We Love —
- Sail from historic Andernach along the the twists and turns of the River Rhine and Moselle aboard the welcoming Serenade 2
- Discover a land of vineyards, half-timbered houses, towns linked by ancient bridges, and the imposing Roman ruins of German's oldest settlement, Trier, on this beguiling river cruise
- Choose from 3 dates travelling by Eurostar or from your local airport. All flights/train journeys, transfers and meals are included for maximum convenience!
New Voyage Privé —
Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Here to Help —
Booking 35 days in advance and spending over £500 per person? No need to pay in full today! Just select the 30% deposit option on our payment page (terms & conditions apply)
For any additional information on this offer or assistance in making your reservation please call one of our dedicated team on 0844 8262099 or email [email protected]
Opening hours are Monday to Friday 08:00 - 21:00 and Saturdays & Sundays from 09:00 - 17:30.
Your Destination —
Stunningly picturesque, the Rhine is the second longest river in Central and Western Europe (after the Danube), and has historically been a vital waterway carrying trade and goods deep inland. Along the way, precipitous cliffs, steep vineyards, a castle perched on virtually every hilltop and pretty villages lining the river banks on either side, testifying to its importance as a great symbol of Germany.
Moselle
Moselle, flowing through France, Luxembourg and Germany, is a left tributary of the Rhine. It twist and turns its way between Trier and Koblenz along one of Germany's most beautiful river valleys and has been shaped by man for over 2,000 years, ever since it was first cultivated by the Romans. A myriad of castles towering over romantic wine villages line the banks of the river.
Rhine and Moselle Cruise by Air —
Day One
Fly to Cologne or Dusseldorf and, from there, transfer to ancient Andernach to board Serenade 2. Enjoy a first evening meal on board, a nightcap in the ship's bar, and a comfortable and spacious cabin in which to relax.
Sail past Koblenz and into the Moselle, passing hillside vineyards and historic castles. You'll reach the pretty town of Cochem by early afternoon, and have the chance to discover its fairy-tale Reichsburg Castle on an optional excursion (bookable locally).
This evening enjoy dinner and entertainment aboard ship, or step ashore to enjoy Cochem.
Day Three
Traben-Trarbach straddles the river, the banks connected by a turreted bridge. From this pretty town, you'll can join an optional coach excursion along the Mosel Weinstrasse that offers the opportunity to visit a local wine cellar and perhaps buy some regional wines.
Another morning cruise carries you to Bernkastel-Kues, another celebrated Moselle wine town, and also linked across the river by an ancient bridge. Enjoy an introductory walking tour, and perhaps continue to the nearby ruins of the Burg Landshut if you're feeling energetic.
Day Five
Today we'll arrive in Trier, where evidence of the town's Roman heritage includes the second-century Porta Nigra city gate and a 20,000-seat amphitheatre. Explore at your own pace, or join an informative optional walking tour with our tour manager.
Later, Serenade 2 will begin her journey back towards Andernach, mooring in Alken overnight.
Historic Koblenz's strategically significant position is overlooked by the mighty Ehrenbreitstein fortress. Join the tour manager to wander through the town's pretty Old Town and along the riverfront promenade. From here Serenade 2 will sail to historic Andernach, which you'll also have the chance to explore.
This evening, join the Captain and your fellow guests for a special Farewell Dinner on board. Exchange memories of a delightful voyage as the ship heads back to Cologne.
Day Seven
Return to the airport and fly back to the UK at the end of a wonderful holiday.
Rhine and Moselle Cruise by Eurostar —
Travel by Eurostar to Brussels and transfer by coach to the ancient Rhine town of Andernach to board Serenade 2. After a first evening meal on board, enjoy a nightcap in the ship's bar, or simply retire to your comfortable and spacious cabin.
Day Two
A leisurely, scenic, morning cruise passes Koblenz and heads into the Moselle, past hillside vineyards and historic castles. By early afternoon, Serenade 2 moors in the pretty town of Cochem, nestled beneath the Reichsburg Castle's fairy-tale turrets. Discover the secrets and history of the castle on an optional excursion.
This evening, enjoy dinner and entertainment on board, or step ashore to enjoy the atmosphere in Cochem.
Arrive in pretty Traben-Trarbach, which straddles the river and is linked by a turreted bridge. An optional coach excursion will take in the Mosel Weinstrasse and visit a local wine cellar where you will have the opportunity to buy some of region's celebrated and distinctive wines.
Day Four
Another morning cruise brings you to a quintessential Moselle wine town - celebrated Bernkastel-Kues, which is also linked across the river by an ancient bridge. Enjoy the included introductory walking tour, continuing to the ruins of the Burg Landshut if you're feeling energetic, before you rest and relax on board the ship.
The birthplace of Karl Marx, Trier is Germany's oldest settlement. Its fine collection of Roman remains includes the great second-century Porta Nigra city gate and a 20,000-seat amphitheatre. Enjoy an informative optional walking tour with our tour manager. Later, Serenade 2 moors overnight in Alken before she begins her return journey.
Day Six
This morning you'll arrive in Koblenz, a strategic river stronghold overlooked by the mighty Ehrenbreitstein fortress. Wander through the pretty Altstadt or along the riverfront promenade in the company of the Tour Manager, before you cruise to historic Andernach for another chance to go ashore.
This evening, the Captain invites you to a special Farewell Dinner on board. Join your fellow passengers to swap wonderful cruise memories as the ship heads back to Cologne.
Day Seven
Today, at the end of a wonderful holiday, you'll leave the ship and begin your journey back to the UK.
Your Ship —
Well known to discerning British river-cruise holidaymakers since her launch just seven years ago, modern, spacious Serenade 2 is a beautiful, sleek and welcoming ship. Superbly maintained, she boasts three main passenger decks and a vast, partially covered sun deck for her intimate complement of just 134 passengers. Join on board for a 2015 summer season of classic cruises along the mighty Rhine and majestic Moselle.
Sun deck
Bar lounge
Lobby
Dining room
Sauna
Fitness room
Some services may incur additional charges, payable locally.
Your Cabin —
This offer is based on a Twin Cabin.
Cabin amenities include:
- Twin beds with tempur mattresses
- Seating area
- Dressing table & mirror
- Good wardrove/drawer space
- Mini-bar fridge
- Coffee/tea making facilities
- Safe
- Hair dryer
- Flat-screen satellite TV
- Telephone
Your Journey —
Flights: Return flights to Dusseldorf are included. To view flight times, please click here.
Eurostar: Return journey to Brussels are included.
From St Pancras
Outbound: 10:58 - 14:05
Inbound: 14:56 - 16:03
From Ebbsfleet
Outbound: 11:15 - 14:05
Inbound: 15:45 - 16:03
All flights and Eurostar times are local.
Transfers: Shared transfers are included.
Please note: flight details are given as a guide only and may change. We will however notify you in advance if flights are more than 2 hours outside the time range given. Flights are non-changeable and non-refundable at time of booking.
