Itinerary for September 30, 2026 Departure

Day Date Location Port of Call Guide
1Wednesday, 09/30/2026Arrival in Cologne - Arrive at your five-star cruise ship moored on the banks of the Rhine in historic Cologne, one of Germany’s oldest cities. Your p 
1Wednesday, 09/30/2026Arrival in Nuremberg - Your professional, English-speaking crew awaits to welcome you on board, show you to your cabin and help you familiarise yourse 
1Wednesday, 09/30/2026Arrival in Cologne - Arrive at your five-star cruise ship moored on the banks of the Rhine in historic Cologne, one of Germany’s oldest cities. Your pCologne, Germany
2Thursday, 10/01/2026Cologne - After breakfast, we enjoy a guided walking tour of this most majestic of cities, Cologne.  The cathedral’s famous spires tower above the ol 
2Thursday, 10/01/2026Nuremberg - Intriguing for its association with the Second World War, as the site of many pre-war Nazi rallies and later, the war crimes trials. What  
2Thursday, 10/01/2026Cologne - After breakfast, we enjoy a guided walking tour of this most majestic of cities, Cologne.  The cathedral’s famous spires tower above the olCologne, Germany
3Friday, 10/02/2026Andernach & Boppard - One of the oldest towns in Germany, Andernach was founded by the Romans in 12BC on the site of an old Celtic settlement then sei 
3Friday, 10/02/2026Andernach & Boppard - One of the oldest towns in Germany, Andernach was founded by the Romans in 12BC on the site of an old Celtic settlement then sei 
3Friday, 10/02/2026Bamberg - Awake this morning in Bamberg, undoubtedly one of Europe’s prettiest small towns and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Planned by Emperor Heinri 
4Saturday, 10/03/2026Ochsenfurt & Rothenburg - Rise refreshed in the charming old town of Ochsenfurt, nestled on the banks of the river Main. Wander through the pretty old 
4Saturday, 10/03/2026Rhine Gorge & Rüdesheim - There’s a bucket-list treat in store this morning as we cruise through the world-famous Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage 
4Saturday, 10/03/2026Rhine Gorge & Rüdesheim - There’s a bucket-list treat in store this morning as we cruise through the world-famous Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage 
5Sunday, 10/04/2026Mainz - During breakfast arrive in the historic city of Mainz, a colourful ensemble of domes and spires rising above the riverbank. Situated at the co 
5Sunday, 10/04/2026Würzburg - Founded in the 10th century as the centre of the kingdom known as Franconia, the Marienberg Fortress overlooks neat rows of grand, pastel-c 
5Sunday, 10/04/2026Mainz - During breakfast arrive in the historic city of Mainz, a colourful ensemble of domes and spires rising above the riverbank. Situated at the coMainz, Germany
6Monday, 10/05/2026Miltenberg & Wertheim - This morning we arrive in Miltenberg, a beautifully preserved medieval village with a labyrinth of winding alleys and lanes to 
6Monday, 10/05/2026Miltenberg & Wertheim - This morning we arrive in Wertheim, a delightful surprise, off the tourist trail and all the better for its unspoilt ambience. 
6Monday, 10/05/2026Miltenberg & Wertheim - This morning we arrive in Miltenberg, a beautifully preserved medieval village with a labyrinth of winding alleys and lanes toMiltenberg, Germany
7Tuesday, 10/06/2026Würzburg - Enjoy a relaxed morning of scenic sailing – one of the real treats of a river cruising holiday. Perhaps catch up on some reading or simply  
7Tuesday, 10/06/2026Mainz - Rising this morning there’s no need to rush - we continue our scenic cruise through the morning, so it’s the perfect opportunity to relax and  
8Wednesday, 10/07/2026Rothenburg & Ochsenfurt - This morning, experience something a bit different as we take a drive along the Romantic Road – aptly named to describe this 
8Wednesday, 10/07/2026Rüdesheim & the Rhine Gorge - Disembark this morning for a guided tour of Rüdesheim. A tangle of crooked houses, winding cobbled alleys and curious li 
8Wednesday, 10/07/2026Rothenburg & Ochsenfurt - This morning, experience something a bit different as we take a drive along the Romantic Road – aptly named to describe thisWurzburg, Germany
9Thursday, 10/08/2026Bamberg - Enjoy a morning of scenic sailing, taking a spot in the lounge or up on deck as a kaleidoscope of glorious vistas slip past. The foredeck fe 
9Thursday, 10/08/2026Boppard & Andernach - This morning there’s a little more time to explore Boppard, a true hidden gem, set against a backdrop of rolling forested slopes 
10Friday, 10/09/2026Nuremberg - Enjoy a relaxing start to this final morning of sailing on the way to our last stop on this cruise. Maybe treat yourself with an appointme 
10Friday, 10/09/2026Cologne - Savour a relaxing last morning of cruising as we glide on towards our final destination, Cologne, passing under the Bridge of Remagen. After 
10Friday, 10/09/2026Nuremberg - Enjoy a relaxing start to this final morning of sailing on the way to our last stop on this cruise. Maybe treat yourself with an appointme 
11Saturday, 10/10/2026Return home 
11Saturday, 10/10/2026Arrive at Return home 

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