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German Grandeur With Munich (Beer)

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Your picturesque Rhine River cruise begins on the Rhine River in Basel, Switzerland. For beer enthusiasts, a knowledgeable Beer Expert joins your cruise to host lectures, beer tasting, and food-and-beer-pairings for an authentic German and France river cruise experience. You’ll sail to Breisach, with your choice of a visit to Freiburg, or an excursion to the Black Forest. Sail to the city of Strasbourg, France, along the way. Sail to Rüdesheim and through the spectacular views of Rhine Gorge. The modern and charming city of Frankfurt is also on your route along the Rhine, and you’ll sail on the Main River to visit an authentic Main River village on your way to Würzburg. Take a guided tour of Bamberg or enjoy a hop garden tour while tasting also a local beer, before reaching Nuremberg to disembark for two nights in Munich. Enjoy a guided tour of King Ludwig’s Neuschwanstein Castle, and visit the mountain village of Oberammergau—known for its once-a-decade production of the Passion Play. Your grand scenic cruise through Germany brings the beauty and charm of its cities and villages to life. From Switzerland to Bavaria and beyond, your German vacation will stay a beautiful memory for years to come!

Please note: Itinerary is based on 2025, and is subject to change. Full details will be confirmed in 2025.
Leisurely On the go

11
Days
3
Countries
Countries
Meals
10breakfasts;
7lunches;
8dinners;
Transport
State-of-the-art, luxurious river cruise vessels with modern services and amenities
Accommodation
Deluxe outside accommodations with Avalon’s exclusive Comfort Collection Beds
Tour Code
WZNEB
Price
*Price per person, based on Twin occupancy for 31 October 2026 departure
CAT D
~Each person on the booking will earn 1 point per $1 spent on their portion of the booking.
Your picturesque Rhine River cruise begins on the Rhine River in Basel, Switzerland. For beer enthusiasts, a knowledgeable Beer Expert joins your cruise to host lectures, beer tasting, and food-and-beer-pairings for an authentic German and France river cruise experience. You’ll sail to Breisach, with your choice of a visit to Freiburg, or an excursion to the Black Forest. Sail to the city of Strasbourg, France, along the way. Sail to Rüdesheim and through the spectacular views of Rhine Gorge. The modern and charming city of Frankfurt is also on your route along the Rhine, and you’ll sail on the Main River to visit an authentic Main River village on your way to Würzburg. Take a guided tour of Bamberg or enjoy a hop garden tour while tasting also a local beer, before reaching Nuremberg to disembark for two nights in Munich. Enjoy a guided tour of King Ludwig’s Neuschwanstein Castle, and visit the mountain village of Oberammergau—known for its once-a-decade production of the Passion Play. Your grand scenic cruise through Germany brings the beauty and charm of its cities and villages to life. From Switzerland to Bavaria and beyond, your German vacation will stay a beautiful memory for years to come!

Please note: Itinerary is based on 2025, and is subject to change. Full details will be confirmed in 2025.
Leisurely On the go

11
Days
3
Countries
Countries
Meals
10breakfasts;
7lunches;
8dinners;
Transport
State-of-the-art, luxurious river cruise vessels with modern services and amenities
Accommodation
Deluxe outside accommodations with Avalon’s exclusive Comfort Collection Beds
Tour Code
WZNEB
Price
*Price per person, based on Twin occupancy for 31 October 2026 departure
CAT D
~Each person on the booking will earn 1 point per $1 spent on their portion of the booking.

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