The Classic Moselle

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River Cruise
Step aboard the friendly MV Virginia for a relaxing cruise, uncovering the best of the Moselle Valley. Take in its quaint villages, scenic rolling hills, and picturesque sloping vineyards, as we sail through Germany’s famous wine country.
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Take a guided tour of the enchanting Ahr Valley
    • Admire Bernkastel's medieval market square
    • Experience historical Koblenz and the breath-taking Rhine Gorge
    • Spend time in Alken and discover its valleys and vineyards
    • Sample wonderful Moselle wines

What's this trip about?

    Step aboard the friendly MV Virginia for a relaxing cruise, uncovering the best of the Moselle Valley. Take in its quaint villages, scenic rolling hills, and picturesque sloping vineyards, as we sail through Germany’s famous wine country.

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Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityCologne
End CityCologne

Travel Themes

  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing

Trip includes

    • Seven nights full board cruise
    • Services of a Shearings Cruise Manager
    • Enjoy a Captain’s gala dinner
    • On-board entertainment programme
    • Porterage
    • Two included excursions

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day One - UK -

 Cologne - Koblenz
We fly to Cologne Airport, where we are met and transfer to the MV Virginia. Time to relax before dinner; we sail to Koblenz overnight. (D)

Day Two - Koblenz
Koblenz gets its name from the Latin word for confluence, as it occupies the strategic corner where the Rhine and Moselle come together. We enjoy an included excursion to discover the enchanting Ahr Valley this morning, as our expert guide gives us insight into the history of this beautiful valley. Later, why not explore Koblenz with our optional guided walking tour? (B,L,D)

Day Three - Koblenz to Cochem
This morning, we cruise to Cochem, known as the ‘Pearl of the Moselle’. This beautiful little town is surrounded by vineyards and is home to Reichsburg Castle, an iconic landmark standing guard above the Moselle. To further explore this magnificent castle, consider joining our optional excursion to tour Cochem and its imperial castle this afternoon. We moor here overnight. (B,L,D)

Day Four - Cochem to Traben Trabach
Setting sail from Cochem during breakfast, we sail to Traben Trabach, arriving by early afternoon. From here, we’ll enjoy an included excursion to nearby Bernkastel, a well-known winemaking town. Take in the town’s captivating centre, with its medieval half-timbered hous...
Day Five - Traben Trabach to Zell
We have the morning to explore Traben Trabach, situated on both sides of the Moselle and offering up beautiful scenery. As we sit down to lunch on-board the MV Virginia, we’ll sail onwards to Zell, known for its Schwarze Katz wine. Sample some of this amazing wine once we reach Zell this afternoon, with a visit to one of its many wine taverns while at leisure. (B,L,D)

Day Six - Zell to Alken
We continue our river cruise early this morning, cruising along the beautiful Moselle to reach Alken. Take in amazing views as we sail, and explore this historical German town later today. One of the oldest Moselle towns, and perhaps the prettiest, Alken boasts cobbled s...
Day Seven - Alken to Cologne
Wake to mesmerising changing scenery as we cruise back to Cologne, arriving by mid-afternoon. We’ll have the rest of the day to explore - this vibrant city is filled with splendid sights, including its famous cathedral, which we can visit with our optional excursion. Later, we’ll make our way back to the MV Virginia for our Captain’s gala dinner. (B,L,D)

Day Eight - Cologne to UK
Following breakfast, we’ll disembark the MV Virginia and transfer to Cologne Airport for our flight home. (B)

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,191
Price per day$274
Last Updated: 7/6/2020

Prices listed above are for 2 people.

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Accommodation

Ship & cabin information
MV Virginia
Whether you want to discover the Rhine and Moselle rivers, or Dutch Waterways, the MV Virginia is the ideal choice. Our warm, inviting ship is a firm favourite with Shearings customers, and it’s very easy to see why. If you’re after scenic River Cruises that give you the opportunity to travel in style and comfort, while exploring beautiful destinations and taking in stunning scenery, we have the perfect selection of Europe River Cruises for you.  Having been fully refurbished in 2013, the MV Virginia provides a modern, relaxed atmosphere, with impressive decor and a fantastic environment in which you’ll be able to relax at ease while enjoying Rhine River Cruises.
MV VIRGINIA GRADE A Private bathroom facilities including wet room-style shower and toilet  Safe Hairdryer Flat screen TV Air conditioning Fixed twin beds Located on Promenade deck MV VIRGINIA GRADE A+ Private bathroom facilities including wet room-style shower and toilet  Safe Hairdryer Flat screen TV Air conditioning Tea and coffee area  Sitting area Fixed twin beds Located on Promenade deck MV VIRGINIA GRADE B Private bathroom facilities including wet room-style shower and toilet  Safe Hairdryer Flat screen TV Air conditioning Fixed twin beds Located on Main deck MV VIRGINIA GRADE C Private bathroom facilities including wet room-style shower and toilet  Safe Hairdryer Flat screen TV Air conditioning Fixed twin beds Located on Promenade/Main deck MV VIRGINIA GRADE D Private bathroom facilities including shower cubicle and toilet  Safe Hairdryer Flat screen TV Air conditioning Fixed twin beds Located on Cabin deck MV VIRGINIA SINGLE CABIN Private bathroom facilities including wet room style-shower or shower cubicle and toilet  Safe Hairdryer Flat screen TV Air conditioning Fixed single bed for sole occupancy Located on Cabin and Main deck
Cancellation policy

You may cancel your hotel break at any time, but if you do so you will have to pay us cancellation charges based on a scale. These charges are to compensate us for the risk of not being able to re-sell your accommodation. When you cancel you must inform us or your travel agent in writing and your cancellation only takes effect from the date we or your travel agent receive your notice in writing, signed by the person who made the booking, together with any travel tickets or vouchers we may already have sent you. Please note that if only part of a booking is cancelled this may mean that the accommodation booked will be under occupied and may result in the remaining guests having to pay any applicable supplements, e.g. changing a twin room to a single.

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