Romantic Rhine with Avalon Waterways
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Overview
Romantic Rhine with Avalon Waterways
One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which begins in Switzerland and stops in France, Germany, and Holland!
Board your vessel in Basel, Switzerland, then head for Breisach, Germany, located at the foot of the Kaiserstuhl Mountain on the French-German border. Here you’ll find the gateway to Germany’s Black Forest, an area of unrivalled natural beauty, best known for Black Forest ham, cherry cake, and the cuckoo clock. Continue your river cruise to Strasbourg, France, where you’ll be amazed by the red-sandstone gothic cathedral with ancient murals and the fascinating astronomical clock. Also, stroll through the lovely La Petite France district with its quaint shops, delightful bistros, and peaceful waterfront promenade. Visit the ruins of Heidelberg’s castle, towering magnificently over the city, and stop in Mainz for a guided walk and a visit to the captivating Gutenberg Museum. Next up is the charming wine town of Rüdesheim, and a visit to the unique Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum to see the impressive collection of historical self-playing instruments. You’ll pass through the dramatic Rhine Gorge - the most beautiful stretch of the Rhine River where ancient castles stand on cliffs 400 feet above the water. Last stop in Germany is Cologne - a 2,000-year-old city known for its gothic architecture and famous twin-spired cathedral.
As an exclamation point to this wonderful Rhine river cruise, you’ll spend time in Holland’s popular, modern capital of Amsterdam. There is much to do with the world-famous museums and abundance of restaurants amongst the classic architecture and charming canals. The best way to see the treasures of this 700-year-old city is on a canal cruise along the elegant grachten lined with homes dating back to the city’s “Golden Age.”
What's Included:
- 7 nights accommodation onboard Avalon Suite Ship (Avalon Expression, Avalon Vista or Avalon Panorama) in a Deluxe Stateroom
- Full board dining
- Beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
- Return flights from London
- A choice of excursions
- Gratuities, transfers and port charges
Hand Picked By
"Recently awarded Best River Cruise Line at the 2018 Wave Awards, Avalon Waterways offer stylish, spacious and immensely comfortable staterooms which exemplify the Avalon difference. Not only are their Panorama Suites 30% bigger than the industry standard staterooms, their wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling windows open wider than any other, creating a unique open-air balcony. What's more, they've turned the majority of their beds to face the view, so you can experience serene riverbank vistas from the comfort of your bed."
Amy Probert
Additional Information
- Departure Date: 30th October 2021
- Duration: 7 nights
- Highlights: One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which begins in Switzerland and stops in France, Germany, and Holland!
