--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: cd8fae27-71f4-40bf-96fe-4b876e1b02aa slug: 2359314 voyage_code: MO124 cruise_line: Saga River Cruises ship: Spirit of the Moselle departure_date: return_date: nights: 10 embarkation_port: Mainz disembarkation_port: Mainz starting_price_usd: bookable: false last_updated: 2026-10-19T18:20:29Z --- # Main, Rhine and Moselle Explorer 2027 aboard Spirit of the Moselle > Saga River Cruises · Spirit of the Moselle · Apr 30 – May 10, 2027   (10 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Saga River Cruises | | **Ship** | Spirit of the Moselle | | **Duration** | 10 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Mainz | | **Disembarkation Port** | Mainz | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | MO124 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Mainz **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 10:00 PM Mainz is a German city on the Rhine River. It’s known for its old town, with half-timbered houses and medieval market squares. In the center, the Marktbrunnen is a Renaissance fountain with red columns. Nearby, a distinctive octagonal tower tops the Romanesque Mainz Cathedral, built of deep red sandstone. The Gutenberg Museum honors the inventor of the printing press with exhibits, including 2 of his original bibles ### Day 2: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 2: Strasbourg **Arrives:** 07:00 PM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Strasbourg is the capital city of the Grand Est region, formerly Alsace, in northeastern France. It's also the formal seat of the European Parliament and sits near the German border, with culture and architecture blending German and French influences. Its Gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame features daily shows from its astronomical clock and sweeping views of the Rhine River from partway up its 142m spire. ### Day 3: Strasbourg **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Strasbourg is the capital city of the Grand Est region, formerly Alsace, in northeastern France. It's also the formal seat of the European Parliament and sits near the German border, with culture and architecture blending German and French influences. Its Gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame features daily shows from its astronomical clock and sweeping views of the Rhine River from partway up its 142m spire. ### Day 4: Rudesheim **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 02:00 PM Rüdesheim am Rhein is a town in the Rhine Valley, Germany. It’s known for winemaking, especially of Riesling wines. In the center, Drosselgasse is a lane lined with shops, taverns and restaurants. Nearby, Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet is a museum of automated musical instruments. Medieval Brömserburg Castle is home to the Rheingau Wine Museum, exhibiting wine paraphernalia from ancient times to the present ### Day 5: Cochem **Arrives:** 12:00 PM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Cochem is the seat of and the biggest town in the Cochem-Zell district in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. With just over 5,000 inhabitants, Cochem falls just behind Kusel, in the Kusel district, as Germany's second smallest district seat. Since 7 June 2009, it has belonged to the Verbandsgemeinde of Cochem ### Day 6: Cochem **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 01:00 PM Cochem is the seat of and the biggest town in the Cochem-Zell district in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. With just over 5,000 inhabitants, Cochem falls just behind Kusel, in the Kusel district, as Germany's second smallest district seat. Since 7 June 2009, it has belonged to the Verbandsgemeinde of Cochem ### Day 6: Koblenz **Arrives:** 07:00 PM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Koblenz, spelled Coblenz before 1926, is a German city on the banks of the Rhine and of the Moselle, a multi-nation tributary. Koblenz was established as a Roman military post by Drusus around 8 B.C. Its name originates from the Latin cōnfluentēs, meaning " confluence ### Day 7: Koblenz **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Koblenz, spelled Coblenz before 1926, is a German city on the banks of the Rhine and of the Moselle, a multi-nation tributary. Koblenz was established as a Roman military post by Drusus around 8 B.C. Its name originates from the Latin cōnfluentēs, meaning " confluence ### Day 8: Frankfurt **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 02:00 PM Frankfurt, a central German city on the river Main, is a major financial hub that's home to the European Central Bank. It's the birthplace of famed writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, whose former home is now the Goethe House Museum. Like much of the city, it was damaged during World War II and later rebuilt. The reconstructed Altstadt (Old Town) is the site of Römerberg, a square that hosts an annual Christmas market. ### Day 8: Aschaffenburg **Arrives:** 10:00 PM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Aschaffenburg is a city in Bavaria, Germany. By the River Main, Schloss Johannisburg is a grand 17th-century Renaissance palace with a large painting collection. Nearby is the Pompejanum, a replica Roman villa with elaborate mosaics and ancient artworks. Classical modern art is displayed in rotating exhibits at the Jesuit Church Art Gallery. The Schönbusch is an English-style park with lakes and landscaped gardens ### Day 9: Aschaffenburg **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 02:00 PM Aschaffenburg is a city in Bavaria, Germany. By the River Main, Schloss Johannisburg is a grand 17th-century Renaissance palace with a large painting collection. Nearby is the Pompejanum, a replica Roman villa with elaborate mosaics and ancient artworks. Classical modern art is displayed in rotating exhibits at the Jesuit Church Art Gallery. The Schönbusch is an English-style park with lakes and landscaped gardens ### Day 10: Mainz **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Mainz is a German city on the Rhine River. It’s known for its old town, with half-timbered houses and medieval market squares. In the center, the Marktbrunnen is a Renaissance fountain with red columns. Nearby, a distinctive octagonal tower tops the Romanesque Mainz Cathedral, built of deep red sandstone. The Gutenberg Museum honors the inventor of the printing press with exhibits, including 2 of his original bibles ### Day 11: Mainz **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Mainz is a German city on the Rhine River. It’s known for its old town, with half-timbered houses and medieval market squares. In the center, the Marktbrunnen is a Renaissance fountain with red columns. Nearby, a distinctive octagonal tower tops the Romanesque Mainz Cathedral, built of deep red sandstone. The Gutenberg Museum honors the inventor of the printing press with exhibits, including 2 of his original bibles ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **Single Standard Outside Cabin** (Code: KS) Single Standard Outside Cabin **Standard Outside Cabin** (Code: E) Standard Outside Cabin **Standard Outside Cabin** (Code: F) Standard Outside Cabin ### Balcony Cabins **Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony** (Code: D) Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony **Single Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony** (Code: GS) Single Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony **Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony** (Code: C) Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony **Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony** (Code: B) Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony **Single Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony** (Code: IS) Single Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony **Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony** (Code: A) Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony ## Ship Information ### Spirit of the Moselle Spirit of the Moselle is the newest addition to our growing fleet of purpose-built river cruise ships. She promises the same levels of comfort, service and value as her sister ships Spirit of the Rhine and Spirit of the Danube, taking you into the heart of Europe in 2025. Built exclusively for Saga guests, with a strong focus on bright, spacious surroundings, she comes complete with a wealth of facilities. On board guests can enjoy amenities such as specialty dining, a splash pool and a choice of comfortable cabins. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 182 | | Crew | 40 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 442.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 95 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Relaxation - **Lounge **: The Turner Lounge on Spirit of the Moselle ### Other - **Library **: The Library on Spirit of the Moselle - **Reception **: The Reception area on Spirit of the Moselle ### Food and Drink - **Panorama Restaurant**: Spirit of the Moselle's Panorama Restaurant - **restaurant**: The speciality restaurant, Beilstein ## Ports of Call ### Mainz *Coordinates: 49.9951, 8.24725* Mainz is a German city on the Rhine River. It’s known for its old town, with half-timbered houses and medieval market squares. In the center, the Marktbrunnen is a Renaissance fountain with red columns. Nearby, a distinctive octagonal tower tops the Romanesque Mainz Cathedral, built of deep red sandstone. The Gutenberg Museum honors the inventor of the printing press with exhibits, including 2 of ... ### Strasbourg *Coordinates: 48.5829, 7.74375* Strasbourg is the capital city of the Grand Est region, formerly Alsace, in northeastern France. It's also the formal seat of the European Parliament and sits near the German border, with culture and architecture blending German and French influences. Its Gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame features daily shows from its astronomical clock and sweeping views of the Rhine River from partway up its 142m spi... ### Rudesheim *Coordinates: 49.979, 7.92637* Rüdesheim am Rhein is a town in the Rhine Valley, Germany. It’s known for winemaking, especially of Riesling wines. In the center, Drosselgasse is a lane lined with shops, taverns and restaurants. Nearby, Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet is a museum of automated musical instruments. Medieval Brömserburg Castle is home to the Rheingau Wine Museum, exhibiting wine paraphernalia from ancient time... ### Cochem *Coordinates: 50.1455, 7.16602* Cochem is the seat of and the biggest town in the Cochem-Zell district in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany. With just over 5,000 inhabitants, Cochem falls just behind Kusel, in the Kusel district, as Germany's second smallest district seat. Since 7 June 2009, it has belonged to the Verbandsgemeinde of Cochem ### Koblenz *Coordinates: 50.3567, 7.59948* Koblenz, spelled Coblenz before 1926, is a German city on the banks of the Rhine and of the Moselle, a multi-nation tributary. Koblenz was established as a Roman military post by Drusus around 8 B.C. Its name originates from the Latin cōnfluentēs, meaning " confluence ### Frankfurt *Coordinates: 50.1115, 8.68051* Frankfurt, a central German city on the river Main, is a major financial hub that's home to the European Central Bank. It's the birthplace of famed writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, whose former home is now the Goethe House Museum. Like much of the city, it was damaged during World War II and later rebuilt. The reconstructed Altstadt (Old Town) is the site of Römerberg, a square that hosts an ann... ### Aschaffenburg *Coordinates: 49.973, 9.14898* Aschaffenburg is a city in Bavaria, Germany. By the River Main, Schloss Johannisburg is a grand 17th-century Renaissance palace with a large painting collection. Nearby is the Pompejanum, a replica Roman villa with elaborate mosaics and ancient artworks. Classical modern art is displayed in rotating exhibits at the Jesuit Church Art Gallery. The Schönbusch is an English-style park with lakes and l... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2359314 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2359314 - **Markdown URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2359314.md - **API Endpoint:** https://pirate.travel/api/cruises/2359314/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/saga-river-cruises/spirit-of-the-moselle/ship/77238.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-10-19 18:20:29 UTC