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Overview

Experience your European vacation your way with two nights each in London, Paris, and Prague added to your Avalon river cruise the Rhine, Moselle, and Main Rivers. Begin with two nights each in London and Paris on a Monograms® vacation package. Enjoy guided sightseeing, including iconic landmarks of Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and St. Paul’s Cathedral. Travel by high-speed Eurostar train to Paris, and explore with an expert guide and a drive past the Latin Quarter, Les Invalides, Place de la Concorde, Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, You’ll also enjoy a Seine River cruise in the “City of Light,” with your Monograms Local Host® never far away with helpful tips and assistance in both Paris and London.

Board your high-speed train to Remich, Luxembourg to board your Avalon Suite Ship®. Cruise along the banks of the Moselle River in beautiful wine country. Take a guided sightseeing tour of Trier, enjoy a guided walk in the charming wine village of Bernkastel, and cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge on your way to Rüdesheim. Continue to Würzburg — “Pearl of the Romantic Road” —and then to Nuremberg, with a stop to visit the marvelous sights of medieval Bamberg. Conclude your European river cruise your way with two nights in the Golden City” of Prague, including guided sightseeing of the Astronomical Clock and visit Hradčany Castle grounds. The perfect ending to a dream European vacation with Avalon and Monograms.

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Itinerary

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 three types of included shore excursion on every Europe cruise:

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.

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.

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.

Classic

<p>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.</p>

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.

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.

Day 1 LONDON, ENGLAND

Welcome to England.
Your Monograms Local Host® will help you get the most out of your two nights in London.

Day 2 LONDON

Meals included:
Breakfast

Morning guided sightseeing includes all of London’s famous landmarks. Drive past the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben; Westminster Abbey, where Prince William and Catherine, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, were married; Whitehall’s mounted horseguards; the Prime Minister’s Downing Street; Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly Circus. Then, visit St. Paul’s Cathedral (except on Sundays). Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece with its world-famous dome is an iconic feature of London’s skyline.

Day 3 LONDON–PARIS, FRANCE

Meals included:
Breakfast

Travel to Paris by high-speed Eurostar train (Standard class).

Day 4 PARIS

Meals included:
Breakfast

Morning guided sightseeing includes a drive past the Latin Quarter, Les Invalides, Place de la Concorde, the Arc de Triomphe and a stop to take photos of the Eiffel Tower from one of the best panoramic viewing points. Also admire the heart of the city from a different perspective on a Seine River cruise. Embark your comfortable boat near the Eiffel Tower and spend a relaxing hour gliding by many of the city's important landmarks such as the L'Institut de France; Notre Dame Cathedral; Hôtel de Ville, the city's municipal headquarters; the Conciergerie, formerly a notorious prison where Marie-Antoinette spent the last days of her life; famous Louvre Palace and museum; and much more.

Day 5 PARIS–REMICH, LUXEMBOURG (EMBARKATION)

Meals included:
Breakfast
Dinner

Travel by high-speed train (First class) to Luxembourg City, then transfer to Remich where you board your Suite Ship® and start your Avalon river cruise.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN REMICH

Day 6 REMICH. EXCURSION TO TRIER

Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Ancient Worlds and Old World Charm
Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.

Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Trier—Germany’s oldest city with ancient Roman remnants dating from 144-152 AD. Starting from Porta Nigra walk through the city center, OR:

Join a history-focused Roman Trier Guided Tour to learn more about the history of Roman civilization in this Moselle River city, and visit the ruins of a 20,000-seat amphitheater, and imperial baths.

This afternoon, take a Guided Optional Excursion to Luxembourg City—with its dramatic views, ancient ruins, and modern architecture in its deep gorge terrain.
Later, enjoy live entertainment on board while cruising to Bernkastel.

EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BERNKASTEL

Day 7 BERNKASTEL, GERMANY

Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

German Vineyards of the Moselle Valley

Take a Guided Walking Tour of the charming wine village of Bernkastel—with its medieval marketplace and 17th-century half-timbered houses, OR:

Join your Avalon Adventure Host for a Guided Hike to nearby castle ruins.

Spend some free time at your leisure this afternoon, perhaps biking through the Renaissance-style village, or visiting a café to sample Apfelkuchen or other wonderful German desserts.

Join a Wine Tasting to experience the tradition of legendary German wine making.

AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RÜDESHEIM

Day 8 RHINE GORGE–RÜDESHEIM

Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country
This morning relax on the Sky Deck as you cruise through the magnificent Rhine Gorge.

Tour the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; based on your departure enjoy a local special treat, OR;

Take an open-air Cable Car Ride to the Niederwald Monument. Ride or walk back down through the vineyards; based on your departure enjoy a local special treat.

Later, local musicians will join us on board for live entertainment.

EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAIN RIVER VILLAGE

Day 9 MAIN RIVER VILLAGE

Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Beauty on the Main River

Join a Guided Walking Tour of a picturesque Bavarian village.

Spend free time biking through the beautiful Bavarian village on the Main River shores.

EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WÜRZBURG

Day 10 WÜRZBURG

Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic Road
Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.

Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Würzburg with its Old Main Bridge, towering fortress, and baroque Bishop’s Residenz—with the largest known ceiling fresco.

Explore the city on your own or visit a local winery.
Later, enjoy onboard entertainment.

EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BAMBERG

Day 11 BAMBERG

Meals included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

The City of Seven Hills

Take a Guided Walking Tour of the former home to imperial dynasties, and see its Romanesque cathedral, Old Town Hall, and seven hills crowned with churches.

AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NUREMBERG

Day 12 NUREMBERG (DISEMBARKATION)

Meals included:
Breakfast

Legends and History Lessons

Take a Guided Tour of Nuremberg’s medieval architecture, gilded fountain, gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle.

Your vacation continues with a transfer to Prague.

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

Welcome to the Golden City of Prague—Explore the City of 100 Spires
Stroll through the exquisite streets of the city and spend a free evening in one of Prague’s cafés for dinner and Czech Beer.

Day 13 PRAGUE

Meals included:
Breakfast

The Charles Bridge and Europe’s Best Beer

Take a Guided City Walk to visit Hradčany Castle Grounds; see St. Vitus Cathedral, and Astronomical Clock.

Later, you may decide to join a Guided Optional Excursion as your expert local guide reveals the secrets of Prague with a visit to Charles Bridge and Malá Strana—two of Prague’s most romantic and picturesque spots.
Take time to mingle with the locals and be mesmerized by street performers in Wenceslas Square, or browse the market stalls at Charles Bridge. Consider sampling delicious plum dumplings and traditional Pilsner Lager beside the Vltava River.

Day 14 PRAGUE

Meals included:
Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

Questions? Our travel specialists can help with any queries, quotes or special requirements. Request a callback or email us.

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.