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Escorted Tour Highlights
Countries Visited:
France, Germany, Main River
Cities Visited:
See Description
Sightseeing Highlights
City Highlights
Day 1 Munich: Welcome to Munich!Day 2 Munich: Choice of guided tour in Munich, or full day excursion to Neuschwanstein CastleDay 3 Munich-Nuremberg (Embarkation): Guided tour in Nuremberg; onboard welcome reception Day 4 Bamberg: Choice of guided tour, see the Old Town Hall or bike with your Adventure HostDay 5 Würzburg: Choice of guided tour, visit to the Bishop 's Residenz or bike with your Adventure Host Day 6 Main River Village: Guided tourDay 7 Frankfurt: Choice of guided tour in Frankfurt, or guided tour in Seligenstadt or bike with your Adventure HostDay 8 Boppard-Rhine Gorge-Rüdesheim: Time at leisure in Boppard; scenic cruise through the Rhine Gorge; choice of visit to Siegfried 's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim or hike with your Adventure HostDay 9 Strasbourg: Guided tour, visit to La Petite France district and the gothic cathedralDay 10 Breisach. Excursion to Black Forest: Choice of excursion to Black Forest, or visit to a local winery in Breisach or bike with your Adventure HostDay 11 Basel (Disembarkation): Your vacation ends this morning
Overview
Title
German Grandeur with 2 Nights in Munich (Westbound)
Vacation Overview
See the grandeur of Germany with a scenic river cruise through its most picturesque destinations along the Main and Rhine Rivers. Your European river cruise begins with two nights in Munich. You 'll enjoy a guided tour of King Ludwig 's Neuschwanstein Castle, then embark on your Avalon Suite Ship® in Nuremberg, and sail to Bamberg for a guided walking tour of the historic home to imperial dynasties. Your enchanting river cruise through Germany continues to Würzburg—the “Pearl of the Romantic Road.” From here sail to Frankfurt, where you can join a guided sightseeing tour of the city, or visit the nearby town of Seligenstadt. On your way to Rüdesheim sail through the picturesque views of the Rhine Gorge. Then cruise to Strasbourg and join a guided city tour of Strasbourg 's sights, such as the stunning stained glass of its gothic cathedral, the astronomical clock, and La Petite France district. Your scenic cruise through Europe includes a stop in Breisach to visit Germany 's beautiful Black Forest region. Choose a visit to a local winery in Breisach, or a day trip to the Black Forest 's Vogtsbauernhof open-air museum, and more. Your river cruise on the Rhine and Main Rivers concludes in Basel, Switzerland, but your memories of this tremendous adventure through many of Europe 's most beautiful destinations will last a lifetime.
Year Round Offers
- Single Supplement Waived on Select River Cruises
- Save $100 per person on Groups of 5 or more
Day 1:MUNICH, GERMANY Welcome to Munich!The day is yours to relax and explore the city on your own.
Day 2:MUNICH Modern Munich with Storybook Villages and Fairytale Castles
CLASSIC Take a full-day Guided Tour to the garden landscape of the Bavarian Alps to visit Neuschwanstein Castle—the historic home of King Ludwig.(B)Day 3:MUNICH-NUREMBERG (EMBARKATION) Living Heritage and History Lessons
CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour of Nuremberg with its medieval architecture, gilded fountain, gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BAMBERG(B,D)Day 4:BAMBERG The City of Seven HillsVisit the Adventure Center for today 's activities with your Adventure Host.
ACTIVE Your bike is ready! Hop on and bike along the canals in Bamberg with your Adventure Host, OR:CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of the historic home to imperial dynasties, and see its Romanesque cathedral, Old Town Hall, and seven hills crowned with churches.AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WÜRZBURG(B,L,D)Day 5:WÜRZBURG A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic Road You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the beautiful Bavarian town of Rothenburg. See the local sights and enjoy the fairytale atmosphere that has inspired artists.
ACTIVE Explore Würzburg's charm by bike with your Adventure Host, OR: CLASSIC Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Würzburg with its Old Main Bridge, towering fortress, and baroque Bishop 's Residenz—with the largest known ceiling fresco.Enjoy live entertainment on board while sailing tonight.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAIN RIVER VILLAGE (B,L,D)Day 6:MAIN RIVER VILLAGE Beauty on the Main River
CLASSIC Join a Guided Walking Tour of a picturesque Main River Bavarian village.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO FRANKFURT (B,L,D)Day 7:FRANKFURT EXCURSION TO SELIGENSTADT Charm in Frankfurt
ACTIVE Enjoy an easy biking experience in Frankfurt with your Adventure Host, OR: DISCOVERY Take a Guided Tour to Seligenstadt—one of Germany 's oldest towns and home to the Einhard Basilika—dubbed “minor basilica” in 1925 by Pope Pius XI, OR: CLASSIC Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Frankfurt to see the city 's cultural landmarks and gleaming financial headquarters combined with the cozy ambience of quaint neighborhoods.Spend free time this afternoon exploring Frankfurt on your own. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BOPPARD(B,L,D)Day 8:BOPPARD A Peaceful Jewel in the Rhine GorgeTake some free time to relax, or explore the Rheinallee Promenade for delicatessen fare with a cup of German coffee or glass of Riesling wine.This afternoon, stretch out on the Sky Deck as you pass through the spectacular Rhine Gorge on your way to Rüdesheim.
RÜDESHEIM-RHINE GORGEEat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country
ACTIVE Enjoy a hike with your Adventure Host through the picturesque vineyards of Rüdesheim, OR:DISCOVERY Tour the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; based on your departure enjoy a local special treat.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO STRASBOURG(B,L,D)Day 9:STRASBOURG, FRANCE A Grand Cathedral and La Petite FranceJoin your Adventure Host for today 's special activities.
CLASSIC Join a City Tour of Strasbourg 's sights, including its Gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals and astronomical clock, as well as the magical La Petite France District.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BREISACH(B,L,D)Day 10:BREISACH, GERMANY (BLACK FOREST) German Winemaking and the Beautiful Black Forest
DISCOVERY Join a full-day Guided Tour to the magical Black Forest to experience the Vogtsbauernohf open-air-museum, visit an authentic water mill, and see a traditional butter-making demonstration, OR:ACTIVE Enjoy the view on a relaxing bike ride along the Rhine with your Adventure Host, OR:DISCOVERY Visit to a local winery in Breisach, where you will learn about German winemaking and enjoy a wine tasting.You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar in the morning.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BASEL(B,L,D)Day 11:BASEL, SWITZERLAND (DISEMBARKATION) Your vacation ends this morning with breakfast.Departure flights should not leave Zürich airport before 10 am or Basel airport before 8 am.
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are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators.
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omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to
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Avalon Waterways
Hotels:
Sofitel Munich Bayerpost
Muenchen, Germany
This city's former Royal Post Office has been reimagined as an ultra modern 396-room hotel with impressive architectural elegance offering free Wi-Fi throughout. A diversely rich breakfast buffet is served daily in the hotel's speciality breakfast restaurant, light French cuisine can be found in the Parisian style Brasserie with open kitchen and the swanky lounge Bar has an outside terrace and library where drinks and snacks can be enjoyed. Spa facilities include an indoor swimming pool, steam bath, sauna, and state-of-the-art gym.
Rating: Deluxe
Renaissance Zurich Tower
Zurich, Switzerland
This 300 room luxury hotel is housed in a modern tower building located in the vibrant Zurich West quarter. The exclusive Grill restaurant serves urban cuisine and the lounge bar offers drinks, snacks and cocktails. Other amenities include a fitness area on the 15th floor with city views, sauna and steam bath.
Rating: Superior First-Class
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.
