Wine, ancient waterways and medieval castles – what’s not to love?! Better yet, you can experience all three on a river cruise along Europe’s Rhine and Moselle rivers. Starting in the popular, modern capital of Holland, Amsterdam and winding your way down the Rhine River through Germany, you’ll enjoy many a breathtaking view, meals that will tantalise your tastebuds, experiences that will liven your spirit and so much more. Here are some of our favourite activities along this popular river cruise itinerary:
Amsterdam
Colourful Amsterdam – with canals, crooked houses and Golden Age cuisine, there’s something to appeal to everyone in this lively capital city. Some city highlights include:
Canal Cruise
Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam on a canal cruise past stately home of the city’s ‘Golden Age’.
Culinary Walk
Embark on a guided culinary walk through Amsterdam to sample savoury and sweet Dutch specialities.
Cologne
Begin your scenic cruise along the Rhine River and celebrate life in Rhineland’s Capital City, Cologne. Known for its gothic architecture, join a guided walking tour to see the famous twin-spired cathedral and explore the cobblestone streets of the 2000-year-old Old City.
Sit back and relax on the SkyDeck as you sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge – the most beautiful stretch of the Rhine River where ancient castles stand on cliffs 120 metres above the water.
Rudesheim
There’s much to enjoy in the charming wine town of Rudesheim. Some highlights include:
Mechanical Music Museum
For a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience, a visit to the incredible Mechanical Music Museum is a must!
Niederwald Monument
Take an open-air cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument. To get back down, you can either ride the cable car or walk back down through the vineyards.
Treat your tastebuds
There are so many food and drink options in Rudesheim, however, some of our favourites include a Coffee Tasting or a Wine Tasting.
Cochem
Along the Moselle River, stop at the picturesque town of Cochem, where the Riesling grape is cultivated. Highlights here:
Reichsburg Castle
Nestled among vineyards and offering breathtaking views of the town and river valley below, Reichsburg Castle is great for enjoying birds-eye views of the Moselle Valley and river bend.
Bernkastel
A symphony of half-timber, stone and slate, teemed with wine taverns galore, Bernkastel is a charming town. Some highlights here include:
Guided Walking Tour
Enjoy a guided walking tour of the charming wine village of Bernkastel, with its medieval marketplace and 17th-century gabled timber-framed houses.
Enjoy some time at leisure
Spend some time hiking to view the vast vineyard landscapes, or bike through the Renaissance-style village or relax with a glass of German wine.
Wine Tasting
Experience the tradition of legendary German winemaking on a local wine tasting.
Luxembourg
Ancient worlds, old-world charm and world-class wine, Luxembourg City is a charming slice of Northern Europe that consistently ranks among the world’s top three nations in both wealth and wine consumption. Join a guided tour of the city and enjoy the unique and dramatic views, ancient ruins and modern architecture along the deep gorge terrain.
Ready to board your Avalon Suite Ship and embark on this charming river cruise holiday? View itinerary and dates here!
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