AVALON WATERWAYS
15 Days | Jewels of Central Europe
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REMICH TO BUDAPEST
Day 1 | Remich, Luxembourg. Welcome to Luxembourg! Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding. The day is yours to explore Remich—the Pearl of the Moselle—with panoramic views of surrounding forests and vineyards. Enjoy dinner on board and an evening cruise to Grevenmacher.(NOTE: Flights into Luxembourg City must arrive by 3 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.) (D)
Day 2 | Grevenmacher. Excursion to Trier. Ancient Worlds, Old World Charm, and World-Class Wine. This afternoon, take a Guided Optional Excursion to Luxembourg City—with its dramatic views, ancient ruins, and modern architecture in its deep gorge terrain. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board while cruising to Bernkastel. (B,L,D)
Classic — Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Trier—Germany’s oldest city with ancient Roman remnants dating from 144-152 AD. Starting from Porta Nigra walk through the city center — OR — Join a history-focused Roman Trier Guided Tour to learn more about the history of Roman civilization in this Moselle River city, and visit the ruins of a 20,000-seat amphitheater, and imperial baths.
Active — Join your Avalon Adventure Host for an early Morning Run on the banks of the Moselle River in beautiful wine country.
Day 3 | Bernkastel, Germany. Gracious German Vineyards of the Moselle Valley. Spend some free time at your leisure this afternoon—with a hike to view the vast vineyard landscapes, a bike ride through the Renaissance-style village, or relax with a glass of German beer. (B,L,D)
Classic — Take a Guided Walking Tour of the charming wine village of Bernkastel—with its medieval marketplace and 17th-century half-timbered houses — OR —
Active — Join your Avalon Adventure Host for a Guided Hike to nearby castle ruins.
Discovery — Join a Wine Tasting to experience the tradition of legendary German wine making.
Day 4 | Cruising the Rhine Gorge. Rudesheim. Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country. Take your morning coffee up to the Sky Deck as you cruise through the magnificent Rhine Gorge. Later, local musicians will join us on board for live entertainment. (B,L,D)
Discovery — Tour the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience — OR —
Active — Take an open-air cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument. Ride or walk back down through the vineyards.
Discovery — Based on your departure date, enjoy either a Coffee Tasting or a Wine Tasting.
Day 5 | Main River Village. Hidden Gems and Bavarian Beauty of a Main River Village. Spend free time biking through the beautiful Bavarian villages on the Main River shores. (B,L,D)
Classic — Join a Guided Walking Tour of a picturesque Bavariann village.
Day 6 | Wurzburg. A Pearl, a Painting, and a Glass of Wine for the Perfect Afternoon. Explore the city on your own or visit a local winery. Later, enjoy onboard entertainment. (B,L,D)
Classic — Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the “Pearl of the Romantic Road” with its Old Main Bridge, towering fortress, and baroque Bishop’s Residenz—with the largest known ceiling fresco.
Day 7 | Bamberg. One Thousand Years of History in the City of Seven Hills. Enjoy free time this afternoon strolling through the city. (B,L,D)
Classic — Take a Guided Walking Tour of the former home to imperial dynasties, and see its Romanesque cathedral, Old Town Hall, and seven hills crowned with churches — OR —
Day 8 | Nuremberg. Excursion to Munich. Modern Munich with Storybook Villages and Fairytale Castles. (B,D)
Classic — Take a full-day Guided Tour of the highlights of fascinating Munich. See Nymphenburg Palace—a former residence of German monarchs, along with the old and new Town Halls of Marienplatz.
Day 9 | Roth. Excursion to Nuremberg. Living Heritage and History Lessons Start the day with a Morning Stretch with the Avalon Adventure Host, and dock in Roth for a day of fascinating excursions. (B,L,D)
Classic — Choose a Guided Tour of Nuremberg’s medieval architecture, gilded fountain, gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle — OR — Take a Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds—used by the Third Reich.
Discovery — Enjoy an Onboard Lecture about the Main-Danube Canal—linking these two rivers to make a vital connection enabling navigation between the North and Black seas.
Day 10 | Regensburg. Magical Regensburg—Bavaria’s Medieval Miracle. You might choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the Benedictine Monastery in Weltenburg. Spend a free afternoon exploring Regensburg on foot or by bike through its charming streets. This evening, enjoy live entertainment after dinner as you cruise toward Passau. (B,L,D)
Classic — Join a Guided City Walk and see the Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria—built in 179 AD as the entrance to Castra Regina fortress.
Discovery — Later, indulge in a Beer Tasting on board.
Day 11 | Passau. Linz, Austria. Go for Baroque in Passau–Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers Meet. Sail to Linz this afternoon, or join your ship in Linz after your selected full-day excursion. Enjoy a free afternoon to linger in Linz. Take a bicycle from the ship and cyle along the Danube, or follow one of Linz’s many nature trails for a bird’s-eye view of the city and river below.(B,L,D)
Classic — Join a Guided City Walk through Passau to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers.” Alternatively, you may join a full-day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg—the city of Mozart, or consider a Guided Optional Excursion to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov.
Day 12 | Melk. Cruising the Wachau Valley. Striking Frescoes and Breathtaking Views of the Wachau Valley. Enjoy a coffee or cocktail on the Sky Deck as you sail through the picturesque Wachau Valley to Vienna. This evening in Vienna, you may choose to attend an Optional Excursion to a Royal Waltz Concert for an unforgettable evening of music in an elegant hall.(B,L,D)
Classic — Take a Guided Tour of Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to marvel at its frescoed ceilings, statues, incredible library, and ornate pipe organ — OR —
Active — Join your Avalon Adventure Host for a Guided Hike through Melk’s beautiful countryside.
Day 13 | Vienna. Royal Collections, Amusing Attractions, and Culinary Confections. Later, relax on board with live entertainment as you sail to Budapest. (B,L,D)
Classic — Venture into the Habsburg empire this morning on a Guided City Tour of Vienna’s gilded landmarks. See the Imperial Palace complex—the winter residence of the Imperial Family, the historic Vienna Opera House and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral.
Day 14 | Budapest, Hungary. The Pearl of the Danube in the Heart of Europe. Take free time to enjoy Budapest’s famed thermal baths. You can also take a scenic hike in the hills above the Danube. Take time to explore the city’s cafés, pubs, and nightlife at your leisure. (B,L,D)
Classic — Enjoy a Guided City Sightseeing, including the iconic Heroes’ Square.
Day 15 | Budapest. Disembark. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
NOTE: Itinerary is subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the itinerary schedule you receive with your final documents.)
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