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7 Day Fly & River Cruise Holiday with £700 Bonus Value Including Exclusive Package Savings & More
Book By 31 May 2026
7 Day Fly & River Cruise Holiday with £700 Bonus Value Including Exclusive Package Savings & More
Economy flights to Basel, returning from Amsterdam
BONUS Shared transfer from airport to port
Discover the fairytale beauty of the Rhine on an 7 day relaxed luxury river cruise from Basel to Amsterdam in an upgraded Panorama Stateroom
Enjoy more onshore adventures with an overnight stay onboard in Amsterdam to enjoy Avalon’s After Dark program
Passing through several of Europe’s most revered countries, the banks of the Rhine river are overflowing with historic treasures, natural beauty and alluring cities. Weaving together a tapestry of history and culture, your journey affords the chance to cross countless UNESCO World Heritage Sites off your list, including the breathtaking landscapes and storybook castles of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley.
BONUS Shared transfer from port to airport
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Transfer from airport to port and embark your 7 night cruise from Basel onboard Avalon Waterways today.
Welcome to Breisach, the perfect base to the mysterious Black Forest. This storybook town is the ideal gateway to uncover the wine and food-loving culture of this German region.
Welcome to Strasbourg, the “Crossroads of Europe”. Located on the border of France and Germany, this historic town uniquely blends the traditional culinary and architectural styles of the two nations. Explore Strasbourg’s vibrant cobbled lanes and half-timbered homes, and don’t forget to delight in a pastry (or two!).
Welcome to Heidelberg, a historic German university town. Don’t miss the incredible ruins of the Renaissance palace, once home to the Imperial Princes. Afterwards, why not sit back and enjoy some local delicacies in the storybook Old Town Square?
Welcome to Rudesheim, a true Rhine wine town surrounded by vineyards, whose fruits can be sampled in the many taverns around town. Later, sailing through the picturesque Rhine Gorge, sure to be one of the highlights of your river cruise. Pass rocky outcrops and cruise around twisting bends to the famous Lorelai or ‘murmuring rock’, where legend claims that enchanting maidens lured unsuspecting sailors to their watery graves.
Welcome to Cologne, one of Germany’s oldest and most beautiful cities. A splendid mix of both old and new, spend your visit exploring both the Old Town, with its beautiful squares, local markets and historical monuments, and the modern city, which was rebuilt after World War 2. Plus, don’t miss the magnificent Gothic Cathedral, a World-Heritage listed sight!
Welcome to Amsterdam, the 17th century capital of Holland, famed for its picturesque canals, vibrant culture, and architectural delights. Meander through charming neighbourhoods, take a bike ride or explore historic gems like the Anne Frank House and the Hague. Enjoy an onboard overnight stay to explore this incredible city.
Transfer from port to airport and farewell Amsterdam today as you disembark from your cruise ship, or ask us about our flexible flights and extend your stay.
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Prices are per person twin share in GBP, and subject to availability and currency fluctuations.
Pricing is subject to change until reservation is confirmed. Please note – Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions are subject to change and availability.
Seasonal and/or flight routing surcharges may apply. Flights may not be direct or operate daily. Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur.
Important – if your cruise holiday package is made up of consecutive back to back sailings, there is a chance that you may be allocated different cabin numbers on each voyage and may be required to change cabins throughout your journey.
Please note upgrade amounts advertised may be based on lead in obstructed view staterooms.
Please note – onboard benefits valued at has been converted into British pounds from the onboard currency. Details of the onboard currency can be provided by your consultant at the time of enquiry. Shore excursions and other items such as alcoholic beverages & laundry are an additional cost. Should onboard gratuities or hotel service charges not already be included in your package, these are mandatory and charged by the cruise line to your onboard account on a day by day basis.
Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice.
Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking.
Please note that a majority of US based (including Hawaii) hotels impose a daily mandatory additional charge that is automatically added to your bill by the hotel. There are various inclusions provided for these resort fees. These fees are separate from, cannot be prepaid prior to arrival and are in addition to our advertised package.
Please note many European hotels charge a nominal daily City Tourist Tax which is utilised locally for tourism-related purposes and to improve the local infrastructure in the area. This tax is collected by the hotels directly from the customer and the amount can vary by region, hotel size or type. Local regulations state this must be collected by the hotel and cannot be prepaid.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have checked the Visa requirements for all countries visited on this itinerary.
U.S.A, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Barbados and Singapore require visas to be arranged prior to sailing for all British passport holders.
For Non-British passport holders please check with the appropriate embassy.
** Low Deposit Policy
Some cruise lines may charge a higher deposit if upgrading from an interior stateroom or adding additional benefits. Your consultant will advise at time of booking.
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