Once upon Three Rivers: the Rhine, Moselle & Main 2021
8 Day River Cruise Nuremberg to Remich
Starting at $2,749
Destinations & Sightseeing
Itinerary and Meals
Accomodations
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This Central European river cruise will take you across Germany to Luxembourg on the Main, Rhine, and Moselle Rivers. You will embark on your river cruise in Nuremberg, Germany, and sail through the fascinating Main Danube Canal to Bamberg. Marvel at the 13th-century Romanesque cathedral and the Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall)—built on an island in the middle of the Regnitz River. You’ll also stop in Wurzburg, the “Pearl of the Romantic Road” and see the magnificent baroque Bishop’s Residenz and the largest ceiling fresco ever painted. There will be many historical sites to see, but you’ll also have time to relax, do some shopping, and stop in a Konditorei (German pastry and coffee shop) for a delicious local favourite and experience a German afternoon tradition! Your river cruise will continue through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, considered the most enchanting view of the Rhine River. See ancient castles standing majestically on cliffs 400 feet above the water. Get a chance to try some of the best wines Germany has to offer in the wine village of Bernkastel, home to Germany’s largest expanse of vineyards. This beautiful area will fascinate you with its narrow streets and half-timbered houses which have been standing since the Middle Ages. The opportunities to be swept away are countless on this fabulous river cruise vacation as you make your way to the ancient city of Trier, Germany—believed to be even older than Rome. Many remnants of ancient Rome can still be found, such as imperial baths and the Roman Bridge, with stone pilings dating from 144-152 AD.
Destination & Sightseeing
| Day 1 Nuremberg (Embarkation): | onboard welcome reception |
| Day 2 Bamberg: | guided sightseeing, see the Old Town Hall |
| Day 3 Würzburg: | guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residence |
| Day 4 Main River Village: | guided walk |
| Day 5 Rüdesheim–Rhine Gorge: | visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim; cruise through the Rhine Gorge |
| Day 6 Bernkastel: | choice of guided walk or hike to the castle ruins with your Adventure Host; wine tasting |
| Day 7 Remich. Excursion to Trier: | choice of guided city sightseeing or “Roman Trier” sightseeing in Trier, see the Porta Nigra |
| Day 8 Remich (Disembarkation): | your cruise ends this morning |
Notes:
- In the event of technical or water level issues, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or alter the program, including hotel overnight when necessary.
- Guided Tours, Optional Excursions, activities, sailing and docking schedules may be contingent on weather conditions or other issues outside of our control and could therefore be subject to change at any time.
- Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
ITINERARY
Day 1
ACTIVE Take an open-air Cable Car Ride to the Niederwald Monument. Ride or walk back down through the vineyards; based on your departure enjoy a local special treat
Day 2
ACTIVE Join your Avalon Adventure Host for a Guided Hike to nearby castle ruins
Day 3
CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of the former home to imperial dynasties, and see its Romanesque cathedral, Old Town Hall, and seven hills crowned with churches
Day 4
CLASSIC Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Würzburg with its Old Main Bridge, towering fortress, and baroque Bishop’s Residenz—with the largest known ceiling fresco
Day 5
CLASSIC Join a Guided Walking Tour of a picturesque Bavarian village
Day 6
CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of the charming wine village of Bernkastel—with its medieval marketplace and 17th-century half-timbered houses, OR:
Day 7
CLASSIC Join a history-focused Roman Trier Guided Tour to learn more about the history of Roman civilization in this Moselle River city, and visit the ruins of a 20,000-seat amphitheater, and imperial baths
Day 8
DISCOVERY Tour the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; based on your departure enjoy a local special treat, OR:
Day 9
DISCOVERY Join a Wine Tasting to experience the tradition of legendary German wine making
Day 10
Day 11
Day 12
Day 13
Day 14
Day 15
Day 16
Day 17
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.
Flights should not leave Luxembourg City airport before 8 am
Day 18
NUREMBERG (EMBARKATION)
Day 19
BAMBERG
Day 20
WÜRZBURG
Day 21
MAIN RIVER VILLAGE
Day 22
RÜDESHEIM–RHINE GORGE
Day 23
BERNKASTEL
Day 24
REMICH, LUXEMBOURG. EXCURSION TO TRIER
Day 25
REMICH (DISEMBARKATION)
Day 26
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BAMBERG
Day 27
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WÜRZBURG
Day 28
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAIN RIVER VILLAGE
Day 29
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RÜDESHEIM
Day 30
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BERNKASTEL
Day 31
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO REMICH
Day 32
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN REMICH
Day 33
Dinner
Day 34
BreakfastLunchDinner
Day 35
BreakfastLunchDinner
Day 36
BreakfastLunchDinner
Day 37
BreakfastLunchDinner
Day 38
BreakfastLunchDinner
Day 39
BreakfastLunchDinner
Day 40
Breakfast
Day 41 NUREMBERG (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to Germany. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.
Flights into Nuremberg must arrive by 3 pm.
Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.
Set sail while enjoying dinner on your first night onboard.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BAMBERG
Dinner
DinnerDay 42 BAMBERG
The City of Seven Hills
Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.
CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of the former home to imperial dynasties, and see its Romanesque cathedral, Old Town Hall, and seven hills crowned with churches.
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WÜRZBURG
BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 43 WÜRZBURG
A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic Road
CLASSIC Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Würzburg with its Old Main Bridge, towering fortress, and baroque Bishop’s Residenz—with the largest known ceiling fresco.
Explore the city on your own or visit a local winery.
Later, enjoy onboard entertainment.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAIN RIVER VILLAGE
BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 44 MAIN RIVER VILLAGE
Beauty on the Main River
Ask about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.
CLASSIC Join a Guided Walking Tour of a picturesque Bavarian village.
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RÜDESHEIM
BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 45 RÜDESHEIM–RHINE GORGE
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country
DISCOVERY Tour the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; based on your departure enjoy a local special treat, OR:
ACTIVE Take an open-air Cable Car Ride to the Niederwald Monument. Ride or walk back down through the vineyards; based on your departure enjoy a local special treat.
This afternoon, relax on the Sky Deck as you cruise through the magnificent Rhine Gorge.
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BERNKASTEL
BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 46 BERNKASTEL
German Vineyards of the Moselle Valley
CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of the charming wine village of Bernkastel—with its medieval marketplace and 17th-century half-timbered houses, OR:
ACTIVE Join your Avalon Adventure Host for a Guided Hike to nearby castle ruins.
Spend some free time at your leisure this afternoon, perhaps biking through the Renaissance-style village, or visiting a café to sample Apfelkuchen or other wonderful German desserts.
DISCOVERY Join a Wine Tasting to experience the tradition of legendary German wine making.
Later, enjoy live entertainment on board while sailing.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO REMICH
BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 47 REMICH, LUXEMBOURG. EXCURSION TO TRIER
Old World Charm, and World-Class Wine
CLASSIC Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Trier—Germany’s oldest city with ancient Roman remnants dating from 144-152 AD. Starting from Porta Nigra walk through the city center, OR:
CLASSIC Join a history-focused Roman Trier Guided Tour to learn more about the history of Roman civilization in this Moselle River city, and visit the ruins of a 20,000-seat amphitheater, and imperial baths.
This afternoon, take a Guided Optional Excursion to Luxembourg City—with its dramatic views, ancient ruins, and modern architecture in its deep gorge terrain.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN REMICH
BreakfastLunch Dinner
BreakfastLunch DinnerDay 48 REMICH (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.
Flights should not leave Luxembourg City airport before 8 am.
Accommodations
| Luxembourg |
Le Royal
Moderate Deluxe
Hotel as shown or similar
12 Boulevard Royal Luxembourg Luxembourg
A centrally located 170-room property offering fresh dining options in the brasserie style restaurant where traditional dishes can be enjoyed on the flowery outdoor terrace during the summer months, innovative French cuisine is served in the gourmet restaurant and there is also a contemporary piano bar with cigar lounge. Leisure facilities include a fitness centre, sauna and an indoor swimming pool and Free Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout.
Moderate Deluxe
Hotel as shown or similar
12 Boulevard Royal Luxembourg Luxembourg
A centrally located 170-room property offering fresh dining options in the brasserie style restaurant where traditional dishes can be enjoyed on the flowery outdoor terrace during the summer months, innovative French cuisine is served in the gourmet restaurant and there is also a contemporary piano bar with cigar lounge. Leisure facilities include a fitness centre, sauna and an indoor swimming pool and Free Wi-Fi internet access is available throughout.
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