Tour details
Individual arrival and embarkation 4:00 pm. On the ship, you will be welcomed by your captain and crew and the tour management.
This first stage along the Rheinsteig requires good basic fitness, but it’s well worth the effort: after a peaceful start along the Rhine promenade, the route takes you through the idyllic Bienhorn Valley and up to Liedches Hill. Narrow paths, wide vistas, and continuous ups and downs shape this scenic trail. Over the Lahnhöhe ridge and past Lahneck Castle, the trail leads through the quiet Schlierbach Valley to the Kerkertser Plateau—always with views of the Rhine and the Marksburg Castle. The day's destination is the picturesque town of Braubach with its beautiful half-timbered architecture.
You travel from Braubach to Boppard by train and ferry.
Today you can choose between two impressive hiking routes, depending on your mood and fitness level:
The RheinBurgenWeg, a scenic route with moderate ascents: through forest and along a sculpture trail to the Maria Ruh viewpoint with its famous Loreley panorama. The route ends in beautiful Oberwesel, along the historic city walls with a sweeping view of the Rhine.
Travel from Boppard to St. Goar by train.
The “Royal Stage” of the Rheinsteig is demanding and physically challenging—with many ascents and descents, steep rocky paths, and a long route. But every climb is rewarded: breathtaking views of the World Heritage Rhine Valley, quiet side valleys, dramatic rock formations, and the iconic Loreley Plateau make this stage an unforgettable experience for experienced hikers.
Some sections can be shortened by bus. Travel from Boppard to St. Goarshausen by train and ferry, then from Kaub by ferry to Engelsburg near Oberwesel.
The Rheinsteig trail starts from Lorch with sweeping views over the Rhine Valley and surrounding castles. Narrow paths run along the edge of the slope, through vineyards and shaded forest. After descending into picturesque Assmannshausen, a steep climb leads to the “Magic Cave.” The highlight at the end is the Niederwald Monument overlooking Rüdesheim, which can be reached on foot or by cable car.
Travel from Oberwesel to Lorch by train and ferry.
This stage begins with lovely views over Rüdesheim and impressively combines nature and culture. The Abbey of Eibingen and the Marienthal Monastery offer moments of peaceful reflection. Continue through forests and vineyards toward Oestrich-Winkel—passing the splendid Vollrads Castle, whose park invites a relaxing break.
Travel from Oestrich-Winkel to Mainz by train.
Today, you explore part of the RheinTerrassenWeg—with impressive views over the Rhine, the Taunus hills, and even the Frankfurt skyline. The hike begins in Mainz and initially follows the river. The landscape gradually changes as you cross the former limestone quarry of Weisenau—a fascinating geological site revealing millions of years of earth history. A panoramic viewpoint at Laubenheimer Höhe is a true highlight. In Bodenheim, lovely riverfront promenades and wide vistas await.
From Bodenheim, you travel by train to either Nierstein or Worms. If you reach Nierstein in time, you can join your floating hotel for the final leg to Worms.
Today’s stage starts right on the Rhine riverbank in Worms, taking you once again onto the scenic RheinTerrassenWeg. Following the small Pfrimm River—like a green ribbon through the city—you hike along a former railway line to the grand Herrnsheim Palace. Its expansive English-style gardens offer a striking contrast to the surrounding vineyards. A special section awaits around the Abenheim Sculpture Trail, where art and nature blend harmoniously. On the way to Osthofen, you pass the striking mountain church and several well-preserved vineyard huts, showcasing the region's deep wine-growing tradition.
From Osthofen, travel by suburban train to Nierstein or Mainz. If you're back in Nierstein early, you can enjoy the final river passage on board.
After breakfast, disembarkation until 09:00 am.
Tour character
Partly challenging, narrow, and rocky paths with frequent ascents and descents – especially along the Rheinsteig, surefootedness, a head for heights, and good physical fitness are required. This tour is aimed at experienced hikers with a background in varied terrain.
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Prices and dates
Services & Information
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 package for tours or snack on board (non-cyclists), 6x coffee or tea in the afternoon, 7x 3-course-dinner
- Daily meeting for the tours
- Digital travel documents via GUIBO-App incl. GPS tracks for tours
- Tour guide on board
Services not included
Journey way, shuttles, bike rentals, entrance fees and excursions, city maps, ferry fees, travel insurances, parking fees, tips, drinks on board, personal expenses
On hiking tours, additional costs for ferry and train rides may apply, ranging from approx. €4.00 to €12.00 per day. It may be a good idea to purchase a Deutschland-Ticket right away. (Valid throughout Germany on all local public transport (not valid in ICE, IC/EC))
Embarkation at 4.00 p.m.
Disembarkation from 9.00 a.m.
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 Travel safe and secure with SE-Tours: We recommend to wear a bike helmet. Onboard selling (limited quantities; brand: UVEX I-VO): EUR 45,- a piece, payment: cash only
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)
Schedule and program changes Basically, we reserve the right to make changes of routing and program. If there is low or high water and a route cannot be shipped, the captain reserves the right to change the route in view of your safety (this cannot be accepted as a reason for free withdrawal). Same applies to previously unbeknownst administrative orders of lock or bridge repairs.
Digital Travel Documents and Routemaps In the interest of sustainability and climate protection, opt for our digital route book instead of printed travel documents. The GUIBO app is your constant companion during your SE-Tours original journey. A glance at your smartphone is all you need to travel safely and worry-free, with all important information at your fingertips. Travel information, ship details, contact information, and your bike tours are available digitally in the route book, accessible offline and at any time. The app is available for free and works on all standard smartphones. You will automatically receive the access details to download your booked trip via email before your trip begins. If you still prefer to receive all documents from us in printed form beforehand, an additional fee will apply. We will send you all travel information in advance via Email, and the maps for your bike tours will be available exclusively on board.
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.
Public car park near the pier in Koblenz from approx. € 140,-/week and free commuter parking outside. From there you can take the public bus into the city. No reservation possible.
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Ann-Christin Neue
