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Sail through the Rhine Gorge, one of the world’s most scenic river stretches, and explore two historic yet distinctly different German ports: Rüdesheim and Cologne.
This 4-day river cruise is ideal for those new to river cruising or who want a short break exploring the Rhine
Day 1: Arrive in Cologne
Travel to Cologne by plane or train. On arrival in the city, transfer to your river cruise ship. Enjoy some time to settle into your cabin and explore the ship before sitting down for dinner.
Day 2: Rhine Gorge & Rudesheim
After breakfast, settle on the sun deck to enjoy the landscapes of the Rhine Gorge, passing the famous Lorelei rock in the mid-morning. After lunch, you’ll dock in the charming town of Rudesheim. Take a guided walk with a local expert to see the highlights, including the Klunkhardshof. You’ll then have some free time to explore at leisure before returning to the ship for a special Chef’s dinner.
Day 3: Cologne
Enjoy another morning of sailing as you head to Cologne. Upon arrival, take a guided tour of the city, passing the cathedral and exploring the old town. Return to the ship for dinner.
Day 4: Return Home
Transfer to the airport or the train station for your journey home
MS Emily Bronte
MS George Eliot
Fact File
*All transfer times listed here are approximate and dependent on traffic
Airport or train station | Ship location | Transfer time |
---|---|---|
Dusseldorf Airport | Cologne | 1 hr |
Cologne Airport | 30 mins | |
Brussels Station | 3 hrs 30 mins including comfort stop |
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