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Experience cruise tailored to adventurous and discerning travelers. With 40 unique itineraries available between 2025 and 2027, guests can explore top destinations like Amsterdam, Basel, Breisach, Vienna, and Budapest, while enjoying curated activities such as Biking, Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration, and Archaeological Site Visits. Whether you prefer short getaways or extended explorations, trips range from 5 days to 22 days, with pricing from $2,619 to $27,050. is known for exceptional service, small-ship intimacy, and flexible policies designed to ensure a smooth travel experience. Ideal for solo travelers, couples, or small groups, cruises in 2025 and 2026 offer a perfect blend of comfort, discovery, and unforgettable memories.
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Cochem town on the Mosel River, Germany
from $5,629
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The Rhine & Moselle (Northbound)

Basel - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Imagery II
  • Explore Black Forest village
  • Visit Strasbourg's Gothic cathedral
  • Discover Heidelberg Castle ruins
  • Taste wine in Bernkastel
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Basel / Amsterdam
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Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard the Avalon Imagery II. Explore the Rhine and Moselle Rivers, starting in Basel. Discover charming cities in Germany, France, and Amsterdam, exploring Breisach, Strasbourg, and the Rhine Gorge while enjoying wine tastings in Bernkastel and a canal cruise in Amsterdam.
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Stroll along the canals of Dusseldorf
from $5,529
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Active & Discovery on the Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne

Amsterdam to Lucerne - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • See Dusseldorf’s architecture
  • Cruise the scenic Rhine Gorge
  • Explore Strasbourg grand cathedral
  • Tour medieval village of Burkheim
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Amsterdam / Lucerne
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Kayaking
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Sail on a 10-day Rhine river cruise from Amsterdam to Lucerne on board Avalon Panorama. Explore Dusseldorf's avant-garde architecture and Old Town, and visit Koblenz and its stunning Rhine Gorge. Visit the grand cathedral and charming districts of Strasbourg, and enjoy a bike tour of the magical Black Forest in Breisach.
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Place Kleber in Strasbourg
from $5,063
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German Grandeur

Eastbound - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tranquility II
  • Explore magical Black Forest
  • Discover Mechanical Music Museum
  • Enjoy the visit in wine producer
  • Explore Bamberg
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Basel / Nuremberg
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Basel, Switzerland, is the starting point for your magnificent nine-day Germany river trip on Avalon Tranquility II. After that, go on a guided tour of Bamberg before continuing to Nuremberg, where your trip comes to a close.
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Cruise the Rhine through Cologne
from $3,830
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Romantic Rhine: Amsterdam to Basel

Southbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Vista
  • Join a Black Forest excursion
  • Visit Cologne Cathedral
  • Tour Mechanical Musical Museum
  • Enjoy a bike ride in Cologne
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Amsterdam / Basel
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From the cultural powerhouse of Amsterdam to the storybook village of Rüdesheim, the Romantic Rhine mesmerizes in its spectacular beauty. Come see the dramatic Rhine Gorge and explore Cologne’s famed cathedral during this 8-day cruise aboard the Avalon Vista.
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Brilliant tulips growing near Amsterdam
from $4,030
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Tulip Time Cruise

Roundtrip Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision
  • Amsterdam canal cruise views
  • See Keukenhof’s spring gardens
  • See Ghent’s medieval city treasures
  • Middelburg’s spice-trade history
  • Tour Veere’s charming harbor town
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Amsterdam / Amsterdam
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Enjoy an 8-day river cruise from Amsterdam aboard the Avalon Envision. Explore historic cities, Keukenhof's vast gardens, and architectural highlights in Antwerp, Ghent, and Middelburg.
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Visit beautiful Regensburg
from $3,930
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Danube Dreams (Eastbound)

8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Hike Passau scenic trails
  • Stroll Vienna gilded landmarks
  • Discover Melk ornate abbey
  • Explore the city of Passau
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Vilshofen / Budapest
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Sail the Danube River on an 8-day cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest. Discover historic towns, including Passau, Vienna, and Bratislava. Explore castles, hike nature trails, or cycle through stunning landscapes. Enjoy guided tours of cultural landmarks, vibrant cities, and breathtaking river views aboard a luxurious Avalon ship.
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Saint Emilion views
from $4,330
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Bonjour Bordeaux: Chateaux, Wineries & Charming Villages

Bordeaux Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Artistry II
  • Visit Bordeaux's wine regions
  • See Blaye's Citadel and art gallery
  • Taste Medoc wines
  • Stroll at Libourne's charming town
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Bordeaux / Bordeaux
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Cooking Classes
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Embark on an 8-day scenic river cruise aboard Avalon Artistry II through Bordeaux, France, exploring iconic vineyards, medieval villages, and UNESCO sites. Enjoy wine tastings, guided tours, and cultural experiences.
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas Market in Frankfurt
from $2,781
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Christmastime in Alsace and Germany

5 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • Experience the Black Forest
  • Explore Christmas market in Europe
  • Visit Fascinating Heidelberg Castle
  • Tour Strasbourg Cathedral
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Frankfurt / Basel
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Christmas Market Visits
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Enjoy this magical time of year with a Christmastime Rhine River cruise vacation starting in Frankfurt, cruising through the heart of Germany, and ending in Basel aboard the Avalon Panorama. Visit Breisach, Strasbourg, Speyer, and Heidelberg.
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Saint Emilion views
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Vineyards, Chateaux & Bordeaux

Basel to Bordeaux - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Artistry II
  • Sail the Rhine Gorge
  • Discover Strasbourg & Heidelberg
  • Explore Paris
  • Explore Bordeaux vineyards & wines
  • See Amsterdam golden age canals
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Basel / Bordeaux
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Experience a 22-day voyage aboard Avalon Artistry II, cruising Europe’s legendary rivers through Switzerland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Bordeaux. From the Rhine Gorge’s castles to Paris’s cultural treasures and Bordeaux’s famed vineyards, immerse yourself in guided tours, wine tastings, and châteaux visits.
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Half-Timbered Houses at Rouen, Normandy, France
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France, Uncorked: The Rhone, The Seine & Bordeaux

Arles to Bordeaux - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Artistry II
  • Walk Arles Roman streets
  • Hike Tournon’s granite slopes
  • Bike Bordeaux’s vineyard trails
  • Tour Arcachon’s seaside charm
  • Explore Paris Left Bank
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Arles / Bordeaux
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Sail through France on a 22-day Avalon Artistry II cruise visiting Arles, Avignon, Tournon, Lyon, Normandy’s Landing Beaches, Paris, and Bordeaux. Explore historic landmarks, world-class wine regions, and cultural sites with options for guided tours, cycling, coastal visits, and wine tastings.
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Panorama of Rouen at sunset
from $8,059
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Britain Sampler with Paris to Normandy

London to Paris - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tapestry II
  • Explore Westminster Abbey
  • Visit Stonehenge monument
  • Explore Edinburgh Castle
  • See Normandy Beaches
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London / Paris
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Local Market Visits, Spa Relaxation
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Discover Britain and France on a 16-day Britain Sampler with Paris to Normandy cruise aboard Avalon Tapestry II. Explore London, Stonehenge, Bath, Edinburgh Castle, York, and Stratford-upon-Avon. Then sail the Seine from Paris to Normandy, visiting Monet’s Giverny, Rouen, Auvers-sur-Oise, and the historic Normandy beaches.
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Bridge in Lucerne Switzerland
from $8,829
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Spectacular Switzerland with Romantic Rhine

Zurich to Amsterdam - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Vista
  • Excursion to Jungfrau Mountain
  • Visit Geneva’s Reformation Park
  • Sail through the Rhine Gorge
  • Cruise through Amsterdam’s canals
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Hiking
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Variable
Travel from Zurich to Amsterdam on a 16-day journey combining Swiss guided tours with a river cruise aboard Avalon Vista. Explore Switzerland with visits to Geneva, Lucerne, & Grindelwald before embarking in Basel. Sail through the Black Forest, Strasbourg, Heidelberg, & the scenic Rhine Gorge, then explore Cologne before concluding in Amsterdam.
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Saint Emilion views
from $8,402
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French Masterpiece: Paris, Normandy & Bordeaux

Paris to Bordeaux - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Artistry II
  • Monet’s Gardens, Giverny Visit
  • Experience Normandy coast
  • Walking tour in Rouen
  • Taste Arcachon's oysters and wine
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Paris / Bordeaux
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Small Ship Sailing
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Embark on a 15-day French Masterpiece aboard Avalon Artistry II. Cruise the Seine to Normandy, explore Paris’s icons, and discover Bordeaux’s vineyards. Choose from guided walks, castle visits, cycling, wine tastings, or seaside Arcachon.
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Wooden bridge over river in Lucerne
from $9,280
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Swiss Splendors by Train with Romantic Rhine Cruise

Lake Geneva to Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Vista
  • Ride trains through Zermatt
  • Stroll Strasbourg’s Petite France
  • Cruise Rhine Gorge Castles
  • Glide Amsterdam’s Iconic Canals
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Lucerne / Amsterdam
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Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Biking, Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration, Land & Sea Exploration
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Experience a 15-day journey from Geneva to Amsterdam aboard Avalon Vista. Travel by train through Zermatt, Interlaken, and Lucerne before boarding your ship in Basel. Cruise along the Rhine, exploring the Black Forest, Strasbourg, Heidelberg, Mainz, Koblenz, Cologne, and Amsterdam. Experience mountain views, historic towns, and canal-lined streets.
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Romantic evening light over Basel
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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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Panoramic view of Vilshofen
from $5,396
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Illuminations on the Danube (Eastbound)

Vilshofen to Budapest - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Passau River Hike
  • Linz Biking Tour
  • Melk Abbey Visit
  • Vienna City Walk
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Vilshofen / Budapest
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Embark on a 10-day cruise from Vilshofen, Germany, to Budapest, Hungary aboard Avalon Impression. Experience guided hikes, city walks, and optional excursions through Passau, Linz, Wachau Valley, Vienna, Bratislava, Esztergom, and Budapest. Cruise along the Danube, explore historic towns, and enjoy cultural and scenic highlights on board and ashore.
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Explore beautiful Amsterdam
from $4,796
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The Netherlands in Bloom

Amsterdam Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • Tour Nijmegen’s Roman ruins
  • See Antwerp’s Cathedra Tour
  • See Kinderdijk’s historic windmills
  • Visit Keukenhof Garden
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Amsterdam / Amsterdam
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Sail on a 10-day cruise aboard Avalon Panorama from Amsterdam through Holland and Belgium. Explore historic towns like Hoorn, Nijmegen, and Maastricht, tour Antwerp’s cathedral and diamond district, and visit iconic Dutch landmarks such as Kinderdijk and Keukenhof. Guided walking and biking excursions offer cultural, historical, and scenic experiences throughout.
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Admire the architecture of Belgrade
from $4,963
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The Danube from Romania to Budapest

Oltenita to Budapest - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Passion
  • Bike Tour in Rousse
  • Visit Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi
  • See Belogradchik rock formations
  • See Golubac Fortress in Iron Gates
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Oltenita / Budapest
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Embark on a 9-day cruise from Romania to Budapest aboard Avalon Passion. Explore Rousse, Veliko Tarnovo, Vidin, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Ilok, and Mohacs through guided tours, bike rides, cultural sites, and historic towns along the Danube River.
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