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Escorted Tour Highlights
Countries Visited:
Europe, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Main River, Moselle River
Cities Visited:
See Description
Sightseeing Highlights
City Highlights
Day 1 Paris: Welcome to FranceDay 2 Paris: Guided sightseeing, Seine River cruiseDay 3 Paris-Remich (Embarkation): Travel by high-speed train (First class) to Luxembourg City; transfer to Remich to board your ship; onboard welcome receptionDay 4 Remich. Excursion to Trier: Choice of guided sightseeing, or Roman Trier sightseeing, see the Porta NigraDay 5 Bernkastel: Choice of guided walk or hike to the castle ruins with your Adventure Host; wine tastingDay 6 Rhine Gorge-Rüdesheim: Scenic cruising through the Rhine Gorge; choice of visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, or cable car-ride in RüdesheimDay 7 Main River Village: Guided walkDay 8 Würzburg: Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop's ResidenzDay 9 Bamberg: Guided tour, see the Old Town HallDay 10 Nuremberg (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning
Overview
Title
Once upon Three Rivers: the Rhine, Moselle & Main with 2 nights in Paris
Vacation Overview
Before you embark on a European river cruise along the Rhine, Moselle, and Main Rivers, begin with a Monograms® vacation in Paris. Spend two nights in the “City of Light,” and see the sights with an expert guide, Take a drive past the Latin Quarter, Les Invalides, Place de la Concorde, Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, and enjoy a Seine River cruise. Your knowledgeable Monograms Local Host® is on hand to offer guidance and assistance during your stay in Paris.Take a high-speed train from Paris to Luxembourg City to board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Remich on the beautiful Moselle River. Cruise to the city of Trier, Germany—believed to be even older than Rome—with ancient Roman remnants still found, such as imperial baths and the Roman Bridge. The wine village of Bernkastel, with Germany 's largest expanse of vineyards, will charm you with its narrow streets and half-timbered houses still standing from the Middle Ages. Continue through the dramatic Rhine Gorge—considered the most beautiful view of the Rhine River—and see the rock of the Lorelei and ancient castles standing majestically on cliffs 400 feet above the water. Stop in Rüdesheim, a quintessential Rhine Valley wine town, before proceeding into the Main River. Visit the magnificent Bishop 's Residenz in Würzburg and marvel at medieval Bamberg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Year Round Offers
- Single Supplement Waived on Select River Cruises
- Save $100 per person on Groups of 5 or more
Day 1:PARIS, FRANCE Welcome to France.Your Monograms Local Host® will help you get the most out of your two nights in Paris.
Day 2:PARIS Morning guided sightseeing includes a drive past the Latin Quarter, Les Invalides, Place de la Concorde, the Arc de Triomphe and a stop to take photos of the Eiffel Tower from one of the best panoramic viewing points. Also admire the heart of the city from a different perspective on a Seine River Cruise. Embark your comfortable boat near the Eiffel Tower and spend a relaxing hour gliding by many of the city's important landmarks such as the L'Institut de France; Notre Dame Cathedral; Hôtel de Ville, the city's municipal headquarters; the Conciergerie, formerly a notorious prison where Marie-Antoinette spent the last days of her life; famous Louvre Palace and museum; and much more.
(B)Day 3:PARIS-REMICH, LUXEMBOURG (EMBARKATION) Travel by high-speed train (First class) to Luxembourg City, then transfer to Remich to board your Suite Ship® and start your Avalon river cruise.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN REMICH(B,D)Day 4:REMICH. EXCURSION TO TRIER Ancient Worlds and Old World CharmVisit the Adventure Center for today 's activities with your Adventure Host.
CLASSIC Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Trier—Germany 's oldest city with ancient Roman remnants dating from 144-152 AD. Starting from Porta Nigra walk through the city center, OR:CLASSIC Join a history-focused Roman Trier Guided Tour to learn more about the history of Roman civilization in this Moselle River city, and visit the ruins of a 20,000-seat amphitheater, and imperial bathsThis afternoon, take a Guided Optional Excursion to Luxembourg City—with its dramatic views, ancient ruins, and modern architecture in its deep gorge terrain.Later, enjoy live entertainment on board while cruising to Bernkastel.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BERNKASTEL(B,L,D)Day 5:BERNKASTEL, GERMANY German Vineyards of the Moselle Valley
CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of the charming wine village of Bernkastel—with its medieval marketplace and 17th-century half-timbered houses, OR:ACTIVE Join your Avalon Adventure Host for a Guided Hike to nearby castle ruinsSpend some free time at your leisure this afternoon, perhaps biking through the Renaissance-style village, or visiting a café to sample Apfelkuchen or other wonderful German desserts.
DISCOVERY Join a Wine Tasting to experience the tradition of legendary German wine makingAFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RÜDESHEIM(B,L,D)Day 6:RHINE GORGE-RÜDESHEIM Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine CountryThis morning relax on the Sky Deck as you cruise through the magnificent Rhine Gorge.
DISCOVERY Tour 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 treatLater, local musicians will join us on board for live entertainment.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAIN RIVER VILLAGE(B,L,D)Day 7:MAIN RIVER VILLAGE Beauty on the Main River
CLASSIC Join a Guided Walking Tour of a picturesque Bavarian villageSpend free time biking through the beautiful Bavarian village on the Main River shores.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WÜRZBURG(B,L,D)Day 8:WÜRZBURG A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic RoadJoin your Adventure Host for today 's special activities.
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. Explore the city on your own or visit a local winery. Later, enjoy onboard entertainment.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BAMBERG(B,L,D)Day 9:BAMBERG The City of Seven Hills
CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of the former home to imperial dynasties, and see its Romanesque cathedral, Old Town Hall, and seven hills crowned with churchesAFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NUREMBERG(B,L,D)Day 10:NUREMBERG (DISEMBARKATION) Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. Flights should not leave Nuremberg airport before 10:30 am.
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omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to
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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.
