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Porto Cityscape, Portugal
from $4,651
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Vida Portugal: Vineyards & Villages along the Douro

Roundtrip Porto - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Alegria
  • Cruise the Douro River
  • Guided tours to Braga and Guimaraes
  • Explore Peso da Regua and Lamego
  • Kayak through Douro Valley
  • Conclude the trip in Porto
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Porto / Porto
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Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration
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Embark on an 8-day Vida Portugal cruise aboard Avalon Alegria. Begin and end in Porto, visiting historic towns like Salamanca, Lamego, and Amarante. Explore UNESCO sites, vineyards, artisan markets, and ancient villages.
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Passau at sunset, Germany
from $4,215
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Christmastime on the Danube

Eastbound - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Explore the city of Nuremberg
  • Have fun exploring Christmas market
  • Roam around the city of Passau
  • Visit the Benedictine Abbey
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Nuremberg / Vienna
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Experience this one-of-a-kind Christmas trip by sailing through the Danube river and visit fascinating sights beginning Nuremberg's medieval architectures to Vienna's magical Christmas advent markets.
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The charming Honfleur old dock
from $5,519
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Active & Discovery on the Seine

Paris to Paris - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tapestry II
  • Cycle through the heart of Paris
  • Whip up sweet Chantilly cream
  • Tour Claude Monet's gardens
  • Explore the medieval quarter
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Paris' Seine River / Paris' Seine River
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Embark on a 9-day Active & Discovery on the Seine cruise aboard the Avalon Tapestry II, exploring France through your choice of classic, discovery, and active excursions. Visit iconic destinations like Paris, Rouen, and the Normandy beaches while enjoying hands-on culinary workshops, guided hikes, and historical tours.
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Cruise along the scenic Douro river
from $4,851
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Festive Season on the Douro

Porto to Porto - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Alegria
  • Explore Porto wine cellars
  • Taste regional Vinho Verde
  • Visit historic Salamanca
  • Paint traditional azulejos
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Porto / Porto
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Biking
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Sail the Douro River on an 8-day festive season cruise aboard the Avalon Alegria, traveling round-trip from Porto. You explore historic towns, visit renowned Portuguese wine cellars, and wander through enchanting holiday markets. Discover the Douro Valley's landscapes, from Castelo Rodrigo's medieval walls to the golden stone of Salamanca.
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Vienna Opera House, Austria
from $3,779
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Danube Symphony (Eastbound)

Vilshofen to Budapest - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Expression
  • Explore Linz historic sites
  • Cruise scenic Wachau Valley
  • Stroll Bratislava Old Town
  • Taste Wachau Valley wines
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Vilshofen / Budapest
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Hiking
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Board Avalon Expression for an 8-day Danube River cruise from Germany to Hungary. Visit Linz, Vienna, and Bratislava, sail through the Wachau Valley, and enjoy optional experiences such as a Linzer Torte cooking class, wine tasting, or a guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace before ending in Budapest.
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Panoramic view of Budapest cityscape
from $3,464
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Danube Symphony (Westbound)

Budapest to Vilshofen - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Expression
  • Bike Vienna’s scenic Danube
  • Taste Wachau Valley wines
  • Visit St. Florian Monastery
  • Tour Schönbrunn Palace grandeur
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Experience the Danube Symphony westbound on a 6-day Avalon Expression river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen. Explore Vienna, Bratislava, Krems, Wachau Valley, Ybbs, and Linz with guided sightseeing, biking, wine tasting, pastries, castles, and cultural landmarks along the way.
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market in Cologne
from $6,329
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Christmastime on the Romantic Rhine

Basel to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon View
  • Explore the magical Black Forest
  • Visit Strasbourg's cathedral
  • Tour historic Heidelberg Castle
  • Cruise Amsterdam's iconic canals
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Christmas Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
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Embark on an 8-day Christmastime on the Romantic Rhine cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the Avalon View. You visit festive markets in Germany, France, and Holland; discover the Black Forest, explore Strasbourg’s Gothic cathedral, see Heidelberg Castle, and sail the scenic Rhine Gorge before enjoying a canal cruise in Amsterdam.
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas Market in Frankfurt
from $3,243
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Christmas Time in Alsace & Germany (Northbound)

Basel to Frankfurt - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • Explore Breisach Christmas Market
  • Discover Freiburg medieval streets
  • Stroll Strasbourg La Petite
  • Tour Heidelberg Castle ruins
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Basel / Frankfurt
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Experience a 5-day Christmas Markets cruise from Basel to Frankfurt aboard Avalon Panorama. Explore Breisach and the magical Black Forest, stroll through Strasbourg’s La Petite France and winter markets, and visit Heidelberg Castle with the Great Vat. Enjoy festive foods, mulled wine, and charming towns, combining guided excursions with free time.
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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $3,243
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Christmastime in Alsace & Germany

Basel to Frankfurt - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • Breisach & Black Forest excursion
  • Strasbourg Christmas markets visit
  • Heidelberg Castle guided tour
  • Rhine River festive cruise views
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Basel / Frankfurt
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Experience a 5-day cruise aboard Avalon Panorama through Switzerland, Germany, and France. Travel along the Rhine River from Basel to Frankfurt, exploring Breisach and the Black Forest, Strasbourg’s Christmas markets, and Heidelberg’s castle, with festive villages and seasonal traditions along the way.
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Explore castle ruins outside beautiful Bratislava
from $4,202
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From the Black Sea to the Blue Danube (Port-to-port cruise)

Oltenita to Vienna - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Vivaldi
  • Visit Bucharest’s landmarks
  • Join a guided tour in Constanta
  • Tour Ruse Renaissance architecture
  • Discover Belgrade’s vibrant culture
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Oltenita / Vienna
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Embark on a 12-day Danube River cruise aboard MS Vivaldi, starting in Romania and ending in Austria. Visit Constanta, Bucharest, Ruse, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Mohacs, Budapest, Bratislava, and Vienna. Experience guided city tours, folklore evenings, cultural excursions, and scenic cruising through the Iron Gates gorge.
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Biking past the Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux
from $13,590
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Beautiful Bordeaux

Bordeaux Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Diamond
  • Sail through Bordeaux’s waterways
  • Tour the Monolithic Church
  • Discover Medoc's vineyards
  • See the fortified town of Cadillac
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Bordeaux / Bordeaux
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Archaeological Site Visits, Cooking Classes, Local Market Visits
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Join this 11-day journey through the Bordeaux region aboard the Scenic Diamond. Explore the stunning architecture and vibrant atmosphere of Bordeaux before cruising to Libourne and the medieval town of Saint-Emilion. Savor the region’s world-class wines and visit historic landmarks like the Monolithic Church.
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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $4,349
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Budapest - Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSonata
  • Visit the Great Market Hall
  • Tour Vienna by Night
  • Explore Melk Abbey
  • Take a guided bike ride
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Enjoy the Iconic Christmas Markets on this 8-day journey along the Danube River aboard the MS Amasota. Travel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and historic towns bedecked with twinkling Christmas trees and lined with wooden huts gleaming with handcrafted treasures.
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