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Escorted Tour Highlights
Countries Visited:
Europe, Germany, Holland, Luxembourg, Moselle River, Rhine River
Cities Visited:
See Description
Sightseeing Highlights
City Highlights
Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation): Onboard welcome receptionDay 2 Amsterdam: Onboard photography presentation, canal cruiseDay 3 Cologne: Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour, or Jewish Heritage walking tourDay 4 Rhine Gorge-Rüdesheim: Cruise through the Rhine Gorge; in Rüdesheim choice of visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, or cable car ride to the Niederwald MonumentDay 5 Cochem: Guided walk, visit Reichsburg CastleDay 6 Bernkastel: Guided walk; wine tastingDay 7 Remich. Excursion to Luxembourg City: Guided tour in Luxembourg, photo awards Day 8 Remich (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning
Overview
Title
The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & Castles for Photography Enthusiasts
Vacation Overview
This magnificent European river cruise begins in Holland 's colorful, modern capital of Amsterdam. See the treasures of this 700-year-old city from a unique perspective on a canal cruise along the elegant grachten. Cruise in the company of Brenda Tharp, world-class photographer, who shares onboard presentations. You 'll also have the opportunity to participate in a photography contest at the end of your cruise to vote for favorite shots taken on your cruise. Then, embark on your picturesque cruise along the Rhine River to Cologne, Germany—a 2,000-year-old city known for its Gothic architecture. On a guided city walk, see the famous twin-spired cathedral and explore the cobblestone streets of the Old City. Sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge—the most beautiful stretch of the Rhine River where ancient castles stand on cliffs 400 feet above the water. In the charming wine town of Rüdesheim, enjoy a stroll through its famous cobblestone Drosselgasse lined with shops, restaurants, and lively taverns. Along the Moselle River, stop at the picturesque town of Cochem where the Riesling grape is cultivated. Visit Reichsburg Castle, nestled among vineyards and offering breathtaking views of the town and river valley below. In Bernkastel, enjoy a guided walk and taste some of the region 's best-loved wines. Go on an excursion to historical Luxembourg City, offering unique and dramatic views as it is set on two levels—high above on straddling hills and dropping into two river valleys.Meet Your Photographer"I love waking up early to witness and photograph the rainbow of dawn's colors as they are painted across the sky, or the mist rising off a river. A great photo takes preparation, timing, and a bit of luck, yet if feels like a gift when I'm out there and it all comes together. I love telling stories through my pictures, and I travel the world seeking the light on the land, and the life of people and wildlife."Learn more about Brenda Tharp >
Year Round Offers
- Single Supplement Waived on Select River Cruises
- Save $100 per person on Groups of 5 or more
Day 1:AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND (EMBARKATION) Welcome to Holland. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding Flights into Amsterdam must arrive by 3:30 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.During tulip season, you may take a Guided Optional Excursion to Keukenhof gardens—with more than seven million tulips, daffodils and hyacinths, as well as other bulbs, planted each year. Outside of tulip season, join a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM(D)Day 2:AMSTERDAM Canals of Colorful AmsterdamVisit the Adventure Center for today 's activities with your Adventure Host. Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of the city 's “Golden Age.” This afternoon choose among the many guided optional excursions available.
DISCOVERY Onboard introduction to photography with our expert Brenda Tharp, world-class photographerAFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO COLOGNE(B,L,D)Day 3:COLOGNE, GERMANY Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland
CLASSIC Take a Guided City Walk of Cologne—with its soaring twin-steepled gothic cathedral, OR: DISCOVERY Join a Guided Walking Tour of Cologne 's important Jewish heritage sitesSpend free time over a glass of Kölsch pale lager—locally brewed for over 100 years! Enjoy live entertainment onboard your ship this evening.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RÜDESHEIM(B,L,D)Day 4:RHINE GORGE—RÜDESHEIM Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine CountryThis morning, relax on the Sky Deck while sailing through the magnificent Rhine Gorge.
DISCOVERY Take a Guided Tour of the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; based on your departure enjoy a local special treat, OR; ACTIVE Take an open-air cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument. Ride or walk back down through the vineyards; based on your departure enjoy a local special treatEnjoy a leisurely cruise to Engers this evening while having dinner on board.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN ENGERS(B,L,D)Day 5:COCHEM The Charm of the Moselle ValleyRelax on the Sky Deck of your ship while sailing through the Moselle Valley, famous for the beautiful growing villages and their vineyards.
CLASSIC Join a Guided Walk of Cochem through its half-timbered houses and winding streets. Visit the hilltop Reichsburg Castle with a bird 's-eye-view of the Moselle ValleyEVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BERNKASTEL(B,L,D)Day 6:BERNKASTEL Castle Vines and German WinesAsk about today 's energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.
CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of the charming wine village of Bernkastel—with its medieval marketplace and 17th-century gabled timber-framed houses, OR: ACTIVE Join your Avalon Adventure Host for a hike to nearby castle ruinsEnjoy free time this afternoon; take a bike ride through the village to sample Apfelkuchen or other wonderful German desserts.
DISCOVERY Join a Wine Tasting to experience the tradition of legendary German wine makingTonight, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO REMICH(B,L,D)Day 7:REMICH, LUXEMBOURG. EXCURSION TO LUXEMBOURG CITY Old World Charm, and World-Class WineThis morning, select a Guided Optional Excursion to Roman Trier-the oldest city in Germany. After your tour, enjoy some free time in Trier.
CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour of Luxembourg City—with its dramatic views, ancient ruins, and modern architecture along the deep gorge terrain This evening, share in an award ceremony for favorite photos taken on your cruise.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN REMICH(B,L,D)Day 8:REMICH (DISEMBARKATION) Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. Flights should not leave Luxembourg City airport before 8 am.
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All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability and are quoted in U.S. Dollars. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour
operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material
provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates
are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators.
Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices
on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors,
omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to
confirm availability and pricing.
Avalon Waterways
All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability and are quoted in U.S. Dollars. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour
operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material
provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates
are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators.
Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices
on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors,
omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to
confirm availability and pricing.
