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The Majestic Rhine - Basel to Frankfurt

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A panoramic view of Heidelberg
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SAVE up to £200 when you book by 8pm 21st September 2025*

Wine, beer & soft drinks included with lunch & dinner*

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Expert-led Shore Excursions Included*

Cruise Overview

  • Duration 7 nights
  • Departs 25 Aug 2026
  • Sails from Basel, Switzerland
  • Ship Emerald Astra
  • Flights and transfersYes
  • Cruise code ‍2190451
  • Voyage code ‍EWFB250826.2

Your Itinerary

Fly from London

Fly from London Tue 25 Aug 2026

Fly from London
Rhine River Cruises

Basel, Switzerland Tue 25 Aug 2026

Rhine River Cruises

Upon arrival, transfer to the port in Mainz and embark your award-winning Emerald Waterways Star-Ship for your seven night river cruise (D)

Rhine River Cruises

Breisach, Germany – Colmar, France Wed 26 Aug 2026

Rhine River Cruises

Enjoy a tour to Colmar where it’s easy to imagine the characters from the Grimm’s Fairy Tales here, where half-timbered façades are adorned with window boxes full of colourful blooms. Alternatively, embark on a guided bike tour from Breisach to Colmar (B,L,D)

EmeraldACTIVE - A guided bike tour

EmeraldEXCURSION - A guided tour of Colmar

A panoramic view of Kehl

Kehl, Germany – Strasbourg, France Thu 27 Aug 2026

A panoramic view of Kehl

Embark on a traditional canal tour and pass through petite France, full of storybook canals, half-timbered houses and narrow lanes. Witness the Covered Bridges and the Vauban Dam before reaching the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Neustadt imperial quarter, a place where many of Strasbourg’s administrative buildings are based. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore (B,L,D)

EmeraldPLUS - A canal boat tour in Strasbourg

Baden Baden, Germany

Rastatt – Baden-Baden, Germany Fri 28 Aug 2026

Baden Baden, Germany

Visit Baden-Baden, a spa town that has been frequented by celebrities and royalty for centuries. Embark on a guided hike to Altes Schloss, a fascinating ruin where you can enjoy panoramic views of the Black Forest and the Rhine Valley. Alternatively, enjoy a guided walking tour, before entering the Baden-Baden Casino, a favourite of silent film star Marlene Dietrich (B,L,D)

EmeraldPLUS - Entrance to the Baden-Baden Casino

EmeraldACTIVE - A guided hike to Altes Schloss

EmeraldEXCURSION - A guided walking tour of Baden-Baden

A panoramic view of Heidelberg

Mannheim – Heidelberg, Germany Sat 29 Aug 2026

A panoramic view of Heidelberg

Your guided tour will start in the grounds of Heidelberg Castle, once a royal residence. Visit the oldest university in Germany before enjoying a wine tasting session. Alternatively, hike from Mount Königstuhl to Heidelberg for awe-inspiring panoramas (B,L,D)

EmeraldACTIVE - A hike from Mount Königstuhl to Heidelberg

EmeraldEXCURSION - A guided tour of Heidelberg with wine tasting

Rhine River Cruises

Koblenz, Germnay Sun 30 Aug 2026

Rhine River Cruises

Enjoy a guided tour of German Corner, where the Moselle meets the Rhine. This confluence is best viewed during a cable car ride across the water to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. Later, sail through the Rhine Gorge and soak in breathtaking vistas (B,L,D)

EmeraldEXCURSION - A tour of Koblenz and a visit to the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress

Rhine River Cruises

Rüdesheim, Germany Mon 31 Aug 2026

Rhine River Cruises

Today, ride the Winzerexpress to Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum. Peruse exhibits full of rare music boxes inside of a 15th century tower (B,L,D)

EmeraldEXCURSION - A visit to Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum

Rhine River Cruises

Mainz - Frankfurt (Disembark) Tue 01 Sep 2026

Rhine River Cruises

After breakfast, disembark the ship (B)

Fly to London

Transfer to the airport for your flight to London Tue 01 Sep 2026

Fly to London
Arrive in London

Arrive in London Tue 01 Sep 2026

Arrive in London

What's included *

  • SAVE up to £200 when you book by 8pm 21st September 2025
  • Book with the top partner for Emerald Cruises
  • Exclusive SAVINGS - Only available with ROL Cruise
  • Full-board award-winning river cruising on board your contemporary Emerald Cruises Star-Ship, including:
  • Spacious full board accommodation on board Europe’s most innovative cruise ships
  • All meals throughout your river cruise from a healthy buffet breakfast to a five-course à la carte menu
  • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • FREE tea and coffee available throughout your cruise
  • Shore excursions INCLUDED
  • Gratuities are INCLUDED
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
  • Extra special included excursions with EmeraldPLUS & EmeraldACTIVE
  • First-class service from English-speaking crew and knowledgeable guides
  • Complimentary bicycles for use ashore in select destinations
  • Bottled water restocked daily in your cabin
  • Overseas transfers
  • Book with ROL Cruise and earn exclusive Cruise Miles® + your EmeraldEXPLORER rewards
  • Return flights from London (regional and premium class flights may be available at a supplement) and all overseas transfers
  • We offer Interest Free Payment Plans, please contact us for more information

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The Ship - Emerald Astra

Emerald Astra

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  • The UK's No.1 Independent Cruise Specialist; delivering impartial advice
  • Customer satisfaction at 98% and a Feefo score of 4.9/5.
  • Expert staff with over 1,000 years of combined travel expertise offering 5★ service
  • Flexible Payment Options Available
  • Celebrating 30 years as a cruise-only specialist
  • Insurance Guidance - ROL Cruise will assist you with obtaining insurance cover, including Covid-cover.
  • Key strategic partner with the major cruise lines
  • Ambassadors representing us and guiding our customers onboard and at key locations on their holidays

Emerald Cruises FAQs

Are drinks packages available with Emerald Cruises?

A selection of drinks packages are available onboard.

Can I access the internet while onboard a Emerald cruise?

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available onboard all Emerald Cruises Star-Ships in the public spaces, cabins and suites.

Can I smoke onboard a Emerald cruise ship?

Smoking is not permitted in cabins or any indoor parts onboard. There are areas on the Star-Ships’ external decks where smoking is permitted.

Can I take alcohol onboard a Emerald cruise ship?

Emerald Cruises welcomes guests purchasing alcohol for consumption in their rooms. However, they do ask that personal drinks are not consumed in the communal areas of the cruises.

Do Emerald Cruises cater to allergies, intolerances or specific diets?

Emerald Cruises endeavours to cater for all dietary requirements and requests. The cruise line asks that you inform them of any requirements or requests at the time of booking.

What currency is used onboard a Emerald ship?

The onboard currency on all European Emerald voyages is the Euro. In South East Asia, the currency onboard is primarily US Dollars.

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Terms and conditions: Booking conditions of Emerald cruise line and Reader Offers Limited Agency Terms of Business apply. Fares are per person based on two adults sharing, except single cabins and may increase or be withdrawn at any time. Offer applies to new bookings only. Ports may require a tender. Savings are based on two adults sharing and apply to the cruise element only. Drinks are served with lunch & dinner. Itineraries are subject to change and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruises may operate altered from that stated. Offers apply to new bookings only. Regional flights may incur supplementary costs and may require an additional overnight stay. Flight credit of $300 included for economy flights, flight supplement may apply if the flight prices are above the flight credit amount. Flights may not be a direct service. If the required air fare exceeds the set credit amount, additional charges will apply. Payment must be made in full to receive the advertised fares. Wi-Fi cannot be guaranteed as is subject to T&Cs. Tours are subject to change and may not be suitable for guests with mobility restrictions. Offers are strictly limited, subject to availability, until sold out or withdrawn. Meals are included as stated: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner. Cruise Miles T&Cs apply. E&OE.

Terms & Conditions: Additional £100pp saving applies to the cruise element only, for new bookings only, and is valid when booking using promo code CLIA100 by 8pm 21st September 2025. Offer is combinable with current Best Available Fare only and cabin caps apply. Applicable to 2026 Rhine, Maine, Danube Europe River Cruises and 2026-2028 Ocean voyages. Not combinable with exclusives and event offers.

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