Day 5 - Charming Rüdesheim and the magical Rhine Gorge
This morning, we sail into Rüdesheim, famous for its delicious
white wine, especially the dry Riesling variety. Stepping ashore,
we travel through steeped vineyards aboard a land train, arriving
in the center of the renowned wine town. Here there's a choice of
excursions, each promising a delightful insight into the town.
You could experience for yourself why the town is famous with a
fantastic wine tasting, savoring the finest local varieties.
Alternatively, you could visit Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet
and discover Europe's largest collection of finely tuned mechanical
instruments.
After your excursion, there's some time at leisure to explore
the town's cobbled streets at your own pace and see the charming
half-timbered houses, quaint shops, and enticing wine bars in the
Drosselgasse alley. This afternoon, we begin sailing toward the
romantic Rhine Gorge.
This section of the Rhine is renowned for its spectacular views.
We wind around bends surrounded by lush green vineyards, ancient
castles, and picturesque towns. As we sail, we hear the fascinating
story of the legendary Lorelei Rock which soars almost 500 feet out
of the water. Arriving in Koblenz later this afternoon, we dock for
the evening on the Moselle promenade. There's time to explore
before dinner and we recommend strolling the Deutsches Eck for
amazing views of the surrounding beauty.
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