Avalon Expression
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Seven Seas Suite (Forward)
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9 Night Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Northbound) Cruise and Land Tour from Lucerne

Ship: Avalon Expression
Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways
Sailed: Sunday, Oct 6, 2024 from Lucerne, Switzerland
Ended: Tuesday, Oct 15, 2024
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Sunday, Oct 6, 2024 departure of the Avalon Expression. 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 by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Sunday - Oct 6, 2024
Lucerne, Switzerland
Lucerne, Switzerland
Welcome to Switzerland! The remainder of the day is free to start exploring this delightful town on the Reuss River. Your Monograms local host will help you get the most out of your two nights in Lucerne.
Day 2 - Monday - Oct 7, 2024
Lucerne, Switzerland
Lucerne, Switzerland
Your guided walking tour includes the poignant Lion Monument, Old Town, Chapel Bridge, Water Tower, and Jesuit Church. (Breakfast)
Day 3 - Tuesday - Oct 8, 2024
Lucerne, Switzerland
Lucerne, Switzerland
Bus Travel
Cruise Begins
Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
This morning, enjoy a special highlight excursion to Mount Pilatus. Journey almost 7,000 feet (2,132 metres) up for spectacular views over central Switzerland (in case of bad weather, visit the Swiss Transport Museum instead). Transfer to Basel to board your Suite Ship. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 4 - Wednesday - Oct 9, 2024
Breisach, Germany
Breisach, Germany
Bus Travel
Black Forest, Germany
Bus Travel
Breisach, Germany
History, Artistry, and the Beautiful Black Forest. You may choose to follow your visit to the Badischer Winzerkeller with a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar in the afternoon, with its half-timbered medieval and early Renaissance buildings. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5 - Thursday - Oct 10, 2024
Strasbourg, France
Strasbourg, France
Gothic Giants, Military Marvels, and Varietal Vintages. Savor the warmth and glow of Christmas tradition by spending your free time wandering the French winter markets of Strasbourg. Take in the lights, music, and the pleasures of the season. You may also choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit Alsace's wine country today. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6 - Friday - Oct 11, 2024
Mainz, Germany
Mainz, Germany
Bus Travel
Heidelberg, Germany
Bus Travel
Mainz, Germany
Printing Halls, Castle Walls, and the World's Biggest Barrel of Wine. In your free time visit the local Christmas market: explore at your own pace to soak up the sights and sound. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7 - Saturday - Oct 12, 2024
Rudesheim, Germany
Rudesheim, Germany
Rhine Gorge, Germany
Koblenz, Germany
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country. Sail through the Rhine Gorge to Koblenz, past the legendary rock of the Lorelei-where the siren of mythology sang songs to lure ill-fated sailors. Don't miss the tantalizing treats and seasonal handiwork of sparkling winter wonderlands in Koblenz. Later, enjoy live entertainment onboard. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8 - Sunday - Oct 13, 2024
Cologne, Germany
Cologne, Germany
Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland. Spend free time enjoying the festive, warm glow of Cologne's Christmas markets. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 9 - Monday - Oct 14, 2024
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Canals of Colorful Amsterdam. With a free day to explore before your cruise ends, take time to enjoy the warmth and glow of Christmas tradition or join a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10 - Tuesday - Oct 15, 2024
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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Nov 25, 2027(Thursday) 4 Night Christmastime in Alsace and Germany (Northbound)
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Nov 25, 2027(Thursday) 4 Night Christmastime in Alsace and Germany (Northbound)
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Nov 25, 2027(Thursday) 9 Night Christmastime from Basel to Nuremberg
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Nov 25, 2027(Thursday) 9 Night Christmastime from Basel to Nuremberg
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Nov 25, 2027(Thursday) 11 Night Christmastime from Basel to Nuremberg with 2 Nights in Prague and Land Tour
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