The Rhine & Moselle (Northbound) 2024

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Description

Summary

Starts
Basel
Duration
11 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy

Description

Embark on an enchanting 11-day journey that takes you through the heart of Europe, from the bustling city of Basel to the vibrant canals of Amsterdam. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of cultural immersion, historical exploration, and natural beauty. Discover the charm of the Black Forest, the grandeur of Strasbourg's cathedral, the ancient ruins of Heidelberg, and the vineyards of Bernkastel. Marvel at the Moselle Valley's charm, explore Trier's Roman remnants, and immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of Cologne before ending your journey in the colorful city of Amsterdam. Each day is filled with exciting activities, delicious meals, and comfortable accommodations, ensuring an unforgettable travel experience.

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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

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Avalon Tranquility II or Avalon Imagery II or similar

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10 nights of accommodation onboard an Avalon Waterways River cruise ship

Avalon Imagery II: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite

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Friendly, English-speaking crew & Cruise Director

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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

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Destinations

Canton Remich - region in LuxembourgRemich
Amsterdam Netherlands dancing houses over river Amstel landmark in old european city spring landscape.Amsterdam
Cochem
View of the Old Town of Basel with red stone Munster cathedral and the Rhine river, Switzerland.Basel
Photo of traditional half-timbered houses on picturesque canals in La Petite France in the medieval fairytale town of Strasbourg, France.Strasbourg
Cologne Aerial view with trains move on a bridge over the Rhine River on which cargo barges and passenger ships ply. Majestic Cologne Cathedral in the background.Cologne
Trier - city in GermanyTrier

Map

Attractions

Heidelberg Palace, Altstadt, Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, GermanyHeidelberg Palace
Photo of Cologne Cathedral, a Roman Catholic Gothic cathedral in Cologne, Germany.Cologne Cathedral
Église Saint-Thomas, Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin, Grand Est, Metropolitan France, FranceSt Thomas Church
photo of view of Trier, Germany. Famous Porta Negra night illuminated. Ancient roman city Augusta Treverorum. Rheinland-Pfalz land.,Trier  germany..Porta Nigra
photo of Amsterdam Museum (Rijksmuseum) with I Amsterdam sign, Netherlands.Amsterdam Museum
RömerFrankfurter Römer

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome to Basel

  • Basel - Arrival day
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Your journey begins in the vibrant city of Basel. Arrive by 3 pm and board your Suite Ship®. Spend the evening exploring the ship and enjoying a delicious dinner. Overnight stay on the ship.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring the Black Forest and Breisach

  • Strasbourg
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Start your day with a visit to the Adventure Center. Choose between a relaxing bike ride along the Rhine, a full-day guided tour to the magical Black Forest, a visit to a local winery in Breisach, or a guided tour to explore Freiburg's medieval city center. You may also opt for a guided excursion to the charming village of Colmar. Overnight cruise to Strasbourg.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Discovering Strasbourg

  • Strasbourg
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  • St Thomas Church
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Discover Strasbourg by bike or take a city sightseeing tour, including the city's Gothic cathedral and the magical La Petite France District. Spend the afternoon exploring the city at your leisure or choose among the guided optional excursions available. Overnight cruise to Ludwigshafen.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Exploring Heidelberg

  • Heidelberg
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  • Heidelberg Palace
  • Frankfurter Römer
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Join an inspiring walk in Heidelberg, take an entertaining guided tour to the famous Frankenstein castle, or enjoy a guided tour to Heidelberg Castle. Spend the afternoon sailing to Rüdesheim. Overnight docking in Rüdesheim.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Journey through Koblenz

  • Koblenz
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Leave Rüdesheim after breakfast and cruise through the spectacular Rhine Gorge to Koblenz. Explore Koblenz's Mosel side by bike, take a guided city walk amid ancient fortresses walls, towers, squares and monuments, or visit the Sayn Manor House on a guided tour. Overnight cruise to Bernkastel.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Exploring Bernkastel

  • Remich
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Join your Adventure Host for an hike in this beautiful area or take a guided walking tour of the charming wine village of Bernkastel. In the afternoon, you may choose to join a guided optional excursion to a local winery for a wine tasting. Overnight cruise to Remich.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Discovering Trier

  • Trier
  • Cochem
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  • Porta Nigra
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Enjoy a free morning in Remich before sailing to Trier. Discover Trier with your Adventure Host, take a guided sightseeing tour of Germany's oldest city, or join a history-focused Roman Trier guided tour. Overnight cruise to Cochem.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Exploring Cochem

  • Cochem
  • Cologne
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Bike along the Mosel river, visit the former bunker of Germany's Central Bank, or join a guided walk of Cochem to see the charming town's half-timbered houses and winding streets. Visit the hilltop Reichsburg Castle for a bird's-eye-view of the Moselle Valley and river bend. Overnight cruise to Cologne.

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Day 9

Day 9 – Day 9: Celebrating in Cologne

  • Cologne
  • Amsterdam
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  • Cologne Cathedral
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Enjoy a bike ride like the locals in Cologne, choose a guided walking tour of Cologne's important Jewish heritage sites, or take a guided city walk of Cologne with its soaring twin-steepled gothic cathedral. Spend the evening enjoying a glass of Kölsch pale lager. Overnight sailing to Amsterdam.

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Day 10

Day 10 – Day 10: Discovering Amsterdam

  • Amsterdam
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  • Amsterdam Museum
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Start your day with an early morning walk in Amsterdam or explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a guided canal cruise. Spend the afternoon visiting one of Amsterdam's many fascinating museums or galleries. Overnight docking in Amsterdam.

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Day 11

Day 11 – Day 11: Farewell Amsterdam

  • Amsterdam - Departure day
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Your unforgettable 11-day journey comes to an end. Enjoy a final breakfast before bidding farewell to Amsterdam.

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