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Avalon Waterways Cruise Through France & Europe
Cruise the Rivers, Canals, Waterways of Europe in 2009 |
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Avalon's European Cruises will delight you, as
you discover the cradle of civilization, discovering the
heart of Europe’s charming and picturesque waterside
villages, and their exciting cultural centers. Europe's
magnificent cities [many are world heritage sights] will
charm you. In Western Europe you will cruise along the Danube, Main, Moselle, Rhine
and Rhone and Douro rivers. You’ll glide past imposing
medieval castles, lush riverbank vineyards, colorful
native wildlife, and remarkable ancient wonders. Every
gentle bend of the river reveals another
fascinating sight as your luxurious ship winds its way
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landscapes, delivering you right to the heart of Europe’s
most intriguing and celebrated cities were born, while exploring
their history through authentic experiences and comprehensive
sightseeing. In Eastern Europe, you will Cruise along the
Danube River to the Black Sea
through Austria, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Romania and Bulgaria.
In 2010, Avalon
Waterways is proud to bring you the legendary Oberammergau
Passion Play experience. For this event, we will offer two
extensions that are combinable with one of our 2010 river cruise
vacations. The most relaxing way to
vacation is a Avalon Waterway's river cruise! View all the
CRUISE DESTINATIONS by ship, dates of sailings and prices.
France River cruising takes you from Paris to Lyon to Avignon
and Nice starting in
Paris
[one of the most stunning and exciting cities in
the world], provides the perfect starting point for an
exhilarating France river cruise adventure with its unending list of
magnificent monuments, parks and boulevards. The most visited
monument in the world, is the
Eiffel Tower,
or stroll her famed Champs Elysée, and visit the majestic Notre Dame Cathedral
to name just a few. The cruise debarks in Nice [or just the reverse
cruise schedule]. Driving south past the forest of
Fontainebleau
[the other Royal Palace] and favorite hunting grounds of a long
line of French kings], onto
Burgundy region and the city of
Beaune, the unofficial capital of the Côte d’Or area, that
produces the region’s finest vintages. Its most famous
historical site, the Hôtel-Dieu charity hospital, houses Van der
Weyden’s painting of the Last Judgement and is one of France’s
architectural highlights. Enjoy a tasting of Burgundy wines
before continuing south to
Chalon-sur-Saône, where river cruise
vessel awaits to welcome you on board. You'll visit the
Beaujolais Region - and the
Rhone-Alpes capital city of
Lyon.
Lyon is France’s second-largest city and its gastronomic
capital. Founded by the Romans in 43 BC, the city’s prosperity
dates back to the 16th century and is due to commercial,
industrial, and banking activities. Roman antiquities and
museums, and renaissance architecture delight the visitor.
Avalon
Waterways
& Burt
Wolf's PBS Fundraising
Burt Wolf's 2009 Cruises
and Burt's 2010 Cruises
Cruise Details ▪ Special Pricing on all Cruises ▪ Note* ▪
Dates
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| Flavors of Burgundy from $2,209
- on the Scenery
/ New
Affinity
[coming soon]. See France at its scenic best on this charming
getaway. Guided sightseeing acquaints you with
vibrant Paris with a stop in France's second
largest city Lyon. Lyon being the
gastronomical capital of France, along with some
of the most noted wines in the world that are
produced in this area.
Visiting ports enroute to Nice, the “Queen of the
French Riviera,” while a deluxe 7-night cruise along
the Saône and Rhône Rivers takes you into the
heart of this beautiful country. Enjoy
orientation walks in Mâcon and Tournon; a
Burgundy wine tasting in medieval Beaune; and
see the sights with Local Guides in Avignon,
Arles, and Lyon, France’s gastronomic capital.
Opportunities abound on this grand vacation
to learn about and to taste the sumptuous wines
and local cuisine.
Black Sea Discovery from $2,849
- on the
Artistry / Tranquility
- see the best of Eastern Europe on this
exciting Black Sea adventure. Enjoy city tours
of remarkable Belgrade and Bucharest, Romania’s
lively capital. Stop in Kalocsa in the heart of
paprika-growing country, sail past the
Petrovaradin Fortress at Novi Sad, and pass
through the dramatic Iron Gates Gorge. Also
enjoy full-day excursions to Veliko Târnovo,
Arbanassi, and the resort town of Varna on the
Black Sea.
Blue
Danube
Discovery from $3,129
- on the
Artistry / Poetry / Tapestry / Tranquility,
the delightful Danube sets the stage for an
incredible cruise through the Main-Danube Canal
between Budapest and Nuremberg. Enjoy guided
sightseeing in Budapest, Regensburg, Passau, and
in magical Vienna. Also take a guided city walk
past the baroque Stiftskirche in Dürnstein;
participate in a wine tasting and guided visit
of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk; and a beer
tasting and guided tour of charming Nuremberg.
Your journey concludes with three nights and
plenty of free time in the “Golden City”of
Prague.
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Blue
Danube to the Black
Sea
from $3,559 NEW
CRUISE
- on the
Artistry, a
deluxe Danube River cruise is the highlight
on this fascinating getaway through Eastern
Europe. Sail through the dramatic Iron Gates
gorge and see the sights with a Local Guide in
each city, including Vienna, the “City of
Music!” Visit the Hungarian capital of Budapest
and Romania’s lively capital of Bucharest, as
well as paprika country’s Kalocsa, Belgrade,
Arbanassi, Veliko Târnovo, and Varna. Travelers
who opt for the extension in Istanbul will also
visit Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi
Seraglio, and the Grand Bazaar.
Central European
Experience from $3,069
- on the
Tranquility,this splendid
cruise introduces you to the magnificent Moselle,
Rhine, and Main
Rivers, as well as to the fascinating
Main-Danube Canal. Enjoy city sightseeing in
Paris, Prague, Bernkastel, and Bamberg. Also,
visit Reichsburg Castle above Cochem;
sample the area’s famed Riesling wines in the
charming wine village of Rüdesheim;
and marvel at Miltenberg’s half-timbered houses
and the Bishop’s Residenz in Würzburg.
European
Splendor from $3,549
NEW
CRUISE
- on the
Artistry,
this magnificent vacation includes a deluxe
cruise that reveals the best of Europe along the
Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers. Enjoy a canal
cruise past Amsterdam’s 16th century merchant
houses and through the impressive Main-Danube
Canal. Sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge
past the legendary Lorelei rock; visit
Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum
in charming Rüdesheim; and pause for a baking
demonstration in Bavaria’s picturesque
Miltenberg. Also, see the sights with Local
Guides in Cologne, Bamberg, Passau, Grein, and
Vienna.
Grand
Black Sea Cruise from $5,119
- on the
Artistry / Tranquility,
discover some of the continent’s best-kept
secrets on this cruise through Central and
Eastern Europe. Guided sightseeing in each city shows you the
highlights, with inside visits that include Hradcany Castle in
Prague, Melk’s Benedictine Abbey, Fishermen’s Bastion in
Budapest, Kalemegdan Fortress in Belgrade, and Patriarch’s
Church in Veliko Târnovo. Also cruise through the dramatic Iron
Gates gorge and Main-Danube Canal, and stop in the Puszta with
an exhibition of Hungarian horsemanship. Travelers who opt for
the extension in Transylvania will enjoy a guided full-day
excursion to Dracula’s Bran Castle and Sinaia Monastery.
Legendary Danube (The
) from $2,399
- on the
Artistry / Poetry / Tapestry / Tranquility,
from the splendor of Prague to the Gypsy
violins of Budapest, you’ll treasure every
moment of this memorable vacation. Travel through the
fascinating Main-Danube Canal, enjoy a guided visit of medieval
Regensburg, tour Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey, and
experience the music, art, culture, and historical sights in
romantic Vienna.
Special River Cruise:
The October 28 river cruise on the Avalon Tapestry is offered as
an exclusive Wine Cruise, including special lectures and
tastings, available at no additional cost.
Jewels of Central Europe from $4,459
- on the
Artistry / Poetry / Tapestry / Tranquility,
sail along the Moselle, Rhine, Main, and
Danube Riversand through the dramatic Rhine Gorge and
Main-Danube Canal on this remarkable vacation. Guided
sightseeing in each city shows you the highlights, with inside
visits to a wine cellar in Bernkastel, Reichsburg Castle in
Cochem, Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in
Rüdesheim, the Residenz in Würzburg, the Old Chapel in
Regensburg, the Benedictine Abbey in Melk, and Fishermen’s
Bastion in Budapest. Also stop along the Romantic Road in
medieval Rothenburg, travel by high-speed TGV train between
Paris and Metz, and attend a baking demonstration in Miltenberg.
Magnificent Europe from $3,349
- on the
Artistry / Poetry / Tapestry / Tranquility,
this magnificent vacation includes
a deluxe
cruise that reveals the best of Europe along the Rhine, Main,
and Danube Rivers. Enjoy a canal cruise past Amsterdam’s 16th
century merchant houses and through the impressive Main-Danube
Canal. Sail through The dramatic Rhine Gorge past the legendary
Lorelei rock; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument
Museum in charming Rüdesheim; and pause for a baking
demonstration in Bavaria’s picturesque Miltenberg. Also, see the
sights with Local Guides in Cologne, Bamberg, Passau, Grein, and
Vienna.
Special River Cruise:
The October 18 river cruise on the Avalon Poetry is offered as
an exclusive Music Cruise, including special concerts and
performances, available at no additional cost.
North Sea-Black Sea Cruise from $6,479
NEW CRUISE
- on the
Artistry Tranquility,
the North Sea, the Black Sea, and the rivers
in between are the focus of this memorable cruise along the
magnificent Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers. You’ll sail through
Amsterdam’s lovely canals and the Main-Danube Canal, will cruise
through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge, and will enjoy included
guided sightseeing in each city. Explore Bucharest, Romania’s
lively capital; experience the famed Vienna Woods; and spend
time in the pretty wine village of Rüdesheim. Other highlights
include Fishermen’s Bastion, Patriarch’s Church, Kalemegdan
Fortress, Melk Abbey, and a traditional baking demonstration in
Miltenberg.
Rhine and Moselle (The
) from $3,849
- on the
Affinity,
this exciting vacation has it all!
Explore Holland’s colorful capital as you cruise through
Amsterdam’s enchanting canals; see the city highlights in
Cologne, Bernkastel, and Strasbourg; and visit Koblenz, Trier,
Mainz, and Reichsburg Castle above charming Cochem. Sail past
the famous Lorelei rock and through the dramatic Rhine Gorge.
Then in
Rüdesheim, sample the area’s famous Riesling wines, and enjoy
excursions to majestic and charming Heidelberg and and
then enjoy Germany’s legendary Black Forest.
Romantic Rhine - from $1,889
- on the
Affinity / Creativity / Tapestry,
one of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits
on this fascinating journey. Enjoy guided sight-seeing in
Strasbourg, Koblenz, and Cologne, as well as a full-day
excursion to majestic Heidelberg and a canal cruise in
picturesque Amsterdam. Sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge,
take pictures of the famous Lorelei rock, and sample the area’s
famous Riesling wines in the quaint wine village of Rüdesheim.
Tulip Time Cruise from $1,799
- on the
Poetry / Tranquility, Discover picturesque Holland and Belgium in
the spring! See the sights in Arnhem, Middelburg, and Rotterdam,
as well as Antwerp and Ghent. Enjoy a canal cruise in Amsterdam,
take photos of the charming windmills at Kinderdijk, and learn
about Holland’s complex flood controls at the fascinating Delta
Works. Also, explore the quaint fishing village of Volendam;
take an excursion to Edam, famous for its cheeses ; and drink in
the colorful blooming beauty of famous Keukenhof Gardens.
Windmills & Vineyards from $3,529
- on the
Affinity,
experience France,
Luxembourg, Germany, Belgium, and Holland on this fantastic
cruise vacation. See the city’s major highlights on a guided
tour of Paris and travel between Paris and Metz via TGV
high-speed train. Also enjoy guided sightseeing in Trier and
Cologne, a canal cruise in Amsterdam, and take pictures of the
windmills at famous Kinderdijk. Visit Reichsburg Castle in
Cochem and enjoy a wine cellar visit in Bernkastel. Guided
sightseeing in Arnhem includes a visit to the Airborne Museum
Hartenstein, and you can sample the area’s famous Riesling wines
in the pretty wine village of Rüdesheim.
WINTER EUROPEAN
HOLIDAY CRUISES - all the holiday cruises will posted shortly!
Christmas Time in the
Heart of
Germany from $1,709
NEW CRUISE
- Experience the holiday season
the Central European way on this festive vacation featuring a
deluxe 5-night cruise on the Main River. Enjoy guided city
sightseeing in Würzburg, Bamberg, and in the Bavarian village of
Miltenberg, as well as an orientation in Wertheim. In Würzburg,
visit the Bishop’s Residenz; take an included excursion to
Rothenburg on the famed Romantic Road; and enjoy a baking
demonstration in Miltenberg. In 1,000-year-old Prague, see the
city’s best-known treasures and stroll through the impressive
Christmas market in the Old Town.
Christmas Time on the Danube from $1,859
Enjoy the festive atmosphere
of 1,000-year-old Prague and all along the legendary Danube on
this enchanting vacation. Delight in the sights, smells, and
tastes of local Christmas markets in Nuremberg, Regensburg, and
Vienna as Local Guides introduce you to these exciting cities.
Be sure to sample the Glühwein, Lebkuchen, and other
traditional holiday specialties!
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SPECIFIC CRUISES by CRUISE SHIP,
please call 1-888-666-7279 for further info and to book a
cruise
AFFINITY
CRUISES:
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Christmas in Heart of
Germany = CHG ▪ Christmastime on the
Danube = CTD ▪ The Rhine & Moselle =
TRM ▪
Romantic Rhine = RR ▪ Windmills Vineyards
& Paris = WVP
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ARTISTRY® CRUISES:
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Black Sea Discovery =
BSD & BSDR ▪ Blue Danube to Black Sea = DBS ▪
Blue Danube Discovery = BDD
European Splendor = ES ▪ Grand Black Sea = GBS
▪ The Legendary Danube = TLD ▪ Magnificent Europe
= ME ▪ North Sea-Black Sea = NBS ▪ Rhine & Moselle =
RM ▪ Romantic Rhine = RR
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CREATIVITY
CRUISES:
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The Romantic Rhine = TRR
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IMAGERY®
CRUISES:
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NEW SHIP: Cruises
start
April 2010 ▪ Tulip Time = TTC ▪ Magnificent
Europe = ME
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POETRY®
CRUISES:
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Blue Danube Discovery =
BDD ▪ Legendary Danube = LD ▪ Magnificent
Europe = ME ▪ Tulip Time = TTC
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SCENERY®
CRUISES:
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Flavors of Burgundy = FBP
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TAPESTRY®
CRUISES:
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Blue Danube Discovery =
BDD ▪ Legendary Danube = LD ▪ Magnificent
Europe = ME ▪ Romantic Rhine = RR
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TRANQUILITY CRUISES:
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Black Sea Discovery =
BSD ▪ Blue Danube Discovery = BD ▪
Central European Experience = CEE
Grand Black Sea = GBS ▪ Jewels of
Central Europe = JCE ▪ Magnificent
Europe = ME ▪ Tulip Time = TTC
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Europe River
Cruise Prices Alphabetical by Cruise Destination Code
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BLACK SEA DISCOVERY
(BSD) Starting at: $2,849.00* 12 days incl. air,
or 11 days from Bucharest to Budapest
BLACK SEA DISCOVERY (BSDR) Starting at:
$2,999.00* 12 days incl. air, or 11 days from Budapest
to Bucharest
THE BLUE DANUBE DISCOVERY (BDD) Starting at:
$3,129.00* 14 days incl. air, or 13 days from Budapest
to Prague
BLUE DANUBE to the BLACK SEA (DBS) NEW Starting
at: $3,709.00* 14 days incl. air, or 13 days from Vienna
to Bucharest
BLUE DANUBE to the BLACK SEA (DBSR) NEW Starting
at: $3,559.00* 14 days incl. air, or 13 days from
Bucharest to Vienna
CENTRAL EUROPEAN EXPERIENCE (CEE) Starting at:
$3,259.00* 13 days incl. air, or 12 days from Paris to
Prague
CENTRAL EUROPEAN EXPERIENCE (CEER) Starting at:
$3,069.00* 13 days incl. air, or 12 days from Prague to
Paris
CHRISTMAS in the HEART of GERMANY (CHG) NEW
Starting at: $1,709.00* 9 days incl. air, or 8 days from
Frankfurt to Prague
CHRISTMAS in the HEART of GERMANY (CHGR) NEW
Starting at: $1,709.00* 9 days incl. air, or 8 days from
Prague to Frankfurt
CHRISTMASTIME ON THE DANUBE (CTD) Starting at:
$1,859.00* 10 days incl. air, or 9 days from Prague to
Vienna
EUROPEAN SPLENDOR (ES) NEW Starting at:
$3,649.00* 14 days incl. air, or 13 days from Amsterdam
to Vienna
EUROPEAN SPLENDOR (ESR) NEW Starting at:
$3,549.00* 14 days incl. air, or 13 days from Vienna to
Amsterdam
FLAVORS OF BURGUNDY & PROVENCE (FBP) Starting at:
$2,209.00* 12 days incl. air, or 11 days from Paris to
Nice
FLAVORS OF BURGUNDY & PROVENCE (FBPR) Starting
at: $2,209.00* 12 days incl. air, or 11 days from Nice
to Paris
GRAND BLACK SEA CRUISE (GBS) Starting at:
$5,269.00* 20 days incl. air, or 19 days from Prague to
Bucharest
GRAND BLACK SEA CRUISE (GBSR) Starting at:
$5,119.00* 20 days incl. air, or 19 days from Bucharest
to Prague
THE LEGENDARY DANUBE (TLD) Starting at:
$2,399.00* 12 days incl. air, or 11 days from Prague to
Budapest
JEWELS OF CENTRAL EUROPE (JCE) Starting at:
$4,459.00* 18 days incl. air, or 17 days from Paris to
Budapest
JEWELS OF CENTRAL EUROPE (JCER) 20 days incl.
air, or 19 days from Budapest to Paris Starting
at: $5,099.00*
MAGNIFICENT EUROPE (ME) Starting at: $3,349.00*
16 days incl. air, or 15 days from Amsterdam to Budapest
MAGNIFICENT EUROPE (MER) Starting at: $3,849.00*
16 days incl. air, or 15 days from Budapest to Amsterdam
NORTH SEA-BLACK SEA CRUISE (NBS) Starting at:
$6,729.00* 24 days incl. air, or 23 days from Amsterdam
to Bucharest
NORTH SEA-BLACK SEA CRUISE (NBSR) Starting at:
$6,479.00* 24 days incl. air, or 23 days from Bucharest
to Amsterdam
THE RHINE & MOSELLE (TRM) Starting at: $3,849.00*
16 days incl. air, or 15 days from Amsterdam to Basel
ROMANTIC RHINE (TRR) Starting at: $1,989.00*
9 days incl. air, or 8 days from Amsterdam to Basel
ROMANTIC RHINE (TRRR) Starting at: $1,889.00*
9 days incl. air, 8 days from Zürich to Amsterdam
TULIP TIME CRUISE (TTC) Starting at: $1,799.00* 9
days incl. air, or 8 days from Amsterdam to Amsterdam
WINDMILLS,VINEYARDS & PARIS (WVP) Starting at:
$3,529.00* NEW 14 days incl. air, or 13 days from Paris
to Amsterdam
WINDMILLS,VINEYARDS & PARIS (WVPR) Starting at:
$3,529.00* NEW 14 days incl. air, or 13 days from Paris
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The New
2009 Epicurean Adventurer Program
offers connoisseurs of fine wine and cuisine a host of culinary
delights
- Private wine tastings
- Culinary demonstrations led by Master
Chefs
- Delicious wine and food paired dinners
- Special onshore excursions
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