Cruise itinerary

Day 1: 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. D 

Day 2: Rhine Gorge

The Most Beautiful View of the Rhine River

Discovery - While sailing enjoy a cup of Rüdesheimer Coffee, a local drink prepared mixing brandy and sugar, topped with coffee and a layer of whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

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. B,L,D

Day 3: Strasbourgh, France

A Grand Cathedral and La Petite France

Active - Discover Strasbourg by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:

Classic - Join a City Sightseeing Tour, including Strasbourg’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 Excursionto visit Alsace’s wine country today. Alternatively, take some free time in Strasbourg to visit a museum, or stroll across the city center.

Evening/overnight cruise to Breisach. B,L,D

Day 4: Breisach, Germany, excursion to Black Forest

German Winemaking and the Beautiful Black Forest

Discovery - Join a full-day Guided Tour to the magical Black Forest to experience the Vogtsbauernohf open-air-museum, visit an authentic water mill, and see a traditional butter-making demonstration, OR:

Discovery - Visit to a local winery in Breisach, where you will learn about German winemaking and enjoy a wine tasting, OR:

Classic - Join A Guided Tour to explore Freiburg’s medieval city center, sheltered by the Black Forest amid vineyards and gardens of the Upper Rhine Valley.

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. B,L,D

Day 5:  Basel, Switzerland (disembarkation)

Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.

Flights should not leave Zürich airport before 10 am or Basel airport before 8 am.

Air arrangements

Hassle free complete holiday booking

Rather than spending hours researching flights to coordinate with your holiday start and end dates, let Avalon handle the details. When they book your flights, if there are any changes to your holiday schedule, they make the air changes for you (subject to airline revision fees and/or airline-imposed change or cancellation fees).

As a completely independent travel company, they have no ties to any one airline. Avalon negotiate the lowest possible airfares with the world's finest carriers on your behalf. Plus, Avalon’s buying power means generally better rates for you. 

Departure dates 2024 : 7% discount on all dates

Prices shown exclude flights and transfers

Avalon brochure price in black from £1697

Travel 55 discount price in red from £1579

Telephone Avalon on 0330 0588 237 and quote the code TRAVEL55

Cruise WWZ Frankfurt to Basel. The price listed does not include your airfare, taxes or fees, call Avalon for a quote. Don't forget to quote TRAVEL55 for your 7% discount off cruise only price
Dates 2024
Avalon Ship Prices from Dates 2024
Avalon Ship Prices from
May 26 Tranquility II
£1697
£1579
Sept 25 Tranquility II
£1809
£1683

Prices above do not include international air travel. To add flights and overseas transfers to your holiday, please call Cosmos. Prices are per person, based on double room occupancy. Extra nights before and after your tour may be available, call Cosmos. Please see Cosmos Terms & Conditions  for further details. Please check tour details with the operator at time of booking as Cennet Ltd cannot be held responsible for any errors showing on it’s website

More Rhine cruises

Avalon have an excellent choice of Rhine cruises - to see the colleciton request a brochure here

You can claim our 7% discount off the cruise price only, by booking direct with Avalon on 0330 0588 237 and quoting TRAVEL55. You can claim the discount on any cruise, whether it is showing on our site or not.

Here are just some of their Rhine cruises -

Romantic Rhine with 2 nights in Lucerne (northbound) : Romantic Rhine with 2 nights in Lucerne (southbound) 

Romantic Rhine with 1 night in Amsterdam, Mount Pilatus, 1 night in Lucerne and 3 nights in Lake Como (southbound) : Romantic Rhine with 3 nights in Lake Como and1 night in Lucerne and Mount Pilatus (northbound)

Romantic Rhine with 1 night in Amsterdam and 2 nights in Lucerne (southbound) 

Romantic Rhine with 1 night in Amsterdam (southbound)

Romantic Rhine (southbound) : Romantic Rhine (northbound)

Romantic Rhine with Mount Pilatus, 1 night in Lucerne and 3 nights in Lake Como (southbound)

Rhine and Rhône Revealed (southbound) : Rhine and Rhône Revealed (northbound) 

Spectacular Switzerland with Romantic Rhine

Avalon Waterways
The Best of the Rhine

7% discount on cruise price - 5 Days

2024 price from £1579

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 vacation, stop in Breisach, Germany, the gateway to Germany’s Black Forest. Here, find unrivaled natural beauty in the area best known for Black Forest ham, cherry cake, and the cuckoo clock.

We have only a small number of Avalon cruises on our site, they really do have a very wide choice of cruises. To see the collection request a brochure here

Travel 55 in association with Avalon Waterways. To book a luxury cruise call direct on 0330 0588 237 and quote the code TRAVEL55 you will then receive a 7% discount off the cruise only price as listed in brochure or Avalon website.

A view with a room

You've always forged your own path... with your own distinct perspective of looking at the world. Avalon Waterways presents a river cruise experience with your unique style in mind - offering expansive views and wider perspectives. That's why we've designed a cruise experience that's just a bit different.

Avalon Tranquility II

Your Avalon river cruise will bring new tranquility to your traveler's soul, but you'll also find plenty of ways to excite your adventurous spirit to cruise your way! While on board, enjoy the intimate setting of the Avalon Tranquility II with two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that create river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony.

Spanning 200 square feet, the Passion's Panorama Suites are 30% larger than the industry standard. It's the perfect place to stretch out on your window-facing Comfort Collection bed with the world at your feet. Host a private cocktail party in the spacious sitting area-comfortably accommodating six guests.

On board, passengers enjoy free Wi-Fi access, complimentary computer use in public areas, a Fitness Center with state-of-the-art equipment, an elevator, and an expansive Sky Deck with shade system, premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, deck games, and the delightful Sky Bistro for al fresco lunches of light grill fare.

Relaxed luxury and new discoveries await from ship to shore on the Avalon Tranquility II.

Avalon choice

Avalon has designed included activities with a choice of experiences. We invite you to select the tours, activities, and events that interest you most, so you can experience your cruise your way. Plus, we offer independent exploration options and the use of our exclusive AvalonGO APP on most of our cruises. 

Below are 3 types of included shore excursions for you to experience.

ClassicYour local expert is ready to guide you through the history and heritage of local destinations. You’ll marvel at the legends, lore, and spectacular architecture of iconic and historic sites.

DiscoveryWe’ve found inspiring and interactive activities to speak to your interests - from cooking classes, to painting workshops - to immerse yourself in each culture you explore.

ActiveEmbark on energetic excursions to keep you in motion and on the go - from a guided jogging tour of Amsterdam, to biking, paddling, and hiking your way through scenic locales.

Start sooner, stay longer

Avalon makes it easy to experience holiday your way with seamless extension options before and after your cruise.

YourWay offers added nights in a selection of locales. From Budapest to Bucharest, you can spend a little or a lot more time getting to know more on shore with YourWay custom itineraries.

Call Avalon for more details - their number is 0330 0588 237, don't forget to quote TRAVEL55 for 7% discount off cruise price only


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