Romantic Rhine

Your travel itinerary

There are multiple departure dates in 2027 for this river cruise. Talk to us about specific departure dates.

Day 1 - Amsterdam, The Netherlands (Embarkation) D

Enjoy a free day exploring Amsterdam at your leisure. During tulip season, join a Guided Optional Excursion to Keukenhof Gardens. Overnight docking in Amsterdam.

Day 2 - Amsterdam B L D

Choose from two classic excursions to discover the beauty of Amsterdam - either a Guided Walking Tour or a Guided Canal Cruise.
Afternoon/overnight cruise to Cologne.

Day 3 - Cologne, Germany B L D

Choose from:
Active Excursion - Enjoy a bike ride like the locals in Cologne with your Adventure Host.
Classic Excursion - Choose a Guided Walking Tour of Cologne's important Jewish heritage sites.
Classic Excursion - Take a Guided City Walk of Cologne—with its soaring twin-steepled gothic cathedral.
Later, local musicians join us on board for live entertainment. Overnight cruise to Rüdesheim.

Day 4 - Rhine Gorge - Rüdesheim B L D

En route to Rüdesheim, sail through the Rhine Gorge (a UNESCO World Heritage site). Take in the breathtaking views of ancient castles perched on cliffs 400 feet above the water and pass the legendary Rock of the Lorelei—where the mythological siren's songs lured ill-fated sailors.
Choose from:
Active Excursion - Enjoy a hike with your Avalon Adventure Host through the picturesque vineyards of Rüdesheim; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rüdesheimer coffee.
Classic Excursion - Take a Guided Tour of the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rüdesheimer coffee.
Discovery Excursion - Take a Guided Visit to the historic 18th-century wooden-barrel cellar of Johannisberg Castle and enjoy a delicious wine tasting.
Overnight cruise to Ludwigshafen.

Day 5 - Ludwigshafen. Excursion to Heidelberg B L D

Choose from:
Active Excursion - Join your Avalon Adventure Host for an inspiring walk in Heidelberg, the Philosophers' Way.
Classic Excursion - Join a Guided Visit to Schwetzingen Palace—the heart of a stunning site consisting of the palace, palace gardens, and historic palace square.
Classic Excursion - Enjoy a Guided Tour to Heidelberg Castle to see the ruins of the magnificent renaissance treasure towering above the city, and its famed Great Vat, the "World's Largest Wine Barrel."
Afternoon/overnight cruise to Kehl.

Day 6 - Kehl. Excursion to Strasbourg, France B L D

Active Excursion - Discover Strasbourg by bike with your Adventure Host.
Classic Excursion - Join a City Sightseeing Tour, including Strasbourg's Gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals and astronomical clock, as well as the magical La Petite France District.
Choose a Guided Optional Excursion to the historic Maginot Line—the pre-WWII fortifications designed to protect the eastern border of France—or visit Alsace's wine country today.
Alternatively, take some free time in Strasbourg to visit a museum, or stroll across the city centre.
Evening/overnight cruise to Breisach.

Day 7 - Breisach, Germany. Excursion to Black Forest B L D

Active Excursion - Take a Guided E-bike Tour to experience the magical Black Forest from a unique point of view.
Classic Excursion - Join a full-day Guided Tour to the magical Black Forest to experience the Vogtsbauernohf open-air museum, visit an authentic water mill, and see a traditional butter-making demonstration.
Classic Excursion - Join a Guided Tour to explore Freiburg's medieval city centre, sheltered by the Black Forest amid vineyards and gardens of the Upper Rhine Valley.
You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar, with its half-timbered medieval and early renaissance buildings.
Evening/overnight cruise to Basel.

Day 8 - Basel, Switzerland (Disembarkation) B

Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. 

Inclusions

• Avalon’s award-winning Suite Ships featuring the grandest views in river cruising
• All meals on board, with world-class menus and flexible dining styles
• Regional beer & wine with your meals, and a complimentary happy hour each night
• Your choice of immersive daily onshore excursions, with Classic, Active & Discovery options
• A professional Cruise Director & Avalon Adventure Host
• Free Wi-Fi onboard, port charges & onboard gratuities

Cost

*This is a cash price. Credit cards will incur a 1.5% fee. This priced is based on 16 November 2027 departure. Prices and savings are correct based on the lowest rate as of 14 September 2026 and subject to change without notice. All pricing is per person, twin share, includes applicable savings and is subject to availability. Deluxe Stateroom is based on Category E or D and Panorama Suite is based on Category B or A. Itinerary and costs subject to change, airline and fuel charges and currency fluctuations prior to final payment

Exclusions

Please note this is a River Cruise package only. Talk to us about flight options and extending your stay pre/post cruise.

Travel Insurance

We strongly recommend all clients purchase travel insurance to protect against cancellations, lost items, and delays that could lead to unexpected costs. Please ask us for a quote.