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Romantic Rhine for Wine Lovers (Southbound)

Avalon View

27th Oct 26

7 Nights

From

£1,999PP

Itinerary
Ship

Day 1

Amsterdam, Holland (Embarkation)

Welcome to Holland. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding. Your day in Amsterdam is free to explore at your leisure. You might join a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM

Day 2

Amsterdam, Holland

Canals of Colorful Amsterdam Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities. Classic Excursion 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: Classic Excursion Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam’s “Golden Age."" This afternoon, choose among the Guided Optional Excursions available or take some free time to explore Amsterdam’s colorful streets and canal houses, galleries, and shops. Discovery Excursion Join an onboard lecture hosted by your Certified Sommelier. AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO COLOGNE

Day 3

Cologne, Germany

Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland Discovery Excursion Join an onboard wine and cheese tasting hosted by your Certified Sommelier. Active Excursion Enjoy a bike ride like the locals in Cologne with your Adventure Host, OR: Discovery Excursion Choose a Guided Walking Tour of Cologne’s important Jewish heritage sites, OR: Classic Excursion 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! Later, local musicians will join us on board for live entertainment. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RÜDESHEIM

Day 4

Rhine Gorge-Rudesheim

Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country En route to Rüdesheim, 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 Excursion Enjoy a hike with your Avalon Adventure Host through the picturesque vineyards of Rüdesheim, OR: Discovery Excursion 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: Classic Excursion Take a Guided Tour of the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; enjoy a wine tasting. Enjoy live entertainment on board your ship this evening. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO SPEYER

Day 5

Mainz (excursion to Heidelberg)

The World’s Biggest Wine Barrel Active Excursion Join your Avalon Adventure Host for an inspiring walk in Heidelberg, the Philosophers' way, OR: Classic Excursion Enjoy a Guided Tour through the vibrant streets of Speyer and learn about its fascinating history and traditions. Also enjoy a wine tasting, OR: Classic Excursion 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 KEHL

Day 6

Kehl, Excursion to Strasbourg, France

A Grand Cathedral and La Petite France Ask about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities. Active Excursion Discover Strasbourg by bike with your Adventure Host, OR: Classic Excursion 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. Discovery Excursion 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. Discovery Excursion Onboard food and wine pairing dinner hosted by your Certified Sommelier. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BREISACH

Day 7

Breisach, Germany. Excursion to Black Forest

Winemaking and the Beautiful Black Forest Discovery Excursion 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: Classic Excursion 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: Classic Excursion 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. Classic Excursion 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. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BASEL

Day 8

Basel, Switzerland (Disembarkation)

Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.

Why Book

Stateroom Options:

Deluxe Stateroom from £1,999pp
Panorama Suite from £2,549pp
Royal Suite from £5,295pp
Solo from £2,939

Why Book This Avalon River Cruise?

Return Flights & Overseas Transfers
Complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi
Friendly, English-speaking crew & Cruise Director
Club Lounge with 24-hour self-serve beverage station with complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees, as well as treats throughout the day
Chef-prepared onboard meals with regional cuisine and familiar favorites
Complimentary room service for Continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner
Included Happy Hour every evening featuring house beer, wine, cocktails and a drink of the day

Get in touch now to book this deal or make an enquiry

Avalon View

Overview

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!

Food & Drink

Farm-to-fork fare.

Fresh and local. While you take in the bountiful views, our innovative chefs bring the local bounties to your plate.

TIME TO INDULGE!

Pull Up A Chair Or Pull Up The Covers With Your Choice Of Dining Experiences—From Dinner In The Dining Room, To Delicacies On The Sky Deck, To Breakfast In Bed!

Breakfast - Fresh brews and panoramic views are served with countless sunrise selections including towers of super foods and made-to-order specialties.
Lunch - Refuel for your adventures with regional treats and homemade sweets—from out-of-this-world specialty dishes to down-to-earth favourites you crave.
Dinner - Whether you opt for a sumptuous four-course dinner or a lighter tasting menu, hand-crafted excellence is always on the menu.

Turning the tables on cruise dining.

Avalon Fresh: The heart-healthy menu everyone loves.

With our exclusive Avalon Fresh menu, you can take an indulgent cruise without drifting from your healthy habits. From eye-opening juices at breakfast to artfully crafted salads at lunch to high-protein plates at dinner, Avalon Fresh options—including vegetarian and vegan specialties—are available at every meal so you can guiltlessly partake in creative cuisine without sacrificing great taste.

Dinner's Ready (Or Breakfast & Lunch) When You Are.

Avalon's Flex Dining® puts a whole new meaning to "Where should we eat?" with your choice of when and where you dine on board. Mix it up with a variety of menus and venues without the strict schedules that cut into your fun. Dine in style in your ship's spacious and elegant glass-walled Panorama Dining Room or mix it up with bite-sized delights in the cozy Panorama Bistro. Al fresco dining more your style? Grab a complimentary picnic lunch for a tasty takeaway on shore, pull up a chair for an al fresco lunch on the observation deck, or savor sizzling selections atop the Sky Deck with specialties served hot off the Sky Grill! Need an afternoon nosh? Be our guest for elegant tea service each afternoon in the Panorama Bistro to satisfy your sweet tooth!

The Foods You Love…Minus Ingredients that Don’t Love You Back

Our Avalon kitchens are designed to cater to your dietary sensitivities with ease. In fact, you’re invited to share any restrictions or preferences with us on day one so that we may make your dining experience worry free and wonderful! Dig in to a variety of delicious options at every meal to accommodate your unique dietary requirements, including gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, vegetarian, or other special dishes prepared upon request to accommodate any sensitivities or allergies to keep you feeling great!

Our menus are complete with allergen labels, indicating which dishes include the following ingredients: gluten, milk products, eggs, peanuts, fish, crustaceans, lupines, nuts, sulfur dioxide and sulfites, celery, mustard, sesame seed, soy, and mollusks.

Entertainment

A SHIP BUILT AROUND YOU

A perfectly designed cruise starts with a perfectly designed ship. At Avalon, every space – from light-filled lounges to al fresco decks – was created with one goal: to bring the world closer, more comfortably. With an average of just 150 guests per ship, you’ll enjoy more room to breathe, more places to unwind, and more personal attention everywhere you go.

And with a fleetwide refresh for 2026, every Suite Ship® shines brighter than ever – modern interiors, updated amenities, and elevated style that matches the views outside.

Health & Fitness

MIND. BODY. RIVER. BALANCE INSIDE & OUT.

Move your body. Nourish your mind. Set your spirit free. If wellness is your vibe, enjoy a little retreat on the world’s most beautiful waterways. With daily expert-led stretching classes, healthy menu options, complimentary bikes and e-bikes, enhanced fitness rooms, and Adventure Centers, Avalon makes it easy to feel your best – every step, pedal, and sunrise of the journey.

Terms & Conditions

*Book an Avalon Cruise between 14 October and 2 December 2025 and receive 1 case of wine per booking worth a retail value of over £75.00. The free case of wine per booking, fulfilled by Virgin Wines, includes a mixed selection of 6 bottles. We can provide an alcohol-free alternative case upon request. This promotion is combinable with all existing consumer discounts and Welcome Back Credit where available. This promotion applies to customers and agents living in Mainland UK only. Please note, that this offer has no cash alternative.  Every effort will be made for delivery before Christmas but not guaranteed. Applicable to new bookings only made within the booking period of 14 October – 2 December 2025 and cannot be applied to existing bookings made before or after these dates. The offers are subject to availability & can be withdrawn at any time. PRBW322