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The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & Castles with Paris

10 Days Amsterdam to Paris
The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & Castles with Paris
The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & Castles with Paris
The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & Castles with Paris

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This magnificent river cruise vacation begins in Holland’s popular, modern capital of Amsterdam. Then, embark on your European river cruise along the Rhine River to arrive in Nijmegen—the oldest town in the Netherlands that still perseveres from the Roman era to WWII and today. Discover Düsseldorf by bike, sweet bites, or a tour of fascinating sights. Soar above Koblenz on a cable car ride to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress for a spectacular panoramic view. Continue on the Moselle River to the picturesque town of Cochem where the Riesling grape is cultivated. Enjoy a guided walk in the charming wine village read more of Bernkastel and taste some of the region’s best wines.

End your vacation with a guided sightseeing tour of Trier revealing ancient remnants dating from 144-152 AD in Germany’s oldest city! Experience spectacular scenery and discover legendary cultures on your Moselle and Rhine River cruise vacation.Before boarding your high-speed train to Paris, enjoy an excursion to historic Luxembourg City, offering unique and dramatic views as it is set on two levels—high above on straddling hills and dropping into two river valleys.

Celebrate your river cruise vacation with a stay in Paris, complete with guided sightseeing in the “City of Light.”
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Trip Length
10 Days
Trip Starts
Amsterdam
Trip Ends
Paris
Cruise Ship
Passengers
128
Crew
37
Launched
2015
Cruise Code
WARE
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Itinerary

Welcome to Holland. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Amsterdam must arrive by 3:30 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.

You may take a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses.

OVERNIGHT SAILING TO NIJMEGEN

Included Meals: Dinner

Roman Archaeology and Airborne Heroes.

  • Classic: Join a Guided Tour of Nijmegen— the oldest town in the Netherlands. Learn how this city was first built more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans and see the archaeological Roman - era ruins in the city that was also damaged in WWII, OR:
  • Classic: Join a Guided Tour of the Airborne Museum of Hartenstein commemorating the 1944 WWII Battle of Arnhem.

AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO DÜSSELDORF

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Avant-Garde Architecture and Amazing Altbiers.

  • Active: Join your Adventure Host and explore the city of Düsseldorf by bike, OR:
  • Discovery: Experience Düsseldorf's Old Town and get an insight into its culinary diversity, OR:
  • Classic: Join a Guided Tour of Düsseldorf. Visit the Old Town, but also discover its spectacular subway line, where each station has a uniquely magic character all its own.

This afternoon, enjoy leisurely sailing to Cologne to enjoy free time this evening. Don't miss the chance to enjoy free time over a glass of Kölsch pale lager—locally brewed for over 100 years! Enjoy live entertainment onboard your ship this evening.

OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RÜDESHEIM

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Fortress Walls and Manor Halls.

Ask about today's energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.

  • Classic: Enjoy a leisurely Guided Walk of ancient Koblenz, including a cable car ride to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress for a spectacular panoramic view.

This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN KOBLENZ

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The Charm of the Moselle Valley.

Relax on the Sky Deck of your ship while sailing through the Moselle Valley, famous for the beautiful growing villages and their vineyards.

  • Active: See Cochem from atop, hike up to an excellent viewpoint with your Adventure Host and visit Reichsburg Castle, OR:
  • Discovery: Take part in a Guided Visit to one of the oldest mustard mills, dating back to 1810. Under the guidance of the head mustard “miller,” you'll watch mustard being made using traditional skills, more than 200 years of savoir-faire and a recipe that has been passed down several generations, OR:
  • Classic: Join a Guided Walk of Cochem through its half-timbered houses and winding streets. Visit the hilltop Reichsburg Castle with a bird's - eye - view of the Moselle Valley.

OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BERNKASTEL

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Castle Vines and German Wines.

Ask about today's energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.

  • Discovery: Enjoy a wine tasting on board while sailing.
  • Classic: Take a Guided Walking Tour of the charming wine village of Bernkastel—with its medieval marketplace and 17th-century gabled timber - framed houses.

This afternoon through the evening, enjoy leisurely sailing to Trier. Tonight, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.

EVENING CRUISE TO TRIER

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Ancient Worlds and Old - World Charm.

  • Classic: Take a Guided Sightseeing tour of Trier—Germany's oldest city with ancient remnants dating from 144 - 152 AD. Starting from Porta Nigra, walk through the city center.

This afternoon, enjoy leisurely sailing to Remich.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN REMICH

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The City of Light

  • Classic: Join a Guided Tour of Luxembourg City—with its dramatic views, ancient ruins, and modern architecture along the deep gorge terrain.

Later, board a high - speed train to Paris. Known as one of the world's most romantic and lively cities, Paris is a delight for all your senses.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Images, Music, and Art.

  • Classic: Join a Guided City Tour featuring the iconic sites of Paris, which make the City of Light the most romantic and remarkable city in the world.
Included Meals: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Life On Board

Avalon
Total No. of River Cruises 168
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Just imagine gliding away down the world’s most spectacular rivers, all while enjoying a unique vantage point from your own private oasis. Our floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows in our suites blur the line between where the world ends, and your suite begins; allowing you to experience the world less seen from the comfort of your bed. This is river cruising from a unique point of view.
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