Germany Active Journeys Guided /Self- Guided tour Cycling

Tour descriptions and distances

Day 1 Koblenz Day 2 27 km Koblenz - Day 3 35 km Cochem - / Day 4 45 km Mosel - Bernkastel- Floating Adventures: Mosel and Saar

Day 5 Bernkastel-Kues- 50 km Mehring Take a ride along the Mosel Bike and Barge tour on one of Europe's most legendary rivers, home to imposing , picturesque vineyards and quaint towns with church bells Day 6 26- sounding the time, all along the flat bike trail. Riding with your guide or setting your own Mehring - /Konz 34 km pace, this bike and barge trip is suitable for all levels of cyclists. Day 7 35 km Trier/Konz-Mettlach-Saarburg Visit some of ’s most historic towns, indulge in the local flavor and taste the local wine and beer. This tour is delight to all your senses. Day 8 Saarburg

Tour Details 2013 Dates: Koblenz – Saarburg: April 20, May 18, June 15, June 29, July 27, Aug. 10, Sept. 7, Sept. 21, Oct. 5

Saarburg - Koblenz: April 27, May 25, June 22, July 6, Aug. 3, Aug. 17, Sept. 14, Sept. 28, Oct. 12 Fast Facts Length: 8 days / 7 nights Cost: $1375 per person below deck Includes: Highlights: Bike rental: $110 • Travelling though Heidelbeg, Worms and • Single Supplement: On Request 7 nights accommodation, with all Rudesheim in the comfort of your barge ‐ meals included (breakfast and dinner Grade: Moderate never packing and unpacking each night on board, packed lunch available) • Riding each day with like‐minded people • Guide and support Starts: Koblenz or Saarburg • Mixture of singles, couples, families and • Above deck cabin add $140 per person Daily meetings, maps and information friends • Docking harbour fees

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Day 1: Koblenz Individual arrival to Koblenz A town where the and converge to one of Germany's oldest and most beautiful towns. French joie de vivre and German tradition have produced a cultural fusion in Koblenz, with cozy wine taverns, a genuinely welcoming atmosphere and great food – from gourmet cuisine to hearty fare. Lots to do and see in Koblenz. It is a great location to start your bike and boat adventure, or continue your trip from Bad Wimpfen.

Day 2: Koblenz ‐ ‐ Cochem (27 km/ 17 miles) The boat brings you to Alken where you start your first bike tour to Moselkern. Considered to be one of the most romantic part of the Moselle Valley, where the river curves, lies the old town of Cochem. Stroll through the old town, or spend a bit of time exploring the im‐ pressive .

Day 3: Cochem ‐ Zell/Mosel (35 km/ 22 miles) Today you cycle to Beilstein where you enjoy this beautiful city dur‐ ing a city tour. Your tour ends in the wine city of Zell, with its endless vineyards hugging the river the whole route. Take the time to enjoy some of the local wines and food.

Day 4: Zell/Mosel ‐ Bernkastel‐Kues (45 km/ 28 miles) Today you bike to Traben Trarbach, the centre of art‐nouveau archi‐ tecture. Afterwards you reach Bernkastel‐Kues: the quaint half‐ timbered houses gathering around the market square are surely the most beautiful in the region.

Day 5: Bernkastel‐Kues ‐ Mehring (50 km/ 31miles) In the morning you visit the largest winegrowers´cooperative along‐ side the Moselle. Then you cycle to Neumagen‐Dhron, the oldest wine‐grower town of Germany. After lunch you go on to Piesport today´s destination.

Day 6: Mehring ‐ Trier/Konz (26‐34 km/ 16‐21 miles) You pedal along to Trier/Konz where the boat awaits you. Enjoy the city with its well‐known roman city gate and impressive buildings ‐ Trier is one of the oldest cities in Germany. Explore the sights and sounds of Trier, the cathedrals, museums, churches and even Ro‐ man Baths. This is a wonderful little university town, with something for everyone.

Day 7: Trier/Konz ‐ Mettlach ‐ Saarburg (35 km/ 22 miles) The boat will bring you to Saarburg, also known as "little Venice". From there you cycle to Mettlach, where you can visit "Villeroy and Boch". Then ride back to Saarburg. It is a great location to end your journey, filled with wonderful small cafes, restaurants and bars. Soak in the local atmosphere before ending your trip with us.

Day 8: Saarburg Individual departure after breakfast

Itinerary subject to change

What to Expect Getting There What will the weather be like? The weather is nice and cool especially in the mornings and evenings. A sweater or • Airports: fleece would be useful. It may rain in the spring so rain gear for cycling is highly Tour start Koblenz: Co- recommended. logne / , Frankfurt/Main, Düsseldorf How many hours of cycling a day? Tour start Saarburg: Saar- You can cycle from 4 to 6 hours a day depending on your fitness level. There are brücken several breaks during the day to get off the bicycle and walk around. The route is • Train stations: completely flat with very little elevation gain or loss. Koblenz, Saarburg

How fit do I need to be? The fitter the better, but even a fit beginner will enjoy this trip. The biggest issue may just be getting accustomed to sitting on a bike for hours a day, so get used to riding on a bike before coming out.

What are the accommodations like? Cabins are all fitted with 2 beds, a bathroom with sink, toilet and shower. The main common areas include the upper deck with the dining rooms and lounge. All barges have an outdoor deck to enjoy as well.

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