Romantic Rhine to Scenic Swiss Alps 2027
- calendar_today 15 May 2027
- bedtime 16 nights
- Outside price from $13,990*/person
- Balcony price from $15,789*/person
- Suite price from $17,489*/person
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17 Day Fly, Stay, River & Tour Holiday with $4000 Bonus Value Including City Stay, Exclusive Package Savings & More
INCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE
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$4000 Bonus Value Including City Stay, Exclusive Package Savings & More
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Economy flights to Amsterdam, returning from Zurich
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7 day relaxed luxury river cruise from Amsterdam to Basel in a Deluxe Stateroom
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Enjoy more onshore adventures with an overnight stay onboard in Amsterdam to enjoy Avalon’s After Dark program
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Savour the tastes of each destination along your route, with locally-sourced a la carte dining across flexible onboard venues
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Pair each meal with a selection of regional wine and beer, along with soft drink options
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Toast to daily happy hour onboard, featuring cocktails and house beer and wine
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Discover every destination, your way, with a choice of daily onshore excursions, led by expert guides
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Immerse in Avalon After Dark experiences, encompassing dedicated entertainment, dinners under the stars, nighttime port adventures and more
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Stay connected during your sailing with complimentary onboard wifi
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Enjoy first-rate service, onboard and ashore, without worry, with prepaid gratuities
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Spend less at sea with onboard port taxes and charges included in your fare
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10 Day Scenic Switzerland by Train Tour from Zurich
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9 Nights accommodation in hand selected hotels whilst touring with breakfast daily
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3 on tour dinners in hand selected local restaurants
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Bucket list sightseeing throughout
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Wander Zurich’s enchanting Old Town and lakeside promenades, the perfect starting point for a magical Alpine escape
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Step into storybook Europe in medieval Lucerne, home to its iconic wooden bridge and spectacular lakeside setting
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Glide across the scenic Brünig Pass on the Lucerne–Interlaken Express, surrounded by emerald valleys and mountain vistas
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Experience the famous GoldenPass panoramic train to Montreux, where sweeping windows reveal Switzerland at its most breathtaking
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Stroll through elegant lakeside towns like Lausanne and Montreux, each offering postcard‑perfect views and charming European ambiance
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Soak up the glamour of Montreux on the Swiss Riviera, with shimmering Lake Geneva and local wine tasting to elevate your day
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Ascend Europe’s highest rack railway to the Gornergrat, where jaw‑dropping Matterhorn views deliver a true ‘bucket‑list’ moment
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Ride the world‑renowned Glacier Express from Zermatt to St. Moritz, often called the “slowest express train in the world” for its incredible all‑day Alpine scenery
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Journey on the UNESCO‑listed Bernina Express through spiralling viaducts and glacier country, all the way to Tirano, Italy—an unforgettable cross‑border adventure
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Discover yourself in stylish St. Moritz, surrounded by pristine lakes, luxury alpine culture, and panoramic mountain beauty at every turn
Upgrades:
Upgrade to a Panorama Suite with Open Air Balcony (B) from only $1,799pp
Upgrade to a Panorama Suite with Open Air Balcony (A) from only $1,899pp
Upgrade to a High Deck Panorama Suite with Open Air Balcony (P) from only $1,999pp
Upgrade to a Royal Suite (S) from only $3,499pp
Price based on departing from Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney
YOUR ITINERARY
Welcome to Amsterdam, the 17th century capital of Holland, famed for its picturesque canals, vibrant culture, and architectural delights. Meander through charming neighbourhoods, take a bike ride or explore historic gems like the Anne Frank House and the Hague. Embark your 7 day Rhine cruise from Amsterdam onboard Avalon Waterways today and enjoy an onboard overnight stay to explore this exciting city.
...Welcome to Cologne, one of Germany’s oldest and most beautiful cities. A splendid mix of both old and new, spend your visit exploring both the Old Town, with its beautiful squares, local markets and historical monuments, and the modern city, which was rebuilt after World War 2. Plus, don’t miss the magnificent Gothic Cathedral, a World-Heritage listed sight!
...Welcome to Rudesheim, a true Rhine wine town surrounded by vineyards, whose fruits can be sampled in the many taverns around town. Later, sailing through the picturesque Rhine Gorge, sure to be one of the highlights of your river cruise. Pass rocky outcrops and cruise around twisting bends to the famous Lorelai or ‘murmuring rock’, where legend claims that enchanting maidens lured unsuspecting sailors to their watery graves.
...Welcome to Mainz, famed for its old town, half-timbered houses and medieval market squares. During your stroll through the town centre, be sure to visit the Marktbrunnen Renaissance fountain, the Romanesque Mainz Cathedral and the Gutenberg Museum.
...Welcome to Strasbourg, the “Crossroads of Europe”. Located on the border of France and Germany, this historic town uniquely blends the traditional culinary and architectural styles of the two nations. Explore Strasbourg’s vibrant cobbled lanes and half-timbered homes, and don’t forget to delight in a pastry (or two!).
...Welcome to Breisach, the perfect base to the mysterious Black Forest. This storybook town is the ideal gateway to uncover the wine and food-loving culture of this German region.
...Your River Cruise ends today. You will be transferred from the port to your hotel in Zurich. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Zurich
...The rest of the day is free for you to explore Zurich. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.
Included: Dinner
...Board the train for your journey from Zurich to Lucerne. Lucerne is one of Switzerland’s most idyllic medieval cities, surrounded by a beautiful lake and nestled amidst snow-capped Alps. The rest of the day is at leisure to discover the delights of this charming city such as the famous wooden bridge or the picturesque town centre. Today’s Distance: 37 mi/ 60 km.
Included: Breakfast
...Depart Lucerne on the Lucerne-Interlaken Express. Cross Brunig Pass en route to Interlaken and spend some time strolling through the quaint streets or aim a little higher with an optional excursion by funicular to the Harder Kulm for lunch and magnificent views of the legendary Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks. From Interlaken, take the Golden Pass panoramic train for your unforgettable journey to Montreux, then continue to Lausanne. Today’s Distance: 155 mi/ 250 km
Included: Breakfast
...Discover the delightful Swiss mountain region of Zermatt. En route, stop to visit the town of Montreux, situated on the shores of Lake Geneva, surrounded by vineyards against the breathtaking backdrop of snow-covered Alps. Enjoy some free time or consider an optional guided excursion to Chillon Castle. standing as solid as its rocky island on which it has endured on the water’s edge for nearly four centuries. Enjoy a wine tasting of local wine before continuing by train to Zermatt.
Included: Breakfast & Dinner
...An included excursion takes you to the famous Gornergrat, traveling on board Europe’s highest rack railway. The views of the Matterhorn from its summit are nothing short of spectacular. The rest of the day is at leisure in Zermatt—with a variety of interesting shops, cafés, bars, and picturesque streets to explore.
Included: Breakfast
...The train journey today aboard the spectacular Glacier Express is without a doubt one of the main highlights of the tour. Enjoy unforgettable views as you make your way through the unspoiled natural beauty of the Alps on the direct route to the world-famous mountain resort of St. Moritz. This picture-perfect town is more than just a holiday resort. It was also the birthplace of Alpine winter tourism (in 1864) and has twice hosted the Winter Olympics. Stretch your legs this evening, and admire the beautiful chalets decorated with gorgeous geraniums.
Included: Breakfast & Dinner
...Take the Bernina Express train (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) to Tirano and back for one of Europe’s most spectacular and breathtaking train rides. Travel across the lofty Bernina Pass via the Swiss Poschiavo area to Tirano in the Italian
Included: Breakfast
...Leave St. Moritz for the journey back to Zurich. Enjoy some time at leisure and take a stroll around the city center. Perhaps indulge in some chocolate tasting or follow the course of the river Limmat until it reaches the banks of Lake Zurich. Tonight enjoy a farewell drink at your hotel to say goodbye to your travelling companions.
Included: Breakfast
...Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Say goodbye to Zurich as you board your flight home.
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