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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $4,030
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Romantic Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision
  • Cruise Amsterdam’s canals
  • Bike ride in Cologne
  • Sail the Rhine Gorge
  • Taste Rüdesheim coffee
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Experience an 8-day Romantic Rhine cruise aboard Avalon Envision, sailing through Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland. Explore Amsterdam, Cologne, Rüdesheim, Ludwigshafen, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Breisach, with castles, cathedrals, and the Black Forest along the way.
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Visit charming towns on the Moselle River
from $4,951
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The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards and Castles

Remich to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tranquility II
  • Tour ancient ruins in Trier
  • Walk through charming Bernkastel
  • Visit Reichsburg Castle in Cochem
  • Ride a cable car in Koblenz
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Remich / Amsterdam
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Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Biking, Urban Exploration
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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Avalon Tranquility II from Remich to Amsterdam, exploring the Rhine and Moselle rivers. You visit historic destinations including Trier, Bernkastel, Cochem, Koblenz, Düsseldorf, and Nijmegen. Experience medieval castles, charming vineyards, and ancient Roman ruins along the scenic waterways.
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A quiet autumn morning in Bratislava
from $4,230
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Danube Dreams (Westbound)

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Explore Budapest’s Heroes Square
  • Walk Bratislava’s Old Town
  • Marvel at Melk Abbey
  • See Passau’s three rivers
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Experience an 8-day Danube River cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard Avalon Impression. Discover Budapest’s grand landmarks, Bratislava’s Old Town, Vienna’s imperial treasures, and the Wachau Valley’s vineyards and abbeys. Explore Linz, Salzburg, or Cesky Krumlov, and witness Passau where three rivers meet, before ending in charming Vilshofen.
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Golden sunset lights the famous Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest
from $5,051
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The Legendary Danube

8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tranquility II
  • Explore medieval architecture
  • Stroll Vienna’s imperial landmarks
  • Enjoy the tour of Roth
  • See the city of Budapest
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Nuremberg / Budapest
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Sail from Nuremberg to Budapest on an 8-day Danube River cruise aboard Avalon Tranquility II, visiting Regensburg, Passau, Linz, Melk, and Vienna. Explore medieval landmarks, imperial palaces, scenic valleys, and vibrant cultural treasures along the way.
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Hungary's Parliament building in Budapest
from $4,951
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Balkan Discovery

Budapest to Oltenita - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Passion
  • Guided tour of Vukovar Heritage
  • Visit Ilok Wine Cellar
  • Tour Novi Sad City
  • Sightseeing Excursion in Belgrade
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Budapest / Oltenita
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Hiking
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Variable
Sail the Danube River on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Oltenita aboard Avalon Passion. Explore Vukovar, Ilok, Novi Sad, Belgrade, Golubac, Vidin, and Rousse. Enjoy guided walking, city, and bike tours, local wine and beer tastings, historic fortresses, cultural sites, and scenic river views.
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Romantic evening light over Basel
from $6,123
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Reflections on the Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Imagery II
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Discover Nijmegen’s Roman ruins
  • Taste Rüdesheim wines
  • Visit Strasbourg’s La Petite France
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Experience Europe’s Rhine River from Amsterdam to Basel for 10 days on Avalon Imagery II. Explore Amsterdam’s canals, Nijmegen’s Roman ruins, Cologne Cathedral, Rhine Gorge castles, Rüdesheim vineyards, Heidelberg Castle, Strasbourg’s La Petite France, and the Black Forest with guided tours, tastings, and scenic walks.
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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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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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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
Activities
Cooking Classes
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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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The Monastery of the Holy Trinity (Agia Triada), one of the six active monasteries of Meteora in Greece
from $3,450
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Gems of the Sporades & Cyclades

Roundtrip Lavrion - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Elysium
  • Enjoy Edipsos thermal spring waters
  • Explore Oreoi fishing village
  • Discover Volos Meteora monasteries
  • Swim golden beaches of Skiathos
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Lavrion / Lavrion
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Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
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Embark on an 8-day cruise through the Sporades, Northern Evia, and Cyclades on the Elysium, exploring stunning beaches, historic sites, and charming villages. Enjoy swimming, scenic strolls, and delicious local cuisine across Greece's captivating islands.
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Stroll along Barcelona's famed beaches
from $15,600
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Mediterranean Wonders: Sicily, Greece, Sardinia, and Beyond

Spain - Greece - 13 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Cruise the Mediterranean Sea
  • Explore standing stones on Menorca
  • Taste Sicilian wine
  • Swim at Kefalonia
  • Explore Delphi and Corinth Canal
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Barcelona / Athens
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day Mediterranean Wonders Cruise from Spain to Greece aboard National Geographic Orion, explore ancient ruins, medieval towns, and local cuisine. Visit Menorca’s prehistoric stones, Bonifacio’s citadel, Sardinia’s artisan villages, savor Sicilian wine, swim in Kefalonia’s waters, and explore Delphi.
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Civitavecchia, the historic port city that opens the gateway to Rome.
from $3,740
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Italy and Croatia

Civitavecchia - Venice - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Ponza’s colorful harbor
  • Discover Amalfi’s grand Duomo
  • Admire Lipari’s volcanic beauty
  • Wander Taormina’s ancient lanes
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Civitavecchia / Venice
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Local Market Visits
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Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Civitavecchia to Venice on the Star Clipper, exploring Italy and Croatia's hidden gems like Ponza and Otranto. Experience historic towns and local cuisine, and enjoy onboard relaxation and adventure across beautiful coastal seas.
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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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