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Escorted Tour Highlights
Countries Visited:
Europe, France, Germany, Main River, Rhine River, Switzerland
Cities Visited:
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Sightseeing Highlights
City Highlights
Day 1 Basel (Embarkation): Onboard welcome receptionDay 2 Breisach: Choice of excursion to Black Forest or a visit to Badischer WinzerkellerDay 3 Strasbourg: Guided tour, visit to La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedralDay 4 Rüdesheim-Rhine Gorge-Boppard: Choice of visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, cable-car ride to the Niederwald Monument in Rüdesheim, or a hike through the vineyards with your Adventure Host, and enjoy the view with a cable car ride back down; scenic cruising through the Rhine Gorge; time at leisure in BoppardDay 5 Frankfurt: Choice of guided tour in Frankfurt or guided tour in SeligenstadtDay 6 Main River Village: Guided walking tourDay 7 Würzburg: Guided tour, visit to the Bishop's ResidenzDay 8 Bamberg: Guided tour, see the Old Town HallDay 9 Nuremberg (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning
Overview
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German Grandeur (Eastbound)
Vacation Overview
Your picturesque European river cruise begins on the Rhine River in Basel, Switzerland. You 'll sail to Breisach—with your choice of a visit to Badischer Winzerkeller, or an excursion to the Black Forest. Sail to the city of Strasbourg, France, along the way, and on to the wine village of Rüdesheim through the spectacular views of Rhine Gorge. The modern and charming city of Frankfurt is also on your route along the Rhine River, and you 'll sail on the Main River to visit an authentic Main river village on your way to Würzburg. Take a guided tour of Bamberg, before reaching Nuremberg where your cruise ends. Your grand scenic cruise of Germany brings the beauty and charm of its cities and villages to life. From Switzerland to Bavaria, your German cruise will stay a beautiful memory for years to come!
Year Round Offers
- Single Supplement Waived on Select River Cruises
- Save $100 per person on Groups of 5 or more
Day 1:BASEL, SWITZERLAND (EMBARKATION) Welcome to Switzerland! Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Zürich or Basel must arrive by 3 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.Enjoy dinner and explore the ship on your first night on board as you sail to Breisach.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BREISACH (D)Day 2:BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO BLACK FOREST History, Artistry, 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:DISCOVERY Visit to Badischer Winzerkeller, the largest German wine producer in Europe. Discover Germany 's southernmost wine country in Baden—ideally situated between the hills of the Black Forest and the Rhine River. Learn about the vintners ' process in the vineyards here, and enjoy a wine tastingYou may choose to join a guided optional excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar in the morning, with its half-timbered medieval and early renaissance buildings.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO STRASBOURG (B,L,D)Day 3:STRASBOURG, FRANCE A Gothic Cathedral, Heavenly Time, and Dreamy French Wine Visit the Adventure Center for today 's activities with your Adventure Host.
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 DistrictYou may also choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the historic Maginot Line—an impressive installation of pre-WWII defensive fortifications designed to protect the eastern border of France, or visit Alsace 's wine country today.Alternatively, take some free time in Strasbourg to visit a museum, or stroll across the city center.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RÜDESHEIM(B,L,D)Day 4:RÜDESHEIM, GERMANY-RHINE GORGE Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country
ACTIVE Enjoy a hike with your Avalon 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, OR:ACTIVE Take an open-air Cable Car Ride to the Niederwald Monument, then ride or walk back down through the vineyards; based on your departure enjoy a local special treatThis afternoon, stretch out on the Sky Deck as you pass through the spectacular Rhine Gorge on your way to Boppard.
BOPPARDA Peaceful Jewel in the Rhine GorgeEnjoy some free time to relax, or explore the Rheinallee Promenade for delicatessen fare with a cup of German coffee or glass of Riesling wine.Later, enjoy onboard entertainment while sailing to Frankfurt.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO FRANKFURT(B,L,D)Day 5:FRANKFURT. EXCURSION TO SELIGENSTADT Culture, Commerce, and Charm in Frankfurt
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, 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 XILater, enjoy live entertainment on board.
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAIN RIVER VILLAGE(B,L,D)Day 6:MAIN RIVER VILLAGE Hidden Gems and Bavarian Beauty of a Main River Village Join your Adventure Host for today 's special activities.
CLASSIC Join a Guided Walking Tour of a picturesque Bavarian villageAFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WÜRZBURG(B,L,D)Day 7:WÜRZBURG A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic Road
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 frescoYou may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the beautiful town of Rothenburg. See the local sights and enjoy the fairytale atmosphere that has inspired artists.Enjoy live entertainment on board as you set sail for Bamberg
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BAMBERG (B,L,D)Day 8:BAMBERG One Thousand Years of History in the City of Seven Hills
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 churchesAfter the tour, spend free time with a glass of German-style Rauchbier (smoked beer).
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NUREMBERG(B,L,D)Day 9:NUREMBERG (DISEMBARKATION) Your cruise ends this morning with breakfast.Flights shouldn 't leave Nuremberg airport before 10 am.
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are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators.
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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
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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.
