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New Year Cruise on the Romantic Rhine – MS Serenade 1
Make this New Year one to remember with a spectacular cruise aboard the MS Serenade 1! We’ll meander along the romantic waters of the Rhine and walk the cobbled streets of quaint riverside towns, before reaching the beautiful city of Koblenz where the festive atmosphere really sets in with our fantastic party – expect delicious festive foods and exciting entertainment! Whether you’re travelling alone, with a partner, or as part of a group, by the time the clock strikes midnight you’ll be celebrating with friends against the unique backdrop of the Rhine valley.
Tour Includes
- 5 nights cruising on a full-board basis
- 1 night hotel with continental breakfast
- Services onboard the ship of a Cruise Director & Manager
- Welcome drink & Captain's Gala Dinner
- Complimentary tea, coffee and Wi-Fi
- Local joining points
7 days from £1,399pp
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Itinerary
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Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to Belgium for an overnight stay.
We travel to Cologne. Enjoy time to explore the capital of the Rhineland and wander the Old Town. See the awe-inspiring Dom and relax in one of the many beer halls, enjoying the local Kölsch beer.
Later, we join our cruise ship.
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This morning we sail to Andernach, an attractive walled town with a pretty riverside promenade. During the afternoon, you can join our optional excursion to the picturesque town of Winningen for some wine tasting. Here, you can sample delicious local wines and find out all about the cultivation and origin of the grapes and how they are made into wine.
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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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| Winningen and Wine Tasting | 2025 TBC | 2026 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).
Relax aboard our ship this morning and enjoy the passing scenery as we cruise towards Boppard, where you have the afternoon at leisure to explore. Once a Roman fort, Boppard is made up of lively squares and quiet lanes where traces of its early Roman heritage are evident. Enjoy a relaxing stroll or indulge in a glass or two of some of the best wines the Middle Rhine has to offer.
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After breakfast, we set sail for Koblenz where you are free to explore the quaint lanes and atmospheric squares, filled with beautiful old buildings.
Be sure to pack your glad rags for tonight’s highlight, our wonderful New Year’s Eve gala dinner and party. Enjoy atmospheric Koblenz as fireworks light up the sky and we celebrate the arrival of the New Year.
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Happy New Year! This morning we continue our course down the Rhine, arriving into Cologne during the early afternoon. This beautiful city is the largest on the Rhine and is dominated by its cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece which hovers above the rooftops. You are free to explore this vibrant city at leisure before we enjoy our final dinner and a relaxing evening aboard our ship.
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We bid farewell to our captain and crew this morning before returning home.
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Accommodation
You will stay for five nights on a full-board basis aboard the MS Serenade 1.
Overnight stay in Belgium will be in a city-style hotel.
MS Serenade 1
Offering the perfect synergy of luxury and intimacy, the MS Serenade 1 is guaranteed to surpass all your river cruising expectations. Boasting modern furnishings, stylish décor and beautiful artwork, this impressive vessel features four cabin types, each with outside views, climate control, and an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower and bathtub. The contemporary restaurant provides delicious cuisine in a sociable setting, whilst the spacious sun deck is the perfect spot to soak up the passing scenery. With a warm, friendly and attentive crew who are always on hand, a fantastic experience is promised aboard the MS Serenade 1.
Hotel Facilities
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General
- 4 Star
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
Room
- TV
- Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
- Hairdryer
- Safe Box
- Fridge
- Shower and Bath
- Free Wifi
Food & Drink
- Vegetarian Meals
Service
- Laundry Service
- Gym
Hotel
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
- WiFi Available
Silver Service Coach
More than simply your method of transport, Silver Service offers a coach with added comfort and facilities, such as deluxe reclining seats with leather headrests, an onboard entertainment system, and a spacious rear lounge so you can socialise with your fellow passengers.
Silver Service Features
- Specially designed reclining seats, with leather headrests, footrests and extra legroom.
- A spacious rear lounge where you can relax, socialise and get to know your fellow passengers.
- Our onboard entertainment and satellite navigation system makes your journey fly by.
- Free personal headphones mean you can tune into the music channel, listen to the radio or watch DVDs being played by your crew.
- Personal tables so you can enjoy your refreshments in comfort as you take in the passing scenery.
Departure Dates
Good tidings we bring!
Fully escorted breaks
throughout the festive season
