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Rhine & Maas Mini Cruise

Fully Escorted!

Perfect for first-time river cruisers, this short break introduces the delights of river cruising whilst exploring historic Dutch cities, charming waterways and beautiful riverside scenery aboard A-ROSA CLEA.

A-ROSA BRAVA

A-ROSA BRAVA offers a stylish and comfortable way to explore the Rhine, combining modern facilities with a relaxed atmosphere. Guests can enjoy spacious public areas, panoramic lounges, a restaurant serving freshly prepared cuisine, a relaxing spa area and an inviting sun deck perfect for admiring the ever-changing scenery along the river. With attentive service, comfortable cabins and Premium All-Inclusive dining, A-ROSA BRAVA provides an excellent base from which to discover some of Europe's most beautiful riverside cities and landscapes.

Price Includes

Return Channel crossings
4 nights aboard A-ROSA CLEA
Premium All-Inclusive throughout
Selected drinks throughout the day
Onboard entertainment
Use of ship facilities (spa and wellness area and fitness facilities)
Fully escorted throughout

(Please Note: Lunch is not included on Days 1 & 5)

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 Duisburg where we board A-ROSA CLEA. Settle into your cabin and enjoy dinner as our cruise begins.

Day 2

Explore Rotterdam, famous for its striking modern architecture, impressive skyline and bustling waterfront.

Day 3

Visit the historic fortified town of Gorinchem, where charming streets, shops and preserved ramparts await.

Day 4

Discover Nijmegen, the oldest city in the Netherlands, with attractive squares, historic buildings and riverside views.

Day 5

Arrive back in Duisburg before beginning our journey home.

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

A Taste of River Cruising – The Perfect Introduction

If you've ever wondered whether river cruising is for you, this holiday is the perfect opportunity to find out.

River cruising has become one of Europe's most popular ways to travel, combining the convenience of a guided tour with the comfort of a floating hotel. Unlike traditional ocean cruises, river ships sail directly into the heart of historic towns and cities, allowing you to step ashore and begin exploring almost immediately.

One of the greatest advantages of river cruising is that there is no need to unpack and repack as you travel. Your cabin travels with you, whilst the scenery outside constantly changes. Enjoy breakfast whilst sailing through the Dutch countryside, spend the day exploring fascinating towns and cities, then return to your ship where dinner and comfortable accommodation await.

This short cruise aboard A-ROSA CLEA is an ideal introduction to river cruising. Combining coach travel from the UK with four nights on board, it allows guests to experience the relaxed atmosphere and exceptional convenience that river cruising offers without committing to a longer voyage.

During the cruise, discover Rotterdam, a city famous for its striking modern architecture and impressive waterfront. Explore Gorinchem, one of the Netherlands' best-preserved fortified towns, where centuries of history can still be seen in its walls, gates and charming streets. Visit Nijmegen, the oldest city in the Netherlands, combining Roman heritage with attractive shopping streets, cafés and riverside promenades.

Life on board is equally enjoyable. Relax in comfortable lounges, watch the scenery glide by from the sun deck, enjoy freshly prepared meals and make the most of A-ROSA's Premium All-Inclusive service. With no airports to navigate once your journey begins and no lengthy transfers between destinations, river cruising offers one of the most stress-free ways to travel.

For many guests, a shorter cruise such as this becomes the start of a lifelong love of river cruising. It is the perfect opportunity to discover why so many travellers return year after year to explore Europe's waterways.

Whether you're new to cruising or simply looking for a relaxing short break, this delightful Dutch waterways cruise offers beautiful scenery, fascinating destinations and the unique experience of travelling through Europe from the comfort of your floating hotel.

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