Explore the majestic splendor of the Rhine and Moselle Rivers from Lucerne to Amsterdam on a 13-day Active & Classic small river cruise voyage encompassing all of the best destinations from Germany, Switzerland, France and Netherlands. Loose yourself abroad by foot, bike or simply savour the slow pace sailing and sightseeing life while finding connection to foreign cultures.
Your journey starts in Lucerne, Switzerland, where you will spend two nights exploring the charming city at your own pace and on a guided walking adventure. Your cruise on the Rhine and Moselle Rivers begins in Basel, Switzerland, where you’ll board your Avalon Suite Ship to explore extraordinary cities in Germany, France and Amsterdam. Journey to Breisach, your gateway to exploring the charming Black Forest by bike or simply sightsee historical landmarks and wineries. Your cruise continues to Strasbourg in France where a local expert showcases the city’s Gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals, astronomical clock, to the magical La Petite France District. Sail to the lovely Rhine Valley wine town of Rüdesheim. Cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge for sweeping views of the Rhine River as you uncover ancient castles towering majestically on cliffs 400 feet above the water. Discover Koblenz before coming to the charming wine village of Bernkastel. From history to culture, explore on foot, wine taste the famed Moselle wines and discover medieval castles before cruising back along the Rhine River. End your captivating journey in Amsterdam soaking in picturesque sceneries on a canal cruise traversing the charming Grachten posied with stately homes dating back to the city’s ‘Golden Age’. In between, enjoy the leisure of free time exploring at your own pace and uncover each location in your own style.
In between adventures, relax onboard the Avalon Fleet delivering the largest staterooms with panoramic suites complete with an open-air balcony of floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall views. The largest standard window in river cruising more than 30% larger than others. With panoramic suites, world-class amenities and refreshing off-shore excursions, experience your own slice of heaven aboard Avalon Waterways.
Active, Discovery or Classic
With multiple activity options from Active, Discovery or Classic to choose from each day, the cruise itinerary would accommodate varied interests and fitness levels, giving you the freedom to enjoy the best of a region tailored to you. You can choose to go slow pace taking in sounds and flavors of each city or as active to fulfill natural curiosity and wonder as spirited travelers. For more information, please refer to daily itinerary and ‘How To Choose Your Excursion Type ‘.
This luxury river cruise package includes 12 nights of accommodation in city hotels and onboard the cruise on a twin-share basis. Meals and activities are included in this trip. Experience a river cruise that is action-packed or filled with interactive discoveries as you explore destinations in true comfort and cruise your way.
Immerse into the bountiful pleasures of 4 intriguing countries across Europe as you cruise and create your own adventures unearthing the best of each country in your style.
Customised Itinerary: Skip a stay in Lucerne, Switzerland and begin in Basel where your ship is ready for boarding for an 11 days 10 nights cruise from Basel to Amsterdam. Please contact us to book. 11D10N Basel to Amsterdam Itinerary Download
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This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points