
5D4N The Best of Rhine (WWZ)
5D4N The Best of Rhine (WWZ)
Happiness flows with Avalon Waterways. Cruise on Suite Ships with the widest stateroom views from your window-facing bed. Relaxed luxury flows throughout the ship in every detail plus personalize with Classic, Active, and Discovery excursions. Cruise Critic named Avalon’s staterooms the best in the business, and yes, we’re blushing a bit. But it’s only because we’ve taken such pride in bringing you river cruising’s only Open-Air BalconySM stateroom design, featuring beds with a view. Rest easy (literally) as you enjoy bigger views, more space and 24/7 access to open-air cruising. With Avalon, the award-winning views are as wide open as the possibilities.
Tour Deal
~ Cash Savings Offer: SAVE up to US$1,000 per couple
~ BONUS FOR CITI CARD MEMBERS: Airfare credit of RM300 per person
Travel Period: from April 30, 2023 till September 25, 2024
Tour Highlight
~ Colmar~ Rhine Gorge
~ Rock of the Lorelei
~ Rüdesheimer Coffee
~ Strasbourg Cathedral
What To Expect
Discover extraordinary destinations in Germany, France and Switzerland on this Rhine River cruise to sample local charms and traditions from Frankfurt to Basel. Relax on the Sky Deck and 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. In Strasbourg, France, you’ll be amazed by the red-sandstone Gothic cathedral with ancient murals and fascinating astronomical clock. Also, stroll through the lovely La Petite France district with its quaint shops, delightful bistros, and peaceful waterfront promenade. Before the end of your European river cruise holiday, stop in Breisach, Germany, the gateway to Germany’s Black Forest. Here, find unrivalled natural beauty in the area best known for Black Forest ham, cherry cake, and the cuckoo clock.-
Day 1: ARRIVE FRANKFURT, GERMANY (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to Germany. Your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Frankfurt must arrive before 2 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. OVERNIGHT CRUISE
: Dinner
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Day 2: RHINE GORGE
DISCOVERY - While sailing enjoy a cup of Rudesheimer Coffee, a local drink prepared mixing brandy and sugar, topped with coffee and a layer of whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a relaxing day onboard and 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.
ACTIVE - Join your Adventure Host to discover today's special activities and classes.
DISCOVERY - Enjoy a wine tasting onboard. Enjoy live entertainment on board your ship this evening. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO STRASBOURG
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Day 3: STRASBOURG, FRANCE
ACTIVE - Discover Strasbourg by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
CLASSIC - Join a City Sightseeing Tour, including Strasbourg's 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 visit Alsace's wine country today. Alternatively, take some free time in Strasbourg to visit a museum, or stroll across the city centre. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BREISACH
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Day 4: BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO BLACK FOREST
DISCOVERY - Join a full-day Guided Tour to the magical Black Forrest to experience the Vogtsbauernohf open-air-museum, visit an authentic water mill, and see a traditional butter-making demonstration, OR:
: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DISCOVERY - Visit to a local winery in Breisach, where you will learn about German winemaking and enjoy a wine tasting. 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 BASEL
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Day 5: DEPART BASEL, SWITZERLAND (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. Flights should not leave Zurich airport before 10 am or Basel airport before 8 am.
: Breakfast
Whats Included
~ Luxurious accommodations in category booked on Avalon Cruise~ All meals on board including sparkling wine with breakfast; wine, beer, and soft drinks at lunch and dinner
~ Daily sightseeing with headsets and expert local guides
~ Onboard entertainment
~ Wi-Fi throughout the ship
~ Port charges & gratuities
Whats Excluded
~ International air ticket~ Travel insurance & visa
~ SafetyNet protection
~ Airport transfer
Where to Visits
Information
~ Cash Savings Offer: SAVE up to US$1,000 per couple
~ BONUS FOR CITI CARD MEMBERS: Airfare credit of RM300 per person
Travel Period: from April 30, 2023 till September 25, 2024
Tour Highlight
~ Colmar~ Rhine Gorge
~ Rock of the Lorelei
~ Rüdesheimer Coffee
~ Strasbourg Cathedral
What To Expect
Discover extraordinary destinations in Germany, France and Switzerland on this Rhine River cruise to sample local charms and traditions from Frankfurt to Basel. Relax on the Sky Deck and 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. In Strasbourg, France, you’ll be amazed by the red-sandstone Gothic cathedral with ancient murals and fascinating astronomical clock. Also, stroll through the lovely La Petite France district with its quaint shops, delightful bistros, and peaceful waterfront promenade. Before the end of your European river cruise holiday, stop in Breisach, Germany, the gateway to Germany’s Black Forest. Here, find unrivalled natural beauty in the area best known for Black Forest ham, cherry cake, and the cuckoo clock.-
Day 1: ARRIVE FRANKFURT, GERMANY (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to Germany. Your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Frankfurt must arrive before 2 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. OVERNIGHT CRUISE
: Dinner
-
Day 2: RHINE GORGE
DISCOVERY - While sailing enjoy a cup of Rudesheimer Coffee, a local drink prepared mixing brandy and sugar, topped with coffee and a layer of whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a relaxing day onboard and 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.
ACTIVE - Join your Adventure Host to discover today's special activities and classes.
DISCOVERY - Enjoy a wine tasting onboard. Enjoy live entertainment on board your ship this evening. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO STRASBOURG
-
Day 3: STRASBOURG, FRANCE
ACTIVE - Discover Strasbourg by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
CLASSIC - Join a City Sightseeing Tour, including Strasbourg's 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 visit Alsace's wine country today. Alternatively, take some free time in Strasbourg to visit a museum, or stroll across the city centre. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BREISACH
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Day 4: BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO BLACK FOREST
DISCOVERY - Join a full-day Guided Tour to the magical Black Forrest to experience the Vogtsbauernohf open-air-museum, visit an authentic water mill, and see a traditional butter-making demonstration, OR:
: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DISCOVERY - Visit to a local winery in Breisach, where you will learn about German winemaking and enjoy a wine tasting. 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 BASEL
-
Day 5: DEPART BASEL, SWITZERLAND (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. Flights should not leave Zurich airport before 10 am or Basel airport before 8 am.
: Breakfast
Whats Included
~ Luxurious accommodations in category booked on Avalon Cruise~ All meals on board including sparkling wine with breakfast; wine, beer, and soft drinks at lunch and dinner
~ Daily sightseeing with headsets and expert local guides
~ Onboard entertainment
~ Wi-Fi throughout the ship
~ Port charges & gratuities
Whats Excluded
~ International air ticket~ Travel insurance & visa
~ SafetyNet protection
~ Airport transfer
Cancellation Policy
~ 91 days or more prior to departure: deposit forfeited
~ 90 – 60 days prior to departure: 35% of total price
~ 59 – 30 days prior to departure: 50% of total price
~ 29 – 1 days prior to departure: 80% of total price
~ On scheduled departure and later: 100% of total price
Payment Terms
~ Deposit must be received within 7 days of booking.
~ Balance payment must be made 90 days prior to departure.
~ Booking made within 90 days prior to departure require full payment at the time of booking.