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Traben-Trarbach on the Moselle- The timber-framed buildings of Bernkastel-Kues
Contrasts of the Rhine, Main and Moselle: Schweich to Frankfurt
The Rhine and her tributaries
£2,231 per person
9 nights Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £66 if not required
save up to 15%
save up to £300 per person
How our discounts work
On all cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each grade at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% for ocean cruises and 25% for river cruises available on selected grades. These cabins are sold on a first come, first served basis. As cabins are sold, the discount begins to reduce, and continues to reduce until those selected cabins are sold. This means that the earlier you book, the higher the chance of securing a greater discount. Our price panels clearly show the full cruise price, along with the current discount fare. Please note: During busy periods for holiday bookings, the early booking discount can reduce rapidly. We recommend that you book early to benefit from the best booking discounts and to secure your preferred cabin and grade. When promoting new cruises for the first time, we contact customers on our Advanced Registration list first, allowing then to secure the cabin of their choice and benefit from the best savings. Our brochures are then sent out to loyalty club members first, followed by past cruise goers and then everyone else.-
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Enjoy leisurely mornings cruising…
Admire the scenery during leisurely mornings on board Amadeus Elegant, stopping to explore the towns and cities of the Rhine, Main and Moselle. From Schweich you can see the Roman relics of Trier on an included excursion before beginning your cruise towards Bernkastel-Kues, with its historic market square and medieval houses, where you’ll enjoy an included trip aboard the Bernkastel Land Train.
Visit the picturesque towns of Traben-Trarbach and Cochem, and cruise through the scenic Middle Rhine Gorge to Boppard. See the half-timbered houses of traditional Rüdesheim and explore medieval Mainz, then conclude your holiday in Frankfurt, where an included tour will reveal some of the city’s attractions.
This cruise is also available with a reverse itinerary, with slightly different ports: Contrasts of the Rhine, Main and Moselle: Frankfurt to Schweich.
Itinerary
Amadeus Elegant
Travel to Schweich and embark Amadeus Elegant.
From Schweich an included excursion visits ancient Trier, founded by the Emperor Augustus in 16BC.
Many relics of Trier's ancient past survive to this day, including Porta Nigra, a well-preserved Roman city gate.
Depart Schweich 0600.
Arrive Bernkastel-Kues, 1300.
The small town of Bernkastel-Kues has a historic market square lined by medieval houses and adorned with a 17th-century fountain.
Among the vines above the town stand the ruins of Landshut Castle, the one-time seat of the Bishops of Trier.
Enjoy an included trip on the Land Train.
Depart Bernkastel-Kues, 0900.
Arrive Traben-Trarbach, 1200.
The twin town of Traben-Trarbach straddles the Moselle and is known as the 'capital' of the wine region.
It is home to many art nouveau buildings, underground cellar vaults and an elaborate bridge gate designed by Berlin art nouveau architect Bruno Möhring.
Look forward to an included wine tasting on board your ship this evening.
Depart Traben-Trarbach, 0700.
Arrive Cochem, 1400. Depart 1900.
Arrive Alken, 2200.
The small town of Cochem enjoys a scenic setting beside the Moselle river.
Perched high above the town and crowning a hill cloaked entirely in vines stands the neo-Gothic Reichsburg Castle, and although most of the castle was rebuilt in the 19th century, the original 11th-century keep still survives.
The town’s other historic architectural gems include a baroque Town Hall backed by a maze of streets and a quaint market square.
Depart Alken, 0900.
Scenic Cruise, Middle Rhine Gorge.
Arrive Boppard, 1400.
Sail through the Middle Rhine Gorge en route to Boppard. The waterfront of this classic Rhineland wine town is overlooked by wooded gorges and vineyards. There are extensive Roman remains, medieval fortifications and half-timbered buildings.
Depart Boppard, 0900.
Scenic Cruise, Middle Rhine Gorge.
Arrive Rüdesheim, 1300.
Cruise past the Lorelei Rock before arriving in Rüdesheim, which has a traditional old town of half-timbered houses and is backed by terraced vineyards. Among its main attractions is a long narrow street, the Drosselgasse, which is lined on both sides with wine taverns.
Depart Rüdesheim, 0900.
Arrive Mainz, 1200. Depart 1800.
Arrive Frankfurt, 0000.
Mainz is known for its medieval market square, half-timbered houses, Romanesque sandstone cathedral and St Stephen’s church, which features stained glass windows by artist Marc Chagall.
Behind the cathedral in Gutenberg square is a statue of the father of modern printing Johannes Gutenberg, who was born in Mainz in the 14th century.
The vibrant city of Frankfurt sits beside the Main river. The medieval old town, in the heart of the city, is lined with half-timbered buildings, boutiques and quaint apple-wine taverns.
In the central square, Römerberg, you can see the medieval Römer complex with their distinctive stepped gables and opposite is the Old St Nicholas church. See some of the city’s attractions during an included tour.
Disembark Amadeus Elegant after breakfast and begin your return journey to the UK.
Including...
All Inclusive†
Cruise Director
Plus…
- Drinks reception and Captain’s dinner
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
- Entertainment and activities on board
- All gratuities on board
- Return travel by Eurostar
Included excursions
- Trier city tour
- Trip aboard the Bernkastel-Kues Land Train
- Frankfurt city tour.
Interactive maps and audio headsets for independent exploration.
†The included drinks are available from 9am to midnight and include non-branded alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
£2,231 per person
9 nights Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £66 if not required
save up to 15%
save up to £300 per person
How our discounts work
On all cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each grade at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% for ocean cruises and 25% for river cruises available on selected grades. These cabins are sold on a first come, first served basis. As cabins are sold, the discount begins to reduce, and continues to reduce until those selected cabins are sold. This means that the earlier you book, the higher the chance of securing a greater discount. Our price panels clearly show the full cruise price, along with the current discount fare. Please note: During busy periods for holiday bookings, the early booking discount can reduce rapidly. We recommend that you book early to benefit from the best booking discounts and to secure your preferred cabin and grade. When promoting new cruises for the first time, we contact customers on our Advanced Registration list first, allowing then to secure the cabin of their choice and benefit from the best savings. Our brochures are then sent out to loyalty club members first, followed by past cruise goers and then everyone else.£2,231 per person
9 nights Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £66 if not required