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Romantic Franconia & Bavaria & Legendary Rhine & Moselle Munich to Frankfurt Cruise

  • Departure DateSat 29th Aug 2026
  • Emerald Cruises Emerald Astra
  • 10 Night Cruise From Munich
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Itinerary

  • Munich
  • Nuremberg
  • Mainz
  • Rudesheim
  • Bernkastel
  • Trier
  • Cochem
  • Koblenz
  • Mainz
  • Frankfurt

What's Included

  • Wine, beer & soft drinks with lunch & dinner
  • Daily shore excursions
  • All gratuities on board and ashore
  • EmeraldPlus experience taking you to the heart of local culture
  • WiFi

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Day 1 - Munich

Arrive: Sat 29 August 2026

Munich, Bavaria’s capital, is home to centuries-old buildings and numerous museums. The city is known for its annual Oktoberfest celebration and its beer halls, including the famed Hofbräuhaus, founded in 1589.

Day 2 - Munich

Depart: Sun 30 August 2026

Munich, Bavaria’s capital, is home to centuries-old buildings and numerous museums. The city is known for its annual Oktoberfest celebration and its beer halls, including the famed Hofbräuhaus, founded in 1589.

Day 3 - Nuremberg

Arrive: Mon 31 August 2026 / Depart: Mon 31 August 2026

Nuremberg is the second-largest city of the German state of Bavaria after its capital Munich, and its 518,370 inhabitants make it the 14th-largest city in Germany.

Day 4 - Mainz

Arrive: Tue 01 September 2026 / Depart: Tue 01 September 2026

Mainz is a German city on the Rhine River. It’s known for its old town, with half-timbered houses and medieval market squares. In the center, the Marktbrunnen is a Renaissance fountain with red columns. Nearby, a distinctive octagonal tower tops the Romanesque Mainz Cathedral, built of deep red sandstone. The Gutenberg Museum honors the inventor of the printing press with exhibits, including 2 of his original bibles.

Day 5 - Rudesheim

Arrive: Wed 02 September 2026 / Depart: Wed 02 September 2026

Rüdesheim am Rhein is a town in the Rhine Valley, Germany. It’s known for winemaking, especially of Riesling wines. In the center, Drosselgasse is a lane lined with shops, taverns and restaurants. Nearby, Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet is a museum of automated musical instruments. Medieval Brömserburg Castle is home to the Rheingau Wine Museum, exhibiting wine paraphernalia from ancient times to the present.

Day 6 - Bernkastel

Arrive: Thu 03 September 2026 / Depart: Thu 03 September 2026

Bernkastel-Kues is a town on the Middle Moselle in the Bernkastel-Wittlich district in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. It is a well-known winegrowing centre

Day 7 - Trier

Arrive: Fri 04 September 2026 / Depart: Fri 04 September 2026

Trier is a southwestern German city in the Moselle wine region, near the Luxembourg border. Founded by the Romans, it contains several well-preserved Roman structures like the Porta Nigra gate, the ruins of Roman baths, an amphitheater just outside the center and a stone bridge over the Moselle River. The Archaeological Museum displays Roman artifacts. Among Trier’s many Catholic churches is Trier Cathedral.

Day 8 - Cochem

Arrive: Sat 05 September 2026 / Depart: Sat 05 September 2026

Cochem is the seat of and the biggest town in the Cochem-Zell district in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. With just over 5,000 inhabitants, Cochem falls just behind Kusel, in the Kusel district, as Germany's second smallest district seat. Since 7 June 2009, it has belonged to the Verbandsgemeinde of Cochem

Day 9 - Koblenz

Arrive: Sun 06 September 2026 / Depart: Sun 06 September 2026

Koblenz, spelled Coblenz before 1926, is a German city on the banks of the Rhine and of the Moselle, a multi-nation tributary. Koblenz was established as a Roman military post by Drusus around 8 B.C. Its name originates from the Latin c?nfluent?s, meaning " confluence"

Day 10 - Mainz

Arrive: Mon 07 September 2026 / Depart: Mon 07 September 2026

Mainz is a German city on the Rhine River. It’s known for its old town, with half-timbered houses and medieval market squares. In the center, the Marktbrunnen is a Renaissance fountain with red columns. Nearby, a distinctive octagonal tower tops the Romanesque Mainz Cathedral, built of deep red sandstone. The Gutenberg Museum honors the inventor of the printing press with exhibits, including 2 of his original bibles.

Day 11 - Frankfurt

Arrive: Tue 08 September 2026 / Depart: Tue 08 September 2026

Frankfurt, a central German city on the river Main, is a major financial hub that's home to the European Central Bank. It's the birthplace of famed writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, whose former home is now the Goethe House Museum. Like much of the city, it was damaged during World War II and later rebuilt. The reconstructed Altstadt (Old Town) is the site of Römerberg, a square that hosts an annual Christmas market

Emerald Astra From Emerald Cruises

Emerald Astra will mark the next evolution of Emerald Cruises’ award-winning river fleet. Designed to mirror the sleek elegance of the line’s luxury superyachts, the ship features a modern, grey-tinted glass exterior and will welcome 180 guests. The updated design focuses on both style and functionality, offering guests’ favorite amenities such as the pool/cinema combination, multiple dining options, and a sun deck dedicated to relaxation and panoramic views. All interiors have also been enhanced with a sleek, contemporary design, ensuring a sophisticated and spacious atmosphere for travelers on Europe’s rivers.

Ship Cabins

Emerald Single Stateroom

All passenger staterooms feature queen-size beds (convertible to twins) except the Single cabins, which are furnished with one bed (79 x 63 inches / 200 x 160 cm). Standard amenities include bedside tables, mirrored panels by the bed, private en-suite bathroom (WC, small sink, shower cubicle, mirrored cupboards, mirror over the basin, clothesline, luxury bath products such as shampoo, liquid soap, conditioner, and body lotion), walk-in closet (large wardrobe with hangers), personal safe, direct-dial phone, flat HDTV (satellite reception, news and movie channels, infotainment system, movies on demand, and “View From the Bridge” / real-time webcam views), and a mini-bar (stocked with beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks / all at an additional cost, except in Owner’s Suites). Additional in-room conveniences include individual climate control, 220V power outlets (European sockets in the cabin and bathroom, plus one Australian socket; American travelers should bring adapters), umbrella, shoe cleaner, and two sets of earplugs. All Suites feature floor-to-ceiling sliding doors. Despite being marketed as “Balcony Suites,” these are one-room cabins with an “indoor veranda” (instead of the French Balcony found on other ships). The windows can be lowered halfway with the push of a button. Behind the main curtain, an inner insect screen is provided. The Owner’s Suites include a separate bedroom and a lounge/living area with sofa, plus a bathroom with dual sinks. They also have an outdoor balcony furnished with two wooden chairs (padded seats) and a small round table. Extra perks exclusive to Owner’s Suites include a complimentary mini-bar (restocked daily), Nespresso coffee maker, iPad, in-room dining (continental breakfast, pre-dinner canapés, after-dinner sweets), and complimentary laundry service (4 items per day). Grand Suites come with additional perks such as a Nespresso coffee maker, en-suite dining (continental breakfast, canapés, and sweets), and complimentary laundry (2 items per day). All Standard staterooms feature large fixed Picture Windows. Laundry service is available at extra cost, with items collected from cabins by the housekeeping staff. Cabins are accessed via magnetic chip cards attached to lanyards, instead of traditional key cards. A daily program with scheduled activities is delivered to cabins each evening. The Cruise Director also hosts a nightly port talk providing an overview of the next day’s ports of call, excursions, and activities. Complimentary Wi-Fi internet is available shipwide.

Emerald Stateroom

All passenger staterooms feature queen-size beds (convertible to twins) except the Single cabins, which are furnished with one bed (79 x 63 inches / 200 x 160 cm). Standard amenities include bedside tables, mirrored panels by the bed, private en-suite bathroom (WC, small sink, shower cubicle, mirrored cupboards, mirror over the basin, clothesline, luxury bath products such as shampoo, liquid soap, conditioner, and body lotion), walk-in closet (large wardrobe with hangers), personal safe, direct-dial phone, flat HDTV (satellite reception, news and movie channels, infotainment system, movies on demand, and “View From the Bridge” / real-time webcam views), and a mini-bar (stocked with beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks / all at an additional cost, except in Owner’s Suites). Additional in-room conveniences include individual climate control, 220V power outlets (European sockets in the cabin and bathroom, plus one Australian socket; American travelers should bring adapters), umbrella, shoe cleaner, and two sets of earplugs. All Suites feature floor-to-ceiling sliding doors. Despite being marketed as “Balcony Suites,” these are one-room cabins with an “indoor veranda” (instead of the French Balcony found on other ships). The windows can be lowered halfway with the push of a button. Behind the main curtain, an inner insect screen is provided. The Owner’s Suites include a separate bedroom and a lounge/living area with sofa, plus a bathroom with dual sinks. They also have an outdoor balcony furnished with two wooden chairs (padded seats) and a small round table. Extra perks exclusive to Owner’s Suites include a complimentary mini-bar (restocked daily), Nespresso coffee maker, iPad, in-room dining (continental breakfast, pre-dinner canapés, after-dinner sweets), and complimentary laundry service (4 items per day). Grand Suites come with additional perks such as a Nespresso coffee maker, en-suite dining (continental breakfast, canapés, and sweets), and complimentary laundry (2 items per day). All Standard staterooms feature large fixed Picture Windows. Laundry service is available at extra cost, with items collected from cabins by the housekeeping staff. Cabins are accessed via magnetic chip cards attached to lanyards, instead of traditional key cards. A daily program with scheduled activities is delivered to cabins each evening. The Cruise Director also hosts a nightly port talk providing an overview of the next day’s ports of call, excursions, and activities. Complimentary Wi-Fi internet is available shipwide.

Grand Balcony Suite

All passenger staterooms feature queen-size beds (convertible to twins) except the Single cabins, which are furnished with one bed (79 x 63 inches / 200 x 160 cm). Standard amenities include bedside tables, mirrored panels by the bed, private en-suite bathroom (WC, small sink, shower cubicle, mirrored cupboards, mirror over the basin, clothesline, luxury bath products such as shampoo, liquid soap, conditioner, and body lotion), walk-in closet (large wardrobe with hangers), personal safe, direct-dial phone, flat HDTV (satellite reception, news and movie channels, infotainment system, movies on demand, and “View From the Bridge” / real-time webcam views), and a mini-bar (stocked with beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks / all at an additional cost, except in Owner’s Suites). Additional in-room conveniences include individual climate control, 220V power outlets (European sockets in the cabin and bathroom, plus one Australian socket; American travelers should bring adapters), umbrella, shoe cleaner, and two sets of earplugs. All Suites feature floor-to-ceiling sliding doors. Despite being marketed as “Balcony Suites,” these are one-room cabins with an “indoor veranda” (instead of the French Balcony found on other ships). The windows can be lowered halfway with the push of a button. Behind the main curtain, an inner insect screen is provided. The Owner’s Suites include a separate bedroom and a lounge/living area with sofa, plus a bathroom with dual sinks. They also have an outdoor balcony furnished with two wooden chairs (padded seats) and a small round table. Extra perks exclusive to Owner’s Suites include a complimentary mini-bar (restocked daily), Nespresso coffee maker, iPad, in-room dining (continental breakfast, pre-dinner canapés, after-dinner sweets), and complimentary laundry service (4 items per day). Grand Suites come with additional perks such as a Nespresso coffee maker, en-suite dining (continental breakfast, canapés, and sweets), and complimentary laundry (2 items per day). All Standard staterooms feature large fixed Picture Windows. Laundry service is available at extra cost, with items collected from cabins by the housekeeping staff. Cabins are accessed via magnetic chip cards attached to lanyards, instead of traditional key cards. A daily program with scheduled activities is delivered to cabins each evening. The Cruise Director also hosts a nightly port talk providing an overview of the next day’s ports of call, excursions, and activities. Complimentary Wi-Fi internet is available shipwide.

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

All passenger staterooms feature queen-size beds (convertible to twins) except the Single cabins, which are furnished with one bed (79 x 63 inches / 200 x 160 cm). Standard amenities include bedside tables, mirrored panels by the bed, private en-suite bathroom (WC, small sink, shower cubicle, mirrored cupboards, mirror over the basin, clothesline, luxury bath products such as shampoo, liquid soap, conditioner, and body lotion), walk-in closet (large wardrobe with hangers), personal safe, direct-dial phone, flat HDTV (satellite reception, news and movie channels, infotainment system, movies on demand, and “View From the Bridge” / real-time webcam views), and a mini-bar (stocked with beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks / all at an additional cost, except in Owner’s Suites). Additional in-room conveniences include individual climate control, 220V power outlets (European sockets in the cabin and bathroom, plus one Australian socket; American travelers should bring adapters), umbrella, shoe cleaner, and two sets of earplugs. All Suites feature floor-to-ceiling sliding doors. Despite being marketed as “Balcony Suites,” these are one-room cabins with an “indoor veranda” (instead of the French Balcony found on other ships). The windows can be lowered halfway with the push of a button. Behind the main curtain, an inner insect screen is provided. The Owner’s Suites include a separate bedroom and a lounge/living area with sofa, plus a bathroom with dual sinks. They also have an outdoor balcony furnished with two wooden chairs (padded seats) and a small round table. Extra perks exclusive to Owner’s Suites include a complimentary mini-bar (restocked daily), Nespresso coffee maker, iPad, in-room dining (continental breakfast, pre-dinner canapés, after-dinner sweets), and complimentary laundry service (4 items per day). Grand Suites come with additional perks such as a Nespresso coffee maker, en-suite dining (continental breakfast, canapés, and sweets), and complimentary laundry (2 items per day). All Standard staterooms feature large fixed Picture Windows. Laundry service is available at extra cost, with items collected from cabins by the housekeeping staff. Cabins are accessed via magnetic chip cards attached to lanyards, instead of traditional key cards. A daily program with scheduled activities is delivered to cabins each evening. The Cruise Director also hosts a nightly port talk providing an overview of the next day’s ports of call, excursions, and activities. Complimentary Wi-Fi internet is available shipwide.

Owner's One Bedroom Suite

All passenger staterooms feature queen-size beds (convertible to twins) except the Single cabins, which are furnished with one bed (79 x 63 inches / 200 x 160 cm). Standard amenities include bedside tables, mirrored panels by the bed, private en-suite bathroom (WC, small sink, shower cubicle, mirrored cupboards, mirror over the basin, clothesline, luxury bath products such as shampoo, liquid soap, conditioner, and body lotion), walk-in closet (large wardrobe with hangers), personal safe, direct-dial phone, flat HDTV (satellite reception, news and movie channels, infotainment system, movies on demand, and “View From the Bridge” / real-time webcam views), and a mini-bar (stocked with beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks / all at an additional cost, except in Owner’s Suites). Additional in-room conveniences include individual climate control, 220V power outlets (European sockets in the cabin and bathroom, plus one Australian socket; American travelers should bring adapters), umbrella, shoe cleaner, and two sets of earplugs. All Suites feature floor-to-ceiling sliding doors. Despite being marketed as “Balcony Suites,” these are one-room cabins with an “indoor veranda” (instead of the French Balcony found on other ships). The windows can be lowered halfway with the push of a button. Behind the main curtain, an inner insect screen is provided. The Owner’s Suites include a separate bedroom and a lounge/living area with sofa, plus a bathroom with dual sinks. They also have an outdoor balcony furnished with two wooden chairs (padded seats) and a small round table. Extra perks exclusive to Owner’s Suites include a complimentary mini-bar (restocked daily), Nespresso coffee maker, iPad, in-room dining (continental breakfast, pre-dinner canapés, after-dinner sweets), and complimentary laundry service (4 items per day). Grand Suites come with additional perks such as a Nespresso coffee maker, en-suite dining (continental breakfast, canapés, and sweets), and complimentary laundry (2 items per day). All Standard staterooms feature large fixed Picture Windows. Laundry service is available at extra cost, with items collected from cabins by the housekeeping staff. Cabins are accessed via magnetic chip cards attached to lanyards, instead of traditional key cards. A daily program with scheduled activities is delivered to cabins each evening. The Cruise Director also hosts a nightly port talk providing an overview of the next day’s ports of call, excursions, and activities. Complimentary Wi-Fi internet is available shipwide.
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