The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards and Castles

Pricing is based on departure date: 29 August 2026

Alternative departures available on 27 Jul 2026

Explore the waterways, wine regions, and historic hills from Luxembourg to Holland. You’ll board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Remich on the beautiful Moselle River. A guided sightseeing tour of Trier reveals ancient remnants dating from 144-152 AD in Germany’s oldest city! Enjoy a guided walk in the charming wine village of Bernkastel and taste some of the region’s best wines. Continue on the Moselle River to the picturesque town of Cochem where the Riesling grape is cultivated and soar above Koblenz on a cable-car ride to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress for a spectacular panoramic view. Discover Düsseldorf by bike, sweet bites, or a tour of fascinating sights. Step through history in 2,000-year-old Nijmegen—the oldest town in the Netherlands that still perseveres from the Roman era to WWII and today. Visit Reichsburg Castle, nestled among vineyards and offering breathtaking views of the town and river valley below. Experience spectacular scenery and discover legendary cultures on your Moselle and Rhine River cruise vacation.

Itinerary Map

Why We Love This Voyage

• A perfectly balanced blend of the Moselle and Rhine, Europe’s most romantic waterways.
• Vineyard towns, medieval castles, and Roman heritage woven into every sailing day.
• A choice of Active, Discovery, and Classic excursions, from castle hikes to culinary tastings.
• Scenic highlights including the Moselle Valley, Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, and historic riverfront cities.
• Avalon’s Suite Ship® experience, featuring spacious Panorama Suites, open-air views, and relaxed, refined luxury.

Itinerary highlights

Amsterdam

Welcome to Holland. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.

Flights into Amsterdam must arrive by 3:30 pm.

Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.

The day is yours to relax and discover this delightful 700-year-old city with its elegant and classic architecture, cafés, restaurants and lively marketplace.

Nijmegen, Holland

WWII Valor and Famous Mills

Active Excursion
Discover Nijmegen by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:

Classic Excursion
Join a Guided Tour of Nijmegen— the oldest town in the Netherlands. Learn how this city was first built more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans and see the archaeological Roman-era ruins in the city that was also damaged in WWII, OR:

Classic Excursion
Join a Guided Tour of the Airborne Museum of Hartenstein commemorating the 1944 WWII Battle of Arnhem. This afternoon, enjoy leisurely sailing to Amsterdam.

Düsseldorf 

Avant-Garde Architecture and Amazing Altbiers

Active Excursion
Join your Adventure Host and explore the city of Düsseldorf by bike, OR:

Discovery Excursion
Experience Düsseldorf’s Old Town and get an insight into its culinary diversity, OR:

Classic Excursion
Join a Guided Tour of Düsseldorf. Visit the Old Town, but also discover its spectacular subway line, where each station has uniquely magic character all its own.

Koblenz - Cologne

Fortress Walls and Manor Halls

Ask about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.
Classic Excursion
Enjoy a leisurely Guided Walk of ancient Koblenz, including a cable-car ride to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress for a spectacular panoramic view.
This afternoon, enjoy leisurely sailing to Cologne to enjoy free time this evening. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy free time over a glass of Kölsch pale lager—locally brewed for over 100 years!

Cochem

The Charm of the Moselle Valley

Active Excursion
See Cochem from atop, hike up to an excellent viewpoint with your Adventure Host and visit Reichsburg Castle, OR:

Discovery Excursion
Take part in a Guided Visit to one of the oldest mustard mills, dating back to 1810. Under the guidance of the head mustard “miller,” you’ll watch mustard being made using traditional skills with more than 200 years of savoir-faire and a recipe that has been passed down through the generations, OR:

Classic Excursion
Join a Guided Walk of Cochem through its half-timbered houses and winding streets. Visit the hilltop Reichsburg Castle with a bird’s-eye-view of the Moselle Valley.
Relax on the Sky Deck while sailing to Koblenz through the Moselle Valley, famous for the beautiful wine growing villages and vineyards.

Bernkastel, Germany

Castle Vines and German Wines

This morning, enjoy leisurely sailing to Bernkastel.
Classic Excursion
Take a Guided Walking Tour of the charming wine village of Bernkastel—with its medieval marketplace and 17th-century gabled timber-framed houses.
Enjoy free time this afternoon, take a bike ride through the village to sample Apfelkuchen or other wonderful German desserts.

Tonight, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.

Trier

Ancient Worlds and Old-World Charm

Active Excursion
Get your daily dose of exercise through a walk in Trier with your Adventure Host, OR:

During lunch time, enjoy leisurely sailing to Trier.

Classic Excursion
Take a Guided Sightseeing tour of Trier—Germany’s oldest city with ancient remnants dating from 144-152 AD. Starting from Porta Nigra, walk through the city center.

Remich, Luxembourg

Welcome to Luxembourg! Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.

Flights into Luxembourg City must arrive by 3 pm.

Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.

Enjoy dinner on board this evening.

Your Ship: Avalon Imagery II

If image is everything, the Avalon Imagery II is the real thing. The Avalon Imagery II embodies all of Avalon's outstanding traditions to deliver exceptional cruise experiences and service. Passengers can choose from two full decks of Panorama Suites, featuring wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform the living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. At a spacious 200 square feet, our Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording the incomparable opportunity to awaken each morning with Europe's splendid scenery at your feet. Onboard amenities include complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi access, Fitness Center, elevator, alternative light menu options in the Panorama Bistro or al fresco grill lunch at the Sky Bistro. Relax to your heart's content on the expansive Sky Deck's premium lounge chairs, take a dip in the whirlpool, get cool in the shade on deck, and play deck games too! Your image just got a lot more relaxed.

What’s included with your vacation

EVERYTHING YOU WANT. NOTHING YOU DON’T.

Why pay extra for the experiences you came for? With Avalon, the best parts of cruising aren’t upsold – they’re already yours. That's the Avalon difference. From the glass of wine in your hand to the Wi-Fi on your phone, from the sunrise yoga class to the storybook castle on your afternoon e-bike ride – it’s all built in. No nickel-and-diming. No surprises. With us, the best memories aren’t add-ons, they’re included.

FREE SPIRITED SIPS
Wine, beer, and soft drinks are always included at lunch and dinner. Plus, enjoy complimentary Happy Hour every night (except the first) with wine, beer, and specialty cocktails – even zero-proof options designed by award-winning mixologist Martin Hudák. And when you want something cosy or indulgent, the Club Lounge is open 24/7 with complimentary specialty teas and coffees.

FREE STYLE DINING
No fixed seating. No forced schedules. With FlexDining® you choose when, where, and how you eat. Elegant four-course dinners in glass-walled dining rooms. Breezy Sky Deck barbecues or al fresco lunches and dinners. Petite plates in the Panorama Bistro. Breakfast in bed with river views. Afternoon teatime with pastries. Sweet treats and savoury bites—always available in the Club Lounge. All included.

FREE TO EXPLORE
Avalon Choice® Excursions offers you an average of 22 included excursions to experience the world – from castle hikes and chocolate workshops, city tours to kayaking trips. Plus bikes and e-bikes are free to use when you want to wander on your own.

FREE TO MOVE
Wellness is also included with Avalon. From yoga to stretching classes led by Adventure Hosts, to enhanced fitness centers with new equipment, to bikes and e-bikes ready for every port – Avalon makes it easy to keep your body and spirit in motion.

FREE CONNECTION
Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi via Starlink, free infotainment systems in every stateroom with 50+ free movies, and the AvalonGO app to keep you informed and on course before and during your cruise.

FREE TO DREAM
Every room is exterior facing and comes with a view, plus Comfort CollectionSM beds, Egyptian cotton linens, marble bathrooms, and L’Occitane® products. Most guests enjoy a Panorama SuiteSM with a wall-to-wall Open-Air Balcony® and beds that face the passing landscapes. Would you like your coffee with one complimentary castle or two?

FREE TO PLAY (AND STAY UP LATE)
Daylight isn’t the end of the adventure. With Avalon After DarkSM, your evenings sparkle with live music, trivia, dance parties, and themed events. Add in al fresco dinners on the Sky Deck, late-night cocktails, and overnight stays in legendary cities – or free movies in the comfort of your Panorama Suites and you’ll find the nights shine as brightly as the days.

Remich → Trier → Bernkastel → Cochem → Koblenz → Cologne → Düsseldorf → Nijmegen → Amsterdam

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