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Christmas in the Heart of Germany 2011 / 2010

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

Cruise Overview


Cruise Overview


Experience the holiday season on this festive river cruise vacation from Prague to Frankfurt. Your vacation begins in 1,000-year-old Prague, with guided sightseeing that shows off the city’s best-known treasures and time to explore the impressive Old Town Christmas market. Also enjoy guided city sightseeing in Nuremberg, Bamberg, Würzburg, and the charming Bavarian village of Miltenberg. Other highlights: a beer tasting in Bamberg, a visit of Würzburg’s Bishop’s Residenz, an included excursion to medieval Rothenburg on the famed Romantic Road, and a traditional baking demonstration on board your vessel.

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

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

NUREMBERG:
Welcome reception; guided sightseeing

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

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

MILTENBERG:
Guided sightseeing; baking demonstration

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