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Romantic Rhine

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Destination:
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Duration:
7 Night
Offer ends:
31 March 2026
Valid for travel:
Itinerary Starts: 17 November 2026

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Immerse yourself in French and German culture on this fabulous European river cruise vacation along the Rhône and Rhine Rivers. The views will be spectacular so be sure to pack your camera so you can capture the romance and splendor of this magical journey. Your river cruise vacation begins in Arles—famous for inspiring the paintings of Van Gogh and its 1st-century Roman Amphitheater. The city of Tournon is beautifully nestled among vineyards and you’ll go on a guided walk of this medieval treasure with plenty of Roman ruins and a fascinating 16th-century castle. Visit France’s gastronomic capital of Lyon—a showcase of medieval and Renaissance architecture. You’ll stop in Breisach, the gateway to Germany’s Black Forest, well known for Black Forest ham, cherry cake, and cuckoo clocks. In Strasbourg, France, stroll through the picturesque La Petite France district. Visit the ruins of Heidelberg’s castle, orcastle or stop in Mainz for a guided walk and a visit to the captivating Gutenberg Museum. Sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, the most beautiful view of the Rhine River where ancient castles stand on cliffs 400 feet above the water. Your last stop in Germany is Cologne, where a guided walk shows you the highlights of this 2,000-year-old city. A stay in Holland’s popular, modern capital of Amsterdam is the perfect way to conclude this sensational European river cruise. And the best way to see the treasures of this 700-year-old city is on a canal cruise along the elegant Grachten lined with homes dating back to the city’s “Golden Age."

Lead in Deluxe Stateroom – Category (E) from $3,875* per person twin share

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Inclusions

  • 7 night river cruise from Amsterdam to Basel on Avalon Envision
  • Main meals~ and entertainment on board
  • Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast; wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner and Happy Hour daily on board your vessel
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
  • Variety of included or optional excursions, visits & activities
  • Complimentary bicycles available for use on shore
  • All port charges & gratuities

Itinerary

Welcome to Holland.

Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding. 

Flights into Amsterdam must arrive by 3:30 pm. 

Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.

Your day in Amsterdam is free to explore at your leisure.

During tulip season, you may take a Guided Optional Excursion to Keukenhof gardens—with more than seven million tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths, as well as other bulbs, planted each year.

Outside of tulip season, join a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM (D)

Canals of Colorful Amsterdam

Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.

Classic Excursion: Discover the true beauty of Amsterdam with an off-the-beaten-path Guided Walking Tour through its cobblestone streets for a captivating look at this legendary city, OR:

Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam’s “Golden Age."

This afternoon, choose among the Guided Optional Excursions available or take some free time to explore Amsterdam’s colorful streets and canal houses, galleries, and shops.

AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO COLOGNE (B,L,D)

Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland

Active Excursion: Enjoy a bike ride like the locals in Cologne with your Adventure Host, OR:

Discovery Excursion: Choose a Guided Walking Tour of Cologne’s important Jewish heritage sites, OR:

Classic Excursion: Take a Guided City Walk of Cologne—with its soaring twin-steepled gothic cathedral.

Spend free time over a glass of Kölsch pale lager—locally brewed for over 100 years!

Later, local musicians will join us on board for live entertainment.

OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RÜDESHEIM (B,L,D)

Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland

Active Excursion: Enjoy a bike ride like the locals in Cologne with your Adventure Host, OR:

Discovery Excursion: Choose a Guided Walking Tour of Cologne’s important Jewish heritage sites, OR:

Classic Excursion: Take a Guided City Walk of Cologne—with its soaring twin-steepled gothic cathedral.

Spend free time over a glass of Kölsch pale lager—locally brewed for over 100 years!

Later, local musicians will join us on board for live entertainment.

OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RÜDESHEIM (B,L,D)

Printing Halls, Castle Walls, and the World’s Biggest Wine Barrel

Active Excursion: Join your Avalon Adventure Host for an inspiring walk in Heidelberg, the Philosophers' way, OR:

Classic Excursion: Enjoy a Guided City Walk, including a visit to the Gutenberg Museum to see the captivating history of printing, OR:

Classic Excursion: Enjoy a Guided Tour to Heidelberg Castle to see the ruins of the magnificent renaissance treasure towering above the city, and its famed Great Vat, the “World’s Largest Wine Barrel.”

EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO KEHL (B,L,D)

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LYON (B,L,D)

A Grand Cathedral and La Petite France

Ask about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.

Active Excursion: Discover Strasbourg by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:

Classic Excursion: Join a City Sightseeing Tour, including Strasbourg’s Gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals and astronomical clock, as well as the magical La Petite France District.

Choose 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.

EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BREISACH (B,L,D)

A Grand Cathedral and La Petite France

Ask about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.

Active Excursion: Discover Strasbourg by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:

Classic Excursion: Join a City Sightseeing Tour, including Strasbourg’s Gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals and astronomical clock, as well as the magical La Petite France District.

Choose 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.

EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BREISACH (B,L,D)

Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.

Flights should not leave Zürich airport before 10 am or Basel airport before 8 am. (B)

Terms & Conditions

*Conditions apply. Prices correct as at 30 Jan 2026 and are per adult in AUD, based on Deluxe Stateroom category E, twin share. All savings included in the advertised price. Cabin upgrade cost will apply. Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in charges, taxes and currency even after the deposit is paid. Agents may charge service fees or fees for card payments which vary. A non-refundable deposit of $750pp per cruise is required at time of booking or by 31 Mar 2026 (whichever comes first) to secure reservation and offers. Cancellation penalties and conditions apply.  Valid for new bookings only. This offer is valid until 31 Mar 2026, or unless sold out prior. Offer subject to availability and may be withdrawn without notice and are not combinable with any other offers unless stated. Check all prices, availability and other information before booking. Avalon Waterways and Helloworld Travel booking terms and conditions apply, see websites for details

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$3,875* | per person twin share
SAVE up to $5,800* per stateroom!
Destination:
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Duration:
7 Night
Offer ends:
31 March 2026
Valid for travel:
Itinerary Starts: 17 November 2026
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