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Christmastime from Nuremberg to Basel with 2 Nights in Prague 2027

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From Prague to Basel
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  • Prague’s Old Town Square featuring the Astronomical Clock and twin spires of Tyn Church under blue skies.
  • High aerial view over Prague’s red-roofed Old Town with Tyn Church dominating the skyline.
  • Couple embraces while gazing across the Vltava River toward Prague’s historic skyline and Charles Bridge.
  • Cruise boat glides beneath the iconic Charles Bridge on Prague’s tranquil Vltava River.
  • Bustling Old Town Square in Prague with cyclists and pedestrians beside Jan Hus statue and Tyn Church.
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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

  1. Day 1

    Prague

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Prague city
    • Explore Prague surrounding countryside
    • Sample plum dumplings
    • Sample traditional Pilsner lager
    Landmarks
    Vltava River
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  2. Day 2

    Prague

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided City Walk visiting Hradčany Castle Grounds
    • Visit St. Vitus Cathedral
    • Visit Old Town's Astronomical Clock
    • Browse Christmas Markets of Prague
    Landmarks
    Hradčany Castle
    St. Vitus Cathedral
    Old Town Square Astronomical Clock
  3. Day 3

    Prague to Nuremberg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Prague during free morning
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  4. Day 4

    Nuremberg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Tour of Nuremberg's medieval architecture, gilded fountain, Gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle (choose one option)
    • Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds (choose one option)
    • Browse Christmas Markets of Nuremberg
    • Christmas carolers performance on ship
    • Live entertainment on board

    Optional Activities

    • Sample Bavarian fare at Christmas Markets (bratwurst, gingerbread, mulled blueberry wine)
    Landmarks
    Kaiserburg Castle
    Nuremberg Rally Grounds
  5. Day 5

    Bamberg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Sightseeing Tour of Bamberg
    • View Bamberg nativity scenes
    • Christmas Traditions Lecture on board

    Optional Activities

    • Browse Christmas markets in Bamberg
    • Sample traditional German dumplings, sausage, and Bavarian ale
    Landmarks
    Bamberg Cathedral
  6. Day 6

    Würzburg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Sightseeing Tour of Würzburg
    • Visit Old Main Bridge
    • Visit Würzburg fortress
    • Visit baroque Bishop's Residence
    • Browse Christmas markets in Würzburg
    • Live entertainment on board

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Optional Excursion to Rothenburg
    • Visit Käthe Wohlfahrt German Christmas museum
    Landmarks
    Käthe Wohlfahrt German Christmas Museum
    Würzburg Prince-Bishop's Residence
    Old Main Bridge
  7. Day 7

    Miltenberg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Walking Tour of Miltenberg
    • View medieval half-timber homes
    • View Germany's oldest inn
    • German Cookie-Baking Demonstration on board
    Landmarks
    Miltenberg Old Town
  8. Day 8

    Frankfurt to Rüdesheim

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Tour Mechanical Music Museum in Rüdesheim
    • Browse Rüdesheim Christmas markets

    Optional Activities

    • Sample local special treats in Rüdesheim
    Landmarks
    Mechanical Music Museum
  9. Day 9

    Speyer to Heidelberg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Tour of Heidelberg Castle
    • Visit the Great Vat (world's largest wine barrel)
    • Browse Christmas markets in Heidelberg (tour option) or Speyer Christmas markets (alternative)
    • Christmas Traditions Lecture on board
    • Live entertainment on board
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg Castle
    Great Vat
  10. Day 10

    Kehl to Strasbourg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • City Sightseeing tour of Strasbourg
    • Visit Strasbourg Gothic Cathedral with stained glass and astronomical clock
    • Visit La Petite France District
    • Browse Strasbourg French winter markets
    • Live entertainment on board

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Optional Excursion to Alsace French wine-country village
    Landmarks
    Strasbourg Cathedral
    La Petite France
  11. Day 11

    Breisach to Black Forest

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Tour of Freiburg's medieval city center (choose one option) OR Guided Tour of Black Forest (choose one option)

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Optional Excursion to Colmar
    • Browse Christmas markets in Colmar
    Landmarks
    Freiburg Old Town
    Black Forest
    Colmar
  12. Day 12

    Basel

    Meals
    Breakfast
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Avalon Waterways

4.6
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Number of tours

492

Age Range

8 to 99 years old

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within 2 days

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Avalon Waterways Ship

  • Avalon Vista
    Avalon Vista
    Experience European river views unlike any other ship can offer. The Avalon Vista's two full decks of suites feature Wall-to-Wall Pan… Read more
    Built
    2012
    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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    Unforgettable, stress-free trip.
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    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Czech Republic. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Czech Republic. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Czech Republic.Germany.Switzerland. 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 June 10th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 10th, 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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