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Rhine, Moselle & Switzerland River Cruise
Enjoy the very best the Rhine and Moselle Rivers have to offer with some of Switzerland’s finest attractions and the spectacular Black Forest Mountains, a feast for all the senses on this luxury cruise.
Visit iconic cities, picturesque timber-framed towns, and quaint villages set amongst the spectacular landscapes of the Rhine and Moselle valleys. This cruise includes expert guided tours of Lucerne, Strasbourg, Cologne, Trier, and Bernkastel.
Shore excursions are interspersed with plenty of sailing time, the perfect way to savour the views whilst enjoying five-star luxury and award-winning cuisine. Spacious public areas with every modern facility complement stylish suites and staterooms onboard a Riviera Travel luxury liner.
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Cruise Line: Riviera Travel -
Ship: MS George Eliot + 3 more -
Duration: 14 Nights
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Departure: Jun - Oct
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Rhine, Moselle & Switzerland River Cruise Cruise Itinerary
Experience the stunning scenery of the Rhine and Moselle River Valleys with this luxury 14-night cruise that starts in Switzerland before sailing to some of Central Europe’s most iconic and picturesque locations. Enjoy wall-to-wall on board luxury with elegant and stylish suites and staterooms and a multitude of amenities and facilities to complement your voyage. Service is five-star, and the cuisine is award-winning.
Day 1
Basel
Embark your luxury river cruise ship moored in Basel.
Day 2
Lucerne & Bernese Oberland
Take a short drive to Lucerne, voted Switzerland’s most beautiful city. Stroll over the Chapel Bridge with its iconic flower-filled window boxes. Then, travel to Bernese Oberland, home to sublime Alpine landscapes explored by mountain railway.
Day 3
Breisach & The Black Forest
Cruise to the ancient town of Breisach before motoring through some of central Europe’s most stunning scenery – the Black Forest mountains – to the picturesque lakeside village of Titisee. Enjoy a live solo violin performance on board tonight.
Day 4
Strasbourg
Dock in Strasbourg, the capital of the Alsace region in France, and enjoy a tour of the 16th-century Old Town straight from the pages of a fairy story. Visit the grand Gothic cathedral, the covered bridges, and the charming Petite France quarter.
Day 5
Speyer
Explore medieval Speyer, one of Germany’s oldest towns and a charming and historic location with an Imperial Cathedral and the Historical Museum of the Palatinate. The Captain’s Dinner follows an afternoon of relaxing cruising.
Day 6
Rüdesheim, Rhine Gorge & Koblenz
Take a morning stroll amongst the crooked houses of Rüdesheim, a pretty town surrounded by wooded hillsides and vineyards. Later, re-embark your ship to sail the magnificent Rhine Gorge, a cruise highlight, before arriving for a guided tour of Koblenz.
Day 7
Cologne
Enjoy picturesque Rhineland scenery, the inspiration of fairy tales, and the scene of significant military campaigns as you journey towards Cologne. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore the city and the cathedral, the largest Gothic structure on earth.
Day 8
Cologne
Spend the day discovering Cologne; there is so much to see, including the Sculpture Park, a famous Chocolate Museum, and the Flora Botanic Gardens. There is a cable car ride for incredible views over the city and the Rhine.
Day 9
Cochem
Enjoy a luxurious morning on board ship with a chance to sightsee or book a pamper session in the spa. After lunch, arrive in Moselle, the heart of the wine trade. A guided tour explores the ancient old town. Enjoy a live evening folk music performance.
Day 10
Trier
After a morning cruising through picturesque scenery, arrive in Zell. A short drive takes you to Trier, where an expert guide conducts a tour of this former Roman capital and UNESCO World Heritage site with incredible ruins and monuments.
Day 11
Bernkastel
Wander the charming cobblestone streets of Bernkastel with quaint half-timbered houses, vintner’s dwellings, and wine bars in the Kues district. Known as the ‘City of Wine and Vine,’ browse the historic market square or the Landshut castle ruins.
Day 12
Koblenz & Boppard
Koblenz has a fascinating history stretching back 2,000 years. Explore historic market squares during a tour around the most beautiful city on the Rhine. Boppard is known as the ‘Pearl of the Rhine’ with a proud heritage and stunning riverside views.
Day 13
Rhine Gorge & Rüdesheim
Today is another chance to view the spectacular Rhine Gorge with its fairytale ruined castles, the place of myths and legends. Later, dock in Rüdesheim with free time to explore before the Captain’s Dinner tonight on board ship, a gourmet extravaganza.
Day 14
Cologne
Sail into the heart of Cologne with its iconic twin-spired cathedral, full of religious artefacts and Europe’s most intricate stained glass windows. A local guide leads a historic trail through the city. There is a Lindt chocolate tasting after dinner tonight.
Day 15
Cologne
Disembark your ship and bid farewell to the Rhine. Transfer to the airport for flights back to the UK.
Day 1
Cologne
Embark your luxury river cruise ship moored in Cologne.
Day 2
Cologne
Sail into the heart of Cologne with its iconic twin-spired cathedral, full of religious artefacts and Europe’s most intricate stained glass windows. A local guide leads a historic trail through the city. There is a Lindt chocolate tasting after dinner tonight.
Day 3
Rhine Gorge & Rüdesheim
Today is another chance to view the spectacular Rhine Gorge with its fairytale ruined castles, the place of myths and legends. Later, dock in Rüdesheim with free time to explore before the Captain’s Dinner tonight on board ship, a gourmet extravaganza.
Day 4
Koblenz & Boppard
Koblenz has a fascinating history stretching back 2,000 years. Explore historic market squares during a tour around the most beautiful city on the Rhine. Boppard is known as the ‘Pearl of the Rhine’ with a proud heritage and stunning riverside views.
Day 5
Bernkastel
Wander the charming cobblestone streets of Bernkastel with quaint half-timbered houses, vintner’s dwellings, and wine bars in the Kues district. Known as the ‘City of Wine and Vine,’ browse the historic market square or the Landshut castle ruins.
Day 6
Trier
After a morning cruising through picturesque scenery, arrive in Zell. A short drive takes you to Trier, where an expert guide conducts a tour of this former Roman capital and UNESCO World Heritage site with incredible ruins and monuments.
Day 7
Cochem
Enjoy a luxurious morning on board ship with a chance to sightsee or book a pamper session in the spa. After lunch, arrive in Moselle, the heart of the wine trade. A guided tour explores the ancient old town. Enjoy a live evening folk music performance.
Day 8
Cologne
Spend the day discovering Cologne; there is so much to see, including the Sculpture Park, a famous Chocolate Museum, and the Flora Botanic Gardens. There is a cable car ride for incredible views over the city and the Rhine.
Day 9
Cologne
Enjoy picturesque Rhineland scenery, the inspiration of fairy tales, and the scene of significant military campaigns as you journey towards Cologne. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore the city and the cathedral, the largest Gothic structure on earth.
Day 10
Rüdesheim, Rhine Gorge & Koblenz
Take a morning stroll amongst the crooked houses of Rüdesheim, a pretty town surrounded by wooded hillsides and vineyards. Later, re-embark your ship to sail the magnificent Rhine Gorge, a cruise highlight, before arriving for a guided tour of Koblenz.
Day 11
Speyer
Explore medieval Speyer, one of Germany’s oldest towns and a charming and historic location with an Imperial Cathedral and the Historical Museum of the Palatinate. The Captain’s Dinner follows an afternoon of relaxing cruising.
Day 12
Strasbourg
Dock in Strasbourg, the capital of the Alsace region in France, and enjoy a tour of the 16th-century Old Town straight from the pages of a fairy story. Visit the grand Gothic cathedral, the covered bridges, and the charming Petite France quarter.
Day 13
Breisach & The Black Forest
Cruise to the ancient town of Breisach before motoring through some of central Europe’s most stunning scenery – the Black Forest mountains – to the picturesque lakeside village of Titisee. Enjoy a live solo violin performance on board tonight.
Day 14
Lucerne & Bernese Oberland
Take a short drive to Lucerne, voted Switzerland’s most beautiful city. Stroll over the Chapel Bridge with its iconic flower-filled window boxes. Then, travel to Bernese Oberland, home to sublime Alpine landscapes explored by mountain railway.
Day 15
Basel
Disembark your ship and bid farewell to the Rhine. Transfer to the airport for flights back to the UK.
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RHINE, MOSELLE & SWITZERLAND RIVER CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
Visit some of Europe’s most treasured cities on your Rhine, Moselle & Switzerland River Cruise River Cruise
Basel
Cologne
Lucerne
Cochem
Strasbourg
Trier
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Explore the Rhine and Moselle River Valleys plus a Swiss selection with Crui.se
Riviera Travel 
Departure:
Jun to
Oct
VISITING: Basel Lucerne / Bernese Oberland Breisach & Black Forest Strasbourg Speyer Rüdesheim, Rhine Gorge & Koblenz Cologne Cochem Trier Bernkastel Koblenz & Boppard Rhine Gorge & Rüdesheim Cologne (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON*
£
3,499
Riviera Travel Departure:
May to
Oct
VISITING: Cologne (EMBARK) Koblenz Rhine Gorge Speyer Strasbourg Breisach & Black Forest Lucerne & Bernese Oberland Return Home (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON*
£
1,509
Riviera Travel Departure:
Apr to
Oct
VISITING: Cologne Koblenz & Boppard Rhine Gorge & Mainz Heidelberg Strasbourg & Colmar Rüdesheim
AVG PER PERSON*
£
1,899
Riviera Travel Departure:
Apr to
Oct
VISITING: Cologne (EMBARK) Cochem Trier Bernkastel Koblenz & Boppard Rhine Gorge & Rüdesheim Cologne Return Home (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON*
£
1,849
Rhine, Moselle & Switzerland River Cruise FAQ
Is Wi-Fi available on board the cruise ship?
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Why not start your holiday from your front door with Riviera Travel’s convenient and stress-free door-to-door service with transport from your home to a regional train station or airport? This is just one of our many optional extras that make Riviera Travel’s cruises just a bit more special.
I am on a restricted diet for medical reasons. Can the on-board chefs cater to my needs?
All on board menus are prepared fresh every day so the chefs can tailor dishes to suit specific dietary requirements. Discuss your needs with our friendly booking agents when you make your reservation.
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