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Rhine & Rhône Revealed for Wine Lovers (Southbound)

14 nights from £5,108pp departing Tuesday 27th Oct 2026

Immerse yourself in French and German culture on this fabulous Europe river cruise vacation along the Rhine, Saône, and Rhône Rivers. A Certified Sommelier will accompany you on your European river cruise with presentations, tastings, and wine pairings along the way.Spectacular views begin in Holland’s popular, modern capital of Amsterdam. The best way to see the treasures of this 700-year-old city is on a canal cruise along the elegant Grachten. Sail to Cologne, Germany—a 2,000-year-old city best known for its Gothic architecture and famous twin-spired cathedral—for a fascinating g...

Cruise to Tournus for an excursion to a Chardonnay wine cellar. Continue to Lyon— a showcase of medieval and Renaissance architecture— to explore a maze of medieval alleyways in the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a culinary walk and enjoy a tour of the famous wine region of Beaujolais. Continue to the city of Tournon beautifully nestled among vineyards. Here, enjoy a guided walk with a wine-and-chocolate tasting or a walk in the vineyards. In Avignon, visit the Palace of the Popes and take a guided tour to Châteauneuf du Pape. This remarkable river cruise will take you to Arles, the capital of the Provence region and famous for its 1st-century Roman Amphitheater. Your European river cruise on three beautiful rivers—the Rhine, Saône, and Rhône Rivers—will carry on in your favorite travel memories for a long time to come.

About Certified SommeliersSeldom do travelers get the chance to learn about wines from certified experts in the field! Avalon invites you to sail in the company of a certified sommelier who shares elite experience, unsurpassed knowledge, and personal passion for wines on board your ship. We are honored to offer our guests the expertise of certified sommeliers who join select cruises to share their insights and inspiration in all things wine. Truly exclusive experiences for wine lovers!

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27th27OctOct202626Amsterdam, Netherlands, embark on the Avalon View 
28th28OctOct202626Amsterdam, Netherlands 
29th29OctOct202626Cologne, Germany 
30th30OctOct202626Rüdesheim, Germany 
31st31OctOct202626Speyer, Germany 
1st01NovNov202626Kehl, Germany 
2nd02NovNov202626Breisach, Germany 
3rd03NovNov202626Basel, Switzerland 
4th04NovNov202626Tournus, France 
5th05NovNov202626Lyon, France 
6th06NovNov202626Lyon, France 
7th07NovNov202626Tournon-sur-Rhône, France 
8th08NovNov202626Avignon, France 
9th09NovNov202626Arles, France 
10th10NovNov202626Arles, France, disembark the Avalon View 
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2020
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14 nights cruising on the Rhine
Beer, wine & soft drinks at lunch & dinner
One complimentary shore excursion In every port
Free Wi-Fi Included
Exclusive special events
Speciality wine pairing meal @ Panorama Bistro
Bikes for passenger use
Port Taxes and Fees
ABTA and ATOL Protection*
Pricing
Date
27th Oct 2026
Nts
14
Oceanview
£5,108pp
Suite
£8,106pp
Cabins & Pricing
Other Dates

Holiday Code: 296080
Date
27th Oct 2026
Nts
14
Oceanview
£5,108pp
Suite
£8,106pp
Cabins & Pricing
Other Dates

Holiday Code: 296080
Date
27th Oct 2026
Nts
14
Oceanview
£5,108pp
Suite
£8,106pp
Cabins & Pricing
Other Dates

Holiday Code: 296080
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All offers and prices are subject to change and availability at time of booking. Prices are based on twin occupancy sharing unless otherwise stated and are subject to Fusion Holidays and the Tour Operator's terms and conditions. Additional cabin, flight and other supplements may apply in addition to the pricing shown above. Flight details, timings and routing may be subject to alteration. Additional charges may also apply. Any advertised Onboard Spending money or additional package benefits will be per cabin based on twin occupancy sharing. *Not all holidays are ATOL protected. Please ask us to confirm what protection may apply to your booking. Errors and omissions excepted E&OE. Offers can be withdrawn at anytime.
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