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Christmas in Austria, New Year in the Rhine Valley
Experience the very best of Austria and the Rhine Valley on this wonderful tour combining incredible natural beauty with serene waterways. Enjoy an included Rhine River cruise, as well as visits to Boppard, Valkenburg, Konstanz and more! It is sure to be a festive season to remember, with a journey on board the Arosa Bahn on Christmas Day and a cruise with fireworks and a gala dinner to ring in the New Year. What could be better?
Tour Includes
- 13 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- 9 evening meals
- New Year's Eve river cruise with an evening meal included
- Local joining points
14 days from £2,999pp
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The highlight of today will be our cruise along the Rhine River celebrating the New Year. We start and finish in Rüdesheim and will enjoy live music, aperitifs and a sumptuous gala dinner as we cruise towards Mainz. At Mainz, we will enjoy the New Year firework display before cruising back to Rüdesheim.
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We will enjoy a leisurely day today in Rüdesheim, the ever popular ‘wine town’ on the banks of the Rhine River. Known for its vineyards and chocolate-box architecture, be sure to wander the Drosselgasse, a narrow alley full with shops and restaurants.
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We depart the Rhine Valley this morning and continue to the popular town of Valkenburg in the Netherlands. On arrival you will have some free time to enjoy everything it has to offer. It is sometimes called ‘Marlstone Town’ because of the lime found in the soil and the soft yellow marlstone which has, since Roman times, been quarried as a building material. As a result, there is now a network of over 150 miles of underground corridors beneath the town. A visit to these caves is highly recommended.
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You can enjoy more time in Valkenburg today or join our optional visit to Maastricht. Explore the charming old city centre or maybe take some time out to discover the network of underground passageways and vaults beneath the city, where a large part of the Netherlands’ art treasures was safeguarded during World War 2.
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Optional Excursions
Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.
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The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in Euros (cash payments only).
We depart Valkenburg this morning and return home to the UK.
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Our optional excursion today takes us to the nearby town of Wiesbaden, one of Europe’s oldest spa towns, where you will have some free time to explore. This afternoon, we venture back to Rudesheim and enjoy a tour of the Asbach Brandy Distillery, where you have time to learn about the process of making this famous brandy.
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Optional Excursions
Our optional excursions are a great addition to enhance your holiday experience and are highly recommended.
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| Wiesbaden | 2024 TBC | 2025 TBC |
| Asbach Distillery | 2024 TBC | 2025 TBC |
The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in Euros (cash payments only).
Enjoy a scenic drive along the Rhine Valley today with visits to Boppard and St Goar. Boppard is a charming riverside town known for its excellent wines and attractive shops. Once a Roman Fort the town is a true gem of the Rhine Valley. We continue to St Goar, famous for the Rheinfels Castle perched above the town. Wander the narrow alleys full of half-timbered buildings and no visit would be complete without viewing the largest free-standing cuckoo clock in the world!
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We depart Austria today and drive into Germany and to the resort town of Rüdesheim for the next five nights.
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Today our included excursion takes us to the beautiful village of Schoppernau, full of typical Bregenzerwald houses. It is 860m above sea level and surrounded by impressive mountain peaks, and we have some free time to explore the village.
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Nestled in the mountainous Vorarlberg region of Austria, we visit the town of Feldkirch this morning. Stroll through the streets of the medieval Old Town, along narrow cobble-stoned alleys, and admire the historic buildings and towers, the most famous being the Katzcenturm, or Cats Tower.
This afternoon we continue into Lichtenstein and the capital city of Vaduz where you can enjoy its historic sites and stunning views. Despite its small size, its castle, museums and scenic beauty offers a truly delightful experience!
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Merry Christmas! Today we take a trip aboard the fantastic Arosa Bahn. We depart our hotel and travel to Chur, the oldest city in Switzerland, and board the fabulous Arosa train. Enjoy the scenery as we trundle by the town wall, the Maltese tower and the Obertor gate, before the train then leaves the town behind and begins to climb up into the mountains, crossing the elegant Langwieser Viaduct. We arrive in the charming resort of Arosa where you can take in the fabulous views and fresh mountain air.
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Today we head north to the town of Konstanz on the shores of Lake Constance. See the Romanesque Cathedral with its Gothic spire and the town hall with its decorative frescoes. On a clear day, you can see the Alps from Konstanz harbour!
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Continue from Belgium to Austria and the town of Bregenz, our base for the next five nights.
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Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service then to Belgium for an overnight stay.
Accommodation
You will stay for five nights in the 4-star Hotel Schwarzler in Bregenz, five nights in the 3-star superior Altdeutsche Weinstube in Rüdesheim, and two nights at the Hotel Walram in Valkenburg.
Overnight stays will be in city-style hotels.
Walram
The Hotel Walram is a comfortable, family-run hotel with splendid views over the famous castle ruins of Valkenburg. It is situated on a quiet square, close to the picturesque little waterfall of the River Geul. The town centre boats a host of shops, cafés, and restaurants, and is just a short 2-minute walk away.
Hotel Facilities
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General
- 3 Star
- English Speaking Staff
- Guest Lounge
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Indoor Swimming Pool
- Lift
- Central Location
Room
- TV
- Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
- Hairdryer
- Non-Smoking Rooms Available
- Shower or Bath
- Telephone
Service
- Safe Box in Reception
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Free WiFi (Public Areas)
- Iron at Reception
Accessibility
- Fridge Available for Medical Requirements
- Wheelchair Access
Transport
- Bus Stop Nearby
- Train / Tram Nearby
Food & Drink
- Vegetarian Meals On Request
- Gluten Free Menu
- Lactose or Dairy Free Menu
- Vegan Menu
Hotel
- Swimming Pool
- English Speaking Staff
- Guest Lounge
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
Hotel Schwarzler
Situated between the Gebhardsberg mountain, the River Ach and Lake Constance, the beautiful 4-star Hotel Schwarzler is located on the outskirts of Bregenz. There is a large reception area, welcoming bar, and stylish restaurant which serves classic and local dishes. The tastefully decorated bedrooms all have air-conditioning, a safe, hairdryer and balcony, and the hotel has a lift.
Hotel Facilities
Need further information? Fill in our enquiry form and we'll get back to you as soon as we can
General
- 4 Star
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Indoor Swimming Pool
- Lift
Room
- TV
- Hairdryer
- Safe Box
- Air Conditioning
- Telephone
- Free Wifi
Service
- 24 Hour Front Desk
Hotel
- Swimming Pool
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
- WiFi Available
Luxuria Coach
Stylish and modern, state-of-the-art Luxuria is the business class of coaches. Boasting comfort of the highest standard, sink into the deluxe armchair-style seats, stretch out with much more space around you, and enjoy a vast choice of entertainment on your personal touch-screen TV.
Luxuria Features
- Deluxe armchair-style seats with leather exterior, central arm rests* with cup holders, adjustable headrests and retractable calf rests on most seats to give you a more comfortable journey.
*Face to face seats are forward and rear facing with a table and will not have a calf rest. - Every seat has its own, fully interactive, touch-screen TV offering a wide choice of entertainment so you can control what you want to watch and when.
- There’s a selection of double and single seats, including six face-to-face seats with tables, and five single seats which are ideal for passengers travelling independently.
- Plug sockets and USB points at each seat mean you can keep your devices fully charged throughout your journey.
- Onboard toilet.
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