Romantic Rhine (Northbound)

From $3,164 per person

8 days

Ship: Avalon View

Romantic Rhine (Northbound)
Avalon Waterways

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 stop in Mainz for a guided walk and a visit to the captivating Gutenberg Museum. 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.</BR></BR>At the conclusion of your Rhine River cruise, you’ll spend time in colorful Amsterdam. See the treasures of this 700-year-old city on an included canal cruise along the elegant grachten lined with homes dating back to the city’s “Golden Age.” Spend free time discovering world-famous museums, and an abundance of restaurants in the vibrant, modern capital of Holland.

Journey Summary

  • Day 1 - Basel
  • Day 2 - Breisach
  • Day 3 - Kehl. Excursion To Strasbourg
  • Day 4 - Mainz
  • Day 5 - RüDesheim–Rhine Gorge
  • Day 6 - Cologne
  • Day 7 - Amsterdam
  • Day 8 - Amsterdam*

Detailed Itinerary

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Day 1 - April 22, 2025

Basel

Day 2 - April 23, 2025

Breisach

Day 3 - April 24, 2025

Kehl. Excursion To Strasbourg

Day 4 - April 25, 2025

Mainz

Day 5 - April 26, 2025

RüDesheim–Rhine Gorge

Day 6 - April 27, 2025

Cologne

Day 7 - April 28, 2025

Amsterdam

Day 8 - April 29, 2025

Amsterdam*

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