Romantic Rhine
& Majestic Fjords
This extraordinary journey combines a 7 night river cruise from Basel to Amsterdam onboard Avalon Vista with a 7 night ocean cruise roundtrip from Amsterdam onboard Rotterdam. Begin with captivating European river towns, scenic cruising, and included excursions before transitioning to the dramatic fjords of Norway with Holland America’s “Have it All” experience.
With flights, private transfers, hotel stays, excursions, premium drinks, Wi-Fi, and gratuities included, this is the perfect pairing of river intimacy and ocean grandeur – a seamless 14-night voyage filled with culture, nature, and exceptional value.
Itinerary
Day 1: Fly UK to Basel, transfer to port, embark Avalon Vista
Day 2: Breisach, Germany
Day 3: Strasbourg, France
Day 4: Mainz, Germany
Day 5: Rüdesheim, Germany
Day 6: Cologne, Germany
Day 7: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Day 8: Disembark Avalon Vista, transfer to hotel, hotel night 1 in Amsterdam
Day 9: Transfer to port, embark Rotterdam
Day 10: Leisure at sea
Day 11: Eidfjord, Norway
Day 12: Olden, Norway
Day 13: Ålesund, Norway
Day 14: Bergen, Norway
Day 15: Leisure at sea
Day 16: Amsterdam, disembark Rotterdam, transfer to airport, fly UK
It’s all included
Enjoy two styles of cruising in one seamless trip – with excursions, hotel stays, and premium onboard perks already covered, making this a stress-free and enriching escape.
- INCLUDED: Return economy flights from the UK
- INCLUDED: 7 night river cruise onboard Avalon Vista
- INCLUDED: 7 night ocean cruise onboard Rotterdam
- INCLUDED: 1 night hotel stay in Amsterdam
- INCLUDED: All private transfers throughout
- INCLUDED: Dining across a range of complimentary venues onboard
- INCLUDED: Entertainment including live music and performances onboard
- INCLUDED: All port taxes and charges
- INCLUDED: Gratuities and Wi-Fi included
- BONUS: Excursions included at every river port
- BONUS: Wine, beer & soft drinks with lunch and dinner on river cruise
- BONUS: Nightly cocktail hour on river cruise
- BONUS: Have it All Extra package on ocean cruise (Elite drinks, speciality dining night, $100 OBC per person, $100 shore excursion credit per person)
- BONUS: Cruise Club UK Package Savings
From only £3990
Upgrade to Panorama/Vista Suite from £999pp
Travel in Style with Avalon Waterways
Discover the world in comfort aboard Avalon Waterways, a leader in premium river cruising where contemporary design meets scenic exploration. Offering a fleet of sleek, award-winning Suite Ships®, Avalon is known for its signature Panorama Suites® featuring wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows that transform your suite into an open-air balcony. The spacious interiors are elegantly appointed with modern furnishings, plush bedding, and thoughtfully designed living spaces that invite relaxation as the landscape glides by. With Avalon, every journey is paired with gourmet dining experiences, including locally inspired cuisine crafted from fresh, regional ingredients, and served in stylish onboard venues.
Avalon goes beyond traditional cruising with its Avalon Choice® program, giving guests the freedom to personalize every aspect of their voyage. From Active, Discovery, and Classic excursions to complimentary bicycles and guided walking tours, there's an experience for every type of traveler. Enrichment continues onboard with expert-led lectures, wine tastings, and live entertainment that reflects each destination’s culture. Whether gliding along Europe’s iconic rivers or exploring exotic landscapes, Avalon Waterways promises a boutique-style cruise that’s immersive, relaxing, and truly unforgettable.
Travel in Comfort onboard Rotterdam
Description
The Rotterdam, Holland America Line’s newest Pinnacle-class ship, embodies a perfect balance of modern design, classic seafaring tradition, and world-class amenities. Launched in 2021, she features elegant public spaces, a striking atrium, and spacious staterooms designed for both style and comfort. Guests can enjoy culinary excellence at specialty venues such as Rudi’s Sel de Mer and Tamarind, as well as regionally inspired dining in the main restaurants. Entertainment shines across venues like the World Stage with its wraparound LED screens, the Rolling Stone Rock Room, and Lincoln Center Stage. With its focus on enriching experiences, attentive service, and timeless atmosphere, Rotterdam offers a cruise experience that feels both elevated and warmly inviting.
What's Included Onboard
Holland America enhances every voyage aboard Rotterdam with thoughtful inclusions designed for comfort and discovery:
- Dining Options: Multi-course meals in main dining rooms, Lido Market buffet, and casual eateries included in the fare
- Entertainment & Enrichment: Broadway-style shows, live music at Music Walk™, BBC Earth Experiences, cooking demos, and destination talks
- Wellness & Leisure: Access to pools, hot tubs, fitness centre, Greenhouse Spa (treatments additional), and daily activity programmes
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