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Highlights
City Highlights
Day 1 Lucerne, Switzerland: welcome to Switzerland
Day 2 Lucerne: Guided walking tour, with the Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge
Day 3 Lucerne, Mount Pilatus—Basel (Embarkation): excursion to Mount Pilatus (in case of bad weather, visit the Swiss Transport Museum instead; transfer to Basel to join your ship; onboard welcome reception
Day 4 Breisach: choice of excursion to Black Forest, or visit to Badische Winzerkeller
Day 5 Strasbourg: guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral
Day 6 Mainz: choice of guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat, or hike up Philosophers’ Way, or visit the Gutenberg Museum in Mainz
Day 7 Rüdesheim—Rhine Gorge—Koblenz: visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim; scenic cruise through the Rhine Gorge; free time in Koblenz
Day 8 Cologne: choice of “Cologne Highlights” walking tour, or Jewish Heritage walking tour
Day 9 Amsterdam: canal cruise
Day 10 Amsterdam (Disembarkation)—Paris, France: travel to Paris by high-speed train (first class)
Day 11 Paris: guided sightseeing, Seine river cruise
Day 12 Paris—London, England: travel to London by high-speed Eurostar train (Standard class)
Day 13 London: guided sightseeing, visit St. Paul’s Cathedral (except on Sundays)
Day 14 London: your vacation ends this morning
Notes
In the event of technical or water level issues, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or alter the program, including hotel overnight when necessary. Guided Tours, Optional Excursions, activities, sailing and docking schedules may be contingent on weather conditions or other issues outside of our control and could therefore be subject to change at any time.Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.Due to “Sail Amsterdam” departure August 1 will end in Rotterdam instead of Amsterdam with modifications to the itinerary.
Related Tour Code2
WZA-T1|Festive Season
WZA-T2|With Jewish Heritage (Northbound)
WZA1-T1|Festive Season with 3 Nights in Paris & 3 Nights in London
WZA1-T2|With 3 Nights in Paris & 3 Nights in London with Jewish Heritage
WZA2-T1|Festive Season with 2 Nights in Lucerne, 2 Nights in Paris & 2 Nights in London
WZA2-T2|With 2 Nights in Lucerne, 2 Nights in Paris & 2 Nights in London with Jewish Heritage
WZA3-T1|Festive Season with 2 Nights in Lucerne
WZA3-T2|With 2 Nights in Lucerne with Jewish Heritage
WZA4-T1|Festive Season with 2 Nights in Paris & 2 Nights in London
WZA4-T2|With 2 Nights in Paris & 2 Nights in London with Jewish Heritage
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Itinerary
You’ll start your European vacation tour with a visit to Lucerne, Switzerland. Your Monograms® Local Host® is on hand to assist you with sightseeing, free-time recommendations, and any other assistance you need during your 2-night stay in Lucerne. Enjoy a guided walking tour, including the Lion Monument, Old Town, Chapel Bridge, the Water Tower, Jesuit Church, and an excursion to Mount Pilatus.
Your Rhine River cruise begins in Basel, Switzerland, and takes you through France, Germany, and Holland. You’ll sail to Breisach, gateway to the beautiful Black Forest before venturing on to Strasbourg, France. Sail to Ludwigshafen for an excursion to Heidelberg Castle, or join your Avalon Adventure Host® for a hike up Philosophers’ Way. You can alternatively visit the Gutenberg museum for amazing history of early pioneers of print. Sail to Rüdesheim and through the spectacular Rhine Gorge. You’ll visit Koblenz and Cologne, and arrive in Amsterdam for a guided canal cruise through the colorful city.
Transfer by high-speed train to Paris to start your Monograms vacation package with 2 nights in “The City of Lights”. Enjoy a sightseeing with an expert guide, drive past the Latin Quarter, Les Invalides, Place de la Concorde, Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, and join a Seine river cruise. You’ll enjoy a guided sightseeing in England’s most famous destination, as well as free time to really get to know the city. Sightseeing includes Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and St. Paul’s Cathedral. Your Monograms vacation package includes the expert assistance of your Local Host® in both Paris and London. Your Romantic Rhine River cruise with stays in Lucerne, Paris, and London provides the perfect combination for a guided European vacation of a lifetime.
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- LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND
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- LUCERNE
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- LUCERNE—MOUNT PILATUS—BASEL (EMBARKATION)
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- BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO BLACK FOREST
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- STRASBOURG, FRANCE
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- LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO HEIDELBERG
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- RÜDESHEIM—RHINE GORGE
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- COLOGNE
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- AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND
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- AMSTERDAM (DISEMBARKATION)—PARIS, FRANCE
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- PARIS
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- PARIS—LONDON, ENGLAND
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- LONDON
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- LONDON
Visited Countries: England, France, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland
Visited cities: Amsterdam, Basel, Cologne, Heidelberg, Koblenz, London, Lucerne, Paris, Strasbourg
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Summary
The Avalon Vista's two full decks of suites feature Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique Open-Air Balcony<sup>SM</sup>. Enjoy fresh breezes and enchanting scenery from the comfort of your suite. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites<sup>SM</sup> are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the incomparable opportunity to wake each morning facing the splendid passing scenery. Onboard amenities include a Fitness Center,complimentary computer use in public areas and Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, shade system, whirlpool, and the delightful Sky Bistro.
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Tour Variations
Romantic Rhine – Southbound (8 Days)
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Next Departure: 14-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 2,699.00
Romantic Rhine – Northbound (8 Days)
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Next Departure: 07-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 2,699.00
Romantic Rhine with 3 Nights Paris & 3 Nights London – Northbound (14 Days)
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Next Departure: 14-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 4,762.00
Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights Lucerne, 2 Nights Paris & 2 Nights London – Northbound (14 Days)
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Next Departure: 12-Dec-2019
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Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights Lucerne – Southbound (10 Days)
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Next Departure: 14-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 3,720.00
Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights Lucerne – Northbound (10 Days)
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Next Departure: 12-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 3,720.00
Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights Paris & 2 Nights London – Northbound (12 Days)
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Next Departure: 14-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 4,399.00
Romantic Rhine (Southbound) (8 Days)
One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which takes you across Germany—and touches in Holland, France, and Switzerland! This magnificent river cruise begins in the ever popular, modern city of Amste...
Next Departure: 14-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 2,699.00
Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Southbound) (10 Days)
Your 10-day river cruise vacation includes stays in Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland—all beginning with your Avalon scenic river cruise embarking from Amsterdam. Before sailing down the Rhine River, you’ll enjoy a guided canal cruise through the ...
Next Departure: 14-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 3,720.00
Romantic Rhine (Northbound) (8 Days)
One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which begins in Switzerland and stops in France, Germany, and Holland! Board your vessel in Basel, Switzerland, then head for Breisach, Germany, located at th...
Next Departure: 07-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 2,699.00
Romantic Rhine with 3 Nights in Paris & 3 Nights in London (Northbound) (14 Days)
Your stunning river cruise on the Rhine will commence in Basel, for an amazing vacation which begins in Switzerland and stops in France, Germany, and Holland. You’ll sail to Breisach, your starting point for an excursion to Black Forest. Then venture on t...
Next Departure: 14-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 4,762.00
Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Northbound) (10 Days)
You’ll start your European vacation tour with a visit to gorgeous Lucerne, Switzerland. With services provided by Monograms®, you’ll have a Local Host® to arrange your sightseeing, free-time recommendations, and any other assistance you need during your 2...
Next Departure: 12-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 3,720.00
Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Paris & 2 Nights in London (Northbound) (12 Days)
Your stunning river cruise on the Rhine will commence in Basel, for an amazing vacation which begins in Switzerland and stops in France, Germany, and Holland. You’ll sail to Breisach, your starting point for an excursion to Black Forest. Then venture on t...
Next Departure: 14-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 4,399.00
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