Christmas in Alsace & Germany 2011

5 days from Zürich to Frankfurt or 6 days incl. travel (WZF)

Cruise Overview


Cruise Overview


Celebrate the festive season in Central Europe with a magnificent 4-night cruise from Basel to Frankfurt! Stops include Breisach for an included excursion into Germany’s legendary Black Forest; Strasbourg, France, for guided sightseeing and time to explore one of the oldest Christmas markets in Europe; and Heidelberg, where you can marvel at the red stone castle and bask in the holiday atmosphere at the city’s enormous Christmas market.

CRUISE:
Deluxe 4-night cruise from Basel to Frankfurt in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds.

BASEL:
Welcome reception

BREISACH:
Excursion to the Black Forest

STRASBOURG:
Guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral

HEIDELBERG:
Take pictures of the castle

Meals - (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner

Buffet breakfast (B); superb dining with all meals on board daily featuring full breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D), including a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements; complimentary regional wine, beer, or soft drinks with all onboard dinners; complimentary coffee and tea available throughout the day

Combine with another Festive Season Cruise
Combine with Christmas in the Heart of Germany or with Christmastime on the Danube (excluding Prague). Combined cruises will have other minor itinerary modifications

Notes:

  • Christmas markets operate from late November until the third week of December, depending on the location.
  • In the event of water level problems on stretches of any river, it may be necessary to operate part of the itinerary by motorcoach.
  • Included visits and special features are subject to change. If a change becomes necessary, a substitute will be offered.



Please note that some amenities, features and enhancements are only available on 2011 river and small-ship cruise departures.
Always Included
It’s about you. You are the reason we’ve used our 80-plus years of travel expertise to design the very best river cruise experience. Inspired by you, we’ve taken everything special about river cruising and made it even better. Here are some of the features and amenities you’ll experience with Avalon.

  • Panoramic windows throughout every ship.
  • Spacious designs provide personal space.
  • Included shore excursions with Local Guide.
  • Headsets for shore excursions.
  • Highest-quality craftsmanship.
  • Premium coffees, cappuccinos and lattes.
  • Coffee self-serve beverage station.
  • A lounge serving premium spirit cocktails.
  • Maintain your routine in the fitness center.
  • The Comfort Collection by AvalonSM.
  • Premium L’Occitane bath amenities.
  • Daily early- and late-riser breakfast.
  • Full buffet breakfast with sparkling wine.
  • Made-to-order egg station is at buffet.
  • Chef-inspired regional recipes.
  • Four-course dinners with open seating.
  • Choice of appetizers, soups & salads.
  • Nightly option of entree, dessert or cheese.
  • Complimentary regional wines at dinner.
  • Beer or soft drinks free with dinner.
  • Night Fare served at 10:30 p.m.
  • Remarkable service through the cruise.
  • English-speaking crew.
  • Non-smoking interior.
  • Large bathrooms - showers w/ glass doors.
  • Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels.
  • Spacious 3-door closets for ample storage.
  • Internet access to stay in touch with family.
  • And, much more.

Cruise Highlights