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Booking Dates

04/02/2023 through 09/09/2023

Travel Dates

04/02/2023 through 09/21/2023

Provider

Avalon Waterways

Ship

Avalon Expression

Explore the Rhine River from a unique perspective on an Avalon Active & Discovery river cruise. With Avalon Choice® inclusions you decide how to explore each destination on your Rhine River cruise. From classic sightseeing, to active pursuits, to discovery activities and excursions, you’ll enjoy a wide variety of included Avalon Choice® excursions to match your interests and pace. Whether you’re a history buff, a foodie, or an art lover, you’ll find a wide selection of inclusions that speak to you!

Your Rhine River cruise begins in Amsterdam for a day full of activities. See the colorful corners of Amsterdam your way-from a canal cruise to a kayak tour-all at an easy pace! You might choose an included painting class, instead, to recreate the masterpieces of Dutch artists. Take a guided “bites and highlights” tour in Düsseldorf, and take a cable-car ride up to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress for magnificent views of the surrounding area in Koblenz. Taste local specialties in Strasbourg; discover the magical Black Forest with a full-day tour or with a biking tour. Onboard, you’ll pass through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei and enjoy specialty dishes while cruising.

End your vacation your way with a two-night hotel stay in Lucerne! A city sightseeing and an included wine tastings will be the perfect highlights of your stay.

Join us for a Rhine River cruise like no other, with more included selections for every preference, passion, and pace. Active & Discovery river cruises include hand-selected Active, Discovery, and Classic inclusions to see each destination your way!

Included Features:

Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Amsterdam: Choice of painting class, or kayak tour or canal cruise

Day 3 Düsseldorf: Choice of guided city sightseeing, or biking tour, or culinary tour

Day 4 Koblenz–Rhine Gorge: Choice of Koblenz walking tour and Ehrenbreitstein Fortress with cable car ride, or Volcano Tour experience, or e-biking tour in the vineyards; cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breath-taking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei; private reception at Rheinstein Castle

Day 5 Speyer. Excursion to Heidelberg: Choice of guided tour of Heidelberg Castle with tasting of local special-ties, see the Great Vat, or a hike up Philosophers’ Way, or beer tour

Day 6 Strasbourg: Choice of guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral or culi-nary walk, or hike along the river

Day 7 Breisach. Excursion to Black Forest: Choice of excursion to Black Forest, or e-bike tour in the Black Forest or visit to a local winery

Day 8 Basel (Disembarkation)–Lucerne: Transfer to Lucerne; guided Sightseeing

Day 9 Lucerne: Wine Tasting

Day 10 Lucerne: Your vacation ends this morning

Itinerary Destination Pricing Terms and Conditions

Itinerary

Day	Description	View All
Day 1	Amsterdam, Holland (Embarkation) Depart Time: -- - Arrive Time: --	Details
Day 2	Amsterdam Depart Time: -- - Arrive Time: --	Details
Day 3	Düsseldorf, Germany Depart Time: -- - Arrive Time: --	Details
Day 4	Koblenz-rhine Gorge Depart Time: -- - Arrive Time: --	Details
Day 5	Speyer. Excursions To Heidelberg Depart Time: -- - Arrive Time: --	Details
Day 6	Strasbourg, France Depart Time: -- - Arrive Time: --	Details
Day 7	Breisach, Germany. Excursion To Black Forest Depart Time: -- - Arrive Time: --	Details
Day 8	Basel, Switzerland (Disembarkation)-lucerne Depart Time: -- - Arrive Time: --	Details
Day 9	Lucerne Depart Time: -- - Arrive Time: --	Details
Day 10	Lucerne Depart Time: -- - Arrive Time: --	Details

Destination

Amsterdam

Amsterdam: A good time! That’s what you’ll have in this beautiful capital of the Netherlands, which feels at once like a 17-century city and a bustling modern metropolis. Famous for its canals and extraordinary museums, Amsterdam is also an intimate city with strangely alluring streets and squares.

Basel

The second largest city in Switzerland, Basel is spread out on both sides of the Rhine river. The left bank is called the Grossbasel, and the part of the city located on the flatter right bank is Kleinbasel.

Due to its location on an important strategic river and bordering both Germany and France, Basel developed at an early date into an important trading centre. This development is still evident in the many international trade fairs and congresses held here. Basel is not only a city of trade, but it is also known for its production. Indeed, some of the world’s largest chemical and pharmaceutical companies are located here. It is quite natural that Basel plays an important financial and political role. Delegates from major industrial countries come to Basel to discuss the world’s monetary and geo-political situation. Meetings regularly occur in the elegant tower of the Bank for International Settlements (BIZ); yet Basel, also has reason to be proud of its intellectual and cultural importance.

The first university in Switzerland was founded here and Basel famously became the centre of humanism inspired by the visionary Erasmus von Rotterdam. Throughout modern history, great scholars have taught here including the physician Paracelsus and the philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche. A city of enormous appreciation for the arts, Basel boasts 267 museums, a grand new theatre as well as folkloristic gatherings and numerous civic festivals. The biggest event of the year is the Basel Fasnacht when the whole city takes part in the three days of high-spirited celebrations.

Dusseldorf

The commercial and cultural center for the Ruhr region on the Rhine River, Duseldorff is also the site of the Felderhof Cave where Neanderthal man was found in 1856.

Koblenz

Woods, Lakes and meadows make up a majority of Koblenz, and its famous sites draw visitors from all over to view the stunning beauty.

Pricing

Travel Dates	Price
05/09/23 - 05/18/23	Starting At $5,778	Get A Quote
05/09/23 - 05/18/23	Starting At $4,478	Get A Quote
06/20/23 - 06/29/23	Starting At $5,555	Get A Quote
06/20/23 - 06/29/23	Starting At $4,328	Get A Quote
08/01/23 - 08/10/23	Starting At $5,428	Get A Quote
08/01/23 - 08/10/23	Starting At $4,228	Get A Quote
09/12/23 - 09/21/23	Starting At $6,286	Get A Quote
09/12/23 - 09/21/23	Starting At $4,878	Get A Quote

Terms and Conditions

Prices are per person, land or cruise only, based on double occupancy. Offer subject to availability and change without notice. Some restrictions may apply. Please ask us for details.

Charges not included in the land vacation price: airfare to and from the start of your vacation; airline baggage fees including checked and/or excess baggage fees; Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; applicable cruise taxes, fees, fares and port charges; passports; visas and vaccinations; transfers; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships’ crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); additional excursions and activities not listed as ‘included’ in the itinerary; porterage at airports or train stations; Travel Protection premiums; and all other items of a personal nature.

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Active & Discovery On The Rhine With 2 Nights In Lucerne (Southbound)

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