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German Grandeur for Beer Enthusiasts (Westbound)

Sail the Main River aboard the Avalon Tranquility II, your dedicated cruise vessel as you embark on this magnificent cruise. Uncover the romanticism of Europe and explore enchanting sites that are home to history, architecture and beauty.

Let Avalon Waterways whisk you away on the odyssey you’ve been waiting for and discover the splendours of your every port of call. Enjoy a bespoke itinerary, newfound friends and a lifetime of memories aboard this German Grandeur for Beer Enthusiasts (Westbound) cruise.

Experience luxury firsthand on a cruise that’s right for you and traverse Europe in the unmistakable style of an Avalon Waterways river voyage.

  • Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways
  • Ship: Avalon Tranquility II
  • Duration: 8 Nights
  • Departure: November
AVG PER PERSON*
£2,524
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German Grandeur for Beer Enthusiasts (Westbound) Cruise Prices

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Nov 11, 2026
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German Grandeur for Beer Enthusiasts (Westbound) Itinerary

Enjoy a bespoke itinerary filled with incredible excursions as you sail the Rhine and Main rivers.

Day 1

Nuremberg

Board your ship.

Note: Flights into Nuremberg must arrive by 3:30 PM and passengers must be on board the ship by 5 PM

Day 2

Bamberg

Go biking in Bamberg or go on a Guided Walking Tour. Visit a family run hop garden. Enjoy a beer lecture on board tonight.

Day 3

Würzburg

Go on a bike ride in Würzburg or a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Würzburg. Live entertainment on board tonight.

Day 4

Miltenberg

Embark on a Guided Walking Tour of Miltenberg. Attend an on board beer tasting.

Day 5

Frankfurt / Seligenstadt

Experience a bike ride in Frankfurt, a Guided Tour to Seligenstadt, or a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Frankfurt. Try a guided brewery tour. Enjoy free time this afternoon. Live entertainment on board later.

Day 6

Boppard / Rüdesheim

Try a hike through the vineyards of Rüdesheim or a tour of the Mechanical Music Museum. Tonight, partake in an on board food and beer pairing dinner.

Day 7

Strasbourg

Enjoy an on board beer and cheese tasting. Try a City Tour of Strasbourg.

Day 8

Breisach

Experience a full-day Guided Tour to the Black Forest, a bike ride along the Rhine, or a Guided Tour to Freiburg’s mediaeval city centre. Consider a morning Guided Optional Excursion to Colmar.

Day 9

Basel

Your cruise concludes this morning.

Note: Departure flights should not leave Zürich airport before 10 AM or Basel airport before 8 AM

GERMAN GRANDEUR FOR BEER ENTHUSIASTS (WESTBOUND) CRUISE SHIPS

Avalon Tranquility II

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GERMAN GRANDEUR FOR BEER ENTHUSIASTS (WESTBOUND) CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

Explore an array of dazzling destinations

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Frankfurt

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German Grandeur for Beer Enthusiasts (Westbound) Deals

Explore the Main River aboard a host of magical cruises

Avalon Waterways
Departure: November
VISITING: Nuremberg Bamberg Wurzburg Miltenberg Frankfurt / Seligenstadt Boppard / Rüdesheim Strasbourg Breisach Basel
AVG PER PERSON* £ 2,524
Avalon Waterways
Departure: May to Nov
VISITING: Basel (EMBARK) Breisach Strasbourg Rüdesheim-Rhine Gorge-Boppard Frankfurt Main River Village Würzburg Bamberg Nuremberg (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON* £ 2,322
Avalon Waterways
Departure:
VISITING: Basel (EMBARK) Breisach (excursion to Black Forest) Strasbourg Boppard / Rüdesheim / Rhine Gorge Frankfurt Wertheim Wurzburg Bamberg Nuremberg (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON* £ 4,342
Avalon Waterways
Departure: May/Oct (2025)
VISITING: Basel (EMBARK) Breisach (excursion to Black Forest) Strasbourg Boppard / Rüdesheim / Rhine Gorge Frankfurt Main River Village Würzburg Bamberg Nuremberg / Munich(DISEMBARK) Munich
AVG PER PERSON* £ 3,010
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German Grandeur for Beer Enthusiasts (Westbound) FAQs

How long is the ship?

The Avalon Tranquility II is 361 ft long.

Which countries will we be visiting during the cruise?

You’ll be stopping in Germany, France and Switzerland during your cruise.

Will there be any differences between the 2025 itinerary and the 2026 itinerary?

There may be changes between this cruise’s 2025 and 2026 itineraries. For more information, check out Avalon Waterways’ website.

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