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Active & Discovery on the Rhine (Northbound)

Frankfurt to Amsterdam
Jun - Oct 2021

Active & Discovery on the Rhine (Northbound)

Jun - Oct 2021 | Frankfurt to Amsterdam

starting from:
$5,543 NOW $3,467 CAD
w/ FREE Roundtrip AIR*, Taxes & Fees Included
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INCLUDES

  • FREE Roundtrip AIR* (select 12 Canadian Cities View Details )
  • With
  • FREE Transfers (on the day of embarkation & disembarkation)
  • FREE Pre-paid Gratuities
    (value of $44 CAD/couple/day Onboard, Tour Guides & Drivers)
  • FREE Drinks
    Wine, Beer & Soft Drinks w/ Onboard Lunch & Dinner
  • FREE Shipboard Credit
    (up to US$**)
  • FREE WiFi
  • FREE Guided Tours
  • FREE Bicycles for checkout
  • ALL Government Taxes & Fees Included
  • PLUS Travel Insurance‡
    Trip Cancellation & Trip Interruption
    NO AGE LIMIT | PRE-EXISTING CONDITION WAIVED | NO MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE
    See: Summary of Coverage / Insurance Policy/ Resolution Policy
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Jun 01, 2021
aboard Expression
MARKET FARE
MARKET
EXCLUSIVE FARE
EXCLUSIVE
TORONTO
VANCOUVER
$5,543
$3,467
$
$6,493
$4,866
$
UP TO
$4,152
 

Jul 13, 2021
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MARKET
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TORONTO
VANCOUVER
$5,792
$3,716
$
$6,493
$4,916
$
UP TO
$4,152
 

Aug 24, 2021
aboard Expression
MARKET FARE
MARKET
EXCLUSIVE FARE
EXCLUSIVE
TORONTO
VANCOUVER
$5,543
$3,467
$
$6,493
$4,866
$
UP TO
$4,152
 

Oct 05, 2021
aboard Expression
MARKET FARE
MARKET
EXCLUSIVE FARE
EXCLUSIVE
TORONTO
VANCOUVER
$5,490
$3,714
$
$6,440
$5,113
$
UP TO
$3,552
 

 *Free Roundtrip Economy Airfare from the following gateways: Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, Montreal, Ottawa, Quebec City, Regina, Saskatoon, Toronto, Vancouver, Victoria, Winnipeg. Other Canadian gateways also available with an air add-on of $199 CAD per person. Transfers included with Avalon Air during embarkation and disembarkation days and where Hotel Program was included by Avalon for the cruise.

Frankfurt to Amsterdam

Avalon has designed included activities with a choice of experiences. We invite you to select the tours, activities, and events that interest you most, so you can experience your cruise your way. There are 3 types of included shore excursion on every Europe cruise:

Classic
Your local expert is ready to guide you through the history and heritage of local destinations. You’ll marvel at the legends, lore, and spectacular architecture of iconic and historic sites.
Discovery
We’ve found inspiring and interactive activities to speak to your interests - from cooking classes, to painting workshops - to immerse yourself in each culture you explore.
Active
Embark on energetic excursions to keep you in motion and on the go - from a guided jogging tour of Amsterdam, to biking, paddling, and hiking your way through scenic locales.
  • Plus independent exploration options and use of our exclusive AvalonGO APP.

(B) = Breakfast   (L) = Lunch   (D) = Dinner


Day 1

(D)

FRANKFURT, GERMANY (EMBARKATION)

Welcome to Germany. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.

Flights into Frankfurt must arrive before 3 pm.

Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN MAINZ


Day 2

(B, L, D)

MAINZ. EXCURSIONS TO ELTVILLE

Fantastical Forests and Famous Vineyards

Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.

Active
For some exercise before lunch, join a Guided Nature Walk along one of the Rheinsteig walking trails through Eltville’s idyllic forest and vineyards, OR:


Discovery
Join a Guided Walk through the historic Old Town of Eltville am Rhein, well known as the City of Wine, with a Wine Tasting included, OR:


Classic
Visit the Romanesque Beauty of Eberbach Monastery, the filming location of almost all the interior scenes of Umberto Eco’s dark medieval murder mystery “The Name of the Rose”.

Sail to Rüdesheim this afternoon, where you will have time to discover this picturesque village.

Enjoy dinner on board while cruising to Bingen this evening.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BINGEN


Day 3

(B, L, D)

RHINE GORGE–BOPPARD

Spectacular Riverscapes and a Jewel on the Rhine

Enjoy breakfast on board as you cruise through the spectacular Rhine Gorge on your way to Boppard.

Active
Take a Guided Tour of Marksburg Castle, visit its battlements overlooking the Rhine, and take a scenic walk down the surrounding hillside to Brauback Old town, OR:


Discovery
For a unique experience, join us on an excursion to the “Lava City” of Mendig for a Vulcano Encounter, including exploring the caverns and corridors where basalt (cold lava) was mined, OR:


Classic
Take a leisurely Guided Walk of ancient Koblenz, including a cable car ride to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress for a spectacular panoramic view.

At day’s end, you’ll dine aboard your ship as you cruise to Engers.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN ENGERS


Day 4

(B, L, D)

BONN

Biergartens in Beethoven’s Birthplace

Take advantage of some free time in Bonn this morning.

COLOGNE

Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland

Active
For a unique view of Cologne’s history and beauty, join us on a Jogging Tour of the city, OR:


Discovery
Discover the people and true spirit of Cologne on this fascinating guided walking tour through the Belgian Quarter, OR:


Discovery
Visit Cologne’s Chocolate Museum and learn the process of chocolate production and ancient history of this food of the gods, OR:


Classic
Take a leisurely Guided City Walk of Cologne for a view of her must-see sight, including the Old City and its soaring twin-steepled Gothic cathedral.

Enjoy live entertainment on board this evening.

OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO DÜSSELDORF


Day 5

(B, L, D)

DÜSSELDORF

Avant-Garde Architecture and Amazing Altbiers

Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.

Active
Join a City Biking Tour to discover interesting stories about the sights and the city itself along the way, OR:


Discovery
Experience Düsseldorf’s Old Town and get an insight into its culinary diversity, OR:


Classic
Join a Guided Tour of Düsseldorf. Visit the Old Town, but also discover its spectacular subway line, where each station has an individual magic character.

Consider a Guided Optional Excursion to Düsseldorf’s microbreweries to try a variety of Altbiers.

EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ARNHEM


Day 6

(B, L, D)

ARNHEM

Wildlife, WWII Valor, and Van Gogh

Active
Biking Join a Biking Tour on the Hoge Veluwe National Park and admire its diversity of scenery, from dense forests to sand dune, OR:


Discovery
Join a Guided Sightseeing to discover Arnhem-a key WWII operations site and home to impressive historical monuments and memorials-then visit a medieval castle for a regional herb and vegetable product tasting, OR:


Classic
Take a Guided Tour of Arnhem’s Kröller-Müller Museum with the world’s second largest Van Gogh collection

. NIJMEGEN

Delicious Dutch Specialties and Famous Mills

Consider a Guided Optional Excursion to the Windmill of Thorn or an Optional Cooking Workshop.

EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO AMSTERDAM


Day 7

(B, L, D)

AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND

Colorful Canals of Amsterdam

Discovery
Attend a Painting Class and be inspired by the masters’ techniques. Paint your own canvas and discover your inner artist. An orientation walk will complete your experience, OR:


Discovery
Join a Biking Tour through the Dutch countryside past polders, dykes, and quaint centuries-old villages, OR:


Classic
Enjoy a Guided Canal Cruise to explore the iconic waterways and sites of Amsterdam.

This afternoon consider an Optional Culinary Walk in one of Amsterdam’s famous districts, or an Optional Kayaking Excursion.

Spend free time strolling at leisure through the galleries and cafés of Amsterdam.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM


Day 8

(B)

AMSTERDAM (DISEMBARKATION)

Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.



  • In the event of technical or water level issues, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or alter the program, including hotel overnight when necessary.
  • Guided Tours, Optional Excursions, activities, sailing and docking schedules may be contingent on weather conditions or other issues outside of our control and could therefore be subject to change at any time.
  • Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.

Panorama Suite

The Widest View in the Whole Wide World: Your view of the world is about to change for the bigger. Avalon has transformed ordinary cruise cabins into their one-of-a-kind Open-Air BalconySM featuring the only bed with a view in river cruising. Enjoy floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall panoramic windows that eliminate the need for a space-wasting balcony, giving you more room to stretch out with 30% more living space than the industry standard. When you retreat to your suite, you’ll never miss a moment of the ever-changing views. So dream on before you drift off in a bed with the dreamiest views in river cruising.

Features

    • 6-person sitting area
    • Bathrobes & slippers
    • Choice of bed configuration
    • Comfort Collection BedsSM
    • Complimentary Wi-Fi
    • Easy under-bed luggage storage
    • Elegant, contemporary design
    • Extra blankets
    • Full shower with glass door
    • Individual climate control
    • Large mirror in bathroom
    • Make-up mirror
    • Memory foam mattress toppers
    • Sofa
    • Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
    • Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window with Open-Air Balcony®
    • Writing desk
    • Alarm clock
    • Bedside tables with reading lamps
    • Coffee table
    • Complimentary bottled water
    • Direct-dial telephone
    • Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
    • European-style duvets
    • Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channel
    • Hairdryer
    • In-room safe
    • L’Occitane bath products
    • Marble countertops in bathroom
    • Nightly turn-down service
    • Soft and firm pillows
    • Vanity
    • Well-stocked minibar

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(Updated: July 14, 2020)

Limited Time Offer. Advertised prices in CAD, per person based on double occupancy. New bookings only and may not be combinable with other offers and discounts. Government taxes and fees included.

DEPOSIT: $300 CAD/person Cruise Deposit refundable by 8/31/2020. An additional non-refundable Air deposit of $250 CAD/person due as early as 8/31/2020 (based on Air availability) and up to approximately 330 days before the return air flight date. ***Once air is available, BOTH Cruise deposit and AIR deposit become NON-REFUNDABLE***

*Free Roundtrip economy airfare from the following gateways: Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, Montreal, Ottawa, Quebec City, Regina, Saskatoon, Toronto, Vancouver, Victoria, Winnipeg.

Other Canadian gateways also available with an air add-on of $199 CAD per person. Call for details. Air offer and pricing may vary across gateways, sail dates and itineraries.

Free air offer is based on economy class Flex airfare available for booking at time of reservation and is subject to availability at time of booking and scheduled to coincide with cruise itinerary unless otherwise noted; pre-assigned airline seats are limited and may not be available on all air segments.

Free Transfers with Avalon Air available during the day of Cruise Embarkation and Disembarkation and where Hotel Program is included by Avalon.  Transfers at additional costs for Cruise-Only fares.

Once ticketed, air reservations subject to change/cancellation penalties of between $300 per ticket and up to 100% of ticket value. Changes to ticketed air reservations (including itineraries involving free round-trip trans-Atlantic air) also subject to airfare differentials between originally ticketed air itinerary and re-ticketed air itinerary. Flight schedules, routings and air carriers are at the discretion of Cruise Connections and Avalon Waterways. Air Offer may be withdrawn at any time.

Some airline-imposed personal charges, including but not limited to baggage, priority boarding, and special seating, may apply.

Free Drinks onboard the cruise – Wine, Beer and soft drinks during lunch and dinner.

Travel Insurance (Trip Cancellation & Trip Interruption) is group insurance administered by Travel Guard Group Canada, Inc. and underwritten by AIG Insurance Company of Canada. The Summary of Coverage contains reductions, limitations, exclusions, termination provisions and sanction wording. The cost of the insurance is included in the price of the cruise, and the price cannot be reduced for those who reside where coverage is not available or who are not medically able to travel. Emergency medical coverage is available at additional cost. Travel insurance included is not available to residents of Quebec.

Cruise line reserves the right to charge a fuel supplement without prior notice, including on fully paid bookings. All offers, rates & sailings subject to change & availability at time of booking. Promotion is capacity controlled and may be pulled out at any time without prior notice. Certain restrictions apply. Cruise Connections reserves the right to correct errors & omissions. BPCPA #28364

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