Cologne and the Rhine Valley Christmas Markets Cruise – MS Serenade 1
Cologne and the Rhine Valley Christmas Markets Cruise – MS Serenade 1
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Cologne and the Rhine Valley Christmas Markets Cruise – MS Serenade 1
5 Days Starting and ending in Germany
Visiting: Cologne, Rüdesheim am Rhein, Koblenz
Tour operator:
Tour code:
s-tbc6
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
8-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Get into the festive spirit early as we cruise along this mighty Rhine on this memorable tour. With stylish accommodation aboard the elegant MS Serenade 1, our first port of call is quaint Rudesheim, where you can browse the cosy chalets and taste local delicacies at the Christmas market. We’ll also discover the magical cities of Cologne and Koblenz, immersing ourselves in the atmosphere of their enchanting Christmas markets. Guaranteed to leave you feeling merry and bright, this tour is the perfect way to kick-start the festive season.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Cologne & Rüdesheim
Location: Cologne, Rüdesheim am Rhein
Accommodation: MS Serenade 1 Cruise
Meals Included: Dinner
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to Cologne where we join our ship. We enjoy a relaxing evening as we sail towards Rüdesheim.
Day 2 : Rüdesheim
Location: Rüdesheim am Rhein
Accommodation: MS Serenade 1 Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Relax this morning as we cruise along the Rhine through the astonishing gorge, passing by the incredible landmark of Lorelei. In the early afternoon, we arrive into Rüdesheim where you have free time to enjoy the Christmas Market, a delightful event held in the town’s chocolate-box old quarter.
Alternatively, you can join our optional excursion, 'Rüdesheim Delights', visiting the wonderful Mechanical Music Museum of Siegfried before enjoying a delicious mug of glühwein. This evening, there is also the opportunity to join our excursion to a traditional wine cellar to sample some of the region’s delicious wine.
Day 3 : Rüdesheim To Koblenz
Location: Rüdesheim am Rhein, Koblenz
Accommodation: MS Serenade 1 Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning we sail to Koblenz, at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Here, we have free time to visit the Koblenz Christmas Market, with over 130 festively decorated wooden stalls offering a range of handmade gifts and Christmas decorations.
Enjoy a glass of glühwein whilst listening to festive music playing. Alternatively, you can explore the city’s quaint lanes and atmospheric squares filled with beautiful old buildings.
Day 4 : Koblenz To Cologne
Location: Koblenz, Cologne
Accommodation: MS Serenade 1 Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we cruise up the Rhine to discover the beautiful city of Cologne. The hive of festive activity takes place around the cathedral and the old town, where you will find a maze of pretty stalls also offering outstanding arts and crafts.
There are also a number of smaller markets to enjoy including the Harbour Christmas Markets held on the Rhine, with snowy white pagoda tents reminiscent of a ship’s sails.
Day 5 : Return Home
Location: Cologne
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
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Porterage at Hotels
What's Not Included
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights on a full-board basis aboard the MS Serenade 1.
Check out our Q&As
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
You can be assured of a high level of service and reliability from our expert-trained coach crews, who will be on hand to assist and escort you along the way
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full. Hand luggage should be stored in the overhead racks aboard the coach.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 8 years or above
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Low Deposit
Shearings requires a minimum deposit of 75 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of shearings charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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