4-night Europe cruise on Avalon Vista

The Christmastime in Alsace & Germany (southbound) is a 4-night Europe cruise aboard Avalon Vista, operated by Avalon Waterways. Departing Frankfurt on December 16, 2026, the voyage visits 5 ports.

Length: 4 nights
Departs: Dec 16, 2026
Returns: Dec 20, 2026
Ports of call: 5

Voyage code WFZ

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Itinerary

Day 1 Dec 16, 2026 Frankfurt ‘Hier bin ich Mensch, hier darf ich’s sein’ (‘Here I am man, dare man to be’). This quote by Frankfurt’s most famous son – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe – actually comes from his play Faust (and the English translation by Bayard Taylor), but it is also a very fitting way to describe Goethe’s hometown. Frankfurt’s combination of modern skyscrapers housing major finance companies and the old town with its historic buildings and half-timbered houses is unique. And if you fancy a break from the hustle and bustle, you can take a leisurely walk along the lovely bank of the Main. Frankfurt Frankfurt port guide Search cruises visiting Frankfurt

Day 2 Dec 17, 2026 Speyer The 2000 year old Speyer is like a single open-air museum: Salic history at every turn. The cathedral city on the Rhine is proud of its convenient location in the heart of Europe. The towering silhouette of the mighty red sandstone cathedral towers over the city. Anyone visiting the cathedral should also go down the steps to the Imperial Crypt. For at least two hours, visitors are kept in suspense by the most important sights of the old imperial city - they are almost all in the city center. Those who are tired of hiking: The city delights with countless restaurants and cafés. Speyer Speyer port guide Search cruises visiting Speyer

Speyer photo — Day 2 Dec 17, 2026 Speyer The 2000 year old Speyer is like a single open-air museum: Salic history at every turn. The cathedral city on the Rhine is proud of its convenient location in the heart of Europe. The towering silhouette of the mighty red sandstone cathedral towers over the city. Anyone visiting the cathedral should also go down the steps to the Imperial Crypt. For at least two hours, visitors are kept in suspense by the most important sights of the old imperial city - they are almost all in the city center. Those who are tired of hiking: The city delights with countless restaurants and cafés. Speyer Speyer port guide Search cruises visiting Speyer

Day 3 Dec 18, 2026 Strasbourg Strasbourg is a major city in France and is also the capital of the Alsace-Champagne-Ardenne-Lorraine region. The Rhine forms a natural border with Germany. The Maas and Aar also flow through the city. The district "La Petite France" is very popular with tourists and shows old half-timbered houses on the canal. With a typical boat with a glass roof, a so-called bateau-mouche, tourists can cruise the canal and learn interesting facts about the city. The Strasbourg cathedral is the city's landmark. Strasbourg Strasbourg port guide Search cruises visiting Strasbourg

Strasbourg photo — Day 3 Dec 18, 2026 Strasbourg Strasbourg is a major city in France and is also the capital of the Alsace-Champagne-Ardenne-Lorraine region. The Rhine forms a natural border with Germany. The Maas and Aar also flow through the city. The district "La Petite France" is very popular with tourists and shows old half-timbered houses on the canal. With a typical boat with a glass roof, a so-called bateau-mouche, tourists can cruise the canal and learn interesting facts about the city. The Strasbourg cathedral is the city's landmark. Strasbourg Strasbourg port guide Search cruises visiting Strasbourg

Day 4 Dec 19, 2026 Breisach 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. Breisach Breisach port guide Search cruises visiting Breisach

Breisach photo — Day 4 Dec 19, 2026 Breisach 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. Breisach Breisach port guide Search cruises visiting Breisach

Day 5 Dec 20, 2026 Basel Founded right on the spot where Switzerland, Germany and France meet, Basel soon became an important European hub and centre of trade due to its special location. A popular attraction in the city is Switzerland’s oldest zoo – which the locals affectionately call the ‘Zolli’. It is one of the most important zoos in Switzerland and has gained global recognition for its breeding programmes. Basel also has eight churches with historical organs that still fill the naves with excellent music today. Basel Basel port guide Search cruises visiting Basel

Basel photo — Day 5 Dec 20, 2026 Basel Founded right on the spot where Switzerland, Germany and France meet, Basel soon became an important European hub and centre of trade due to its special location. A popular attraction in the city is Switzerland’s oldest zoo – which the locals affectionately call the ‘Zolli’. It is one of the most important zoos in Switzerland and has gained global recognition for its breeding programmes. Basel also has eight churches with historical organs that still fill the naves with excellent music today. Basel Basel port guide Search cruises visiting Basel

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 120-day span: $2,281 · range $2,281–$3,452

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Price history

Cheaper than 73%

30 days

We've tracked this sailing's fares every day for the past 138 days. Here's what each cabin type has cost — today's fare is cheaper than 73% of days we've recorded.

Price history by cabin type
Cabin	Current	Lowest	Highest
Oceanview	$2,281	$2,281 · Apr 18	$2,281 · Apr 18
Suite	$3,452	$3,367 · Apr 10	$3,452 · Jun 11

Lowest and highest fares we've recorded for each cabin type.

○ = last seen (sold out or delisted).

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Cabin grades

Oceanview

Lowest Oceanview $2,281 D Deluxe Stateroom E Deluxe Stateroom

Suite

Lowest Suite $3,452 A Panorama Suite B Panorama Suite P Panorama Suite S Royal Suite

Lines step when the price changed; a gap means sold out or no public fare that day. Plot up to 6 at once.

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Cabin grades and pricing
Name	Supplier code	Type
Deluxe Stateroom	D	Oceanview
Deluxe Stateroom	DS	Oceanview
Deluxe Stateroom	E	Oceanview
Panorama Suite	A	Suite
Panorama Suite	B	Suite
Corner Suite	CS	Suite
Owner’s Suite	OS	Suite
Panorama Suite	P	Suite
Royal Suite	RS	Suite
Royal Suite	S	Suite
Upper Suite	US	Suite

Ship

Your ship Avalon Vista 5★ **2,775** GT **166** guests Built **2012** The Avalon Vista's two full decks of suites feature two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform the living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. Enjoy seamless views from your Comfort Collection bed that faces the window. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the space to entertain in your private sitting area or just relax and enjoy the passing vistas. Onboard amenities include a Fitness Center, complimentary computer use in public areas and complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, shade system, whirlpool, and the delightful Sky Bistro. Sweeping views are yours to enjoy on the Avalon Vista! Avalon Vista Avalon Vista ship guide Search cruises on Avalon Vista

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