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slug: 2273011
voyage_code: WAW
cruise_line: Avalon Waterways
ship: Avalon Panorama
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return_date: 
nights: 7
embarkation_port: Amsterdam, Holland
disembarkation_port: Basel, Switzerland
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# Active & Discovery on The Rhine (southbound)

> Avalon Waterways · Avalon Panorama · Oct 9 – 16, 2027   (7 nights)

## Quick Facts

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| **Cruise Line** | Avalon Waterways |
| **Ship** | Avalon Panorama |
| **Duration** | 7 nights |
| **Departure Date** | N/A |
| **Return Date** | N/A |
| **Embarkation Port** | Amsterdam, Holland |
| **Disembarkation Port** | Basel, Switzerland |
| **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person |
| **Voyage Code** | WAW |

## Itinerary

### Day 1: Amsterdam, Holland
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ capital, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades, legacies of the city’s 17th-century Golden Age. Its Museum District houses the Van Gogh Museum, works by Rembrandt and Vermeer at the Rijksmuseum, and modern art at the Stedelijk.

### Day 2: Amsterdam, Holland
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ capital, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades, legacies of the city’s 17th-century Golden Age. Its Museum District houses the Van Gogh Museum, works by Rembrandt and Vermeer at the Rijksmuseum, and modern art at the Stedelijk.

### Day 3: Dusseldorf
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Düsseldorf is a city in western Germany known for its fashion industry and art scene. It's divided by the Rhine River, with its Altstadt (Old Town) on the east bank and modern commercial areas to the west. In the Altstadt, St. Lambertus Church and Schlossturm (Castle Tower) both date to the 13th century. Streets such as Königsallee and Schadowstrasse are lined with boutique shops.

### Day 4: Koblenz
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Koblenz, spelled Coblenz before 1926, is a German city on the banks of the Rhine and of the Moselle, a multi-nation tributary. Koblenz was established as a Roman military post by Drusus around 8 B.C. Its name originates from the Latin cōnfluentēs, meaning " confluence".

### Day 4: Rhine Gorge
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

### Day 5: Ludwigshafen
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

### Day 5: Heidelberg
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Heidelberg is a town on the Neckar River in southwestern Germany. It’s known for venerable Heidelberg University, founded in the 14th century. Gothic Heiliggeistkirche church towers over the cafe-lined Marktplatz, a town square in the Altstadt (Old Town). The red-sandstone ruins of Heidelberg Castle, a noted example of Renaissance architecture, stand on Königstuhl hill. 

### Day 6: Strasbourg, France
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Strasbourg is the capital city of the Grand Est region, formerly Alsace, in northeastern France. It's also the formal seat of the European Parliament and sits near the German border, with culture and architecture blending German and French influences. Its Gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame features daily shows from its astronomical clock and sweeping views of the Rhine River from partway up its 142m spire.

### Day 7: Breisach, Germany
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Breisach is a town with approximately 16,500 inhabitants, situated along the Rhine in the Rhine Valley, in the district Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, about halfway between Freiburg and Colmar — 20 kilometres away from each — and about 60 kilometres north of Basel near the Kaiserstuhl. 

### Day 7: Black Forest
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

The Black Forest is a mountainous region in southwest Germany, bordering France. Known for its dense, evergreen forests and picturesque villages, it is often associated with the Brothers Grimm fairy tales.

### Day 8: Basel, Switzerland
**Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM

Basel is a city on the Rhine River in northwest Switzerland, close to the country’s borders with France and Germany. Its medieval old town centers around Marktplatz, dominated by the 16th-century, red-sandstone Town Hall. Its 12th-century Gothic cathedral has city views, and contains the tomb of the 16th-century Dutch scholar, Erasmus. The city’s university houses some of Erasmus’ works. 


## Pricing

Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD.

| Cabin Type | Starting Price |
|------------|----------------|
| Ocean View | $5,251 |
| Suite | $7,350 |

## Cabin Options

### Outside Cabins

**Deluxe Stateroom** (Code: D)
Stateroom Features:

Comfort Collection Beds
Luxurious mattress toppers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Soft & firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Premium Hairdryer
L'Occitane bath p...

**Deluxe Stateroom** (Code: E)
Stateroom Features:

Comfort Collection Beds
Luxurious mattress toppers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Soft & firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Premium Hairdryer
L'Occitane bath p...

### Suite Cabins

**Panorama Suite** (Code: P)
Stateroom Features:

Comfort Collection Beds
Luxurious mattress toppers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Soft & firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Premium Hairdryer
L'Occitane bath p...

**Royal Suite** (Code: S)
Stateroom Features:

Comfort Collection Beds
Luxurious mattress toppers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Soft & firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Premium Hairdryer
L'Occitane bath p...

**Panorama Suite** (Code: B)
Stateroom Features:

Comfort Collection Beds
Luxurious mattress toppers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Soft & firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Premium Hairdryer
L'Occitane bath p...

**Panorama Suite** (Code: A)
Stateroom Features:

Comfort Collection Beds
Luxurious mattress toppers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Soft & firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Premium Hairdryer
L'Occitane bath p...


## Ship Information

### Avalon Panorama

The Avalon Panorama led the way as the first of its kind in the industry to feature two full decks of Panorama Suites complete with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows. You'll cruise in river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony in a 200-square-foot suite that's 30% larger than the industry standard. Our Comfort Collection beds actually face the view, so you can stretch out and relax with the world at your feet. Retire each evening and wake each morning to a panorama of picture-postcard scenes! Exciting onboard amenities include complimentary computer use in public areas and complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi access, a well-stocked library, a Fitness Center, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, shade system, whirlpool, and delightful Sky Bistro. There's no better way to take in the view than cruising in Europe in the spacious comfort of the Avalon Panorama.


#### Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Passenger Capacity | 166 |
| Crew | 47 |
| Gross Tonnage | 2,775.0 |
| Length | 443.0 ft |
| Total Cabins | 83 |

## Onboard Amenities

### Recreational

- **Reception **: Friendly, English-speaking crew & Cruise Director

### Fitness

- **Fitness Center**: Active shore excursions, both included and optional
Fitness Center*
Avalon Adventure Center
Your place for active gear and activities through your ...

### Relaxation

- **Lounge**: Covered Observation Lounge
Club Lounge with 24-hour self-serve beverage station with complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, tea, hot chocolate & premium ...

### Other

- **Sky Deck **: Sky Deck with whirlpool, shade awnings, game area and premium lounges

### Food and Drink

- **Dining**: Chef-prepared onboard meals with regional cuisine and familiar favorites
Seasonal cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients
Avalon Fresh® hea...


## Ports of Call

### Amsterdam, Holland
*Coordinates: 52.3731, 4.89222*

Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ capital, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades, legacies of the city’s 17th-century Golden Age. Its Museum District houses the Van Gogh Museum, works by Rembrandt and Vermeer at the Rijksmuseum, and modern art at the Stedelijk.

### Dusseldorf
*Coordinates: 51.2249, 6.77565*

Düsseldorf is a city in western Germany known for its fashion industry and art scene. It's divided by the Rhine River, with its Altstadt (Old Town) on the east bank and modern commercial areas to the west. In the Altstadt, St. Lambertus Church and Schlossturm (Castle Tower) both date to the 13th century. Streets such as Königsallee and Schadowstrasse are lined with boutique shops.

### Koblenz
*Coordinates: 50.3567, 7.59948*

Koblenz, spelled Coblenz before 1926, is a German city on the banks of the Rhine and of the Moselle, a multi-nation tributary. Koblenz was established as a Roman military post by Drusus around 8 B.C. Its name originates from the Latin cōnfluentēs, meaning " confluence".

### Rhine Gorge

### Ludwigshafen

### Heidelberg
*Coordinates: 49.4019, 8.68024*

Heidelberg is a town on the Neckar River in southwestern Germany. It’s known for venerable Heidelberg University, founded in the 14th century. Gothic Heiliggeistkirche church towers over the cafe-lined Marktplatz, a town square in the Altstadt (Old Town). The red-sandstone ruins of Heidelberg Castle, a noted example of Renaissance architecture, stand on Königstuhl hill. 

### Strasbourg, France
*Coordinates: 48.5829, 7.74375*

Strasbourg is the capital city of the Grand Est region, formerly Alsace, in northeastern France. It's also the formal seat of the European Parliament and sits near the German border, with culture and architecture blending German and French influences. Its Gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame features daily shows from its astronomical clock and sweeping views of the Rhine River from partway up its 142m spi...

### Breisach, Germany
*Coordinates: 48.032, 7.57847*

Breisach is a town with approximately 16,500 inhabitants, situated along the Rhine in the Rhine Valley, in the district Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, about halfway between Freiburg and Colmar — 20 kilometres away from each — and about 60 kilometres north of Basel near the Kaiserstuhl. 

### Black Forest
*Coordinates: 48.3626, 8.20816*

The Black Forest is a mountainous region in southwest Germany, bordering France. Known for its dense, evergreen forests and picturesque villages, it is often associated with the Brothers Grimm fairy tales.

### Basel, Switzerland
*Coordinates: 47.5596, 7.58061*

Basel is a city on the Rhine River in northwest Switzerland, close to the country’s borders with France and Germany. Its medieval old town centers around Marktplatz, dominated by the 16th-century, red-sandstone Town Hall. Its 12th-century Gothic cathedral has city views, and contains the tomb of the 16th-century Dutch scholar, Erasmus. The city’s university houses some of Erasmus’ works. 


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