Avalon Waterways 8 Nights Western Europe

German Grandeur For Beer Enthusiasts (Westbound)

Avalon Tranquility II • Embarkation: Nuremberg

Voyage Overview

Embark Date 11-Nov-2026
Disembark Date 19-Nov-2026
Duration 8 Nights
Vessel Avalon Tranquility II

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Nuremberg, Germany (Embarkation)

NUREMBERG, GERMANY (EMBARKATION) Welcome to Germany. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Nuremberg must arrive by 3:30 pm.Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.Enjoy dinner and explore the ship on your first night on board as you sail.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BAMBERG(D)

Day 2: Bamberg

BAMBERG The City of Seven HillsVisit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.ACTIVE Your bike is ready! Hop on and bike along the canals in Bamberg with your Adventure Host, OR:CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of the historic home to imperial dynasties, and see its Romanesque cathedral, Old Town Hall, and seven hills crowned with churches.AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WÜRZBURG(B,L,D)

Day 3: Wurzburg

WÜRZBURG A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic Road You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the beautiful Bavarian town of Rothenburg. See the local sights and enjoy the fairytale atmosphere that has inspired artists. ACTIVE Explore Würzburg's charm by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:CLASSIC 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.Enjoy live entertainment on board while sailing tonight.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MILTENBERG(B,L,D)

Day 4: Miltenberg

MILTENBERG Beauty on the Main RiverCLASSIC Join a Guided Walking Tour of Miltenberg, a showcase of medieval half-timber homes and home to Germany’s oldest inn.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO FRANKFURT (B,L,D)

Day 5: Frankfurt Excursion To Seligenstadt

FRANKFURT EXCURSION TO SELIGENSTADT Charm in FrankfurtACTIVE Enjoy a biking experience in the city of Frankfurt with your Adventure Host, OR: DISCOVERY Take a Guided Tour to Seligenstadt—one of Germany’s oldest towns and home to the Einhard Basilika—dubbed “minor basilica” in 1925 by Pope Pius XI, 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.Spend free time this afternoon exploring Frankfurt on your own. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BOPPARD(B,L,D)

Day 6: Boppard

BOPPARD A Peaceful Jewel in the Rhine GorgeThis morning, stretch out on the Sky Deck as you pass through the spectacular Rhine Gorge on your way to Rüdesheim.RHINE GORGE–RÜDESHEIMEat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine CountryACTIVE Enjoy a hike with your Adventure Host through the picturesque vineyards of Rüdesheim, OR:DISCOVERY Tour the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rüdesheimer coffee.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO STRASBOURG(B,L,D)

Day 7: Strasbourg, France

STRASBOURG, FRANCE A Grand Cathedral and La Petite FranceJoin your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.CLASSIC Join a City Tour of Strasbourg’s sights, including its Gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals and astronomical clock, as well as the magical La Petite France District.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BREISACH(B,L,D)

Day 8: Breisach, Germany (Black Forest)

BREISACH, GERMANY (BLACK FOREST) German Winemaking and the Beautiful Black ForestDISCOVERY Join a full-day guided tour to the magical Black Forest to experience the Vogtsbauernohf open-air-museum, visit and authentic water mill, and see a traditional butter-making demonstration, OR:ACTIVE Enjoy the view on a relaxing bike ride along the Rhine with your Adventure Host, OR:CLASSIC Join A Guided Tour to explore Freiburg’s medieval city center, 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 in the morning.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BASEL(B,L,D)

Day 9: Basel, Switzerland (Disembarkation)

BASEL, SWITZERLAND (DISEMBARKATION) Your cruise ends this morning with breakfast.Departure flights should not leave Zürich airport before 10 am or Basel airport before 8 am. (B)

About Avalon Tranquility II

Avalon Tranquility II
  • Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways
  • Guest Capacity: 2 guests
  • Vessel Type: Luxury River Vessel
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Starting From
$4,563
per person / based on double occupancy
Category Estimates
Inside Cabin: Call
Oceanview Cabin: $4,563
Private Balcony: Call
Luxury Suite: $6,619
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