhof Floral Park, see+
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Rotterdam Antwerp
Morning sailing towards Antwerp.
After crossing the border between the Netherlands and Belgium, we... see+ will sail up the Scheldt River to the port of Antwerp, the second largest port in Europe after Rotterdam.
Arrival in Antwerp early in the afternoon.
Discover Antwerp's old town accompanied by our entertainment team. You will see, among other things, the Butchers' Hall, the Grand Place with its Town Hall blending Gothic and Renaissance styles, and the impressive Cathedral of Antwerp — a lace-like stone masterpiece that took nearly two centuries to complete.

 
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Antwerp
Buffet breakfast on board.
Disembarkation at 9:00 AM.
End of our services.
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Included

The price includes
Port taxes
Assistance / repatriation insurance
Welcome cocktail
Gala dinner and evening
Drinks included on board (excluding special cards)
Assistance from the onboard entertainment team
Onboard entertainment
Refined French cuisine
Bed linen, towels, shower gel and shampoo
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Cancellation/luggage insurance
Personal expenses
Drinks on special menus
Beverages taken with meals during excursions or transfers
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
Further 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
The guides speak French and English
Languages spoken on board: French
Optional excursions are subject to availability and must be booked in advance before departure
Optional services
Flights not included in the program are available on request
Activities and excursions on request see+

Activities

Departure for the tour of Heidelberg. Romantic and idyllic, cosmopolitan and dynamic, mythical and modern: Heidelberg harmoniously combines all these elements that give it its unparalleled charm. Meet your guides at Heidelberg Castle, where they will show you... see+ around the exterior of this magnificent pink sandstone castle, now partially in ruins. Since the end of the 18th century, the castle ruins have inspired painters and poets, who saw them as a symbol of the grandeur and decadence of human works. Goethe, Hölderlin, Uhland, and Eichendorff celebrated the castle's landscape, while many painters chose it as their motif. Don't miss the barrel in the courtyard. It is one of the largest wooden barrels in the world and was once filled with wine. On the opposite wall, there is a pedestal with a statue representing the dwarf Perkeo. This hard-drinking South Tyrolean served as court jester and guardian of the barrel under Charles III Philip of the Palatinate (1716-1742). Discover the geometric terraces of the Palatinate garden, the "Hortus Palatinus," once considered the "eighth wonder of the world." The garden's architect, Salomon de Caus, wanted to celebrate harmony with the city, the river, and the surrounding hills. Transfer by coach to Neckarmünzplatz, an important square in the historic center of Heidelberg, located directly on the side of the boat of the Neckar River, below the castle. You will continue with your guides on a tour of the old town. You will admire the Church of the Holy Spirit (exterior), built between 1398 and 1441, the burial place of the prince-electors, whose naves housed the "Bibliotheca Palatina" until 1623. You will also have free time to do some shopping on Germany's longest shopping street. Return to the ship.NOTESDepending on the cruise, departure and/or return on the side of the boat in MannheimPlease bring good walking shoes.To access the castle, there is a slope of about 300m to climb.The order of visits may be changed.Times are given as a guide only. 
Not included $89 / pers.
You will begin the tour with a guided tour of the Rüdesheim vineyards by mini train, during which you will discover the famous vineyards that were already cultivated by the Romans. During this tour, you will learn about the history of winegrowing in the... see+ region and enjoy breathtaking views of Rüdesheim and the Rhine. The train will then stop right in front of the historic Bassenheimer Hof cellar, a 16th-century stately home, where you will take part in a wine tasting*. A winemaker from the Störzel family winery will introduce you to three wines, from the driest to the sweetest, while telling you about the history of the winery and winegrowing in the Rüdesheim region and sharing a few local anecdotes. After the tasting, you will visit the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments, located 100 meters from the winery. The "Siegfrieds Mechanisches Musikkabinett" is Germany's first museum dedicated to memory musical instruments. From delicate music boxes to titanic concert-piano orchestrions, no fewer than 350 automatic instruments are brought together here to form one of the largest and most beautiful collections from the 18th to the 20th century, displayed over more than 400 m². You can also admire the tools and machines used to manufacture organ cylinders, music cards and rollers, and music box plates. Regardless of their age, visitors to the museum always take great pleasure in discovering this unique music, the techniques of yesteryear, and how these instruments work. After visiting the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments, you will have free time to return to the boat at your leisure or stroll through the narrow streets of Rüdesheim, walking down the famous Drosselgasse.NOTESPlease wear suitable clothing for the visit to the Bassenheimer Hof.Wear comfortable shoes, as the streets are cobbled and sloping.After the visit, passengers will have free time and will return to the boat by foot at their own pace to enjoy the town.The order of visits may be changed.Times are given as a guide only.*Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, please drink responsibly. 
Not included $42 / pers.
You will reach the center of Rudesheim, a departure point for the cable cars that will take you to the Niederwald monument. From there, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the town, the vineyards, and the Rhine. Continue with a hike through the vineyards to... see+ St. Hildegard Abbey, built between 1900 and 1904. Free visit of the abbey, then return by foot to the boat through the vineyards. NOTES Please wear sturdy walking shoes. 8km hike. Elevation gain: 300m. The order of visits may be changed. Times are given as a guide only.  
Not included $77 / pers.
Departure by coach for a guided tour of the city. Amsterdam is one of the world's most extraordinary small cities. From its canals and world-famous museums to its many sights and historical treasures, Amsterdam is one of Europe's most romantic and surprising... see+ capitals. Stop at the Riecker Mill, a windmill located on the banks of the Amstel River to the south of the city. The mill was built in 1636 in the village of Sloten. Pumping of the polder water was taken over by an electric pumping station in 1932, and the mill was subsequently dismantled when the polder was dug up to create, among other things, Lake Het Nieuw Meer. In 1961, the mill was re-erected some 8 kilometers away on the banks of the Amstel, between the Kalfjeslaan and Borcht roads. The banks of the Amstel at this point are much frequented by tourists and walkers, and it's a prime location for an old Dutch windmill. A statue of Rembrandt has been erected next to the windmill as a reminder that the painter drew many pictures on the banks of this river. Then visit the famous flower market. You'll find thousands of fresh flowers, as well as bulbs of the famous tulip (with the gouda ball, probably the best idea for a souvenir gift), shrubs, plants... The countless varieties will make you dizzy. Return by coach. 
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Leave the boat on foot to join our bike rental company! You'll be accompanied by a guide for a tour lasting around 2h30. You'll discover the canals and the unusual, secret places known only to Amstellodammers. Free time at the Flower Market or Albert Cuyp... see+ Market. 
Not included $85 / pers.
Departure by coach for Volendam, a charming fishing village on the shores of the IJsselmeer, where some locals still wear traditional costumes. After watching a short film explaining the founding of the town and the construction of the dyke, you will have... see+ free time to explore the village and perhaps taste the local specialty: dried eel! Then you will visit a cheese factory (in or around Volendam) to discover how the famous round Dutch cheese — Gouda — is made. You’ll also be able to taste it, available in all sorts of flavors and ages: Baby Gouda or Old Gouda; cow’s milk or goat’s milk; plain, peppered, cumin, chili, or even smoked... these are just a few of the many possible flavors of this little cheese.
Continue by coach to visit Zaanse Schans, an open-air museum. Discover how the famous Dutch wooden clogs are made and learn about their history dating back to the year 1200! At first, they were just small wooden soles at the heel, evolving into hand-carved and painted models displayed in museums. And today? Clogs are still made, now mostly by machine. Before watching how they’re made, take some time to admire the incredible clog collection — from children’s clogs to wedding clogs. Enjoy some free time in the heart of this Dutch eco-museum to explore all its traditions: windmills, cheese, and typical houses. From 1950 onwards, windmills, houses, and regional utility buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries were moved here to form a village along the Zaan River.
This excursion will allow you to discover authentic Holland and its traditions.
Return to Amsterdam by coach.
Notes: The order of visits may change. Times are approximate. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
 
Not included $69 / pers.
Departure by coach for Keukenhof Floral Park, accompanied by the boat's guide. On arrival, the hostess will give you an entrance ticket, and you can stroll at your own pace through the 32-hectare park's flower beds. Let yourself be charmed by the colors and... see+ fragrances of tulips, narcissi, daffodils and other bulbous flowers. Pass through the pavilion dedicated to orchids or the Japanese-inspired garden... Don't forget to discover a mill dating from 1892, at the far end of the park, from which you'll have a breathtaking view of the tulip fields...
In the 15th century, the current Keukenhof estate was a hunting ground. Aromatic herbs were also grown here for the kitchens of Jacqueline of Bavaria's castle, hence the name Keukenhof (kitchen garden).
Return to Amsterdam by coach.
 
Not included $92 / pers.

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