Boat & Bike in Swabia - MS Casanova

Day 1 Arrival in Frankfurt
Embarkation at 4 p.m. During dinner, the ship will take you to Nierstein, the largest wine-growing community in Rheinhessen.

Day 2 Nierstein - Mannheim, approx. 60 km/37 mi
The Rhine Cycle Route takes you via the imperial city of Worms to Mannheim, where the Neckar flows into the Rhine. The imposing Baroque palace, the bustling ‘Planken’ shopping mile and the impressive water tower characterise the cityscape of the ‘city of squares’.

Day 3 Mannheim - Heidelberg, approx. 26 km/16 mi
The first stop is Ladenburg, once the retirement home of Karl Benz. Are you more tempted by a visit to the car museum or a stroll through the well-preserved historic town centre with its picturesque half-timbered houses? Heidelberg Castle greets you from afar.

Day 4 Heidelberg - Eberbach, approx. 34 km/21 mi
Castles and ruins sit on the hills, and you cycle to Eberbach on flat paths. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of the Staufer town as you stroll through the winding alleys and across the small squares.

Day 5 Eberbach - Bad Wimpfen, approx. 45 km/28 mi
Hornberg Castle, once owned by Götz von Berlichingen, is considered one of the most beautiful castles in the Neckar Valley. Bad Wimpfen, with its imposing Staufer Imperial Palace and picturesque half-timbered houses, takes you on a journey into the medieval past.

Day 6 Bad Wimpfen - Lauffen, 30 km/19 mi, boat trip
Gentle river valleys, steep vineyards, idyllic wine villages with wine taverns and cosy pubs accompany you on today's tour along the Neckar. A route full of nature, culture and enjoyment.

Day 7 Stuttgart-Bad Canstatt
Today, the choice is yours – would you prefer a leisurely tour along the Neckar, a visit to the State Gallery, a shopping spree on Königsstraße, a day at the thermal baths in Bad Canstatt, or a visit to Wilhelma Zoo? Enjoy your last day of holiday!

Day 8 Departure
After breakfast your tour "Boat & Bike in Swabia" concludes. Disembarkation at around 9 a.m.

Here are the details on MS Casanova.

Included in your package "Boat & Bike in Swabia":

• 7 nights aboard in your chosen category
• 7 x breakfast
• 6 packed lunches
• 7 x dinner, excl. beverages
• complimentary coffee/tea
• welcome drink
• bed linen and towels supplied
• english speaking on-board tour guide
• bike tours are introduced and discussed daily
• detailed travel documents in english
• GPS tracks
• passenger-, harbour- and lock dutie
• optional rental bike

Accomodation:

• outside cabins, 12 sqm/129 sq ft with ensuite WC and shower
• 2 outside cabins deluxe, 16 sqm/172 sq ft with ensuite WC and shower
• main deck cabins with panoramic window which can't be opened
• upper deck cabins with french balcony
• level access beds
• eco cabins: during sailing and manoeuvres the engine sounds can be more audible here

Rental bicycles:

• We offer comfortable unisex-bikes with 7-speed gearboxes and coaster brakes or freewheel, equipped with a bike bag and a bike lock. We also offer e-bikes if desired.
• If you choose to wear a helmet, we recommend using your own due to the variety of head sizes and shapes and for hygienic reasons.

Travel time 2026:

• Arrival on saturdays
  30.05. + 13.06. + 25.07. + 08.08.
• Minimum number of participants: 18. This tour can be cancelled by the provider up to 21 days prior to its commencement. If this is the case, we will strive to supply our customers with an equivalent offer.

Prices:

All prices are per person.

• 1199 € 2-bed cabin main deck, ECO
• 1399 € 2-bed cabin main deck
• 1499 € 2-bed cabin main deck, deluxe
• 1499 € 2-bed cabin upper deck, ECO
• 1599 € 2-bed cabin upper deck
   
• 1959 € 2-bed cabin for single use, main deck
• 2239 € 2-bed cabin for single use, upper deck
   
• 100 € rental bike
• 220 € e-bike
•   50 € private bike/e-bike
   
• booking code "Boat & Bike in Swabia":
  RS-RFSC-7M
• how you can save some money
• costs of cancellation

The booking process

Arrival to "Boat & Bike in Swabia":

• Parking
  - Alt-Sachsenhausen parking garage, approx. 155 € / week, approx. 8 minutes on foot to the landing stage
  - Dom am Römer underground parking garage, approx. 185 € / week, approx. 12 minutes on foot to the landing stage

• Arrival by train:
  Frankfurt (Main) central station
  Take the U5 or U4 to Willy Brandt-Platz, cost approx. 3 €, 5 minutes by foot to the landing stage
  Alternatively, take tram no. 16, no. 14, or no. 11 to Willy Brandt-Platz, cost approx 3 €, 5 minutes by foot to the landing stage

• Arrival by plane:
  Airport Frankfurt, there are several scheduled providers, see e.g. here.
  Alternatively, get a taxi from the airport to the quay.

Return transfer:

• Under your own steam by train, duration approx. 2 h, no changes, cost approx. 35 €

Personal bikes:
Depending on capacity you can take your own bike on request. Please note, however, that your bike will be loaded twice a day with many others on and off the ship and damage can not be ruled out. A liability for this can not be assumed. We advise you to book one of the good rental bikes.

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.