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10 Day Avalon Waterways River Cruise from Paris to Amsterdam 2027(WRAQ)
The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards and Castles with 2 nights in Paris
Starting from $4,420
Ship(s): Avalon Tranquility II
River Cruise Description
Begin your Avalon river cruise vacation with two nights in romantic Paris before your cruise. Explore the "City of Light" with a guided city tour to see all the must-see sights! Take a high-speed train from Paris to Luxembourg City, where you will enjoy a guided sightseeing. Continue to Remich and board your Avalon Suite Ship® on the beautiful Moselle River. A guided sightseeing tour of Trier reveals ancient remnants dating from 144-152 AD in Germany's oldest city! Continue your journey with guided walk in the charming wine village of Bernkastel and taste some of the region's best wines. Cruise the Moselle River to the picturesque town of Cochem where the Riesling grape is cultivated and soar above Koblenz on a cable car ride to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress for a spectacular panoramic view. Discover Düsseldorf by bike, bites, or fascinating sights. Step through history in 2,000-year-old Nijmegen-the oldest town in the Netherlands that still perseveres from the Roman era to WWII and today. Your European river cruise on the Rhine and the Moselle Rivers takes you to both the spectacular and the charming destinations of France and Germany.Get More Cruise Info
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| Departure Date | Ship | Priced From (per person) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 2027 | Avalon Tranquility II | $4,420 | Call Us! |
| Aug 21, 2027 | Avalon Tranquility II | $5,070 | Call Us! |
| Sep 23, 2027 | Avalon Tranquility II | $5,070 | 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 PARIS, FRANCE
Welcome to Paris!Arrive in France’s capital and City of Light on the River Seine, where romance fills the air! Enjoy free time to explore the city at your own pace today.Day 2 PARIS
Images, Music, and Art
Classic
Join a Guided City Tour featuring the iconic sites of Paris, which make the City of Light the most romantic and remarkable city in the world.
(B)
Day 3 PARIS–REMICH, LUXEMBOURG (EMBARKATION)
Your Avalon Suite Ship Awaits! This morning, board a high-speed train for Luxembourg City.Classic
Join a Guided Tour of Luxembourg City—with its dramatic views, ancient ruins, and modern architecture along the deep gorge terrain.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN REMICH
(B,D)
Day 4 REMICH–TRIER
Old World Charm
Ask about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.This morning, enjoy free time to explore Remich—the Pearl of the Moselle—with panoramic views of surrounding forests and vineyards.During lunch time, enjoy leisurely sailing to Trier.Classic
Take a Guided Sightseeing 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 5 BERNKASTEL, GERMANY
Castle Vines and German Wines
This morning, enjoy leisurely sailing to Bernkastel.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 6 COCHEM
The Charm of the Moselle Valley
Active
See Cochem from atop, hike up to an excellent viewpoint with your Adventure Host and visit Reichsburg Castle, OR:
Discovery
Take part in 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 through its half-timbered houses and winding streets. Visit the hilltop Reichsburg Castle with a bird’s-eye-view of the Moselle Valley.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN KOBLENZ
(B,L,D)
Day 7 KOBLENZ–COLOGNE
Fortress Walls and Manor Halls
Ask about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.Classic
Enjoy a leisurely Guided Walk of ancient Koblenz, including a cable car ride to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress for a spectacular panoramic view.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO DÜSSELDORF
(B,L,D)
Day 8 DÜSSELDORF
Avant-Garde Architecture and Amazing Altbiers
Active
Join your Adventure Host and explore the city of Düsseldorf by bike, OR:
Discovery
Experience Düsseldorf’s Old Town and get an insight into its culinary diversity, OR:
Classic
Join a Guided Tour of Düsseldorf. Visit the Old Town, but also discover its spectacular subway line, where each station has a uniquely magic character all its own.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NIJMEGEN
(B,L,D)
Day 9 NIJMEGEN, HOLLAND
WWII Valor and Famous Mills
Classic
Join a Guided Tour of Nijmegen— the oldest town in the Netherlands. Learn how this city was first built more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans and see the archaeological Roman-era ruins in the city that was also damaged in WWII, OR:
Classic
Join a Guided Tour of the Airborne Museum of Hartenstein commemorating the 1944 WWII Battle of Arnhem.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM
(B,L,D)
Day 10 AMSTERDAM (DISEMBARKATION)
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.(B)
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