Highlights
• Begin and end in Cologne, one of Germany’s major Rhine cities, known for its Gothic cathedral, old town and riverside setting
• Visit Koblenz, where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet, before continuing to Boppard for an evening stop and live folk music on board
• Cruise through the Rhine Gorge, a scenic stretch of river known for steep valley sides, riverside towns, vineyards and castles
• Explore Mainz with a local guide, including the city’s historic centre and Roman Catholic cathedral
• Visit Heidelberg, one of Germany’s most well known university cities, known for its riverside setting, old bridge and castle above the town
• Cross into France for Strasbourg and Colmar, combining Alsatian streets, cathedral squares, canals and wine region scenery
• Spend time in Rüdesheim, with a choice to visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet or take the cable car to the Niederwald Monument

MS George Eliot
MS George Eliot is a Riviera Travel river cruise ship made for relaxed days on the Rhine, with plenty of places to sit, eat and watch the scenery as the ship moves between towns. The top deck has outdoor seating, sun loungers, shaded areas, a putting green and a small pool, while inside you have a lounge and bar, restaurant, small gift shop and a front desk. Meals are included during the cruise, along with on board tea and coffee, Wi Fi and a drinks package. Your guaranteed Lower Deck cabin gives you a comfortable place to stay for the week, while the main focus of the trip stays on the river, the guided visits and the route through Germany and France.

Terms and Conditions

Return flights from Dublin to Düsseldorf with Aer Lingus and Eurowings. Transfers between the airport or station and the river ship. Coach travel as mentioned. Seven night Rhine, Strasbourg and Heidelberg river cruise on MS George Eliot in a guaranteed Lower Deck cabin. Full board during your cruise from dinner on your day of arrival until breakfast on your final day. Free drinks package, complimentary on board tea and coffee, and complimentary on board Wi Fi, with connection speeds varying. All visits and guided tours as mentioned, with English speaking expert guides. The services of a Riviera Travel Cruise Director and Concierge are included. Cruise itinerary includes Cologne, Koblenz, Boppard, Rhine Gorge, Mainz, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, Colmar, Rüdesheim and Cologne. Included activities: guided tour of Koblenz; visit to Boppard; live folk music performance on board; scenic morning cruise through the Rhine Gorge; guided tour of Mainz; guided visit to Heidelberg with free time; guided tour of Strasbourg or full day visit with guided tours of Colmar and Strasbourg; live music performance on board; Rüdesheim visit with Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet or cable car to Niederwald Monument; guided tour of Cologne Old Town or guided tour of Cologne Cathedral. Gratuities are not included. Based on 2 passengers sharing. Flights depart Dublin 2026-07-26. Price is correct at the time of posting (04 June 2026). Offers are subject to change. Cruise itinerary may be subject to change.

7 nights from €1,999 per person