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www.noble-caledonia.co.ukJoin us aboard the MS Thurgau Saxonia for a seven night journey that promises to be a scenic treat as we cruise between Saarbrucken and Stuttgart along four of Europe%u2019s rivers. We have planned our voyages for late summer, a wonderful time to explore Europe by river, the weather is warm, the evenings longer, and the popular towns and cities are not overly busy with tourists.Our river odyssey begins in Saarbrucken on the River Saar and we will sail through unspoilt landscapes, past fascinating small towns towards Bernkastel. From here we continue along the beautiful Moselle River travelling through this historic region first cultivated by the Romans. The river%u2019s intricate and picturesque path meanders between steeply terraced vineyards and hills with riverbanks home to attractive towns and villages. Upon reaching Rudesheim the River Rhine shows her unique beauty; high on the hills are legendary castles, sunlit vineyards and charming villages scattered along both of its banks. Last, but not least, we journey along the River Neckar, one of Germany%u2019s most idyllic rivers, cruising past tiny villages and majestic castles such as Neckargemund, Neckarsteinach and Hirschhorn. To complement our time sailing along these four picturesque rivers, we will enjoy guided excursions of which the highlights include the picturesque town of Heidelberg, a wine tasting in Bernkastel and the fascinating Medieval town of Bad Wimpfen. Our floating hotel, the MS Thurgau Saxonia which we have exclusively chartered for these unique journeys, will transport us in comfort and with a maximum of just 70 passengers on board along with our expert team and Guest Speaker, we can promise you a marvellous experience.THE ITINERARYDay 1 London to Saarbrucken, Germany. Fly by scheduled flight to Frankfurt. On arrival transfer to the MS Thurgau Saxonia moored in Saarbrucken. Sail in the early evening and meet your fellow guests and crew this evening during dinner on board.Day 2 Saar River Cruising & Trier. Spend a leisurely morning cruising along the Saar River arriving over lunch in lovely Trier, the oldest city in Germany. Trier was once the capital of the Roman Western Empire and retains one of the most impressive groups of Roman monuments north of the Alps. Here we will see the Roman ruins including the impressive Porta Nigra, the most important ancient monument in the city and the largest Roman city gate extant. Sail this evening to Bernkastel where we moor overnight. Day 3 Bernkastel & Moselle River Cruising. After breakfast a morning walking tour will include the Medieval market square and lovingly decorated half-timbered houses and will end with a wine tasting of some of the region%u2019s glorious wines. Return to the ship for lunch as we continue cruising this afternoon through the beautiful Moselle Valley. Day 4 Rhine Gorge & Rudesheim. A morning of cruising takes us along the romantic Rhine. Enjoy witnessing some magnificent scenery including the Rhine Gorge, the striking hilltop castles and the legendary Lorelei Rock. Later this afternoon we arrive into Rudesheim and join a walking tour of this lively town, including a visit to the entertaining Siegfried%u2019s Mechanical Music Museum. The ship will remain here overnight allowing time ashore for independent sightseeing; perhaps visit the famous Drosselgasse with its numerous cafes, bars and live music.ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS %u2022 Experience four rivers in eight days %u2022 Explore Trier, the oldest city in Germany%u2022 Enjoy a wine tasting in the Medieval town of Bernkastel%u2022 Visit the picturesque town of Heidelberg%u2022 Tour the Baroque Ludwigsburg Palace and its beautiful gardensHeidelbergPorta Nigra, TrierGERMANYBLACKSEACernavodaTulceaConstantaHeidelbergMainDanubeDANUBEDELTADanubeRhineMoselleRhine Gorge FrankfurtRudesheimTrierBernkastelSaarbruckenStuttgartBad WimpfenLauffen NeckarSaarBernkastel