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16 Day Fly, Tour & River Cruise Holiday with $4000 Bonus Value Including City Stay, Onboard Beverages, Exclusive Package Savings & More

  • Low deposits Available
  • $4000 Bonus Value
  • Sail | June 2026

Book By 31 August 2025

Set Sail on 23 June 2026

Product Code: MC-36113

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Incredible Italy Tour & Rhine River Discovery

16 Day Fly, Tour & River Cruise Holiday with $4000 Bonus Value Including City Stay, Onboard Beverages, Exclusive Package Savings & More

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  • $4000 Bonus Value
  • Sail | June 2026

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Return international flights to Rome, returning from Amsterdam

9 Day Best of Italy Tour
8 Nights accommodation in hand selected whilst touring with breakfast daily
4x on tour local dinners

• See Rome’s iconic landmarks from the Colosseum to St Peter’s Sqaure & More
• Create an iconic moment as your visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa
• Marvel at priceless works of art as you soak up the charm of Florence
• See the Tuscan countryside
• Discover  the Magnificent Piazza San Marco in Venice
• Wander Through the Fairytale Like Village of Lake Como
• Explore Milan –  the fashion capital of Italy

BONUS Transfer from Milan to Basel

Enjoy an 8 day luxury Rhine River cruise from Basel onboard Avalon Waterways in a Deluxe Stateroom
Enjoy Avalon’s newly launched After Dark Program with an overnight onboard in Amsterdam

Soaring river cruising to new heights, the line’s all-new Avalon After Dark offering is here! From dedicated entertainment and more after dark port adventures to Sky Grill dinners under the stars and newly curated cocktails on the Sky Deck, this latest addition spoils. Whether swaying to magnetic live music in the Panorama Lounge or stepping ashore for a moonlit city escape, Avalon After Dark ensures that every moment – day or night – is one to remember.

 

Seasonal & locally sourced a la carte menus across flexible dining venues
Regional wine & beer with lunch & dinner
Specialty onboard entertainment
Complimentary wifi onboard
On shore excursions with expert guides
Onboard port taxes & charges
BONUS onboard gratuities

Take advantage of this exclusive bonus-packed cruise deal, without breaking the bank

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Arrive Rome

Welcome to Italy! Arrive in Rome by air and make your way to the hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free to relax or begin exploring the Eternal City at your own pace. Stroll through charming piazzas, sip a cappuccino at a sidewalk café, or take in your first glimpses of iconic Roman landmarks.
Hotel – Ibis Styles Roma Aurelia or similar

 
Rome, Italy

Steeped in history, the “Eternal City” is vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique! Start the included introduction to Rome’s landmarks from St. Peter’s Square with a Local Guide. Enjoy a drive along the iconic landmarks of the city: the Tiber River, the Caius Cestius Pyramid, the Aurelian Walls, and the Caracalla Baths. Complete the experience with a walk back in time from the Circus Maximus to the Arch of Constantine and to the fascinating Colosseum, symbol of the Roman Empire.

Hotel – Ibis Styles Roma Aurelia or similar

 
Montecatini - Pisa - Rome

Vistas of rolling hills, cypress trees, terraced vineyards, olive groves, and charming villages form the backdrop as you journey into the heart of Tuscany. Stop in Pisa to enjoy a mini-train ride to the Square of Miracles and see the legendary Leaning Tower before continuing to Rome. Rome Hotel is located outside the city centre in a geographically convenient location.

Hotel – Hotel Tamerici & Principe or similar

 
Montecatini - Excursion to Florence

Today, discover the wonders of Florence, starting with a guided walking tour featuring some of the city’s greatest attractions. See Piazza Santa Croce; world-famous Signoria Square; 13th-century Palazzo Vecchio; Loggia dei Lanzi; the unique Duomo with Giotto’s Gothic Bell Tower and the Baptistry’s ornate bronze door known as the “Gate of Paradise.

Hotel – Hotel Tamerici & Principe or similar

 
Venice Area - Modena - Montecatini

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before departing for Montecatini. En route, enjoy a balsamic vinegar tasting at the renowned Acetaia Leonardi vineyard. This 18th-century family-run farm on 27 acres of vineyard produces classic Balsamic Vinegar using Trebbiano and Lambrusco grapes. Continue to Montecatini.

Hotel – Poppi Hotel or similar

 
Venice Area

Venice is a place of unmatched beauty and a feast of fantastic sights. View the delightful crisscrossing canals, gondolas, arched bridges, palaces, and piazzas. Your included orientation features a boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and a visit to a Venetian glassblowing workshop. You’ll have time to explore on your own, perhaps ride a romantic gondola or relax with a cappuccino or spritz. Dinner at the hotel.

Hotel – Poppi Hotel or similar

 
Milan - Venice Area

Our guided walking tour in Milan includes the Sforzesco Castle, the Galleria, La Scala Opera House, and the Duomo, followed by some free time. Continue to your hotel in the Venice area and enjoy dinner.

Hotel – Quark Hotel Milan or similar

 
Milan - Excursion to Lake Como

Enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel this morning and then depart for Lake Como. Glide on the gorgeous waters of Lago di Como on your cruise to beautiful Bellagio – Lake Como’s most loved village with narrow streets and stunning views. Return to the hotel in Milan this evening.

Hotel – Quark Hotel Milan or similar

 
Arrive in Milan, - Overnight in Milan

Say goodbye to Milan this morning as you travel north by coach to Switzerland. Arrive in Basel, where you’ll embark your River Cruise and begin your next unforgettable journey along the Rhine onboard Avalon Waterways.

 
Breisach - excursion to Black Forest, Germany

Welcome to Breisach, the perfect base to the mysterious Black Forest. This storybook town is the ideal gateway to uncover the wine and food-loving culture of this German region.

 
Strasbourg, France

Welcome to Strasbourg, the “Crossroads of Europe”. Located on the border of France and Germany, this historic town uniquely blends the traditional culinary and architectural styles of the two nations. Explore Strasbourg’s vibrant cobbled lanes and half-timbered homes, and don’t forget to delight in a pastry (or two!).

 
Mainz - Excursion to Heidelberg, Germany

Welcome to Mainz, famed for its old town, half-timbered houses and medieval market squares. During your stroll through the town centre, be sure to visit the Marktbrunnen Renaissance fountain, the Romanesque Mainz Cathedral and the Gutenberg Museum.

 
Rudesheim - Rhine Gorge, Germany

Welcome to Rudesheim, a true Rhine wine town surrounded by vineyards, whose fruits can be sampled in the many taverns around town. Later, sailing through the picturesque Rhine Gorge, sure to be one of the highlights of your river cruise. Pass rocky outcrops and cruise around twisting bends to the famous Lorelai or ‘murmuring rock’, where legend claims that enchanting maidens lured unsuspecting sailors to their watery graves.

 
Cologne, Germany

Welcome to Cologne, one of Germany’s oldest and most beautiful cities. A splendid mix of both old and new, spend your visit exploring both the Old Town, with its beautiful squares, local markets and historical monuments, and the modern city, which was rebuilt after World War 2. Plus, don’t miss the magnificent Gothic Cathedral, a World-Heritage listed sight!

 
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Welcome to Amsterdam, the 17th century capital of Holland, famed for its picturesque canals, vibrant culture, and architectural delights. Meander through charming neighbourhoods, take a bike ride or explore historic gems like the Anne Frank House and the Hague. Enjoy an onboard overnight stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Farewell Amsterdam today as you disembark from your cruise ship, or ask us about our flexible flights and extend your stay.

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Price based on tours starting:

  • 16 June 2026
    Tour
  • 23 June 2026
    River Cruise

Price based on departing from Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Based on Deluxe Stateroom (D)view room

Upgrade to Panorama Suite (A) from $1699 per personview room

Upgrade to Panorama Suite (P) from $1899 per personview room

Upgrade to Royal Suite (S) from $2999 per personview room

Prices are per person twin share in AUD, and subject to availability and currency fluctuations.
Pricing is subject to change until reservation is confirmed. Please note – Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions are subject to change and availability.
Seasonal and/or flight routing surcharges may apply. Flights may not be direct or operate daily.  Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur.

Important – if your cruise holiday package is made up of consecutive back to back sailings, there is a chance that you may be allocated different cabin numbers on each voyage and may be required to change cabins throughout your journey.

Please note upgrade amounts advertised may be based on lead in obstructed view staterooms.

Please note – onboard benefits valued at has been converted into Australian Dollars from the onboard currency. Details of the onboard currency can be provided by your consultant at the time of enquiry.  Shore excursions and other items such as alcoholic beverages & laundry are an additional cost. Should onboard gratuities or hotel service charges not already be included in your package, these are mandatory and charged by the cruise line to your onboard account on a day by day basis.
Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice.

Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking.

Please note: Flight deviations requested by the traveller incur a fee of $150AUD per person plus any additional airfare and or tax charges.  These will be advised by our Cruise After Sales / Air Department at the time of selecting your flights

Please note that a majority of US based (including Hawaii) hotels impose a daily mandatory additional charge that is automatically added to your bill by the hotel. There are various inclusions provided for these resort fees. These fees are separate from, cannot be prepaid prior to arrival and are in addition to our advertised package.
Please note many European hotels charge a nominal daily City Tourist Tax which is utilised locally for tourism-related purposes and to improve the local infrastructure in the area. This tax is collected by the hotels directly from the customer and the amount can vary by region, hotel size or type. Local regulations state this must be collected by the hotel and cannot be prepaid.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have checked the Visa requirements for all countries visited on this itinerary.
China, Russia, India, Canada, and the USA require visas to be arranged prior to sailing for all Australian passport holders.
For Non-Australian passport holders please check with the appropriate embassy.

** Low Deposit Policy
Some cruise lines may charge a higher deposit if upgrading from an interior stateroom or adding additional benefits. Your consultant will advise at time of booking. A second deposit (part payment) will be required/date & amount will be supplied by the consultant at the time of booking.


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