Highlights of Germany from Munich to Basel

Highlights of Germany from Munich to Basel 2013 / 2014

13 days from Munich to Basel

Willkommen in Deutschland – Welcome to Germany! On this spectacular cruise vacation, enjoy one of Germany’s largest cities, Munich, and many of its charming villages and towns with picturesque scenery along the way. Visit two of King Ludwig’s most famous castles—Neuschwanstein, the inspiration for Disneyland’s Castle, and Linderhof, the smallest of his castles. Savor beer tasting in Nuremberg and explore Regensburg, one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities and home to Germany’s oldest restaurant. Enjoy the picturesque Bavarian village of Miltenberg with its medieval homes, and explore La Petite France district in Strasbourg.

Cruise through the Rhine Gorge, the most dramatic part of the river, and drive through the garden-like landscapes of the Bavarian Alps. This is just a sampling of the scenic wonders and delightful destinations waiting for you to discover on this cruise—a memorable vacation!

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Highlights & Sightseeing

Munich:
Guided sightseeing, see the Marienplatz; excursion to Hohenschwangau & Oberammergau; visit Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace

Passau:
Guided walk; welcome reception

Regensburg:
Guided sightseeing

Nuremberg:
Guided sightseeing; beer tasting

Main Danube Canal:
Cruise in the canal

Bamberg:
Guided walk; local lunch

Kitzingen:
Guided sightseeing

Würzburg:
Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz

Miltenberg:
Guided walk

Boppard:
Guided walk

Rhine Gorge:
Cruise through the gorge

Rüdesheim:
Visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum; special treat

Heidelberg:
Take pictures of the castle

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

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.

Hotels

Munich Sofitel Munich Bayerpost (D)

NOTES:

  • In the event of water level problems or any problems of a technical nature, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or to alter the program.
  • Included visits and special features are subject to change. If a change is necessary, a substitute will be offered.

  • Panoramic windows throughout every ship.

  • Elegant, contemporary design throughout.

  • Nightly choice of appetizers, entrées, desserts or cheese.

  • Premium L'Occitane bath amenities.

  • English Speaking Crew

  • Light lunch alternative.

  • Headsets for shore excursions.

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 on board our Avalon ships.

  • Panoramic windows throughout every ship.
  • Elegant, contemporary design throughout.
  • Included shore excursions with Local Guide.
  • Headsets for shore excursions.
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi access.
  • Personalized room options & excursions.
  • Space to relax & unwind
  • Premium coffees, cappuccinos and lattes.
  • Coffee self-serve beverage station.
  • A lounge serving premium spirits.
  • Maintain your routine in the fitness center.
  • The Comfort Collection BedsSM.
  • Premium L'Occitane bath amenities.
  • Daily early- and late-riser breakfast.
  • Full buffet breakfast with sparkling wine.
  • Complimentary juices with breakfast.
  • Made-to-order egg station at breakfast.
  • Complimentary soft drinks with lunch.
  • Al fresco lunches on the Sky Bistro.
  • Chef-inspired regional recipes.
  • Four-course dinners with open seating.
  • Nightly choice of appetizers, entrées, desserts or cheese.
  • Complimentary regional wines at dinner.
  • Free soft drinks or beer with dinner.
  • Night Fare served at 10:30 p.m.
  • Remarkable service throughout 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.
  • And, much more.

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