
France, Luxembourg & Germany Bike & Boat: Mosel River Valley, Aboard the Princesse Royal
Guided Bike & Boat
- Daily Mileage: 8 - 40 miles|
- Biking: 1 - 4 hours|
Starting From
11-day Air Package
$6,095
8-day Bike Tour Only
$4,845
Per person, double occupancy
France, Luxembourg & Germany Bike & Boat: Mosel River Valley, Aboard the Princesse Royal
The Mosel River Valley is truly a sight to behold—and so is our premium barge, the Princesse Royal. As your charming ship cruises the storied Mosel River, you’ll cycle mostly flat paths through the picturesque medieval villages of France, Luxembourg, and Germany—discovering incredible vineyards, half-timbered wine villages, and ancient castle ruins along the way. On board, cabins are tastefully furnished and include private bathrooms and individually controlled air conditioning units for maximum comfort—plus a lounge and dining area with full bar, two partially shaded sundecks, and a Jacuzzi tub. Best of all, you choose the pace of your vacation—with longer cycling options available, and the freedom to relax on deck and enjoy this delightful river cruise to its fullest.
Tour Highlights
- Experience three countries—France, Luxembourg, and Germany—up close, by bike.
- View quaint villages, lush vineyards and forests, and fairytale castles as you roll along a scenic river.
- Explore the ancient Roman and medieval treasures of Trier.
- Enjoy a private wine tasting.
- Relax on your barge and sip Germany’s finest Rieslings and beers.
What to Expect
This tour offers easy terrain on bike paths and roads through both urban and rural areas. Our VBT support vehicle is available every day at designated points for those who would like assistance.
- Daily Mileage: 8 - 40 miles|
- Biking: 1 - 4 hours|
- Group Size: 30
Cycling
Cyclists
Support
Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):
Jun67º/52º
Jul72º/56º
Aug69º/54º
Sep63º/49º
Oct54º/43º
Average
Precipitation:
Jun3.17 in
Jul4.87 in
Aug4.37 in
Sep2.23 in
Oct1.85 in
Air Package | Tour Only |
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Roundtrip international airfare | ||
Airport car service for arrival and departure | ||
One night in Luxembourg City and one night in Koblenz in conveniently located hotels with daily breakfast | ||
7 nights aboard a private deluxe canal barge | ||
16 meals: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinners |

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Road Bicycle (Carbon frame)
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Step-Through Electric-Assisted Bicycle (E-bike)
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Custom VBT Bike and Helmet
Two Local, Bilingual Trip Leaders
Support Vehicle
Luggage Transportation
Ride with GPS and Daily Route Notes
Welcome Reception
Facilitated Cultural Experiences
Your Choice of VBT Branded Gear for Your Adventure
Accommodations (Please Note: Days are based on the Air Package Itinerary. Accommodations may vary depending on departure date. )
Enjoy Your Vacation Longer With Low-Cost Trip Extensions
Air Package Only
2024 Pre-Trip Extension - Luxembourg City
1 Night From $195 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $195
- 1 night at Hotel Le Royal Luxembourg
- Airport car service on arrival
- Daily breakfast
- City information
Your vacation is about to begin! Spend your first night aloft and arrive ready for an unforgettable trip.
Start off your first day in Luxembourg City right by having a VBT representative greet you at the airport. A complimentary car service will whisk you to your centrally located hotel. From here, you are perfectly positioned to explore this charming city at your leisure.
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to explore on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Air Package Only
2023 Pre-Trip Extension - Paris
2 Nights From $445 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $345
- 2 nights at M Social Hotel Paris Opera or at Hotel Château Frontenac
- Airport car service on arrival in Paris
- Train from Paris to Metz
- Daily breakfast
- City information
Your vacation is about to begin! Spend your first night aloft and arrive ready for an unforgettable trip.
Start off your first day in Paris right by having a VBT representative greet you at the airport. A complimentary car service will whisk you to your centrally located hotel. From here, you are perfectly positioned to explore this charming city at your leisure.
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to explore on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to explore on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Air Package Only
2024 Post-Trip Extension - Berlin
3 Nights From $445 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $195
- 3 nights at Park Plaza Wallstreet Berlin Mitte Hotel
- Car service to train station
- Train from Frankfurt to Berlin
- Airport car service for departure
- Hospitality desk
- Daily breakfast
- City information
This morning, travel to Frankfurt’s railway station and board the high-speed Intercity Express (ICE) to Berlin (approximately four hours and 15 minutes). We recommend you buy a picnic lunch for your journey.
Upon arrival at Berlin Hauptbahnhof (the Berlin Main railway station), a VBT representative meets you and provides your transportation (approximately 20 minutes) to your centrally located hotel.
VBT provides you with city information that includes recommendations on what to see and do in Berlin. The rest of the day is yours to explore independently. Meals are on your own.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to continue exploring on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to continue exploring on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After an included breakfast this morning, complimentary transportation to the Berlin airport will be provided (an approximately 45 minutes to one hour drive, depending on traffic) for your departing flight.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Air Package Only
2023 Post-Trip Extension - Berlin
3 Nights From $545 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $195
- 3 nights at Park Plaza Wallstreet Berlin Mitte Hotel
- Car service to train station
- Train from Frankfurt to Berlin
- Airport car service for departure
- Hospitality desk
- Daily breakfast
- City information
This morning, travel to Frankfurt’s railway station and board the high-speed Intercity Express (ICE) to Berlin (approximately four hours and 15 minutes). We recommend you buy a picnic lunch for your journey.
Upon arrival at Berlin Hauptbahnhof (the Berlin Main railway station), a VBT representative meets you and provides your transportation (approximately 20 minutes) to your centrally located hotel.
VBT provides you with city information that includes recommendations on what to see and do in Berlin. The rest of the day is yours to explore independently. Meals are on your own.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to continue exploring on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to continue exploring on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After an included breakfast this morning, complimentary transportation to the Berlin airport will be provided (an approximately 45 minutes to one hour drive, depending on traffic) for your departing flight.
Included Meals: Breakfast

Everything about the trip was the best of the best! Including VBT's group leaders, the crew on the barge, and the comradarie you develop by eating breakfasts and dinners on the barge together. Not to mention, you don't have to change hotels during the trip! The scenery from the barge and on the bikes was like being in a fairy tale!
France, Luxembourg & Germany Bike & Boat: Mosel River Valley, Aboard the Princess Royal
This trip was first class. We enjoyed exploring Luxembourg City and Metz before boarding the barge. The barge experience was excellent - the rooms were small but adequate, the food was wonderful, and the crew was attentive and engaged well with the guests. The bike leaders, Axel, Arnaud, and Felix worked very well together, were very well organized and knowledgeable, and were very funny and entertaining as well. Felix's piano skills were a surprising addition to some of our evenings. Most of the riding was on very good, paved bicycle paths rather than on roads. I would make two suggestions:…
France, Luxembourg & Germany Bike & Boat: Mosel River Valley, Aboard the Princess Royal
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