b"+Day 1 - London and Cologne CRUISE HIGHLIGHTSMeet at London St Pancras and take the Eurostar to Brussels, continuing by rail to Cologne. Here, we board our 5-Star cruise ship, which at this time of the year is decked out in its ChristmasEXPLORE THE RHINES CHRISTMAS MARKETSfinery. Relax with a welcome cocktail before a delicious dinner.Discover the twinkling lights and enticing aromas of Germanys Christmas markets. From the quaint beauty of Day 2 - Sailing the Rhine Gorge Rdesheim to the renowned delights of Cologne, these markets charm visitors from across the globe.Admire the scenery of the Rhine Gorge as we sail past castles, emerald forests, and the imposing Lorelei Rock, a legendaryENJOY ON-BOARD FESTIVITIESrock which soars almost 500 feet out of the water. Arriving inWe celebrate the season in style on board. Get in the Rdesheim, we have time to stroll amongst the charming stallsfestive mood with mulled wine and carol singing, a of the Christmas markets. On board this evening, we enjoygingerbread making demonstration, a Christmas-themed mulled wine and Christmas carols with a local choir. afternoon tea, and a spectacular festive Gala dinner. Day 3 - Koblenz EXPERIENCE THE RHINE GORGECruising back through the ancient landscapes of the RhineWe have two opportunities to admire the beauty of the Gorge on our way to Koblenz, we enjoy gingerbread-makingstriking Lorelei Rock, as we cruise through the celebrated in the lounge. We discover historic Koblenz on a guided tourRhine Gorge. This geological monument has been the before time to explore at your own pace. Back on our ship, weinspiration for countless legends throughout the years and sit down to a Christmas-themed gala dinner, choosing from ais a spectacular sight to behold.traditional German or a British menu.Day 4 - Bonn and CologneWe step back in time with a guided tour of Bonn, with theRHINEchance to explore the Christmas markets which sit under the shadow of the cathedral. This afternoon, as we sail to Cologne, we enjoy a festive afternoon tea. Later, perhaps explore some of the worlds best Christmas markets in Cologne, where seven bustling markets each offer their own unique character. Day 5 - Cologne and LondonAfter breakfast, we disembark and travel by rail to Brussels, where we join the Eurostar back to London St Pancras. WHAT'S INCLUDED EARLY BOOKING OFFERSave 100 per personBook on or before 31st October 2020UK Tour Manager until embarkation and from disembarkation of your ship and the services of2021 Escorted Rail & Cruise | From London St Pancrasyour on-board Cruise ManagerReturn, escorted rail travel from London Upgrade to First Class from just 200 per person.St Pancras to your ship4-night cruise aboard your 5-Star AmadeusLower Deck Middle Deck Upper Deskcruise ship Categories C4 C1 B4 B1 A1 DS6 Dec 745 775 895 925 975 1,2255-Star dining experiences with breakfast, lunchTour Code: RLM. Standard Class Rail.and dinner each day of your cruise Deposit from 150 per person. Solo Occupancy available.Dinner drinks every night of your cruise For deck plans and more information please see pages 108-109 for MS Amadeus ImperialAll cruise excursionsFor our full range of holidays visitTHE RHINE 35Call us on 01904 521994 or visit GreatRail.comGreatRail.com for more details"