Submerge into an extraordinary expedition in the heart of Germany on this festive river cruise. Experience the magic of Christmas with an 8-day small river cruise expedition from Prague to Frankfurt featuring Czech Republic, Nuremberg, Bamberg and Wurzburg. Immerse in the holiday spirit as you explore aboard by foot or simply savour the slow pace life of sightseeing and cruising during this remarkable time of the year.
Start your festive river cruise with 2 nights in the beautiful city of Prague. Unleash your holiday spirit exploring its picturesuqe Christmas markets with time to explore the city at your own leisure. Venture on a guided walking adventure unearthing some iconic landmarks of Prague including castles, cathedrals and the Old Town’s iconic Astronomical Clock. Your cruise begins in Nuremberg in Germany, where you’ll board your luxury Avalon Ship. Discover this remarkable Holy Roman Empire city from guided excursions showcasing its historical treasures to its iconic Christmas markets, one of the most famous in Germany, and marvel at the magical atmosphere of holiday lights and decorations. Continue to lovely Bamberg and admire its nativity scenes set across town. Tap into the Christmas traditions as you cruise to Würzburg, embraced by rolling vineyard hills and admire the ornate Bishop’s Residence. Enjoy a walking adventure of picturesque Bavarian villages lit up with festive lights and decorations. Along the way, spend the afternoons and evenings delving into the Christmas Markets of each city as you sample Christmas culinary delights from spicy gingerbread, mulled wine to baking a traditional cookie. Your magical Christmas cruise ends in Frankfurt.
In between adventures, relax onboard the Avalon Fleet, which delivers 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 is 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 7 nights of accommodation in city hotels and onboard the Avalon 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.
Ignite your joyous holiday spirit and uncover Germany and Prague's historical treasures as you immerse into the views and tastes of the most magical time of the year while creating your own adventures.
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This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points