Rüdesheim, Rhine & Wine

Day 1

This morning, we travel across the Channel to mainland Europe with a stop for our evening meal enroute. We arrive in Rüdesheim this evening.

Day 2

After breakfast, enjoy a full day exploring and relaxing in vibrant Rüdesheim, a famous wine-making destination on the Rhine's banks. Our hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the town, where pretty cafés, restaurants, and wine taverns are abundant. If you're feeling adventurous, why not take the cable car to the imposing Niederwald Monument, visit Siegfried's Music Cabinet Museum, or sample the best of the Asbach Brandy Distillery?

Day 3

We enjoy a scenic drive along the Rhine to historic Koblenz, located at a beautiful junction of the Moselle and Rhine. The old town boasts numerous well-preserved landmark attractions, from the spectacular fortress of Ehrenbreitstein to the Neoclassical Koblenz Schloss, built in 1786. Our return takes us via a stop in Boppard, known for its scenic beauty. Located along the banks of the Rhine, the promenade is full of charming cafes, restaurants, and souvenir shops.

Day 4

Today, we enjoy an excursion to Heidelberg, a city considered one of Germany's most beautiful. Nestled between the Neckar River and the foothills of the Odenwald Forest, Heidelberg is home to a historic old town and a fifteenth-century castle that offers astounding views of the surrounding area.

Day 5

Our final excursion is to Wiesbaden, best known for its thermal springs. Tucked between the Rhine and the Taunus Mountains, this city has a unique mixture of historical ambience, pulsating life and popular events. Don't miss out on a visit to the Kochbrunnen hot spring fountain in the city centre, which produces water at 66°C. We return to Rüdesheim for a relaxing afternoon and an included wine tasting.

Day 6

We return home today.

B=Breakfast, D=Dinner