Avalon Waterways: Main River Cruise

CENTRAL EUROPEAN EXPERIENCE - CRUISE ONLY FROM REMICH TO NUREMBERG with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WRN0 Land Price From: $2,589.00
8 days from Remich to Nuremberg or 9 days incl. travel
This splendid Central Europe river cruise introduces you to the magnificent Moselle, Rhine, and Main Rivers, as well as to the fascinating Main Danube Canal. Your vacation begins in Remich in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg where you board the Avalon Luminary. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Trier, Miltenberg, Würzburg and Bamberg. Visit Reichsburg Castle above the little town of Cochem, Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in pretty Rüdesheim, the Bishop’s Residenz in Würzburg, and attend an onboard cookie baking demonstration. Your vacation ends in Nuremberg.

CENTRAL EUROPEAN EXPERIENCE FROM PARIS TO PRAGUE with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WRN Land Price From: $3,619.00
12 days from Paris to Prague or 13 days incl. travel
This marvelous Central Europe river cruise introduces you to the magnificent Moselle, Rhine, and Main Rivers, as well as to the fascinating Main Danube Canal. Your vacation begins with two overnights and guided sightseeing in Paris, the splendid “City of Light.” Also enjoy guided sightseeing in Trier, Miltenberg, Würzburg, and Bamberg. Visit Reichsburg Castle above the little town of Cochem, Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in pretty Rüdesheim, and the Bishop’s Residenz in Würzburg. Other highlights: travel by high-speed train from Paris to Metz, cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, see the legendary Lorelei rock, and attend a traditional baking demonstration in Miltenberg. Your vacation ends with two overnights, guided sightseeing, and a visit of the Hradcany Castle grounds in the “Golden City” of Prague.

CHRISTMAS IN THE HEART OF GERMANY FROM FRANKFURT TO PRAGUE with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WFN Land Price From: $1,719.00
8 days from Frankfurt to Prague or 9 days incl. travel
Experience the holiday season on this festive river cruise vacation from Frankfurt to Prague. Enjoy guided city sightseeing in Miltenberg, Würzburg, Bamberg, Nuremberg, and Prague. Explore the marvelous Christmas markets in each city, including Germany’s most famous Christmas market in Nuremberg. At the markets, your senses are sure to be delighted—with the taste of hot mulled wine, the brilliant colors of the Christmas ornaments, the sounds of holiday cheer, and the smells of local specialties. Attend a traditional baking demonstration in the pretty Bavarian village of Miltenberg, visit Würzburg’s magnificent Bishop’s Residenz, and take an included excursion to medieval Rothenburg on the famed Romantic Road. See Bamberg’s Old Town Hall and sample some of Germany’s famous beers. In the “Golden City” of Prague, see the city’s best-known treasures. This is a magnificent way to start your holiday season

CHRISTMAS IN THE HEART OF GERMANY FROM PRAGUE TO FRANKFURT with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WNF Land Price From: $1,719.00
8 days from Prague to Frankfurt or 9 days incl. travel
Experience the holiday season on this festive river cruise vacation from Prague to Frankfurt. Your vacation begins in 1,000-year-old Prague with guided sightseeing that shows off the city’s best-known treasures and time to explore the impressive Old Town Christmas market. Also enjoy guided city sightseeing in Nuremberg, Bamberg, Würzburg, and the charming Bavarian village of Miltenberg. Other highlights: a beer tasting in Bamberg, a visit to Würzburg’s Bishop’s Residenz, an included excursion to medieval Rothenburg on the famed Romantic Road, and a traditional baking demonstration in the pretty Bavarian village of Miltenberg. What a fantastic way to start your holiday season.

CHRISTMASTIME IN GERMANY & AUSTRIA FROM FRANKFURT TO VIENNA with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WFV Land Price From: $2,999.00
12 days from Frankfurt to Vienna or 13 days incl. travel
Celebrate the Christmas season on this spectacular river cruise vacation from Frankfurt to Vienna. Your journey begins in Frankfurt, where you board your ship and set sail for the Bavarian village of Miltenberg. Continue to Wertheim to see the half-timbered houses and shop for blown-glass ornaments. In Würzburg, visit the Bishop’s Residenz and enjoy an included excursion to the walled city of Rothenburg. Discover the nativity scenes built by local citizens in medieval Bamberg; in Nuremberg, enjoy a beer tasting and experience Germany’s most famous Christmas market; explore the vibrant Bavarian capital of Munich; and spend time in medieval Regensburg. Other highlights include delightful Passau, a visit to the awe-inspiring Benedictine Abbey in Melk, and guided sightseeing and plenty of leisure time in magical Vienna, the “City of Music.” Throughout this cruise, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the traditional Christmas markets, where you’ll hear the holiday songs and cheer, smell the delightful aromas from freshly baked specialties, shop for colorful and fun Christmas decorations, taste the local food, and celebrate the holiday season.

CHRISTMASTIME IN GERMANY & AUSTRIA FROM VIENNA TO FRANKFURT with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WVF Land Price From: $3,099.00
12 days from Vienna to Frankfurt or 13 days incl. travel
Celebrate the Christmas season on this spectacular river cruise vacation from Vienna to Frankfurt. Your journey begins with guided sightseeing, time at the beautiful Christmas markets, and your ship embarkation in magical Vienna. On to Dürnstein to see the elegant baroque Stiftskirche, to Melk for wine tasting and to visit its amazing Benedictine Abbey, and to delightful Passau. Also spend time in medieval Regensburg, in Nuremberg with Germany’s most famous Christmas market, in the Bavarian capital of Munich, and in charming Bamberg for beer tasting. Other highlights: Würzburg to visit the Bishop’s Residenz, an included excursion to the walled city of Rothenburg, Wertheim to see the half-timbered houses and shop for blown-glass ornaments, and Miltenberg for a traditional baking demonstration. This year, don’t just celebrate the holidays the same way you always do. Instead, join this festive cruise vacation and experience traditional Christmas markets throughout Austria and Germany. Let your senses come alive as you smell the aromas, sample the tasty treats, listen to the holiday music and cheer, and shop for colorful Christmas decorations throughout the markets.

CHRISTMASTIME ON THE DANUBE FROM PRAGUE TO VIENNA with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WNV Land Price From: $2,019.00
9 days from Prague to Vienna or 10 days incl. travel
Enjoy the festive atmosphere from Prague to Vienna and all along the legendary Danube on this enchanting river cruise vacation. Enjoy guided sightseeing in each city and delight in the sights, smells, and tastes of centuries-old Christmas markets in Prague, Nuremberg, Regensburg, and Vienna. Be sure to sample the Glühwein, Lebkuchen, and other traditional holiday specialties! Other highlights include a visit of the magnificent Hradcany Castle grounds in Prague, a fun beer tasting, and a guided visit of the awe-inspiring Benedictine Abbey in Melk—a splendid way to kick off your holiday season!

EUROPEAN SPLENDOR FROM AMSTERDAM TO VIENNA with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WAV Land Price From: $3,999.00
13 days from Amsterdam to Vienna or 14 days incl. travel
This magnificent vacation includes a deluxe cruise that reveals the best of Europe along the Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers. Enjoy a canal cruise past Amsterdam’s 16th-century merchant houses and through the impressive Main Danube Canal. Sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge past the legendary Lorelei rock, visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in charming Rüdesheim, have fun at a beer tasting in Regensburg, and attend a baking demonstration in Bavaria’s picturesque Miltenberg. Also, see the sights with Local Guides in Cologne, Bamberg, Passau, Grein, and Vienna. Visit the splendid Benedictine Abbey in Melk and the Bishop’s Residenz—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—in Würzburg. While on board, be sure to have your camera ready for the majestic scenery and charming towns you’ll pass on this memorable vacation!

EUROPEAN SPLENDOR FROM VIENNA TO AMSTERDAM with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WVA Land Price From: $3,699.00
13 days from Vienna to Amsterdam or 14 days incl. travel
This magnificent vacation includes a deluxe cruise that reveals the best of Europe along the Danube, Main, and Rhine Rivers. See the sights with Local Guides in Vienna, Grein, Passau, Bamberg, and Cologne; attend a baking demonstration in Bavaria’s picturesque Miltenberg; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in charming Rüdesheim; and cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge past the legendary Lorelei rock. Your vacation concludes with a canal cruise past 16th-century merchant houses in delightful Amsterdam.

GRAND DANUBE CRUISE - CRUISE ONLY FROM BUCHAREST TO NUREMBERG with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WON0 Land Price From: $4,399.00
15 days from Bucharest to Nuremberg or 16 days incl. travel
Discover some of the continent’s best-kept secrets on this river cruise through Eastern and Central Europe, from Bucharest to Nuremberg. Guided sightseeing in each city shows you the highlights, with inside visits of Patriarch’s Church in Veliko Târnovo, Kalemegdan Fortress in Belgrade, Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest, and Melk’s Benedictine Abbey. Enjoy an organ concert in Kalocsa, and cruise through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge and Main Danube Canal.

GRAND DANUBE CRUISE FROM BUCHAREST TO PRAGUE with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WON Land Price From: $5,289.00
19 days from Bucharest to Prague or 20 days incl. travel
Discover some of the continent’s best-kept secrets on this river cruise through Eastern and Central Europe, from Bucharest to Prague. Guided sightseeing in each city shows you the highlights, with inside visits of Patriarch’s Church in Veliko Târnovo, Kalemegdan Fortress in Belgrade, Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest, and Melk’s awe-inspiring Benedictine Abbey. Also stop in the Puszta for an exhibition of Hungarian horsemanship, cruise through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge and Main Danube Canal, and enjoy three overnights in Prague, with guided sightseeing of the city’s main sites, plenty of free time, and the conclusion of your incredible cruise vacation.

GRAND DANUBE CRUISE FROM BUCHAREST TO PRAGUE WITH EXTENDED STAY IN BUCHAREST with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WONE Land Price From: $5,909.00
21 days from Bucharest to Prague or 22 days incl. travel
Discover some of the continent’s best-kept secrets on this river cruise through Eastern and Central Europe, from Bucharest to Prague. Your vacation begins with three overnights in Bucharest that includes guided sightseeing of the city’s main sites and plenty of free time to make your own discoveries. Then travel to Oltenita and board your river cruise ship for your journey. Guided sightseeing in each city shows you the highlights, with inside visits of Patriarch’s Church in Veliko Târnovo, Kalemegdan Fortress in Belgrade, Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest, and Melk’s splendid Benedictine Abbey. Also stop in the Puszta for an exhibition of Hungarian horsemanship, cruise through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge and Main Danube Canal, and conclude your incredible vacation with three overnights in Prague. Enjoy guided sightseeing and plenty of time at leisure to explore the Hradcany Castle grounds, wander through Prague’s Jewish Quarter, shop for hand-cut crystal, savor authentic Czech dumplings, stand in the square where protestors demonstrated against Communism, or visit one of the many churches. What a way to end this fabulous vacation filled with historic sites, delicious cuisine, scenic beauty, quaint towns, and more.

GRAND DANUBE CRUISE FROM PRAGUE TO BUCHAREST with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WNO Land Price From: $5,569.00
19 days from Prague to Bucharest or 20 days incl. travel
Discover some of the continent’s best-kept secrets on this river cruise through Central and Eastern Europe, from Prague to Bucharest. Spend three nights in Prague, an overnight in Bucharest, and plenty of leisure time in Budapest and Vienna to explore on your own. Guided sightseeing in each city shows you the highlights, with inside visits of Hradcany Castle in Prague, Melk’s awe-inspiring Benedictine Abbey, Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest, Kalemegdan Fortress in Belgrade, and Patriarch’s Church in Veliko Târnovo. Also cruise through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge and Main Danube Canal, enjoy an organ concert in Kalocsa, and stop in the Puszta for an exhibition of Hungarian horsemanship. Historical sites, cultural events, splendid scenery, and sumptuous cuisine—this cruise has it all!

GRAND DANUBE CRUISE FROM PRAGUE TO BUCHAREST WITH EXTENDED STAY IN BUCHAREST with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WNOE Land Price From: $6,189.00
21 days from Prague to Bucharest or 22 days incl. travel
Discover some of the continent’s best-kept secrets on this river cruise through Central and Eastern Europe, from Prague to Bucharest. Spend three nights in both Prague and Bucharest, and enjoy plenty of leisure time in Budapest and Vienna to explore on your own. Guided sightseeing in each city shows you the highlights, with inside visits of Hradcany Castle in Prague, Melk’s awe-inspiring Benedictine Abbey, Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest, Kalemegdan Fortress in Belgrade, and Patriarch’s Church in Veliko Târnovo. Also cruise through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge and Main Danube Canal, enjoy an organ concert in Kalocsa, stop in the Puszta for an exhibition of Hungarian horsemanship, and take an excursion to Transylvania to visit Bran Castle of Dracula fame. All of this and more awaits you on this marvelous cruise vacation!

JEWELS OF CENTRAL EUROPE - CRUISE ONLY FROM BUDAPEST TO REMICH with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WBR0 Land Price From: $4,889.00
15 days from Budapest to Remich or 16 days incl. travel
Sail along the Danube, Main, Rhine, and Moselle Rivers and through the Main Danube Canal and dramatic Rhine Gorge on this remarkable river cruise vacation. Guided sightseeing in each city shows you the highlights, with inside visits of Melk’s Benedictine Abbey, the Bishop’s Residenz in Würzburg, Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in charming Rüdesheim, and Reichsburg Castle in Cochem. Also participate in a beer tasting in Regensburg, attend a traditional baking on board and visit Bavaria’s capital, Munich.

JEWELS OF CENTRAL EUROPE - CRUISE ONLY FROM REMICH TO BUDAPEST with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WRB0 Land Price From: $4,929.00
15 days from Remich to Budapest or 16 days incl. travel
Sail along the Moselle, Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers, and through the dramatic Rhine Gorge and Main Danube Canal on this remarkable river cruise vacation. Your vacation begins in Remich in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg where you board the Avalon Luminary. Guided sightseeing in each city shows you the highlights, with inside visits to Reichsburg Castle in Cochem, Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in charming Rüdesheim, the Bishop’s Residenz in Würzburg, Melk’s Benedictine Abbey, and Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest. Other highlights: an excursion to Bavaria’s capital, Munich, attend an onboard traditional baking demonstration and participate in a beer tasting in Regensburg.

JEWELS OF CENTRAL EUROPE FROM BUDAPEST TO PARIS with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WBR Land Price From: $5,909.00
19 days from Budapest to Paris or 20 days incl. travel
Sail along the Danube, Main, Rhine, and Moselle Rivers and through the Main Danube Canal and dramatic Rhine Gorge on this remarkable river cruise vacation. Begin your trip with two nights in the vibrant Hungarian capital of Budapest with guided sightseeing and time to explore the city on your own. Then set sail and enjoy guided sightseeing showing the highlights in each city, with inside visits of Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest, Melk’s awe-inspiring Benedictine Abbey, the Bishop’s Residenz in Würzburg, Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in charming Rüdesheim, and Reichsburg Castle in Cochem. Also participate in a lively beer tasting, attend a traditional baking demonstration in the pretty Bavarian village of Miltenberg, and travel by high-speed train to Paris, where your vacation concludes with two overnights, guided sightseeing, and plenty of free time to explore the “City of Light” at your own pace!

JEWELS OF CENTRAL EUROPE FROM PARIS TO BUDAPEST with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WRB Land Price From: $5,519.00
17 days from Paris to Budapest or 18 days incl. travel
Sail along the Moselle, Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers, and through the dramatic Rhine Gorge and Main Danube Canal on this remarkable river cruise vacation. Your journey begins with two overnights in Paris, with guided city sightseeing and leisure time to explore the “City of Light” on your own. Then, travel from Paris to Metz via high-speed train and embark your river cruise ship in Remich, Luxembourg. Guided sightseeing in each city shows you the highlights, with inside visits to Reichsburg Castle in Cochem, Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in charming Rüdesheim, the Bishop’s Residenz in Würzburg, Melk’s Benedictine Abbey, and Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest. Other highlights: attend a traditional baking demonstration in the pretty Bavarian village of Miltenberg, pass the legendary Lorelei rock, and participate in a lively beer tasting. All of this and more awaits you on this marvelous cruise vacation.

MAGNIFICENT EUROPE FROM AMSTERDAM TO BUDAPEST with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WAB Land Price From: $4,149.00
15 days from Amsterdam to Budapest or 16 days incl. travel
See the highlights of Central Europe on this enchanting river cruise between Amsterdam and Budapest. Guided sightseeing in each city shows you the highlights, with a cruise through the scenic canals of Amsterdam and through the dramatic Rhine Gorge past the legendary Lorelei rock. Spend time in magnificent Cologne, the charming wine village of Rüdesheim, and magical Vienna. Attend an authentic baking demonstration in Miltenberg, wine tasting in Austria’s Wachau Valley, and a beer tasting in Nuremberg. Also enjoy inside visits of Würzburg’s Bishop’s Residenz, the phenomenal Benedictine Abbey in Melk, St. Martin’s Cathedral in Bratislava, and imposing Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest. While on board, be sure to have your camera ready to capture the scenic beauty, quaint towns, fascinating architecture, and historic buildings dotting the landscape as you sail along.

MAGNIFICENT EUROPE FROM BUDAPEST TO AMSTERDAM with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WBA Land Price From: $4,299.00
15 days from Budapest to Amsterdam or 16 days incl. travel
See the highlights of Central Europe on this enchanting cruise between Budapest and Amsterdam. Guided sightseeing in each city shows you the highlights, with beer tasting in Nuremberg, a traditional baking demonstration in Miltenberg, wine tasting in Austria’s Wachau Valley, and time in charming Dürnstein, Regensburg, Cologne, Rüdesheim, Bamberg, and Vienna. Also enjoy inside visits of Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest, Bratislava’s gothic St. Martin’s Cathedral, the amazing Benedictine Abbey in Melk, and Würzburg’s Bishop’s Residenz. Cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge past the legendary Lorelei rock, and glide past quaint towns, beautiful scenery, and historic buildings along the Danube. Your vacation concludes with a scenic cruise through the delightful canals of Amsterdam.

NORTH SEA - BLACK SEA CRUISE - CRUISE ONLY FROM BUCHAREST TO AMSTERDAM with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WOA0 Land Price From: $6,949.00
22 days from Bucharest to Amsterdam or 23 days incl. travel
The Black Sea, the North Sea, and the rivers in between are the focus of this memorable river cruise along the magnificent Danube, Main, and Rhine Rivers. Enjoy included guided sightseeing in each city; experience the famed Vienna Woods; and spend time in the charming wine village of Rüdesheim. Visit Contanta on the Blaack Sea, cruise through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge and sail through the Main Danube Canal. Other highlights include Patriarch’s Church in Veliko Târnovo, Belgrade’s Kalemegdan Fortress, Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest, the Benedictine Abbey in Melk, and a traditional baking demonstration on board. Your vacation ends with a cruise through Amsterdam’s lovely canals.

NORTH SEA - BLACK SEA CRUISE FROM AMSTERDAM TO BUCHAREST with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WAO Land Price From: $7,379.00
23 days from Amsterdam to Bucharest or 24 days incl. travel
The North Sea, the Black Sea, and the rivers in between are the focus of this memorable cruise along the magnificent Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers. Relax and enjoy as you cruise past quaint villages, taking in the scenery and learning about the history. Cruise through Amsterdam’s lovely canals and the Main Danube Canal, sail through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge, and enjoy included guided sightseeing in each city—Würzburg, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Vienna, Budapest, Vukovar, Belgrade, and Constanta. Spend time in the charming wine village of Rüdesheim, experience the famed Vienna Woods, and explore Bucharest, Romania’s lively capital. Other highlights include a baking demonstration in the pretty Bavarian village of Miltenberg and guided visits of the amazing Benedictine Abbey in Melk, Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest, Belgrade’s Kalemegdan Fortress, and Patriarch’s Church in Veliko Târnovo. This is a vacation of a lifetime!

NORTH SEA - BLACK SEA CRUISE FROM AMSTERDAM TO ISTANBUL with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WAOE Land Price From: $9,749.00
26 days from Amsterdam to Istanbul or 27 days incl. travel
The North Sea, the Black Sea, and the rivers in between are the focus of this memorable cruise along the magnificent Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers. Relax and enjoy as you cruise past quaint villages, taking in the scenery and learning about the history. Cruise through Amsterdam’s lovely canals and the Main Danube Canal, sail through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge, and enjoy included guided sightseeing in each city—Würzburg, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Vienna, Budapest, Vukovar, Belgrade, and Constanta. Spend time in the charming wine village of Rüdesheim, experience the famed Vienna Woods, and explore Bucharest, Romania’s lively capital. Other highlights include a baking demonstration in the pretty Bavarian village of Miltenberg and guided visits of the amazing Benedictine Abbey in Melk, Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest, Belgrade’s Kalemegdan Fortress, and Patriarch’s Church in Veliko Târnovo. Finally, fly to exotic Istanbul, Turkey, for three overnights, free time, and guided sightseeing that shows off the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Seraglio, and famous Grand Bazaar. A vacation of a lifetime!

NORTH SEA - BLACK SEA CRUISE FROM BUCHAREST TO AMSTERDAM with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WOA Land Price From: $7,179.00
23 days from Bucharest to Amsterdam or 24 days incl. travel
The Black Sea, the North Sea, and the rivers in between are the focus of this memorable river cruise along the magnificent Danube, Main, and Rhine Rivers. Relax and enjoy as you cruise past quaint villages, taking in the scenery and learning about the history. Enjoy included guided sightseeing in each city, experience the famed Vienna Woods, spend time in the charming wine village of Rüdesheim, and visit the stunning Bishop’s Residenz in Würzburg. Also, cruise through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge and sail through the Main Danube Canal. Other highlights include Patriarch’s Church in Veliko Târnovo, Belgrade’s Kalemegdan Fortress, Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest, the awe-inspiring Benedictine Abbey in Melk, the National Art Museum in Bucharest, and a traditional baking demonstration in the pretty Bavarian village of Miltenberg. Your vacation ends with a cruise through Amsterdam’s lovely canals. What a wonderful way to conclude this marvelous vacation!

NORTH SEA - BLACK SEA CRUISE FROM ISTANBUL TO AMSTERDAM with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WOAE Land Price From: $9,549.00
26 days from Istanbul to Amsterdam or 27 days incl. travel
The Black Sea, the North Sea, and the rivers in between are the focus of this memorable river cruise along the magnificent Danube, Main, and Rhine Rivers. Your vacation begins with three overnights in exciting Istanbul, Turkey. Founded by the Greeks as Byzantium more than 2,500 years ago, you will visit Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Seraglio, and the Grand Bazaar. Next: fly to Bucharest, Romania’s vibrant capital, then travel to Oltenita to embark your ship for a 21-night cruise from Romania to Holland. On board, relax and enjoy as you cruise past quaint villages, taking in the enchanting scenery and learning about the history. Highlights include guided sightseeing in each city as well as inside visits to the Patriarch’s Church in Veliko Târnovo, Kalemegdan Fortress in Belgrade, Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest, awe-inspiring Melk Abbey, the National Art Museum in Bucharest, and more. Cruise through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge, take an excursion to the famed Vienna Woods, delight in a traditional baking demonstration in the pretty Bavarian village of Miltenberg, and explore the charming wine village of Rüdesheim. In Amsterdam, cruise through the lovely canals and enjoy the conclusion of your wonderful European river cruise adventure.

ROMANTIC RHINE FROM AMSTERDAM TO BASEL with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WAZ Land Price From: $2,229.00
8 days from Amsterdam to Basel or 9 days incl. travel
One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits on this mesmerizing journey along the Rhine. Enjoy a canal cruise in splendid Amsterdam as well as guided sightseeing in Cologne, Koblenz, and Strasbourg. Delight in excursions to Germany’s Black Forest and to Heidelberg, Germany’s oldest university town with its imposing castle. Also sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, see the legendary Lorelei rock, and visit the Gutenberg Museum in Mainz.

ROMANTIC RHINE FROM ZÜRICH TO AMSTERDAM with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WZA Land Price From: $2,249.00
8 days from Zürich to Amsterdam or 9 days incl. travel
One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits on this mesmerizing journey along the Rhine. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Strasbourg, Koblenz, and Cologne, as well as an excursion to Heidelberg, Germany’s oldest university town. Sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, the most beautiful stretch of river dotted every mile with castles. Enjoy a canal cruise in splendid Amsterdam, see the legendary Lorelei rock, and visit the Gutenberg Museum in Mainz. Be sure to pack your camera so you can capture the romance and splendor of this magical journey.

THE BLUE DANUBE DISCOVERY - CRUISE ONLY FROM BUDAPEST TO NUREMBERG with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WBN0 Land Price From: $2,099.00
8 days from Budapest to Nuremberg or 9 days incl. travel
The delightful Danube sets the stage for this incredible journey. Begin in Budapest where you board your river cruise vessel and sail westward, with guided sightseeing in magical Vienna, Passau, and medieval Regensburg. Also take a guided walk in Dürnstein that shows off the baroque Stiftskirche, visit the Benedictine Abbey and enjoy a wine tasting in Melk, and participate in a guided tour of charming Nuremberg where your river cruise journey ends.

THE BLUE DANUBE DISCOVERY FROM BUDAPEST TO PRAGUE with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WBN Land Price From: $3,189.00
13 days from Budapest to Prague or 14 days incl. travel
The delightful Danube sets the stage for this incredible journey as you sail through beautiful scenery and quaint towns. Begin in Budapest, Hungary, with two overnights, guided sightseeing, and a visit to imposing Fishermen’s Bastion. Enjoy Hungarian cuisine, explore its famous produce market—Central Market Hall, wander around the former Royal Palace grounds, explore its famous churches, or visit one of the many museums. Then, board your river cruise vessel and sail westward, with guided sightseeing in magical Vienna, Passau, and medieval Regensburg. Also take a guided walk in the charming town of Dürnstein and see the baroque Stiftskirche; visit the awe-inspiring Benedictine Abbey in Melk and marvel at its beauty. Enjoy a wine tasting in Melk and a beer tasting in fascinating Nuremberg. Disembark your ship and travel to the “Golden City” of Prague for a final three overnights, guided sightseeing, and plenty of free time to discover the Hradcany Castle grounds, wander through Prague’s Jewish Quarter, shop for hand-cut crystal, savor authentic Czech dumplings, stand in the square where protestors demonstrated against Communism, or visit one of the many churches. All of this and more awaits you on this marvelous vacation!

THE LEGENDARY DANUBE - CRUISE ONLY FROM NUREMBERG TO BUDAPEST with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WNB0 Land Price From: $1,839.00
8 days from Nuremberg to Budapest or 9 days incl. travel
You’ll treasure every moment of this memorable Danube River cruise. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Nuremberg, medieval Regensburg, Passau, Vienna, and Budapest. Sail through the fascinating Main Danube Canal, attend a beer tasting in Regensburg, tour Melk’s splendid Benedictine Abbey, and experience the music, art, culture, and historical sites in romantic Vienna—a memorable vacation!

THE LEGENDARY DANUBE FROM PRAGUE TO BUDAPEST with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WNB Land Price From: $2,499.00
11 days from Prague to Budapest or 12 days incl. travel
From the splendor of Prague to the Gypsy violins of Budapest, you’ll treasure every moment of this memorable Danube River cruise. Enjoy three nights in Prague with guided sightseeing as well as time to explore this marvelous city on your own. Discover the Hradcany Castle grounds, wander through Prague’s Jewish Quarter, shop for hand-cut crystal, savor authentic Czech dumplings, stand in the square where protestors demonstrated against Communism, or visit one of the many churches. Then drive to Nuremberg and set sail for medieval Regensburg, Passau, Vienna, and Budapest, with guided sightseeing in each city. Sail through the fascinating Main Danube Canal and witness the scenic beauty as you cruise past quaint towns. Attend a beer tasting, tour Melk’s splendid Benedictine Abbey, and experience the music, art, culture, and historical sites in romantic Vienna—a memorable vacation!

THE RHINE & MOSELLE FROM AMSTERDAM TO BASEL with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WAT Land Price From: $3,999.00
13 days from Amsterdam to Basel or 14 days incl. travel
This exciting river cruise vacation has it all! Begin in Amsterdam with a cruise through the city’s enchanting canals. Then, head north to explore the unique harbor town of Volendam, Edam with its world-famous cheeses, and Arnhem, where you can choose between guided sightseeing or a visit of the WWII Airborne Museum Hartenstein. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Cologne, Koblenz, and Strasbourg; see the Roman ruins at Trier, Reichsburg Castle above charming Cochem, and the unique Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim. Also, visit the Gutenberg Museum in Mainz, sail past the legendary Lorelei rock and through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, sample the area’s celebrated wines in Bernkastel, and enjoy excursions to majestic Heidelberg and to Germany’s legendary Black Forest.

THE UPPER RHINE TO THE CITY OF MUSIC FROM ZÜRICH TO VIENNA with Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tour Code: WZV Land Price From: $3,849.00
12 days from Zürich to Vienna or 13 days incl. travel
Four countries, three rivers, and the impressive Main Danube Canal are the basis of this delightful river cruise vacation. Start in Zürich, Switzerland, then travel to Basel to embark your river cruise vessel. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Strasbourg, Würzburg, Bamberg, Regensburg, and Passau. From Mannheim, you have a choice of excursions—you can go to Heidelberg to see its imposing castle ruins or to Speyer to see its Romanesque cathedral. A stop in Melk includes a visit to the beautiful Benedictine Abbey. Guided orientations of the smaller towns show off their famous sights, and time in Nuremberg includes the chance to sample some of Germany’s world-famous beers. Your journey concludes in Vienna with guided sightseeing and time at leisure to explore this extraordinary “City of Music” on your own.