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Avalon Vista

4-Night Christmastime In Alsace & Germany (Southbound) Cruise from Frankfurt

On Avalon Vista

Frankfurt, Germany (Embarkation), Speyer Excursion To Heidelberg, and Kehl Excursion To Strasbourg, France

Sails Tue, Dec 14, 20274 nightsCruiseOnly

One-wayFrankfurt, Germany (Embarkation)Basel, Switzerland (Disembarkation) · 5 ports

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$809 / night avg · taxes & fees included

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5 ports on this sailing.

Itinerary map — Frankfurt, Germany (Embarkation) → Speyer Excursion To Heidelberg → Kehl Excursion To Strasbourg, France → Breisach, Germany Excursion To Black Forest → Basel, Switzerland (Disembarkation)

Day 11
Frankfurt, Germany (Embarkation)Embark
Sailings from Frankfurt
Day 22
Speyer Excursion To Heidelberg
SPEYER. EXCURSION TO HEIDELBERG Winter Wonders and a Wine Barrel Fit for a King DISCOVERY Take a Guided Tour that includes the magnificent Heidelberg Castle and the Great Vat—the world’s largest wine barrel. After the tour, visit the local German Christmas markets in Heidelberg.Alternatively, enjoy a relaxing sailing morning and explore the sights and sounds, tantalizing treats, and seasonal handiwork of Speyer Christmas markets. DISCOVERY Enjoy an onboard Christmas Traditions Lecture. This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board EVENING/OVERNIGHT TO KEHL(B,L,D)
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Day 33
Kehl Excursion To Strasbourg, France
KEHL. EXCURSION TO STRASBOURG, FRANCE A Gothic Cathedral, Heaven’s Time, and Joyeux NoëlCLASSIC Come along for City Sightseeing, including the city’s gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals and astronomical clock, as well as the magical La Petite France District.You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to beautiful Alsace, for an afternoon in a French wine-country village. Savor the warmth and glow of Christmas tradition by spending your free time this afternoon wandering the French winter markets of Strasbourg. Take in the lights, music, and the pleasures of the season.This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BREISACH(B,L,D)
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Day 44
Breisach, Germany Excursion To Black Forest
BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO BLACK FOREST German Winemaking and the Beautiful Black ForestCLASSIC Join a Guided Tour through storybook Colmar, along the charming canals of the “Little Venice” of France and past countless historic buildings and monuments, OR:CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour to the magical Black Forest to experience local traditions and the vibrant Christmas mood.In the afternoon you may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to explore Freiburg’s medieval city center, or spend your free time to enjoy Breisach’s Christmas MarketsEVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BASEL (B,L,D)
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Day 55
Basel, Switzerland (Disembarkation)Disembark
Sailings from Basel

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$4,437$1,109 / night
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$3,237$809 / night

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About this ship

Experience European river views unlike any other ship can offer. The Avalon Vista's two full decks of suites feature two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform the living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. Enjoy seamless views from your Comfort Collection bed that faces the window. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the space to entertain in your private sitting area or just relax and enjoy the passing vistas.

Ports of call

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Frankfurt, Germany (Embarkation)
Day 1
Sailings from Frankfurt
Frankfurt, Germany (Embarkation)
Speyer Excursion To Heidelberg
Day 2
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Speyer Excursion To Heidelberg
Kehl Excursion To Strasbourg, France
Day 3
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Kehl Excursion To Strasbourg, France
Breisach, Germany Excursion To Black Forest
Day 4
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Breisach, Germany Excursion To Black Forest
Basel, Switzerland (Disembarkation)
Day 5
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Basel, Switzerland (Disembarkation)

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Included

Main dining rooms — Traditional complimentary dining
Pools & fitness — Ship amenities vary by vessel

Extra cost

Internet Corner — Internet Corner.
Specialty dining — Reservations and cover charges may apply
Spa & salon — Treatments at additional cost

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Ship specifications

Bars / Lounges: 7
Dining / Restaurants: 2
Fitness Center: Yes
Kids Friendly: No
Number of Crew: 47
Number of Staterooms: 83
Number of Suites: 67
Registry: Switzerland
Ship Length: 443
Year Built: 2012

Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, and include taxes and port fees where available. Gratuities and optional extras are not included. All fares are subject to availability and may change. Final pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.