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Avalon Waterways Tours

Step back in history as you discover Egypt on this marvelous vacation. You’ve seen photos of the Great Pyramids of Giza—now’s your chance to visit them! You’ve learned about the magnificent treasures found in King Tutankhamun’s tomb—now’s your chance to see them! You’ve heard about the Nile River—now’s your chance to sail on it! On this Nile River cruise vacation, you’ll visit some of the country’s most famous sights and sail through 5,000 years of history.

Among the many tour highlights are the Great Pyramids, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and the famous Sphinx. Admire the 40-foot statue of Ramses II, and marvel at the Valley of Kings and Valley of Queens, where generations of pharaohs and nobles were buried in great splendor. Take photos at the two Colossi of Memnon, the only surviving remains of the funerary temple of Amenhotep III. Walk among the pillars of the colossal Temple of Amun-Ra and along the Avenue of the Sphinxes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the souks—local markets—where you can stroll from stall to stall, smelling the scents of spices, hearing the sounds of the cities, and looking for the perfect souvenir of your trip. Of course, your 7-night Nile cruise is a wonderful way to appreciate this sacred river with its landscapes and monuments.

These are just a few of the many temples and highlights of this memorable vacation. So grab your camera and get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure!...more »

Enjoy the festive atmosphere from Vienna to Prague and all along the legendary Danube on this enchanting river cruise vacation. Enjoy guided sightseeing in each city and delight in the sights, smells, and tastes of centuries-old Christmas markets in Vienna, Regensburg, Nuremberg, and Prague. Be sure to sample the Glühwein, Lebkuchen, and other traditional holiday specialties! Other highlights include a guided visit of the amazing Benedictine Abbey in Melk, a fun beer tasting, and a visit of the magnificent Hradcany Castle grounds in Prague. What a fantastic way to start your holiday season!...more »

You’ll treasure every moment of this memorable Danube River cruise from fascinating Nuremberg to exciting Budapest. From Nuremberg, set sail for medieval Regensburg, Passau, Vienna, and Budapest, with guided sightseeing in each city. Sail through the fascinating Main Danube Canal and witness the scenic beauty as you cruise past quaint towns. Attend a beer tasting, tour Melk’s splendid Benedictine Abbey, and experience the music, art, culture, and historical sights in romantic Vienna—a memorable vacation!...more »

Discover some of the continent’s best-kept secrets on this river cruise through Eastern and Central Europe, from Bucharest to Prague. Guided sightseeing in each city shows you the highlights, with inside visits of the National Art Museum in Bucharest, Patriarch’s Church in Veliko Târnovo, Kalemegdan Fortress in Belgrade, and Melk’s awe-inspiring Benedictine Abbey. Also enjoy an organ concert in Kalocsa, cruise through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge and Main Danube Canal, and visit the diverse rock formations of Belogradchik. Enjoy three overnights in Prague, with guided sightseeing of the city’s main sights, plenty of free time, and the conclusion of your incredible cruise vacation....more »

See the highlights of Central Europe on this enchanting river cruise between Amsterdam and Budapest. Guided sightseeing in each city shows you the highlights, with a cruise through the scenic canals of Amsterdam and through the dramatic Rhine Gorge past the legendary Lorelei rock. Spend time in magnificent Cologne, the charming wine village of Rüdesheim, medieval Bamberg, historical Nuremberg, and magical Vienna. Attend a baking demonstration of a traditional cookie in Miltenberg and a beer tasting in Regensburg. Also enjoy inside visits of Würzburg’s Bishop’s Residenz, the phenomenal Benedictine Abbey in Melk, and St. Martin’s Cathedral in Bratislava. While on board, be sure to have your camera ready to capture the scenic beauty, quaint towns, fascinating architecture, and historic buildings dotting the landscape as you sail along....more »

This exciting vacation lets you sample the natural wonders of Ecuador, including the Galápagos Islands and the Amazon Jungle. From Quito, fly to Coca and travel by canoe to your Amazon lodge for a 3-night stay that includes a rainforest canopy walk, a guided night tour, a cruise through the flooded forest, and a visit of Kapok Tree Tower. Return to Quito for guided sightseeing and to have your photo taken at the “Center of the World.” Next, fly over the Pacific to Baltra and transfer to Santa Cruz Island for two nights at the Finch Bay Hotel, where an expert Naturalist introduces you to indigenous plant and animal species found only in the Galápagos. Choose from a menu of à la carte activities to make this experience special to you. Then, embark on an exciting 4-day cruise among various Galápagos Islands. Have your camera ready as your Naturalist points out colonies of sea lions, pelicans, boobies, several species of Darwin’s finches, marine iguanas, flamingos, masked boobies, blue-footed boobies, frigatebirds, and other birds. Also visit the Charles Darwin Research Station—a remarkable adventure!...more »

Discover picturesque Holland and Belgium in the spring on this marvelous river cruise vacation! Drink in the colorful blooming beauty of famous Keukenhof Gardens, vibrant gardens with the world’s largest bulb flower park, take photos of the charming windmills at Kinderdijk, and learn about Holland’s complex flood controls at the fascinating Delta Works. Discover St. Baaf’s Cathedral in medieval Ghent, explore Antwerp, and visit Maastricht, the university town on the borders of Belgium and Germany. End your cruise with a canal cruise in Amsterdam. All of this is waiting for you on this vacation sure to delight all of your senses!...more »

See the best of Eastern Europe on this exhilarating Balkan adventure. Your vacation begins with two overnights in the lively Hungarian capital of Budapest. Board your ship and head south, enjoying guided sightseeing in each city, including inside visits of Kalemegdan Fortress in Belgrade, the eclectic rock formations of Belogradchik, Patriarch’s Church in Veliko Târnovo, Arbanassi’s Ethnographical Museum and Church of the Nativity, and the National Art Museum in Bucharest. Other highlights: an organ concert in Kalocsa, passing through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge, and a visit to Vidin’s medieval fortress. Your journey ends with three overnights in Bucharest, including an excursion to Transylvania to visit Dracula’s Bran Castle—built in 1377—and beautiful Sinaia Monastery in the breathtaking Carpathian Mountains....more »

A deluxe Danube River cruise from the Danube Delta to Vienna is the highlight on this fascinating vacation through Eastern Europe. Explore the Danube Delta with its unique birdlife, celebrate the end of the Danube’s journey as it flows into the Black Sea, and sail through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge. See the sights with a Certified Local Guide in Romania’s lively capital of Bucharest, Constanta on the Black Sea, Bulgaria’s Arbanassi and Veliko Târnovo, Serbia’s Belgrade, Croatia’s Vukovar, and the Hungarian capital of Budapest. Your adventure concludes with guided sightseeing and two overnights in Vienna, the magical “City of Music.” Savor Sachertorte in a local café, spend time in one of the many marvelous museums, window shop along the Kärntnerstrasse, or stroll along the historic streets—a delightful way to end this memorable vacation!...more »

Step back in history as you discover Egypt on this marvelous vacation. You’ve seen photos of the Great Pyramids of Giza—now’s your chance to visit them! You’ve learned about the magnificent treasures found in King Tutankhamun’s tomb—now’s your chance to see them! You’ve heard about the Nile River—now’s your chance to sail on it! On this Nile River and Lake Nasser cruise vacation, you’ll visit some of the country’s most famous sights and sail through 5,000 years of history.

Among the many tour highlights are the Great Pyramids, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and the famous Sphinx. Admire the 40-foot statue of Ramses II, and marvel at the Valley of Kings and Valley of Queens, where generations of pharaohs and nobles were buried in great splendor. Take photos at the two Colossi of Memnon, the only surviving remains of the funerary temple of Amenhotep III. Walk among the pillars of the colossal Temple of Amun-Ra and along the Avenue of the Sphinxes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the souks—local markets—where you can stroll from stall to stall, smelling the scents of spices, hearing the sounds of the cities, and looking for the perfect souvenir of your trip. Of course, your 7-night Nile cruise is a wonderful way to appreciate this sacred river with its landscapes and monuments. In Aswan board your 3-night Lake Nasser cruise which offers a chance to see the temples of Dakka and Amada, the magnificent temples built by Ramses II in Abu Simbel, and sail across the Tropic of Cancer.

These are just a few of the many temples and highlights of this memorable vacation. So grab your camera and get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure!...more »