A 13-Day Uniworld River Cruises tour starting from $3,899
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Cities Visited: This Itinerary sails in this Direction: Travel through five remarkable countries along the legendary Rhine and vineyard-rich Moselle rivers Starting off in vibrant, canal-lined Amsterdam, you will traipse south on the path of historic legends, sailing the fabled Rhine River Valley and the Rhine’s breathtaking tributary, the meandering, romantic Moselle. Be enchanted by scenery of sylvan woods, ancient Roman ruins, and vineyards where vines cling bravely to spectacularly steep slopes. Step into the pages of fairytales as you visit postcard-perfect towns such as Koblenz, Cochem, Trier, Bernkastel, Rüdesheim, Strasbourg, Boppard, and Colmar. Travel to five amazing countries—the Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg, France, and Switzerland—all rich in UNESCO World Heritage Sites. And all along the way, savor excellent wines and distinctive local cuisine, sampling the best these regions have to offer. Who will enjoy this cruise: Connoisseurs of food and wine will savor hearty meals, delicate pastries, fine chocolates, and full-bodied Rieslings. Art aficionados and nature lovers will treasure an abundance of distinctive architecture and spectacular natural scenery. Epicurean Adventurer Program includes: Riesling wine tastings in Ediger-Eller and Bernkastel | Black Forest chocolate cake-baking demonstration and tasting | Special wine and food pairing dinner To order books related to this itinerary, please click here. |
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Legendary Rhine & Moselle River Cruise Package Includes:
Day 1 - Basel
Arrive at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg where you will be transferred to the ship. (D)
Day 2 - Breisach (Colmar or Riquewhir)
Featured Excursion: Choice of Colmar city tour OR Alsatian wine villages
Visit enchanting Colmar with its winding old streets, Medieval city
center, and St. Martin Church, which is made of pink stone. Or choose
to visit the picturesque wine villages of Kayserberg and Riquewhir.
(BB, L, Captain's Welcome Gala)
Day 3 - Strasbourg
Featured Excursion: Strasbourg canal cruise
Admire picturesque Strasbourg the way it has been through the ages—on a canal cruise; you will feel like you are in a fairytale as you glide amongst
the city’s beautiful half-timbered houses. (BB, L, D)
Day 4 - Speyer
Featured Excursion: Speyer walking tour
Be guided through Old Town to grand Speyer Cathedral, a UNESCO
World Heritage Site. The first churches in the city date to the sixth
century and the foundation for the cathedral was laid in 1030. (BB, L,
D)
Day 5 - Rüdesheim, cruising the romantic Rhine River, Boppard
Featured Excursion: Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Museum
In Rüdesheim, board a mini-train bound for Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Museum, which
showcases a unique collection of self-playing musical instruments. Then spend the early afternoon cruising the spectacular Upper Middle Rhine Valley, a UNESCO World
Heritage Site.
With its vine-filled slopes and its 40 or so castles strung like pearls
along the river banks, this is the perfect example of the romantic
Rhine. You'll take a guided tour through the charming village of Boppard before dinner. (BB,
L, D)
Day 6 - Cochem (Ediger-Eller)
Featured Excursions: Cochem walking tour, Reichsburg Castle, and exclusive Ediger-Eller wine tasting
History comes to life in Cochem’s half-timbered houses and Gothic
Reichsburg Castle. Enjoy a guided tour of the castle followed by a
walking tour through Old Town. Later in the day, you will take a
motorcoach to Ediger-Eller, where you will be greeted by the town
mayor, who will act as your host for the duration of your visit. Stroll
with the mayor through the cobblestone streets toward the church for a
short organ recital. Then join the mayor for an exclusive wine tasting
where you’ll savor three wines indigenous to this region along with a
special snack prepared just for you at a local inn. (BB, L, D)
Day 7 - Cruising the Moselle River, Trier/Konz (Luxembourg)
Featured Excursion: Luxembourg and WWII cemetery
Following a scenic morning sail on the spectacular, winding Moselle,
you’ll take a guided tour of the independent sovereign state of
Luxembourg, viewing Our Lady Cathedral, the Grand Ducal Palace, and a
WWII cemetery that is the resting place of General Patton. (BB, L, D)
Day 8 - Trier/Konz, cruising the Moselle River
Featured Excursion: Trier city tour
No German city has more monuments from Roman times than UNESCO-designated Trier. Follow your guide to the Roman Imperial Baths,
the Porta Nigra, and Emperor Constantine’s Throne Room. In the
afternoon, sail the Moselle River, origin of some of the world’s most
delicious Riesling wines. (BB, L, D)
Day 9 - Bernkastel
Featured Excursions: Bernkastel walking tour and wine tasting at a wine estate
Discover Bernkastel with its more than 500 years of winemaking history, beautiful vineyards, and picturesque market square. Savor the area’s
fine Rieslings at the renowned wine estate of Dr. Pauly-Bergweiler. In the afternoon, take in
the fascinating scenery of Europe’s steepest vineyards, which line the
banks of the winding Moselle River. (BB, L, D)
Day 10 - Koblenz
Featured Excursion: Koblenz walking tour
Amble through Koblenz’s picturesque Old Town, learning from your guide
the town’s history and its importance to this region where the Rhine
and Moselle rivers meet. (BB, L, D)
Day 11 - Cologne
Featured Excursion: Cologne walking tour and Roman-Germanic Museum visit
Stroll through the streets of Cologne’s Old Town to the fascinating Roman-Germanic Museum. (BB, L, Captain's Farewell Dinner)
Note: On Mondays, the Roman-Germanic Museum is closed; it will be replaced with a visit to UNESCO-designated Cologne Cathedral instead.
Day 12 - Amsterdam
Featured Excursions: Amsterdam city tour, including canal cruise, and choice of Rijksmuseum OR Van Gogh Museum
Experience the highlights of Amsterdam on a city tour and canal cruise.
Later, choose to visit either the renowned Rijksmuseum or the Van Gogh Museum.
(BB, L, D)
Day 13 - Depart Amsterdam
Disembark the ship and transfer to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
for your flight home, or extend your stay in exciting Amsterdam. (CB/BB)
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2010 Condé Nast Travel Readers' Poll Best Small Ship.
Entered service 1999; Refurbished 2006; 66 staterooms; 132-passenger capacity; European officers and crew; 9- and 12-night cruises in Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France and Switzerland along the Rhine and Moselle Rivers.
The River Queen is the most unique river cruise ship in Europe. Her exterior resembles the great steamships of the 1930’s, while her plush interior provides a classical elegance reminiscent of the famous Art Deco style.
Facilities onboard River Queen:

Catrgory 1- 5 Stateroom: approximately 151 sq ft
Suite: approximately 215 sq ft
Cabin Size: Approximately 151 sq. ft.
Suites: 4
Suite Size: Approximately 215 sq. ft.
Window Size: Moselle Deck = 6 ft. (1.86 m.) x 1.4 ft. (0.43 m.);
Main Deck = 6 ft. (1.86 m.) x 2.6 ft. (0.78 m.)
Danube Deck = 6.4 ft. (1.94 m.) x 3 ft. (0.93 m.)
Rhine Deck = 3 ft. (0.90 m.) x 5.8 ft. (1.78 m.)
Voltage: 220 volts
Elevator: Yes
Restaurant: Open seating
Library: Yes
Laundry Service: Available
Launderette: Yes
Ironing Facilities: Yes
Gymnasium: Yes
Sauna: Dry Sauna
The price of your cruise includes:
*Complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks are offered on Europe cruises only. Dining choices may vary on cruises in Egypt and China.
Gracious and accommodating, your all English-speaking staff has been well-trained in the art of hospitality. This means getting to know you, understanding your individual preferences, sharing their insights into the destinations you visit and offering you those extra special luxuries that make your experience more personalized.Port Charges: 216.0000
Base category: Category 5
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