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Active & Discovery on the Rhine (Southbound) 2025

From Amsterdam to Basel
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Globus
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Tour Itinerary

Fairytale settings await on every Rhine River cruise, but an Active & Discovery cruise wit Avalon immerses you in new, interactive ways. As you glide from untouched villages to touching cities throughout Holland, Germany and France, our range of excursions, from Classic to Discovery to Active options, presents the opportunity to move at your desired pace and be moved at every turn. Clifftop castles, rolling vineyards, and cobblestone lanes become even more enchanting when you experience them from the seat of a bicycle or an artist’s stool. From culinary walks and beer tours to cave, castle and kayaking explorations, you choose exactly how to toast the joys of the Rhine and your moving journey on it.Move. Enjoy a little get-up-and-go on your cruising vacation when you:•Paddle through the canals of Amsterdam on a kayak.•Take an E-Bike tour surrounded by beautiful vineyards at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers.•Follow the road less traveled on an exciting hike along Heidelberg’s Philosophers’ Way.And Be Moved.Get off the beaten path and relish the world when you:•Discover your inner artist at an Amsterdam painting class inspired by the Dutch masters.•Explore the lava caverns on a one-of-a-kind volcano encounter below the town of Mendig.•Join a foodie tour through Strasbourg to discover the cuisine of France’s Alsace region. Plus, Classic sightseeing is always available in every port along the way.Activate your senses and discover a world of wonder in all-new, entirely “you” ways on your personal, passion-packed cruise along the Rhine.

  1. Day 1
    AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND (EMBARKATION)
    How Suite It Is! Welcome Aboard Your Avalon Suite Ship®.

    Flights into Amsterdam must arrive by 3:30 pm.

    Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.

    You may take a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses.

    Your day in Amsterdam is free to explore at your leisure the colorful cafés, galleries, bridges, and canals.

    OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM

    (D)


    Meals:   Dinner
  2. Day 2
    AMSTERDAM
    Colorful Canals of Amsterdam

    Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.

    ACTIVE Enjoy a Guided Kayak Tour for an adventure which will provide you a unique perspective of the “Venice of the North” from the waters of its magnificent canals, OR:

    DISCOVERY Discover the true beauty of Amsterdam with an off-the-beaten-path Guided Walking Tour through its cobblestone streets for a captivating look at this legendary city, OR:

    DISCOVERY Attend a Painting Class and be inspired by the masters’ techniques. Paint your own canvas and discover your inner artist, OR:

    CLASSIC Enjoy a Guided Canal Cruise to explore the iconic waterways and sites of Amsterdam.

    This afternoon enjoy a relaxing sailing on the Sky Deck.

    OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO DÜSSELDORF

    (B,L,D)


    Meals:   Breakfast   Lunch   Dinner
  3. Day 3
    DÜSSELDORF, GERMANY
    Avant-Garde Architecture and Amazing Altbiers

    ACTIVE Join a City Biking Tour to discover interesting stories about the sights and the city itself along the way, OR:

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

    CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour of Düsseldorf. Visit the Old Town, but also discover its spectacular subway line, where each station has an individual magic character.

    This afternoon you might take a Guided Optional Excursion to Düsseldorf’s microbreweries to try a variety of Altbiers.

    Later enjoy live entertainment on board.

    EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO KOBLENZ

    (B,L,D)


    Meals:   Breakfast   Lunch   Dinner
  4. Day 4
    KOBLENZ—RHINE GORGE
    Fortress Walls and Manor Halls Where the Rhine and Moselle Meet

    Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.

    ACTIVE Take a Guided E-Bike Tour in the vineyards surrounding this beautiful city at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers, OR:

    DISCOVERY For a unique experience, join us on an excursion to the “Lava City” of Mendig for a Volcano Encounter, including exploring the caverns and corridors where basalt (cold lava) was mined, OR:

    CLASSIC Enjoy a leisurely Guided Walk of ancient Koblenz, including a cable car ride to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress for a spectacular panoramic view.

    En route to Bingen, sail through the Rhine Gorge (a UNESCO World Heritage site). Take in the breathtaking views of ancient castles perched on cliffs 400 feet above the water, and pass the legendary Rock of the Lorelei—where the mythological siren’s songs lured ill-fated sailors.

    DISCOVERY Enjoy an experience fit for royalty during an exclusive private reception at Rheinstein Castle.

    OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BINGEN

    (B,L,D)


    Meals:   Breakfast   Lunch   Dinner
  5. Day 5
    SPEYER. EXCURSIONS TO HEIDELBERG
    The World’s Biggest Wine Barrel and Famous Vineyards

    ACTIVE Follow the road less traveled on this exciting Guided Hike along the Philosophers’ Way for an inspiring view of the city below, OR:

    DISCOVERY Learn about the art of beer making with an entertaining and exclusive Guided Tour of four breweries in and out of Old Heidelberg, OR:

    CLASSIC Enjoy a Guided Tour to Heidelberg Castle to see the ruins of the magnificent renaissance treasure towering above the city, and its famed Great Vat, the “World’s Largest Wine Barrel. While visiting the city, also enjoy a tasting of local specialties.

    Enjoy live entertainment on board your ship this evening.

    EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO KEHL

    (B,L,D)


    Meals:   Breakfast   Lunch   Dinner
  6. Day 6
    KEHL. EXCURSION TO STRASBOURG, FRANCE
    A Grand Cathedral and La Petite France

    Ask about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.

    ACTIVE Enjoy a walking tour along the river and explore Strasbourg’s lovely European District around the Marne-Rhein Canal, OR:

    DISCOVERY Join a Culinary Walk to discover the Alsatian cuisine and traditions, so influenced by the unique history of a region, whose control alternated between Germany and France for centuries, OR:

    CLASSIC Join a City Sightseeing Tour, including Strasbourg’s s Gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals and astronomical clock, as well as the magical La Petite France District.

    This afternoon choose one of the Optional Excursions available.

    EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BREISACH

    (B,L,D)


    Meals:   Breakfast   Lunch   Dinner
  7. Day 7
    BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO BLACK FOREST
    German Winemaking and the Beautiful Black Forest

    ACTIVE Take a Guided E-bike Tour to experience the magical Black Forest from a unique point of view, OR:

    ACTIVE Join a Bike Ride north along the Rhine River toward the small fortified Medieval village of Burkheim, OR:

    DISCOVERY Join a full-day Guided Tour to the magical Black Forest to experience the Vogtsbauernohf open-air-museum, visit an authentic water mill, and see a traditional butter-making demonstration, OR:

    CLASSIC Join A Guided Tour to explore Freiburg’s medieval city center, sheltered by the Black Forest amid vineyards and gardens of the Upper Rhine Valley.

    You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar, with half-timbered medieval and early renaissance buildings.

    EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BASEL

    (B,L,D)


    Meals:   Breakfast   Lunch   Dinner
  8. Day 8
    BASEL (DISEMBARKATION)
    Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.

    Flights should not leave Zürich airport before 10 am or Basel airport before 8 am.

    (B)


    Meals:   Breakfast

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Inclusions

  • In the event of technical or water level issues, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or alter the program, including hotel overnight when necessary.
  • Guided Tours, Optional Excursions, activities, sailing and docking schedules may be contingent on weather conditions or other issues outside of our control and could therefore be subject to change at any time.
  • Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.

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Accommodations

Gateway city for departures is Zürich.

Port charges:
$210

Avalon offers the opportunity for solo travelers to sail with no single supplement (subject to availability).

Please call for single accommodation details and prices. Triples not available.

Amsterdam: Movenpick Amsterdam City
A stylish 408-room hotel in the perfect location, this waterfront property offers Free Wi-Fi internet access throughout. The chic restaurant serves creative international cuisine and there is a fabulous bar serving drinks and light snacks which is also a great spot for a nightcap. For relaxation there is a Lifestyle Studio featuring a gym, Finnish sauna, bio sauna & ice fountain.
Address:
Piet Heinkade 11
Amsterdam , Netherlands
Amsterdam: Westcord Jakarta
A unique sustainable hotel in Amsterdam, where two worlds connect. At the former location where ships left for Jakarta, lies a green oasis in the centre of the city. Hotel offers 200 luxurious rooms with a Indonesian influenced style. Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at Café Jakarta or get a drink at the Malabar. Be pampered in luxury and relax in our wellness and swimming pool with views towards the river IJ.
Address:
Javakade 766
Amsterdam , Netherlands
Zurich: Renaissance Zurich Tower
This 300 room luxury hotel is housed in a modern tower building located in the vibrant Zurich West quarter. The exclusive Grill restaurant serves urban cuisine and the lounge bar offers drinks, snacks and cocktails. Other amenities include a fitness area on the 15th floor with city views, sauna and steam bath.
Address:
Turbinenstrasse 20
Zurich , Switzerland

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Globus Tours Customer Trip Reviews

Overall Rating
4.2
Accommodations
3.9
Itinerary
4.3
Professional Staff
4.5
Repeat with Operator
4.2
Value for Money
4
Ratings based off 11062 reviews about Globus Tours - currently showing 15 reviews with comments only
JV Joseph on Apr 17, 2025  
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
5

Globus is a fantastic company to travel with. It was my first experience and I loved every day of it!!

SB Stanley on Apr 08, 2025  
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
3
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
3

This was our sixth Globus tour. Three with Avalon. We have always had a great time and cannot wait for our next one in October.

GC Gloria on Mar 01, 2025  
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5
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5
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5
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5
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5

Globus service is exceptional.

MT Melodia on Feb 23, 2025  
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5
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5
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
5

I have traveled numerous times with Globus and I am very satisfied with their service and tour packages. I also have recommended Globus Tours to family and friends, and they tell me how grateful they are for the recommendation. Globus make travelling an unforgettable experience. The hotels are beautiful and modern. The activities are exciting, and the places visited are fantastic which makes a trip memorable.

RM Richard on Feb 15, 2025  
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5
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5
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5
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5

This Globus Independent tour of Vietnam, Cambodia and Bangkok exceeded our expectations. We thoroughly enjoyed the included itinerary, and the optional excursions were exceptional. The tour guides who cared for us in each city were top of their profession. We learned so much and they were fun, caring and extremely helpful.

NW Nancy on Feb 15, 2025  
Accommodations
3
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5
Professional Staff
5
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5
Value for Money
5

Some rooms lacked A/C and hotel gym.

RK Robert on Feb 10, 2025  
Accommodations
5
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5
Professional Staff
5
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5
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5

We had a great time on this trip!

BF Benjamin on Jan 23, 2025  
Accommodations
3
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3
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3
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3
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3

Iguassu Host/Guide didn't speak English very well. Said he had learned English two months ago. He was prompt and courteous but didn't totally understand everything we were asking and discussed. All the South American destinations we had difficulties with communications when dealing with the locals (not guide or host). There appears to be less people that speak English than in Europe.

DD Deborah on Jan 17, 2025  
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
5

Affordable Tours was easy to work with and helped me make my trip what I wanted it to be. Globus Tours provided well managed trip to Portugal -our guide Beatriz was very informative and gave us an inspirational time exploring almost all of Portugal -the experiences were unforgettable, and I loved learning about and experiencing Portugal!

LG Linda on Dec 11, 2024  
Accommodations
3
Itinerary
3
Professional Staff
3
Repeat with Operator
3
Value for Money
3

This was my first trip with Affordable tours.  Iwas very impressed. I personally didn't appreciate that I had to fight with multiple suitcase and having to walk long distances. Future trips i will definitely pack light because of all of the walking and transferring from plane, bus and trains.

LT Linda on Nov 30, 2024  
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
5

You cannot beat Globus Escape tours for the price. They've become more and more popular as this is the 2nd or 3rd time they've opened a parallel tour to go with the one we've chosen. This tour was fast paced and would give a first time visitor a taste of the area. Globus tour directors are excellent and all of the hotels were located conveniently.

CM Christine on Nov 17, 2024  
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
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5
Value for Money
5

Super trip. Great tour director and super coach driver! We had a significant weather issue outside of their control and they did an outstanding job to deal with situation! Sites, hotels etc great!!

LT Lynn on Nov 16, 2024  
Accommodations
3
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
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5
Value for Money
5

Some of the hotels were outdated but accessible to the city center. So you are trading one option for another.

AM Ana on Nov 10, 2024  
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
3
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
5

We had good tour director Mauricio. My only comment was that we booked it as a smaller group however we were integrated with a bigger group in total we were 24 in the group good thing the people in the tour were really nice people.

GK Gerard on Nov 10, 2024  
Accommodations
5
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5
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5
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5
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Everything and everyone was great. Tracy and Francesco are the best tour guides I have ever met.

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