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5-night Europe cruise: Nuremberg to Frankfurt on Avalon Illumination

The Christmastime in the Heart of Germany is a 5-night Europe cruise aboard Avalon Illumination, operated by Avalon Waterways. Departing Nuremberg on December 13, 2026 and arriving in Frankfurt on December 18, 2026, the voyage visits 5 ports including Bamberg, Wurzburg, Miltenberg. Fares start from $4,146 per person.

Length
5 nights
Departs
Dec 13, 2026
Returns
Dec 18, 2026
Ports of call
5

Voyage code WNF

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Nuremberg

Nuremberg is an independent city in Bavaria, which is not far from Fürth. You can still see the medieval architecture that runs through the entire city. The old city walls and the imperial castle tell of days long gone. Nuremberg is famous for its Christmas market. The Christ Child heralds the advent and Christmas market time. The classic Christmas stollen is world famous and a real treat. Numerous museums such as the Albrecht Dürer House or the Toy Museum are popular sights in the city.

Bamberg

Bamberg is a town in northern Bavaria, Germany, laid out over 7 hills where the Regnitz and Main rivers meet. Its old town preserves structures from the 11th to 19th centuries including the muraled Altes Rathaus (town hall), which occupies an island in the Regnitz reached by arched bridges. The Romanesque Bamberg Cathedral, begun in the 11th century, features 4 towers and numerous stone carvings. ―

Wurzburg

The Bavarian city of Würzburg with its impressive buildings in Baroque and Rococo styles is definitely worth a visit. Below the Marienberg Fortress, which is well worth seeing, there are walking paths through the beautiful vineyards that stretch right down to the Main. This is where the good Franconian wine comes from in Bocksbeuteln. The Würzburg Residence is a special attraction, as is the monumental Käppele pilgrimage church. The cathedral and the striking old bridge over the Main are also special points of contact. The Haus zum Falken on the market square is built in Rococo and Gothic styles.

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30 days
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Suite
$4,146
Tracked range
152 days
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CabinCurrentLowestHighest
Oceanview $2,789 $2,789 on Jun 10 $2,789 on Jun 10
Suite $4,146 $4,146 on Jul 21 $4,253 on Apr 1
Cabin grades
6 total
Deluxe StateroomOceanview · D
Deluxe StateroomOceanview · E
Panorama SuiteSuite · A
Panorama SuiteSuite · B
Panorama SuiteSuite · P
Royal SuiteSuite · S

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Suite

from $4,146

$829 / night

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Panorama Suite

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from $4,146

$829 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Panorama Suite

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from $4,217

$843 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Panorama Suite

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from $4,253

$850 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

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The journey

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Nuremberg

Day 1 Dec 13, 2026

Nuremberg

Nuremberg is an independent city in Bavaria, which is not far from Fürth. You can still see the medieval architecture that runs through the entire city.

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Avalon Illumination

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Avalon Illumination

Shining bright in Avalon's award-winning fleet of Suite Ships, the Avalon Illumination features two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform your living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the incomparable opportunity to wake each morning to splendid passing scenery from your window-facing bed. Stretch out on your Comfort Collection bed and cruise with the world at your feet. Onboard amenities include an alternative light dining option in the Panorama Bistro, a Fitness Center, complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, and light al fresco lunches at the Sky Bistro on the Sky Deck. The Avalon Illumination truly shines on Europe's rivers.

5★ 2,775 GT 166 Passengers Built 2014
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