Avalon Rhine River Cruise
Amsterdam to Basel
April 8-15, 2023 onboard the Avalon Vista
Prices pp + tax starting at:
$3422 Lower Level / $4472 Balcony
One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which takes you across Germany—and touches in Holland, France, and Switzerland! This magnificent river cruise begins in the ever popular, modern city of Amsterdam, Holland. The best way to see the treasures of this 700-year-old city is on a canal cruise along the elegant grachten, lined with homes dating back to the city’s “Golden Age”. Cologne, Germany—a 2,000 year-old city known for its Gothic architecture—will be an exciting stop with its famous twin-spired cathedral and Old Town with many shops, cafés, and taverns. Pass through the dramatic Rhine Gorge—the most beautiful view of the Rhine River where ancient castles stand on cliffs 400 feet above the water. Cruise to the charming wine town of Rüdesheim and visit the unique Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Continue your Rhine River cruise to Mainz for a guided walk and visit to the captivating Gutenberg Museum, or take an excursion to Heidelberg to visit the ruins of its red-walled castle. In Strasbourg, France, you’ll be amazed by the red-sandstone Gothic cathedral with ancient murals and fascinating astronomical clock. Also, stroll through the lovely La Petite France district with its quaint shops, delightful bistros, and peaceful waterfront promenade. Before the end of your European river cruise vacation, stop in Breisach, Germany, the gateway to Germany’s Black Forest. Here, find unrivaled natural beauty in the area best known for Black Forest ham, cherry cake, and the cuckoo clock.
Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception
Day 2 Amsterdam: Canal cruise
Day 3 Cologne: Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour or Jewish Heritage walking tour
Day 4 Rhine Gorge–Rüdesheim: Scenic cruise through the Rhine Gorge; visit Siegried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rudesheim
Day 5 Mainz. Excursion to Heidelberg: Choice of guided walk in Mainz with a visit to the Gutenberg Museum or a guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat, or hike up Philosophers' Way
Day 6 Strasbourg: Guided sightseeing, visit the La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral
Day 7 Breisach: Choice of excursion to Black Forest, or visit to Badischer Winzerkeller
Day 8 Basel (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning
Contact Karen for more information or to book this cruise:
262-492-8747 / karen@chocolatecitytravel.com