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Romantic Rhine (North Bound)

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Destination:
Multiple Cities, Multiple
Duration:
7 Nights
Offer ends:
29 October 2026
Valid for travel:
30 March 2027 Other departures available between MAR – NOV 2027, seasonal surcharges may apply.

Details

One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which begins in Switzerland and visits France, Germany, and Holland! Board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Basel, Switzerland, then head for Breisach, Germany, at the foot of the Kaiserstuhl Mountain on the French-German border. Here you’ll find the gateway to Germany’s Black Forest, an area of unrivaled natural beauty, best known for Black Forest ham, cherry cake, and the cuckoo clock. Continue your river cruise to Strasbourg, France, and marvel at the red-sandstone Gothic-style cathedral with ancient murals and the fascinating astronomical clock. Stroll through the lovely La Petite France district with its quaint shops, delightful bistros, and peaceful waterfront promenade. Visit the ruins of Heidelberg Castle, towering magnificently over the city, or visit Schwetzingen Castle. Sail to the charming wine town of Rüdesheim, and a visit to the unique Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, then pass through the dramatic Rhine Gorge—the most beautiful view of the Rhine River where ancient castles stand on cliffs 400 feet above the water. Last stop in Germany is Cologne—a 2,000-year-old city known for its Gothic-style architecture and famous twin-spired cathedral.
 
Highlights include Amsterdam, Cologne, Rüdesheim, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, Breisach, Black Forest and Rhine Gorge
 

WAS $6,711* per person twin share
From $4,811* per person twin share
Save: $1,900 per person* (marketplace + exclusive offer)
 

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Inclusions

  • 7-night luxury cruise, from Basel to Amsterdam On board Avalon View

  • All onboard meals, wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner, gratuities and port charges 

  • Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast; wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner and Happy Hour are included daily on board your vessel. 

  • Included sightseeing with headsets and expert local guides. 

  • Complimentary bicycles available for use on shore. 

  • Onboard local entertainment. 

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship. 

  • A professional Cruise Director who delivers educational commentary as you travel through interesting landscapes, and who assists with requests and additional excursions. 

  • An Avalon Adventure Host available as your guide for fitness activities and active excursions. 

  • Friendly, English-speaking staff who deliver consummate personal service throughout your journey. 

  • Gratuities to Cruise Director and Crew are included. 

  • Personalise your onboard and onshore experiences by choosing from a variety of included or optional excursions, visits & activities. Log on to MyAccount to customise your cruise experience.

+ Bonus Extras!

SAVE $1900 per person
  • Includes $100*pp Helloworld exclusive saving

Itinerary

Welcome to Switzerland.
Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.
Flights into Zürich must arrive by 3 pm. Flights into Basel must arrive by 4 pm.
Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.
Enjoy dinner and explore the ship on your first night on board.
EVENING CRUISE TO BREISACH
(D)
 

German Winemaking and the Beautiful Black Forest
Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.
Active Excursion: Take a Guided E-bike Tour to experience the magical Black Forest from a unique point of view, OR:
Classic Excursion: 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 Excursion: Join a Guided Tour to explore Freiburg’s medieval city center, sheltered by the Black Forest amid vineyards and gardens of the Upper Rhine Valley.
You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar in the morning, with its half-timbered medieval and early renaissance buildings.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO KEHL
(B,L,D)

 

A Grand Cathedral and La Petite France
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.
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.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO LUDWIGSHAFEN
(B,L,D)
 

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 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,” OR:
Classic Excursion: Join a Guided Visit to Schwetzingen Palace—the heart of a stunning site consisting of the palace, palace gardens, and historic palace square.
This afternoon through the evening, enjoy leisurely sailing to Rüdesheim.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN RÜDESHEIM
(B,L,D)
 

Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country
Active Excursion: Enjoy a hike with your Avalon Adventure Host through the picturesque vineyards of Rüdesheim; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rüdesheimer coffee, OR:
Classic Excursion: Take a Guided Tour of the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rüdesheimer coffee, OR:
Discovery Excursion: Take a Guided Visit to the historic 18th-century wooden-barrel cellar of Johannisberg Castle and enjoy a delicious wine tasting.
En route to Koblenz, sail through the Rhine Gorge (a UNESCO World Heritage site). Take in the breathtaking views of ancient castles perched on cliffs 400 feet above the water and pass the legendary Rock of the Lorelei—where the mythological siren’s songs lured ill-fated sailors.
KOBLENZ: Travel Through 2000 Years of Monumental History
Enjoy free time in Koblenz before a relaxing evening on board with dinner and live entertainment.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO COLOGNE
(B,L,D)
 
 

Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland
Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.
Active Excursion: Enjoy a bike ride like the locals in Cologne with your Adventure Host, OR:
Classic 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!
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO AMSTERDAM
(B,L,D)
 

Canals of Colorful Amsterdam
Active Excursion: Start your day joining your Adventure Host on an early morning walk in Amsterdam, OR:
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:
Classic Excursion: Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam’s “Golden Age.”
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. You may also choose an Optional Biking Tour to discover the countryside.
Take some free time to explore Amsterdam’s colorful streets and canal houses, galleries, and shops.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM
(B,L,D)

 

Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.
(B)
 

Terms & Conditions

*Conditions apply. Prices correct as at 9 September 2026 but may fluctuate if surcharges, fees, taxes or currency change. Offers subject to availability. Agents may charge service fees, rates vary. Airfare not included unless otherwise stated. All savings and bonus nights (if applicable) are included in the advertised price.  Offers may be withdrawn without notice and are not combinable with any other offers unless stated. Please check all prices, availability and other information before booking. Intrepid Travel and Helloworld Travel booking terms and conditions apply, see in store for details. 

*Terms and conditions: From price of $4,811 is per person, twin share, based on 30 March 2027 departure, category E cabin and includes a $1,800 per person marketplace saving and a $100pp Helloworld exclusive saving. All care is taken to promote correct pricing, is subject to cruise availability and will be confirmed at time of reservation. All prices are per person, twin share and include any applicable charges and savings. A non-refundable deposit of $750pp per cruise is required at time of booking or by 29/10/26 (whichever comes first) to secure reservation and offers. Offers applicable across all cabin categories. Cabin upgrade cost will apply. Further terms of use apply. Marketplace offer and Helloworld exclusive offers are combinable with each other but not combinable with any other promotion except Welcome Back Credit. Offers applicable to singles - single supplement applies. Offers reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Offers may be withdrawn or amended at any time without notice. Additional restrictions may apply, refer to the website www.avalonwaterways.com.au.  

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$4,811* | per person, twin share
SAVE $1900 per person
Destination:
Multiple Cities, Multiple
Duration:
7 Nights
Offer ends:
29 October 2026
Valid for travel:
30 March 2027 Other departures available between MAR – NOV 2027, seasonal surcharges may apply.
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