Christmastime in the Heart of Germany 2026 (from Frankfurt-am-Main to Nuremberg)

6 days

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From Frankfurt-am-Main to Nuremberg

4.6

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Operator: Avalon Waterways
River Cruise: Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 160
Ages 8+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Frankfurt to Main River
Meals
Dinner
Day 2
Main River to Würzburg
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- German Cookie Baking Demonstration
- Guided Tour of a picturesque village along the Main River
- Live entertainment onboard
Day 3
Würzburg
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided Sightseeing Tour of Würzburg
Optional Activities
- Guided Optional Excursion to Rothenburg - includes visit to Käthe Wohlfahrt German Christmas museum (world's most extensive collection of traditional German Christmas decorations)
- Browse Würzburg's Christmas markets during free time
Landmarks
Old Main Bridge, Würzburg
Würzburg Fortress
Bishop's Residence, Würzburg
Käthe Wohlfahrt German Christmas Museum, Rothenburg
Day 4
Bamberg
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Onboard Christmas Traditions Lecture
- Guided Sightseeing Tour of Bamberg
- Live entertainment onboard
Optional Activities
- Browse Bamberg's Christmas markets during free time
- Sample traditional German dumplings, sausage, and Bavarian ale at restaurants in town
Landmarks
Bamberg Nativity Scenes
Day 5
Nuremberg
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided Tour of Nuremberg's medieval architecture, gilded fountain, Gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle (choose this option)
- Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds (choose this option as alternative)
Optional Activities
- Browse the Christmas Markets of Nuremberg during free time
- Sample Bavarian fare at Christmas markets - bratwurst, gingerbread, mulled blueberry wine, and other Christkindlesmarkt specialties
Landmarks
Kaiserburg Castle, Nuremberg
Gothic Cathedral, Nuremberg
Nuremberg Rally Grounds
Day 6
Nuremberg Disembark
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Old Main Bridge, Würzburg
Würzburg Fortress
Bishop's Residence, Würzburg
Käthe Wohlfahrt German Christmas Museum, Rothenburg

Landmarks
Bamberg Nativity Scenes

Landmarks
Kaiserburg Castle, Nuremberg
Gothic Cathedral, Nuremberg
Nuremberg Rally Grounds

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Operated by

Avalon Waterways

4.6

(234 reviews)

Number of tours

571

Age Range

8 to 99 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

85%

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Avalon Waterways Ship

Avalon Imagery II
One of 2016's two new additions to the youngest fleet on Europe's waterways, the Imagery II continues all of Avalon's outstan… Read more
Built
2016
Guests
65 - 130
Crew
37
Length
110 m / 361 ft
Suites
52
Staterooms
12
Gross Tonnage
2022 gt
Beam
12 m / 39 ft
Cruising Speed
12 kn / 22 kph / 14 mph
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Reviews from other tours by Avalon Waterways

Tour Operator
4.6

Charles
September 8th, 2025
5.0
We would like to thank our Statesman Attendee that took care of all our needs in our room 107. He was friendly and...
We would like to thank our Statesman Attendee that took care of all our needs in our room 107. He was friendly and did an amazing job, Marisio our waiter served us with the highest respect and friendliness. Over all Avalon have very good staff and always a smile- nothing too much trouble. The ship was so clean, food was spectacular. We had a surprise group of singers Gwen and Charles who brought great entertainment. The other entertainer was amazing. Loved the top deck BBQ. We met lots of new friends aboard. Thank you Avalon for a trip well executed.Show more
Julie
August 7th, 2025
5.0
Unforgettable, stress-free trip.
Annette
September 14th, 2024
4.0
Tour advertised as 6-day tour but in fact the first day we were provided with hotel accommodation only. The second...
Tour advertised as 6-day tour but in fact the first day we were provided with hotel accommodation only. The second day was largely free time as well. Pre-accommodation in Budapest was difficult to organise having been provided with the name of our hotel only a few weeks before departure. As we arrived in Budapest a few days prior to the commencement of the tour, by the time we were advised of the name of our hotel, it was completely booked and we were forced to find alternate accommodation. Discussions with other travellers (who booked with Globus) advised their cost was lower than ours by quite a substantial amount - plus, they were provided with higher level accommodation on the boat. So, for us, TourRadar seems like an overpriced broker and we would not choose to deal with TourRadar again. The boat trip was really enjoyable, great food, great staff and the room perfectly satisfactory.Show more

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Tour ID: 241232

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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Germany. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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- For any tour departing before July 21st, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 21st, 2026, a minimum payment of $250 is required to confirm your booking with Avalon Waterways. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Christmastime in the Heart of Germany 2026 (from Frankfurt-am-Main to Nuremberg)

Itinerary

Frankfurt to Main River

Main River to Würzburg

Included Activities

Würzburg

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Bamberg

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Nuremberg

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Nuremberg Disembark

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