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Unmissable European River Cruise in 2025 | Barcelona, Paris & The Rhine River

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

  • Last Cabins Left
  • $4000 Bonus Value
  • Sail | May 2025

Book By 28th February 2025

May 2025

Product Code: MC-34328

Unmissable European River Cruise in 2025 | Barcelona, Paris & The Rhine River

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

  • Last Cabins Left
  • $4000 Bonus Value
  • Sail | May 2025

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Return economy flights to Barcelona returning from Zurich

BONUS 2 Night hotel stay to explore the city of Barcelona at your leisure
BONUS Scenic rail journey from Barcelona to Paris

BONUS 2 Night hotel stay to explore the city of Paris at your leisure
BONUS Scenic rail journey from Paris to Amsterdam to embark your river cruise

8 Day relaxed luxury river cruise from Amsterdam to Basel onboard Avalon Waterways in a Deluxe Stateroom
Enjoy an overnight stay onboard in Amsterdam to explore more

Seasonal & locally sourced A La Carte menus across flexible dining venues
Regional wine & beer with lunch & dinner + daily happy hour
Specialty onboard entertainment
BONUS Wifi onboard & prepaid gratuities
BONUS Daily on shore excursions with expert guides

BONUS Airport transfer from Basel to Zurich airport upon disembarking your cruise

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

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Barcelona, Spain

Welcome to Barcelona, a bustling beachside city filled with architectural gems. Hit the Gaudi trail, explore the Gothic Quarter and take a stroll along Las Ramblas. Visiting a tapas bar is an absolute must, especially when washed down with a glass of sangria. Enjoy a 2-night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Paris, France

Take a scenic rail journey from Barcelona to Paris today. The city of light and the global centre of art, fashion, gastronomy, and culture. Famed for its 19thcentury architecture, Paris is home to some of the most formidable and renowned structures in the world, including the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe and the Notre-Dame Cathedral. Enjoy a 2-night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Take a scenic rail journey from Paris to Amsterdam and embark your 8 day relaxed luxury river cruise from Basel to Amsterdam onboard Avalon Waterways today. Spend tonight onboard in Port.

 
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.

 
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!

 
Rhine Gorge - Rudesheim

Passing through the Rhine Gorge is 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. Later, call at Rudesheim, a true Rhine wine town surrounded by vineyards, whose fruits can be sampled in the many taverns around town.  

 
Mainz, 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.

 
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!).

 
Breisach, 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.

 
Basel, Switzerland

Disembark Avalon Waterways in Basel today. Farewell Europe as you board your flight home, or ask us about our flexible flights and extend your stay.

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Important Info Open All

Price based on cruise sail dates:

  • 6 May 2025
    Itinerary operates in reverse order
  • 13 May 2025

Please note: not all cabin grades may be available on all dates

Price based on departing from Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Extra charges apply for:

  • Brisbane ($299pp)
  • Adelaide ($299pp)

Based on Deluxe Stateroom (E)view stateroom

Upgrade to Deluxe Stateroom (D) from $199 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Panorama Suite (P) from $1499 per personview stateroom

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
A second deposit (part payment) will be required/date & amount will be supplied by the consultant at the time of booking.

Product Code: MC-34328

From $6,990 *pp
Valued at $8990
Book By 28th February 2025

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