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Christmas in the Heart of Germany 2011 / 2010

8 days from Frankfurt to Prague or 9 days incl. travel (WFN)

Cruise Overview


Cruise Overview


Experience the holiday season on this festive river cruise vacation from Frankfurt to Prague. Enjoy guided city sightseeing in Miltenberg, Würzburg, Bamberg, Nuremberg, and Prague. Attend an onboard traditional baking demonstration, visit Würzburg’s magnificent Bishop’s Residenz, and take an included excursion to medieval Rothenburg on the famed Romantic Road. See Bamberg’s Old Town Hall and sample some of Germany’s famous beers, while in the “Golden City” of Prague, see the city’s best-known treasures and explore the impressive Christmas market in the Old Town.

CRUISE:
Deluxe 5-night cruise from Frankfurt to Nuremberg in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds

FRANKFURT:
Welcome reception

MILTENBERG:
Guided sightseeing; baking demonstration

WÜRZBURG:
Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz; excursion to Rothenburg

BAMBERG:
Guided sightseeing, see the Old Town Hall; beer tasting

NUREMBERG:
Guided sightseeing

PRAGUE:
Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit Hradcany Castle grounds

Meals - (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner

Full buffet breakfast (B) in Prague; superb dining with all meals on board daily featuring full breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D), including a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements; complimentary regional wine, beer, or soft drinks with all onboard dinners; complimentary coffee and tea available throughout the day

Hotels

PRAGUE Hilton (SF)

Combine with another Festive Season Cruise
Combine with Christmastime in Alsace & Germany, Christmastime on the Danube (excluding Prague), or both Christmastime in Alsace & Germany and Christmastime on the Danube (excluding Prague). Combined cruises will have other minor itinerary modifications.

Notes:

  • Christmas markets operate from late November until the third week of December, depending on the location (Prague markets are open from early December until the first days of January).
  • In the event of water level problems on stretches of any river, it may be necessary to operate part of the itinerary by motorcoach.
  • Included visits and special features are subject to change. If a change becomes necessary, a substitute will be offered.





Please note that some amenities, features and enhancements are only available on 2011 river and small-ship cruise departures.
Always Included
It’s about you. You are the reason we’ve used our 80-plus years of travel expertise to design the very best river cruise experience. Inspired by you, we’ve taken everything special about river cruising and made it even better. Here are some of the features and amenities you’ll experience with Avalon.

  • Panoramic windows throughout every ship.
  • Spacious designs provide personal space.
  • Included shore excursions with Local Guide.
  • Headsets for shore excursions.
  • Highest-quality craftsmanship.
  • Premium coffees, cappuccinos and lattes.
  • Coffee self-serve beverage station.
  • A lounge serving premium spirit cocktails.
  • Maintain your routine in the fitness center.
  • The Comfort Collection by AvalonSM.
  • Premium L’Occitane bath amenities.
  • Daily early- and late-riser breakfast.
  • Full buffet breakfast with sparkling wine.
  • Made-to-order egg station is at buffet.
  • Chef-inspired regional recipes.
  • Four-course dinners with open seating.
  • Choice of appetizers, soups & salads.
  • Nightly option of entree, dessert or cheese.
  • Complimentary regional wines at dinner.
  • Beer or soft drinks free with dinner.
  • Night Fare served at 10:30 p.m.
  • Remarkable service through the cruise.
  • English-speaking crew.
  • Non-smoking interior.
  • Large bathrooms - showers w/ glass doors.
  • Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels.
  • Spacious 3-door closets for ample storage.
  • Internet access to stay in touch with family.
  • And, much more.

Cruise Highlights