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Escorted Tour Highlights
Countries Visited:
Europe, France, Germany, Main River, Rhine River, Switzerland
Cities Visited:
See Description
Sightseeing Highlights
City Highlights
Day 1 Basel (Embarkation): Onboard welcome receptionDay 2 Breisach: Choice of excursion to Black Forest or a visit to Badischer Winzerkeller; onboard lecture on brewing and beerDay 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, or cable-car ride to the Niederwald Monument in Rüdesheim, or a hike in the vineyards with your Adventure Host; scenic cruising through the Rhine Gorge; time at leisure in Boppard; onboard food and beer pairing dinnerDay 5 Frankfurt: Choice of guided tour in Frankfurt or guided tour in SeligenstadtDay 6 Main River Village: Guided walking tour; onboard beer tasting Day 7 Würzburg: Guided tour, visit to the Bishop's ResidenzDay 8 Bamberg: Guided tour, see the Old Town Hall; visit a hop gardenDay 9 Nuremberg (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning
Overview
Title
German Grandeur for Beer Enthusiasts (Eastbound)
Vacation Overview
See the grandeur of Germany on a European river cruise through its most picturesque destinations along the Main and Rhine Rivers. Begin with a Rhine River cruise 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 for a guided tour and visit to the La Petite France district and Gothic cathedral. Cruise to the wine village of Rüdesheim through the spectacular views of Rhine Gorge and vineyards of the Rhine Valley. 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 concluding your cruise in Nuremberg. This cruise is a special treat for beer enthusiasts, with onboard tastings and food pairings while learning about German beers and brewing processes from your Beer expert on board. From Switzerland to Bavaria, your river cruise through Germany will create grand memories indeed!
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 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:CLASSIC Visit to Badischer Winzerkeller, the largest German wine producer in Europe. Learn about German winemaking in the vineyards of Baden, and enjoy a wine tastingYou may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar in the morning.
DISCOVERY Enjoy an onboard beer lecture hosted by your Beer Expert while cruisingEVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO STRASBOURG(B,L,D)Day 3:STRASBOURG, FRANCE A Grand Cathedral and La Petite France 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—the pre-WWII 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.
DISCOVERY Onboard food and beer pairing dinner hosted by your Beer ExpertLater, 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 villageDISCOVERY Enjoy an onboard beer tasting hosted by your Beer ExpertAFTERNOON/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 churchesDISCOVERY Discover a very special family run hop garden where you will also taste a local beerAfter 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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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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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.
