Arrival & Departure Options
The Seascanner Rail & Cruise ticket is valid on DB (Deutsche Bahn) routes from all German train stations on all scheduled regular trains (including ICE, IC and EC) and includes a free seat reservation, as well as the City Ticket. Unfortunately, a BahnCard discount cannot be granted. Children (up to and including 14 years) travel free of charge when accompanied by their parents/grandparents. For journeys over 100 km, the Seascanner Rail & Cruise ticket can also be used on the day before the ship's departure and on the day after the ship's arrival.
- Seascanner Rail & Cruise SAVER: Save on your ticket price - The Seascanner Rail & Cruise SAVER is subject to a train connection after selecting the desired connection (does not apply to local trains; however, the journey must be completed by 10:00 AM on the following day). Rebooking/cancellation is not possible.
- Seascanner Rail & Cruise FLEX: Benefit from more flexibility - with Seascanner Rail & Cruise FLEX, you select the connection you want, but are then flexible in the use of the trains (provided you keep the selected route and class). Rebooking/cancellation is possible on request.
After booking the Seascanner Rail & Cruise ticket, you will receive one voucher code per person and route. Redeem your voucher code on kreuzfahrtberater.bahnanreise.de by selecting the desired train connection from those displayed. You will then receive the digital ticket as a PDF download and/or by e-mail. For more information, please visit http://www.kreuzfahrtberater.de/deutsche-bahn.
- Information regarding the parking lot: Provision of a fenced and guarded parking lot near the port including transfer from the parking lot to the ship and back. Payment on arrival at the parking lot on site in cash or with EC or credit card. Car acceptance usually from 12:00 noon, for A-ROSA guests from 1:30 PM; latest car acceptance at 2:30 PM.
- Pricing: Price per vehicle for the entire duration of the cruise including transfers. Motorhome surcharge 40 € per vehicle (only outdoor parking), pricing for motorhomes with a length of more than 8.50 meters on request.
- Cancellation fees: Cancellation free of charge up to 24 hours before departure, from 24 hours before departure 50 % service fee. In case of no-show or no cancellation 100 % of the parking lot price.
MS Rhein Symphonie
Up to 196 passengers are on board the MS Rhein Symphonie. Meanwhile, 40 crew members are on hand to ensure that the guests have an all-round pleasant journey. Whether you are looking for information about shore excursions or on-board activities - you will always find the right contact person in the lobby with reception and information counter. The bright lobby area with its large, open staircase is also a suitable place to meet new travel acquaintances for a shore excursion. The Rhine and its tributaries offer so many charming harbours from big cities to wine idylls. The spacious sundeck of the 132 m long and 11.4 m wide MS Rhein Symphonie is the passengers' favourite viewing platform when the weather is fine.
About nicko cruises
Nicko cruises is a German tour operator for ocean and river cruises. For over 30 years, nicko cruises' guests have been discovering a variety of European destinations as well as dream destinations worldwide. The exotic voyages include Myanmar and Vietnam. The comprehensive service and the relaxed, warm atmosphere are particularly popular with Best Agers who want to get to know the country and people of the regions they visit.
MS Rhein Symphonie facts
- Construction Year: 2002
- Length: 132 m
- Width: 11.4 m
- Depth: 2 m
- Decks: 4
- Passengers: 196
- Crew: 40
- Language: German, English
- Currency: Euro
- Internet: for a fee
- Smoking: Permitted in designated areas on the sundeck
MS Rhein Symphonie staterooms
The stylish and comfortably furnished staterooms have a bathroom with shower/WC, a hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning/heating, a TV, a telephone and a safe. With a size of around 14.5 sqm, the staterooms offer enough space for a comfortable journey. The windows of the outside staterooms on the main deck cannot be opened. On the middle deck, however, the staterooms have large panoramic windows that can be opened. If you do not want to do without floor-to-ceiling windows, the so-called French balcony, you should choose a stateroom on the upper deck.
Atmosphere on board of MS Rhein Symphonie
On the MS Rhein Symphonie, you will find comfortable seating areas in various parts of the ship - depending on whether you are looking for a bit of peace and quiet or would like to meet and chat with fellow passengers. The lobby and the Panorama Salon are ideal meeting places. The small library in the rear offers leisure and some entertaining or interesting reading material.
MS Rhein Symphonie restaurant
Dinners at the festively set tables of the Panorama Restaurant of the MS Rhein Symphonie are among the daily social highlights. While you enjoy the delicious dishes freshly prepared by the experienced kitchen crew, you can chat with your table neighbours about the experiences of the day's journey against a magnificent backdrop.
Entertainment, sports & relaxation
While the MS Rhein Symphonie covers its route along a multi-faceted riverside landscape, travellers can enjoy a pleasant end to their holiday with evening events. In the social area, you can dance lively to live music or join in an entertaining card game to meet fellow travellers. You can also experience the fun of the game and the hope for a happy ending at the quiz events. If you prefer to read in peace and quiet, browse through the on-board library on the upper deck for a suitable reading or retire to your quiet stateroom.
MS Rhein Symphonie shore excursions
The cruise operator offers optional bookable shore excursions, which are adapted to the respective length of stay in the port. Suitable for your cruise you can book a trip package that combines the highlights of each route into a single package. On board, however, you can also book only certain elements of the excursion packages, as long as there are seats available, and make your cruise even more individual. On many excursions, an audio system is available so that you can follow the explanations of your tour guide quite relaxed, without missing interesting highlights. In addition to classic excursion programs, nicko cruises also offers active bike trips.
Our summary
For those who want to experience the Rhine in a modern and relaxed way, a river cruise with the elegant ship MS Rhein Symphonie is the right kind of holiday.
Tipps & Infos
Additional destination fees for cruise passengers on the high-sea: Some destinations charge a separate fee for cruise passengers to support local infrastructure and promote sustainable tourism, among other things. nicko cruises passes on these additional costs and charges them to your onboard account. This is currently the case for:
- Iceland: Mandatory for all passengers, approx. 18 € per day/person for each 24-hour stay
- Greece: For all shore leavers, depending on the port/season varying fees (approx. 1-20 € per person/port)
