Tour details
Individual arrival in Düsseldorf and embarkation. On board, our cruise management will welcome you with a glass of sparkling wine before we leave at 5:00 pm. For the first time on this journey we will say “cast off!” and then you will be on your way to Rotterdam.
A hearty welcome to Rotterdam! The most dynamic city in the Netherlands is one of the cultural centres of this country. On a combined optional excursion there will first be a guided walking tour past the famed market hall and the iconic cube houses, and afterwards a harbour tour through one of the world`s largest seaports in all its splendour, bustling with activity. These tours will give you a first impression of this multi-facetted city. In the afternoon, there will be time to explore the city on your own pace, before in the evening you will be invited to the Christmas Gala Dinner.
Enjoy this morning aboard the ship while the captain will take you to Hoorn. Located on a tongue of land on the Lake Ijssel, Hoorn is world-famous for the navigator Willem Cornelisz Schouten, who sailed around South America and gave the archipelago the name of the hometown: Cape Hoorn. On a stroll, you can explore the beautiful city by yourself. Get enchanted by marvellous Renaissance Facades, the labyrinth of canals and the beautiful harbour area.
Utrecht is one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands, located right in the heart of the country. On an optional guided walking tour, dive into the history of this surprising city. Utrecht was built around the cathedral, of which you cannot lose sight, not even for a second, during the walk. Utrecht Cathedral is one of the most important in the country. In the city, there are picturesque canals with special wharf cellars, which today house waterfront bars, cafes and restaurants. Let yourself get enchanted by this marvellous city.
During lunch, you will arrive in Nijmegen. On a short stroll, discover the Netherland `s oldest city on your own. In addition, you may opt to participate in the excursion „guided walk in Arnhem“ (optional). As capital of the Dutch Province of Gelderland, Arnhem has a rich and eventful history, which is still reflected in some of its buildings and monuments. On the last evening of your river cruise, the captain will invite you for the farewell dinner.
After breakfast, disembarkation will take places and afterwards, individual journey home.
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What is included in the fare
- River Cruise on board the MS SE-MANON according to itinerary
- 5 nights in the booked cabin category in outside cabin with en-suite bathroom with shower/WC
- Luggage transfer from the dock to the cabin and back
- Full board accommodation aboard: 5 x breakfast, 4 x four-course menu, 4 x tea/coffee in the afternoon with sweat pastries, 4 x 4-course dinner, 1 x Christmas Gala with five-course menu, 5 x late-night snack. Beverage package: House wine, draft beer, alcohol-free beer, soft drinks and juices, coffee/tea and mineral water from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
- 1 x welcoming drink, a glass of sparkling wine
- Board musician
- SE-Tours cruise management
Services not included in the fare
Arrival and departure journey, parking fees, all beverages that are not ordered between 10.00am and 10.00pm, personal expenses, gratuities, insurances, excursions, Wi-Fi.
Embarkation from 16:00 to 17:00
Disembarkation from 9:00 am
Minimum number of participants 80 persons up to 21 days before arrival
Excursion program We would be happy to send you an order form with our offer on excursions prior to departure. The excursions will be held in German language. The excursions can only be booked in English language on request (depending on the excursion agency and the minimum number of participants).
Itinerary or program are subject to change at any time. If due to low or high water levels, or bad weather conditions, a route cannot be sailed, the captain reserves the right to alter the itinerary for your safety. (No legal right shall arise in either situation). The same shall apply for repair or maintenance works on locks and bridges ordered by river and other local authorities with little or no advance.
Important notice Please bear in mind that your ship is not only your “vacation hotel”, but also a piece of equipment that is powered by an engine and has to be operated constantly, even at night (sometimes with lock and bridge passages). We recommend that guests who are particularly sensitive to noise bring earplugs. Disturbances must always be expected when passing through locks. Please note: at low water, the pool may have to be emptied to reduce the draught of the ship and is then not available.
Travel documents EU-citizens (without special situations like dual citizenship, main residence abroad or a limited-validity passport) are required to have a valid passport or ID-card, not expiring within six (6) months of the return of your cruise. We kindly ask non-EU citizens, EU-nationals with multiple citizenship or anybody who has to respect special legal entry requirements for the country to visit, to inform about visa and entry documents at the competent embassy.
This trip is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility.
We recommend that you take out a foreign travel health insurance with repatriation coverage, an accident insurance, a luggage insurance and a travel cancellation insurance.
You can cancel the trip at any time after booking. Cancellation fees can be found in the travel conditions. The travel conditions of the organizer apply: SE-Tours GmbH, Am Grollhamm 12a, 27574 Bremerhaven
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With pleasure I will help you with the planning of your journey
Sabine Gövert