Visionary, Festive Heart of Germany 2022 ex Nuremberg to Frankfurt – 13 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.

Approx 172 Square Feet

Stateroom Amenities Include:
Comfort Collection by Avalon
Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Choice of soft or firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Hairdryer
L’Occitane bath amenities
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels
Alarm clock
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked minibar
Complimentary bottled water
In-room safe
Individual climate control
Modern Finishings
Large mirror in bathroom

Approx 172 Square Feet Stateroom Amenities Include: Comfort Collection by Avalon Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers Egyptian super-combed cotton linens European-style duvets Choice of soft or firm pillows Extra blankets Choice of bed configuration Nightly turn-down service Bedside tables with reading lamps Hairdryer L’Occitane bath amenities Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage Easy under-bed luggage storage Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels Alarm clock Direct-dial telephone Bathrobes & slippers Well-stocked minibar Complimentary bottled water In-room safe Individual climate control Modern Finishings Large mirror in bathroom

Approx 200 Square Feet

Stateroom Amenities Include:
Comfort Collection by Avalon
Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Choice of soft or firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Hairdryer
L’Occitane bath amenities
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels
Alarm clock
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked minibar
Complimentary bottled water
In-room safe
Individual climate control
Modern Finishings
Large mirror in bathroom

Approx 200 Square Feet

Stateroom Amenities Include:
Comfort Collection by Avalon
Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Choice of soft or firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Hairdryer
L’Occitane bath amenities
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels
Alarm clock
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked minibar
Complimentary bottled water
In-room safe
Individual climate control
Modern Finishings
Large mirror in bathroom

Approx 200 Square Feet

Stateroom Amenities Include:
Comfort Collection by Avalon
Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Choice of soft or firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Hairdryer
L’Occitane bath amenities
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels
Alarm clock
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked minibar
Complimentary bottled water
In-room safe
Individual climate control
Modern Finishings
Large mirror in bathroom

Approx 300 Square Feet

Suite Amenities Include:
Comfort Collection by Avalon Deluxe beds with premium mattress covers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Choice of soft or firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Hairdryer
L’Occitane bath amenities
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels
Alarm clock
Make-up mirror
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked minibar
Complimentary bottled water
In-room safe
Individual climate control
Modern Finishings
Large mirror in bathroom
Marble countertops in bathroom
Private cocktail party

Avalon Visionary - Indigo Deck

Avalon Visionary - Sapphire Deck

Avalon Visionary - Royal Deck

Avalon Visionary - Sky Deck

The Avalon Visionary® delivers an intimate setting, along with two full decks of suites featuring 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, giving you the rare opportunity to wake each morning to the enchanting scenery and fresh breezes. Onboard amenities include an Internet corner, complimentary Wi-Fi access, an expanded fitness centre, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, shade system, whirlpool, and the delightful open-air bistro.

Ship Profile & Stats

  • Length: 443 feet
  • Maiden Voyage: 2012
  • Passenger Capacity (dbl): 166
  • Crew Nationality: Europoean
  • Officer Nationality: Europoean
  • Dining Staff Nationality: European

Ship Facilities

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


Cruise Itinerary

DateActivityArriveDepart
13 Dec '22
Nuremberg, Germany
14 Dec '22
Nuremberg, Germany
15 Dec '22
Bamberg, Germany
16 Dec '22
Wurzburg, Germany
17 Dec '22
River Cruising
18 Dec '22
Frankfurt, Germany

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

5 Night Cruise sailing from Nuremberg to Frankfurt aboard Avalon Visionary.

DAY 1: NUREMBERG, GERMANY (EMBARKATION)
Welcome in Nuremberg, where your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding Flights into Nuremberg must arrive by 3:30 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. Indulge in traditional holiday fare and hot libations to warm your heart and soul. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN NUREMBERG (D)

DAY 2: NUREMBERG
Legends and History Lessons CLASSIC – Choose a Guided Tour of Nuremberg’s medieval architecture, gilded fountain, Gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle, OR: CLASSIC – Join a Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds-used by the Third Reich. Spend free time browsing the spruce stalls of the Christmas Markets of Nuremberg. Sample favorite Bavarian fare-bratwurst, gingerbread, mulled blueberry wine, and countless other Christkindlmarkt culinary delights. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BAMBERD (B,L,D)

DAY 3: BAMBERG
Christmas Customs and Cradle Scenes CLASSIC – Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Bamberg-medieval home of Germany’s Roman Empire dynasties. Stroll through dozens of Bamberg’s nativity scenes-from miniature to life-size. Take free time to enjoy the quaint Christmas markets, and warm up with traditional German dumplings, sausage, and a glass of hearty Bavarian ale. DISCOVERY – Enjoy an onboard Christmas Traditions Lecture while sailing. AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WURZBURG (B,L,D)

DAY 4: WURZBURG
Old Saint Nick and Nutcrackers Sweet CLASSIC – Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the “Pearl of the Romantic Road” with its Old Main Bridge, towering fortress, and baroque Bishop’s Residence. You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the beautiful Bavarian town of Rothenburg. Visit the Kathe Wohlfahrt German Christmas museum-the world’s most extensive collection of traditional German Christmas decorations. Spend free time enjoying the festive, warm glow of Wurzburg’s Christmas markets. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAIN RIVER VILLAGE (B,L,D)

DAY 5: MAIN RIVER VILLAGE
Hidden Gifts and Holiday Delights CLASSIC – Take a Guided Tour of a picturesque village along the Main River. DISCOVERY – Join a Cookie-Baking Demonstration on board your ship while sailing. AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO FRANKFURT (B,L,D)

DAY 6: FRANKFURT (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

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