Avalon Waterways

SO MUCH TO CELEBRATE!

There’s cause for celebration on any Avalon Waterways river cruise simply because of the smiles we see on our guests’ faces. And while creating happy cruisers is the best reward, we’re humbled to see that quite a few others have noticed as well. Each year, Avalon’s efforts to elevate the cruise experience are recognized by travelers and industry professionals alike. Maybe it’s our exclusive Panorama SuitesSM with a view that can’t be matched, or it could be the extraordinary selection of Avalon ChoiceSM excursions to delight every interest and passion. Of course, our exceptional crew—from captains to chefs and the others who always put our guests first—often makes the biggest impression. From the first ‘welcome aboard’ to the final ‘bon voyage,’ the Avalon difference continues to create a ripple effect—and smiles—far and wide! That’s Cruising Elevated.

CHOICES ARE WIDER.

Embark with Avalon on your choice of over 77 cruises on 11 rivers (plus the Galápagos!) featuring 24 countries in Europe, Asia, South America, and Egypt. Discover tradition and timeless beauty on the Rhine, Danube, Seine, Rhône, and Saône—to name a few. Explore South America’s Amazon River or retrace the research of Darwin with a cruise through the Galápagos Islands. Discover how generations of graceful traditions live on while sailing the Mekong in Southeast Asia or unlock the secrets of the Sphinx on the mysterious Nile in Egypt. Welcome aboard! Where shall we sail next?

SUITE LOVE.

IN THE HEART OF IT ALL.

What’s not to love about our best-in-class Avalon Suite Ships®? No other fleet of river cruise ships offers you a view of the world like them, featuring our award-winning Avalon Panorama SuitesSM. Thirty percent larger than the industry standard, they’re river cruising’s only Open-Air BalconySM with nothing between you and the view. While other river cruise cabins are designed with beds against a wall for a view of another wall, our Comfort CollectionSM beds actually face the view with the widest-opening, wall-towall, floor-toceiling panoramic windows in river cruising. so you can fall in love with every heart-melting view!

SMALLER SHIPS. BIGGER EXPERIENCES.

SERIOUS SPACE FROM STEM TO STERN.

Averaging just 150 guests or less, Avalon’s spacious, yet intimate, Suite Ships® give you room to relax, reminisce, and reward yourself with the relaxed luxury and personal attention you deserve. Our awardwinning fleet consists of 80% Panorama SuitesSM. Larger suites mean fewer passengers, more room to dream, and a variety of vantage points from which to take it all in. From the open-air Sky Deck to the spacious Panorama Lounge to the comfy Club Lounge to the forward Observation Lounge, you’ll find your favorite spot to stretch out with the world always in view.

MORE YOU IN YOUR CRUISE.

SO MUCH MORE TO CHOOSE.

No one else is like you. So, Avalon includes a variety of excursions and activities to please your inner explorer, epicurean, or enthusiastic scholar. Choose classic sights of the centuries, active adventures by bike or hike, and the discovery of hidden talents with a paint brush or pastry dish at hand. After all, the adventure is up to you on an Avalon cruise!

THE ADVENTURE IS UP TO YOU.

CLASSIC Nothing beats the classics, especially when it comes to traveling back in time to bygone eras. Avalon’s Classic excursions present a colorful collection of guided walking tours through ancient fortresses, capitals, and castles, telling timeless tales to create your own storybook adventure.

DISCOVERY An awakening for the senses, Avalon’s Discovery excursions present heartwarming, braintingling, hands-on experiences. Pull up a chair to hear a Viennese waltz, roll up your sleeves to paint like Van Gogh, crack open oysters and a bottle in Bordeaux, or grab an apron to whip up a local delicacy.

ACTIVE If exploring under your own steam is more your style, Avalon’s Active excursions pack the getup-and-go into every cruise. Paddle a kayak, pedal a bike, or put on your hiking shoes to see the world your way with heart-pumping adventures.

Personalize your river cruise experience even more with optional excursions that speak to you. Take plenty of free time to explore on your own—without getting lost. Our AvalonGO mobile app puts it all at your fingertips. Your Avalon Adventure HostSM can point you in the right direction for active exploring with gear from our Adventure Center.

START SOONER. STAY LONGER.

Avalon makes it easy to seamlessly add days and nights in a variety of destinations before or after your river cruise. We take care of all the details, from ship-to-hotel and hotel-to-ship transfers, transportation between cities, superior hotel accommodations, and guided sightseeing with plenty of optional excursions and free time to customize your experience. From Paris to Prague or from London to Lucerne, you can spend a little or a lot more time getting to know the destinations that call to you.

Look for “Your Way” options in this brochure to customize your vacation.

GO AHEAD...

ROCK THE BOAT.

FREEDOM INCLUDED, RULES ARE NOT.

A View in Every Room

Flex Dining Menus & Venues

Complimentary Beer & Wine with Lunch & Dinner Round-the-Clock Coffee, Tea & Snacks

Complimentary Happy Hour

Afternoon Tea Service

Complimentary Room Service with Continental Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Award-Winning Included On Shore Excursions

Onboard Cultural Experiences

Adventure Center & Adventure Host

Complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi On Board

For a list of everything included on an Avalon Waterways cruise, see page 62.

THE RECIPE FOR REMARKABLE .

MIXING IT UP WITH FRESH, LOCAL FLAVORS.

Our creative chefs insist on the freshest, local ingredients in preparing the perfect dishes that delight with dining experiences served on your schedule in a choice of venues on board. Avalon FlexDining® invites you to dine when and where you like—from al fresco lunch at the Sky Grill, to an elegant four-course dinner in the glass-walled Panorama Dining Room, to a casual setting in the Panorama Bistro. With equal parts of local inspiration, familiar favorites, and new twists on Old World traditions, we stir the senses with each table setting when and where you please.

LOCAL. HEALTHY. INGREDIENTS.

Who says healthy cuisine can’t be inspiring? On an Avalon Waterways river cruise, you can take an indulgent vacation without drifting from your healthy habits. Our Avalon Fresh selections are exclusively created in collaboration with Austrian brothers Leo and Karl Wrenkh, leading chefs in the healthy-dining movement. Using the freshest ingredients from local farms and suppliers, our chefs create flavorful dishes with a dash of innovation. These creative yet wholesome options are available at every meal we serve on board.

Whether you’re looking for an energizing juice at breakfast, an artfully crafted salad at lunch, or a satisfying plate at dinner, Avalon Fresh steps up to the plate with the perfect ingredients to fuel your day.

Visit our website to learn more about Avalon Fresh, available on our European fleet.

THE ART OF MAKING YOU FEEL AT HOME.

AT YOUR SERVICE ON SHIP & ON SHORE.

From the moment you step onto your Avalon Suite Ship®, you’ll feel the thoughtful attention to detail from each and every crew member on board and on shore. From the Captain and Cruise Director to your stateroom attendant and dining staff, you’ll feel our commitment to professional, courteous, and always helpful service that’s never stuffy—in an atmosphere of relaxed luxury encouraging your personal comfort and personal style. On shore, you’re in great hands with our exceptional Local Guides who enthusiastically share the treasures of each destination and sight. That’s the Avalon spirit of caring for our guests each step of the way on every Avalon cruise.

FOLLOW YOUR HEART.

SET YOUR COURSE FOR ADVENTURE!

While we pride ourselves in the outstanding views of passing landscapes, Avalon invites you to jump into the world around you to explore under your own steam when adventure calls. In addition to included active excursions to pedal or paddle your way through extraordinary locales, you’ll find all the guidance and gear you need to set off on adventures of your own. Just visit our Adventure Center to grab a bike, walking stick, maps, and tips for time to explore your way. Whether you’re looking for an optional kayaking excursion or a complimentary yoga class on the Sky Deck, your Adventure Host is fully on board with your adventurous spirit!

For itineraries with more active pursuits and cultural discoveries, explore Avalon’s range of Active & Discovery cruises available on most rivers in Europe.

See pages 24, 27, 30, 31, 34, 35, 36 & 37

PACK YOUR PASSIONS.

SPECIAL INTEREST RIVER CRUISES.

Dig in to your passion for gardening or gastronomical fare. Take a whisk to whip up a regional specialty or set your sights on the perfect shot on a photography lovers’ cruise. Pour it on with everything you didn’t know about beer or wine on an Avalon Special Interest cruise. Sail with a history expert and walk in the footsteps of heroes or celebrate the season on a Festive Season cruise that’s sure to twinkle in your holiday memories for years to come. Special Interest Cruises unite you with your pastimes—and other likeminded enthusiasts—both on board and on shore.

BEER ENTHUSIASTS CRUISES

Lifting a stein tends to lift the spirits, or so say those who have been fortunate enough to raise a toast in a biergarten in Europe. Cruise with a certified beer expert and discover regional beers, visit historic breweries, attend special beer tastings, and learn about European brewing techniques with fascinating lectures and workshops. Prost!

CULINARY EXPERIENCE CRUISES

Stir your dreams of culinary delights in Burgundy and Provence on an Avalon Culinary Cruise to savor the rich landscapes of France that are synonymous with sumptuous food and wine. Indulge in irresistible haute cuisine and traditional favorites in the birthplace of crêpes and Chardonnay! Or experience the local culinary delights of Bavaria, Austria, and Hungary on a Danube cruise where rich dishes and perfect pastries rule the day!

FESTIVE SEASON CRUISES

Experience the holiday season the European way! Enjoy the jolly atmosphere on your festively decorated ship as you delight in the sights, smells, and tastes of local traditions. Visit Christmas markets in several ports of call where winter wonderlands of ages past come to life.

GARDEN & NATURE LOVER CRUISES

A rose by any other name would smell as sweet...but wait until you’ve seen the flower fields and gardens of Europe—from Holland’s Keukenhof Gardens to Amsterdam’s flower auction, to the tulip fields that seem to go on forever. An Avalon garden and nature cruise reveals the most beautiful gardens and parks throughout Holland and Belgium—famous for their inspirational horticultural art.

JAZZ LOVERS CRUISES

America may have given birth to jazz, but Paris was the first to hail it as a true artform. Cruise through France with onboard performances and the opportunity to soak in “le jazz hot”’ performances at the famed jazz festival at the Roman theater of Vienne.

MUSIC LOVERS CRUISES

How do you keep the music playing? With a cruise that moves you with the magnificent melodies of Strauss, Mozart, and Beethoven along the Danube River. Fill your soul with sumptuous symphonies, wonderful waltzes, and heart-pounding performances in the picturesque concert halls of Europe.

PHOTOGRAPHY ENTHUSIASTS CRUISES

They say a picture is worth a thousand words. We say it’s worth a thousand memories of the spectacular sights and experiences on an Avalon cruise. Cruise in the company of an accomplished photographer and fellow shutterbugs to snap the perfect shot around each corner.

WINE LOVERS CRUISES

Cruise with a distinguished Master of Wine on a wine-lover’s cruise. Onboard tastings and regional excursions to the legendary cellars of Europe, as well as instruction in food-and-wine pairing, will give you a new appreciation for the fruit of the vine. Discover the vineyards of France, cruise along the Moselle River, or sail on the Danube for vintages you’ll remember for ages to come.

WWII REMEMBRANCE AND HISTORY CRUISES

Walk in the footsteps of heroes with a WWII history expert on the hallowed grounds of valor and courage. From the beaches of Normandy to Vimy Ridge and beyond, an Avalon History Cruise shares these legends and legacies of with insight and inspiration. Hear the personal stories of lives forever changed by WWII on an Avalon Remembrance and History cruise, with 2024 departures during the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

LIGHTING THE PATH TO A BETTER TOMORROW.

From our inception, Avalon Waterways has cast a light on the world’s most fascinating places and people – inviting wayfarers and wanderers like you to bask in their glory, intrigue, and wonder. Along the way, we’ve helped travelers uncover ancient traditions while meeting the locals dedicated to preserving them; to meander historic hallways while giving back to the societies that safeguard them; and to put down the guidebooks and pick up a greater understanding of the world and its people.

Immersed in enlightening experiences, we naturally gain a deeper appreciation – one that leads to greater compassion, consideration, and curiosity as we ask ourselves, what more can we do to protect our planet, preserve our sacred places, and help our friends around the globe.

GLOBUS FAMILY OF BRANDS LIGHTHOUSE PROJECT ♥

Avalon, along with sister companies Globus and Cosmos, invite our travelers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow. The Avalon Waterways® Lighthouse Project shines brightly as an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe’s greater good.

A CLEANER PLANET IS THE BEST REWARD.

Avalon Waterways has been honored by Europe’s Green Award—recognized for our Suite Ship® fleet’s high safety and environmental standards. This prestigious award is given to river cruise ships based on the environmental impact of engines, fuel consumption, waste and maintenance, pollution prevention, and more.

Grein

REPUBLIC

SLOVAKIA

Melk

Melk

Wachau Valley

Wachau Valley

Dürnstein Vienna Bratislava Budapest Pécs

SLOVAKIA

Dürnstein Vienna Bratislava Budapest Pécs

HUNGARY

HUNGARY

GREAT RIVERS TO ROAM.

Gently rambling, eagerly flowing, wildly rushing… each of Europe’s legendary waterways have a distinct personality and a long, fascinating history. Whether you choose the blue Danube, the romantic Rhine, or one of the many other rivers, your perspective on this magnificent continent will be forever changed.

Mauthausen Novi Sad

Drava River

Drava River

Mohács

CROATIA

CROATIA

Visegrád Brasov Novi Sad

Visegrád Brasov

Vukovar

Bucharest Mohács

Vukovar

Sava River

Danube Delta

Constanta Osijek

Belgrade

Belgrade

Sava River

ROMANIA

ROMANIA

Constanta Osijek

Iron Gates

Iron Gates

Cetate

Cetate

Danube River

Danube River

SERBIA

SERBIA

Vidin Belogradchik

Vidin Belogradchik

Nikopol

Nikopol

Svistov

Veliko Târnovo Arbanassi Rousse Oltenita Bucharest

Fetesti

Svistov Veliko Târnovo Arbanassi Rousse Oltenita

BULGARIA

BULGARIA

Cernavodă

St. Gheorghe

Cernavodă

Black Sea

Black Sea

Vida Portugal: Vineyards & Villages Along the Douro

Cruise WCC: 8 Days from Porto to Porto

Active & Discovery in Holland & Belgium

Cruise WAD: 8 Days from Amsterdam to Amsterdam Douro

Cruise at-a-Glance

Day 1 Porto (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Entre Porto Antigo. Excursion to Braga and Guimarães: Choice of guided sightseeing in Braga and Guimarães, or Romanesque tour

Day 3 Peso da Régua: Choice of guided sightseeing Peso da Regua and Lamego or farm visit with tasting

Day 4 Pocinho: Choice of guided sightseeing in Freixo de Numão or guided sightseeing in Vila Nova de Foz Côa

Day 5 Barca d’Alva. Excursion to Salamanca: Choice of guided sightseeing in Salamanca or guided sightseeing in Freixo de Espada à Cinta

Day 6 Ferradosa-Leverinho. Excursion to Amarante: Onboard tile painting workshop or pastry demo; guided sightseeing in Amarante

Day 7 Porto: Guided sightseeing or bike excursion from Porto to the sea

Day 8 Porto (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Lisbon to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISE: Wine Lovers

Cruise at-a-Glance

Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Middelburg: Choice of nature walk, or Middelburg walking tour, or visit to an Oyster Farm

Day 3 Ghent: Choice of biking tour, or guided sightseeing, or Graffiti tour

Day 4 Brussels: Choice of chocolate workshop, or biking tour, or Brussels guided tour

Day 5 Antwerp: Choice of biking tour, or visit the Red Star Line museum, or Antwerp guided tour

Day 6 Rotterdam: Choice of architectural biking tour, or ceramic painting workshop, or Rotterdam guided tour; Rotterdam harbor cruise

Day 7 Amsterdam: Choice of painting class, or guided kayak tour, or canal cruise

Day 8 Amsterdam (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Amsterdam to your cruise

Wachau

Tulip Time in Holland & Belgium

Cruise WAX: 8 Days from Amsterdam to Brussels

Tulip

Time Highlights

Cruise WXA: 8 Days from Brussels to Amsterdam

Cruise at-a-Glance

APRIL

Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Nijmegen. Excursion to Arnhem: Choice of biking tour, or guided walk in Nijmegen, or guided tour of Airborne Museum in Arnhem; free time in Nijmegen

Day 3 Maastricht: Choice of guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Namur: Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 5 Liège: Guided tour

Day 6 Antwerp-Brussels: Choice of guided tour in Antwerp, visit the central Grote Markt or bike with your Adventure Host; free time in the evening in Brussels

Day 7 Brussels: Choice of guided tour, see the town hall or attend a chocolate workshop or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Brussels (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Amsterdam to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISE: Garden and Nature Lovers

Cruise at-a-Glance

APRIL–MAY

Day 1 Brussels (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Ghent: Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 3 Bossuit: Visit to Flanders Field Museum in Ypres; visit to the battlefields; Last Post Ceremony at the Menin Gate

Day 4 Middelburg–Veere: Guided tour in Middelburg; bike with your Adventure Host from Middelburg to Veere; guided walking tour of Veere

Day 5 Kinderdijk–Rotterdam: Choice of guided tour in Kinderdijk or bike with your Adventure Host; harbor cruise in Rotterdam; choice of guided tour in Rotterdam or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 6 Zaandam–Haarlem: Free time in Zaandam; choice of guided tour in Haarlem or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 7 Amsterdam: Choice of canal cruise, or biking tour

Day 8 Amsterdam (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Brussels to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISE: Garden and Nature Lovers

Tulip Time Cruise

Cruise WAA: 8 Days from Amsterdam to Amsterdam NEW IN

The Netherlands in Bloom

Cruise WDD:10 Days from Amsterdam to Amsterdam

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Cruise at-a-Glance

MARCH–MAY DEPARTURES

Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Rotterdam: Choice of half- or full-day visit to Keukenhof Gardens or walk with your Adventure Host; harbor cruise in Rotterdam

Day 3 Antwerp: Choice of guided sightseeing or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Ghent: Choice of guided sightseeing, visit St. Baaf’s Cathedral or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 5 Middelburg-Veere: Guided walk in Middelburg; bike with your Adventure Host from Middelburg to Veere; Guided walking tour of Veere

Day 6 Willemstad: Choice of guided walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host; cheese tasting on board

Day 7 Amsterdam: Choice of guided visit to Flower Auction, or canal cruise or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Amsterdam (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Amsterdam to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISES: Beer Enthusiasts, Garden and Nature Lovers

Cruise at-a-Glance

APRIL DEPARTURES

Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Hoorn-Enkhuizen: Walking tour in Hoorn; guided walk of Enkhuizen

Day 3 Enkhuizen: Choice of visit to the famous tulip fields or guided visit to the Zuiderzee Museum

Day 4 Nijmegen. Choice of guided walk in Nijmegen or visit to Hoge Kempen National Park and Research Center Ecotron

Day 5 Maastricht: Guided tour

Day 6 Antwerp: Choice of guided sightseeing or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 7 Willemstad-Kinderdijk-Rotterdam: Guided walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host in Willemstad; cheese tasting on board; choice of guided tour in Kinderdijk or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Rotterdam: Choice of half- or full-day visit to Keukenhof Gardens or guided tour in Rotterdam or Gouda guided tour; harbor cruise in Rotterdam

Day 9 Amsterdam: Canal cruise or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 10 Amsterdam (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

Grand Tulip Cruise of Holland & Belgium

Active & Discovery on the Rhine

Cruise WWA: 8 Days from Basel to Amsterdam

Cruise WHH: 15 Days from Amsterdam to Amsterdam GERMANY

STRASBOURG

Cruise at-a-Glance

MAASTRICHT

APRIL DEPARTURES

Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Nijmegen. Excursion to Arnhem: Choice of biking tour, or guided walking tour in Nijmegen, or guided tour of Airborne Museum in Arnhem; free time in Nijmegen

Day 3 Maastricht: Choice of guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Namur: Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 5 Liège: Guided tour

Day 6 Antwerp-Brussels: Choice of guided tour in Antwerp, visit the central Grote Markt or bike with your Adventure Host; free time in the evening in Brussels

Day 7 Brussels: Choice of guided tour, see the town hall, or attend a chocolate workshop or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Brussels: Day at leisure

Day 9 Ghent: Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 10 Bossuit: Visit to Flanders Field Museum in Ypres; visit to the battlefields; Last Post Ceremony at the Menin Gate

Day 11 Middelburg-Veere: Guided tour in Middelburg; bike with your Adventure Host from Middelburg to Veere; guided walking tour of Veere

Day 12 Kinderdijk-Rotterdam: Choice of guided tour in Kinderdijk or bike with your Adventure Host; harbor cruise in Rotterdam; choice of guided tour in Rotterdam or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 13 Zaandam-Haarlem: Free time in Zaandam; choice of guided tour in Haarlem or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 14 Amsterdam: Choice of canal cruise or biking tour

Day 15 Amsterdam (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Amsterdam to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISE: Garden and Nature Lovers

Cruise at-a-Glance

MAY–OCTOBER DEPARTURES

Reverse Cruise Available: 8 Days from Amsterdam to Basel

Day 1 Basel (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Breisach. Excursion to Black Forest: Choice of excursion to Black Forest, or e-bike tour in the Black Forest or guided tour of Freiburg or visit to a local winery

Day 3 Strasbourg: Choice of guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral or culinary walk, or active walk along the river

Day 4 Mainz. Excursion to Heidelberg: Choice of guided tour of Heidelberg Castle with tasting of local specialties, see the Great Vat, or a hike up Philosophers’ Way, or beer tour; private reception at Rheinstein Castle

Day 5 Rhine Gorge–Koblenz: Cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei; choice of Koblenz walking tour and Ehrenbreitstein Fortress with cable car ride, or Volcano Tour experience, or e-biking tour in the vineyards; classic concert

Day 6 Düsseldorf: Choice of guided city sightseeing, or biking tour, or culinary tour

Day 7 Amsterdam: Choice of painting class, or kayak tour, or canal cruise

Day 8 Amsterdam (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Amsterdam or Lucerne to your cruise

Romantic Rhine

Cruise WAZ: 8 Days from Amsterdam to Basel

HOLLAND

Rhine River

STRASBOURG

GERMANY

Black Forest MAINZ

HEIDELBERG

Cruise at-a-Glance MARCH–DECEMBER DEPARTURES

Reverse Cruise Available: 8 Days from Basel to Amsterdam

Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Amsterdam: Canal cruise

Day 3 Cologne: Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour, or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Rhine Gorge-Rüdesheim: Cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim or hike in the vineyards with your Adventure Host

Day 5 Mainz. Excursion to Heidelberg: Choice of guided walk in Mainz with a visit to the Gutenberg Museum-or a guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat, or walk the Philosophers’ Way with your Adventure Host

Day 6 Strasbourg: Choice of guided sightseeing, visit the La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 7 Breisach: Choice of excursion to Black Forest, or visit to a local winery in Breisach or Freiburg sightseeing

Day 8 Basel (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Amsterdam, Lake Como, Lucerne, or Mount Pilatus to your cruise. You may also combine the reverse cruise with Spectacular Switzerland or The Best of Austria & Switzerland by Globus

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISE: Festive Season, Wine Lovers

Reflections on the Rhine

Cruise WDZ: 10 Days from Amsterdam to Basel

HOLLAND

9

GERMANY

Cruise at-a-Glance APRIL–OCTOBER DEPARTURES

Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Amsterdam: Canal cruise

Day 3 Nijmegen-Arnhem: Choice of biking tour in the Ooijpolder Nature Reserve, or guided walk in Nijmegen, or guided tour of Airborne Museum; guided tour in Arnhem

Day 4 Cologne: Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour, or guided walking tour through the Belgian Quarter, or visit and tasting at the chocolate museum

Day 5 Rhine Gorge-Rüdesheim: Cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum or or take a cable-car ride to the Niederwald Monument in Rüdesheim

Day 6 Frankfurt: guided tour in Frankfurt, or explore by bike with your Adventure Host

Day 7 Speyer. Excursion to Heidelberg: Choice of guided walk in Speyer, or a guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat, or walk the Philosophers’ Way with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Strasbourg: Choice of guided sightseeing, visit the La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 9 Breisach: Choice of excursion to Black Forest or Freiburg sightseeing

Day 10 Basel (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Lucerne to your cruise

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The Best of the Rhine

Cruise WWZ: 5 Days from Frankfurt to Basel

Rhine Gorge STRASBOURG

Rhine River

The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & Castles

Cruise WAR: 8 Days from Amsterdam to Remich BASEL

SWITZERLAND BREISACH

Cruise at-a-Glance MAY–SEPTEMBER DEPARTURES

Day 1 Frankfurt (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Rhine Gorge: Cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei.

Day 3 Strasbourg: Choice of guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Breisach: Choice of excursion to Black Forest or visit to a local winery in Breisach or Freiburg guided tour

Day 5 Basel (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Frankfurt or Lucerne to your cruise

Rhine River

KOBLENZ 7 Moselle River

GERMANY

Rhine Gorge COCHEM

Cruise at-a-Glance MAY–OCTOBER DEPARTURES

Reverse Cruise Available: 8 Days from Remich to Amsterdam

Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Amsterdam: Canal cruise

Day 3 Cologne: Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Rhine Gorge-Rüdesheim-Koblenz: Cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei; in Rüdesheim choice of visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum or cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument; free time in Koblenz in the evening

Day 5 Cochem: Sail through the Moselle Valley; choice of guided walk with visit of Reichsburg Castle or cable-car ride and hike with your Adventure Host or visit to the Historische Senfmühle (mustard mill)

Day 6 Bernkastel: Choice of guided walk in Bernkastel or hike with your Adventure Host to the Castle; wine tasting

Day 7 Remich. Excursion to Luxembourg City: Choice of guided tour in Luxembourg or wine walk or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Remich (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Amsterdam or Paris to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISE: Wine Lovers

Active & Discovery on the Moselle

Cruise WRF: 8 Days from Remich to Frankfurt

The Rhine & Moselle

Cruise WHZ: 11 Days from Amsterdam to Basel

GERMANY AMSTERDAM HOLLAND

LUXEMBOURG 10 REMICH

FRANCE

Cruise at-a-Glance MAY–SEPTEMBER DEPARTURES

Day 1 Remich (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Remich.Excursion to Luxembourg–Trier: Choice of excursion to Luxembourg City or hike in the vineyards, or excursion to Schengen; evening walking tour in Trier

Day 3 Bernkastel: Choice of guided tour in Bernkastel or wine tour or hike to the Castle

Day 4 Cochem: Leisurely cruise; bike tour with your Adventure Host; choice of guided walk, visit Reichsburg Castle or visit to the Historische Senfmühle (mustard mill) or cable car and hike

Day 5 Koblenz: Choice of Koblenz walking tour, or beer tour or guided hike

Day 6 Rüdesheim–Eltville: Choice of visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, or wine tasting or cable car ride

Day 7 Frankfurt: Choice of Frankfurt sightseeing, or bike tour, or organic farm visit, or guided tour in Bad Nauheim

Day 8 Frankfurt (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Paris to your cruise

COLOGNE

Rhine River

KOBLENZ

COCHEM

BERNKASTEL

TRIER

SPEYER

Moselle River

Alsace

Rhine Gorge

RÜDESHEIM

LUDWIGSHAFEN

HEIDELBERG

BREISACH

Black Forest

SWITZERLAND

Cruise at-a-Glance MAY–OCTOBER

Reverse Cruise Available: 11 Days from Basel to Amsterdam

Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Amsterdam: Canal cruise

Day 3 Cologne: Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour, or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Cochem: Choice of guided walk, visit Reichsburg Castle or visit to Bundesbank bunker or bike tour with your Adventure Host

Day 5 Trier-Remich: Choice of guided tour in Trier or ‘Roman Trier,’ see the Porta Nigra or hike with your Adventure Host; free time in Remich in the evening

Day 6 Bernkastel: Guided walk or hike with your Adventure Host

Day 7 Koblenz-Rhine Gorge-Rüdesheim: Choice of guided tour or visit to Sayn Manor House or bike tour with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Rhine Gorge; free time in Rüdesheim

Day 8 Ludwigshafen-Speyer. Excursion to Heidelberg: Choice of guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat, or visit Schwetzingen Castle or walk the Philosophers’ Way with your Adventure Host; free time in Speyer

Day 9 Strasbourg: Choice of guided tour, visit La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral or bike tour with your Adventure Host

Day 10 Breisach: Choice of excursion to Black Forest or visit to a local winery in Breisach or Freiburg guided tour

Day 11 Basel (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Amsterdam or Lucerne to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISE: Wine Lovers

Active & Discovery on the Danube

Cruise WLB: 8 Days from Vilshofen to Budapest

A Taste of the Danube

Cruise WBV: 4 Days from Budapest to Vienna

Cruise at-a-Glance

Reverse Cruise Available: 8 Days from Budapest to Vilshofen

Day 1 Vilshofen (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Engelhartszell-Schlögener Oxbow-Linz: Choice of visit to the Jochenstein power station or visit to Engelszell Abbey; choice of guided hike along the Danube trails or scenic cruising around the Schlögen Oxbow

Day 3 Mauthausen-Grein: In Mauthausen, choice of visit to St. Florian Monastery, or guided tour of Mauthausen Memorial, or guided bike tour; guided tour in Grein, visit the historical theater and Clam Castle to meet its owner the Count

Day 4 Spitz-Vienna: Choice of canoe tour, bike tour from Spitz to Krems, Wine World Experience with tasting, or regional products showcase

Day 5 Vienna: Choice of bike tour, or insider’s tour of Vienna, or guided tour, visit to Belvedere Palace

Day 6 Vienna: Choice of early risers guided tour, with breakfast at a Viennese café, or guided tour, see the Habsburg private art collection and the Italian and Dutch Masters Gallery, or guided tour, see Habsburg private art collection and the Military Museum

Day 7 Visegrád-Budapest: In Visegrád, choice of medieval knights tournament, or guided hike in Danube-Ipoly National Park, or canoe tour

Day 8 Budapest (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Budapest or Prague to your cruise

Cruise at-a-Glance

Reverse Cruise Available: 4 Days from Vienna to Budapest

Day 1 Budapest (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Bratislava: Choice of a guided sightseeing, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral; or hike to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure Host

Day 3 Melk-Wachau Valley-Dürnstein: Choice of guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or bike with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; free time in Dürnstein

Day 4 Vienna (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Budapest or Vienna to your cruise

Danube Symphony

Cruise WPB: 6 Days from Vilshofen to Budapest

Danube Dreams

Cruise WDB: 8 Days from Vilshofen to Budapest

Cruise at-a-Glance

Reverse Cruise Available: 6 Days from Budapest to Vilshofen

Day 1 Vilshofen (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Linz: Choice of Linz sightseeing or visit to St. Florian Monastery or hike to Mont Postlingberg

Day 3 Ybbs–Wachau Valley–Krems: Choice of guided tour in Ybbs with Artstetten Castle visit or bike with your Adventure Host; scenic cruising through the Wachau Valley; choice of guided tour in Krems or Wine World Experience with tasting or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Vienna: Choice of guided sightseeing or Künsthinstoriches Museum visit or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 5 Bratislava: Choice of a guided sightseeing, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral or a hike to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure Host

Day 6 Budapest (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Budapest or Munich to your cruise

Cruise at-a-Glance

Reverse Cruise Available: 8 Days from Budapest to Vilshofen

Day 1 Vilshofen (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Passau: Choice of guided walk or hike with your Adventure Host; Schlögen Oxbow scenic cruising

Day 3 Linz: Guided sightseeing, see Hauptplatz and the Trinity Column

Day 4 Ybbs. Excursion to Melk-Wachau Valley-Dürnstein: Choice of guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or guided tour in Ybbs with Artstetten Castle visit; cruise through the Wachau Valley or biking with your Adventure Host; choice of guided walk or hike up to the castle ruins in Dürnstein

Day 5 Vienna: Choice of guided sightseeing or Künsthinstoriches Museum visit or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 6 Bratislava: Choice of guided sightseeing in Bratislava, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral or hike to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure Host

Day 7 Budapest: Scenic cruising into Budapest; choice of guided tour, see Heroes’ Square or hike with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Budapest (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Prague to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISES: Culinary Experience, Music Lovers, Wine Lovers

BUDAPEST

Danube River

VIENNA

LINZ BRATISLAVA

SLOVAKIA HUNGARY

AUSTRIA KREMS

Wachau Valley YBBS

5 MAUTHAUSEN

VILSHOFEN

GERMANY

BUDAPEST

Danube River

VIENNA

LINZ PASSAU

BRATISLAVA

SLOVAKIA HUNGARY

AUSTRIA

VILSHOFEN

DÜRNSTEIN

Wachau Valley

7 YBBS MELK

GERMANY

Illuminations of the Danube

Cruise WKB: 10 Days from Vilshofen to Budapest

The Legendary Danube

Cruise WNB: 8 Days from Nuremberg to Budapest

Cruise at-a-Glance APRIL–OCTOBER DEPARTURES

Day 1 Vilshofen (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Passau-Linz: Choice of guided walk or hike with your Adventure Host; Schlögen Oxbow scenic cruising

Day 3 Linz: Guided sightseeing, see Hauptplatz and the Trinity Column

Day 4 Melk-Wachau Valley-Krems: Guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or walk with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; guided tour in Krems

Day 5 Vienna: Choice of bike tour, or Insider’s tour of Vienna, or guided tour, visit to Belvedere Palace

Day 6 Vienna: Choice of early risers walking tour with breakfast at a Viennese café, or guided tour, see Habsburg private art collection and the Italian or Dutch masters works, or guided tour, see Habsburg private art collection and the Military Museum

Day 7 Bratislava: Choice of guided sightseeing in Bratislava, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral or hike to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Esztergom-Visegrád-Budapest: Choice of visit of the ancient Esztergom Basilica with Palinka tasting or e-bike tour; choice of medieval knights tournament, or guided hike in the Danube-Ipoly National Park, or canoe tour in Visegrád; scenic cruising into Budapest

Day 9 Budapest: choice of guided tour, see Heroes’ Square or hike with your Adventure Host

Day 10 Budapest (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning OPTION: Add Prague to your cruise

Cruise at-a-Glance

Day 1 Nuremberg (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Nuremberg: Choice of biking in Nuremberg with your Adventure Host or guided tour in Nuremberg, or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; onboard lecture

Day 3 Regensburg: Guided walk, see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria

Day 4 Passau-Linz: Guided walk in Passau; free time in Linz

Day 5 Melk-Wachau Valley-Vienna: Guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk, or hike with your Adventure Host; scenic cruising through the Wachau Valley; free time in Vienna

Day 6 Vienna: Choice of guided sightseeing or Künsthinstoriches Museum visit or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 7 Budapest: Choice of guided tour, see Heroes’ Square or hike with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Budapest (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Prague to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISE: Festive Season

The Blue Danube Discovery

Cruise WBN: 8 Days from Budapest to Nuremberg

Active & Discovery on The Lower Danube

Cruise WOKY: 8 Days from Bucharest to Belgrade

Cruise at-a-Glance JUNE–DECEMBER DEPARTURES

Day 1 Budapest (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Vienna: Scenic sailing, pass through Bratislava; free time in Vienna in the evening

Day 3 Vienna: Choice of guided sightseeing or Künsthinstoriches Museum visit or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Dürnstein-Wachau Valley-Melk: In Dürnstein guided tour; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley or biking with your Adventure Host; choice of guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk; onboard wine tasting

Day 5 Passau: Guided walk

Day 6 Regensburg: Choice of guided walk, see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 7 Roth. Excursion to Nuremberg: Onboard lecture; choice of guided sightseeing in Roth, or hike with your Adventure Host or guided tour in Nuremberg, or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour

Day 8 Nuremberg (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Budapest or Prague to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISE: Festive Season

Cruise at-a-Glance JUNE–AUGUST DEPARTURES

Day 1 Bucharest: Welcome to Bucharest

Day 2 Bucharest–Oltenita (Embarkation): Choice of guided sightseeing in Bucharest or walk the Urban Delta or food tour; onboard welcome reception

Day 3 Nikopol. Excursion to Veliko Târnovo and Arbanassi: Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet’s Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and to the Ethnographical Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi or hike the Kroushuna Waterfalls

Day 4 Vidin. Excursion to Belogradchik: Choice of guided tour in Vidin, visit Baba Vida Fortress or wine tasting or hiking in Belogradchik

Day 5 Iron Gates–Donji Milanovac–Golubač: Scenic cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge; choice of visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site or Donji Milanovac off the beaten path tour or Djerdap National park hike; visit to Golubač fortress

Day 6 Novi Sad–Ilok: Choice of Novi Sad guided tour or walk up to the Petrovaradin Fortress or wine tour; choice of Ilok guided tour or biking tour or beer tour

Day 7 Belgrade: Choice of guided tour or bike tour or meet the locals; on board lecture

Day 8 Belgrade: Your vacation ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Transylvania to your cruise.

Active & Discovery on the Danube from Serbia to Romania

Cruise WKOY: 8 Days from Belgrade to Bucharest

Balkan Discovery

Cruise WBOB: 9 Days from Budapest to Bucharest

Cruise at-a-Glance JUNE–SEPTEMBER DEPARTURES

Day 1 Belgrade (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Belgrade: Choice of guided tour or bike tour or meet the locals; on board lecture

Day 3 Golubač–Donji Milanovac–Iron Gates: Visit to Golubač fortress; choice of visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site or Donji Milanovac off the beaten path tour or Djerdap National park hike; scenic cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge

Day 4 Vidin. Excursion to Belogradchik: Choice of guided tour in Vidin, visit Baba Vida Fortress or wine tasting or hiking in Belogradchik

Day 5 Rousse–Excursion to Veliko Târnovo and Arbanassi: Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet’s Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and to the Ethnographical Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, or a guided sightseeing in Rousse, or Ivanovo Rock Church hike

Day 6 Cernavoda. Excursion to Constanta: Choice of guided sightseeing, visit the National History and Archaeological Museum or wine tasting or hike with wine tasting

Day 7 Oltenita (Disembarkation)–Bucharest: Choice of guided sightseeing in Bucharest or bike tour or food tour

Day 8 Bucharest: Your vacation ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Transylvania to your cruise.

Cruise at-a-Glance APRIL–OCTOBER DEPARTURES

Day 1 Budapest (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Mohács. Excursion to Pécs: Choice of guided tour in Pécs, visit the underground tombs, or sightseeing in Mohács, visit St. Nicolas water-mill or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 3 Ilok-Novi Sad: Ilok guided tour; choice of Novi Sad guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Belgrade: Choice of guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host; on board lecture

Day 5 Golubač-Donji Milanovac-Iron Gates: Choice of visit to Golubač fortress or visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site; scenic cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge

Day 6 Vidin. Excursion to Belogradchik: Choice of guided tour to Baba Vida Fortress and Belogradchik, see the rock formations or visit a local winery with wine tasting or biking in Vidin with your Adventure Host

Day 7 Rousse-Excursion to Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi: Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet’s Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and to the Ethnographical Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, or a guided sightseeing in Rousse, or biking in Rousse with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Oltenita (Disembarkation)-Bucharest: Guided sightseeing in Bucharest

Day 9 Bucharest: Your vacation ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Budapest or Transylvania to your cruise

The Danube from the Romania to Budapest

Cruise WOBB: 11 Days from Bucharest to Budapest

Active & Discovery on the Seine

Cruise WPHP: 9 Days from Paris to Paris

Cruise at-a-Glance APRIL–OCTOBER DEPARTURES

Day 1 Bucharest: Welcome to Bucharest

Day 2 Bucharest–Oltenita (Embarkation): Guided sightseeing in Bucharest; onboard welcome reception

Day 3 Cernavoda. Excursion to Constanta: Guided sightseeing, visit the National History and Archaeological Museum in Constanta; wine tasting

Day 4 Rousse. Excursion to Veliko Târnovo & Arbanassi: Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet’s Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and to the Ethnographic Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, or guided sightseeing in Rousse, or biking in Rousse with your Adventure Host

Day 5 Vidin–Belogradchik: Choice of guided sightseeing to Vidin’s fortress, see the rock formations in Belogradchik or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 6 Iron Gates–Donji Milanovac–Golubač: Scenic cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge; choice of visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site or walk with your Adventure Host; visit to Golubač fortress

Day 7 Belgrade: Choice of guided sightseeing or walk with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture

Day 8 Novi Sad: Choice of Novi Sad guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host; choice of honey and wine tasting or hike to the Petrovaradin Fortress

Day 9 Ilok-Vukovar: Ilok guided tour with wine tasting; Vukovar guided tour

Day 10 Mohács. Excursion to Pécs: Choice of guided tour and organ concert in Pécs or sightseeing in Mohács, visit St. Nicolas watermill

Day 11 Budapest (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Budapest or Transylvania to your cruise

Cruise at-a-Glance MAY–OCTOBER DEPARTURES

Reverse Cruise Available: 9 Days from Paris to Paris

Day 1 Paris (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Paris: Choice of guided sightseeing or food tour or guided bike tour

Day 3 Conflans: Choice of excursion to Auvers-sur-Oise, or excursion to Napoleon and Josephine’s Château de Malmaison, or demonstration of crem chantilly in the Château Chantilly, or guided Maisons-Laffite e-biking tour

Day 4 Vernon–Les Andelys: In Vernon choice of excursions to Giverny, or walking tour, or guided kayak tour; onboard crêpes and pastry demonstration; in Les Andelys choice of guided tour, or hike to Château Gaillard or excursion to Lyonsla-Forêt

Day 5 Rouen: Choice of guided tour, see the Astronomical Clock and visit to the cathedral; time at leisure

Day 6 Caudebec. Excursions to Normandy: Choice of full day excursions to Normandy landing beaches or “A Day in Normandy” excursion

Day 7 Le Havre: Choice of Le Havre sightseeing, or visit to the Palais Bénédictine in Fécamp or guided bike tour

Day 8 Le Havre (Disembarkation)–Paris: Transfer to Paris; time at leisure

Day 9 Paris: Your vacation ends this morning

OPTION: Add Saint-Malo, with visit to Mont St. Michel to your cruise

Active & Discovery on the Rhône

Cruise WLY: 8 Days from Arles to Lyon

Bonjour Bordeaux: Châteaux, Wineries & Charming Villages

Cruise WXX: 8 Days from Bordeaux to Bordeaux

TOURNON TAIN L’HERMITAGE

VIVIERS

Rhône River LYON

FRANCE 7

AVIGNON

Camargue Provence ARLES

PORT-SAINT-LOUIS

Cruise at-a-Glance

MAY–AUGUST DEPARTURES

Reverse Cruise Available: 8 Days from Lyon to Arles

Day 1 Arles (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Port-Saint-Louis: Choice of excursion to a local oyster farm with tasting, or visit a bull ranch, or bike tour through the Camargue Regional Natural Park

Day 3 Arles: Choice of guided tour in Arles, meet a local bullfighter, or guided hike through the Hell Valley and visit Carrière de Lumières, or painting workshop

Day 4 Avignon: Choice of guided tour in Avignon, or guided e-bike tour, or Provencal farmhouse experience

Day 5 Viviers: Choice of guided kayak trip down the Gorges de l’Ardèche, or guided hike in the Natural Reserve of Cirque d’Estre, or guided speleological excursion with wine tasting in the caves; evening guided tour of Viviers

Day 6 Tain l’Hermitage/Tournon-Lyon: Choice of rail-bike tour, or guided hike in the vineyards, or guided tour of Tournon, or visit the Valrhona factory and museum; onboard cooking demonstration

Day 7 Lyon: Choice of culinary tour, or guided urban hike, or cooking class

Day 8 Lyon (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Paris to your cruise

CUSSAC FORT MÉDOC BLAYE

BOURG

Garonne River Dordogne River

LIBOURNE

SAINT-ÉMILION

BORDEAUX

FRANCE 7

CADILLAC-SUR-GARONNE

Cruise at-a-Glance

MARCH-NOVEMBER DEPARTURES

Day 1 Bordeaux (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Cadillac-sur-Garonne: Choice of guided visit to Château de la Brède or Sauternes tasting in a local Château

Day 3 Cussac Fort Médoc: Choice of wine tasting in a Médoc-area Château or e-bike guided tour in the vineyards

Day 4 Blaye-Bourg: Choice of Panoramic drive with visit to the Citadel of Blaye or art and wine experience; free time in Bourg

Day 5 Libourne-Bordeaux: Visit to Saint-Émilion village

Day 6 Bordeaux: Guided walking tour

Day 7 Bordeaux: Choice of guided visit to Arcachon with oysters-and-wine tasting or biking with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Bordeaux (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

Burgundy

Paris to Normandy

Cruise WPP: 8 Days from Paris to Paris

Burgundy & Provence

Cruise WJL: 8 Days from Chalon-sur-Saône to Arles

CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE

Rhône River

Cruise at-a-Glance APRIL–NOVEMBER DEPARTURES

Day 1 Paris (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Vernon-Les Andelys: Choice of excursions to Giverny or Bizy Castle or walk with your Adventure Host; choice of guided walk or guided hike in Les Andelys; onboard crêpe tasting and Pastry Demonstration

Day 3 Caudebec: Choice of excursion along the “Normandy Abbeys Route” or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Caudebec: Choice of full-day excursions to Normandy landing beaches or ‘A Taste of Normandy’ excursion

Day 5 Rouen: Choice of guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit the cathedral or bike tour

Day 6 Conflans: Choice of excursions to Auvers-sur-Oise or Napoleon and Josephine’s Château de Malmaison or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 7 Paris: Choice of guided sightseeing or historic sights on ‘Heart of Paris’ walking tour or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Paris (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add London to your cruise. You may also combine this cruise with Britain Sampler by Globus

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISES: WWII Remembrance and History, 80th Anniversary of D-Day WWII Remembrance & History Cruise

In 2024, due the Olympics and Paralympic games some venues and areas might be closed or not accessible to groups, therefore the program might be subject to change

Cruise at-a-Glance APRIL–NOVEMBER DEPARTURES

Reverse Cruise Available: 8 Days from Arles to Chalon-sur-Saône

Day 1 Chalon-sur-Saône (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Tournus: Guided walk in Tournus; onboard cheese tasting

Day 3 Lyon: Choice of guided sightseeing; with picture stop on Fourvière Hill or bike with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture

Day 4 Lyon: Culinary tour

Day 5 Tournon-Viviers: Guided walk in Tournon; guided walk in Viviers, visit the Old Town and the cathedral

Day 6 Avignon: Guided sightseeing, visit to the Palace of the Popes

Day 7 Arles: Choice of guided sightseeing in Arles, visit the Roman Amphitheater, or painting workshop or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Arles (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning.

OPTIONS: Add Nice or Paris to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISES: Culinary Experience, Photography Enthusiasts, Jazz Lovers, Wine Lovers

Seine River

NORMANDY

CAUDEBEC

Grand France

Cruise WPL: 15 Days from Paris to Arles

French Masterpiece: Paris, Normandy & Bordeaux

Cruise WPX: 15 Days from Paris to Bordeaux Saône

CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE

Cruise at-a-Glance APRIL–NOVEMBER DEPARTURES

Reverse Cruise Available: 15 Days from Arles to Paris

Day 1 Paris (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Vernon–Les Andelys: Choice of excursions to Giverny or Bizy Castle or walk with your Adventure Host; choice of guided walk or guided hike in Les Andelys; onboard crêpe tasting and Pastry Demonstration

Day 3 Caudebec: Choice of excursion along the “Normandy Abbeys Route” or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Caudebec: Choice of full-day excursions to Normandy landing beaches or ‘A Taste of Normandy’ excursion

Day 5 Rouen: Choice of guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit the cathedral or bike tour

Day 6 Conflans: Choice of excursion to Auvers-sur-Oise or excursion to Napoleon and Josephine’s Château de Malmaison or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 7 Paris: Choice of guided sightseeing or historic sights of the ‘Heart of Paris’ walking tour or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Paris (Disembarkation)–Dijon–Beaune–Chalon-sur-Saône (Embarkation): High-speed train from Paris to Dijon; motorcoach transfer to Beaune and visit to the Hôtel-Dieu; welcome reception

Itineraries

Day 9 Tournus: Guided walk in Tournus; onboard cheese tasting

Day 10 Lyon: Choice of guided sightseeing with picture stop on Fourvière Hill or bike with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture

Day 11 Lyon: Culinary tour

Day 12 Tournon–Viviers: Guided walk in Tournon; guided walk in Viviers, visit the Old Town and the cathedral

Day 13 Avignon: Guided sightseeing, visit to the Palace of the Popes

Day 14 Arles: Choice of guided sightseeing in Arles, visit the Roman Amphitheatre, or painting workshop or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 15 Arles (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add London or Nice to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISES:

Culinary Experience, Jazz Lovers, Photography Enthusiasts, Wine Lovers, WWII Remembrance and History, 80th Anniversary of D-Day WWII Remembrance & History Cruise

In 2024, due the Olympics and Paralympic games some venues and areas might be closed or not accessible to groups, therefore the program might be subject to change

Cruise at-a-Glance APRIL-OCTOBER DEPARTURES

Day 1 Paris (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Vernon–Les Andelys: Choice of excursions to Giverny or Bizy Castle or walk with your Adventure Host; choice of guided walk or guided hike in Les Andelys; onboard crêpe tasting and Pastry Demonstration

Day 3 Caudebec: Choice of excursion along the “Normandy Abbeys Route” or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Caudebec: Choice of full-day excursions to Normandy landing beaches or ‘A Taste of Normandy’ excursion

Day 5 Rouen: Choice of guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit the cathedral or bike tour

Day 6 Conflans: Choice of excursion to Auvers-sur-Oise or excursion to Napoleon and Josephine’s Château de Malmaison or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 7 Paris: Choice of guided sightseeing or historic sights of the ‘Heart of Paris’ walking tour or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Paris (Disembarkation)–Bordeaux (Embarkation): Transfer to Bordeaux via high-speed train; onboard welcome reception

Day 9 Cadillac-sur-Garonne: Choice of guided visit to Château de la Brède or Sauternes tasting in a local Château

Day 10 Cussac Fort Médoc: Choice of wine tasting in a Médoc-area Château or e-bike guided tour in the vineyards

Day 11 Blaye-Bourg: Choice of Panoramic drive with visit to the Citadel of Blaye or art and wine experience; free time in Bourg

Day 12 Libourne-Bordeaux: Visit to Saint-Émilion village

Day 13 Bordeaux: Guided walking tour

Day 14 Bordeaux: Choice of guided visit to Arcachon with oysters-and-wine tasting or biking with your Adventure Host

Day 15 Bordeaux (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

Cruise WLX: 22 Days from Arles to

Rhine

Cruise WAL: 15 Days from Amsterdam to Arles

Cruise at-a-Glance APRIL-SEPTEMBER DEPARTURES

Day 1 Arles (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Arles: Choice of guided sightseeing, visit the Roman Amphitheatre, or painting workshop, or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 3 Avignon: Guided sightseeing, visit the Palace of the Popes

Day 4 Viviers: Guided walk, visit Old Town and the cathedral or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 5 Tain l’Hermitage: Choice of guided walk in Tournon or hike with your Adventure Host

Day 6 Lyon: Guided sightseeing, picture stop on Fourvière Hill

Day 7 Tournus–Chalon-sur-Saône: Chardonnay excursion with tasting; Cheese tasting on board

Day 8 Chalon-sur-Saône (Disembarkation)–Beaune–Dijon–Paris (Embarkation): Visit the Hôtel-Dieu in Beaune; TGV train from Dijon to Paris; onboard welcome reception

Day 9 Vernon–Les Andelys: Choice of excursions to Giverny or Bizy Castle or walk with your Adventure Host; choice of guided walk, or guided hike in Les Andelys; crêpes tasting on board and Pastry Demonstration

Day 10 Caudebec: Choice of excursion along the “Normandy Abbeys Route” or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 11 Caudebec: Choice of full-day excursions to Normandy landing beaches, or “A Taste of Normandy” excursion

Day 12 Rouen: Choice of guided walk, see the Astronomical Clock and visit the cathedral or bike tour

Day 13 Conflans–Paris: Choice of guided excursions to Auvers-sur-Oise or Napoleon and Josephine’s Château de Malmaison or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 14 Paris: Choice of guided sightseeing or “Heart of Paris” walking tour or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 15 Paris (Disembarkation)–Bordeaux (Embarkation): Transfer to Bordeaux via highspeed train; onboard welcome reception

Day 16 Cadillac-sur-Garonne: Choice of guided visit to Château de la Brède or Sauternes tasting in a local Château

Day 17 Cussac Fort Médoc: Choice of wine tasting in a Médoc-area Château or e-bike guided tour in the vineyards

Day 18 Blaye-Bourg: Choice of Panoramic drive with visit to the Citadel of Blaye or art and wine experience; free time in Bourg

Day 19 Libourne-Bordeaux: Visit to SaintÉmilion village

Day 20 Bordeaux: Guided walking tour

Day 21 Bordeaux: Choice of guided visit to Arcachon with oysters-and-wine tasting or biking with your Adventure Host

Day 22 Bordeaux (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Nice to your cruise

Cruise at-a-Glance APRIL–OCTOBER DEPARTURES

Reverse Cruise Available: 15 Days from Arles to Amsterdam

Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Amsterdam: Canal cruise

Day 3 Cologne: Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour, or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Rhine Gorge-Rüdesheim: Cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim or hike in the vineyards with your Adventure Host

Day 5 Mainz. Excursion to Heidelberg: Choice of guided walk in Mainz with a visit to the Gutenberg Museum, or a guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat or walk the Philosophers’ Way with your Adventure Host

Day 6 Strasbourg: Choice of guided sightseeing, visit the La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 7 Breisach: Choice of excursion to Black Forest, or visit to a local winery in Breisach, or Freiburg sightseeing

Day 8 Basel (Disembarkation)-BeauneChalon-sur Saône (Embarkation): Transfer to Beaune, visit Hôtel-Dieu; onboard welcome reception

Day 9 Tournus: Guided walk in Tournus; on board cheese tasting

Day 10 Lyon: Choice of guided sightseeing with picture stop on Fourvière Hill or bike with your Adventure Host; on board lecture

Day 11 Lyon: Culinary tour

Day 12 Tournon-Viviers: Guided walk in Tournon; guided walk in Viviers, visit the Old Town and the cathedral

Day 13 Avignon: Guided sightseeing, visit to the Palace of the Popes

Day 14 Arles: Choice of guided sightseeing in Arles, visit the Roman Amphitheater, or painting workshop or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 15 Arles (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Amsterdam or Nice to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISES: Culinary Experience, Jazz Lovers, Wine Lovers

German Grandeur

Cruise WZN: 9 Days from Basel to Nuremberg

Magnificent Europe

Cruise WAB: 15 Days from Amsterdam to Budapest

Cruise at-a-Glance MAY–OCTOBER DEPARTURES

Reverse Cruise Available: 9 Days from Nuremberg to Basel

Day 1 Basel (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Breisach: Choice of excursion to Black Forest or visit to a local winery in Breisach or Freiburg sightseeing or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 3 Strasbourg: Choice of guided tour, visit to La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Rüdesheim-Rhine GorgeBoppard: Choice of visit to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, or cable-car ride to the Niederwald Monument in Rüdesheim, or a hike in the vineyards with your Adventure Host; scenic cruising through the Rhine Gorge; time at leisure in Boppard

Day 5 Frankfurt: In Frankfurt choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host or guided tour in Seligenstadt

Day 6 Main River Village: Guided walking tour

Day 7 Würzburg: Choice of guided tour, visit to the Bishop’s Residenz or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Bamberg: Choice of guided tour, see the Old Town Hall or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 9 Nuremberg (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Munich to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISE: Beer Enthusiasts

Cruise at-a-Glance MAY–OCTOBER DEPARTURES

Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Amsterdam: Canal cruise

Day 3 Cologne: Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Rhine Gorge-Rüdesheim: Scenic cruise through the Rhine Gorge; choice of visit to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum or cablecar ride to the Niederwald Monument in Rüdesheim

Day 5 Miltenberg: Guided walk

Day 6 Würzburg: Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residence

Day 7 Volkach: Choice of walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Bamberg: Choice of guided tour, see the Old Town Hall or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 9 Roth. Excursion to Nuremberg: Choice of guided tour in Roth, or guided tour in Nuremberg, or hike with your Adventure Host, or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; onboard lecture

Day 10 Regensburg: Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 11 Passau-Linz: Guided tour in Passau; free time in Linz

Day 12 Melk-Wachau Valley-Vienna: Guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or hike with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; free time in Vienna

Day 13 Vienna: Choice of guided tour or Künsthistorisches Museum visit or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 14 Budapest: Scenic cruising into Budapest; choice of guided tour, see Heroes’ Square or hike with your Adventure Host

Day 15 Budapest (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Amsterdam or Prague to your cruise Itineraries

Enchanted Europe

Cruise WBZ: 16 Days from Budapest to Basel

Magnificent Rivers of Europe

Cruise WBA: 16 Days from Budapest to Amsterdam

Cruise at-a-Glance JULY–OCTOBER DEPARTURES

Reverse Cruise Available: 16 Days from Basel to Budapest

Day 1 Budapest (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Vienna: Scenic sailing, pass through Bratislava; free time in Vienna in the evening

Day 3 Vienna: Choice of guided sightseeing or Künsthistorisches Museum visit, or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Dürnstein-Wachau Valley-Melk: Dürnstein guided tour; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley, or biking with your Adventure Host; guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk; onboard wine tasting

Day 5 Passau: Guided walk

Day 6 Regensburg: Choice of guided walk, see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 7 Roth. Excursion to Nuremberg: On board lecture; choice of guided sightseeing in Roth or hike with your Adventure Host or guided tour in Nuremberg or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour

Day 8 Nuremberg. Excursion to Munich: Full-day guided tour in Munich

Day 9 Bamberg: Choice of guided tour, see the Old Town Hall or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 10 Würzburg: Choice of guided tour, visit to the Bishop’s Residenz or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 11 Miltenberg: Guided tour

Day 12 Frankfurt: Choice of guided tour in Frankfurt or guided tour in Seligenstadt or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 13 Boppard-Rhine Gorge-Rüdesheim: Cruise through the Rhine Gorge; choice of visit to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim or hike with your Adventure Host

Day 14 Strasbourg: Guided tour, visit to La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral

Day 15 Breisach. Excursion to Black Forest: Choice of excursion to Black Forest or visit to a local winery in Breisach or Freiburg sightseeing or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 16 Basel (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Budapest to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISE: Beer Enthusiasts

Cruise at-a-Glance

Day 1 Budapest (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Budapest: Choice of guided tour, see Heroes’ Square or hike with your Adventure Host

Day 3 Bratislava: Choice of guided tour, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral or up hike to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Vienna: Choice of guided tour or Künsthistorisches Museum visit or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 5 Dürnstein-Wachau Valley-Melk: Choice of guided tour or hike up to the castle ruins in Dürnstein; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; choice of guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or hike with your Adventure Host; on board wine tasting

Day 6 Passau: Guided tour

Day 7 Regensburg: Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Roth. Excursion to Nuremberg: On board lecture; choice of guided sightseeing of Roth, or guided sightseeing in Nuremberg, or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour

Day 9 Bamberg: Choice of guided walk, see the Old Town Hall or bike with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture

MAY–OCTOBER DEPARTURES

Day 10 Volkach-Kitzingen: Choice of walking tour in Volkach or bike with your Adventure Host; free time in Kitzingen

Day 11 Würzburg: Choice of guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 12 Miltenberg: Guided walk

Day 13 Rüdesheim-Rhine Gorge: Choice of visit to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum or cable-car ride to the Niederwald Monument in Rüdesheim or hike the vineyards with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Rhine Gorge; classic concert

Day 14 Cologne: Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 15 Amsterdam: Choice of canal cruise or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 16 Amsterdam (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Prague to your cruise

The Danube from Germany to Romania

Cruise WDOO: 16 Days from Vilshofen to Bucharest

The Danube from Romania to Germany

Cruise WODO: 18 Days from Bucharest to Vilshofen

Cruise at-a-Glance APRIL–SEPTEMBER DEPARTURES

Day 1 Vilshofen (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Passau: Choice of guided walk or hike with your Adventure Host; Schlögen Oxbow scenic cruising

Day 3 Linz: Guided sightseeing, see Hauptplatz and the Trinity Column

Day 4 Ybbs. Excursion to Melk-Wachau Valley-Dürnstein: Choice of guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or guided tour in Ybbs with Artstetten Castle visit; cruise through the Wachau Valley or biking with your Adventure Host; choice of guided walk or hike up to the castle ruins in Dürnstein

Day 5 Vienna: Choice of guided sightseeing or Künsthistorisches Museum visit or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 6 Bratislava: Choice of guided sightseeing in Bratislava, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral or hike to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure Host

Day 7 Budapest: Scenic cruising into Budapest; choice of guided tour, see Heroes’ Square or hike with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Budapest: Free time

Day 9 Mohács. Excursion to Pécs: Choice of guided tour in Pécs, visit the underground tombs, or sightseeing in Mohács, visit St. Nicolas watermill or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 10 Ilok-Novi sad: Ilok guided tour; choice of Novi Sad guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 11 Belgrade: Choice of guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture

Day 12 Golubač-Donji Milanovac-Iron Gates: Choice of visit to Golubač fortress or Lepenski Vir archaeological site; scenic cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge

Day 13 Vidin. Excursion to Belogradchik: Choice of guided tour to Baba Vida Fortress and Belogradchik, see the rock formations or visit a local winery with tasting or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 14 Rousse-Excursion to Veliko Târnovo and Arbanassi: Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet’s Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and to the Ethnographical Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, or a guided sightseeing in Rousse, or bike in Rousse with your Adventure Host

Day 15 Oltenita (Disembarkation)Bucharest: Guided sightseeing in Bucharest

Day 16 Bucharest: Your vacation ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Prague or Transylvania to your cruise

Cruise at-a-Glance MAY–OCTOBER DEPARTURES

Day 1 Bucharest: Welcome to Bucharest

Day 2 Bucharest–Oltenita (Embarkation): Guided sightseeing in Bucharest; onboard welcome reception

Day 3 Cernavoda. Excursion to Constanta: Guided sightseeing, visit the National History and Archaeological Museum in Constanta; wine tasting

Day 4 Rousse. Excursion to Veliko Târnovo & Arbanassi: Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet’s Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and to the Ethnographic Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, or guided sightseeing in Rousse, or biking with your Adventure Host

Day 5 Vidin–Belogradchik: Choice of guided sightseeing to Vidin’s fortress and see the rock formations in Belogradchik or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 6 Iron Gates–Donji Milanovac–Golubač: Cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge; choice of visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site or bike with your Adventure Host; visit to Golubač fortress

Day 7 Belgrade: Choice of guided sightseeing or walk with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture

Day 8 Novi Sad: Choice of Novi Sad guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host; choice of honey and wine tasting or hike to the Petrovaradin Fortress

Day 9 Ilok-Vukovar: Ilok guided tour with wine tasting; Vukovar guided tour

Day 10 Mohács. Excursion to Pécs: Choice of guided tour and organ concert in Pécs or sightseeing in Mohács, visit St. Nicolas watermill

Day 11 Budapest: Choice of guided tour, see Heroes’ Square or hike with your Adventure Host

Day 12 Budapest: Day at leisure

Day 13 Bratislava: Choice of guided sightseeing in Bratislava, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral or hike up to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure Host

Day 14 Vienna: Choice of guided sightseeing or Künsthistorisches Museum visit or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 15 Dürnstein–Wachau Valley–Ybbs. Excursion to Melk: Choice of guided walk or hike up to the castle ruins in Dürnstein; cruise through the Wachau Valley or bike along the river with your Adventure Host; choice of guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk, Ybbs city sightseeing with Artstetten Castle visit

Day 16 Linz: Guided sightseeing, see Hauptplatz and the Trinity Column

Day 17 Passau: Schlögen Oxbow scenic cruising; choice of guided tour or hike with your Adventure Host

Day 18 Vilshofen (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Prague or Transylvania to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISES: Wine Lovers

Iconic Rivers of Europe–the Rhine, Main & Danube

Cruise WAOB: 23 Days from Amsterdam to Bucharest

From Romania to the North Sea

Cruise WOAB: 26 Days from Bucharest to Amsterdam

Cruise at-a-Glance

Day 1 Amsterdam (Embarkation):

Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Amsterdam: Canal cruise

Day 3 Cologne: Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour, or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Rhine Gorge–Rüdesheim: Cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei; choice of visit to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum or cable-car ride to the Niederwald Monument in Rüdesheim

Day 5 Miltenberg: Guided walk

Day 6 Würzburg: Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz

Day 7 Volkach: Choice of walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Bamberg: Choice of guided tour, see the Old Town Hall or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 9 Roth. Excursion to Nuremberg: Choice of guided tour in Roth, or hike with your Adventure Host, or guided tour in Nuremberg, or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; onboard lecture

Day 10 Regensburg: Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 11 Passau–Linz: Guided tour in Passau; free time in Linz

Day 12 Melk–Wachau Valley–Vienna: Guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or hike with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; free time in Vienna

Day 13 Vienna: Choice of guided tour or Künsthistorisches Museum visit or bike with your Adventure Host

MAY–AUGUST DEPARTURES

Day 14 Budapest: Scenic cruising into Budapest; choice of guided tour, see Heroes’ Square or hike with your Adventure Host

Day 15 Budapest: Day at leisure

Day 16 Mohács. Excursion to Pécs: Choice of guided tour in Pécs, visit the underground tombs, or sightseeing in Mohács, visit St. Nicolas watermill or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 17 Ilok–Novi Sad: Ilok guided tour; choice of Novi Sad guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 18 Belgrade: Choice of guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture

Day 19 Golubač–Donji Milanovac–Iron Gates: Choice of visit to Golubač fortress or visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site or walk with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge

Day 20 Vidin. Excursion to Belogradchik: Choice of guided tour to Baba Vida Fortress and Belogradchik, see the rock formations or visit a local winery with tasting or biking with your Adventure Host

Day 21 Rousse–Excursion to Veliko Târnovo and Arbanassi: Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet’s Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and to the Ethnographical Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, or guided sightseeing in Rousse, or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 22 Oltenita (Disembarkation)–Bucharest: Guided sightseeing in Bucharest

Day 23 Bucharest: Your vacation ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Amsterdam or Transylvania to your cruise

Cruise at-a-Glance

Day 1 Bucharest: Welcome to Bucharest

Day 2 Bucharest–Oltenita (Embarkation): Guided sightseeing in Bucharest; welcome reception

Day 3 Cernavoda. Excursion to Constanta: Guided sightseeing, visit the National History and Archaeological Museum in Constanta; wine tasting

Day 4 Rousse. Excursion to Veliko Târnovo & Arbanassi: Choice of full-day excursion, visit to Tsarevet’s Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and to the Ethnographic Museum and the Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi, or guided sightseeing in Rousse, or biking with your Adventure Host

Day 5 Vidin–Belogradchik: Choice of guided sightseeing to Vidin’s fortress and see the rock formations in Belogradchik or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 6 Iron Gates–Donji Milanovac–Golubač: Cruise through the Iron Gates Gorge; choice of visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site or walk with your Adventure Host; visit to Golubač fortress

Day 7 Belgrade: Choice of guided sightseeing or walk with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture

Day 8 Novi Sad: Choice of Novi Sad guided tour or walk with your Adventure Host; choice of honey and wine tasting or hike to the Petrovaradin Fortress

Day 9 Ilok-Vukovar: Ilok guided tour with wine tasting; Vukovar guided tour

Day 10 Mohács. Excursion to Pécs: Choice of guided tour and organ concert in Pécs or sightseeing in Mohács, visit St. Nicolas watermill

Day 11 Budapest: Choice of guided tour, see Heroes’ Square or hike with your Adventure Host

Day 12 Budapest: Day at leisure in Budapest

Day 13 Bratislava: Choice of guided tour, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral, or hike up to Bratislava Castle with your Adventure Host

DEPARTURES

Day 14 Vienna: Choice of guided tour or Künsthistorisches Museum visit or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 15 Dürnstein–Wachau Valley–Melk: Choice of guided tour or hike up to the castle ruins in Dürnstein; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; choice of guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or hike with your Adventure Host; onboard wine tasting

Day 16 Passau: Guided tour

Day 17 Regensburg: Choice of guided tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 18 Roth. Excursion to Nuremberg: Onboard lecture; choice of guided sightseeing of Roth, or guided sightseeing in Nuremberg, or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour

Day 19 Bamberg: Choice of guided tour, see the Old Town Hall or bike with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture

Day 20 Volkach—Kitzingen: Choice of walking tour in Volkach or bike with your Adventure Host; free time in Kitzingen

Day 21 Würzburg: Choice of guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 22 Miltenburg: Guided walk

Day 23 Rüdesheim–Rhine Gorge: Choice of visit to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum or hike in the vineyards with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Rhine Gorge; classical concert

Day 24 Cologne: Choice of Cologne highlights walking tour, or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 25 Amsterdam: Choice of canal cruise or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 26 Amsterdam (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Transylvania to your cruise

Vineyards, Châteaux & Bordeaux

Cruise WZX: 22 Days from Basel to Bordeaux

Timeless Rivers of Europe: The Rhine & Seine

Cruise WZP: 15 Days from Basel to Paris

Cruise at-a-Glance MAY-OCTOBER DEPARTURES

Day 1 Basel (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Breisach: Choice of excursion to Black Forest, or sightseeing of Freiburg or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 3 Strasbourg: Choice of guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 4 Mainz: Choice of guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat, or walk Philosophers’ Way with your Adventure Host, or visit the Gutenberg Museum in Mainz

Day 5 Rüdesheim–Rhine Gorge–Koblenz: Visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim or hike in the vineyards with your Adventure Host; cruise through the scenic Rhine Gorge with breathtaking views of ancient castles, towering cliffs, and the legendary Rock of the Lorelei; free time in Koblenz

Day 6 Cologne: Choice of “Cologne Highlights” walking tour, or Jewish Heritage walking tour or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 7 Amsterdam: Choice of canal cruise or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Amsterdam-Paris: Travel from Amsterdam to Paris by high speed train; onboard welcome reception

Day 9 Vernon-Les Andelys: Choice of excursions to Giverny or Bizy Castle or walk with your Adventure Host; choice of guided walk or guided hike in Les Andelys; onboard crêpe tasting and Pastry Demonstration

Day 10 Caudebec: Choice of excursion along the “Normandy Abbeys Route” or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 11 Caudebec: Choice of full-day excursions to Normandy landing beaches or ‘A Taste of Normandy’ excursion

Day 12 Rouen: Choice of guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit the cathedral or bike tour

Day 13 Conflans: Choice of excursions to Auvers-sur-Oise or Napoleon and Josephine’s Château de Malmaison or bike with your Adventure Host

Day 14 Paris: Choice of guided sightseeing or historic sights on ‘Heart of Paris’ walking tour or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 15 Paris (Disembarkation)–Bordeaux (Embarkation): Transfer to Bordeaux via high-speed train; onboard welcome reception

Day 16 Cadillac-sur-Garonne: Choice of guided visit to Château de la Brède or Sauternes tasting in a local Château

Day 17 Cussac Fort Médoc: Choice of wine tasting in a Médoc-area Château or e-bike guided tour in the vineyards

Day 18 Blaye-Bourg: Choice of Panoramic drive with visit to the Citadel of Blaye or art and wine experience; free time in Bourg

Day 19 Libourne-Bordeaux: Visit to SaintÉmilion village

Day 20 Bordeaux: Guided walking tour

Day 21 Bordeaux: Choice of guided visit to Arcachon with oysters-and-wine tasting or biking with your Adventure Host

Day 22 Bordeaux (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Lucerne to your cruise

Cruise at-a-Glance MAY–NOVEMBER DEPARTURES

Combine the Romantic Rhine and Paris to Normandy cruises to experience the Rhine and the Seine. See pages 28 and 38 for cruise details.

OPTION: Add Lucerne to your cruise

SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISE: Wine Lovers

Cruise at-a-Glance MAY–SEPTEMBER DEPARTURES

Combine the Romantic Rhine, Paris to Normandy, and Burgundy & Provence cruises to experience the Rhine, the Seine, and the Rhône. See pages 28, and 38 for cruise details.

OPTION: Add Lucerne or Nice to your cruise

Festive Season in the Heart of Germany

Cruise WFN: 6 Days from Frankfurt to Nuremberg

Christmastime on the Danube

Cruise WNV: 7 Days from Nuremberg to Vienna

Cruise at-a-Glance

Reverse Cruise Available: 6 Days from Nuremberg to Frankfurt

Day 1 Frankfurt (embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Main river village: Guided tour

Day 3 Würzburg: Guided tour, visit the Bishop’s Residence; Christmas market

Day 4 Bamberg: Onboard Christmas Traditions lecture; guided tour, see the Old Town Hall; Christmas market

Day 5 Nuremberg: Choice of guided tour or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; Christmas market

Day 6 Nuremberg (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Prague to your cruise

Cruise at-a-Glance

Reverse Cruise Available: 7 Days from Vienna to Nuremberg

Day 1 Nuremberg (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Nuremberg: Choice of guided tour or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; Christmas market

Day 3 Regensburg: Guided tour; Christmas markets; onboard Christmas Traditions lecture

Day 4 Passau: Guided tour; Christmas market

Day 5 Melk–Wachau Valley–Vienna: Guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey; scenic cruising through the Wachau Valley; onboard Austrian cookies tasting; free time in Vienna

Day 6 Vienna: City sightseeing; Christmas market

Day 7 Vienna (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

OPTION: Add Prague to your cruise

NUREMBERG

Christmastime in Alsace & Germany

Cruise WZF: 5 Days from Basel to Frankfurt

HEIDELBERG

Rhine River

FRANCE

STRASBOURG

Black Forest Alsace

GERMANY

BREISACH

BASEL

SWITZERLAND

Cruise at-a-Glance

DECEMBER DEPARTURES

Reverse Cruise Available: 5 Days from Frankfurt to Basel

Day 1 Basel (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Breisach: Choice of visit to a local winery in Breisach or excursion to Black Forest or Freiburg sightseeing

Day 3 v: Guided tour, visit La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral; Christmas market

Day 4 Speyer. Excursion to Heidelberg: Guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat; free time for Christmas market

Day 5 Frankfurt (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning

The Festivities Continue

With Additional Festive Season Cruises

Christmastime from Budapest to Vienna

Cruise WBT: 6 Days from Budapest to Vienna

Christmastime from Nuremberg to Basel

Cruise WNM: 10 Days from Nuremberg to Basel

Reverse Cruise Available: 10 Days from Basel to Nuremberg

Christmastime from Vienna to Frankfurt

Cruise WVF: 12 Days from Vienna to Frankfurt

Reverse Cruise Available: 12 Days from Frankfurt to Vienna

NEW IN 2024

Christmastime from Budapest to Frankfurt

Cruise WBF: 13 Days from Budapest to Frankfurt

Reverse Cruise Available in 2025: 13 Days from Frankfurt to Budapest

Christmastime from Vienna to Basel

Cruise WVM: 16 Days from Vienna to Basel

Christmastime from Budapest to Basel

Cruise WBM: 17 Days from Budapest to Basel

Reverse Cruise Available in 2025: 17 Days from Basel to Budapest

GO FURTHER.

CRUISE THE CAPTIVATING RIVERS OF ASIA, SOUTH AMERICA & EGYPT.

Take your adventure deeper with Avalon Waterways® along the legendary Mekong to discover the kaleidoscope of colors and captivating cultures of Cambodia and Vietnam. With an intimate capacity of 36 guests per ship, you’ll get closer to the history and beauty of Southeast Asia, while enjoying luxurious, personalized service on board your award-winning Suite Ship®. Let your adventurous spirit flow on South America cruises in the company of expert naturalists who share the secrets of the Peruvian Amazon or retrace the course of Darwin through the pristine Galápagos Islands. Your discoveries continue on shore with unforgettable experiences in Peru’s Sacred Valley and the lost city of Machu Picchu. And you’ll unravel the secrets of the Nile with extraordinary explorations in Egypt.

Mekong Discovery

Cruise WSH: 8 Days from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh

KAMPONG TRALACH

KONPONG LOUANG

PHNOM PENH

CAMBODIA

WAT HANCHEY

ANGKOR BAN

Mekong River

CHAU DOC CU LAO GIENG HO CHI MINH CITY

VINH LONG

VIETNAM 7

Cruise at-a-Glance YEAR-ROUND DEPARTURES

Reverse Cruise Available: 8 Days from Ho Chi Minh to Phnom Penh (WHS)

Day 1 Phnom Penh (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception; cruise to Wat Hanchey

Day 2 Wat Hanchey–Angkor Ban: Visit Wat Hanchey and partake in a traditional water blessing by local monks; walking tour in Angkor Ban with school visit; cruise to Kampong Tralach

Day 3 Kampong Tralach–Konpong Louang–Phnom Penh: Ox cart ride through the countryside and visit a local farmer’s home in Kampong Tralach; visit the silversmith village of Konpong Louang; cruise to Phnom Penh; visit the Tuol Sleng Museum and one of the Killing Fields in Phnom Penh, or visit the lively central market

Day 4 Phnom Penh: Sightseeing by private cyclo, including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum; show by children from local orphanage; cruise to Vietnam

Day 5 Border Crossing–Chau Doc: Visit a local market and the religious sites at Sam Mountain in Chau Doc; cruise to long Khanh A

Day 6 Long Khanh A–Cu Lao Gieng: Walking tour of Long Khanh A with cotton-weaving demonstration; interact with sampan-making and conical hat making families in Cu Lao Gieng; cruise to Vinh Long

Day 7 Vinh Long: Visit a local garden and a local workshop to see how rice wine and traditional candy are made; cruise to Ho Chi Minh

Day 8 Ho Chi Minh City (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning

Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong River

Cruise WSHI: 13 Days from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh

The Heart of Cambodia & Vietnam

Cruise WSII: 18 Days from Siem Reap to Hanoi

Mekong River

Cruise at-a-Glance

YEAR-ROUND DEPARTURES

Reverse Cruise Available: 13 Days from Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap (WHSI)

Day 1 Siem Reap: Welcome to Cambodia

Day 2 Siem Reap: Visit Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and Bayon Temple; Apsara dance performance

Day 3 Siem Reap: Visit Ta Prohm, Banteay Srei, and a noodle-making village to sample some Khmer noodles

Day 4 Siem Reap–Phnom Penh (Embarkation): Fly to Phnom Penh; onboard welcome reception

Day 5 Wat Hanchey–Angkor Ban: Visit Wat Hanchey and partake in a traditional water blessing by local monks; walking tour in Angkor Ban with school visit

Day 6 Kampong Tralach–Konpong Louang–Phnom Penh: Ox cart ride through the countryside and visit a local farmer’s home in Kampong Tralach; visit the silversmith village of Konpong Louang; visit the Tuol Sleng Museum and one of the Killing Fields in Phnom Penh, or visit the lively central market

Day 7 Phnom Penh: Sightseeing by private cyclo, including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum; show by children from local orphanage

Day 8 Border Crossing–Chau Doc: Visit a local market and the religious sites at Sam Mountain in Chau Doc

Day 9 Long Khanh A–Cu Lao Gieng: Walking tour of Long Khanh A with cotton-weaving demonstration; interact with sampan-making and conical hat making families in Cu Lao Gieng

Day 10 Vinh Long: Visit a local garden and a local workshop to see how rice wine and traditional candies are made

Day 11 Ho Chi Minh City (Disembarkation): Walking tour; visit the famous Rex Hotel for a drink, War Remnants Museum, and Ben Thanh Market; cooking class

Day 12 Ho Chi Minh City: Cu Chi Tunnels excursion

Day 13 Ho Chi Minh City: End of vacation

OPTIONS: Add Bangkok or Hanoi & Ha Long Bay to your cruise

Cruise at-a-Glance

YEAR-ROUND DEPARTURES

Reverse Cruise Available: 18 Days from Ho Chi Minh to Hanoi (WISI)

Day 1 Siem Reap: Welcome to Cambodia

Day 2 Siem Reap: Visit Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and Bayon Temple; Apsara dance performance

Day 3 Siem Reap: Visit Ta Prohm, Banteay Srei, and a noodle-making village to sample some Khmer noodles

Day 4 Siem Reap–Phnom Penh (Embarkation): Fly to Phnom Penh; onboard welcome reception

Day 5 Wat Hanchey–Angkor Ban: Visit Wat Hanchey and partake in a traditional water blessing by local monks; walking tour in Angkor Ban with school visit

Day 6 Kampong Tralach–Konpong Louang–Phnom Penh: Ox cart ride through the countryside and visit a local farmer’s home in Kampong Tralach; visit the silversmith village of Konpong Louang; visit the Tuol Sleng Museum and one of the Killing Fields in Phnom Penh, or visit the lively central market

Day 7 Phnom Penh: Sightseeing by private cyclo, including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum; show by children from local orphanage

Day 8 Border Crossing–Chau Doc: Visit a local market and the religious sites at Sam Mountain in Chau Doc

Day 9 Long Khanh A–Cu Lao Gieng: Walking tour of Long Khanh A with cotton-weaving demonstration; interact with sampan-making and conical hat making families in Cu Lao Gieng

Day 10 Vinh Long: Visit a local garden and a local workshop to see how rice wine and traditional candies are made

Day 11 Ho Chi Minh City (Disembarkation): Walking tour; visit the famous Rex Hotel for a drink, War Remnants Museum, and Ben Thanh Market; cooking class

Day 12 Ho Chi Minh City: Cu Chi Tunnels excursion

Day 13 Ho Chi Minh City–Hanoi: Fly to Hanoi

Day 14 Hanoi: Visit Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, and Temple of Literature; lunch at Koto; electric cart ride through the Old Quarter; water puppets performance

Day 15 Hanoi–Ha Long Bay (Embarkation): Drive to Ha Long Bay; embark 2-night cruise of Ha Long Bay

Day 16 Ha Long Bay: Cruise the bay; visit Ti Top Island, Luon Cave, and Dark and Bright Cave; opportunity to explore by kayak

Day 17 Ha Long Bay (Disembarkation)–Hanoi: Visit Sung Sot Cave; drive to Hanoi

Day 18 Hanoi: End of vacation

OPTION: Add Bangkok to your cruise

KAMPONG TRALACH PHNOM PENH CHAU DOC

SIEM REAP ANGKOR BAN WAT HANCHEY KONPONG LOUANG

Mekong River

From the Inca Empire to the Peruvian Amazon

Cruise WAM: 11 Days from Lima to Lima

Ecuador & Its Galápagos Islands

Cruise WBG: 8 Days from Quito to Quito

GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS

BARTOLOMÉ ISLAND

BALTRA ISLAND Pacific Ocean

NORTH SEYMOUR ISLAND SOUTH PLAZA SAN CRISTOBAL MOSQUERA ISLET 2 1 4

QUITO

ECUADOR

Cruise at-a-Glance

Day 1 Arrive Lima, Peru: Welcome to Lima

Day 2 Lima: Walking tour, visit San Francisco Monastery and Larco Herrera Museum; welcome dinner at Casa Garcia Alvarado

Day 3 Lima–Cusco–Sacred Valley: Visit the ruins of Sacsayhuaman and Kenko, visit Awanakancha to see various camelids from the region, and explore Pisac Market

Day 4 Sacred Valley–Machu Picchu: Visit the Ollantaytambo ruins; take the 360°Train to Machu Picchu; walking tour of Machu Picchu

Day 5 Machu Picchu–Cusco: Enjoy a second included entrance to Machu Picchu; return on the 360°Train to the Sacred Valley and continue to Cusco

Day 6 Cusco: Walking tour of Cusco, visit Santo Domingo Monastery and the Cathedral

Day 7 Cusco–Lima–Iquitos–Nauta (Embarkation)–Cruising Peruvian Amazon: Fly to Iquitos via Lima; board the Delfin III; onboard welcome reception; wildlife viewing excursions during the afternoon and evening

Day 8 Cruising Peruvian Amazon: Wildlife viewing excursions during the morning and afternoon; cooking demonstration and Pisco Sour-making lesson

Day 9 Cruising Peruvian Amazon: Wildlife viewing excursions during the morning, afternoon, and evening; visit Pacaya Samiria National Reserve; endemic fruit presentation; kayaking; piranha fishing; special farewell dinner

Day 10 Cruising Peruvian Amazon–Nauta (Disembarkation)–Iquitos–Lima: Disembark the Delfin III; visit the Manatee Rescue Center; fly to Lima

Day 11 Lima: Your vacation ends this morning

OPTIONS: Add Nazca Lines or Galápagos Cruise to your cruise

Cruise at-a-Glance

Day 1 Arrive Quito, Ecuador: Welcome to Quito

Day 2 Quito: Walking tour, visit San Francisco Monastery, La Compania Church, La Ronda Street, a Chocolate factory, and the Equatorial Monument; welcome dinner

Day 3 Quito–Baltra–Galápagos Islands (Embarkation)–Santa Cruz Island: Fly to the Galápagos Islands; embark Treasure of Galápagos; visit Charles Darwin Research Station on Santa Cruz Island

Day 4 Galápagos Islands Cruising: Santiago & Bartolomé Islands: Naturalistguided walks on each island; snorkeling

Day 5 Galápagos Islands Cruising: North Seymour Island & Mosquera Islet: Naturalist-guided walks on each island; snorkeling

Day 6 Galápagos Islands Cruising: South Plaza & San Cristobal Islands: Naturalistguided walks on each island; snorkeling

Day 7 Galápagos Islands (Disembarkation)–San Cristobal Island–Quito: Disembark Treasure of Galápagos; visit San Cristobal Interpretation Center; fly to Quito

Day 8 Quito: Your vacation ends this morning

OPTION: Add Amazon to your cruise

Discover the Galápagos & Peru

Cruise WGG: 15 Days from Lima to Quito

Taste of Egypt

Cruise WUAY: 10 Days from Cairo to Cairo PERU

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Cruise at-a-Glance

Day 1 Arrive Lima, Peru: Welcome to Lima

JANUARY–NOVEMBER DEPARTURES

Day 2 Lima: Walking tour; visit San Francisco Monastery; Larco Herrera Museum and welcome dinner

Day 3 Lima-Cusco-Sacred Valley: Visit Awanakancha to see various camelids from the region, and explore Pisac Market

Day 4 Sacred Valley-Machu Picchu: Visit the Ollantaytambo ruins; take the 360°Train to Machu Picchu; walking tour of Machu Picchu

Day 5 Machu Picchu-Cusco: Enjoy a second included entrance to Machu Picchu; return on the 360°Train to the Sacred Valley and continue to Cusco

Day 6 Cusco: Walking tour of Cusco, visit Santo Domingo Monastery, the Cathedral, and the ruins of Sacsayhuaman

Day 7 Cusco-Quito, Ecuador: Fly to Quito via Lima

Day 8 Quito: Excursion to Otavalo’s Indian market and Peguche; Hacienda lunch

Day 9 Quito: Walking tour, visit San Francisco Monastery, La Compania Church, La Ronda Street, a Chocolate factory, and the Equatorial Monument

Day 10 Quito-San Cristobal-Galápagos Islands (Embarkation): Fly to the Galápagos Islands; embark Treasure of Galápagos; visit Cerro Colorado Tortoise Reserve on San Cristobal Island

Day 11 Galápagos Islands Cruising: Española Island: Naturalist-guided walks; snorkeling

Day 12 Galápagos Islands Cruising: Floreana Island: Naturalist-guided walks; snorkeling

Day 13 Galápagos Islands Cruising: Santa Fé & Santa Cruz Islands: Naturalist-guided walks on each island; snorkeling

Day 14 Galápagos Islands (Disembarkation)-Santa Cruz Island-Quito: Disembark Treasure of Galápagos; visit EL Chato Tortoise Reserve; fly to Quito

Day 15 Quito: Your vacation ends this morning

OPTION: Add the Amazon to your cruise

Cruise at-a-Glance

Day 1 Cairo, Egypt: Welcome to Egypt

YEAR-ROUND DEPARTURES

Day 2 Cairo: Guided sightseeing, visit the Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza, Alabaster Sphinx, and the ‘Stairway to the Sky’ at Sakkara; Sounds & Light Show at the pyramids

Day 3 Cairo: Visit Tutankhamen’s Tomb in the Egyptian Museum; see Saladin’s citadel and visit the Alabaster Mosque in Old Cairo; see the Hanging Church and Cairo’s oldest synagogue in Coptic Cairo

Day 4 Cairo–Luxor (Embarkation): Fly to Luxor; visit Luxor Temple, the Avenue of Sphinxes, monument of Karnak & Temple of Amun-Ra; onboard welcome reception

Day 5 Luxor–Edfu: Valley of Kings, Valley of Queens, Deir El-Bahri, and the Colossi of Memnon

Day 6 Edfu–Kom Ombo: Visit the Temple of Horus; visit the twin temples at Kom Ombo; galabya party on board

Day 7 Aswan: Sail by felucca to Kitchener Island, visit the Botanical Gardens; live entertainment onboard

Day 8 Aswan (Disembarkation)–Cairo: Excursion to the High Dam; cruise to Agilika; visit Temple of Isis and ancient granite quarries; fly to Cairo

Day 9 Cairo: Guided Visit to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization; felucca ride; walk in the maze of shops at the famous bazaar

Day 10 Cairo: Your vacation ends this morning

OPTION: Add Jordan to your cruise

SANTA

SKY DECK

Breathe in the peaceful pace and perfect vantage point on the river while relaxing in our Observation Lounge. Stretch out with coffee, wine, or whatever you please while you gently float past picturesque shorelines and stunning scenery.

The ideal spot for a casual dinner in a social setting to mingle with your traveling companions and fellow Avalon guests. Enjoy a buffet of select dishes and beverages.

Enjoy cozy seating, panoramic windows, and a dance floor to enjoy the evening’s entertainment or unique artisan demonstrations. Visit the Panorama Bar for your favorite libation—or to try something new by our creative mixologists.

The perfect place to take in the sights of the passing landscape or mingle with fellow travelers. Features a whirlpool and seating galore to soak up the sun or drink in the moonlight. Bring your appetite to the Sky Grill for made-to-order dishes to enjoy as you watch the world go by.

OBSERVATION LOUNGE

PANORAMA BISTRO

PANORAMA LOUNGE & BAR

PANORAMA DINING ROOM

From morning breakfast to elegant dinners, Avalon frees your taste buds from the ordinary. In this glass-walled dining room, you’ll savor local flavors (and familiar favorites, should you crave them) as well as our Avalon Fresh® menu offerings. Every meal is a part of the journey.

YOUR SHIP HAS COME IN.

ADVENTURE CENTER

Find the gear, maps, and more for active pursuits on ship and on shore. Check out a bike, grab a Nordic walking stick and head up to a fortress on a hill, or join a guided active walk. Whether you’re looking for a yoga class on deck or an optional canoe excursion, your Avalon Adventure HostSM can make it happen.

FITNESS CENTER

Just because you’ve gone on vacation, doesn’t mean your fitness regimen has to. Visit our fully equipped Fitness Center for a great workout on your schedule. Get your cross training in with a bike, treadmill, and weights.

CLUB LOUNGE

Our beautiful airy and open lounge features a 24-hour self-service beverage station offering complimentary premium coffee, decaffeinated coffee specialties, cappuccinos, lattes, hot chocolate, and a selection of teas, cookies, pastries, dried fruits, and nuts are available throughout the day.

AVALON SUITE SHIPS ®

ROYAL SUITES , PANORAMA SUITESSM & DELUXE STATEROOMS

STATEROOM AMENITIES

• Comfort Collection BedsSM, featuring premium memory foam mattress toppers with special construction for increased airflow and ventilation and a choice of four firmness selections – from extra firm to pillow-top soft

• Egyptian super-combed cotton linens, blankets, & European-style duvets

• Soft & firm pillows

• Choice of bed configuration – two twins or one queen or (Royal Suite only) one king

• Nightly turn-down service

• Bathrobes & slippers

• Bedside tables with reading lamps

• Large private bathroom featuring full shower with glass door, hairdryer and premium L’Occitane® bath products

• Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage

• Easy under-bed luggage storage

• Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channel and built-in alarm clock

• Writing desk/vanity with mirror & comfortable chair

• Complimentary Wi-Fi access

• Direct-dial telephone

• Well-stocked minibar

• USB Ports

• In-room safe

• Individual climate control

• Continental breakfast, lunch, dinner, and beverage room service available

• 11’ Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window— 50% wider than industry standard (Panorama and Royal Suites only)

• Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window opens to create a large Open-Air Balcony® (Panorama and Royal Suites only)

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SUITES & STATEROOMS.

From spacious to cozy, you’ll find the perfect space to dream. A Royal Suite or Deluxe Stateroom offers an alternative floor plan, yet with all the standard amenities of a Panorama Suite. Our Royal Suite creates 300 square feet of phenomenal, including our award-winning Open-Air Balcony. At 172 square feet, our Deluxe Staterooms are still 20% larger than the industry standard.

AVALON SUITE SHIPS ®

AVALON VIEW SM ( 2022 ) , AVALON ENVISION SM ( 2019 ) , AVALON PASSION® ( 2016 ) , AVALON ILLUMINATION® ( 2014 ) , AVALON IMPRESSION SM ( 2014 ) , AVALON EXPRESSION® ( 2013 ) , AVALON VISTA® ( 2012 ) , AVALON PANORAMA® ( 2011 )

Passengers: 166 | Crew Members: 47 | Length: 443 ft. | Decks: 4

Royal Suites: 2 (300 sq. ft.) | Panorama SuitesSM: 65 (200 sq. ft.) | Deluxe Staterooms: 16 (172 sq. ft.)

AVALON SUITE SHIPS ®

AVALON IMAGERY II® ( 2016 ) , AVALON TAPESTRY II® ( 2015 ) ,

AVALON TRANQUILITY II® ( 2015 ) , AVALON POETRY II® ( 2014 ),

AVALON ARTISTRY II® ( 2013 ), AVALON VISIONARY ( 2012 )

Passengers: 128 | Crew Members: 37 | Length: 361 ft. | Decks: 4

Royal Suites: 2 (300 sq. ft.) | Panorama SuitesSM: 50 (200 sq. ft.) | Deluxe Staterooms: 12 (172 sq. ft.)

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AVALON SAIGON SM ( 2018 )

Passengers: 36 | Crew Members: 24 | Length: 195 ft. | Decks: 2 | Suites: 18 (245 sq. ft.)

SHIP AMENITIES

• Air-conditioned Panorama Lounge

Open-air observation lounge with shade system & premium lounge chairs

Spacious, open-seating Panorama Dining Room

Bar serving premium spirits, wine & complimentary coffee, tea, soft drinks, and local beer/spirits throughout the day

Complimentary Wi-Fi access in the lounges (where signal is available)

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Spa treatment room

Library and games

Non-smoking staterooms & ship interior

AMENITIES

• Comfort Collection BedsSM, featuring premium mattress covers

• Egyptian super-combed cotton linens, blankets & European-style duvets

• Soft & firm pillows

• Choice of bed configuration (two twins or one king)

• Nightly turn-down service

• Bedside tables with reading lamps

• 14’ Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window that opens to create a large Open-Air Balcony SM

• Large private bathroom featuring full shower with glass door, hairdryer, and premium bath products

• Spacious closets with shelves for ample storage

• Easy under-bed luggage storage

• Writing desk/vanity with mirror & comfortable chair

• In-house telephone

• Bathrobes & slippers

• Complimentary water

• In-room safe

• Individual climate control

CRUISING ON THE NILE RIVER

MS FARAH ( 2011 )

Passengers: 116 | Crew Members: 85 | Length: 236 ft. | Decks: 5 | Deluxe Stateroom: 56 (239 sq. ft.) | Royal Suite: 2 (430 sq. ft.)

AMENITIES

• On board Egyptian cuisine cooking class with diploma issued by our chef.

• Pillow menu included: you will be able to choose from a range of soft, water pillow, orthopedic, and spongy pillows.

• Private safe box.

• Free use of gym - sauna and steam (massages à la carte excluded).

• All staterooms have a large panoramic window.

• Wide TV LED Screen with free cable.

• Free Wi-Fi internet connection throughout the boat.

• Telescope at disposal on the sundeck.

• Special library dedicated to Paulo Coelho.

• Welcome drink & refreshing towels upon arrival.

• Fruit basket, cookies, canapés & nuts.

Swimming Pool

Barbecue Buffet

Pool Bar

24 Staterooms

2 Suites

Gymnasium, Steam, Sauna & Massage room

26 Staterooms

Library Bazaar

Lobby Lounge Bar

6 Staterooms

Restaurant

• Kettle with packets of tea, Nescafe® and sugar will be served in cabins.

• The boat offers all the services and facilities needed to organize special events on board.

• Large restaurant.

• Lounge Bar.

• Pool Bar.

DELUXE STATEROOM

SUITE BEDROOM ATRIUM EXTERIOR

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INCLUDED ON EVERY EUROPEAN SHIP

• Spacious outside deluxe accommodations, with enhanced soundproofing and Avalon’s exclusive Comfort Collection BedsSM for a great night’s sleep. (See deck plans for additional stateroom amenities.)

• Large private bathroom featuring full shower with glass door, hairdryer and premium L’Occitane® bath products

• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on board daily

• Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast; wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner are included daily on board your vessel

• Included Happy Hour every evening featuring house beer, wine, cocktails and a drink of the day

• A professional Cruise Director who delivers educational commentary as you travel through interesting landscapes, and who assists with requests and additional excursions

• An Avalon Adventure HostSM available as your guide for fitness activities and active excursions

• Friendly, English-speaking staff who deliver consummate personal service throughout your journey

• ® Enjoy included sightseeing with Certified Local Guides, Guided Optional Excursions and Tours, and ample free time to explore on your own

• Explore CLASSIC sights, embark on ACTIVE excursions, and make a new DISCOVERY through hands-on cultural and artistic experiences, shared by local residents and experts

ONBOARD DINING MENUS & VENUES

• Welcome and farewell cocktails, with sparkling wine and canapés

• Daily choices of regional recipes, familiar favorites, and Avalon Fresh® vegetarian and healthy cuisine including fresh, local ingredients at every meal

• Daily buffet breakfast with full range of classic hot and cold breakfast items and à la carte daily specials

• Daily lunch buffet with a wide choice of items and chef’s pasta and carving stations plus à la carte daily specials and complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks

• Choice of alternative fare at the Sky Grill on the Sky Deck (weather permitting) or light lunch in the Panorama Lounge

• Enjoy our Panorama Bistro for a casual dinner option with a buffet of select dishes and beverages

• Daily afternoon tea, featuring tea, coffee, sweet treats and sandwiches

• Daily four-course à la carte dinners in the main Panorama Dining Room with choice of appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, desserts or cheese, after-dinner premium coffees or tea, and complimentary wine (including from the region), beer, and soft drinks

• Complimentary room service available for Continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner

• FlexDining® with flexible seating-times to better accommodate your schedule, and more options for menu items and venues, including our Panorama Dining Room, Panorama Bistro for a casual select buffet, Sky Grill for al fresco favorites, complimentary continental breakfast via room service, and made-to-order picnic lunch boxes for independent on-shore excursions

AVALON SUITE SHIP ® AMENITIES

• Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship

• Informative, interactive, simple-to-use onboard kiosks with daily cruise details, information, and easy check-in/checkout features at each port. Digital signage keeps you up-todate throughout the day

• Sky Deck shade system and premium lounge chairs

• Sky Deck whirlpool or swimming pool on the Avalon AlegriaSM in Portugal

• Sky Deck game area

• Panorama Lounge with cozy seating, panoramic windows, and dance floor

• Club Lounge with 24-hour self-serve beverage station offering complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, hot chocolate, and a selection of teas, cookies, pastries, dried fruits, and nuts available throughout the day

• Panorama Dining Room with large panoramic windows

• Observation Lounge

• Upscale bar serving premium spirits; fresh fruit available throughout the day. Indulge in Avalon’s exclusive cocktails designed by award-winning mixologist, Martin Hudak. Raise a glass to your Avalon cruise experience with libations found nowhere else!

• The Adventure Center is your source for active gear, including bicycles, maps and more for active pursuits on ship and off

• Fitness Center

• Club Lounge library with books, cards & board games

• Elevator

• Non-smoking interior

• English-speaking TV channels with 50+ free movie options

• AvalonGO mobile app keeps you informed and on course before and during your cruise. Find schedules, daily itineraries, GPS, and dining and entertainment options for free time in each destination. Post photos and comments to share with social media friends via real time posts.

CUSTOMIZE YOUR CRUISE

• MyAvalonSM Personalizing your Avalon cruise is a cinch… with MyAvalon. Go online to customize your cruise experience. Here are some of the things you can choose online ahead of time...before you ever step foot on board! Access Avalon’s comprehensive online Service Center to pre-register for your cruise.

—Select your choice of included sightseeing. —Choose and pre-pay for optional excursions. Set your stateroom preferences for bed configuration.

• Celebrating a special occasion? Let your Avalon cruise specialist know about a birthday, anniversary, or special day so we can help you celebrate on board.

• Avalon YourWay We make it easy to extend your river cruise with land itineraries that are perfectly suited to your preferences with expert guided sightseeing with plenty of free time. We take care of seamless details like transportation to and from superior hotel accommodations in the world’s most fascinating cities.

• Globus YourWay Once you’ve seen the best of Europe along its waterways, discover its inland treasures. Select Avalon cruises can be combined with an in-depth touring experience that only Globus can offer.

Terms & Conditions

Prior to booking, review the full Travel Terms and Conditions found online at AvalonWaterways.com/terms, or AvalonWaterways.ca/terms. The Terms and Conditions as listed online when completing a reservation are those that control, except to the extent the Terms are superseded by applicable law.

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