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Price includes:
Transfer to
the barge from the meeting point on Sunday, 6 night cruise,
all meals on board catered for by the on board Master Chef,
open bar 24/7 with a large range of alcoholic and non alcoholic
drinks, all wines served throughout the cruise, excursions
and admittance fees as per the itinerary, use of barge facilities,
which includes bicycles and spa pool, and transfer back to
the drop off point the following Saturday morning.
Cruise
highlights:
Germany & Luxembourg Cruise
Germany & Luxemburg
The
picturesque Moselle region of Germany is a wine lover’s
paradise and is most famous for its wines made from the Riesling
grape. The area is known for the steep slopes of the region's
vineyards overlooking the River Moselle. The river runs through
one of Europe's most beautiful valleys and is perfect for
anyone wishing to experience the romantic Germany of castles,
vineyards, and half-timbered villages. Unlike the more heavily
visited Rhine, the Moselle allows the visitors to meander
at a more leisurely pace among colourful towns, markets and
forests.
CRUISE MAP
Germany and Luxemburg Cruise Itinerary
SUNDAY, Day 1
After being met by our driver we will take
to La Nouvelle that will moored in the heart of Koblenz for
a wonderful
champagne welcome. There will be a short late afternoon cruise
to Winningen, one of the oldest and largest wine growing
villages in the area where we will stop and you will experience
the first of many gourmet meals on board.
MONDAY, Day 2
A morning cruise guides us through the lowest
part of the Mosel River up to the charming town of Cochem.
In the early
afternoon we will drive you to the castle of Burg Eltz, also
called the “Queen of the German Castles” as it
is one of the few that were not destroyed by the French King
Louis XIV in 1689. A guided tour takes us through this fascinating
12th century castle. We return to La Nouvelle in Cochem in
time to stroll through this delightful little village.
TUESDAY, Day 3
After breakfast we will take a leisurely cruise
past numerous vineyards in beautiful scenery. This is one
of the most beautiful
towns on the Mosel and is famous for its wines. Visit the
cellars of Dr Josef Weiss, just outside of town for our first
wine tasting.
WEDNESDAY, Day 4
Cruising up this very picturesque part of
the Mosel we reach Bernkastel, another famous wine village.
Here you will find
the “crème de la crème” of Mosel
wines. In the afternoon visit the private cellars of Pauli
Bergweiler for a sampling of his superb wines. Finish our
day with a stroll around the village of Bernkastel.
THURSDAY, Day 5
This morning we will cruise to the oldest
town in Germany, Trier. Trier will take you back to the old
Roman times from
hundreds of years before Christ. Visit the Porta Nigra, part
of the old town wall and the magnificent St. Peters Cathedral,
or stroll the old town to shop or browse.
FRIDAY, Day 6
This morning we will cruise our last part on
the Mosel into Luxembourg to the small village of Remich.
In the afternoon,
there will be time to visit the nearby capital of Luxembourg.
Tonight, Captain Jan Meijer and his wife Diana will join
you for a farewell dinner on board.
SATURDAY, Day 7
After your last elegant breakfast on board
you will be taken to either your hotel or the airport for
your onward travel.
This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change. On
alternative weeks the cruise is in reverse direction.
European
Waterways - La Nouvelle Etoile Hotel Barge 2011 Rates 
