Tour details

Embarkation starts at 4:00 p.m in Frankfurt/Main. At 6:00 p.m., it's time to cast off! Enjoy your first dinner cruise as the ship travels from the Main into the Rhine. Your vessel will moor overnight in the idyllic town of Nierstein.

Frankfurt am Main skyline with Gothic cathedral spire, iron bridge over Main River, and yellow flowering tree in foreground under blue sky.

View of Frankfurt am Main skyline from white boat on Main River, showing modern skyscrapers and historic buildings under blue sky with clouds.

With almost 1,000 hectares of vineyards, Nierstein is the largest wine-growing community along the Rhine. Start your day with a visit to the historic town center, featuring a medieval marketplace and noble estates. Then cycle directly along the Rhine, heading first to the imperial city of Worms. The scenic path across the Friesenheimer Island later offers a striking contrast to the industrial Rhinefront of BASF on the opposite bank. A few kilometers further on, you’ll reach the confluence of the Neckar and Rhine rivers near Mannheim, where your ship will be waiting. If you still have some energy, take a detour through the “City of Squares” to its impressive baroque palace.

Aerial view of Nierstein with church tower, traditional houses, Rhine River, and vineyard rows in foreground under cloudy sky.

Historic Mannheim Water Tower surrounded by formal gardens with colorful flower beds, reflecting pond, and mature trees under a cloudy sky.

Today, follow the scenic course of the Neckar River by bike all the way to Heidelberg. The Roman town of Ladenburg, with its charming historic center, is well worth a short stop along the way. From a distance, the ruins of Heidelberg Castle can already be seen towering above the old town. Stroll across the famous sandstone bridge or wander through the narrow alleys and picturesque squares of Heidelberg’s historic center.

Scenic view of Luisenpark in Mannheim with a calm lake surrounded by lush green trees and reeds. The distinctive Mannheim TV tower rises in the background under a blue sky with white clouds.

Historic Heidelberg Castle ruins with red sandstone walls and round tower, surrounded by lush green forest under blue sky with white clouds.

Today, you’ll cycle via Ziegelhausen and through the Odenwald to Neckarsteinach. From there, continue on to Hirschhorn and finally to your stage destination: the historic Staufer town of Eberbach. A stroll through its narrow alleys and small squares offers a chance to soak up the cheerful atmosphere of this charming old town.

Panoramic view of Heidelberg with the Neckar River, historic Old Bridge, medieval castle ruins on hillside, and traditional buildings.

Medieval town of Eberbach with half-timbered houses along the Neckar River, featuring a Gothic church and castle on the hillside.

Today’s destination, Bad Wimpfen, is a fairytale-like medieval town that once served as a residence for Emperor Frederick I Barbarossa in 1182. Before arriving, you might take a detour to Hornberg Castle — one of the most beautiful castles in the Neckar Valley. After 1259, it became a fief of the Bishops of Speyer and later, in the 16th century, the home of Götz von Berlichingen.

View of Bad Wimpfen's historic hilltop town with medieval towers and red-roofed buildings above the Neckar River, framed by green parkland.

Today, enjoy a relaxed and delightful ride along the Neckar, following well-developed cycle paths through gentle river valleys, past vineyards and idyllic wine villages. Along the way, it’s well worth stopping in one of the small wine towns, known for their rustic taverns and welcoming local inns. Your destination is Lauffen am Neckar – the hometown of the famous poet Friedrich Hölderlin and a true gem of the region. The charming old town, with its timber-framed houses and rich wine tradition, invites you to linger. A route full of nature, culture, and indulgence – perfect for a laid-back cycling day in the heart of the Neckar Valley.

Aerial view of Bad Wimpfen showing twin church towers, red-tiled roofs, and the Neckar River winding through green countryside.

Today is all about Baden‑Württemberg’s capital, Stuttgart. Discover the city’s diverse surroundings — from idyllic vineyards and green parks to charming suburbs. If you’re up for a workout, tackle the heights of the Stuttgart basin and you’ll be rewarded with sweeping views over the city, the Rems Valley, or the Swabian Alb.

Whether you prefer a leisurely ride along the Neckar or a more athletic route through the vineyards, a cycling tour around Stuttgart offers something for everyone and shows the city at its green, indulgent best.

If you’d rather skip the bike, there’s the option to explore Stuttgart and its surroundings on a guided walking tour (optional). Must‑sees include Schlossplatz - the vibrant heart of the city - the Königsstraße, and the Staatsgalerie. Tech enthusiasts will enjoy the Mercedes‑Benz Museum or the Porsche Museum (not included).

Bronze fountain sculpture at Schlossplatz Stuttgart with classical figures and water jets, neoclassical palace with columns in background.

Schiller Square in Stuttgart featuring a Gothic church with twin towers, historic yellow half-timbered building, and bronze statue on cobblestone plaza.

Disembarkation by 9:00 a.m. and individual journey home.

Sun deck of MS Casanova with deck chairs, red life ring, and white railings overlooking a river landscape with trees and church spire.

Tour character

Mostly on well-developed long-distance cycle paths along flat river landscapes, with paved or finely gravelled surfaces. The route also includes some quiet country roads. Gentle hills and occasional climbs must be tackled, making this tour ideal for active travelers who enjoy both exercise and comfort.

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Map showing cycling route from Frankfurt/Main to Stuttgart/Bad Cannstatt via Nierstein, Mannheim, Heidelberg, Eberbach, Bad Wimpfen, Lauffen.

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Rental Bikes

Red SE-Tours rental bike with blue panniers parked on grass near waterfront with city skyline and cloudy blue sky in background.

Bike Rental

Hub gear, available with freewheel or coaster brake

7-gear-Unisex-trekking bikes (brand: Velo de Ville - special SE-Tours edition)
With hand brake and freewheel or coaster brakes only (subject to availability, please indicate as a non-binding customer request by the booking)
Pannier bag and rental bike insurance included

45 cm

50 cm

55 cm

E-Bike

Hub gear, available with freewheel or coaster brake

8-gear-E-Bikes (brand: Velo de Ville - special SE-Tours edition)
With hand brake and freewheel or coaster brakes only (subject to availability, please indicate as a non-binding customer request by the booking)
Pannier bag and rental bike insurance included

45 cm

50 cm

55 cm

Prices and dates

Prices per person in EUR

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Services

Services included

Seven nights in outside cabins with private facilities in the booked cabin category
Program according to routing
All charges for harbours, bridges and locks
Room cleaning every day, changing of towels and bed cloths as necessary
Welcome-Drink
Full board consisting of 7x breakfast, 6x lunch snack on board (non-cyclists) or lunch package for cycle tours,
6x coffee or tea in the afternoon, 7x 3-course-dinner
Daily meeting for the cycle tours
Digital travel documents via GUIBO-App incl. GPS tracks for bike tours
Tour guide on board

Not included

Journey to Bamberg and from Regensburg, shuttles, bike rentals, entrance fees and excursions, city maps, ferry fees, travel insurances, parking fees, tips, drinks on board

Information

Embarkation from 4:00 pm

Disembarkation until 09:00 am

Minimum number of participants 75 guests (must have been reached within 21 days prior to departure).

To bring your own bike On request only – due to lack of space on sun deck. E-bikes exclusively with removable battery pack. We exclude any liability for loss, theft and damage - this also applies to damage caused by transportation from shore to ship or vice versa.

Travel safe and secure with SE-Tours We recommend to wear a bike helmet. Onboard Selling: UVEX I-VO € 45.- per helmet, limited number.

Excursions We offer a small excursion program, that can be booked directly on board at the cruise director only. You will get a brief description together with your travel documents. Depending on the number of participants some excursions could be carried out in 2 languages (German/ English).

Luggage We recommend: rainwear, bicycle helmet, sunhat and sneakers.

Schedule and program changes Basically, we reserve the right to make changes of routing and program. In case of flood or low tide, the shipping company reserves the right to bridge parts of passages by buses. In extreme situations, the shipping company reserves the right to cancel the journey on short notice. No legal right shall be constituted of both situations. The same applies for officially ordered - previously not announced - repair work on locks or bridges.

Notes Please be aware that a cruise ship is not only your hotel but also a machine, working with engine power also during the night. Especially crossing locks and bridges - and the preparation work - may cause noise. If you are sensitive please bring your own ear plugs.

Digital Travel documents and roadmaps: In the interest of sustainability and climate protection, please choose our digital route book instead of printed travel documents. The GUIBO app is your constant companion during your SE-Tours original trip. A glance at your smartphone is enough to keep you safe and worry-free, with all the important information at hand. Travel information, ship and contact details and your bike tours are available digitally in the route book, available offline and thus accessible at any time. The app is available for free and works on all standard smartphones. You will automatically receive the access data to download your booked trip via email before your journey begins.

Travel documents EU-citizens (without special situations like dual citizenship, main residence abroad or a limited-validity passport) are required to have a valid passport or ID-card, not expiring within six (6) months of the return of your cruise. We kindly ask non-EU citizens, EU-nationals with multiple citizenship or anybody who has to respect special legal entry requirements for the country to visit, to inform about visa and entry documents at the competent embassy.

This trip is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility.

We recommend that you take out a travel health insurance with repatriation coverage as well as baggage, accident and travel cancellation insurances.

You may cancel the booking at any time. For cancellation fees, please refer to the booking conditions of SE-Tours. The tour operator’s terms and conditions apply: SE-Tours GmbH, Am Grollhamm 12a, 27574 Bremerhaven.