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17 Night The Best of Austria and Switzerland with Romantic Rhine Cruise and Land Tour from Vienna

Ship: Avalon Vista
Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways
Sailed: Wednesday, May 20, 2026 from Vienna, Austria
Ended: Saturday, Jun 6, 2026
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Wednesday, May 20, 2026 departure of the Avalon Vista. If Avalon Waterways modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day 1 - Wednesday - May 20, 2026
Vienna, Austria
Vienna, Austria
At 6 pm, meet your Globus tour director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (Dinner)
Day 2 - Thursday - May 21, 2026
Vienna, Austria
Vienna, Austria
VIENNA: Guided sightseeing includes Schonbrunn Palace and Heldenplatz. Free time this afternoon. CULTURAL GEMS: Vienna's spectacular Schonbrunn Palace served as the summer home of the Habsburg dynasty. This UNESCO World Heritage Site preserves the imperial home and glittering life of Austrian royalty in Vienna and the extravagant gardens surrounding the palace. (Breakfast)
Day 3 - Friday - May 22, 2026
Vienna, Austria
Vienna, Austria
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Mondsee, Austria, Austria
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Salzburg, Austria
The Sound of Music. MONDSEE: Visit the Parish Church. SALZBURG: Guided walking tour includes Mirabell Gardens, the Great Festival Hall, and Residenz Square. PICTURE PERFECT: Mondsee is a delightful town situated on Lake Mondsee, a privately owned lake, and is one of the 76 lakes found in the Salzkammergut region. In 1872 prehistoric pile dwellings were discovered there, but the rising lake water has since hidden them from view. Despite them being UNESCO World Heritage-listed, their fame in Mondsee is probably overshadowed by the medieval abbey used as a Sound of Music film location. (Breakfast)
Day 4 - Saturday - May 23, 2026
Salzburg, Austria
Salzburg, Austria
SALZBURG: Enjoy a free day to explore Salzburg. CULTURAL GEMS: The birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Salzburg will put a song in your heart as you explore its charmingly splendid gardens, and medieval and Baroque architecture along the pedestrian Altstadt (Old Town). Salzburg's scenic Alpine landscape and architectural treasures has earned this Austrian jewel the reputation as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. (Breakfast)
Day 5 - Sunday - May 24, 2026
Salzburg, Austria
Salzburg, Austria
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Innsbruck, Austria
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St. Moritz, Switzerland
INNSBRUCK: Walk through the Old Town to the Golden Roof. Free time to browse before driving into the Swiss Engadine en route to St. Moritz. Distance traveled: 236 miles/380 kilometers. NATURAL WONDERS: Pass through the spectacular beauty of Swiss Engadine on your way to St. Moritz. Take in the alpine vistas surrounding this paradise of deep blue lakes and rolling green meadows, forests, snow-capped summits, and endless sky in one of Switzerland's most stunning valleys. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 6 - Monday - May 25, 2026
St. Moritz, Switzerland
St. Moritz, Switzerland
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Chur, Switzerland
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Tasch, Switzerland
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Zermatt, Switzerland
CHUR: Take the Glacier Express train to Zermatt with lunch served on board. EPIC RIDE: Don't let the name fool you. While its speed won't take your breath away, the Glacier Express train to Zermatt delivers a slow, breathtaking ride through some of Switzerland's most stunning scenery. Traveling the rails over 291 bridges and through 91 tunnels, you'll take in each passing postcard scene while reaching an altitude of 6,670 feet above sea level. (Breakfast, Lunch)
Day 7 - Tuesday - May 26, 2026
Zermatt, Switzerland
ZERMATT: Enjoy a free day. EXPLORE MORE: Spend the day leisurely strolling around car-free Zermatt or join an excursion to the Matterhorn Glacier, an Alpine paradise of sky slopes, panoramic vistas, ice carvings, and unique views. An amazing experience you do not want to miss. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 8 - Wednesday - May 27, 2026
Zermatt, Switzerland
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Tasch, Switzerland
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Chateau de Chillon, Switzerland
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Berne, Switzerland
ZERMATT: Mountain train ride to Tasch. CHILLON: Take a guided visit of the castle and enjoy a wine tasting. CULTURAL GEMS: Poised on a diminutive island on Lake Geneva and protected by a natural moat is the striking site of Chillon Castle. Discover the castle's secrets as you stroll through it on your guided tour. What better way to complete your visit than with a wine tasting for good measure! (Breakfast)
Day 9 - Thursday - May 28, 2026
Berne, Switzerland
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Interlaken, Switzerland
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Lucerne, Switzerland
BERN: Guided walking tour: includes a stop at Bear Park, panoramic views of the city from the Rose Garden, and the Old Town. INTERLAKEN: Free time for lunch en route to Lucerne. CITY SIGHTS: Explore the "City of Fountains" Bern - the capital city of Switzerland, dating back to the 12th century. Take in the medieval architecture in the Altstadt (Old Town) with its 6 kilometers of arcades and animated clock tower, and panoramic views of the city from the Rose Garden and Bear Park. (Breakfast)
Day 10 - Friday - May 29, 2026
Lucerne, Switzerland
Lucerne, Switzerland
LUCERNE: Walking tour includes the Lion Monument, the Old Town, and the Chapel Bridge. Enjoy a private boat cruise this evening followed by farewell dinner at a local restaurant. EPIC RIDE: Lucerne looks on top of the stunning lake Vierwaldstattersee, the "lake of the four forested cantons". This evening, a private panoramic cruise on the lake will highlight the sheer beauty of Lucerne and its surroundings. To top off the evening and the tour, enjoy a farewell dinner with your travel companions. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 11 - Saturday - May 30, 2026
Lucerne, Switzerland
Lucerne, Switzerland
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Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
Your Suite Ship is ready for boarding. The Globus portion of your package ends this morning. Transfer from Lucerne to Basel to start your Avalon river cruise. Enjoy dinner and explore the ship on your first night on board. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 12 - Sunday - May 31, 2026
Breisach, Germany
Breisach, Germany
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Black Forest, Germany
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Breisach, Germany
German winemaking and the Beautiful Black Forest. Visit the Adventure Center for today's activities with your Adventure Host. You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar in the morning, with its half-timbered medieval and early Renaissance buildings. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 13 - Monday - Jun 1, 2026
Kehl, Germany
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Strasbourg, France
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Kehl, Germany
A Grand Cathedral and La Petite France. You may also choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the historic Maginot Line-the pre-WWII fortifications designed to protect the eastern border of France, or visit Alsace's wine country today. Alternatively, take some free time in Strasbourg to visit a museum, or stroll across the city center. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 14 - Tuesday - Jun 2, 2026
Mainz, Germany
Mainz, Germany
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Heidelberg, Germany
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Mainz, Germany
Rudesheim, Germany
Castle Walls and the World's Biggest Wine Barrel. Enjoy live entertainment onboard your ship after a short sailing to Rudesheim. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 15 - Wednesday - Jun 3, 2026
Rudesheim, Germany
Rudesheim, Germany
Rhine Gorge, Germany
Koblenz, Germany
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country. En route to Koblenz, sail through the Rhine Gorge (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Take in the breathtaking views of ancient castles perched on cliffs 400 feet above the water, and pass the legendary Rock of the Lorelei-where the mythological siren's songs lured ill-fated sailors. KOBLENZ: Travel Through 2,000 Years of Monumental History. Enjoy free time in Koblenz before a relaxing evening onboard with dinner and live entertainment. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 16 - Thursday - Jun 4, 2026
Cologne, Germany
Cologne, Germany
Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland. Spend free time over a glass of Kolsch pale lager-locally brewed for over 100 years! (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 17 - Friday - Jun 5, 2026
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Canals of Colorful Amsterdam. During tulip season, you may take a Guided Optional Excursion to Keukenhof Gardens-with more than seven million tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths, as well as other bulbs, planted each year. Outside of tulip season, join a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses. You may also choose an Optional Biking Tour to discover the countryside. Take some free time to explore Amsterdam's colorful streets and canal houses, galleries, and shops. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 18 - Saturday - Jun 6, 2026
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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