Cochem and its castle- Königswinter’s riverside setting
- The Old Town of Mainz
- Cruise the Middle Rhine
Rhine and Moselle Explorer
The Rhine and her Tributaries
from
£2,084 per person
7 nights
Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £24 if not requiredHow our discounts work
Read moreHow our discounts work
On all cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each level at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% for ocean cruises and 25% for river cruises available on selected levels. 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.
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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Admire Germany’s riverside attractions
Cruise the Rhine Gorge between Mainz and Koblenz on this 7-night, all-inclusive river cruise in 2026. Enjoy a walking tour into the Old Town of Mainz, home to one of the city’s most famous landmarks Mainz Cathedral. Sail through the Rhine Gorge to visit the classic Rhineland wine town of Boppard, which is overlooked by St Severus Church. See the Gothic-style Carmelite church, dating back to the 14th century on a walking tour. Then, sail onto the Moselle to visit the twin town of Treis-Karden. A walking tour will reveal some of the town’s medieval buildings, or you can chose to explore the Moselland Museum. Continue to Cochem, where historic highlights include Reichsburg Castle and the baroque Town Hall. From here you can look forward to sampling locally-produced wine at a nearby venue.
Sail back onto the Rhine to Konigswinter. Step aboard Germany’s oldest rack and pinion railway, the Drachenfelsbahn, for a scenic excursion to the summit of Drachenfels Mountain where you will have free time to view the ruins of 12th-century Drachenfels castle or perhaps treat yourself to a slice of pie and a drink at the hill-top cafe. The attractions of Koblenz, such as the Deutsches Eck, or German Corner, the Old Town and the Schängel fountain, which stands in the courtyard of the Town Hall, will be revealed on a walking tour.
Included excursion in every port
Itinerary
Spirit of the Moselle
Travel to Mainz and embark Spirit of the Moselle.
Mainz is known for its medieval market squares, half-timbered houses, Romanesque sandstone cathedral and St Stephen’s church, which features stained glass windows by renowned artist Marc Chagall. Behind the cathedral in Gutenbergplatz square is a statue of the father of modern printing Johannes Gutenberg, who was born in Mainz in the 14th century.
Included excursion
Join a walking tour into the Old Town of Mainz, which is home to one of the city’s most famous landmarks Mainz Cathedral. Continue past medieval houses to view the exterior of the Gutenberg Museum, a building dedicated to the work of Johannes Gutenberg. This excursion covers approximately one-and-a-half miles to two miles over two hours, however a shorter included walking tour is also available.
Depart Mainz, 0800.
Scenic Cruise, Rhine Gorge.
Arrive Boppard, 1200.
The waterfront of this classic Rhineland wine town is overlooked by the twin towers of St Severus Church and vineyards. There are extensive Roman remains, medieval fortifications and half-timbered buildings.
Included excursion
Enjoy an included walking tour of Boppard, uncovering a wealth of Roman history. Accompanied by a guide, walk to the Gothic-style Carmelite church, dating back to the 14th century. Enjoy a view of the two-towered church of St Severus, home to painted wall scenes built over the Roman military baths in the 13th century. This excursion covers approximately one-and-a-half miles, however a shorter included walking tour is also available.
Depart Boppard, 0500.
Arrive Treis-Karden, 1300. Depart 1800.
Arrive Cochem, 2000.
Following a leisurely morning admiring the riverside scenery along the Moselle arrive in the charming twin towns of Treis-Karden, which enjoy a peaceful riverside setting backed by rolling hills and terraced vineyards. The pristine towers of St Castor’s church dominate the skyline of Karden.
Included excursion
Join an orientation walk to see some of the local area or opt to visit the nearby Moselland Museum, which offers an insight into the life of Mosellans in days gone through carefully-curated exhibits.
Depart 1600.
The small town of Cochem is overlooked by the hilltop, 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 overlooked by timber-framed buildings.
Continue to Winningen, where your ship will moor overnight.
Included excursion
Sample locally-produced wine at a nearby venue.
Optional excursion
Visit Cochem Castle on an optional tour.
Arrive, 1400.
Depart from Winningen and enjoy a scenic morning sailing along the Moselle and onto the Rhine to visit picturesque Königswinter. The town nestles on the banks of the Rhine and is overlooked by the ancient castle ruins of Drachenfel, the supposed location where Siegfried slayed the dragon in German mythology and used by Wagner in his Ring Cycle.
Included excursion
Step aboard the Drachenfelsbahn – Germany’s oldest rack and pinion railway, dating back to 1883. Enjoy a scenic journey to the summit of Drachenfels Mountain, as your guide shares information about the area, the rail and its history. You will have some free time to view the ruins of 12th-century Drachenfels castle from the top or perhaps treat yourself to a slice of pie and a drink at the hill-top cafe.
Depart Konigswinter, 0800.
Arrive Koblenz, 1400.
Koblenz sits at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. At the exact point where the two rivers meet, the Deutsches Eck, there is a monument with a huge equestrian statue of Emperor Wilhelm I. Above the town sits the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, a citadel built by the Prussians between 1816 and 1832.
Included excursion
Join a local guide for an included walking tour of Koblenz, taking in highlights such as the Deutsches Eck, or German Corner, the Old Town and the Schängel fountain, which stands in the courtyard of the Town Hall. This excursion covers approximately one-and-a-half miles, however a shorter included walking tour is also available.
Disembark Spirit of the Moselle after breakfast and begin your return journey.
Including...
All Inclusive†
Cruise Director
Plus…
- Drinks reception and Gala dinner
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
- All gratuities on board
- Return flights and transfers
Included excursion in every port
Find out more about when excursions are available to book.
Interactive maps and audio headsets are available for independent exploration.
†The included drinks are available on board from 9am to midnight and include non-branded alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Excludes branded spirits.
from
£2,084 per person
7 nights
Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £24 if not requiredHow our discounts work
Read moreHow our discounts work
On all cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each level at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% for ocean cruises and 25% for river cruises available on selected levels. 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.
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.
from
£2,084 per person
7 nights
Including optional travel insurance or a price reduction of £24 if not requiredHow our discounts work
Read moreHow our discounts work
On all cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each level at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% for ocean cruises and 25% for river cruises available on selected levels. 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.
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.