Tranquility II, Christmastime in Alsace & Germany 2022 ex Frankfurt to Basel – 10 Dec 2022

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You’ve always forged your own path…with your own distinct perspective of looking at the world. Avalon Waterways presents a river cruise experience with your unique style in mind-offering expansive views and wider perspectives. With river cruising’s only Open-Air BalconySM, these wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows open wider than any other in the industry, blurring the line between outside and in, forming a spacious seating area for six, and creating an open invitation to discover and dream. Even if you’re a seasoned traveler, you’ve never seen Europe like this.

Whether you’d like a romantic mini-break, an extended exploration, or something in between, with Avalon Waterways, you get to choose the river cruise that reveals the very best of Europe, Asia or South America.

What defines luxury? Is it the enjoyment of the good things in life, or is it simply having things just the way you prefer them? At Avalon Waterways, we navigate with both elegance and ease to deliver a “just right” experience – one that transports you at just the right pace, with just the right amenities, and just the right views. Along the legendary waterways of Europe, we balance enriching activities, included excursions, mouthwatering cuisine, and unmatched service to offer the perfect degree of relaxed indulgence. We call this the Avalon difference.

Stateroom is approximately 16 square metres (172 square feet). Located on Indigo Deck. Deluxe staterooms feature two windows, full shower with glass door, writing desk, vanity, deluxe bed with memory foam mattress toppers, bedside tables with reading lamps, hair dryer, L’Occitane bath amenities, spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage, flat-screen TV with movie channels. Bathrobes and slippers, well-stocked minibar, complimentary bottled water and in-room safe.

Stateroom is approximately 16 square metres (172 square feet). Located on Indigo Deck. Deluxe staterooms feature two windows, full shower with glass door, writing desk, vanity, deluxe bed with memory foam mattress toppers, bedside tables with reading lamps, hair dryer, L’Occitane bath amenities, spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage, flat-screen TV with movie channels. Bathrobes and slippers, well-stocked minibar, complimentary bottled water and in-room safe.

Suites are approximately 20 square metres (220 square feet). Located on Sapphire Deck Aft. Deluxe staterooms feature floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with French Balcony, full shower with glass door, writing desk, vanity, deluxe bed with memory foam mattress toppers, bedside tables with reading lamps, hair dryer, L’Occitane bath amenities, spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage, flat-screen TV with movie channels. Bathrobes and slippers, well-stocked minibar, complimentary bottled water and in-room safe.

Suites are approximately 20 square metres (220 square feet). Located on Sapphire Deck Forward. Deluxe staterooms feature floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with French Balcony, full shower with glass door, writing desk, vanity, deluxe bed with memory foam mattress toppers, bedside tables with reading lamps, hair dryer, L’Occitane bath amenities, spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage, flat-screen TV with movie channels. Bathrobes and slippers, well-stocked minibar, complimentary bottled water and in-room safe.

Suites are approximately 20 square metres (220 square feet). Located on Royal Deck. Deluxe staterooms feature floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with French Balcony, full shower with glass door, writing desk, vanity, deluxe bed with memory foam mattress toppers, bedside tables with reading lamps, hair dryer, L’Occitane bath amenities, spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage, flat-screen TV with movie channels. Bathrobes and slippers, well-stocked minibar, complimentary bottled water and in-room safe.

sSuites are approximately 30.6 square metres (300 square feet). Features deluxe beds with memory foam mattress toppers, spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage, complimentary Wi-Fi, an in-room safe, a wall-to-wall panoramic window and an open-air balcony with a full 6-person seating area

Avalon Tranquility II - All Decks

Another exciting Suite Ship graces the rivers of Europe in 2015. The intimate setting of the Avalon Tranquility II® features two full decks of Panorama Suites with Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique Open-Air Balcony. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard-perfect for stretching out and relaxing-or even throwing a private cocktail party for up to six adults in the spacious sitting area. Onboard amenities and services include free Wi-Fi access, Internet corner, a fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, a hair salon, elevator, and a spacious Sky Deck with shade system, whirlpool, deck games, and the delightful Sky Bistro for al-fresco lunches of light grill fare.

Ship Profile & Stats

  • Length: 110 m
  • Tonnage: 5000
  • Maiden Voyage: 2015
  • Refurbished: 2014
  • Passenger Capacity (dbl): 128
  • Crew Nationality: European
  • Officer Nationality: European
  • Dining Staff Nationality: European

Ship Facilities

  • Reception and Atrium – guest services and Cruise Director desk
  • Club Lounge – intimate lounge of the rear of the ship
  • Observation lounge – open-air lounge seating forward of Panorama lounge
  • Bar
  • Panorama Lounge
  • Dining Room – main dining venue
  • Panorama Bistro – light alternative dining
  • Sky Bistro – al fresco grill station lunch venue
  • Sky Deck – premium lounge chairs and shade awnings
  • Sky Lounge – open-air seating
  • Whirlpool – on Sky Deck
  • Hair Salon
  • Fitness Centre – running equipment, weights, yoga mats etc.
  • Elevator


Cruise Itinerary

DateActivityArriveDepart
10 Dec '22
Frankfurt, Germany
11 Dec '22
Speyer, Germany
12 Dec '22
Strasbourg, France
13 Dec '22
Breisach, Germany
14 Dec '22
Basel, Switzerland

All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

4 Night Cruise sailing from Frankfurt to Basel aboard Avalon Tranquility II.

DAY 1: FRANKFURT, GERMANY (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to Germany. Your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Frankfurt must arrive by 3 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO SPEYER (D)

DAY 2: SPEYER. EXCURSION TO HEIDELBERG
Winter Wonders and a Wine Barrel Fit for a King CLASSIC – Take a Guided Tour that includes the magnificent Heidelberg Castle and the Great Vat-the world’s largest wine barrel. After the tour, visit the local German Christmas markets in Heidelberg. This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board EVENING/OVERNIGHT TO STRASBOURG (B,L,D)

DAY 3: STRASBOURG, FRANCE
A Gothic Cathedral, Heaven’s Time, and Joyeux Noel CLASSIC – Come along for City Sightseeing, including the city’s Gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals and astronomical clock, as well as the magical La Petite France District. You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to beautiful Alsace, for an afternoon in a French wine-country village. Savor the warmth and glow of Christmas tradition by spending your free time this afternoon wandering the French winter markets of Strasbourg. Take in the lights, music, and the pleasures of the season. EVENING CRUISE TO BREISACH (B,L,D)

DAY 4: BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO BLACK FOREST
German Winemaking and the Beautiful Black Forest DISCOVERY – Visit to Badischer Winzerkeller, the largest German wine producer in Europe. Discover Germany’s southernmost wine country in Baden-ideally situated between the hills of the Black Forest and the Rhine River. Learn about the vintners’ process in the vineyards here, and enjoy a wine tasting, OR: DISCOVERY – Join a Guided Tour to the magical Black Forest to experience local traditions and the vibrant Christmas mood. After your visit to Badischer Winzerkeller, you may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar, with its half-timbered medieval and early renaissance buildings EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BASEL (B,L,D)

DAY 5: BASEL, SWITZERLAND (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. Flights shouldn’t leave Zurich airport before 10 am or Basel airport before 8 am. (B)

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