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Luxury Wine Tour on the Rhine

Explore Germany on the Luxury Wine Tour on the Rhine

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About this tour:

7 days

Apr-Oct

Standard Biking

Self-Guided, Private

Hotels

Moderate (3/5)

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Meals

Don't worry about meals. 6 breakfasts are included.

Transfers

Check out the 'What's Included' tab for more info on personal transfers during your tour.

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Travel stress-free knowing in-country local support is available by regular phone or WhatsApp to support you during your tour.

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Enjoy the flexibility and ease of staggered payments in your own currency using your choice of credit card.

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Route notes, maps, and/or a trail app make navigation on this tour a breeze.

Park Entrance Fees

Included where possible! Check the 'What's Included' tab for more info on park entrance fees during your tour.

Luggage transfers

Take a load off, with optional or included luggage transfers. Check inclusions for further details.

Accommodation for Luxury Wine Tour on the Rhine

This tour is based in hotels. Accommodations on this trip are of a 4-star, and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplemental fee to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.

Night 1

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Hotel Annaberg

Situated amidst its own vineyards, this hotel offers a marvellous view onto Bad Dürkheim and the entire Rhine river valley.

Night 2

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Hotel Amelie

This newly-opened Boutique-hotel has a central location that is only a few steps away from the town centre in the former French barracks area, making it great for exploring the surrounding area.

Night 3

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Hotel Residenz am Königsplatz

This small but neat hotel has a history dating back to the 18th Century and was lovingly restored, offering guests state-of-the-art comfort set in an historic ambience.

Night 4

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Hotel Berheim 41

This modern hotel is located near the renowned historic centre of Heidelberg, providing a feel good ambience and modern design.

Night 5

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Parkhotel Prinz Carl

The lavishly designed Parkhotel is located a 15-minute walk away from the city centre and was only converted into a hotel in 2004, providing guests with sophisticated and modern comforts.

Night 6

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Hotel Annaberg

Situated amidst its own vineyards, this hotel offers a marvellous view onto Bad Dürkheim and the entire Rhine river valley.

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Luxury Wine Tour on the Rhine Tour Details

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Itinerary for Luxury Wine Tour on the Rhine

Day 1

Arrival in Bad Dürkheim

Overnight Location - Hotel in Bad Dürkheim | Distance - None | Meals - None

After arriving in Bad Dürkheim, you will meet up for a welcome briefing and bike fitting. Afterwards, you can spend the evening enjoying the marvellous views overlooking the vines and the town.

Day 2

Cycle Through Vineyards to Landau

Overnight Location - Hotel in Landau | Distance - 50 km | Meals - Breakfast

The first day of cycling on the tour will take you on a route through charming wine-growing towns and the surrounding vineyards. Picture-perfect Sankt Martin and Edenkoben – former summer residences of the Bavarian kings – will be seen along the way. This romantic cycling route will continue on, eventually leading to the former French fortress Landau.

Day 3

Bike the Rhine Cycle Path to Speyer

Overnight Location - Hotel in Speyer | Distance - 55 km | Meals - Breakfast

Today the Queichtal cycle path will lead you from Landau through shaded forests all the way to Germersheim, where you can view the impressive walls of the former fortress. Following the well-developed Rhine cycle path into the imperial town of Speyer, you will be able to witness the striking beauty of its UNESCO-World Cultural Heritage Site cathedral.

Day 4

The Historic City of Heidelberg

Overnight Location - Hotel in Heidelberg | Distance - 25 km | Meals - Breakfast

Today will be a shorter leg of the tour, leaving you with plenty of time for the various cultural highlights located en route. A visit to the famous palace and gardens in Schwetzingen is always recommended, and further along the route the striking palace complex of Heidelberg will be visible from afar. Eventually you will cycle into the unique old part of town that is located directly at the Neckar riverside.

Day 5

Cycle to the Imperial City of Worms

Overnight Location - Hotel in Worms | Distance - 45 km | Meals - Breakfast

On day 5 of the tour you will follow the River Neckar as far as Ladenburg, where the many half-timber houses create an exceptional ambience. Continuing on through extensive wooded areas in the Rhine Valley, you will follow the route all the way into the old imperial city of Worms with its amazing cathedral.

Day 6

Wine Tasting and Return to Bad Dürkheim

Overnight Location - Hotel in Bad Dürkheim | Distance - 40 km | Meals - Breakfast

The final day of cycling on your tour will take you from the Rhine Valley to the second-largest German wine-growing area. Experience wine culture in the small and large wine-growing communities that have a rich history dating all the way back to Roman times. Finally, you will sample some excellent Palatine wine in the renowned vineyard estate “Weingut Fitz Ritter”.

Day 7

Departure

Overnight Location - None | Distance - None | Meals - Breakfast

After breakfast, you will pack your things and “auf wiedersehen” to the beautiful Rhineland for an individual departure from the region.

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Frequently asked questions for Luxury Wine Tour on the Rhine

How hard is the Luxury Wine Tour on the Rhine?

We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. Cyclists will need to be able to cover between 40 and 70 kilometres per day, and there is one longer ascent throughout the tour.

Do I need a visa to travel to Germany?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Luxury Wine Tour on the Rhine?

6 breakfasts are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover cycling. Get your travel insurance.

How do I get to Bad Dürkheim to start this tour?

Fly into the Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden (FKB) or Frankfurt/Main (FRA) airports, then transfer to the Bad Dürkheim train station.

Is the Luxury Wine Tour on the Rhine in English?

Yes, the travel documents and resources for this trip are in English.

Where does the Luxury Wine Tour on the Rhine end?

The Luxury Wine Tour on the Rhine ends where it began, in Bad Dürkheim. From there, you can head to the Bad Dürkheim train station and transfer to either the Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden (FKB) or Frankfurt/Main (FRA) airports.

Can I rent a bike?

Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. Rental bikes come in 7-gear and 21/24-gear varieties. You can also rent an e-bike.

Can I bring my own bike?

Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a road bike suitable for the demands of the tour.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Germany?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Germany?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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