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Themed Cruises<\/h3>\n
The options of 2020 Avalon Waterways River Cruises include itineraries to please almost every cruiser. Most of their cruises offer several options to choose how you\u2019d like to explore each city and expand your horizons. They also offer so many options for types of themed European river cruises available.<\/p>\n
One of the following cruises might suit your passions perfectly. Every European port is replete with its own fascinating history, cuisine, culture, and customs. See which one of the themed Avalon Waterways River Cruises of 2020 excites you most.<\/p>\n
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Wine River Cruises<\/h3>\n
\u00a0<\/strong>Avalon is known for cruises that include visits to wineries in Europe. On your cruise, you’ll have a \u201cMaster of Wine\u201d traveling with you to present lectures, tastings and food and wine pairings. In port, you’ll visit the ancient cellars of wine masters, makers, and merchants. Wine cruises<\/a><\/u> include:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you’re a photographer, amateur or professional, imagine traveling the beautiful Seine River on a cruise designed just for you. This exciting cruise includes a cast of seasoned photographers with international backgrounds and finely honed skills. They offer instruction and inspiration to everyone, even if you are a beginner. Your skill level will increase each day as you cruise through amazing backdrops for your images. France\u2019s scenery is incredible and cruising along the Seine presents never-ending opportunities to capture exquisite images. Meet and make friends with other photographers and share experiences and knowledge. Join in a photo contest and receive feedback from expert photographers who will encourage your love for photography.<\/p>\n Imagine a day touring the cobbled streets of an old city as you make your way to an ancient castle. If bicycling is more your speed, there are plenty of excursions to keep you busy. Avalon offers three choices of daily excursions which are Classic, Discovery, and Active. This way you can explore each port at your pace with tours, sites, and pace of excursion that fits your desires best. Choose the excursion that fits your mood for the day.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you are a foodie or love to experience a culture through food, cooking and other culinary activities, you\u2019ll love these types of Europe river cruises. During your cruise, you may enjoy exciting a special dinner in Northern France where you will be treated to the specialties of a local who will prepare regional dishes and offer food preparation tips. Or those participating in the “Taste of Normandy” excursion will enjoy wine and cider tastings, a distillery visit, and some delicious easy-to-make recipes.<\/p>\n While onboard your ship, learn about the poignant Jewish history<\/a><\/u> of the area from a renowned expert who lectures about the important sites and events that played a part in the Holocaust. Budapest is home to the world’s second-largest synagogue, and in Regensburg you can visit the Document Neupfarrplatz museum with remains of a medieval Jewish ghetto and an ancient synagogue. Terezen was one of Czechoslovakia’s largest concentration camps where you can visit the touching memorial dedicated to the Jews imprisoned there.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Garden and Nature cruises, Beer cruises, Christmas cruises, and History cruises are also part of Avalon Waterway’s themed River Cruises. Each cruise has a select group of port stops. See a list of many of our other Avalon Waterways river cruises here<\/a>, or call us for more details on our themed river cruises. If you want to have a particular city on your cruise itinerary, call us at 1.888.804.CRUISE (2784)<\/a> and we’ll find the perfect Avalon Waterways European river cruise to fit your personal preference, schedule, desired itinerary and budget.<\/p>\n As with every cruise we book, we’ll get you the very best deals and discounts available with no charge ever for our services. We can answer all your questions, as well as book flights (when needed), hotels, your cruise, excursions, and more. Our job is to book your trip stress-free, save you money and time, eliminate guesswork, and give you more time to enjoy your amazing cruise. We can help you with all your cruise-related questions, and we love doing it. Visit our webpage at CruiseExperts.com<\/a><\/u>, check out our Facebook page<\/a>,<\/u> and join the InnerCircle<\/a> for exclusive offers. 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Photography River Cruises<\/h3>\n
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Culinary River Cruises<\/h3>\n
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Jewish Heritage River Cruises<\/h3>\n
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