The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards and Castles with Paris & Amsterdam
Overview
Cruise the Moselle River to the picturesque town of Cochem where the Riesling grape is cultivated and soar above Koblenz on a cable-car ride to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress for a spectacular panoramic view. Discover Düsseldorf by bike, sweet bites, or a tour of fascinating sights. Step through history in 2,000-year-old Nijmegen—the oldest town in the Netherlands that still perseveres from the Roman era to WWII and today. Your European river cruise on the Rhine and the Moselle Rivers takes you to the spectacular and the charming destinations of France and Germany.
Your European river cruise vacation concludes 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 galore!
Itinerary
Welcome to Paris!
Arrive in France's capital and City of Light on the River Seine, where romance fills the air! Enjoy free time to explore the city at your own pace today.
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.
Your Avalon Suite Ship Awaits!
This morning, board a high-speed train for Luxembourg City.
- Classic: Join a Guided Tour of Luxembourg City—with its dramatic views, ancient ruins, and modern architecture along the deep gorge terrain.
Continue to Remich to embark on your Avalon Suite Ship® and enjoy dinner onboard this evening.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN REMICH
Old World Charm.
Ask about today's energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.
This morning, enjoy leisurely sailing to Trier.
- 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.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN TRIER
Castle Vines and German Wines.
This morning, enjoy leisurely sailing to Bernkastel.
- Classic: Take a Guided Walking Tour of the charming wine village of Bernkastel—with its medieval marketplace and 17th-century gabled timber - framed houses.
Enjoy free time this afternoon, take a bike ride through the village to sample Apfelkuchen or other wonderful German desserts.
Tonight, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO COCHEM
The Charm of the Moselle Valley.
- 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 with more than 200 years of savoir-faire and a recipe that has been passed down through the 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.
Relax on the Sky Deck while sailing to Koblenz through the Moselle Valley, famous for the beautiful wine growing villages and vineyards.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN KOBLENZ
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 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!
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO DÜSSELDORF
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 uniquely magic character all its own.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NIJMEGEN
WWII: Valor and Famous Mills.
- 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.
This afternoon, enjoy leisurely sailing to Amsterdam.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM
Your day in Amsterdam is free to explore at your leisure. Take time to discover this delightful 700-year-old city with its elegant and classic architecture, corner cafés, restaurants, and lively marketplaces.
Canals of Colorful Amsterdam.
- Classic: Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam's “Golden Age.”
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Life On Board
Float along Europe's most famous waterways in relaxed luxury aboard one of Avalon's award-winning Suite Ships. Read more
With the only Open-Air Balconies in river cruising, experience Europe with a view like no other in a Panorama Suite. Read more
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Personalise your cruise to make it your own with Avalon Choice. Select whichever included excursions interest you the most. Read more
Avalon's Active & Discovery river cruises offer activities for travellers with varying interests & for all energy and fitness levels. Read more
Savour regional cuisine and familiar favourites using the freshest local ingredients throughout your river cruise. Read more
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