Active & Discovery on the Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Southbound) 2026

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From Amsterdam to Lucerne

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Gold Operator: Avalon Waterways
River Cruise: Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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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

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Amsterdam
Amsterdam
Meals
Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Amsterdam's 700-year-old city with elegant architecture, cafés, restaurants, and marketplace
Day 2
Amsterdam
Amsterdam
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of guided activity: Guided Kayak Tour of Amsterdam's canals
- Choice of guided activity: Tour to Street Art Museum with hands-on mural workshop
- Choice of guided activity: Guided off-the-beaten-path Walking Tour through cobblestone streets
- Choice of guided activity: Guided Canal Cruise exploring Amsterdam's iconic waterways
- Relaxing sailing on the Sky Deck
Landmarks
Street Art Museum Amsterdam
Day 3
Düsseldorf
Düsseldorf
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of guided activity: City Biking Tour of Düsseldorf
- Choice of guided activity: Düsseldorf Old Town experience with culinary insights
- Choice of guided activity: Guided Tour of Düsseldorf including Old Town and subway stations
- Live entertainment on board
Optional Activities
- Guided Optional Excursion to Düsseldorf's microbreweries to try Altbiers
Day 4
Koblenz - Rhine Gorge
Koblenz - Rhine Gorge
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of guided activity: Guided E-Bike Tour in vineyards surrounding Koblenz
- Choice of guided activity: Volcano Encounter in Mendig - explore basalt mining caverns and corridors
- Choice of guided activity: Leisurely Guided Walk of ancient Koblenz with cable car ride to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
- Sail through Rhine Gorge UNESCO World Heritage site with views of ancient castles and Rock of the Lorelei
- Choice of guided activity: Exclusive private reception at Rheinstein Castle
Landmarks
Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
Rhine Gorge
Rock of the Lorelei
Rheinstein Castle
Day 5
Speyer - Heidelberg
Speyer - Heidelberg
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of guided activity: Guided Hike along Philosophers' Way with city views
- Choice of guided activity: Guided Tour of four breweries in Old Heidelberg
- Choice of guided activity: Guided Tour to Heidelberg Castle with Great Vat and local tasting
- Choice of guided activity: Guided Tour of Speyer's imperial Cathedral
- Live entertainment on board
Landmarks
Heidelberg Castle
Speyer Cathedral
Philosophers' Way
Day 6
Kehl - Strasbourg
Kehl - Strasbourg
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of guided activity: Walking tour along river and European District
- Choice of guided activity: Culinary Walk exploring Alsatian cuisine and traditions
- Choice of guided activity: City Sightseeing Tour including Gothic cathedral and La Petite France
Landmarks
Strasbourg Cathedral
La Petite France
Day 7
Breisach - Black Forest
Breisach - Black Forest
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of guided activity: Guided E-bike Tour of the Black Forest
- Choice of guided activity: Bike Ride along Rhine River toward Burkheim
- Choice of guided activity: Full-day Guided Tour of Black Forest including Vogtsbauernhof and water mill
- Choice of guided activity: Guided Tour of medieval Freiburg
Optional Activities
- Guided Optional Excursion to charming village of Colmar with half-timbered medieval and early renaissance buildings
Landmarks
Black Forest
Vogtsbauernhof
Burkheim
Freiburg
Colmar
Day 8
Basel - Lucerne
Basel - Lucerne
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transfer from Basel to Lucerne
- Guided Sightseeing in Lucerne along Lake Lucerne
Landmarks
Lake Lucerne
Day 9
Lucerne
Lucerne
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Wine Tasting tour in the Lucerne area
Day 10
Lucerne
Lucerne
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Street Art Museum Amsterdam

Landmarks
Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
Rhine Gorge
Rock of the Lorelei
Rheinstein Castle

Landmarks
Heidelberg Castle
Speyer Cathedral
Philosophers' Way

Landmarks
Strasbourg Cathedral
La Petite France

Landmarks
Black Forest
Vogtsbauernhof
Burkheim
Freiburg
Colmar

Landmarks
Lake Lucerne

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Rating: 4.6 (236 reviews)
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Avalon Waterways Ship

Avalon Panorama
A unique Suite Ship®, the Avalon Panorama features unmatched cabin views as the first of its kind in the industry with two full decks… Read more
Built
2011
Guests
84 - 166
Crew
47
Length
135 m / 443 ft
Suites
66
Staterooms
17
Gross Tonnage
2775 gt
Beam
12 m / 39 ft
Cruising Speed
12 kn / 22 kph / 14 mph
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Pierre-Paul4.8•October 2026
This was a very enjoyable trip despite the change that had to be done due to low water levels in the river. The...
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Charles5.0•September 2025
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
Klaus5.0•July 2024
Led by Nour
ship was excellent, food and drinks were great, adventures perfectly organized,all crew members were extremely...
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