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ONCE UPON THREE RIVERS: THE RHINE, MOSELLE & MAIN - WB

ONCE UPON THREE RIVERS: THE RHINE, MOSELLE & MAIN - WB

2121 Main River Cruises - Avalon Waterways® Photography

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This Central European river cruise will take you across Germany on the Main, Rhine, and Moselle Rivers. Cruise in the company of Brenda Tharp, world-class photographer, who shares onboard presentations. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in a photography contest at the end of your cruise to vote for favorite shots taken on your cruise. You will embark on your river cruise in Nuremberg, Germany, and sail through the fascinating Main Danube Canal to Bamberg. Marvel at the 13th-century Romanesque cathedral and the Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall)—built on an island in the middle of the Regnitz River. You’ll also stop in Wurzburg, the “Pearl of the Romantic Road” and see the magnificent baroque Bishop’s Residenz and the largest ceiling fresco ever painted. There will be many historical sites to see, but you’ll also have time to relax, do some shopping, and stop in a Konditorei (German pastry and coffee shop) for a delicious local favourite and experience a German afternoon tradition!

Your river cruise will continue through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, considered the most enchanting view of the Rhine River. See ancient castles standing majestically on cliffs 400 feet above the water. Get a chance to try some of the best wines Germany has to offer in the wine village of Bernkastel, home to Germany’s largest expanse of vineyards. This beautiful area will fascinate you with its narrow streets and half-timbered houses which have been standing since the Middle Ages. The opportunities to be swept away are countless on this fabulous river cruise vacation as you make your way to the ancient city of Trier, Germany—believed to be even older than Rome. Many remnants of ancient Rome can still be found, such as imperial baths and the Roman Bridge, with stone pilings dating from 144-152 AD.

Day 1: NUREMBERG (EMBARKATION)

Welcome to Germany. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.Flights into Nuremberg must arrive by 3 pm.Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.Set sail while enjoying dinner on your first night onboard.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BAMBERG(D)

Day 2: BAMBERG

The City of Seven HillsJoin your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.CLASSIC 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 churchesDISCOVERY Onboard introduction to photography with our expert Brenda Tharp, world-class photographer.AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WÜRZBURG(B,L,D)

Day 3: WÜRZBURG

A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic RoadCLASSIC 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 MAIN RIVER VILLAGE (B,L,D)

Day 4: MAIN RIVER VILLAGE

Beauty on the Main River Ask about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.CLASSIC Join a Guided Walking Tour of a picturesque Bavarian villageAFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RÜDESHEIM (B,L,D)

Day 5: RÜDESHEIM–RHINE GORGE

Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine CountryDISCOVERY Tour the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; based on your departure enjoy a local special treat, OR:ACTIVE 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 treatThis afternoon, relax on the Sky Deck as you cruise through the magnificent Rhine Gorge.AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BERNKASTEL(B,L,D)

Day 6: BERNKASTEL

German Vineyards of the Moselle ValleyCLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of the charming wine village of Bernkastel—with its medieval marketplace and 17th-century half-timbered houses, OR:ACTIVE Join your Avalon Adventure Host for a Guided Hike to nearby castle ruinsSpend 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.DISCOVERY Join a Wine Tasting to experience the tradition of legendary German wine makingLater, enjoy live entertainment on board while sailing.OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BERNKASTEL(B,L,D)

Day 7: BERNKASTEL, EXCURSION TO TRIER

Old World Charm, and World-Class WineCLASSIC 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:CLASSIC 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 evening, share in an award ceremony for favorite photos taken on your cruise.OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BERNKASTEL(B,L,D)

Day 8: BERNKASTEL (DISEMBARKATION)

Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.Flights should not leave Frankfurt airport before 8 am.(B)

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Duration (Days)
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