German Grandeur

11 Day Tour
Tour dates October 23 - November 4, 2024

You are cordially invited to join your hostess Joy Gawf-Crutchfield cruising through the most picturesque area of Germany along the Rhine and Main rivers.

This area, commonly known as "The Grandeur of Germany" for its picture postcard beauty, actually begins on the Rhine River in Basel, Switzerland. You’ll sail to Breisach—with your choice of a visit to a local winery, a scenic bike ride, or an excursion to the Black Forest. Sail to the city of Strasbourg, France for a guided tour and visit to the La Petite France district and Gothic-style cathedral, then on to the vineyards and wine village of Rüdesheim through the spectacular views of Rhine Gorge. The modern and charming city of Frankfurt is also on your route along the Rhine River, and you’ll sail on the Main River to visit an authentic Main River village on your way to Würzburg. Take a guided tour of Bamberg, before concluding your cruise in Nuremberg. From Switzerland to Bavaria, your German river cruise will create grand memories indeed!

Joy added one pre-cruise night in Zurich and two post-cruise nights in Nuremberg just to be sure you have plenty of time to adjust to the time change and fully enjoy even the first and last days of the trip.  She has a wonderful list of things to do during this free time, or you can just wander through the lovely City Centers and historical sites, taking it all in.

Best of all, due to the preferred status The Joy of Travel has with Avalon Waterways, Joy was able to secure discounts of $1500 per person plus free tips for cabin categories P, A and B.  

Price point?  The complete package, with one pre night in Zurich, your 8 night cruise, and two post nights in Nuremberg (excellent hotels included in each city) with round trip transfers, your cancel for any reason travel insurance, your port fees and taxes, your category P cabin (these are the famous award winning panoramic cabins on the top deck of the ship) and your prepaid tips is only $5,799 per person.  All we need to add is airfare, which will vary depending on your preferred departure point and preferred class of service (economy, premium economy, business/first class).

Our ship?  The newest in the fleet, the stunning Avalon View.  We sailed her on our Christmas cruise in Dec 2022, she's incredible.

Dates of travel?  Oct 23-Nov 4, 2024, just in time for incredible fall foliage viewing.  11 days in the heart of Bavaria.  What an amazing opportunity.

Please call Joy or your favorite agent at The Joy of Travel today for more information and to grab your cabin (or click here to send an email directly to The Joy of Travel).  A & B cabin categories are also available at a slightly lower cost.     

Joy@thejoyoftravel.net

Enjoy reading about our day-to-day cruise itinerary:

Day 1 - BASEL, SWITZERLAND (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to Switzerland! Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.
Enjoy dinner and explore the ship on your first night on board as you sail to Breisach.

Day 2 - BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO BLACK FOREST
German Winemaking and the Beautiful Black Forest

You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar in the morning.

Day 3 - STRASBOURG, FRANCE
A Grand Cathedral and La Petite France
Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.

Choose a Guided Optional Excursion to the historic Maginot Line—the pre-WWII fortifications designed to protect the eastern border of France, or visit Alsace’s wine country today.

Alternatively, take some free time in Strasbourg to visit a museum, or stroll across the city center.

Day 4 - RÜDESHEIM, GERMANY–RHINE GORGE - BOPPARD
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country

This afternoon, stretch out on the Sky Deck as you pass through the spectacular Rhine Gorge on your way to Boppard.

BOPPARD

A Peaceful Jewel in the Rhine Gorge

Enjoy some free time to relax, or explore the Rheinallee Promenade for delicatessen fare with a cup of German coffee or glass of Riesling wine.

Later, enjoy onboard entertainment while sailing to Frankfurt.

Day 5 - FRANKFURT. EXCURSION TO SELIGENSTADT
Charm in Frankfurt

Later, enjoy live entertainment onboard.

AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAIN RIVER VILLAGE

Day 6 - MAIN RIVER VILLAGE
Beauty on the Main River

Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.

AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WÜRZBURG

Day 7 - WÜRZBURG
A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic Road

You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the beautiful town of Rothenburg. See the local sights and enjoy the fairytale atmosphere that has inspired artists.

Enjoy live entertainment on board as you set sail for Bamberg.

AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BAMBERG

Day 8 - BAMBERG
The City of Seven Hills

After the tour, spend free time with a glass of German-style Rauchbier (smoked beer).

EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO NUREMBERG

Day 9 - NUREMBERG (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends this morning with breakfast.

All payments are made directly to wholesale suppliers and any cancellations or changes are subject to their fee schedule and policies. Please be aware that deposits are non-refundable. If insurance has been purchased you may be entitled to a credit up to the full amount paid, minus the cost of the insurance. Exceptions may be made for medical reasons, but it is at the sole discretion of the insurance company. The Joy of Travel, LLC does not have any control over insurance claims or payments.

TYPES OF EXCURSIONS