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River Cruise
Why we love them
They combine the assurance of working with a large cruise operator with the warmth and personal service of a boutique provider.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule
Visits
Basel, Frankfurt, Heidelberg, Heidelberg Castle, Strasbourg, Zurich
Highlights
- Onboard welcome reception
- Guided visit of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat; free time for Christmas market
- Guided tour, visit La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral; Christmas market
- Choice of Freiburg sightseeing or excursion the Black Forest; Christmas market
- This Christmastime river cruise is a unique and unforgettable way to celebrate the season! Board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Frankfurt, Germany, then sail up the Rhine River to Basel, Switzerland, passing beautiful views and quaint villages festively lit and decorated
Themes
Cultural, 50 Plus, Small Ship Cruise
What travelers are saying
"The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lovely with great views."
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$3,124
5 days From$2,499
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River Cruise
Why we love them
They combine the assurance of working with a large cruise operator with the warmth and personal service of a boutique provider.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule
Visits
Bamberg, Frankfurt, Nuremberg, Prague
Highlights
- Onboard welcome reception
- Guided tour
- Guided tour, visit the Bishop's Residence; Christmas market
- Onboard Christmas Traditions lecture; guided tour, see the Old Town Hall; Christmas market
- Choice of guided tour or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; Christmas market
Themes
Cultural, 50 Plus, Small Ship Cruise
What travelers are saying
"The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lovely with great views."
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$3,297
6 days From$2,799
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River Cruise
Why we love them
They combine the assurance of working with a large cruise operator with the warmth and personal service of a boutique provider.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule
Visits
Basel, Frankfurt, Heidelberg, Heidelberg Castle, Strasbourg, Zurich
Highlights
- Onboard welcome reception
- Choice of visit to Freiburg or excursion to Black Forest; Christmas market
- Guided tour, visit La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral; Christmas market
- Guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat; free time for Christmas market
- This Christmas river cruise begins in Switzerland and takes you down the Rhine River to France and Germany, with beautiful passing views and quaint villages festively lit and decorated—a unique and unforgettable way to celebrate the season! Board your ship in Basel, Switzerland, then stop in Breisach, considered the gateway to Germany’s Black Forest
Themes
Cultural, 50 Plus, Small Ship Cruise
What travelers are saying
"The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lovely with great views."
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$4,049
5 days From$2,499
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- Fully customized trip based on preferences
- Matched with a local specialist
- From $200 per person per day
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River Cruise
Why we love them
They combine the assurance of working with a large cruise operator with the warmth and personal service of a boutique provider.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Visits
Bamberg, Basel, Frankfurt, Heidelberg, Nuremberg, Prague, Rudesheim, Strasbourg
Highlights
- Onboard welcome reception
- Choice of Nuremberg guided tour or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; Christmas market
- Guided tour, see the Old Town Hall; onboard Christmas Traditions lecture
- Guided tour, visit the Bishop's Residence; Christmas market
- Cookie-baking demonstration on board; guided tour
Themes
Cultural, 50 Plus, Small Ship Cruise
What travelers are saying
"The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lovely with great views."
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$6,556
10 days From$5,298
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Group Tour
Why we love them
They combine the assurance of working with a large cruise operator with the warmth and personal service of a boutique provider.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Visits
Bamberg, Basel, Frankfurt, Heidelberg, Nuremberg, Prague, Rudesheim, Strasbourg
Highlights
- Onboard welcome reception
- Choice of excursion to Black Forest or Freiburg sightseeing; Christmas market
- Guided tour, visit La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral; Christmas market
- Guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat; free time for Christmas market
- Visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum; Christmas market
Themes
Cultural, 50 Plus
What travelers are saying
"The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lovely with great views."
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$7,490
10 days From$5,298
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River Cruise
Why we love them
They combine the assurance of working with a large cruise operator with the warmth and personal service of a boutique provider.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule
Visits
Bamberg, Basel, Budapest, Frankfurt, Heidelberg, Munich, Nuremberg, Passau, Rudesheim, Strasbourg, Vienna
Highlights
- Onboard welcome reception
- Scenic sailing, pass through Bratislava; Austrian cookies tasting on board; free time in Vienna in the evening
- City sightseeing; Christmas market
- Guided city walk in Krems; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk
- Guided walk; Christmas market
Themes
Cultural, 50 Plus, Small Ship Cruise
What travelers are saying
"The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lovely with great views."
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$12,348
17 days From$9,197
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River Cruise
Why we love them
They combine the assurance of working with a large cruise operator with the warmth and personal service of a boutique provider.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Visits
Bamberg, Frankfurt, Nuremberg, Prague
Highlights
- Onboard welcome reception
- Guided tour
- Guided tour, visit the Bishop's Residence; Christmas market
- Onboard Christmas Traditions lecture; guided tour, see the Old Town Hall; Christmas market
- Choice of guided tour or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; Christmas market
Themes
Cultural, 50 Plus, Small Ship Cruise
What travelers are saying
"The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lovely with great views."
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$4,092
8 days From$3,428
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River Cruise
Why we love them
They combine the assurance of working with a large cruise operator with the warmth and personal service of a boutique provider.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule
Visits
Amsterdam, Bamberg, Bratislava, Budapest, Nuremberg, Passau, Rudesheim, Salzburg, Vienna
Highlights
- Onboard welcome reception
- Choice of guided tour, see Heroes' Square or hike with your Adventure Host
- Choice of guided tour, visit St. Martin's Cathedral or up hike to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure Host
- Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host
- Choice of guided tour or hike up to the castle ruins in Dürnstein; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; choice of guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or walk with your Adventure Host; onboard wine tasting
Themes
Cultural, 50 Plus, Small Ship Cruise
What travelers are saying
"The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lovely with great views."
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$9,893
15 days From$7,299
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River Cruise
Why we love them
They combine the assurance of working with a large cruise operator with the warmth and personal service of a boutique provider.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Visits
Bamberg, Frankfurt, Nuremberg, Prague
Highlights
- Arrival day at leisure
- Guided tour, see the Astronomical Clock and visit to Hradcany Castle; Christmas market
- Onboard welcome reception
- Choice of Nuremberg guided tour, or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; Christmas market
- Guided tour, see the Old Town Hall; onboard Christmas Traditions lecture
Themes
Cultural, 50 Plus, Small Ship Cruise
What travelers are saying
"The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lovely with great views."
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$4,227
8 days From$3,428
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River Cruise
Why we love them
They combine the assurance of working with a large cruise operator with the warmth and personal service of a boutique provider.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule
Visits
Bamberg, Budapest, Frankfurt, Munich, Nuremberg, Passau, Vienna
Highlights
- Onboard welcome reception
- Scenic sailing, pass through Bratislava; Austrian cookies tasting on board; free time in Vienna in the evening
- City sightseeing; Christmas market
- Guided city walk in Krems; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk
- Guided walk; Christmas market
Themes
Cultural, 50 Plus, Small Ship Cruise
What travelers are saying
"The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lovely with great views."
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$8,300
13 days From$6,698
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River Cruise
Why we love them
They combine the assurance of working with a large cruise operator with the warmth and personal service of a boutique provider.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule
Visits
Linz, Nuremberg, Passau, Prague, Vienna
Highlights
- Onboard welcome reception
- Choice of guided tour or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; Christmas market
- Guided tour; Christmas markets; onboard Christmas Traditions lecture
- Guided tour; Christmas market
- Guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey; scenic cruising through the Wachau Valley; onboard Austrian cookies tasting; free time in Vienna
Themes
Cultural, 50 Plus, Small Ship Cruise
What travelers are saying
"The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lovely with great views."
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$4,011
7 days From$3,399
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River Cruise
Why we love them
They combine the assurance of working with a large cruise operator with the warmth and personal service of a boutique provider.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule
Visits
Budapest, Nuremberg, Passau, Prague, Salzburg, Vienna
Highlights
- Onboard welcome reception
- Scenic sailing, pass through Bratislava; free time in Vienna in the evening
- Choice of guided sightseeing, or Künsthistorisches Museum visit, or bike with your Adventure Host
- In Dürnstein choice of guided tour or hike up to its hilltop castle ruin; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley or biking with your Adventure Host; choice of guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk; onboard wine tasting
- Guided walk
Themes
Cultural, 50 Plus, Small Ship Cruise
What travelers are saying
"The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lovely with great views."
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$4,724
8 days From$3,899
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River Cruise
Why we love them
They combine the assurance of working with a large cruise operator with the warmth and personal service of a boutique provider.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule
Visits
Bamberg, Frankfurt, Linz, Munich, Nuremberg, Passau, Vienna
Highlights
- Onboard welcome reception
- Guided tour
- Guided tour, visit the Bishop’s Residence; Christmas market
- Onboard Christmas Traditions lecture; guided tour, see the Old Town Hall; Christmas market
- Choice of guided tour or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; Christmas market
Themes
Cultural, 50 Plus, Small Ship Cruise
What travelers are saying
"The Avalon was so wonderful and all staff were very helpful in many ways, we couldn't fault the ship or staff. Would recommend Avalon river cruises. The rooms are lovely with great views."
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$7,625
12 days From$6,198
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