The Upper Rhine to the City of Music 2011

11 days Zürich to Vienna or 12 days incl. travel (WZV0)

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Four countries, three rivers, and the impressive Main Danube Canal are the basis of this delightful river cruise vacation. Start in Zürich, Switzerland, then travel to Basel to embark your river cruise vessel. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Strasbourg, Würzburg, Bamberg, Regensburg, and Passau. An excursion to Heidelberg highlights its imposing castle ruins, and a stop in Melk includes a visit of the beautiful Benedictine Abbey. Guided orientations of the smaller towns show off their famous sights, and time in Nuremberg includes the chance to sample some of Germany’s world-famous beers. Your journey concludes in Vienna.

CRUISE:
Deluxe 10-night cruise from Basel to Vienna in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds

BASEL:
Welcome reception

STRASBOURG:
Guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral

MANNHEIM:
Choice of excursion to Speyer or Heidelberg

WERTHEIM:
Orientation

WÜRZBURG:
Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz

BAMBERG:
Guided sightseeing, see the Old Town Hall

MAIN DANUBE CANAL:
Cruise in the canal

NUREMBERG:
Guided sightseeing; beer tasting

REGENSBURG:
Guided sightseeing

PASSAU:
Guided sightseeing

MELK:
Guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey

DÜRNSTEIN:
See the Stiftskirche

Meals - (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner

Superb dining with all meals on board daily featuring full breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D), including a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements; complimentary regional wine, beer, or soft drinks with all onboard dinners; complimentary coffee and tea available throughout the day

Notes:

In the event of water level problems on stretches of any river, it may be necessary to operate part of the itinerary by motorcoach.
Included visits and special features are subject to change. If a change is necessary, a substitute will be offered.

TRANSFER TIMES:

Transfers available for purchase: Vienna on Departure between 6 am and 12 noon

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Please note that some amenities, features and enhancements are only available on 2011 river and small-ship cruise departures.

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It’s about you. You are the reason we’ve used our 80-plus years of travel expertise to design the very best river cruise experience. Inspired by you, we’ve taken everything special about river cruising and made it even better. Here are some of the features and amenities you’ll experience with Avalon.

Panoramic windows throughout every ship.
Spacious designs provide personal space.
Included shore excursions with Local Guide.
Headsets for shore excursions.
Highest-quality craftsmanship.
Premium coffees, cappuccinos and lattes.
Coffee self-serve beverage station.
A lounge serving premium spirit cocktails.
Maintain your routine in the fitness center.
The Comfort Collection by Avalon^SM.
Premium L’Occitane bath amenities.
Daily early- and late-riser breakfast.
Full buffet breakfast with sparkling wine.
Made-to-order egg station is at buffet.
Chef-inspired regional recipes.
Four-course dinners with open seating.
Choice of appetizers, soups & salads.
Nightly option of entree, dessert or cheese.
Complimentary regional wines at dinner.
Beer or soft drinks free with dinner.
Night Fare served at 10:30 p.m.
Remarkable service through the cruise.
English-speaking crew.
Non-smoking interior.
Large bathrooms - showers w/ glass doors.
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels.
Spacious 3-door closets for ample storage.
Internet access to stay in touch with family.
And, much more.


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