River Cruises

Beer Enthusiasts 9 Day River Cruise of Germany & France

From €2,999pp including flights
Depart From
Fly from Dubllin or Cork
Departure Date
31 Oct 2026 - 08 Nov 2026
Other travel dates available
Duration
9 days
Destination
Germany & France
Price
From €2,999pp including flights
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See the grandeur of Germany on a European river cruise through its most picturesque destinations along the Main and Rhine Rivers.

Perfect for beer enthusiasts: a knowledgeable Beer Expert joins your cruise to host lectures, beer tasting, and food-and-beer-pairings for an authentic German and France river cruise experience.

Your picturesque European river cruise begins on the Rhine River in Basel, Switzerland. You’ll sail to Breisach- with your choice of a visit to Freiburg, or an excursion to the Black Forest. Sail to the city of Strasbourg, France for a guided tour and visit to the La Petite France district and Gothic-style cathedral, then on to the vineyards and wine village of Rüdesheim through the spectacular views of Rhine Gorge.

The modern and charming city of Frankfurt is also on your route along the Rhine River, and you’ll sail on the Main River to visit an authentic Main River village on your way to Würzburg. Take a guided tour of Bamberg or enjoy a hop garden tour while tasting also a local beer, before concluding your cruise in Nuremberg. From Switzerland to Bavaria, your German river cruise will create grand memories indeed!

  • Award winning Panorama Suites with beds that face the view!
  • Avalon Choice® with your preference of Classic, Active, or Discovery included excursions and sightseeing every day.
  • All onboard meals serving a la carte dinners.
  • Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast & wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner.
  • ‘Happy Hour’ serving complimentary wine, beer, spirits and cocktails
  • Non-Alcoholic options available too
  • Club Lounge with 24 hour self-serve premium beverage station
  • Daily Afternoon Tea
  • Gratuities for the Cruise Director & Crew.
  • Avalon Adventure Host available as your guide for fitness activities and active excursions.
  • An expert Cruise Director.
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi.

If image is everything, the Avalon Imagery II is the real thing. The Avalon Imagery II embodies all of Avalon's outstanding traditions to deliver exceptional cruise experiences and service. Passengers ca

n choose from two full decks of Panorama Suites, featuring wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform the living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. At a spacious 200 square feet, our Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording the incomparable opportunity to awaken each morning with Europe's splendid scenery at your feet. Onboard amenities include complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi access, Fitness Center, elevator, alternative light menu options in the Panorama Bistro or al fresco grill lunch at the Sky Bistro.

Relax to your heart's content on the expansive Sky Deck's premium lounge chairs, take a dip in the whirlpool, get cool in the shade on deck, and play deck games too! Your image just got a lot more relaxed.

  • Complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi (Standard Wi-Fi where available in Asia)
  • Panoramic windows throughout the ship
  • Elegant, contemporary design & decor
  • Friendly, English-speaking crew & Cruise Director
  • Sky Deck with whirlpool, shade awnings, game area and premium lounges
  • Covered Observation Lounge
  • Club Lounge with 24-hour self-serve beverage station with complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees, as well as treats throughout the day
  • Elevator
  • Non-smoking interior and staterooms
  • Deluxe Stateroom from €2,999pp
  • Panorama Suite from €3,899pp

Price per person is based on 2 adults sharing and includes:

  • Return flights from Dublin
  • Deluxe Stateroom or Award winning Panorama Suite with beds that face the view!
  • Avalon Choice® with your preference of Classic, Active, or Discovery included excursions and sightseeing every day.
  • All onboard meals serving a la carte dinners.
  • Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast & wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner.
  • ‘Happy Hour’ serving complimentary wine, beer, spirits and cocktails
  • Non-Alcoholic options available too
  • Club Lounge with 24 hour self-serve premium beverage station
  • Daily Afternoon Tea
  • Gratuities for the Cruise Director & Crew.
  • Avalon Adventure Host available as your guide for fitness activities and active excursions.
  • An expert Cruise Director
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

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Subject to availability. Terms & conditions apply. Prices are live and only guaranteed at time of booking. 

For more information please call us on 021 493 5806 or 0818 300 205, email cruise@shandontravel.ie, request a call back using the red button, or submit an enquiry through the form below.

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