Rhine River Cruise

With David & Adina Lebor, June 18-25, 2024 !

✡ Rabbi Nechemia Rotenberg, Shlita, of Vienna, Austria.

Location: DÃ¼sseldorf, NRW, Germany

Organizer: Lebor Tours

About

1000 years of Jewish History In the cradle of Ashkenazic Jewry

Day 1 - Wednesday, May 10
Arrival in Dusseldorf

Board the ship in Dusseldorf
Check - in
Dinner
Night Cruise to Koblenz

Day 2 - Thursday, May 11
Koblenz and Rudesheim

Morning Walking Tour of Koblenz
Return to the ship for lunch
Cruise through the Lorelei Gorge
Dinner
Arrive in Rudesheim
Evening Walking tour of Rudesheim
Night Cruise to Speyer

Day 3 - Friday May 12
Speyer

Morning Tour of Speyer
Jewish Speyer - Mikveh, Ancient Shul
Preparations for Shabbat
The ship will dock in Speyer all of Shabbat
Davening, Shabbat Meals, Divrei Torah, Lectures and Shiurim

Day 4 - Shabbat, May 13
Speyer

Davening, Shabbat Meals, Divrei Torah, Lectures and Shiurim
2nd Walking Tour of Speyer
Relax & Rest
After Havdala - Night Cruise to Strasbourg

Day 5 - Sunday, May 14
Strasbourg

Morning Tour of Strasbourg and its Jewish Community
Lunch
Afternoon Tour Strasbourg
Night Cruise to Worms

Day 6 - Monday, May 15
Worms

Walking Tour of Worms
Rashi House and the Jewish Museum
Worms Synagogue
Cruise to Mainz (Magenza)

Day 7 - Tuesday, May 16
Mainz (Magenza)

Walking Tour of Mainz
Modern Jewish Community Center

Day 8 - Wednesday, May 17
Frankfurt

Arrive Frankfurt
Disembark
After an amazing week, go to the airport for our flight home

About the provider

The tour will be led by David and Adina Lebor with over two decades of experience leading Jewish groups all over the world.

In each port of call, expert local guides will also accompany our shore excursions.

Rooms & accommodation

Scylla Group

Kashrut & dining

5***** STAR GOURMET MEALS

Glatt Kosher Luxury "“ prepared fresh on the ship by our Kosher Chefs.

Mehadrin min Hamehadrin, Glatt Kosher meat, Cholov Yisrael, Pat Yisrael, under the strictest rabbinical supervision of Rabbi Nechemia Rotenberg, Shlita, of Vienna, Austria.
Mashgiach Tmidi on the Ship
The entire ship and Kitchen is ours and Strictly Kosher

Religious life & Shabbat

Minyan
glatt kosher
shiurim

Activities & entertainment

MS Viva Tiara

Location

Address: Düsseldorf, Germany

Contact

Organizer: Lebor Tours
Location: DÃ¼sseldorf, Germany
Phone: +972-545-391-137
WhatsApp: +972-545-391-137
Email: +1 516-591-3540
Website: https://lebortours.com

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About this listing

Embark on a profound journey through "the cradle of Ashkenazic Jewry" with the Rhine River Cruise led by David and Adina Lebor. This curated itinerary offers a luxurious exploration of 1,000 years of Jewish history, starting from the Rhine Valley in Düsseldorf and traveling through the historic centers of the ShUM cities. Designed for the discerning Jewish traveler, the cruise combines high-end hospitality with a deep educational focus, tracing the footsteps of Rashi and the medieval scholars who shaped European Jewish life. Guests can expect a seamless blend of scenic river cruising and immersive heritage tours across Germany and France.

About the region

The cruise navigates the historic Rhine River, stopping at several destinations of immense significance to Jewish heritage. The route visits the "ShUM" cities—Speyer, Worms, and Mainz—which were once the intellectual and cultural heart of Ashkenazic Jewry and are now recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites. In Speyer, travelers can visit a medieval mikveh that dates back to the 12th century, while Worms offers the chance to visit the Rashi House and the historic Jewish cemetery, the oldest of its kind in Europe. The journey also extends to Strasbourg, France, home to a vibrant contemporary Jewish community, and concludes in Frankfurt, a city with deep commercial and communal ties to Jewish history across the centuries.

What to expect

Participants can anticipate a fully immersive kosher experience where every logistical detail is managed to the highest religious standards. All catering is conducted under the strict supervision of Rabbi Nechemia Rotenberg, Shlita, of Vienna, Austria. The kitchen is entirely dedicated to the group, providing five-star gourmet meals that are Glatt Kosher, Chalav Yisrael, and Pat Yisrael. Beyond the dining room, the cruise fosters a rich spiritual environment with daily minyanim and a structured program of shiurim and lectures focused on the history of the regions visited.

During shore excursions, expert local guides join the group to provide context to the ancient synagogues and museums. The Shabbat experience is a central highlight, featuring a stationary dock in Speyer to ensure a restful and halachically observational atmosphere. Guests can expect comfortable accommodations and a professional staff dedicated to making this heritage tour both educational and physically rejuvenating.

Frequently asked questions

Is the ship shared with non-kosher passengers?

The entire ship and kitchen are dedicated exclusively to the group, ensuring a strictly kosher environment without the concerns of shared facilities.

Is there a mashgiach on board?

Yes, a Mashgiach Tmidi is present on the ship throughout the duration of the cruise to oversee all food preparation and kashrut standards.

What are the specific kashrut standards for the meals?

All meals are Glatt Kosher, Mehadrin min Hamehadrin, featuring Chalav Yisrael and Pat Yisrael products.

How is Shabbat observed during the cruise?

The itinerary includes an overnight dock in Speyer for Shabbat, featuring organized tefillot, festive meals, and shiurim led by David and Adina Lebor.