Rhine River Cruise — Nicko Rhein Symphonie, 8 Nights

About Rhine River Cruise — Nicko Rhein Symphonie, 8 Nights

An 8-night, 9-day Rhine River cruise aboard the Nicko Rhein Symphonie. Fly from Istanbul with Pegasus and board the ship at the port of Cologne. The ship calls at Cologne, Nijmegen, Antwerp, Rotterdam, Amsterdam and Arnhem in that order. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Cologne; Day 2 Nijmegen; Day 3 Antwerp; Day 4 Antwerp; Day 5 Rotterdam; Day 6 Amsterdam; Day 7 Amsterdam; Day 8 Arnhem; Day 9 Cologne – Istanbul. Cabin options: Lower Deck Outside Cabin, Upper Deck French Balcony Cabin. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin selected when booking. Departure date: 28 December 2026. Prices start at €1.699 per person. Included in the price: Economy-class round-trip airfare with Pegasus Airlines on the Istanbul (SAW) - Cologne (CGN) – Istanbul (SAW) route; airport taxes & ship port taxes; Cologne panoramic city tour; airport transfers (on the day of boarding and the day of disembarkation); complimentary all-day coffee & tea station and afternoon tea on board; welcome cocktail.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Cologne

Fly from Istanbul on Pegasus flight PC1011 (08:15); upon arrival, transfer to Cologne port, board the ship, and settle into your cabins. The ship departs the port at 17:00; dinner and overnight accommodation are on board.

Day 2 — Nijmegen

Stop at Nijmegen port. Sightseeing around Nijmegen Cathedral and free time during the day. Overnight stay on board.

Day 3 — Antwerp

Stop at Antwerp port. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those who wish. Overnight on board.

Day 4 — Antwerp

Stopover at the port of Antwerp. Sightseeing and free time around Grand Place Square during the day. Overnight stay on board.

Day 5 — Rotterdam

Stop at Rotterdam port. Sightseeing around the impressive Delft Cathedral with free time during the day. The ship departs from the port at 13:00; overnight stay on board.

Day 6 — Amsterdam

Port stop in Amsterdam. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those interested. Overnight on board.

Day 7 — Amsterdam

Port stop in Amsterdam. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those interested. Overnight on board.

Day 8 — Arnhem

Stop at Arnhem port. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those who wish. Overnight on board.

Day 9 — Cologne – Istanbul

The ship arrives at Cologne port at 20:20; disembarkation after breakfast. Transfer to the airport and return flight to Istanbul.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Rhine River cruise with Nicko Rhein Symphonie take?

The tour is 8 nights and 9 days.

Which ports does the ship visit?

Cologne, Nijmegen, Antwerp, Rotterdam, Amsterdam, Arnhem respectively.

Which ship operates this tour?

Onboard the Nicko Rhein Symphonie ship.

Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?

Fly from Istanbul to Cologne port with Pegasus and board the ship there; return is also by air.

What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?

Departure dates: 28 December 2026. Prices start from €1,699 per person.

What cabin types are available?

Lower Deck Outside Cabin (base price), Upper Deck French Balcony Cabin (+€400). Difference is per person.

What is included in the price?

Round-trip economy-class flight ticket with Pegasus Airlines on the Istanbul (SAW) - Cologne (CGN) – Istanbul (SAW) route; Airport taxes & ship port taxes; Panoramic Cologne city tour; Airport transfers (on the day of embarkation and the day of disembarkation); All-day coffee & tea station and afternoon tea treats on board; Welcome Cocktail; Captain's Gala Cocktail, Gala special menu; Luggage handling service on the first and last days of the cruise; Turkish-speaking guide service, subject to a minimum of 20 participants; Tourist city taxes; TÜRSAB compulsory professional liability insurance.

What is not included in the price?

Visa fee and service charge; domestic connecting ticket; all personal expenses; entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites not mentioned in the itinerary; driver and guide tips; international departure fee; ship crew service charge; Wi-Fi services on board; all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on board, including those in the minibar.

Is a visa required?

Since the itinerary calls at ports in the Schengen area, Turkish citizens travelling with an ordinary (burgundy) passport are required to obtain a Schengen visa. As the ship leaves the Schengen area and re-enters, the visa must be multiple-entry.

Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?

Yes, Turkish-speaking tour leader service is included in the price.