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Rhine Delights River Cruise

Fully Escorted!

Discover the beauty of the Rhine on this wonderful river cruise through Germany, France and the picturesque Rhine Valley. Explore historic cities, charming half-timbered towns, renowned wine regions and stunning riverside scenery whilst enjoying the comfort and convenience of life aboard your floating hotel.

A-ROSA CLEA

A-ROSA CLEA is one of the newest additions to the A-ROSA fleet, offering a modern and intimate river cruising experience. Designed with comfort and relaxation in mind, the ship features stylish public areas, comfortable cabins, a welcoming restaurant and lounge, and a spacious sun deck from which to admire the ever-changing scenery.

With her smaller size, A-ROSA CLEA is perfectly suited to exploring the picturesque waterways of the Netherlands and Rhine region, allowing guests to dock close to the heart of many towns and cities. Combined with A-ROSA's Premium All-Inclusive concept, she offers a wonderfully relaxed way to discover Europe's rivers.

Price Includes

Return Channel crossings
4 nights aboard A-ROSA CLEA
Premium All-Inclusive throughout
Selected drinks throughout the day
Onboard entertainment
Fully escorted throughout

(Please Note: Lunch is not included on Days 1 & 8)

Passport required.

A deposit of £500 per person is required for A-ROSA River Cruises. Kirbys (Kirbys Coaches Ltd) offers this holiday package, combining coach travel and an A-ROSA River Cruise. Your contract is with Kirbys Coaches Ltd and is subject to our booking conditions. The river cruise element is operated by A-ROSA River Cruises, and their terms and conditions also apply where relevant. Itineraries, vessels, and travel arrangements are subject to change by the cruise operator. Financial protection is provided by BCH ABTOT, membership number 7066, in accordance with the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018.

Day 1

Depart home area and cross the Channel before continuing to Cologne, where we board our A-ROSA ship. Settle into your cabin and enjoy your first evening on board as our cruise begins.

Day 2

Arrive in the wine-producing town of Rüdesheim, famous for its vineyards, traditional taverns and charming Drosselgasse.

Day 3

Explore the historic city of Speyer, home to one of Germany's most impressive cathedrals and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day 4

Spend the day in Strasbourg, where half-timbered houses, canals and the magnificent cathedral create one of Europe's most picturesque city centres.

Day 5

Visit Mannheim, situated in the heart of the Rhine-Neckar region, with its elegant squares, palace and riverside setting.

Day 6

This morning discover Mainz, one of Germany's oldest cities, before continuing to historic Koblenz, beautifully positioned at the meeting point of the Rhine and Moselle rivers.

Day 7

Enjoy time at leisure in Koblenz, exploring its attractive old town, riverside promenades and historic landmarks.

Day 8

Arrive back in Cologne before beginning our journey home.

B=Breakfast Included, D=Dinner Included, AI=All Inclusive

Discover One of Europe's Most Beautiful Rivers

The Rhine has captivated travellers for centuries with its fairytale castles, vineyard-covered hillsides, historic cities and picturesque riverside towns. This wonderful cruise offers the perfect opportunity to experience the very best of this iconic waterway whilst enjoying all the comforts of an A-ROSA river ship.

River cruising is one of the most relaxing and rewarding ways to travel. Unlike traditional touring holidays, there is no need to unpack and repack as you move between destinations. Your cabin remains your home throughout the holiday whilst the scenery gently unfolds outside your window.

One of the great advantages of river cruising is the ability to dock in the heart of cities and towns. Step ashore directly into historic centres, explore at your own pace, then return to your floating hotel for dinner and an evening of relaxation.

This itinerary showcases some of the Rhine's finest destinations. Discover the wine-growing town of Rüdesheim, famous for its vineyards, traditional wine taverns and charming half-timbered buildings. Visit Speyer, one of Germany's oldest cities, where the magnificent cathedral stands as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A highlight of the cruise is Strasbourg, one of Europe's most beautiful cities. Its historic centre combines French elegance with German heritage, featuring picturesque canals, medieval streets and the impressive Strasbourg Cathedral.

Further along the Rhine, explore Mannheim, known for its grand palace and unique grid-pattern street layout. Visit Mainz, birthplace of Johannes Gutenberg and home to beautiful riverside promenades and impressive architecture. In Koblenz, discover the famous Deutsches Eck where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet beneath the imposing Ehrenbreitstein Fortress.

Whilst the destinations are fascinating, the journey itself is equally memorable. Relax on deck as castles, vineyards and charming villages drift past. Enjoy leisurely meals, socialise with fellow travellers and appreciate the ever-changing scenery from one of Europe's most famous rivers.

A-ROSA's Premium All-Inclusive concept makes travelling effortless. Delicious meals, selected drinks, comfortable accommodation and excellent onboard facilities are all included, allowing you to simply relax and enjoy the experience.

Whether this is your first river cruise or one of many, the Rhine offers a perfect blend of culture, history, scenery and relaxation. It is easy to understand why so many travellers return to this remarkable river year after year.

Please find below our pick up points (not all pick up points will be available on all departure dates). View the pick-up point you require, then you’ll see a list of dates which are/aren’t available from your pick up point.

Name	Address	Times
Barking	Station Parade, IG11 8TU	Failed View
Barkingside	Fullwell Cross, Bus Stop A - IG6 2EA	Failed View
Basildon	Cherrydown East Bus Stop, SS16 5GT, Basildon	Failed View
Brentwood	Brentwood, Outside The Dairyman	Failed View
Chalkwell Park	Chalkwell Park Bus Stop, London Road	Failed View
Chelmsford Victoria Road	Victoria Road CM1 1JR	Failed View
Collier Row	White Hart Lane - Bus Stop out Tythe Court RM7 8LZ	Failed View
Corringham Town Centre	Gordon Road, Bus Stop near Grover Walk SS17 7EY	Failed View
Cranham	Front Lane/Moor Lane Junction Bus Stop RM14 1XJ Outside Restaurant Opp. Car Park	Failed View
Dagenham	Church Elm Lane, Bus Stop L - RM10 9QS	Failed View
Hadleigh Church	Hadleigh Church, Bus Layby	Failed View
Harold Wood	Bus Stop A, Gubbins Lane, RM3 0DR	Failed View
Hockley Spa	Hockley Spa, Bus Stop outside the Library	Failed View
Hornchurch	Station Lane Bus Stop - Out Sutton Arms RM12 6NJ and Opposite Ask Restaurant	Failed View
Hutton	Hutton, Bus Stop just past the Chequers Pub	Failed View
Ilford	Ilford, Bus Stop outside 6 Clements Road, IG1 1BA	Failed View
Palace Theatre	Palace Theatre Bus Stop	Failed View
Pitsea	Outside what was Gala Bingo Hall, Pitsea	Failed View
Princess Rd, Rayleigh	Princess Road, Rayleigh (was Depot)	Failed View
Queensway	Queensway Bus Stop (Behind the Odeon Cinema)	Failed View
Rayleigh Stn	Rayleigh Railway Station	Failed View
Rochford Market Square	West Street, Rochford Market Square	Failed View
Romford	St Edwards Way - Bus Stop H - RM1 3DQ Out: Romford Shopping Hall	Failed View
Sadlers Farm	Bus Stop on A13, just before Sadlers Farm roundabout, nr Romsey Road	Failed View
Shenfield Stn	Shenfield Station, outside what was Barclays Bank	Failed View
Southchurch Library	Southchurch Lib, Old Walnut Tree, Southchurch Blvd	Failed View
Sun Corner	Sun Corner London Road - Billericay	Failed View
Thames Drive	Thames Drive Bus Stop	Failed View
The Elms	Bus Stop outside Elms Public House, Leigh on Sea	Failed View
The Oak Grays	The Oak Public House, Lodge Lane, Grays	Failed View
Thorpe Bay Stn	Thorpe Bay Station, Acacia Drive (opp Station)	Failed View
Thurrock Services,	Thurrock Services Coach Park, RM16 3BG	Failed View
Upminster	Bus Stop M, St Mary's Lane- Upminster Outside St.Laurence Church RM14 2QJ	Failed View
Vic House Cnr, Kiln Rd	Vic House Corner, Bus Stop in Kiln Road	Failed View
Websters Way	Websters Way, Rayleigh (High Street on return)	Failed View
Wickford	Halls Corner, opposite Police Station, Wickford	Failed View
Woodford Green	Snakes Lane East, Bus Stop R - IG8 7HU	Failed View