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Cruise itinerary : Romantic Rhine for Wine Lovers
Day 1: Base, Switzerland (embarkation)
Welcome to Switzerland.
Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.
Flights into Zürich or Basel must arrive by 3 pm.
Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.
Enjoy dinner and explore the ship on your first night on board.
Evening Cruise to Breisach cruise. Dinner
Day 2: Breisach, Germany, excursion tp Black Foreste
Winemaking and the Beautiful Black Forest
Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.
Enjoy the view on a relaxing bike ride along the Rhine with your Adventure Host, OR:
Take a full-day Guided Tour to the charming village of Colmar, with its half-timbered medieval and early renaissance buildings, followed by a visit to a countryside chateau wine cellar, OR:
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:
Join a Guided Tour in the morning through storybook Colmar, along the charming canals of the “Little Venice” of France and past past countless historic buildings and monuments.
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.
Join a lecture about wine hosted by your Certified Sommelier.
Evening Cruise to Kehl. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Kehl. Excursion to Strasbourgh, France
A Grand Cathedral and La Petite France
Discover Strasbourg by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
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.
Join an enchanting Guided Tour along the famed Alsace Wine Route to discover the heart of France’s wine country and sample several local wines.
Onboard food and wine pairing dinner hosted by your Certified Sommelier
Evening/Overnight Cruise to Speyer. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Speyer, excursion to Heidelberg
The World’s Biggest Wine Barrel
Join your Avalon Adventure Host for an inspiring walk in Heidelberg, the Philosophers' way, OR:
Enjoy a Guided City Tour, including a visit to the Wine Museum to learn about the history of viticulture and wine production, OR:
Enjoy a Guided Tour to Heidelberg Castle to see the ruins of the magnificent renaissance treasure towering above the city, and its famed Great Vat, the “World’s Largest Wine Barrel.”
Evening/Overnight cruise to Rüdesheim, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Rüdesheim - Rhine Gorge - Koblenz
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country
Enjoy a hike with your Avalon Adventure Host through the picturesque vineyards of Rüdesheim, OR:
Join a Guided Tour to experience the beauty and simplicity of 13th-century Eberbach Monastery-a former abbey for Cistercian monks that today is known for its wine production and as the film location for the blockbuster movie, "The Name of the Rose". Also enjoy a wine tasting, OR:
Take a Guided Tour of the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; enjoy a wine tasting.
En route to Koblenz, 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.
Enjoy an onboard wine and cheese tasting hosted by your Certified Sommelier.
Koblenz
Travel Through 2000 Years of Monumental History
Enjoy free time in Koblenz before a relaxing evening on board with dinner and live entertainment.
Overnight/docking in Koblenz Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Cologne, Germany
Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.
Enjoy a bike ride like the locals in Cologne with your Adventure Host, OR:
Choose a Guided Walking Tour of Cologne’s important Jewish heritage sites, OR:
Take a Guided City Walk of Cologne—with its soaring twin-steepled gothic cathedral.
Spend free time over a glass of Kölsch pale lager—locally brewed for over 100 years!
Enjoy a wine and chocolate tasting hosted by your Certified Sommelier.
Afternoon/Overnight cruise to Amsterdam Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Amsterdam, Holland
Start your day joining your Adventure Host on an early morning walk in Amsterdam, OR:
Discover the true beauty of Amsterdam with an off-the-beaten-path Guided Walking Tour through its cobblestone streets for a captivating look at this legendary city, OR:
Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam’s “Golden Age.”
Take some free time to explore Amsterdam’s colorful streets and canal houses, galleries, and shops or join a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses.
Overnight docking in Amsterdam. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Amsterdam (Disembarkation)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.
Breakfast
Departure dates 2026 Romantic Rhine for Wine Lovers : 7% discount on all dates
Prices shown exclude flights and transfers
Avalon brochure price in black
Travel 55 discount price in red
Telephone Avalon on 0330 0588 237 and quote the code TRAVEL55
| WZA-T7 8 Day River Cruise Basel to Amsterdam. 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 | |||||
| Departure Dates | Ship (Avalon) | Delux Stateroom | Panorama Suite | Royal Suite | |
| October 20 | View | £2000 £1582 |
£2800 £2605 |
£5573 £5183 |
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| November 3 | View | £1700 £1582 |
£2250 £2093 |
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| November 17 | View | £1700 £1582 |
£2300 £2140 |
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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 |
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Avalon Waterways
Romantic Rhine for Wine Lovers
7% discount on cruise price - 8 Days
2026 price from £1582
One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which begins in Switzerland and visits France, Germany, and Holland! A Certified Sommelier will accompany you on your river cruise on the Rhine River with presentations, tastings, and wine pairings along the way. Board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Basel, Switzerland, then head for Breisach, Germany, at the foot of the Kaiserstuhl Mountain on the French-German border. Here, enjoy an excursion to Germany’s Black Forest or take an excursion to the charming village of Colmar, followed by a visit to a chateau wine cellar. Continue your river cruise to Strasbourg, France, and marvel at the red-sandstone Gothic-style cathedral with ancient murals and the fascinating astronomical clock. Stroll through the lovely La Petite France district with its quaint shops, delightful bistros, and peaceful waterfront promenade. Visit the ruins of Heidelberg Castle, towering magnificently over the city, or stop in Speyer for a guided walk and a visit to the Wine Museum. Sail to the charming wine town of Rüdesheim, and a visit to the unique Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum or enjoy a visit to Eberbach monastery and its wine cellar, then 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. Last stop in Germany is Cologne—a 2,000-year-old city known for its Gothic-style architecture and famous twin-spired cathedral.
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 View
As one of the newest additions to our award-winning fleet of Suite Ships, the Avalon View certainly lives up to its name! With the youngest fleet of ships offering the widest views on Europe's waterways, The View illustrates our outstanding commitment to relaxed luxury. Passengers can choose from two full decks of award-winning Panorama Suites, featuring wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform your living space into a unique Open-Air Balcony. The 200-square-foot Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, with Avalon's signature window-facing "Beds with a View." Onboard amenities include complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi access, a convenient Fitness Center, an Adventure Center for bikes and active gear, and an Avalon Adventure Host to assist with active excursions and activities.
Enjoy exceptional onboard cuisine, including Avalon Fresh menu options, premium coffee and spirits, and versatile FlexDining venues, including the casual Panorama Bistro, al fresco Sky Grill, or elegant glass-walled Dining Room. Library books, cards, and board games are favorites in the Club Lounge, and our Observation Lounge affords the perfect vantage point to watch the world go by. The expansive Sky Deck beckons with a whirlpool, premium lounge chairs, shade system, and deck games-against a backdrop of Europe's most spectacular views!
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.
Classic - Your 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.
Discovery - We’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.
Active - Embark 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
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.
