Rhine Legends
Rhine Legends
$961
Rhine Legends
6 Days Starting and ending in Cologne, Germany
Visiting: Cologne, Rüdesheim am Rhein, Speyer, Strasbourg, Mainz, Koblenz
Tour operator:
Ship Name:
A-ROSA AQUAShip Capacity:
202
Age range:
1-99
Tour operated in:
English , GermanTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
The Rhine is not only a breathtaking natural backdrop, but also the stage for fairy tales and fabled legends: the Nibelungen, the Loreley and the Knight Stories. The picture-book scenery of the Middle Rhine Valley has always inspired people's imaginations. So it's little wonder that UNESCO declared this stretch of the river a World Heritage Site. This beautiful region is famed for its excellent vineyards too. Romantics: this cruise is for you.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Cologne
Location: Cologne
Lined with a bustling wide promenade and criss-crossed with bridges, your first glimpse of the mighty Rhine in Cologne is destined to be a memorable one. A major trading centre since the Roman times, this impressive city merges the old and the new perfectly. You'll find ancient walls and medieval churches rubbing shoulders with modern quarters, a fantastic selection of quality museums and, the calling card of the city, its famous cathedral, dominating the skyline.
Head into the charming Altstadt (Old Town) on the banks of the Rhine, and find yourself lost in narrow streets filled with traditional old houses, breweries, beer halls, cafes and shops. This is the place to come to experience a more traditional taste of Germany's fourth largest city, and the ideal way to kickstart your river cruise. Interested in exploring in detail? We'd recommend arranging an extra couple of days in the city at one of our partner hotels before you embark on your A-ROSA Rhine river cruise. That way, when you board your ship, you'll be relaxed, ready to go, and already have one fantastic city under your belt.
ARR - | DEP 18:00
Day 2 : Rüdesheim Am Rhein
Location: Rüdesheim am Rhein
Sitting in prime Rhine wine country on the beautiful banks of the German Rhine, your call at Ruedesheim opens the doors on a historic town set in picture-perfect rolling hills. The main calling card of Ruedesheim is its lively Drosselgasse, described as '144-metres of joie de vivre' or 'the merriest street in the world'. Winding its way through the town, this cobbled street is lined with timber-framed houses, taverns and shops, draped in the town's notable vines. Start your explorations of Ruedesheim here after disembarking your A-Rosa river cruise ship and follow the same route the boatmen of the Rhine took during the 18th and 19th century in their search for a place to stay.
Other notable attractions in the town include the charming Siegfried's Musical Museum home to the largest collection of automated musical instruments in Germany, or, for scenic splendours, enjoy panoramic views across Ruedesheim and its impressive setting tucked aside the glistening Rhine from the Seilbahn, or cable car, that climbs into the hills to visit the iconic Germania Monument.
ARR 11:00 | DEP 18:00
Day 3 : Germersheim Or Speyer, Germany (Depending On Availability)
Location: Speyer
Today, you'll find yourself in Germany's enchanting Upper Rhine nestled in the heart of Europe. Here, the natural surrounds are some of the most picture-perfect you'll see on your A-Rosa river cruise, with terraced vineyards, expansive forests, high peaks and nature trails just waiting to be explored. Your port today will be either Germersheim or Speyer, depending on availability of docking locations. Whichever town you find yourself in, you'll discover rich German hospitality and history, and the perfect place to spend a day of laidback discovery.
ARR 08:00 | DEP 18:00
Day 4 : Strasbourg
Location: Strasbourg
Treading the tightrope between Germany and France, Strasbourg is a city straight out of the story books. The images you expect of this highlight of the Alsace region are all conjured up before you in the old town's higgledy-piggledy colourful houses and twisting streets. Head down to the canals of Petit France and hole up in one of the traditional cosy winstubs, or Alsatian taverns, they're the perfect place to get your bearings of this quirky city before hitting the tourist trail. Strasbourg Cathedral is a must-see. For 227 years, this spellbinding sandstone structure was the tallest building in the world, and it's still well worth a trip to the top of the tower where views stretch as far as the Black Forest, some 30km away.
ARR 08:00 | DEP 18:00
Day 5 : Mainz-Lorelei-Koblenz
Location: Mainz, Koblenz
At the very heart of the Rhineland's wine growing region, sophisticated Mainz is the perfect mix of history, culture and high-living. Wander the cobbled streets of the Old Town, and lose yourself among half-timbered buildings housing colourful bars, traditional shops and great eateries. This area is most famed for its fantastic Riesling and Silvaner wines, so it'd be remiss not to sit, soak up the atmosphere and enjoy a perfectly chilled glass of this top tipple whilst on dry land. There's much more than just excellent vintages to this pretty city though. The Altstadt also plays host to the impressive 1,000-year-old Mainzer Dome, a masterpiece of Gothic, Romanesque and Baroque styles, as well as the fantastic Gutenberg Museum. Commemorating Mainz's illustrious printing past, bibliophiles can explore how home-grown Mainz talent, Johannes Gutenberg invented the letterpress, revolutionising how books were printed and told through presses, magazines, newspapers, and most notably, the two fascinating and almost 500-year old Gutenberg bibles.
ARR 6:00 | DEP 12:00
Afternoon: Lorelei Valley
The Lorelei Valley is Rhine river scenery at its most romantic, so this morning's sailing is sure to be one of the highlights of your cruise. We recommend letting one of our waiters bring you a coffee as you sit on the Sun Deck of your elegant A-ROSA ship and let the views unfurl in front of your eyes. And what views they are. Each gentle bend in the river delivers something new to admire, steeply-terraced vineyards plunging down towards the river, picture-perfect villages replete with half-timbered houses and Gothic church steeples, fairy tale castles perched on hilltops, rugged cliffs and lush green forests. The Lorelei Valley is river cruising exactly as you imagined it.
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Where the mighty Rhine meets the Moselle, Koblenz is the perfect jumping off point for exploring the gorgeous scenic surrounds and rich history of the UNESCO-listed Upper Middle Rhine Valley. Its strategic location has made it the focus of battles over the centuries, with 2,000 years of glorious and bloody history under its belt. The site of an early commandery for the Teutonic Order, sailing past its iconic headland, Deutsches Eck (German Corner) and famous Kaiser Wilhelm statue on your A-Rosa river cruise ship will be one of the unforgettable highlights of this trip.
Now a park and flower-filled city set in this beautiful river valley, we recommend taking in the Baroque town hall, colourful Altstadt and impressive hilltop Ehrenbreitstein Fortress before hitting some of the twisting countryside paths that line the rivers edge delivering stunning vistas and magnificent castles. A trip over the Rhine via cable car is a must too. The birds eye view from this 900-metre journey across the river banks is best from Car 17, complete with a glass floor.
ARR 18:30 | DEP 21:30
Day 6 : Cologne
Location: Cologne
It's little wonder that Cologne's residents think they're onto something special. This welcoming city can't fail to charm you. The typical friendliness that you find at every turn makes visitors feel to this magnificent place feel at home right away and it's not unusual to get chatting to strangers and find yourself enjoying an ice-cold Kölsch with them. The main landmark – the dramatic Cologne Cathedral – watches over the whole city. It is the third-tallest church building in the world, at a staggering 157.38 metres. It might be a bit of a trek up to the top of the tower, but it’s worth it. You’ll be rewarded with a mesmerising view of the city and the Rhine spread out beneath you.
ARR 05:00 | DEP -
Ship Details
A-ROSA AQUA
Ship Overview
Cruising on a river is certainly not the fastest mode of transportation.
And the countless meanders of the Rhine, Danube and Rhône are not the fastest way to get from A to B either. But that’s precisely what we want to give you: a little time for you to relax and unwind. As you leisurely take in the breathtaking riverscape, you can really take time for yourself. Make yourself comfortable in your cosy cabin or simply daydream in SPA-ROSA and on the sun deck. If you like, you can also take part in our many exciting activities.
Ship Details
Ship Name:
A-ROSA AQUA
Adults Only Areas:
kids allowed
Ship Children Facilities:
available
Ship Nursery:
none
Smoking Areas:
some
Ship Size:
boutique
Ship Style:
premium
Ship Type:
river
Ship Currency:
EUR
Ship Language:
de+en
Ship Capacity:
202
Ship Crew Count:
54
Number of Decks:
4
Number of Cabins:
99
Number of Large Cabins:
4
Ship Launch Year:
2009
Ship Gross Tonnage:
3524
Ship Length (Meters):
135 M
Ship Width (Meters):
11.4 M
Ship Speed (Knots):
12 Kn
Deck Plans
Deck 1
Cat A CabinsCat S CabinsStairs
Deck 2
LobbyToiletsReceptionStairsCat C Cabins
Deck 3
SPA Outdoor areaWhirlpoolGymSPA Relaxation areaMassage and BeautySanariumSPA ReceptionLobbyExcursion CounterLoungeBarCafe/RestaurantBuffets and Live CookingMarket RestaurantBar (Indoor/outdoor)Restaurant (Outdoor area)Wine BarOnboard ShopToiletsStairsCat D Cabins
Deck 4
WheelhouseRecliners and awningsLight DomeGiant Chess boardShowersPutting GreenShovelboardMobile Bar and Grill StationOutdoor Restaurant
Cabins
A place where you can take time out during a trip full of new experiences. Our cabins were made for this. For us, quality is the magic word. It’s what turns a place to sleep into a home. A home featuring premium materials, modern equipment, soothing colours and an elegant design. An A-ROSA cabin combines all of this in a generously sized room.
2-Bed Outside Cabin (Grade S )
Spacious and comfortable outside cabin. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe.
2-Bed Outside Cabin, S (Grade S )
Spacious and comfortable outside cabin. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe.
2-Bed Outside Cabin (Grade C )
Spacious and comfortable outside cabin with Juliette balcony. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe.
2-Bed Outside Cabin, C (Grade C )
Spacious and comfortable outside cabin. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe.
2-Bed Outside Cabin (Grade A )
Spacious and comfortable outside cabin. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe.
2-Bed Outside Cabin, A (Grade A )
Spacious and comfortable outside cabin. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe.
2-Bed Outside Cabin, D (Grade D )
Spacious and comfortable outside cabin with Juliette balcony. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe.
2-Bed Outside Cabin (Grade D )
Spacious and comfortable outside cabin with Juliette balcony. Elegant design and first-class materials ensure an atmosphere of well-being. Cabin facilities: safe, air-conditioning, TV, hair dryer, bathroom with shower and toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, bathrobe.
Dining
The water carries with it the delicate fragrances of the unique surrounding landscapes. The aroma of the approaching sea, Mediterranean herbs and sweet apricots from Wachau linger in the air. Promising vineyards line the banks of the river, and in the cities, you can enjoy the aromas of typical spices and try fine cheese delicacies or flavorful dumplings at market stalls. Our chefs make sure you also get to know your holiday regions with culinary specialities at their very best, which are always prepared to perfection with fresh ingredients. There is something to satisfy everyone’s tastes at our changing gourmet buffets, where you can also discover and enjoy completely new dishes. Watch over our chefs’ shoulders during tastings and workshops and take the best cooking ideas home with you. Copying allowed!
However, your enjoyment is our main priority.
We will serve you refined menus and our trained sommeliers will present you with suitable wines. Another master of his craft awaits you behind the bar: Our bartender’s ambition is to serve you the best version of your favorite drink. Worked up an appetite? Discover the A-ROSA gourmet trips: the ultimate way to enhance your enjoyment! A river cruise to sophisticated cuisine awaits, with selected dishes by top chefs and exquisite wines. With the help of our chefs and wine experts, you can perfect your culinary knowledge even further. Go on this trip for the sake of your taste buds and for the people back home who you love to cook for at small dinner parties – and of course, for your own personal indulgence.
Wine & Culinary: all aboard for fantastic cuisine
Saint Teresa of Ávila famously said we should be good to our bodies so that our souls would be happy living there. We share this sentiment – and that’s why we’re particularly proud to serve excellent food on our cruises. With our buffets that change regularly and our live-cooking sessions, every guest is sure to find something that takes their fancy – and you can be certain it has been freshly prepared to perfection with a lot of love, expertise and the best-quality ingredients. Enjoy your food paired with just the right wine, grown on the hillsides that the river itself created over millions of years. The only difficulty will be deciding what to try first, since it’s all included in your Premium All-Inclusive fare.
Are you looking for a more exclusive experience? Simply choose A-ROSA Dining and enjoy the finest cuisine on all cruises that last five nights or longer. We’ll bring the region’s specialities straight to your plate as part of a multi-course meal. Enjoy everything from juicy Wachau apricots to Mediterranean herbs from the south of France, the tastiest Dutch cheeses and spicy Hungarian dumplings – all while dining completely undisturbed in a separate part of the restaurant.
Bon appétit!
The Market Restaurant
The Market Restaurant is the ship’s Dining Room (no table reservations needed). It has an open kitchen and Buffet station. The A-ROSA AQUA’s dining room menu features low-calorie, itinerary-based (regional) specialties and traditional Mediterranean dishes. Food on board is prepared with fresh locally sourced ingredients and products.Dining is a truly un-regimented affair – unlike other river vessels, the dining room opens its welcoming arms when you are ready, rather than at a specified time. A lavish buffet with a la minute cookery stations entices you with fresh ingredients° and plenty of choice. In addition, a speciality waiter service restaurant offers an alternative option, with a new menu every night° and the opportunity to dine here up to three times during the week. Weather permitting, you can choose to dine al fresco around pool as you watch the beautiful scenery pass by.On some evenings, served onboard will be a themed 3-course-dinner in a reserved part of the restaurant. A-ROSA advises guests to sign up for this evening at the reception or with the Maître as seats are limited. On these evenings, the buffet restaurant is also open as usual.The themed evenings are at an extra charge.
Entertainment
Time may fly during an exciting shuffleboard or giant chess game or even practice your putting game. What really matters is that you take all the time in the world to do whatever you want.
Sun Deck
Time on the sun deck can be measured in sunsets, laps in the pool, glasses of wine or the number of new friends you’ve made. But for most, time just stands still as you take in Europe’s fabled towns and picturesque countryside° from your chaise lounge. The motto topside on the sun deck is “anything is possible, but nothing is required… just enjoy.”
Enrichment
A-ROSA Bike Excursions
Experience our bike packages on the Danube, Rhine, Douro, Rhône and Seine specially created together with our partner terranova. Terranova offers high-quality bike tours for over 35 years. Explore the heart of Europe by bike during your river cruise.General services – valid on all riversall bike tours are guided by a tour guide who is familiar with the areathe bike tours are accompanied by a mini bus with bicycle trailer and the possibility to provide transportation for participantsterranova tour guide with lots of information about the country and its peopletechnical support during the tourrental bike: use of the terranova e-bike with saddlebag. You can also order a touring bike upon requestall transfers by bus or taxi according to the programmefull service during the day tours: drinking breaks, picnicsone exclusive multi-course dinner in the Winery on boarddetailed travel informationguided tours & entrances includedadditional services included according to the offer
Excursions
Some of our excursions will take you to the places where some of the greatest artists of the 19th and 20th centuries created their works. Not only art lovers, but also history buffs and fans of adventure stories will be in their element. Medieval castles, monasteries and villages are ready to tell their stories. Our expert guides know more than any guide book about the Eiffel Tower, Empress Elisabeth’s life, Cologne Cathedral and Rotterdam’s hyper-modern architecture. Do you fancy admiring the white horses of the Camargue from a jeep? Want to ride on a horse-drawn waggon through the Puszta? Travel to the Budapest Parliament by segway? The sights you’ll encounter on our routes are world-famous. By offering our guests special ways of discovering these sights, we open up completely new perspectives for you. A-ROSA excursions delight not only guests with a hunger for new experiences and a thirst for knowledge; gourmets will also have their fill of treats. Our tours for connoisseurs offer regional cuisine with local specialities and world-famous vineyards with fine wines. Because all senses matter when it comes to new perspectives.
Kids and Teens
A-ROSA Family Cruises
Traveling with children is an incredible opportunity to witness their growth and development. Each day brings new experiences, flavors, and adventures that they get to discover for the first time. And the best part? Everyone can embark on this adventure together - from the littlest toddler all the way up to the beloved grandparents! These are moments you'll cherish forever as unforgettable memories made in each other's company. So why not plan your next vacation with everyone onboard? You won't regret it!
On our A-ROSA family cruises we have very special offers for families. You can choose between cabins of all categories, optionally with an additional bed or a spacious family cabin. Our all-round carefree package “Premium All-Inclusive” will make your family holiday even more perfect. It includes a whole host of benefits and services, such as: high-quality buffets and live cooking, high-quality drinks throughout the day, 15 % discount on spa treatments, free Wi-Fi and much more.
A-ROSA have a very generous family programme where children up to 15 years old travel free of charge, and there is a kid's club during the school holidays.
Health & Fitness
The SPA-ROSA philosophy focuses on the flow of your energy. We invite you on a journey into your body and soul. In our SPA-ROSA, we embody sustainability, health and individuality. Experience treatments using local products and active ingredients from the German Wadden Sea tidelands and let all your senses be pampered.
Gymnasium
If walking the town wasn’t enough exercise, you can continue in the well-equipped gymnasium with modern cardio equipment. If desired, you can also work out with a personal trainer who can put together an individual training plan for you.
Heated Swimming Pool
The ship's top deck features a rectangular swimming pool, complete with a shower and a large sunbathing area with loungers.
SPA-ROSA
Experience beauty and anti-ageing treatments with facials, as well as comforting warmth in the sauna or sanarium, which let you bene?t from more vitality and radiance. When selecting products, we deliberately chose the German producer BABOR and the company La mer from Cuxhaven for you. Both stand for extraordinary results in the treatments, innovations, high skin compatibility and responsibility towards their personnel and the environment. Your SPA-ROSA feels a responsibility to give you the greatest possible recuperative effect during your cruise. We hope that, long after your holiday is over, you will often hear someone say, ‘You look so relaxed.’Active recreation is offered in the especially developed exercise programme. Deep relaxation and intense well-being can be found with these treatments unique to A-ROSA.
Sports & Games Area
Time may fly during an exciting shuffleboard or giant chess game or even practice your putting game. What really matters is that you take all the time in the world to do whatever you want.
Gratuities
Our crew is passionate about their jobs and aims to give every guest an unforgettable holiday experience. If you are satisfied, our crew is happy to accept a tip as recognition of their service. Most guests honour their efforts with €5 to €10 per guest and day. A tip box for the entire crew will be available at reception at the end of the cruise. Naturally, you are free to give employees individual tips at any time, or to settle tips using your onboard account.
Useful Information
Age Restriction
All guests under the age of 18 are to be in a cabin with an adult, and must remain supervised at all times, and their safety is the responsibility of the accompanying adult(s). Children 2 to 15 years old sail free when using the existing bedding in the cabin and are accompanied by at least 1 adult. If the accompanying° adult is not a parent or legal guardian, written permission from the parent or legal guardian° is required. Please be aware that cabins with French Balconies/Full Balconies may be unsafe for small children if left unsupervised and are not recommended for children under the age of 7. By confirming the reservation with payment, the guest/travel agent acknowledges that they are aware and will comply with these terms and conditions.
Animals
It is forbidden to bring animals on board the ships.
A-ROSA is Green
For over fifteen years, A-ROSA has been the market leader for premium holidays on the Danube, Douro, Rhine, Rhône and Seine. What is it that makes city breaks by ship so appealing? The opportunity for guests to discover different cities, towns and landscapes. For us it’s a privilege to be able to explore iconic destinations and lesser-known locales – and we love to share it with our guests. While we will always do all we can to give our guests a care free holiday, we will always care aboutthe people and places our visits touch.Our cruises take us right into areas where people live, which is one of the reasons why inland navigation is subject to very strict regulations – particularly compared with navigation at sea – and rigorous inspections. As a recent study shows, all things considered, inland navigation is the most environmentally friendly mode of transport, surpassing even train travel. The factors taken into account for the study included impact on the climate, air pollution, accidents and noise pollution.At A-ROSA we’re aware that past and present environmental challenges require a long-term approach. That’s the only way we’ll be able to preserve both quality of life in urban areas and the natural environment for future generations. As a company we believe that this is our responsibility, and our actions in all areas of environmental protection put us at the very forefront of our industry.Lasting responsibility: As part of our sustainability strategy, we review and refine the actions listed here on an ongoing basis.
Dietary Requirements
Please contact your head chef at the start of your cruise regarding any dietary restrictions. If you have not yet notified us of your food allergies/intolerances, we kindly ask you to contact us.
Disabled Facilties
The ship has steps only, which may restrict mobility. The A-ROSA ALVA has a lift between deck 1 and deck 3. The A-ROSA SENA has a lift between deck 1 and deck 4. It is not allowed to use the lift during safety instruction and in case of emergencies. The sun deck is only accessible via stairs. For individual advice, please contact the A-ROSA Service Center on tel. 0381-202 6001.
Dress Code
Feel free to dress as you like, comfortably and casually, on board and during shore excursions. Please remember to wear warmer clothing on deck in the evening. Firm shoes are recommended for excursions on land. Smart-casual clothing is recommended when visiting the restaurant on board. We request, however, that you do not wear swimwear or sportswear, nor go barefoot, in the restaurants and bars. We recommend that men wear long trousers in the restaurant in the evening.
FullBoardPlus
A-ROSA offers two distinct tariff types: "A-ROSA Premium all-inclusive", for the discerning customer and "A-ROSA Basic", a no-frills option that covers the essentials.Refined breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets, along with an embarkation snack and afternoon coffee and cake. Many cruises also feature seasonal extras such as sandwiches or a midnight snack. Guests who have booked the A-ROSA Premium all inclusive rate have the following high-quality drinks included throughout the day: tea, coffee and coffee specialities, soft drinks, beer, as well as sparkling wine and a selection of wines, cocktails and long drinks. Certain specialities and beverages bear a surcharge; these include champagne.
Language on Board
The languages on board our A-ROSA AQUA are English and German. Documents are available in English and our international hosts are on hand to give assistance.
Laundry
You can have your laundry done on board. This will be charged to your onboard account. Suite guests may enjoy the laundry service free of charge.
Methods Of Payment
The onboard currency is Euro. During the trip, use your cabin card as your own credit card. At the end of the journey you can pay your final account in cash, with EC card or with the following credit cards: MasterCard, VISA, American Express. When paying by credit card or EC/Maestro card, you will need your PIN code. Please make sure that you have your personal PIN code with you. The booking of shore excursions will be billed to your cabin account.
Smoking Policy
Smoking is only permitted on the exterior decks. Please do not throw any cigarette butts overboard, instead use the receptacles provided. Smoking is strictly prohibited throughout the interior as well as in the cabins and suites and on the balconies. Please note that smoking is forbidden in the locks.
Special Dietary Requirements
We attach great importance to your physical well-being and want to meet your needs in the best way possible. Please contact the A-ROSA Service Center prior to your departure, at +49 (0) 381 - 202 6020 or via e-mail: service@a-rosa.de and give us details about your intolerances and dietary requirements. In addition, please contact the reception after your arrival to make an appointment with the chef in order to accommodate your individual needs. We can then assure that you are only offered food that you can enjoy carefree.
Telephone
Incoming calls will be put through to your cabin by reception. The normal roaming charges for outgoing or incoming calls from your cabin will be automatically charged to your onboard account. The ships in the A-ROSA fleet are equipped with an up-to-date GSM telephone system, with which you can dial any number, anywhere in the world. If you would like to make a long-distance call, please proceed as follows: dial the country code, then the local code, then the phone number. Between dialling and the first ring, there is a charge-free pause of up to 30 seconds’ duration, after which call charging starts automatically, even if the call is not answered. Information about the applicable charges can be obtained from reception and from page 11. GSM telephone: the respective call number of your ship is stated on your key card.
Wi-Fi
Guests can access the Internet using Wi-Fi on board the A-ROSA ships. Please take into account that some legs of the cruise may have weaker connections to the Internet. You can get more information on availability, terms of usage and charges at Reception. Use of Internet connections under the valid terms of usage is free of charge for guests with the “Premium all inclusive” rate.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation in a cabin or suite of your choice, with free room service for every cabin category
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Meals
FullBoardPlus: quality breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets with many choices. Embarkation snack. Tea or coffee anytime. Many cruises feature seasonal extras.
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Destination scouts in key cities
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Free Wi-Fi
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FREE use of onboard facilities, such as the sauna and fitness area
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High quality drinks throughout the day
High quality drinks throughout the day
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Free use of e-bikes in key destinations
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Onboard entertainment and activities, changing daily
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Port Fees
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Insurance
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International Travel
Check out our Q&As
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes. Families are welcome on all of our cruises, with kids under 15 travelling for FREE.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No
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What is the tipping policy?
If you are satisfied with our staff, our employees appreciate a tip in recognition of good service. The distribution and amount of gratuities is of course at your discretion. A gratuities box for the entire crew will be available at Reception at the end of the cruise. Naturally you can also give gratuities to individual members of staff at any time; this can also be done through your on-board account
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes
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How do I book excursions?
Our optional shore excursions are only bookable on board the A-ROSA ships
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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CAN I BRING MY MOBILITY AID ON BOARD?
You may bring your mobility aid on board, please notifyus prior to your departure and send us all the information about the size and weight of the wheelchair or your mobility aid. Please wait for their approval. A rental of wheelchairs is not possible on board. elevators between the cabin decks are only available on board of A-ROSA ALVA and A-ROSA SENA.
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HOW LONG CAN I USE MY CABIN ON THE DAY OF DEPARTURE AND HOW LONG CAN I STAY ON BOARD?
Your cabin will be available on the day of departure until 09:00. You can stay on board until the transfer leaves; individually departing guests are asked to leave the ship no later than 09:30.
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I NEED TO BRING MY MEDICAL DEVICE ON BOARD. WHAT DO I HAVE TO CONSIDER WHEN CARRYING MEDICAL DEVICES?
Medical oxygen containers may not exceed a total amount of 60 litres and is permitted only after the containers are registered prior to the cruise. Please send us the technical sheet of the device or the oxygen cylinders in advance to service@a-rosa.de. Important: Please wait for our confirmation and the authorisation of the medical device. A rental of breathing apparatuses is not possible on board. Medical devices that do not meet the technical requirements or the safety regulations of the ship are not allowed on board.
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WHAT CAN I NOT BRING ON BOARD?
Travelers are not permitted to bring weapons and ammunition or explosive/flammable substances onto the river cruise ships. This includes flat irons, candles and heaters. Likewise, the transportation of medical devices, which do not meet the technical requirements and the carrying of drugs, is prohibited. If this provision is violated, passengers can be excluded from further transportation without any compensation.
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ARE CABINS WITH CONNECTING DOORS AVAILABLE?
Our Rhine ships (A-ROSA AQUA, A-ROSA SILVA, A-ROSA FLORA) and the A-ROSA VIVA offer two cabins with connecting doors on each deck, which are well suited for families with children. On A-ROSA SENA we will have 20 cabins with interconnecting doors on deck 3. We can also recommend our family cabins on board the A-ROSA FLORA, which accommodate up to 2 adults and 2 children. On A-ROSA SENA, the family cabins can be accommodated up to 2 adults and 3 children.
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HOW DO I SETTLE MY ON BOARD ACCOUNT?
The on-board currency is the euro. During the cruise, you will be given your own on-board credit card to use, which also serves as your key card for your cabin. At the end of the cruise, you can choose to pay your final account either in cash (Euro) or with the following credit cards: American Express, Mastercard or Visa. For technical reasons, it is unfortunately not possible to pay by Maestro/EC card, debit card or travellers‘ cheques.
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IS AN A-ROSA CRUISE SUITABLE FOR DIABETICS AND / OR TRAVELLERS WITH FOOD ALLERGIES?
We attach great importance to your physical well-being and want to meet your needs in the best way possible. Please contact the tour operator with whom you booked your A-ROSA cruise and inform them of your intolerance prior to your cruise. In addition, please contact the reception after your arrival to make an appointment with the chef in order to accommodate your individual needs. We can then assure that you are only offered food that you can enjoy carefree.
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DO I HAVE TO FOLLOW A SPECIAL DRESS CODE?
On board and during the shore excursions, you can wear what you like. The dress code is comfortable and casual. Please remember to bring warmer clothes for the evenings out on deck. For the shore excursions, we recommend you bring sturdy shoes. In the restaurants, swimwear or shorts are not appropriate for dinner.
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WHERE ARE THE OTHER GUESTS FROM?
A-ROSA has eight ships which are dedicated to the international market: A-ROSA DONNA, FLORA, SILVA, STELLA, VIVA, AQUA, ALVA and SENA. Here, guests are mostly from Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Spain, Israel and the United States. The on-board language on these ships is English and German.
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ARE THERE WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE CABINS ON BOARD?
The A-ROSA ships do not have wheelchair-accessible cabins and there are no passenger lifts on board other than the A-ROSA ALVA. The A-ROSA ALVA has an elevator between deck 1 and deck 3 and the A-ROSA SENA between deck 1 and deck 4, but the sun deck can only be reached by stairs, which can result in restrictions.
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WHEN DOES CHECK-IN BEGIN?
Check-in time and accessing your cabin on embarkation day: For Danube cruises from Engelhartszell/Passau and cruises on the Rhine, Rhône and Seine at 14:00. For Danube cruises from Vienna at 15:00 at the berth no. 1 For Douro cruises at 15:00. A-ROSA suite guests have the opportunity to check in at any time after 12:00. Please be on board no later than one hour before the departure of the ship. Please also have your travel documents and vouchers ready for check-in. You will find your personal on board credit card in your cabin, which also functions as as the key card to your cabin.
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WHAT DOCUMENTS SHOULD I BRING ON MY CRUISE?
Please make sure to bring a identity document (identity card or passport), which are valid in the period during the trip. We recommend that you also carry a photocopy of your identity papers in your luggage. Citizens of other countries should contact their relevant consulates about any visas or other entry documents that may be required.
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ARE THE A-ROSA SHIPS EQUIPPED WITH A POOL?
A heated whirlpool can be found on the ships A-ROSA AQUA, and VIVA in the SPA outdoor area on deck 3. On board all other ships, a heated pool can be found on the sun deck. You can find bath towels in your cabin.
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HOW AND WHEN CAN I BOOK EXCURSIONS?
English excursions are only bookable on board. We arrange the excursions, but they are implemented by the local agencies, which are the excursion organisers, and thus also your contractual partners.
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