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8 Day Avalon Waterways River Cruise from Remich to Frankfurt 2024(WRF)
Active & Discovery on the Moselle
Starting from $3,949Ship(s): Avalon Tranquility II
River Cruise Description
Explore the Moselle in more ways than ever on this Active & Discovery European cruise. You'll board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Remich on the beautiful Moselle River. An excursion to historical Luxembourg City offers unique and dramatic views, as the town is set on two levels-high above on straddling hills and dropping into two river valleys. Alternatively, you can choose a visit to Schengen. Enjoy a guided walk in the charming wine village of Bernkastel and taste some of the region's best wines. Continue on the Moselle River to the picturesque town of Cochem where the Riesling grape is cultivated. Visit Reichsburg Castle, nestled among vineyards and offering breathtaking views of the town and river valley below. Next stop is ancient Koblenz, where you can enjoy a guided walk or visit a local brewery or adventure on a kayak excursion. Sail into the Rhine River to the quintessential Rhine valley town of Rüdesheim. Here visit the amazing Mechanical Musical Instruments Museum, and enjoy a stroll through the town's famous cobblestone Drosselgasse lined with shops, restaurants, and lively taverns. Your river cruise vacation ends in Frankfurt, where you may join a guided sightseeing tour of the city, or visit the Frankenstein castle, or take a bike tour along the riverbanks of the Main and Nidda Rivers.Join us on this Active & Discovery river cruise and experience the Moselle your way. Your Active & Discovery Moselle River cruise can be as active or leisurely as you like!Thanks for your interest!
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I'm sorry, but an error has occurred. Try Again| Departure Date | Ship | Priced From (per person) | |
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| May 19, 2024 | Avalon Tranquility II | $5,198 | Call Us! |
| Sep 18, 2024 | Avalon Tranquility II | $3,949 | Call Us! |
Avalon has designed included activities with a choice of experiences. We invite you to select the tours, activities, and events that interest you most, so you can experience your cruise your way. There are 3 types of included shore excursion on every Europe cruise:
Classic
Your local expert is ready to guide you through the history and heritage of local destinations. You'll marvel at the legends, lore, and spectacular architecture of iconic and historic sites.
Discovery
We've found inspiring and interactive activities to speak to your interests — from cooking classes, to painting workshops — to immerse yourself in each culture you explore.
Active
Embark on energetic excursions to keep you in motion and on the go — from a guided jogging tour of Amsterdam, to biking, paddling, and hiking your way through scenic locales.
- Plus independent exploration options and use of Avalon's exclusive AvalonGO APP.
River Cruise Itinerary
Day 1 REMICH, LUXEMBOURG (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to Luxembourg! Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.Flights into Luxembourg City must arrive by 3.30 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.The day is yours to explore Remich—the Pearl of the Moselle—with panoramic views of surrounding forests and vineyards. Enjoy dinner on board this evening.OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN REMICH
(D)
Day 2 REMICH. EXCURSION TO LUXEMBOURG
Modern Architecture and Local Wine
Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.Discovery
Enjoy a Guided Tour of Schengen, known for the famous agreement which represents one of the major steps towards a unified Europe and the abolishment of inner-European border controls, OR:
Classic
Join a Guided Tour of Luxembourg City—with its dramatic views, ancient ruins, and modern architecture along the deep gorge terrain.
TRIER
Germany’s Oldest City
Classic
After dinner, enjoy a Guided Walking Tour of Trier - Germany’s oldest city with ancient remnants dating from 144-152 AD. Starting from Porta Nigra, walk through the city center.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN TRIER
(B,L,D)
Day 3 BERNKASTEL, GERMANY
Gracious German Vineyards of the Moselle Valley
Active
Head out into the fresh air and hike up to Landshut Castle, OR:
Discovery
Learn about wine in this special region and enjoy a rich Wine Tasting in a local winery, OR:
Classic
Take a Guided Walking Tour of the charming wine village of Bernkastel—with its medieval marketplace and 17th-century gabled timber-framed houses.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO COCHEM
(B,L,D)
Day 4 COCHEM
Reichsburg Castle, Riesling Wine, and the Charm of the Moselle Valley
Active
Bike along the Mosel river with your Adventure Host.
Active
See Cochem from atop, followed by a scenic hike, OR:
Discovery
Take part to a Guided Visit to one of the oldest mustard mills, dating back to 1810. Under the guidance of the head mustard “miller”, you’ll watch mustard being made using traditional skills, more than 200 years of savoir-faire and a recipe that has been passed down several generations, OR:
Classic
Join a Guided Walk of Cochem to see the charming town’s half-timbered houses and winding streets. Visit Cochem’s hilltop Reichsburg Castle with a bird’s-eye-view of the Moselle Valley and river bend.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN COCHEM
(B,L,D)
Day 5 KOBLENZ
Fortress Walls and Manor Halls
In the morning, you may want to choose among the Guided Optional Excursions available or relax on the Sky Deck while sailing to Koblenz.Active
Explore the shores of Eifel’s largest volcanic lake “Laacher See" and visit the Maria Laach Benedictine monastery OR:
Discovery
Join a Guided Tour of a famous local brewery which reputation is based on their traditional way of brewing tasty beers following old recipes. Afterwards taste some of their classical brewed beers, OR:
Classic
Take a Guided City Walk amid ancient fortresses walls, towers, squares and monuments.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN KOBLENZ
(B,L,D)
Day 6 RUDESHEIM–ELTVILLE
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country
Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.This morning, relax on the Sky Deck while passing along the beautiful villages on the Moselle River shores.Active
Take an open-air Cable-Car ride to the Niederwald Monument. Ride or walk back down through the vineyards; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rüdesheimer coffee, OR:
Discovery
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, OR:
Discovery
Follow your local guide through the area surrounding the Hildegard Abbey and learn about the history of this special place. Walk back to the village and taste different local wines.
OVERNIGHT SAILING TO FRANKFURT
(B,L,D)
Day 7 FRANKFURT
Charm in Frankfurt
Active
Take a Guided Bike Tour to discover from a different point of view the city of Frankfurt as well as the picturesque Nidda park, OR:
Discovery
Take a botanical journey through the gorgeous gardens of Frankfurt’s Palmengarten, OR:
Classic
Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Frankfurt to see the city’s cultural landmarks and gleaming financial headquarters combined with the cozy ambience of quaint neighborhoods, OR:
Classic
Explore the historic city of Bad Nauheim with a Guided Walking Tour of this popular spa resort town.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN FRANKFURT
(B,L,D)
Day 8 FRANKFURT (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.(B)
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