Moselle Bike & Barge
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- COVID-19protected
- Bicycle tour
- Young Adults
- Customizable
- duration 8 days
- tour type Group Request as private
- age requirement 18-99 yrs
- max group size 96
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-20358
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- Operated in English
- Starts Koblenz, Germany
- Ends Saarburg, Germany
HIGHLIGHTS
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- Cycling through the stunning Moselle Valley
- Wine tasting in Kues and learning of the ancient wine growing traditions of the region
- Experiencing the areas rich history through its impressive castles and towns
- Relaxing on board the comfortable barge
The "Moselle Bike & Barge" trip starts in Koblenz and ends in Saarburg. It is a bicycle tour that takes 8 days taking you through Bernkastel-Kues, Zell and Cochem in Germany. "Moselle Bike & Barge" is a guided group trip that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.
A relaxing cycle along the Saar and Moselle Rivers. Originating in the Vosges Mountains in the French region of Alsace, the fabled Moselle River flows north along the Luxembourg border and into Germany for 545km in total before it meets the Rhine River at the cultural city of Koblenz. The picturesque valley formed by the river is home to a rich tradition of wine making, Germany's oldest town and a strong Roman and medieval heritage. The section between Koblenz and Cochem is known as 'castle country' due to its abundance of castles including the fairytale Eltz Castle considered to be one of the finest in Germany. Based on a comfortable barge, this cycle journey along the Moselle and its tributary, the Saar, offers an ideal balance of activity, history, culture and relaxation.
A relaxing cycle along the Saar and Moselle Rivers. Originating in the Vosges Mountains in the French region of Alsace, the fabled Moselle River flows north along the Luxembourg border and into Germany for 545km in total before it meets the Rhine River at the cultural city of Koblenz. The picturesque valley formed by the river is home to a rich tradition of wine making, Germany's oldest town and a strong Roman and medieval heritage. The section between Koblenz and Cochem is known as 'castle country' due to its abundance of castles including the fairytale Eltz Castle considered to be one of the finest in Germany. Based on a comfortable barge, this cycle journey along the Moselle and its tributary, the Saar, offers an ideal balance of activity, history, culture and relaxation.
ITINERARY
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Day 1 : Embarkation in Koblenz*
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Day 2 : By boat to Alken then cycle via Moselkern to Cochem (29km/18mi)
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Day 3 : Cycle to Beilstein, then continue to the wine growing town of Zell (39km/24mi)
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Day 4 : Cycle to Traben-Trarbach and Bernkastel-Kues (43km/26mi)
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Day 5 : Cycle to Germany's oldest wine village, Neumagen-Dhron, on to Mehring (47km/29mi)
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Day 6 : Cycle to Trier via Pfalzel (26-29km/16-18mi)
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Day 7 : Cycle via Wasserbillig (Luxembourg) to Saarburg (38km/23mi)
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Day 8 : Trip concludes Saarburg
WHAT'S INCLUDED
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
Accommodation
- 7 nights accommodation in main deck cabin on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities onboard MS Olympia - Premium barge category (supplement applies for other categories of berths on main or upper deck). Season supplements apply. We do not match travellers together so if you are travelling solo you will need to book a single cabin (limited and on a request basis).
Meals
- 7 breakfasts, 6 picnic lunches, 7 dinners, tea and coffee in the afternoon - breakfasts are buffet style consisting of breads, cereals, cheese, meats, fruit, yoghurt and breakfast beverages. Picnic lunches are assembled at breakfast time. Dinners are 3 courses served in the dining room. Special diets may be catered for on request (e.g. lactose-free and gluten-free diet) however there will be an extra fee (payable locally). Please advise us at the time of booking or at least 21 days prior to departure. If necessary, some special dietary supplements may need to be brought with you.
Transport
- Bicycle, 7 speed with hand and back pedal brakes or freewheel hubs with hand brakes only (the latter must be reserved in advance - limited number). The bike is supplied with a waterproof pannier and bicycle insurance (8 speed electric bike available on request for a supplement)
Others
- Information pack including route notes & maps per cabin. Plus navigational app access (smartphone required)
- Cruise director on board - does not cycle with the group, provides daily briefings
- Welcome drink and information meeting on first evening aboard
- All harbour, lock and bridge dues
- Daily cabin cleaning
- Linen and change of towels as required
- Emergency hotline
- Travel to and from Koblenz / Saarburg
- Drinks other than afternoon tea and coffee on board
- Meals not detailed in the itinerary
- Helmet - mandatory on all bike tours, you are encouraged to bring your own well-fitted helmet. 2024: No hire facility is available, you may be able to purchase from bike shops locally. 2025: available to purchase on board - eur40 per helmet (limited availability)
- Travel insurance - mandatory *cruise cover may be required - check with your insurer
- Tour guide - this is a self guided tour
- A supplement will apply if you are travelling solo or book a single room.
- Entrance fees and sightseeing fees
- Tips - while tipping is not obligatory, it is customary to offer a tip if the guide and crew have done a good job. As a guide we would recommend around EUR30-60 per person (to be distributed between the guide/s, captain and crew).
- Catering for special diets (except Vegetarian). A supplement is payable for lactose or gluten free diets - EUR25pp (subject to change) paid locally on board. See below for further details regarding catering for dietary requirements.
- Items of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry etc.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 12 reviews
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5 - Excellent
Such an amazing experience, everything was fabulous, the beds comfy, food was delicious, the staff and the guide were lovely and helpful. The scenery along the river was spectacular!!!
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4 - Very Good
Great food. Easy to follow routes. Useful briefings.
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5 - Excellent
Under the circumstances of flooding on the Mosiel we think they did a very good job arranging alternatives on the Rhein River.
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5 - Excellent
Well organised. Excellent food. Good navigational aids.
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By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:
- Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
- Protected Travel within your own bubble.
- Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
- Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
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CANCELLATION
No additional cancellation fees apply for this Moselle Bike & Barge tour. You can cancel the tour up to 72 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 71 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 17 October 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 17 October 2024, a deposit of 190 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 71 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceMoselle Bike & Barge tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Moselle Bike & Barge tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
COVID-19 Safety MeasuresThis trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
- All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure.
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