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

12 Days Amsterdam to Paris
The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & Castles with Amsterdam & Paris
The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & Castles with Amsterdam & Paris
The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & Castles with Amsterdam & Paris
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Begin your vacation your way with a two-night stay in Amsterdam! Join us for a guided canal cruise through the iconic waterways of this city of the Golden Age. Take free time to explore the colorful streets, galleries, and restaurants here. 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 read more 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 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
12 Days
Trip Starts
Amsterdam
Trip Ends
Paris
Cruise Ship
Passengers
128
Crew
37
Launched
2015
Cruise Code
WARY
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Itinerary

Welcome to Holland.

Your day in Amsterdam is free to explore at your leisure.

Canals of Colorful Amsterdam.

  • Classic: Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam's “Golden Age.”
Included Meals: Breakfast

Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.

With a free day to explore before your cruise, take time to discover this delightful 700-year-old city with its elegant and classic architecture, cafés, restaurants and lively marketplace before boarding your Suite Ship®

OVERNIGHT SAILING TO NIJMEGEN

Included Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Roman Archaeology and Airborne Heroes.

  • Active: Discover Nijmegen by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
  • 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.

  • Active: Explore Koblenz by foot with your Adventure Host, OR:
  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Active: Get your daily dose of exercise through a walk in Trier with your Adventure Host, OR:
  • 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 Tranquility II
Avalon Tranquility II

Float along Europe's most famous waterways in relaxed luxury aboard one of Avalon's award-winning Suite Ships. Read more

Our Vision. Your View.
Our Vision. Your View.

With the only Open-Air Balconies in river cruising, experience Europe with a view like no other in a Panorama Suite. Read more

Exclusive Meets Inclusive
Exclusive Meets Inclusive

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Avalon Choice

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Active & Discovery
Active & Discovery

Avalon's Active & Discovery river cruises offer activities for travellers with varying interests & for all energy and fitness levels. Read more

From View to Table
From View to Table

Savour regional cuisine and familiar favourites using the freshest local ingredients throughout your river cruise. Read more

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