Lowlands of the Upper RhineReverse

8 days | Basel • Rüdesheim • Amsterdam

Cologne

5 Guided Tours

Ship: Rhein Melodie

Discover the unique magic of the Rhine River, including fairy-tale castles, medieval towns, and spectacular terraced vineyards. Visiting the famous cities of Strasbourg, Koblenz, Amsterdam, and Cologne this Rhine river cruise is truly special as it allows you to experience the incredible highlights of the Rhine River, Europe’s most fabled waterway. Be captivated by the rich culture, history, and scenery along the banks of this river as your journey takes you across Central Europe on a river cruise that allows you to visit four countries in just eight days. You will experience the timeless towns that exude the romance of days long past, the sloping vineyards of this famous wine region and the wonderful waterways of Amsterdam. This itinerary also includes Lorelei Rock and cruising the Middle Rhine Valley.

Why this cruise?

• Rudesheim’s wine growing region

• See Koblenz at the juncture of the Rhine and the Moselle

• Amsterdam’s charming canals and gabled houses

All Inclusive Pricing

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

Economy flight from London and overseas transfers to/from vessel

7 nights cruise including all meals

Unlimited drinks including selected wine, beer, cocktails and all non-alcoholic drinks (see page 9)

Welcome and Farewell reception with the Captain Nightly on board entertainment

5 Guided Excursions

Services of the Cruise Director and local guides

Sennheiser audio headsets on all excursions

Use of on board facilities

Wi-Fi

Onboard Gratuities

Port fees and taxes

Full ATOL financial protection

Baggage handling fees

1 Basel

Places you can visit on this cruise

17:15 Embarkation from 15:00 to 16:00.

Tour through Basel’s historic district including the marketplace and Münsterplatz. (Starts 14:30 at Basel Bad station).

2 Strasbourg/ Kehl 09:15 22:00

3 Rüdesheim 13:00 -

4 Rüdesheim - 09:00

Middle Rhine Valley

Koblenz 13:00 20:00

5 Cologne 01:00 14:00

6 Amsterdam 08:00 23:30

7 Nijmegen 08:30 14:30

Tour of Strasbourg including a visit to the Notre-Dame Cathedral. Time to explore the city yourself.

Time to explore the city yourself. Experience the Rhine in Flames® fireworks show in Rüdesheim.

Cruise past the famous Lorelei Rock.

Tour of Koblenz, the city at the juncture of the Rhine and Moselle with cable car ride to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, where the views are amazing. Time to explore the city yourself.

Tour of the cathedral city of Cologne with traditional Kölsch beer.

Tour of Amsterdam including a canal tour past the typical merchant houses. Excursion to North Holland with a visit to Volendam and a trip across Markermeer lake to Marken.

Tour of the peaceful Hanseatic town of Nijmegen. Then there will be time to explore the city yourself.

8 Cologne 08:00 - Disembarkation by 09:00.

Use of sundeck is restricted on the section of the river between Bael and Strasbourg. Excursions included in your package.

Premium excursions can only be booked onboard. Bookings are subject to availability and weather conditions on the day of the excursion. Arrival and departure timings are to be used as a guide only. We reserve the right to make changes to itineraries and excursion programmes.

2023 Prices Per Person

Prices based on two people sharing with flights from London and are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change. Regional flights are available but may be subject to an additional supplement and are subject to availability. Cruise only options are available. For full terms and conditions please see page 72-75.

Cabin Key

2 Bed Main Deck Aft

2 Bed Main Deck

2 Bed Middle Deck Aft with Openable Panoramic Window

2 Bed Middle Deck with Openable Panoramic Window

2 Bed Upper Deck Aft with French Balcony

2 Bed Upper Deck Front with French Balcony

2 Bed Upper Deck with French Balcony

Please see pages 60-71 for ship profile & deck plans.

Prices from £1,905