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Tours with Avalon to Switzerland.See the world your way.

Visit destinations like Lucerne, Zurich, Basel, Geneva, Interlaken, Zermatt.

You've always forged your own path...with your own distinct perspective of looking at the world. Avalon Waterways presents a river cruise experience with your unique style in mind-offering expansive views and wider perspectives. With river cruising's only Open-Air BalconySM, these wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows open wider than any other in the industry, blurring the line between outside and in, forming a spacious seating area for six, and creating an open invitation to discover and dream. Even if you're a seasoned traveler, you've never seen Europe like this.

Whether you'd like a romantic mini-break, an extended exploration, or something in between, with Avalon Waterways, you get to choose the river cruise that reveals the very best of Europe, Asia or South America.

Top Destinations in Switzerland.

Below are our most visited cities, destinations and national parks in Switzerland. Click on the city for more details of the destination.

Lucerne

Lucerne

Most international visitors will make a stop in Luzern. The city offers the old Kapellbrücke as well as old buildings, murals, houses, souvenirs shops, a stone lion and lots more. Just around the corner are the Vierwaldtstättersee (aka Lake Lucerne) and the mountains with Rigi, Pilatus and Titlis the best known.

Zurich

Zurich

Zürich is the financial capital and largest city of Switzerland. You'll find the head quarters of major banks, insurances etc here. Tourists may like the old city, the lake and summer festivals. The "Gold Coast" hosts several international celebrities.

Basel

Basel

Basel is a city on the River Rhine, bordering France and Germany. It is Switzerland's third-most-populous city and home of the pharmaceutical industry. Basel is commonly considered to be the cultural capital of Switzerland with a variety of museums and the zoo.

Geneva

Geneva

Geneva is probably the most international city in Switzerland: several global organisations (e.g. United Nations, World Trade Organisation & Red Cross) and corporations have their head quarters here. For tourists the Jet d´Eau ("water fountain"), the many quality watch stores, the large Lake and the vicinity to France are most obvious.

Interlaken

Interlaken

Interlaken is located in the heart of the Bernese Alps Interlaken is very well visited by tourists. And with good reason. The vicinity to the mountains, the abundance of activities, the unique location between Lake Thun and Lake Brienz and the excellent shopping make this a place well worth visiting. From here it is a short trip to Grindelwald or Lauterbrunnen for more scenery, waterfalls and the Jungfraujoch.

Zermatt

Zermatt

Very few cars are allowed in this village in the Swiss Valais-region. Only for the better! It is nice to stroll and admire the buildings or have a drink. Worldfamous - ofcourse - is Zermatt´s house mountain: the Matterhorn. Indeed it is picturesque. You can view it safely from the Gornergratt or climb it with a guide, but be aware that others tried as well and some ended up in the local grave yard....

Bern

Bern

Bern is the capital and political center of Switzerland. Furthermore it is a beautiful place both for visitors and residents. The old city is preserved and listed on UNESCO. Don´t miss the clock tower around noon, the cathedral or the bears in their bear park. Or just enjoy watching a game of chess in front of the government building with kids splashing in the fountains...

Montreux

Montreux

Montreux is located at the east end of Lake Geneva and just West of the Bernese Alps. Chillon Castle and Charles Chaplin's museum can be found here. Once a year there is the world famous jazz festival. Yes, there is lots to do.

 

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Christmastime in Alsace & Germany (Northbound) (Avalon)
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Christmastime in Alsace & Germany (Northbound)

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River Cruise

This Christmas river cruise begins in Switzerland and takes you down the Rhine River to France and Germany, with beautiful passing views and quaint villages festively lit and decorated—a unique and unforgettable way to celebrate the season! Board your shi...

From/To
Basel ⇒ Frankfurt am Main
Countries (3)
France, Germany, Switzerland
Ports of call
Basel, Breisach, Colmar, Frankfurt am Main, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, Zurich
Ship
Envision, Imagery II, Panorama

Tour Variations:

Christmastime in Alsace & Germany (Southbound)

Starting at

± EUR 2,076.00


5 Days

Next Departure
01-Dec-2025
 
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Romantic Rhine (Northbound) (Avalon)
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Romantic Rhine (Northbound)

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River Cruise

One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which begins in Switzerland and visits France, Germany, and Holland! Board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Basel, Switzerland, then head for Breisach, Germany, at ...

From/To
Basel ⇒ Rotterdam
Countries (4)
France, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland
Ports of call
Amsterdam, Basel, Breisach, Colmar, Cologne, Heidelberg, Keukenhof, Koblenz, Mainz, Rotterdam, Rüdesheim, Strasbourg, Zurich
Ship
Envision, Illumination, Panorama, Tranquility II, View, ...

Tour Variations:

Romantic Rhine (Southbound)
Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Northbound)
Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Southbound)

Starting at

± EUR 3,366.00


8 Days

Next Departure
13-May-2025
24-Jun-2025
 
 
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German Grandeur (Westbound) (Avalon)
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German Grandeur (Westbound)

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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. Embark on your Avalon Suite Ship® in Nuremberg, and sail to Bamberg for a guided walking tour of the historic home to imperia...

From/To
Nuremberg ⇒ Zurich
Countries (3)
France, Germany, Switzerland
Ports of call
Bamberg, Basel, Breisach, Colmar, Frankfurt am Main, Nuremberg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Rüdesheim, Strasbourg, Würzburg, Zurich
Ship
Tranquility II

Tour Variations:

German Grandeur (Eastbound)
German Grandeur with 2 Nights in Munich (Westbound)
German Grandeur with 2 Nights in Munich (Eastbound)

Starting at

± EUR 4,012.00


9 Days

Next Departure
23-Oct-2025
11-Nov-2026
 
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Christmastime from Basel to Nuremberg (Avalon)
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Christmastime from Basel to Nuremberg

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River Cruise

Experience the holiday season like never before with a Christmastime cruise through Germany and France. From the beauty of the Black Forest to the glistening lights of Strasbourg’s Christmas markets, you’ll discover traditions and tastes that warm the hea...

From/To
Basel ⇒ Nuremberg
Countries (3)
France, Germany, Switzerland
Ports of call
Bamberg, Basel, Breisach, Colmar, Frankfurt am Main, Heidelberg, Nuremberg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Rüdesheim, Strasbourg, Würzburg, Zurich
Ship
Envision, Imagery II, Panorama

Tour Variations:

Christmastime from Nuremberg to Basel
-5.1%

Starting at

± EUR 4,373.00

± EUR 4,152.00


10 Days

Next Departure
01-Dec-2025
 
 
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Reflections on the Rhine (Southbound) (Avalon)
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Reflections on the Rhine (Southbound)

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One of Europe’s most legendary rivers takes you across Germany and touches in Holland, France, and Switzerland! This magnificent Rhine River cruise begins in the ever popular, modern city of Amsterdam, Holland. Cruise on its famous canals along the elegan...

From/To
Amsterdam ⇒ Zurich
Countries (4)
France, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland
Ports of call
Amsterdam, Arnhem, Basel, Breisach, Colmar, Cologne, Frankfurt am Main, Heidelberg, Rüdesheim, Strasbourg, Zurich
Ship
Imagery II, Panorama

Tour Variations:

Reflections on the Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Southbound)

Starting at

± EUR 4,745.00


10 Days

Next Departure
25-Oct-2025
 
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The Rhine & Moselle (Northbound) (Avalon)
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The Rhine & Moselle (Northbound)

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Your cruise on the Rhine and Moselle Rivers begins in Basel, Switzerland, to explore extraordinary cities in Germany and France, as well as Holland’s capital of Amsterdam. At the foot of Kaiserstuhl Mountain on the French-German border sits Breisach—the g...

From/To
Basel ⇒ Rotterdam
Countries (5)
France, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Switzerland
Ports of call
Amsterdam, Basel, Breisach, Cochem, Colmar, Cologne, Heidelberg, Keukenhof, Koblenz, Luxembourg City, Rotterdam, Rüdesheim, Strasbourg, Trier, Zurich
Ship
Imagery II, Tranquility II

Tour Variations:

The Rhine & Moselle (Southbound)
The Rhine & Moselle with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Northbound)
The Rhine & Moselle with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Southbound)

Starting at

± EUR 4,772.00


11 Days

Next Departure
27-May-2025
06-Jul-2025
 
 
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Christmastime from Basel to Nuremberg with 2 Nights in Prague (Avalon)
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Christmastime from Basel to Nuremberg with 2 Nights in Prague

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River Cruise

Experience the holiday season like never before with a Christmastime cruise through Germany and France. From the beauty of the Black Forest to the glistening lights of Strasbourg’s Christmas markets, you’ll discover traditions and tastes that warm the hea...

From/To
Basel ⇒ Prague
Countries (4)
Czechia, France, Germany, Switzerland
Ports of call
Bamberg, Basel, Breisach, Colmar, Frankfurt am Main, Heidelberg, Nuremberg, Prague, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Rüdesheim, Strasbourg, Würzburg, Zurich
Ship
Envision, Imagery II, Panorama

Tour Variations:

Christmastime from Nuremberg to Basel with 2 Nights in Prague
-4.5%

Starting at

± EUR 4,894.00

± EUR 4,673.00


12 Days

Next Departure
01-Dec-2025
 
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Romantic Rhine with Swiss Alps, 1 Night in Lucerne & 3 Nights in Lake Como (Southbound) (Avalon)
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Romantic Rhine with Swiss Alps, 1 Night in Lucerne & 3 Nights in Lake Como (Southbound)

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River Cruise

One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey on a Rhine River cruise, which takes you across Germany—and touches in Holland, France, and Switzerland! This magnificent European river cruise begins in the ever popular, modern ci...

From/To
Amsterdam ⇒ Como
Countries (5)
France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Switzerland
Ports of call
Amsterdam, Basel, Breisach, Colmar, Cologne, Como, Heidelberg, Keukenhof, Lucerne, Lugano, Mainz, Milan, Rotterdam, Rüdesheim, Strasbourg
Ship
Envision, Panorama, Vista

Tour Variations:

Romantic Rhine with Swiss Alps, 3 Nights in Lake Como & 1 Night in Lucerne (Northbound)

Starting at

± EUR 4,993.00


12 Days

Next Departure
21-Oct-2025
04-Nov-2025
 
 
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Christmastime from Basel to Vienna (Avalon)
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Christmastime from Basel to Vienna

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River Cruise

Step aboard your Avalon Suite Ship® festively decorated and beautifully dressed in Christmas colors of the season. Embark on this festive Christmastime river cruise from Switzerland to Austria. Experience the holiday season like never before, from the bea...

From/To
Basel ⇒ Vienna
Countries (4)
Austria, France, Germany, Switzerland
Ports of call
Bamberg, Basel, Breisach, Colmar, Frankfurt am Main, Heidelberg, Linz, Munich, Nuremberg, Passau, Regensburg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Rüdesheim, Salzburg, Strasbourg, Vienna, Zurich
Ship
Envision
-6.1%

Starting at

± EUR 7,200.00

± EUR 6,758.00


16 Days

Next Departure
01-Dec-2025
 
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Spectacular Switzerland with Romantic Rhine (Avalon)
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Spectacular Switzerland with Romantic Rhine

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River Cruise

This European tour includes a Globus escorted vacation in stunning Switzerland, along with a river cruise on the legendary Rhine River through France, Germany, and Holland.

Begin in spectacular Switzerland, where you'll enjoy the country’s beauti...

From/To
Zurich ⇒ Rotterdam
Countries (4)
France, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland
Ports of call
Amsterdam, Basel, Bern, Breisach, Colmar, Cologne, Geneva, Grindelwald, Gruyères, Heidelberg, Interlaken, Keukenhof, Koblenz, Lucerne, Mainz, Rotterdam, Rüdesheim, Strasbourg, Zurich
Ship
Panorama, Vista
-9.2%

Starting at

± EUR 7,219.00

± EUR 6,556.00


16 Days

Next Departure
18-Jul-2025
01-Aug-2025