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Small-ship sailing along the Rhine River with Avalon Waterways offers travellers the “suitest,” safest, quickest and most direct path back to cruising in 2021 and 2022. The chance to dive into off-the-beaten-path adventures in storybook settings where happiness and Rieslings flow.  Avalon offers an unparalleled entry price ($2,911*), not-so-common-cabins with the widest-views in river cruising, not to mention award-winning Suite Ships® with wide-open spaces, fresh air and fresher perspectives – plus more excursions with fewer passengers.

“With Avalon, it’s possible to cruise without a crowd, explore new cultures with ease and sail in intimate, off-the-beaten-path settings,” said Pam Hoffee, managing director of Avalon Waterways. “Aboard our spacious, state-of-the-art Suite Ships, travellers enjoy the company of an expert Cruise Director, appealing crew-to-passenger ratios, the attention they deserve and seamless dock-and-go sightseeing. And, with its breadth of handsome harbours, intriguing ‘bucket list’ cities and quaint villages – across five countries – the Rhine will redefine the cruise experience for travellers in 2021 and 2022.”

The Rhine, Redesigned:

Just as the Rhine is the only waterway to feature dozens of castles in as many miles, Avalon Waterways is the only river cruise operator that invites travellers to customise their Rhine River experience with dozens of choices, including:

  • More itineraries

With nearly two dozen cruise itineraries in its Rhine holiday portfolio, Avalon offers more ways to discover the Rhine River Valley, year-round, than any other river cruise line.

  • Greater flexibility

Avalon’s Rhine itineraries range from five to 16 days, offering travellers a wide selection of holidays to suit a variety of needs and schedules. 

  • Greater affordability

Avalon Waterways provides Rhine river cruise holidays priced from $2,911*, giving travellers the chance to dip their toes in the small ship cruise experience.

  • More customisation

Avalon’s exclusive Avalon Choice® excursion menu offers holiday personalisation with a varied selection of Classic, Active and Discovery sightseeing options. An Avalon Adventure Host℠ is also on-hand for on-your-own activities and adventures. 

  • More immersion

Avalon Waterways is the only river cruise company that offers Active & Discovery cruises, a collection of itineraries with a selection of more active and culturally immersive experiences.

  • More time

With YourWay cruising, Avalon Waterways is also the only river cruise company that invites travellers to seamlessly add time in European cities – with included sightseeing and transfers – before and after each cruising holiday.

  • More views

No other river cruise company provides travellers an entire fleet of Suite Ships featuring one-of-a-kind Panorama Suites℠, Open-Air Balconies℠, and beds that face the Rhine views on two full decks.

  • More Peace-of-Mind

Avalon Waterways’ travel bookings automatically come with a Peace of Mind Travel Plan, free of charge. This plan gives you flexibility to move your booking to another destination, holiday or brand, if needed, before final payment.

“Gifting cruisers a sail through time and tales, the Rhine River is a fabled waterway that is as fitting for first-time river cruisers as it is for seasoned travellers,” added Hoffee. “With one-of-a-kind sightseeing and second-to-none panoramic views, Avalon offers the cruising holiday travellers can bank on in 2021 and 2022.”

Sample Rhine River itineraries include:

  • A Taste of the Rhine (5 days; Frankfurt to Amsterdam)
  • The Heart of Germany (6 days; Nuremberg to Frankfurt)
  • Romantic Rhine (7 days; Amsterdam to Basel)
  • Active & Discovery on the Rhine (8 days; Frankfurt to Amsterdam)
  • Canals, Vineyards & Castles (8 days; Amsterdam to Remich)

BOOK NOW & SAVE: SAVE up to $3,300/couple on select 2021/2022 Rhine river cruises.