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Christmastime from Nuremberg to Basel 2027

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From Nuremberg to Basel
4.6 (234 reviews)
  • Hilltop church and medieval buildings surrounded by leafy trees above a small German town.
  • Romanesque red-sandstone cathedral rising behind a lively fountain and lush park in bright sun.
  • Sandstone tower of Basel Minster overlooking the turquoise Rhine and city skyline.
  • Twin-tower baroque church above a serene river spanned by an elegant stone bridge, framed by forests.
  • Wide river bend bordered by dense green hills and a red brick bridge in warm afternoon light.
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Avalon Waterways
River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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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

  1. Day 1

    Nuremberg

    Nuremberg
    Meals
    Dinner (Traditional holiday fare and hot libations)
  2. Day 2

    Nuremberg

    Nuremberg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Tour of Nuremberg's medieval architecture, gilded fountain, Gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle
    • Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds
    • Christmas carolers performance onboard
    • Live entertainment onboard

    Optional Activities

    • Browse Nuremberg Christmas Markets
    • Sample Bavarian fare - bratwurst, gingerbread, mulled blueberry wine
    Landmarks
    Kaiserburg Castle
    Nuremberg Gothic Cathedral
    Nuremberg Rally Grounds
  3. Day 3

    Bamberg

    Bamberg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Sightseeing Tour of Bamberg
    • Onboard Christmas Traditions Lecture while sailing

    Optional Activities

    • Browse Bamberg Christmas markets
    • Sample traditional German dumplings, sausage, and Bavarian ale
    Landmarks
    Bamberg Cathedral
  4. Day 4

    Würzburg

    Würzburg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Sightseeing Tour of Würzburg including Old Main Bridge, fortress, and baroque Bishop's Residence
    • Live entertainment onboard

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Optional Excursion to Rothenburg
    • Guided Optional Excursion to Käthe Wohlfahrt German Christmas museum
    • Browse Würzburg Christmas markets
    Landmarks
    Würzburg Old Main Bridge
    Würzburg Prince-Bishop's Residence
    Rothenburg ob der Tauber
    Käthe Wohlfahrt German Christmas museum
  5. Day 5

    Miltenberg

    Miltenberg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Walking Tour of Miltenberg
    • German Cookie-Baking Demonstration onboard
    Landmarks
    Miltenberg Old Town
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Frankfurt to Rüdesheim

    Frankfurt to Rüdesheim
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Tour of the Mechanical Music Museum in Rüdesheim

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Rüdesheim Christmas markets and seasonal handiwork
    Landmarks
    Mechanical Music Museum
  7. Day 7

    Speyer to Heidelberg

    Speyer to Heidelberg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Tour of Heidelberg Castle and the Great Vat
    • Onboard Christmas Traditions Lecture
    • Live entertainment onboard

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Heidelberg Christmas markets
    • Explore Speyer Christmas markets
    • Relax and enjoy sailing morning in Speyer
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg Castle
    Great Vat (Heidelberg)
    Speyer Cathedral
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 8

    Kehl to Strasbourg

    Kehl to Strasbourg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • City Sightseeing in Strasbourg including gothic cathedral and La Petite France District
    • Live entertainment onboard

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Optional Excursion to Alsace wine-country village
    • Browse Strasbourg French winter markets
    Landmarks
    Strasbourg Cathedral
    La Petite France District
  9. Day 9

    Breisach to Black Forest

    Breisach to Black Forest
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Tour through Colmar and its charming canals
    • Guided Tour to the Black Forest

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Optional Excursion to Freiburg's medieval city center
    Landmarks
    Colmar
    Black Forest
    Freiburg Minster
    Itinerary Image 1
  10. Day 10

    Basel

    Basel
    Meals
    Breakfast

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    Capacity
    Built
    2019
    Guests
    166
    Crew
    47
    Length
    443 ft / 135 m
    Width
    12m / 39 ft
    Suites
    67
    Staterooms
    16
    Registry
    Gross Tonnage
    2775 gt
    Electricity
    Beam
    Cruising Speed
    12 kn / 22 kph / 14 mph
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    Engines
    Draft
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    Although we did not actually do the river cruise because of high water levels, we were taken on excursions by coach.

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