German Christmas Markets - 6 Days from only £299pp
Sail from Newcastle & Hull - Executive coach travel to Dover included from many UK pick up points!
The mouth-watering smell of baked gingerbread, the warming taste of Glühwein, the heart-lifting sight of twinkling outdoor lights. When was Christmas shopping more enjoyable? We've witnessed the striking scenery of the stunning Rhine Gorge, called in at typical Rhineland towns and wine centres, seen the medieval town of Koblenz magically illuminated at night, and heard the fables and legends surrounding the famous Seven Mountains. Now we're in fragrant Cologne indulging in the city's fabulous Christmas Markets. There's such a wonderful range of quality items from which to choose; is there a weight restriction on what we can bring back on board Captain?
Dates Available:
From Hull; 28 November, 07 & 13 December 2011
From Newcastle; 07 December 2011
EXCLUSIVE! FREE EXCURSION PACKAGE WORTH £37pp!
Book our departure from Newcastle on the 7th December and receive these FREE excursions; Rudesheim Delights - Rhine Wine Tasting Evening - Cologne Highlights.
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Itinerary
- Day 1 UK - Rotterdam
Leave from your selected departure point for the overnight ferry crossing from Hull to Rotterdam, or Zeebrugge. - Day 2 Rotterdam - Andernach
Having travelled to Andernach where we board the mps Lady Anne. The remainder of the evening is free for strolling through the streets and along the riverside promenades of this attractive walled town. - Day 3 Andernach - Oberwesel - Koblenz
Having cast off early in the morning we cruise up river through the dramatic narrow Rhine Gorge, as far as the famous Lorelei Rock, to the picturesque town of Oberwesel. Here our optional Rüdesheim Delights excursion takes place as the mps Lady Anne cruises back down river to Koblenz. Later you can join our Rhine Wine Tasting Evening excursion to a family owned wine cellar, in a narrow valley close to Koblenz to sample the high quality wines. - Day 4 Koblenz - Cologne
Leaving Koblenz we cruise down the Rhine to our final destination, and the highlight of our holiday, the fragrant city of Cologne. To help get your bearings you can join our included walking tour pointing out the city highlights before delving into Cologne’s fabulous Christmas Markets. Spreading out from the base of Cologne's mighty cathedral and into the pedestrianised area is one of the city's most impressive markets. - Day 5 Cologne - Rotterdam
Having bidden farewell to our Captain and his crew we commence our return coach and overnight ferry crossing back to the UK. - Day 6 Hull - Local Area
Continue your journey to your original departure point.
Highlights
- Executive coach travel from your selected departure point
- Return overnight ferry crossing from Hull to Rotterdam, or Zeebrugge, in a cabin with private facilities
- Luggage handling on and off the mps Lady Anne
- Welcome drink, Captain’s get together and Party Night
- En-suite cabin accommodation as selected
- Full board during the cruise – hot and cold buffet breakfast, 3 course buffet lunch and set 4 course evening meal
- Included Christmas Lunch
- Early risers and mid morning tea/coffee
- Cologne walking tour
- Visit to the German Christmas Markets
- Visits to Andernach, Oberwesel, Koblenz & Cologne
- Daytime commentary highlighting places of interest
- Entertainment on every night of your cruise
- Services of our experienced and friendly Cruise Director and Cruise Manager
- Port taxes, road taxes and tolls