Rhineland Information Booklet

Sample Itinerary

Rhineland Tour Sample Itinerary

• All activities are subject to opening times and availability.
• Entrance rates, flight details and opening times are subject to change.
• This is a sample itinerary. All services (e.g. entrance fees, coaching and

meals) included in your tour price are as per your “Cost Includes” letter
not as per this itinerary.

Day 1 Arrival & Day in Cologne

AM Assemble in the airport for your flight to Dusseldorf.

On arrival meet your coach and transfer to the Leverkusen
for a tour of the Bay Arena Stadium (journey time 45
minutes).

Meet your guide for a 1.5-hour behind-the-scenes tour of
this renowned stadium. Stroll through the player’s tunnel,
visit the changing rooms or take a seat on the players’
bench.

PM Depart the Arena and travel by coach to Cologne.

This is the oldest city in Germany and is steeped in culture
and history. Visit its large Gothic Cathedral. Dominating
the skyline, the cathedral’s two spires tower 157 metres

high, making it the second highest building in Cologne.
Climb to the viewing platform (entrance €2.00) in the
cathedral for a panoramic view over the city and the Rhine
river. You will have free time to browse the shopping
streets before departing Cologne for your accommodation
in Koblenz.

On arrival in Koblenz, check in to your accommodation,
where your group may enjoy an evening meal and
overnight accommodation.

Day 2 Full day Phantasialand

AM Breakfast at your hotel.

Meet your coach and transfer to Phantasialand for a full
day.

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Phantasialand. Located in Brühl, 1
hours’ drive from Koblenz, this is Germany's second most
visited theme. With its different themed regions, you can
experience extreme roller coasters, enjoy the amazing
Chinese architecture, listen to traditional African or
Mexican folk music, and take a tour of Germany’s capital
without leaving the theme park.

PM Meet your coach and return to your accommodation for
your evening meal.
In the evening, the group can go swimming at a local pool
in Freizeitbad Tauris, located about 15 mins away, before
returning to your accommodation.

Day 3 Full day sightseeing

AM Breakfast at your hotel.

Meet your coach and transfer to the Rhine River.
You will take a 1.5 hour boat trip along the Rhine to St.
Goarshausen. You could see the famous ‘cat’ and ‘mouse’
castles as well as the Loreley Rock – this is a treacherous
part of the river, where legend has it that a mermaid singing
from the rock lured many sailors to their death!

Continue by coach to go up to the Niederwald Heights
offering spectacular views over the river and the vineyard
hills (chair lift and cable car are closed at the period of the
year). At the top, you can visit the Niederwald Monument,
a statue which honours the nation of Germany.

After the visit, your group will have some free time for lunch
in Braubach.

PM Your group will visit the Marksburg Castle. This is the only
castle on the Rhine that has never been destroyed and is
well worth a visit offering visitors a perfect depiction of
medieval life.

Return to Koblenz, where your group can have dinner at
your accommodation.

On this evening, your group may enjoy a game of bowling
at a local bowling center before returning to your
accommodation.

Day 4 Full day sightseeing & Departure

AM Breakfast at your hotel and check out.

Meet your coach and transfer to Frankfurt for a full day
sightseeing.

Arriving in Frankfurt, visit the old town, Römerplatz, the
heart of Historic Frankfurt. For centuries, this large square
has been the centre of all festivities in Frankfurt. The Römer
is the historical town hall with a neo-Gothic façade. The
half-timbered buildings lining the square are true copies of
the originals. At the south end of Römerplatz is the
Nikolaikirche (St Nicolas’ Church). Behind it is the Historical
Museum with eclectic material on Frankfurt’s rich history.
Across the alley is Haus Wertheim, the only half-timbered
building in the old town that survived the inferno of 1945.

Another interesting way to see the city is by taking a river
cruise. Only a few steps away from the Römer, directly on
the Main quay at the Eiserner Steg, there is the main
landing stage where the group can board a river cruise.

PM Depart by coach to the airport for your return flight home.

Your group may depart from Dusseldorf or Frankfurt
airport for your return flight to Dublin.

Arrive Dublin. On arrival, group to make their own travel
arrangements home.

This is a sample itinerary for suggestion purposes only.
Please discuss any required modifications with your sales representative.

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Cologne Area Rhine Va

Cologne Museum of Chocolate Rhine River Cruise

In the museum's massive 4.000 m2 exhibition, you can learn The romantic Middle Rhine has a
about the history of chocolate: from the Mayan’s chocolate attraction. There is everything he
“drink of the gods” to favourite chocolates in Germany and day-trippers beat faster.
beyond. There are over 100,000 objects on display. €8.00 per person for school grou
€9.00 per student self-guided, €15.00 per adult.
Guided tours available on request for an additional cost.

Cologne Cathedral Rudesheim

The magnificent Cologne Cathedral hovers above the roofs and In the Rhine Gorge, Rüdesheim a
chimneys of the city. It is not only used as a point of orientation under lofty Riesling vineyards. Th
but is the pride of the people in Cologne. The panorama of the where the high gorge walls plung
city has been dominated by the Cathedral's gigantic pair of river. And guarding the banks ar
towers since their completion in 1880. UNESCO’s Upper Middle Rhine V
€3.00 per person to climb the tower.

Bay Arena Stadium Tour Niederwald Chair Lift

Bay Arena tours provide a fascinating, behind-the-scenes insight A highlight of any stay in Rüdesh
into our stadium. That includes coming down the tunnel onto to the Germania monument. The
the pitch, visiting the press conference room, Business and views over Rüdesheim's oldtown
Premium Lounges and the dug-outs - we offer a full range of the Rhine dotted with green isles
tours. the vineyards a very special expe
€10.00 per person guided tour. €5.00 per student under 18 years

Odysseum Museum Marksburg Castle

The Odysseum Adventure Museum in Cologne is unique in The Marksburg is a castle above
Germany! Expect two elaborately designed theme worlds which Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany.
take you into a prehistoric jungle and the vastness of the the Rhine Gorge UNESCO World
universe. used for protection rather than a
€6.00 per student, € per adult. €7.00 per student, €10.00 per ad
Guided tours: €140.00 per group

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alley Tour Heidelberg

always been a magical Heidelberg Castle
ere that makes the heart of a
Heidelberg Palace offers visitors a great deal of history and
ups for a 1-hour tour. many imaginative tours, or the simple pleasure of a walk
through this romantic vista. The castle ruins are among the
most important Renaissance structures north of the Alps.
€6.00 per student, €10.00 per adult.
Price includes return on Funicular Railway .

am Rhein is a wine-making town Heidelberg Zoo
he landscapes are full of drama,
ge to the broad, island-studded The Heidelberg Zoo, located on the bank of the Neckar River, is
re Medieval castles inscribed in home to over 1100 animals from more than 250 species. Part of
Valley World Heritage Site. the European Endangered Species Program (EEP) and the West
African Primate Conservation Action (WAPCA), the zoo helps to
raise conservation awareness and participates in breeding
programs for several endangered species.
€7.00 per student, €14.00 per adult.

heim is the ride in a cable car up Heidelberg Murder Mystery Tour
e awe-inspiring panoramic
n and the shimmering waters of A death at the university – was it a murder? A terrible secret
s make the smooth glide over waits in the middle of the cosy Heidelberg Old Town! A murder
erience. mystery Tour will take you back to the time around the turn of
s old, €10.00 per adult. the century. Uncover the truth during your walk through the
alleys of the Old Town, where evidence and witness statements
wait to be discovered!
€260 per group of 25 people - approx. 2 hours.

the town of Braubach in Heidelberg Maths Olympics
It is one of the principal sites of
Heritage Site. The fortress was Discover natural-sciences phenomena in architectural art and
as a residence for royal families. topography. Use estimate questions and calculations to
dult. approach the secrets of various sights. Look at the tricks of
p (max 19 people per group) . medieval and baroque architects, coopers and cooks, discover
what besiegers and defenders of the Castle did and didn’t
know.
€280 per group of 20 people - approx. 2 hours.

and are subject to change without prior notice. All visits are subject to availability.

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Frankfurt Area Bonn

Opel Factory Tour Beethoven House Museum

The plant in Rüsselsheim sets standards: strict quality Ludwig van Beethoven's birthpla

assurance, maximum flexibility, high productivity and exemplary people throughout the world and

standards in occupational safety and ergonomics. musical city of Bonn. The museum

€7.00 per person for school groups. Beethoven collection in the worl
Max 40 people per group. €5.00 per student, €10.00 per ad

Ebbelwei Sightseeing Train Schlöss Drachenberg

There are lots of ways of exploring and discovering Frankfurt – Schloss Drachenberg, a fairy tale
but travelling on VGF’s Ebbelwei-Express is definitely one of the architectural mishmash that con
most charming. As well as providing a first-class view of the reproduction of a Louis XIV thron
sights of Frankfurt, the tram also lets you explore some restored in honour of its startling
Frankfurt specialities in good company. represents a romantic yearning f
€5.00 per students, €10.00 per adult. €6.00 per student, €8.00 per adu
Guided tour: €100.00 per group +

Main Tower Climb Sea Life Aquarium Königswin

The famous financial skyline can be made out from a long way Walk through the 360° glass shar
and at its heart, where the financial district meets the city including surgeon fish, paddlefish
centre: the MAIN TOWER, not just a special skyscraper; it has marine life including turtles, rays
also become a true Frankfurt landmark. €
€5.00 per student, €8.00 per adult.

Urbans Kletterpark Nürburgring & Ring Werk

Whether suspension bridge, flying fox or hangelleiter ... fun is At the Ringwerk, Nürburgring’s la
guaranteed! An adventure world of ropes, beams and obstacles young and old embark on a journ
awaits you, with exciting tasks for your own personal world of motorsport. Here you c
adventure. With fun you explore nature from a completely around motorsport, mobility and
different perspective and get to know each other and your € 9.00 per person school group r
limits in a playful way. €120.00 per group backstage gui
€14.00 per person for school groups.

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d the main attraction in the
m presents the largest In Phantasialand visitors experience attractions guaranteed to
ld. bring extraordinary fun and adventure. The park is divided into
dult. 6 beautifully themed areas where the entire group will be
rewarded with excitement
€21.00 per person school group rate .

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ntains a fake organ and a
ne. It has been faithfully Holiday Park is one of Germany's most popular theme parks and
g history and because it is part park and part woodland. Its Free Fall Tower was the first
for a past that never was. amusement ride of its kind in Europe. The Park also offers
ult. several roller coasters, including Expedition GeForce, water
+ admission fee. rides, and live shows.
€20.00 per person for school groups.
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Movie Park Theme Park
rk tunnel; spot exotic fish
h, and clown fish; and see Movie Park Germany in Bottrop-Kirchhellen is a unique theme
s, octopus, and moray eels. park, which is devoted entirely to movies. The former Warner
Bros Movie World has six theme areas and more than 40
attractions and shows. It will not take long before you feel like a
movie star or cartoon hero!
€20.00 per person school group rate.

arge indoor theme park, visitors Swimming / Bowling / Laser Tag
ney of discovery through the
can find attractions revolving There are a number of evening activities to chose from
d the myth of the Nürburgring. depending on the location. You can request information on
rate. relevant activities close to your destination.
ided tour. Starting from €5.00 per person depending on the activity.

and are subject to change without prior notice. All visits are subject to availability.