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Then it’s on to delightful Wertheim, its ancient castle standing over the colourful market square below. Uncover further delights as we arrive in Würzburg, the most elegant of Bavarian cities, crowned by the Baroque palace. Take the Romantic Road to Rothenburg ob der Tauber for spectacular views of the German river Tauber below as it winds through this fairy-tale land. The beauty of Bamberg never fails to enchant as our cruise arrives in one of the most historic towns in Europe. Finally, we explore the historically significant city of Nuremberg, which played an important role during the Holy Roman Empire and World War II, as the site of Nazi Party rallies and the subsequent Nuremberg trials. This river cruise is the perfect way to explore Germany’s medieval past for travellers who love history, architecture and stunning natural landscapes. This Fabulous Offer Includes: - Return flights from Edinburgh & transfers - 7 nights onboard a 5-star ship - Full board dining with fine cuisine - 10+ included excursions - Drinks package & free Wi-Fi - Expert Cruise Director & local guides ITINERARY: - Mainz - Miltenberg & Wertheim - Würzburg - Rothenburg & Ochsenfurt - Bamberg - Nuremberg Holiday highlights include: - Tour Mainz & admire Chagall’s stained-glass windows in Saint Stephen’s Church - Explore Würzburg’s charming old town & famous Baroque palace - Journey the Romantic Road to Rothenburg & discover medieval gems Miltenberg & Wertheim - Guided tour of Bamberg – one of Europe’s prettiest cities - Explore historic Nuremberg, from Saint Lawrence Church to the medieval castle & bustling Hauptmarkt Please note that some of these facilities may incur an extra charge. Although the Foreign Office currently have placed no restrictions on travel to this destination we recommend when travelling abroad anywhere you check the Foreign Office website for up to date information, this website can be reached on the following link. https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-office We also recommend that you check with you doctor for up to date information regarding any inoculations that might be recommended. We do not issue insurance, but you must have travel insurance. 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Our cruise along the Main takes us to idyllic Miltenberg, a well-preserved medieval village. Then it’s on to delightful Wertheim, its ancient castle standing over the colourful market square below. Uncover further delights as we arrive in Würzburg, the most elegant of Bavarian cities, crowned by the Baroque palace. Take the Romantic Road to Rothenburg ob der Tauber for spectacular views of the German river Tauber below as it winds through this fairy-tale land. The beauty of Bamberg never fails to enchant as our cruise arrives in one of the most historic towns in Europe. Finally, we explore the historically significant city of Nuremberg, which played an important role during the Holy Roman Empire and World War II, as the site of Nazi Party rallies and the subsequent Nuremberg trials. This river cruise is the perfect way to explore Germany’s medieval past for travellers who love history, architecture and stunning natural landscapes. This Fabulous Offer Includes: - Return flights from Edinburgh & transfers - 7 nights onboard a 5-star ship - Full board dining with fine cuisine - 10+ included excursions - Drinks package & free Wi-Fi - Expert Cruise Director & local guides ITINERARY: - Mainz - Miltenberg & Wertheim - Würzburg - Rothenburg & Ochsenfurt - Bamberg - Nuremberg Holiday highlights include: - Tour Mainz & admire Chagall’s stained-glass windows in Saint Stephen’s Church - Explore Würzburg’s charming old town & famous Baroque palace - Journey the Romantic Road to Rothenburg & discover medieval gems Miltenberg & Wertheim - Guided tour of Bamberg – one of Europe’s prettiest cities - Explore historic Nuremberg, from Saint Lawrence Church to the medieval castle & bustling Hauptmarkt Please note that some of these facilities may incur an extra charge. Although the Foreign Office currently have placed no restrictions on travel to this destination we recommend when travelling abroad anywhere you check the Foreign Office website for up to date information, this website can be reached on the following link. https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-office We also recommend that you check with you doctor for up to date information regarding any inoculations that might be recommended. We do not issue insurance, but you must have travel insurance. Please note that due to the high volume of tickets in high season our company ticketing policy is that tickets will be dispatched 7 days prior to departure [hotelname] => MS George Eliot [boardbasis] => Full Board [baggage] => Luggage Included [displayOffer] => 1 [youtube] => ) [data] => )

Departing

Thu 25th June 2026

Returning

Thu 2nd July 2026

Board

Full Board

Flying From

Edinburgh

Flying To

Mainz

Baggage

Luggage Included

Medieval Germany: Bavaria and the Romantic Road

MS George Eliot

From £2,247
Per Person

About this offer

We start by exploring Mainz, with its Romanesque cathedral and timber-clad buildings, at the scenic heart of the country’s Winelands. Our cruise along the Main takes us to idyllic Miltenberg, a well-preserved medieval village. Then it’s on to delightful Wertheim, its ancient castle standing over the colourful market square below. Uncover further delights as we arrive in Würzburg, the most elegant of Bavarian cities, crowned by the Baroque palace. Take the Romantic Road to Rothenburg ob der Tauber for spectacular views of the German river Tauber below as it winds through this fairy-tale land. The beauty of Bamberg never fails to enchant as our cruise arrives in one of the most historic towns in Europe. Finally, we explore the historically significant city of Nuremberg, which played an important role during the Holy Roman Empire and World War II, as the site of Nazi Party rallies and the subsequent Nuremberg trials. This river cruise is the perfect way to explore Germany’s medieval past for travellers who love history, architecture and stunning natural landscapes.

This Fabulous Offer Includes:
- Return flights from Edinburgh & transfers
- 7 nights onboard a 5-star ship
- Full board dining with fine cuisine
- 10+ included excursions
- Drinks package & free Wi-Fi
- Expert Cruise Director & local guides

ITINERARY:
- Mainz
- Miltenberg & Wertheim
- Würzburg
- Rothenburg & Ochsenfurt
- Bamberg
- Nuremberg

Holiday highlights include:
- Tour Mainz & admire Chagall’s stained-glass windows in Saint Stephen’s Church
- Explore Würzburg’s charming old town & famous Baroque palace
- Journey the Romantic Road to Rothenburg & discover medieval gems Miltenberg & Wertheim
- Guided tour of Bamberg – one of Europe’s prettiest cities
- Explore historic Nuremberg, from Saint Lawrence Church to the medieval castle & bustling Hauptmarkt

Please note that some of these facilities may incur an extra charge.

Although the Foreign Office currently have placed no restrictions on travel to this destination we recommend when travelling abroad anywhere you check the Foreign Office website for up to date information, this website can be reached on the following link.

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-office

We also recommend that you check with you doctor for up to date information regarding any inoculations that might be recommended.

We do not issue insurance, but you must have travel insurance.

Please note that due to the high volume of tickets in high season our company ticketing policy is that tickets will be dispatched 7 days prior to departure