15-Night Christmastime From Basel To Vienna on Avalon Expression (Avalon Waterways) from Zurich

15 NightsDuration

Avalon WaterwaysCruise Line Avalon ExpressionCruise Ship ZurichEmbarkation Port EuropeRegion $15,012Starting Fare

PORTS OF CALL ON THIS VOYAGEZurich, Breisach, Strasbourg, Speyer, Frankfurt, Main River, Wurzburg, Bamberg

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Departure Date	Return Date	Inside	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite	Advisor Quote & Perks
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PORT-BY-PORT TIMELINE

Day-by-Day Cruise Itinerary

Christmastime From Basel To Vienna Route Map

Day 1

Basel, Switzerland (Embarkation) (ZRH)

BASEL, SWITZERLAND (EMBARKATION) Welcome to Switzerland. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Zürich must arrive by 3 pm. Flights into Basel must arrive by 4 pm.Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. Stroll through the city centre, enjoy the festive illumination and savor Christmas de

Day 2

Breisach, Germany Excursion To Black Forest (BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO BLACK FOREST)

BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO BLACK FOREST German Winemaking and the Beautiful Black ForestCLASSIC Join a Guided Tour through storybook Colmar, along the charming canals of the “Little Venice” of France and past countless historic buildings and monuments, OR:CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour to the magic

Day 3

Strasbourg, France (STRASBOURG, FRANCE)

STRASBOURG, FRANCE Joyeux Noël in StrasbourgCLASSIC Come along for City Sightseeing, including the city’s Gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals and astronomical clock, as well as the magical La Petite France District.You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion in

Day 4

Speyer, Germany Heidelberg Excursion (SPEYER, GERMANY. HEIDELBERG EXCURSION)

SPEYER, GERMANY. HEIDELBERG EXCURSION Winter Wonders Fit for a KingDISCOVERY Take a Guided Tour that includes the magnificent Heidelberg Castle and the Great Vat—the world’s largest wine barrel. After the tour, visit the local German Christmas markets in Heidelberg.Alternatively, enjoy a relaxing mo

Day 5

Frankfurt Excursion To Rudesheim (FRANKFURT. EXCURSION TO RUDESHEIM)

FRANKFURT. EXCURSION TO RUDESHEIM Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country CLASSIC Tour the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience in Rüdesheim.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAIN RIVER VILLAGE(B,L,D)

Day 6

Main River Village (MAIN RIVER VILLAGE)

MAIN RIVER VILLAGE Hidden Gifts and Holiday Delights DISCOVERY Join a German Cookie Baking Demonstration on board your ship while sailing.CLASSIC Take a Guided Tour of a picturesque village along the Main River.DISCOVERY Get into the holiday spirit as cheerful carolers come aboard to fill the air wi

Day 7

Wurzburg (WURZBURG)

WÜRZBURG Old Saint Nick and Nutcrackers SweetCLASSIC Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the “Pearl of the Romantic Road” with its Old Main Bridge, towering fortress, and baroque Bishop’s Residence.You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the beautiful Bavarian town of Rothenburg. Visit t

Day 8

Bamberg (BAMBERG)

BAMBERG Christmas Customs and Cradle ScenesDISCOVERY Enjoy an onboard Christmas Traditions Lecture while sailing. CLASSIC Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Bamberg—medieval home of Germany’s Roman Empire dynasties. Stroll through dozens of Bamberg’s nativity scenes—from miniature to life-size. Take

Day 9

Nuremberg (NUREMBERG)

NUREMBERG Legends and History LessonsCLASSIC Choose a Guided Tour of Nuremberg’s medieval architecture, gilded fountain, Gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle, OR:CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds—used by the Third Reich.Spend free time browsing the spruce stalls o

Day 10

Nuremberg (Disembarkation) Excursion To Munich (Embarkation) (NUREMBERG (DISEMBARKATION). EXCURSION TO MUNICH (E)

NUREMBERG (DISEMBARKATION). EXCURSION TO MUNICH (EMBARKATION) This morning disembark the vessel which has brought you to Nuremberg and drive to MunichCLASSIC Enjoy a Guided City Tour which will show you the highlights of fascinating Munich. See Nymphenburg Palace—a former residence of Bavarian monar

Day 11

Nuremberg (NUREMBERG)

NUREMBERG Living Heritage and History LessonsA day to relax and enjoy Nuremberg at your own pace. Stroll through the festively lit streets, buy those last-minute Christmas gifts, or ask your Cruise Director for suggestions of things to do.Enjoy live entertainment as you sail.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE

Day 12

Regensburg (REGENSBURG)

REGENSBURG Christmas Magic in Bavaria CLASSIC Join a Guided City Walk and see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria—entrance to the Castra Regina fortress built in 179 AD. Take time to browse Regensburg’s sparkling Christmas markets. Enjoy hot-mulled wine, candied almonds, gingerbread, or

Day 13

Passau (PASSAU)

PASSAU Saint Stephen’s, Salzburg, and the Story of Silent NightCLASSIC Join a Guided City Walk to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers.”You may like to join a Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg, Austria. See the setting of The Sound of Music, and learn the story behind the belove

Day 14

Melk, Austria (MELK, AUSTRIA)

MELK, AUSTRIA Frescoes Above the Wachau ValleyCLASSIC Take a Guided Tour of Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to marvel at its frescoed ceilings.DISCOVERY Enjoy an Austrian Cookie Tasting while sailing through the splendid Wachau Valley to Vienna.VIENNAVienna’s Winter WonderlandThis evening, you

Day 15

Vienna (VIENNA)

VIENNA Royal Collections and Amusing Attractions DISCOVERY Explore the city of Vienna and sample local winter specialties on a Guided Walk through the city’s Old Town and Christmas markets, OR: CLASSIC Explore the Habsburg empire this morning on a Guided City Tour of Vienna’s gilded landmarks. See t

Day 16

Vienna (Disembarkation) (VIE)

VIENNA (DISEMBARKATION) Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.(B)

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This 15-night Avalon Waterways voyage aboard Avalon Expression embarks in Zurich and concludes in Vienna, visiting Zurich, Breisach, Strasbourg, Speyer, Frankfurt, Main River, Wurzburg, Bamberg. Fares start at $15,012 per person based on double occupancy, plus eligible Vincent Vacations onboard credits.

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15-Night Christmastime From Basel To Vienna Cruise

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Day-by-Day Cruise Itinerary

Basel, Switzerland (Embarkation) (ZRH)

Breisach, Germany Excursion To Black Forest (BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO BLACK FOREST)

Strasbourg, France (STRASBOURG, FRANCE)

Speyer, Germany Heidelberg Excursion (SPEYER, GERMANY. HEIDELBERG EXCURSION)

Frankfurt Excursion To Rudesheim (FRANKFURT. EXCURSION TO RUDESHEIM)

Main River Village (MAIN RIVER VILLAGE)

Wurzburg (WURZBURG)

Bamberg (BAMBERG)

Nuremberg (NUREMBERG)

Nuremberg (Disembarkation) Excursion To Munich (Embarkation) (NUREMBERG (DISEMBARKATION). EXCURSION TO MUNICH (E)

Nuremberg (NUREMBERG)

Regensburg (REGENSBURG)

Passau (PASSAU)

Melk, Austria (MELK, AUSTRIA)

Vienna (VIENNA)

Vienna (Disembarkation) (VIE)

Available Promotions & Onboard Credits

One Complimentary Pre- or Post-Cruise Night OR $300 per Couple Savings (2027 Sailings)

Why Book 15-Night Christmastime From Basel To Vienna (Avalon Expression) with Vincent Vacations Instead of Direct?

Frequently Asked Questions About 15-Night Christmastime From Basel To Vienna (Avalon Expression)

What is included in the 15-Night Christmastime From Basel To Vienna cruise aboard Avalon Expression?

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