Picturesque river cruise on the Moselle from Koblenz to Luxemburg
Ultra deluxe hotel barge LA NOUVELLE ETOILE: 8 passengers / 4 suites of approx. 20 sqm each with en-suite shower/WC, TV-DVD player and WiFi / 5-7 crew members / Sun deck with hot tub, sun loungers and seating area / Radiant heaters on the outdoor terrace / Fitness room / Elevator between decks / Small library / Salon with sofa group and dining table / Open bar / 8 bicycles (including 4 e-bikes)
7 days / 6 nights
Highlights of the cruise: * Eltz Castle, the queen of German castles from the 12th century. * Cruise on the Moselle past picturesque landscapes and vineyards * Wine tasting at the best wineries on the Moselle Trier, the oldest city in Germany, and the Porta Nigra * Luxembourg with a visit to the capital Itinerary:* Sunday, Day 1 Welcome aboard LA NOUVELLE ETOILE - Koblenz Guests are met in either Frankfurt or Koblenz and transferred to the hotel barge moored in the heart of Koblenz for a champagne welcome. We will take a late afternoon cruise to Winningen, one of the oldest and largest wine growing villages in the area, where we moor for the night and you’ll experience your first gourmet meal on board.
Monday, Day 2 Koblenz to Cochem A morning cruise guides us through the lowest part of the Mosel River up to the charming town of Cochem. After lunch we drive to the castle of Burg Eltz, also called the “Queen of the German Castles” as it is one of the few that were not destroyed by the French King Louis XIV in 1689. A guided tour takes us through this fascinating 12th century castle. We return to the barge with time to stroll through this delightful little village. Dinner on board.
Tuesday, Day 3 Cochem to Zell After breakfast we will take a leisurely cruise past numerous vineyards in beautiful scenery to Zell. This is one of the most beautiful towns on the Mosel and is famous for its wines. Visit the cellars of Dr Josef Weiss, just outside of town for our first wine tasting. Dinner on board.
Wednesday, Day 4 Zell to Bernkastel We cruise up this very picturesque part of the Mosel to Bernkastel, another famous wine village. Here you’ll find the “crème de la crème” of Mosel wines. In the afternoon visit the private cellars of Pauli Bergweiler for a sampling of his superb wines. Finish our day with a stroll around the village of Bernkastel before dinner on board. Thursday, Day 5 Bernkastel to Trier This morning we travel to the oldest city in Germany, Trier. This impressive city will take you back to ancient Roman times. Visit the Porta Nigra, the very well-preserved amphi theatre with part of the old city wall, the glamorous Imperial Baths and the magnificent St. Peter's Cathedral or stroll through the old town and browse the shops. Dinner on board.
Friday, Day 6 Trier to Remich Enjoy breakfast as we cruise our last part on the Mosel into Luxembourg to the small village of Remich. In the afternoon, there will be time to visit the nearby capital of Luxembourg. Captains Farewell Dinner on board.
Saturday, Day 7 Remich After breakfast, disembark La Nouvelle Etoile and transfer to your drop-off location in Frankfurt.
*The itinerary is a suggested route and can be changed at any time with equivalent program items due to local conditions. Depending on the departure date, the tour runs in the opposite direction from Remich to Koblenz
In spring and summer, the LA NOUVELLE ETOILE cruises in Holland, from Belgium to Paris in 11 days and in Alsace-Lorraine. Please ask us for the detailed routes.
Dates 2026 Departures on sundays The Netherlands from March 29 until May 03 From the Netherlands to Belgium on May 10 From Belgium to Paris on May 17 Champagne region from June 07 until June 28 Alsace & Lorraine region from July 19 until Aug. 09 Along the Mosel River (Germany) from Aug. 23 until Oct. 18 Rates in 2026 From 8,250 EUR to 9,550 EUR per person Single cabin surcharge from 4,125
The rate includes: - local transfers to and from the hotel barge - 6-nights cruise - all gourmet meals on board, prepared by the ship's chef and meals as per itinerary - all drinks/wines throughout the cruise - an open bar with a large selection of drinks - daily interesting excursions with entrance fees according to the itinerary - attentive service from the crew of 5
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