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Roca Loreley
Ruedesheim
Description
Advent Cruise on the Rhine
Enjoy the Rhine during the most beautiful time of the year aboard this charming 4-day river cruise. The journey begins in the historic city of Cologne, from where we sail along the Rhine Gorge. Discover medieval castles, endless vineyards and charming riverside villages, all from the comfort of your floating hotel. Enjoy a relaxing, cultural and gastronomic experience, perfect for exploring the heart of Europe.
Dates
| Departure | From | Arrival | From | Price From | Reserve |
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| 20-11-2026 | Colonia | 23-11-2026 | Colonia | 544.00€ | RESERVE |
Itinerary
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| Duration | 4 days | |
| Departure date | 20-11-2026 | | |
| Cities | Colonge, Rudesheim, Mainz | |
| Rivers | Rhine | |
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Discounts (not cumulative) • Honeymooners - 10% (family registration required) • Seniors over 60 years old - 5% • Book 60 days in advance - 7% • Children under 2 years old (without place) - free (only pay taxes) • Children from 3-12 years old - 20% discount sharing a double cabin with an adult • Birthday during the cruise - 3% • Groups/families from 10 to 20 pax -10% INCLUDED: Accommodation in outside cabins; full board from dinner on the first day to breakfast on the last day; drinks: draft beer, house wine, soft drinks, water, and coffee from 09:30 to 23:00; and afternoon tea at 5 o’clock with pastries or midnight snack; live music; welcome and farewell cocktail with one drink included; captain’s dinner; medical assistance insurance; onboard porters; limited Wi-Fi. NOT INCLUDED: optional excursion package; beverages not mentioned; individual transfers; flights; insurance; gratuities (50€ pax/cruise); port and tourist taxes (€75 pax/cruise); laundry service; minibar. INCLUDED TOUR PACKAGE in english (minimum number of passengers required):
PRIVATE TRANSFERS (to/from Cologne Airport): Price upon request Important: Maximum waiting time at the airport is 1 hour. In case of flight delays, missed flights, or lost luggage, please inform Crucemundo via the emergency number. Once 1 hour has elapsed from the scheduled arrival time of the flight, if the passengers have not met the driver, the transfer will be considered cancelled and no refund will be issued. OPTION TO CHOOSE A SPECIFIC CABIN NUMBER: EUR 50 per cabin. Otherwise, cabin numbers will be assigned randomly. The order of the program is subject to change. Please note that, in the event of early arrivals, not all Christmas markets may be open yet. |
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| Día 1 | COLOGNE Today you’ll travel on your own or, if you prefer, by bus (optional service) to Cologne, where you’ll settle into your houseboat starting around 4:00 p.m. In the city of the cathedral, you’ll have the chance to explore Cologne’s charming Christmas market on your own. The festively decorated stalls and cozy atmosphere will immediately transport you into the spirit of Advent. In the evening, a delicious 4-course welcome dinner awaits you before your ship sets sail around 11:00 PM. |
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| Día 2 | RUDESHEIM In the morning, you’ll enjoy the journey through the picturesque Upper Middle Rhine Valley, passing by impressive rock formations and majestic castles. Around 2:00 p.m., you’ll dock in Rüdesheim, where the ship will remain overnight. Explore this popular wine-growing town and don’t miss a stroll down the famous Drosselgasse street, as well as the charming Christmas Market of the Nations. |
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| Día 3 | MAINZ Around 8:30 a.m., we’ll weigh anchor and continue our journey to Mainz. Around 11:30 a.m., we’ll arrive in Gutenberg, on the banks of the Rhine. If you’d like, you can join us for a guided tour of the city, which begins with the Gutenberg-Express, a little red train, and continues on foot through the historic alleys of the old town, as well as the famous market square with the imposing Mainz Cathedral. During Advent, Mainz’s Christmas market shines with a very special splendor starting around November 27 and exudes a festive atmosphere. Around 8:30 p.m., your floating hotel sets sail again, heading for Cologne. |
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| Día 4 | COLOGNE After a delicious breakfast on board, you will disembark and begin your return journey on your own or, if you prefer, by bus (bookable). The wonderful memories of your evocative river cruise will undoubtedly remain with you for a long time. |
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Ship MS "VistaGracia"
Technical Details
Length: 104.5 m | Beam: 11.4m | Draft: 1.4m | Speed: 24
km/h | Remodeling: 2018 | Currency on board: Euro | Accepted cards: Visa,
Mastercard. | Passenger capacity - 110. | Voltage 220V. *Vessel classification
has been given at our own discretion
Amenities
On the Promenade Bridge, located around the grand spiral staircase leading to the Main Deck, you will find the lobby and reception. In this area there is a large library with comfortable seats and an open fireplace surrounded with large sofas. The elegant and spacious restaurant is located on the Main deck. The Sol bridge is divided into 2 areas: a large open area with sun loungers and a covered area with a large awning. The Main deck and the Promenade deck are connected by a large elevator with capacity for up to 4 people. The Sol Bridge can be accessed from the Promenade Bridge by an outdoor chairlift. Without a doubt, you will spend a relaxing stay on board.
Accommodation
The passenger cabins are distributed between two decks: Promenade and Main. They are spacious rooms of about 12m2 that have two beds that convert into a sofa during the day to create extra space (Main deck). The cabins have a large desk with a chair and a large mirror. All cabins are equipped with air conditioning/heating that can be regulated individually, satellite TV with several channels with a remote control, safe, telephone and hairdryer. An elegant bathroom is equipped with a shower and a sink. The cabins on the Main deck have panoramic windows, while the cabins on the Promenade deck have a French balcony.
