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Koblenz: Boat tour in the Rhine Valley along the castles

Koblenz: Boat tour in the Rhine Valley along the castles

Welcome aboard the comfortable and exclusive ship La Paloma for a cruise in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley World Heritage Site. On no other stretch of the Rhine are the castles and palaces so beautifully strung together. On board the La Paloma, you can relax and enjoy the view. Start in Koblenz and first sail a short distance down the Rhine with a view of the Rhine in front of Koblenz, the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, and the famous "Deutsche Eck" (German Corner). At the mouth of the Moselle, the ship turns around and makes its way up the Rhine to Braubach to Marksburg Castle. The cruise takes you past the Electoral Palace of Koblenz (Kufürstliches Schloss Koblenz), the Koblenz Brewery, Lahneck Castle, Stolzenfels Castle and the Königsstuhl in Rhens. In Braubach (castle Marksburg) the ship turns around and sails back to Koblenz.

Koblenz: Old Town Sightseeing Cruise along the Rhine

Koblenz: Old Town Sightseeing Cruise along the Rhine

Discover one of Germany's oldest cities on a sightseeing cruise along the Rhine in Koblenz. Marvel at the Electoral Palace, Lahneck Castle, the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, and more, and listen to interesting commentary as you travel. Board the cruise in the heart of Koblenz and set out to discover this historic city from the water. See one of the city's most iconic locations, Deutsches Eck, where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet as you head towards the island of Niederwerth. Sail past the idyllic area of Vallendar, marvel at the imposing Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, enjoy views of the city's Old Town, and more, all while listening to interesting facts about these sights through the boat's speaker system. At the end of your cruise, you'll return to the starting point, the ideal spot from which to explore the city's sights on foot. 

Koblenz: City & Sightseeing Boat tour on the Rhine

Koblenz: City & Sightseeing Boat tour on the Rhine

Start in Koblenz and first sail a short distance down the Rhine, with views of the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress and the famous "Deutsche Eck" (German Corner). At the mouth of the Moselle, the ship turns around and makes its way up the Rhine to Stolzenfels Castle. Cruise takes past the Electoral Palace of Koblenz (Kufürstliches Schloss Koblenz), the Koblenz Brewery, Lahneck Castle, and Stolzenfels Castle. At Stolzenfels, the ship turns around and sails back to Koblenz. Relax aboard the ship and marvel at the views of castles and palaces so beautifully strung together.

Guided tour in Mainz on the Rhine in german and english

Guided tour in Mainz on the Rhine in german and english

We have a good time on a walking tour of Mainz and get to know the sights. WE will walk for approx. 1,5 hours and learn a Lot about Mainz. WE will visit the churches and holy places in Mainz. You will he able to learn about Mainz and to have a good time wih your quide. I am always looking forward to answer all your questions and to Show you the Highlights of Mainz. WE start at the Roman Theater and continue Walking to the Altstadt and to the Domplatz. Then WE visit St. Stefan with the Chagall Windows. Here WE end the Tour.

Mainz: guided evening tour of the Rhine embankment/old town in German and English

Mainz: guided evening tour of the Rhine embankment/old town in German and English

Discover Mainz in the evening and learn all about its history and anecdotes on a guided walking tour and round off the (working) day with a walking tour. From the Romans to modern times. From the banks of the Rhine to the old town. Enjoy the illuminated city at night and walk in the footsteps of Johannes Gutenberg and Napoleon Bonaparte. We meet on the banks of the Rhine in front of the terrace of the Hilton Hotel and walk along the banks of the Rhine for a while. At the Fischtor we walk to Liebfrauenplatz and then to the high cathedral of St. Martin in Mainz. From there we walk past the old St. Johannis Cathedral to the Kirschgarten. The walking tour ends here.

Frankfurt Hahn Airport: Bus transfer from/to Mainz

Frankfurt Hahn Airport: Bus transfer from/to Mainz

Enjoy the fastest and most comfortable bus service between Frankfurt Hahn Airport and Mainz. Flibco ensures a seamless journey when traveling from the airport to city and vice versa. Benefit a quick travel time of just 1.25 hours since our direct route eliminates any unnecessary stops along the way. Hahn Airport, located 115 kilometers southeast of Frankfurt city center, is a transportation hub offering a range of amenities for travelers. To ensure a hassle-free journey, the shuttle bus service provided by flibco.com is the best option to get to Hahn Airport. It is eco-friendly, fast, reliable and affordable, making it an excellent choice for travelers. Sit back and relax from the comfort of your seat with plenty of legroom. Stay connected to the world with free Wifi available on board. You can watch a film or TV series, or catch up on some work, or simply regain time for yourself to fine-tune your travel plans.

Heidelberg: Torchlight Tour with a Night Watchman

Heidelberg: Torchlight Tour with a Night Watchman

Discover Heidelberg by night as your Night Watchman leads you through the medieval alleyways of the old town. Light up your torch and experience Heidelberg as its inhabitants did hundreds of years ago. Start your tour from the Market Square by the Hercules Fountain. Pass by the city hall, the Korn Market, Palais Prinz Carl, and Palais Graimberg. Make your way to Karl Square to take in the views of the ruins of the old castle. Wander through many of the old streets and paths, such as Burgweg, Ingrimstreet, Mittelbadgasse, and Steingasse. Have a glimpse at the Haspelgasse, also known as "The Bermuda Triangle", where most of the town's bars can be found. Finally, end your tour at the Old Town Bridge.

Mainz: Golden Mainz and its sights

Mainz: Golden Mainz and its sights

Discover the multifaceted history of Mainz on an exciting walking tour through the old town. Accompanied by experienced tour guides, you will travel through 2,000 years of city history – from the Romans to the Middle Ages to the present day. The tour begins at the market square, the vibrant center of the city. From here, you will continue to the imposing St. Martin's Cathedral, one of the city's most impressive landmarks. The tour starts at the lively market square in the heart of Mainz. From there, the route leads to St. Martin's Cathedral, one of the city's most impressive landmarks, whose imposing silhouette has dominated the cityscape for over 1,000 years. After exploring the cathedral, the walking tour continues into the picturesque old town. Here you will find idyllic alleys, magnificent half-timbered houses, and hidden courtyards that make Mainz so charming.

Mainz: 2-Hour Advent Afternoon Boat Cruise on the Rhine

Mainz: 2-Hour Advent Afternoon Boat Cruise on the Rhine

Get away from the chaos of Christmas and embark on a relaxing two-hour cruise where you can immerse yourself in the enchantment of the winter season. Experience the twinkling Christmas lights on board of KD´s ship, enjoy festive music, and try a selection of delicious seasonal delicacies (to be purchased separately). Don't miss the chance to have St. Nicholas join you on board! The ship will sail for 2 hours around along the River Rhine, in the surrounding area of Mainz. Cruise from/to Mainz 14:30 Boarding 15:00 Departure 17:00 Return 17:00 End of event Reserved seats Christmas background music Meals and drinks à la carte

Frankfurt: Private or Shared Walking Tour

Frankfurt: Private or Shared Walking Tour

Discover the highlights of Frankfurt with a local guide on a 1.5-hour walking tour that lets you compare the historic monuments with some of the skyscrapers of the modern era. Meet your guide at the iconic Justitia-Brunnen statue and make your way to your first stop, the iron footbridge of the Eiserner Steg, built in 1868. As you stroll, learn how many of the grand buildings were destroyed during World War II, and hear about the major renovation of 2008-9. See the historic Römer and Paulskirche, where the 1st German national assembly took place. You will explore the latest project of the city of Frankfurt, the new old town (Neue Altstadt). Along the way, get useful information about every attraction.

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Informative tour. Tatiana our tour guide was very approachable and accomidating. She took us to most of the major attractions of Mainz in 2 hours.

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It was very pleasant with good timing. The staff on the ship were attentive and courteous, and there were games for children to play.

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The ship was excellent and the staff were super friendly. The tour was wonderful and very worthwhile. Always a great trip!

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Ludwig was amazing, friendly, knowledgeable and prepared! Gave great recommendations for other stops beyond our tour.

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It was a great experience will recommend this to friends and family. Really hot needs to have fans in boat.