In Basel, board the Avalon Envision and cruise to Breisach, where you may tour the Black Forest. Explore Strasbourg, and sail along the Rhine Gorge to Rüdesheim, Germany. While traveling along the Rhine and Main Rivers, visitors can stop at Frankfurt, a cosmopolitan city with a rich history. Take a guided tour of Bamberg and Würzburg before heading to Nuremberg. Passau, with its tiny alleyways and ornate St. Stephen's Cathedral, is next on the itinerary. See the stunning Benedictine Abbey in Melk, Austria. Take in the breathtaking vistas before continuing to Vienna, the "City of Music," through the lovely Wachau Valley on this 16-day European River cruise.
Highlights
Visit the Altes Rathaus and Porta Pretoria in Regensburg
Visit Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience
Marvel at the Benedictine Abbey on a tour in Melk
Join the the tour of Vienna's gilded landmarks such as the Imperial Palace
Take a tour of Strasbourg and visit the Gothic Cathedral
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Welcome to Switzerland! Your suite ship is ready for boarding. Flights into Zürich or Basel must arrive by 3 pm. Guests must be on board the ship by 5 pm.
Enjoy dinner and explore the ship on your first night onboard as you sail to Breisach.
Discovery: Join a full-day guided tour to the magical Black Forest to experience the Vogtsbauernohf open-air-museum, visit an authentic water mill, and see a traditional butter-making demonstration, OR:
Classic: Visit Badischer Winzerkeller, the largest German wine producer in Europe. Learn about German wine-making in the vineyards of Baden, and enjoy a wine tasting.
You may choose to join a guided optional excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar in the morning.
Discovery: Enjoy an onboard beer lecture hosted by your beer expert while cruising.
Visit the Adventure center for today’s activities with your adventure host.
Classic: Join a city tour of Strasbourg’s sights, including a Gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals and astronomical clock, as well as the magical La Petite France District.
You may also choose to join a guided optional excursion to the historic Maginot Line—the pre-WWII fortifications designed to protect the eastern border of France or visit Alsace’s wine country today.
Alternatively, take some free time in Strasbourg to visit a museum or stroll across the city center.
Active: Enjoy a hike with your Avalon adventure host through the picturesque vineyards of Rüdesheim, OR:
Discovery: Tour the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; based on your departure, enjoy a local special treat, OR:
Active: Take an open-air cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument, then ride or walk back down through the vineyards; based on your departure, enjoy a local special treat.
This afternoon, stretch out on the sky deck as you pass through the spectacular Rhine Gorge on your way to Boppard.
BOPPARD
Enjoy some free time to relax, or explore the Rheinallee Promenade for delicatessen fare with a cup of German coffee or glass of Riesling wine.
Discovery: Onboard food and beer pairing dinner hosted by your beer expert.
Later, enjoy onboard entertainment while sailing to Frankfurt.
Classic: Join a guided sightseeing tour of Frankfurt to see the city’s cultural landmarks and gleaming financial headquarters combined with the cozy ambiance of quaint neighborhoods, OR:
Discovery: Take a guided tour to Seligenstadt—one of Germany’s oldest towns and home to the Einhard Basilika dubbed “minor basilica” in 1925 by Pope Pius XI.
Classic: Take a guided sightseeing tour of Würzburg with its old main bridge, towering fortress, and baroque Bishop’s Residenz with the largest known ceiling fresco.
You may choose to join a guided optional excursion to the beautiful Bavarian town of Rothenburg. See the local sights and enjoy the fairytale atmosphere that has inspired artists.
Enjoy live entertainment on board as you set sail for Bamberg
Classic: Take a guided walking tour of the historic home to imperial dynasties, and see its Romanesque cathedral, old town hall, and seven hills crowned with churches.
Discovery: Discover a wonderful family-run hop garden where you also taste a local beer.
After the tour, spend free time with a glass of German-style Rauchbier (smoked beer).
Classic: Take a full-day guided tour of the highlights of fascinating Munich. See Nymphenburg Palace, a former residence of German monarchs, along with the old and new Town Halls of Marienplatz.
Visit the adventure center for today’s activities with your adventure host.
Classic: Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of the Bavarian town of Roth with its half-timbered houses, market square, and 1535 hunting lodge Schloss Ratibor, OR:
Classic: Choose a guided tour of Nuremberg’s medieval architecture, gilded fountain, gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle, OR:
Classic: Take a guided tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds used by the Third Reich.
Discovery: Enjoy an onboard Lecture about the Main-Danube Canal linking these two rivers to make a vital connection enabling navigation between the North and Black Seas.
Classic: Join a guided city walk to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers.”
Alternatively, join a full-day guided optional excursion to Salzburg—the city of Mozart—or the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov.
Sail to Linz this afternoon, or join your ship after your selected full-day excursion.
LINZ, AUSTRIA
Enjoy a free afternoon to linger in Linz. Take a bicycle from the ship, cycle along the Danube, or follow one of Linz’s many nature trails for a bird’s-eye view of the city and river below.
Classic: Take a guided tour of Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to marvel at its frescoed ceilings, statues, incredible library, and ornate pipe organ, OR:
Active: Join your Avalon adventure host for a morning hike through Melk’s beautiful countryside.
Enjoy a coffee or a cocktail on the sky deck as you sail through the picturesque Wachau Valley to Vienna.
VIENNA
This evening, you may choose to attend an optional excursion to a Royal Waltz Concert for an unforgettable evening of music in an elegant hall.
Classic: Explore the Habsburg empire this morning on a guided city tour of Vienna’s gilded landmarks. See the Imperial Palace complex—the winter residence of the Imperial Family, the iconic Vienna Opera House, and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral.
Join a guided optional excursion to Schönbrunn Palace—the summer home of the Habsburg Empire.
Enjoy free time this afternoon to take a tram to visit Vienna's Prater amusement park or one of the many museums nearby. You may also borrow a bike from the ship to explore Vienna's square or the Danube banks.
Later, relax on board with live entertainment as you sail to Budapest.
Classic: Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour, including the iconic Heroes’ Square.
This afternoon, select from a variety of guided optional excursions or spend free time soaking in one of Budapest’s famous thermal baths. Consider a scenic hike in the hills above the Danube, or enjoy Budapest's cafés, pubs, and nightlife.
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Cat. E
Avalon Deluxe Stateroom: 172 SQ. FT.
Comfort Collection Beds, Bedside tables with reading lamps, L'Occitane bath products, Under-bed luggage storage, Complimentary bottled water, Individual climate control, Mirror in the bathroom, Full shower with glass door, Vanity, Memory foam mattress, European-style duvets.
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Cat. D
Avalon Deluxe Stateroom: 172 SQ. FT.
Comfort Collection Beds, Bedside tables with reading lamps, L'Occitane bath products, Under-bed luggage storage, Complimentary bottled water, Individual climate control, Mirror in the bathroom, Full shower with glass door, Vanity, Luxurious mattress, European-style duvets.
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Cat. B
Panorama Suite: 200 SQ. FT.
Comfort Collection Beds, Bedside tables with reading lamps, L'Occitane bath products, Under-bed luggage storage, Telephone, In-room safe, Contemporary design, Marble countertops in the bathroom, 6-person sitting area, Writing desk, Sofa, Memory foam mattress, European-style duvets.
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Cat. A
Panorama Suite: 200 SQ. FT.
Comfort Collection Beds, Bedside tables with reading lamps, L'Occitane bath products, Under-bed luggage storage, Telephone, In-room safe, contemporary design, Marble countertops in the bathroom, 6-person sitting area, Writing desk, Sofa, Luxurious mattress, European-style duvets.
Initial deposit is $450, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by check, money order, Visa, MasterCard, Discover/Novus, and American Express. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
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Included
15 Breakfasts, 14 Lunches, 15 Dinners
15 Nights Accommodations
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Onboard Adventure Center with active gear, bikes, maps, canoe, kayak and jogging excursions
Wifi
Complimentary fresh fruit available daily
Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Receptions
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
Panoramic windows
Friendly, English-speaking crew & Cruise Director
Sky Deck with whirlpool, shade awnings, game area and premium lounges
Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast; wine, beer, or soft drinks with every lunch and dinner
Excluded
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant or on board your vessel
We are so glad that we chose Adventure Life. The service is top-notch. Everything is well taken care of and we just have to print the documents and go. Franny even gave us timely updates on possible airport strike.
KC Chan
TrustScore 4.8 | 174 reviews
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8 hours ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
1 day ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.