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Rhine River and Castles Walk

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8 daysDuration
Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining
15 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
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Highlights

Walking through the stunning Rhine Valley

Exploring ancient wine-growing villages

Experiencing the areas rich history through its impressive castles and towns

Discovering the charming town of Koblenz where the Rhine meets the Moselle River

Itinerary

Imagine strolling through a landscape dotted with castles, lush vineyards, and picturesque wine villages—this is the charm of the Rhine River and Castles Walk. Designed for experienced travelers and seniors seeking a moderate walking adventure, this eight-day self-guided tour unfolds along Germany’s magnificent Rheinsteig trail.

Your journey winds from Rüdesheim to Koblenz, traversing the storied Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its dramatic 200-meter cliffs and legendary Loreley Rock. As you follow the trail, you’ll pass half-timbered villages, ascend to historic castles, and meander through scenic vineyards producing Germany’s celebrated riesling.

Evenings are spent in carefully selected hotels that blend comfort with local charm, providing a restful retreat after days filled with cultural and natural wonders. The unique selling point of this tour package is its focus on Germany’s rich history and breathtaking river landscapes, all explored at your own pace.

For those who relish a blend of cultural heritage, scenic walking, and authentic regional experiences, the Rhine River and Castles Walk is a captivating way to discover the best of the Rhine Valley.

day 1Arrive in the winemaking town of Rüdesheim

Make your own way to Rüdesheim and your centrally located hotel. A wine growing area since Roman times, you'll find quaint wine taverns and historic half-timbered houses abound. Each summer a wine festival is held here (in mid August). It is also a music town, hosting Johannes Brahms on numerous occasions. There are several sites to visit, however you should not miss Drosselgasse, a laneway in the centre of the old town brimming with beautifully decorated restaurants. The cobblestone street is most alive during the summer when live bands play through the day and night in open-air garden taverns and wine bars. There are also interesting museums, abbeys, castles and wine taverns to visit.

day 2Walk through the Middle Rhine valley to Lorch (5.5hrs)

day 3Continue on foot to the small wine growing towns of Kaub or Dörscheid (4.5hrs)

day 4Walk via Loreley Rock to the fortress town of St Goarshausen (6hrs)

day 5Continue through vineyards and past fortresses to Kamp Bornhofen (6hrs)

day 6Walk to Braubach with its half timbered houses (5.5hrs)

day 7Walk to Koblenz where the Rhine meets the Moselle (5.5hrs)

day 8Trip concludes

What's Included

Meals
7 breakfasts - generally buffet style and usually consisting of cereals, breads, spreads, meats, cheeses, fruit, tea, coffee and juice
Others
Digital information pack including smartphone app with maps and useful informationLuggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excessWine tasting in LorchEmergency hotline

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