Christmastime Nuremberg to Basel - Cruise Only

Christmastime Nuremberg to Basel - Cruise Only 2013 / 2014

10 days from Nuremberg to Basel

Experience the holiday season on this festive river cruise vacation from Nuremberg to Basel. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Nuremberg; Bamberg; Würzburg; the charming Bavarian village of Miltenberg; and Strasbourg, France, where you can explore one of the oldest Christmas markets in Europe. Other highlights: a beer tasting in Bamberg, a visit to Würzburg’s Bishop’s Residenz, a traditional baking demonstration, an excursion to Germany’s Black Forest, and an excursion to Heidelberg, where you can marvel at the red sandstone castle and bask in the holiday atmosphere. You’ll have the opportunity to explore the many Christmas markets and savor the local specialties, shop of local Christmas ornaments, and enjoy the holiday cheer. What a delightful way to celebrate the holiday season!

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Highlights & Sightseeing

Nuremberg:
Welcome reception; guided sightseeing

Bamberg:
Guided sightseeing, see the Old Town Hall; beer tasting

Würzburg:
Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz

Miltenberg:
Guided walk; baking demonstration

Frankfurt:
Excursion to Rüdesheim, visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum

Heidelberg:
Take pictures of the castle

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

Breisach:
Excursion to the Black Forest

Meals

B: full buffet breakfast L: lunch D: dinner
Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast, soft drinks with lunch, and wine, beer, or soft drinks with dinner are included on board your vessel.

NOTES:

  • Christmas markets operate from late November until the third week of December, depending on location.
  • In the event of water level problems on stretches of any river, it may be necessary to operate part of the itinerary by motorcoach.
  • Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
  • Included visits and special features are subject to change. If a change becomes necessary, a substitute will be offered.

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 AvalonSM.
  • 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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