Washington’s Northwest Travel Service has chartered Uniworld’s River Queen for a 9-night, all-inclusive cruise of the Mosel and Rhine rivers next month. Sailing dates are May 11-20.

This cruise begins in Frankfurt on May 11th, and ends 9 days later in Cologne. Cities visited along the way include Mainz, Rüdesheim, Boppard, Cochem, Trier, Remich Trier, Bernkastel, Bonn, and Cologne. Accommodations, dining, drinks, shore tours, taxes, and gratuities are all included in the cost.

In addition to the regular tours and entertainment during the cruise, guests will enjoy a wine education component scheduled throughout the nine days. Winemakers from Washington and Oregon, with a working knowledge of Pinot Noir and Riesling are co-hosting this cruise. They are:

Kerry Shiels of Côte Bonneville, Sunnyside Washington

Andrew Bandy-Smith of Antiquum Farm, Junction City Oregon

Ryan Clifford of Willamette Valley Vineyards, Turner Oregon

Angela Reat and Matt Berson of Love & Squalor Wine, Portland Oregon

There are presently 10 cabins available that are a mix of Deluxe, French Balcony, and Suites. Ordinarily, these cabins sell for over twice this price. Single rates are generally 200% of the shared price.

Deluxe Cabin (6)

$1,200 ppdo $1,500 single

French Balcony (2)

$1,700 ppdo $2,100 single

Suite (2)

$2,000 ppdo $2,500 single

The prices posted above are net to Northwest Travel Service. Travel agents can travel at these rates or can market the sailing to friends or special clients who have the flexibility to take advantage of this offer, whereby travel agents may mark up any commission you need.

For more information contact Brad at Northwest Travel Service by phone at 425-375-2676 or email brad@nwtravel.com.