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Join Bev and Doug on this Avalon Waterways River Cruise in May 2026 as we cruise the Rhine River from Amsterdam to Basel.

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Why the Rhine River?

One of the most remarkable things about the Rhine is that it has something to offer everyone. History buffs will gravitate to the castles, museums, and interpretive sites. Those looking for spiritual enrichment will rejoice at all the centuries-old cathedrals, synagogues, and churches. Foodies and wine snobs will swoon for aromatic Riesling and crisp rosti potatoes. This is truly a river journey that everyone can rejoice in.

Rhine cruises travel through parts of the Netherlands, Germany, France, and Switzerland. But you'll also be taken back to the Holy Roman Empire, the Mediaeval times, the Enlightenment, and the two World Wars. This river has seen more than its share of both tragedies and triumphs, and is ready to bring you along with it through gorges, cliffs, towns, and ports.

Why an Avalon Waterways cruise?

• Our personal experience working with Avalon has proven the ship, journey, tour guides, and customer service are exceptional.

• A blend of convenience with cultural immersion

• Visit multiple countries without unpacking and packing

• Visit medieval towns with convenient access to town and city centers

• Enjoy the landscapes and scenic views from your cabin and the top deck open air deck

• Let local guides show you around while sharing the culture and history around you

• The ships are small and the feeling is intimate

Cruise details and itinerary?

• Twin cabin. Choose between two beds or single queen.

• Panorama suite with wall to wall panoramic window that opens to the river

• All meals

• Includes a choice of excursion each day

More details about the cruise are found on  the Avalon website by clicking here!

What does it cost?

The cost of the tour starts @ $5704/person

This includes:

• Panorama Suite for two people

• Pre-paid gratuities

• A $750 promotional discount per person ($1500 per couple)

Optional:

• Travel protection is an additional $479 per person ($958 per couple)

Flights

Flights can be booked separately or thru Avalon. We can assist with booking flights.

The tour starts in Amsterdam, Netherlands on May 23rd and ends in Basel, Switzerland on May 30th.

Flights should be booked to arrive in Amsterdam before 3:30pm on May 23rd.

Flights depart from Zurich, Switzerland after 10am on May 30th.

Optionally add pre and/or post days

Sometimes you want to extend a trip like this with more time to explore on your own before and/or after the cruise. Let us know and we can help make that happen.

What’s next?

Contact us and let us know you want to go!

We’ll get you signed up and share next steps.