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Experience Central Europe’s gems along the Rhine, Moselle, and Main Rivers your way with a Monograms® vacation package in Paris and London after your European river cruise. 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. Board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Nuremberg and take a tour of the city’s medieval architecture and amazing sights.

Sail to Bamberg to see the home of imperial dynasties. Next stop is Würzburg— the “Pearl of the Romantic Road.” Cruise to Rüdesheim and through the spectacular views of the Wachau Valley to the wine village of Bernkastel. Your next stop will bring you to the ancient city of Trier. Along the enchanting Moselle River, make your way to Remich, Luxembourg to disembark from your Avalon river cruise, and transfer via high-speed train to Paris to start your Monograms vacation. Guided sightseeing is included in “The City of Light” with an expert guide driving past the Latin Quarter, Les Invalides, Place de la Concorde, Eiffel Tower, and the Arc de Triomphe. Also, enjoy a Seine River cruise and free time to explore with tips from your Monograms Local Host®.

Continue with a trip to London for guided sightseeing, including Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and St. Paul’s Cathedral, as well as free time to discover London your way.

Day 1: NUREMBERG, GERMANY (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 photographerAFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WÜRZBURG(B,L,D)

Day 3: WÜRZBURG

A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic Road 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. 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 RiverAsk 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 Valley CLASSIC 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.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO REMICH(B,L,D)

Day 7: REMICH, LUXEMBOURG. 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 bathsThis afternoon, take a Guided Optional Excursion to Luxembourg City—with its dramatic views, ancient ruins, and modern architecture in its deep gorge terrain.This evening, share in an award ceremony for favorite photos taken on your cruise.OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN REMICH (B,L,D)

Day 8: REMICH (DISEMBARKATION)–PARIS, FRANCE

Transfer from your ship to the train station in Luxembourg City. Travel by high-speed train to Paris, where you begin your Monograms package.(B)

Day 9: PARIS

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.(B)

Day 10: PARIS–LONDON, ENGLAND

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

Day 11: LONDON

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.(B)

Day 12: LONDON

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

Details

Tour Operator: Avalon
Duration (Days): 12

Itinerary ▼

Day 1: NUREMBERG, GERMANY (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 photographerAFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WÜRZBURG(B,L,D)
Day 3: WÜRZBURG
A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic Road 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. 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 RiverAsk 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 Valley CLASSIC 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.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO REMICH(B,L,D)
Day 7: REMICH, LUXEMBOURG. 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 bathsThis afternoon, take a Guided Optional Excursion to Luxembourg City—with its dramatic views, ancient ruins, and modern architecture in its deep gorge terrain.This evening, share in an award ceremony for favorite photos taken on your cruise.OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN REMICH (B,L,D)
Day 8: REMICH (DISEMBARKATION)–PARIS, FRANCE
Transfer from your ship to the train station in Luxembourg City. Travel by high-speed train to Paris, where you begin your Monograms package.(B)
Day 9: PARIS
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.(B)
Day 10: PARIS–LONDON, ENGLAND
Travel to London by high-speed Eurostar train (Standard class).(B)
Day 11: LONDON
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.(B)
Day 12: LONDON
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

ONCE UPON 3 RIVERS: THE RHIN E MOSELLE MAIN W/PAR & LON