La Nouvelle Etoile - Moselle River
Canal Barge Cruises
Watch life unfold along the Moselle River from refined La Nouvelle Etoile, unwinding in its on-deck spa tub. Visit a romantic medieval castle set in a forest. Stroll delightful Cochem with its half-timbered houses. Explore charming Zell, the Roman city of Trier, and Luxembourg’s capital with its cobbled streets and fascinating fortress. Along the way, partake in wine tastings at renowned local vineyards.
- Luxury
- Wine
Meet in Frankfurt and transfer to gracious La Nouvelle Etoile, moored in historic Remich. After a welcome reception, enjoy a gourmet dinner on board.
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2 MONDAY
Visit Luxembourg's 1,000-year-old capital city with its cobbled streets and imposing fortress walls. After lunch, La Nouvelle Etoile cruises along the Moselle to Roman Trier, the overnight mooring.
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3 TUESDAY
Explore ancient Trier, one of the oldest towns in Germany, including the old town's 98-foot-high Porta Nigra and the magnificent cathedral. After lunch on board the barge, cruise a picturesque section of the river to Bernkastel, known as the "Pearl of the Moselle." Visit the renowned estate of Dr. Pauly-Bergweiler for a tasting of the region's wonderful wines.
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4 WEDNESDAY
Cruise to beautiful Zell where you have time to wander the town's marketplace with its notorious statue of a black cat, the town's mascot appearing on everything from shop shingles to the labels of local wine bottles. Then visit the family cellars of Franz-Josef Weis to sample more of the local vintages.
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5 THURSDAY
In Cochem today, see the Baroque town hall and St. Martin's Church. In the early afternoon, drive to romantic Castle Burg Eltz. Nestled in a forest above the Moselle, this 12th-century fortress has been home to the same family for more than 800 years.
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6 FRIDAY
Cruise to Koblenz, a 2,000-year-old city at the confluence of the Moselle and Rhine rivers, where you stroll the beautiful streets with their cozy lanes and romantic squares. Join your captain this evening for a festive farewell dinner to celebrate the cruise week.
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7 SATURDAY
After breakfast, transfer back to Frankfurt.
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Spacious open interior flows from the salon with piano and open bar through to the dining room where the gourmet meals are enjoyed
Keep up your fitness routine with a small onboard exercise room
The sun deck is partially covered for open-air dining and features a spa tub
Ride one of the provided bicycles alongside the boat as it cruises
Sleeps eight in four king/twin cabins, each outward facing with en suite bathroom
A crew of five keeps everything on board running smoothly
With a piano, stereo and stash of CDs and movies, the salon is the hub of life on board
24/7 A&K On-Call Support
Transfers to/from Barges
All Meals and Drinks on Board
All Sightseeing Excursions During the Cruise
Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962
We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.
Travel Your Way
For six decades we have been refining the art of bespoke travel, showing every guest the world in a fresh light. We understand that every traveller is unique – tell our experts what you love doing and where you want to go, and we will create the trip of your dreams or match you to your ideal journey.
With You All The Way
Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.
Travel Thoughtfully
We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.
The A&K Family
For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.
Ways to Travel with A&K
We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.
Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.
Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.
Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.
Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.
Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.
Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.
Spacious open interior flows from the salon with piano and open bar through to the dining room where the gourmet meals are enjoyed
Keep up your fitness routine with a small onboard exercise room
The sun deck is partially covered for open-air dining and features a spa tub
Ride one of the provided bicycles alongside the boat as it cruises
Sleeps eight in four king/twin cabins, each outward facing with en suite bathroom
A crew of five keeps everything on board running smoothly
With a piano, stereo and stash of CDs and movies, the salon is the hub of life on board
24/7 A&K On-Call Support
Transfers to/from Barges
All Meals and Drinks on Board
All Sightseeing Excursions During the Cruise
Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962
We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.
Travel Your Way
For six decades we have been refining the art of bespoke travel, showing every guest the world in a fresh light. We understand that every traveller is unique – tell our experts what you love doing and where you want to go, and we will create the trip of your dreams or match you to your ideal journey.
With You All The Way
Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.
Travel Thoughtfully
We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.
The A&K Family
For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.
Ways to Travel with A&K
We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.
Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.
Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.
Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.
Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.
Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.
Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.
About Abercrombie & Kent

For Life's Most Epic Adventures
From that first humble safari camp in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has grown into the world’s leading experiential travel company, creating agenda-setting adventures in more than 100 countries. Today, our portfolio of places to stay encompasses safari lodges and mobile camps in countries across Africa, Private Estates to rent in Tuscany, elegant riverboats on the Nile and the Amazon.
Our global powerhouse of innovators – destination experts, brilliant local guides, specialists in science and culture, well-connected super-fixers – continually strive to seek out those truly original, exclusive experiences beyond the reach of most travellers.
We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every journey booked with us helps support A&K Philanthropy initiatives, positively impacting local communities in the wilderness areas where we travel. Geoffrey Kent’s founding principles – that travel should be awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable and considered – remain our motivation today. And though we have grown into an international company spanning all seven continents, we still share that one same mission. To craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.
About Abercrombie & Kent

For Life's Most Epic Adventures
From that first humble safari camp in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has grown into the world’s leading experiential travel company, creating agenda-setting adventures in more than 100 countries. Today, our portfolio of places to stay encompasses safari lodges and mobile camps in countries across Africa, Private Estates to rent in Tuscany, elegant riverboats on the Nile and the Amazon.
Our global powerhouse of innovators – destination experts, brilliant local guides, specialists in science and culture, well-connected super-fixers – continually strive to seek out those truly original, exclusive experiences beyond the reach of most travellers.
We are committed to advancing travel as a force for good. Every journey booked with us helps support A&K Philanthropy initiatives, positively impacting local communities in the wilderness areas where we travel. Geoffrey Kent’s founding principles – that travel should be awe-inspiring, exciting, memorable and considered – remain our motivation today. And though we have grown into an international company spanning all seven continents, we still share that one same mission. To craft the adventure of a lifetime, every time.