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Short Break Tour
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Thursday
Depart from the UK via Dover-Calais with P&O European Ferries. Your ferry will be booked in advance at a time that's most convenient for you. We can of course arrange channel crossings via different routes if requested (additional charges may apply).
Arrive at our hotel in the beautiful city of Koblenz. Please go to our Getting Here page for travel directions from the port of Calais. |
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Friday
Day 1 / Cochem & Karting Centre
We head off into the Hunsrück (between the Rhine and Mosel river valleys) along some of the most incredible roads in Germany. Bend after bend of sheer enjoyment will have you mesmerised. We then ride down into the Mosel Valley and follow the picturesque river road to Cochem. This town is a magnet for motorcyclists, especially during the summer months.
Cochem is situated in the most romantic part of the Mosel Valley and has many reminders of its medieval past. Dominating the town from high above on a hill-top is Reichsburg Castle. Its pointed towers, battlements and oriels give the castle a fairy tale appearance. The river promenade is a popular place with its many cafes and restaurants. A few minutes walk away is the town centre where you'll find winding streets and alleys packed with shops of all descriptions.
Towards the end of the day we stop off at the Conquest Karting Centre. This indoor track is ideal for any budding Michael Schumacher and can prove to be a demanding and exciting experience (see if you can beat the track record). The first 15 minute session is included in our tour price, if you have any energy left, additional sessions can be purchased at any time. |
Saturday
Day 2 / Trier
Our tour to Trier starts with a breathtaking ride along the Rhine Valley, famous for its countless hill-top castles and outstanding natural beauty. On route we pass the Loreley Rock, where according to legend an enchanting maiden lured navigators to their doom. We then head off along some superb motorcycling roads that weave through forests and rural countryside to our destination. After a brief stop at Trier's Roman Amphitheatre we take a short ride to the city centre.
Trier has many remarkable Roman monuments that are still largely intact. The Porta Nigra (Black Gate), the Roman Bridge and Constantine's Basilica are just three well worth a visit. Trier is also a modern, thriving city with a large student population served by inexpensive cafes, bars and restaurants.
The market place with its abundance of beautiful architecture is one of the most magnificent squares in the whole of Germany.
On our return trip we ride a mixture of different roads including a section of de-restricted autobahn, ideal for those wishing to blow away any cobwebs. |
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Sunday
Day 3 / Nürburgring
World renowned since its completion in 1927, the Nürburgring is an experience not to be missed. Getting there will be as much fun as being there, with twists and turns through some of the most beautiful scenery Germany has to offer.
The Nürburgring-Nordschleife is a circuit you can ride with your own motorcycle (please note that your motorcycle must have rear view mirrors on both sides and be road legal). One lap is an amazing 13 miles long, combining every conceivable challenge for man and machine.
There are several viewing areas at the trackside where you can watch and take photos before you have a go yourself. The onsite shop sells T-shirts and other souvenirs and the cafeteria provides a chance to relax and re-charge your batteries before the return trip to Koblenz.
1 lap of the Nordschleife is included in all our guided tour prices. If you feel like a little more practice then additional laps can be purchased at any time. |
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Monday
Depart from Koblenz for your return journey to the UK. Your P&O ferry via Calais-Dover will be booked in advance at a time that's most convenient for you. We can of course arrange channel crossings via different routes if requested (additional charges may apply). |
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Approximate mileage covered during the 3 days of our Short Break Tour: 420 |
Prices
Single rider Single rider Rider & Pillion
(single room) (sharing a twin room) (double or twin room)
£ 365.00 £ 319.00 p.p. £ 264.00 p.p.
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What's Included ?
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Return ferry via Dover-Calais
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Four nights accommodation in 3 star hotel
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Four buffet breakfasts
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1 lap of the Nürburgring-Nordschleife
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15 minutes racing at the Conquest Karting Centre
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On-site off-road motorcycle parking
- Services of your Middle Rhine Tours guide
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Information sheets & leaflets as necessary |
Please take a look at our Dates page for the scheduled Short Break Tours in 2008.
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