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Five River Cruise Adventure of the Rhine, Necker, Main , Moselle and Saar

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Set off on a 10-night all-inclusive river cruise adventure across five iconic waterways—the Rhine, Neckar, Main, Moselle and Saar—aboard the elegant MS Leonardo da Vinci. Begin with return flights and two nights in a four-star Basel hotel with breakfast, the perfect start before your direct train transfer to Strasbourg. From here, enjoy an 8-night voyage through Germany’s most storied river towns, including romantic Heidelberg, historic Mainz and dynamic Frankfurt.

Cruise onward to Rüdesheim, Koblenz, Cochem and Trier, followed by the serene landscapes of Saarburg, ending in Luxembourg. With high-quality onboard dining, included drinks and enriching daily stops, this itinerary provides an engaging mix of culture, history and scenic river cruising across central Europe.

What’s included

  • Return fllghts from the UK
  • Two nights' four-star bed-and-breakfast accommodation in Basel (in hotel featured or similar)
  • Direct train journey from Basel to Strasbourg (1 hour 18 minutes)
  • Eight nights' full-board river cruise accommodation on board the MS Leonardo Da Vinci
  • All meals included - with refined French cuisine
  • Gala dinner and evening
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard
  • DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
  • Welcome cocktail
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Please note that all excursions are optional extras at an additional cost- please call for details.

Ship

MS Leonard da Vinci

CroisiEurope Cruises

Named after one of the most famous artists in history this standard ship sails on the Rhine, a river with cultural and natural richness.Completely renovated in 2011, the MS Leonardo Da Vinci is an intimate-sized standard ship, measuring 105m long and 11.40m wide. It can accommodate 141 passengers, in 71 cabins spread over two decks. The cabins are comfortable and spacious, offer amenities and provide guests with all the comforts they need during their stay. The decoration, in beige and taupe tones enhanced with gold, is both discreet and elegant and pays tribute to the artist's works.Located on the upper deck, the restaurant, where all meals are served during the cruise, offers delicate cuisine in a refined setting, where large windows allow guests to enjoy the panorama. Also on the upper deck is the lounge / bar with a dance floor. The sun deck is the ideal place to relax and admire the landscapes, offering comfortable sun loungers, as well as a large shaded area.Stateroom amenities include: TV • Telephone (for internal calls only) • Bathroom with shower and toilet • Towels • Safe • Independent air-conditioning • Electricity 220V • Wi-Fi

Itinerary

Fly to Basel and make your way to the nearby city centre for an overnight hotel stay. We have chosen either the 4-star Novotel Basel City Centre or the Hotel Victoria which are in the heart of the city and close to the Main SBB train station. Novotel Basel City. Enjoy the modern 4-star comfort of the Novotel Basel City. Close to the main train station and just 15 minutes' drive from Basel's EuroAirport, all attractions are within easy reach. Free Wi-Fi and six state-of-the-art meeting rooms make the hotel an ideal location for business travellers. The tram will take you to the exhibition hall in just 11 minutes. Try specialties from the tri-national region in our stylish brasserie. Two children can stay in their parents' room free of charge.

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