Cologne - Rotterdam with MS Olympia

The Lower Rhine and its many estuaries connect the two cities Cologne and Rotterdam, vibrant centres of European economy and culture. Between the two cities the river has shaped the natural landscape and there are many picturesque villages and towns, which are worth visiting. Good cycle paths in flat terrain mean that this bicycle holiday is also suitable for less experienced cyclists. Your tour starts in Cologne.
Here you can find details about your boat, the MS Olympia.

Day 1 Arrival in Cologne
Embarkation starts at 3 pm, afterwards you can spend the evening in the historic city centre.

Day 2 Cologne - Düsseldorf, approx. 55 km 
A full day of cycling lies between the place of origin of two very different types of popular beer - Kölsch and Alt Beer. Medieval towns and meadows border on industrial plants.

Day 3 Düsseldorf - Arnhem, approx. 30 km, boat trip
The Lower Rhine presents its most beautiful side. In Xanten you will find extensive Roman ruins, which are easy to access. Overnight stay in Arnhem.

Day 4 Arnhem - Wijk bij Duurstede, approx. 30 km, boat trip
The Rhine branches out into countless large and small arms. The landscape resembles a park. Overnight stay in Wijk.

Day 5 Wijk bij Duurstede - Gorinchem, approx. 50 km
Today you will cycle through extensive natural landscapes in the Utrechtse Heuvelrug National Park. In Gorinchem you will find the remains of an impressive fortress.

Day 6 Gorinchem - Dordrecht, approx. 30 km
The tour will first lead you through De Biesbosch National Park, before Dordrecht offers vibrant town life.

Day 7 Dordrecht - Rotterdam, approx. 40 km
Today you will cycle past the famous windmill ensemble of Kinderdijk. The river Maas accompanies you into the metropolis Rotterdam.

Day 8 Departure
After breakfast your tour Cologne-Rotterdam on MS Olympia comes to an end.

• 7 nights aboard in your chosen category
• full board (7 x breakfast, 6 packed lunches, 7 x dinner)
• afternoon coffee and cake served daily
• cabins are cleaned daily
• bed linen and towels supplied
• all passenger- and harbour fees
• on-board tour guide
• bike tours are introduced and discussed daily
• GPS tracks
• detailed travel documents in english
• optional excursions, can be booked on board
• optional rental bike

• outside cabins, approx. 11-12 sqm (118-129 sq ft), with ensuite WC and shower
• level-access beds
• individually adjustable air conditioning
• upper deck cabins with opening panoramic windows
• cabins aft: during sailing and manoeuvres the engine sounds can be more audible here

Rental bicycles:

• We offer comfortable unisex-bikes with 7-speed gearboxes/coaster brakes or freewheel, equipped with a bike bag and a bike lock. We also offer e-bikes if desired.

Travel time 2021:

• Arrival on saturdays
  26.06.
• Minimum number of participants: 75. This tour can be cancelled by the provider up to 3 weeks prior to its commencement. If this is the case, we will strive to supply our customers with an equivalent offer.

•   949 EUR 2-bed cabin main deck
• 1049 EUR 2-bed cabin upper deck aft
• 1099 EUR 2-bed cabin upper deck

• 1299 EUR single cabin upper deck
• 1249 EUR 2-bed cabin main deck, single occupancy

•     75 EUR rental bike
•   165 EUR e-bike

• booking code "Cologne-Rotterdam - MS Olympia":
  RS-NKO-7M
• how you can save some money
• costs of cancellation

The booking process

Arrival:

• Arrival by car:
  Parking: Car park or multi-storey car park: for example Globus multi-storey car park (guarded, prior reservation needed), approx. 6 km from the Cologne jetty, costs approx. € 90,- to € 110,- per week.

• Arrival by train:
  Cologne Main Station

• Arrival by plane:
  Airport Köln/Bonn

Return transfer:

• Under your own steam by train, every hour, duration approx. 3,5 h, 1 change, normal fare approx. EUR 50.

Perfectly looked after:
During your tour, we are available between 8 am and 8 pm, 7 days a week. We are happy to help with any kind of problems you might be having. You will find this emergency number in your travel documents.

Please note:

• As is the case with all boat trips, changes in travel itineraries due to the weather, the rivers’ water levels or technical issues can be undertaken at any time.