Castles, cathedrals and glowing winter markets
A journey along two of Germany's great river valleys, from the vineyards of Rüdesheim and the castles of the Upper Middle Rhine to the winding Moselle and the Roman city of Trier. The route pairs river cruising and Riesling tastings with medieval castles and ancient ruins.
A suggested flow for Rhine & Moselle Wine and Castles. Every day is flexible, we build the final routing, pace and hotels around you.
Your journey begins in Frankfurt. Arrival and welcome; transfer to Frankfurt and an evening by the Main with its reconstructed old town. Timings stay flexible, with room to linger where you like.
On to Rüdesheim. The wine town of Rüdesheim in the Rheingau, with its Drosselgasse lane and vineyard slopes above the Rhine. Your guide sets an easy pace, leaving space to wander or simply take it in.
Today brings you to Rhine Valley. A cruise through the UNESCO-listed Upper Middle Rhine Valley, past hillside castles and the Lorelei rock. We build in free time so the day feels unhurried, never rushed.
Today brings you to Boppard. The riverside town of Boppard and the clifftop Marksburg Castle, one of the best preserved on the Rhine. There's room to add an optional experience or keep the day open.
Today brings you to Cochem. Travel to the Moselle Valley and the town of Cochem beneath its Reichsburg castle, amid terraced vineyards. Evenings are yours, whether to explore further or unwind.
Today brings you to Bernkastel. The half-timbered wine town of Bernkastel-Kues on the Moselle, with a tasting of the valley's Rieslings. The rhythm is relaxed, shaped around what you most want to see.
Trier, Germany's oldest city, with its UNESCO-listed Roman monuments including the Porta Nigra and the cathedral. Timings stay flexible, with room to linger where you like.
A final day around Luxembourg. Transfer to Luxembourg airport for your onward journey. Your guide sets an easy pace, leaving space to wander or simply take it in.
This is a sample inclusion list. Final inclusions, hotel tiers and routing are confirmed when we tailor the trip to your dates, group and budget. Pricing is quoted per enquiry, we never sell fixed packages.
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