Festive Season in the Heart of Germany 2025 (from Frankfurt-am-Main to Nuremberg)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a magical multi-day tour through the heart of Germany, exploring its rich history, stunning architecture, and festive holiday traditions. This journey will take you from the bustling city of Frankfurt to the picturesque Main River Village, the romantic Würzburg, the medieval Bamberg, and the historic Nuremberg. Along the way, you'll enjoy guided tours, live entertainment, and the chance to sample traditional German cuisine. You'll also have the opportunity to visit the world's most extensive collection of traditional German Christmas decorations and explore the charming Christmas markets of each city. This tour is a perfect blend of culture, history, and holiday cheer, making it an unforgettable experience.
Included
Chef-prepared onboard meals with regional cuisine and familiar favorites
Seasonal cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients
Avalon Fresh® healthy cuisine options at every meal
Spacious, open-seating Panorama Dining Room
Daily breakfast buffet with full range of classic breakfast items, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and daily a la carte specials
Complimentary room service for Continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Daily lunch buffet featuring regional specialties, classic dishes, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and rotating chef’s features including carving & pasta stations. Alternatively, you may dine al fresco at our Sky Grill on the Sky Deck (weather and itinerary permitting) or enjoy a light lunch in the Panorama Lounge.
Afternoon Tea featuring tea, coffee, and sweet treats
Four-course dinners with choice of appetizers, soups, salads, entrées and desserts or cheese
Linger over several selections from the Panorama Bistro's tasting menu for a less formal "sit-down" atmosphere
Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner
Avalon FlexDining® flexible dining times with menu & venue options
Vegetarian options at every meal, as well as vegan, low calorie, low fat, high fiber, low cholesterol, high energy and allergy-free selections
Panorama Lounge & Bar with premium spirits, cozy seating, panoramic windows & dance floor
Welcome & farewell cocktails with sparkling wine & canapés
New in 2023 - included Happy Hour every evening featuring house beer, wine, cocktails and a drink of the day
Cocktails with a view on the Sky Deck
Specialty coffees, espresso drinks and beWell Essence flavored and infused water available throughout each day
Avalon Tranquility II or similar
5 nights onboard cruise ship
Avalon Panorama: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite, Avalon Imagery II: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite
Friendly, English-speaking crew & Cruise Director
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Panoramic windows throughout the ship
Elegant, contemporary design & decor
Sky Deck with whirlpool, shade awnings, game area and premium lounges
Covered Observation Lounge
Club Lounge with 24-hour self-serve beverage station with complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees, as well as treats throughout the day
Elevator
Non-smoking interior and staterooms
Avalon Waterways offers a selection of included excursions in every port of call, with something for everyone within their "Classic", "Discovery" and "Active" collections
Destinations
Frankfurt
BambergMap
Attractions
Nuremberg lock
German Christmas MuseumDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Frankfurt to Main River Village
- Frankfurt - Arrival day
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Welcome to Germany! Your journey begins in the vibrant city of Frankfurt. Please ensure your flights arrive by 3 pm and that you are on board the ship by 5 pm. As the evening unfolds, we set sail for the charming Main River Village. Enjoy a delightful dinner on board as we cruise overnight.
Day 2 – Day 2: Main River Village to Würzburg
Day 2: Main River Village to Würzburg
Start your day with a guided tour of the picturesque Main River Village. After the tour, return to the ship for some live entertainment and a delicious lunch. We then set sail for Würzburg, where you'll spend the night after enjoying a hearty dinner on board.
Day 3 – Day 3: Würzburg to Bamberg
- Bamberg
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- German Christmas Museum
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Today, explore the 'Pearl of the Romantic Road', Würzburg, with a guided sightseeing tour. You may also choose to join an optional excursion to the beautiful Bavarian town of Rothenburg, home to the Käthe Wohlfahrt German Christmas museum. After a day of exploration, enjoy the festive atmosphere of Würzburg's Christmas markets before we cruise overnight to Bamberg.
Day 4 – Day 4: Bamberg to Nuremberg
- Bamberg
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Enjoy a Christmas Traditions Lecture on board as we sail to Bamberg. Upon arrival, join a guided sightseeing tour of this medieval city, home to Germany's Roman Empire dynasties. Spend your free time exploring the quaint Christmas markets and sampling traditional German dumplings, sausage, and Bavarian ale. As the day ends, we set sail for Nuremberg.
Day 5 – Day 5: Exploring Nuremberg
- Bamberg
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- Nuremberg lock
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Today, choose between a guided tour of Nuremberg's medieval architecture, including the gilded fountain, Gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle, or a guided tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds. Spend your free time exploring the Christmas Markets of Nuremberg and sampling local Bavarian fare. Overnight, we dock in Nuremberg.
Day 6 – Day 6: Farewell Nuremberg
- Bamberg - Departure day
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Your enchanting journey through Germany concludes today. Enjoy a final breakfast on board before saying goodbye to your fellow travelers and disembarking. Safe travels!
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