Fairytale settings await on every Rhine River cruise, but an Avalon Active & Discovery cruise opens you to new, interactive ways to explore. This type of cruise has up to 28 Avalon Choice excursions spanning Active, Discovery and Classic. It gives you more options than any other river cruise line making it very compelling as to why you should choose an Active & Discovery on the Rhine cruise. Everything becomes more enchanting when you experience it from the seat of a bike or an artist’s stool!
1. Kayak through canals
This kayak adventure will showcase Amsterdam’s beautiful canals from a unique perspective. Known as the ‘Venice of the North’, Amsterdam has 165 canals stretching over 100 kilometres in length. Not only do they serve as transport routes, but they are also home for those who choose to live in houseboats. You’ll get a real feel for local life – and your adrenaline pumping – on this Active excursion.
2. Avant-garde architecture by bike
Join a city biking tour of Düsseldorf, one of Germany’s most fashionable cities. Your Adventure Host will point out iconic landmarks amongst its diverse mix of architecture. You’ll find avant-garde structures designed by Frank Gehry in the Media Harbour, then eco-designs like Europe’s largest green facade and historic buildings in the Old Town.
3. Go underground
The ‘Lava City’ of Mendig awaits! Here, you’ll explore the caverns and corridors of Lava-Keller – the world’s largest underground basalt mine. It offers a unique insight into the history of volcanic rock mining, and how this became a part of the city’s history.
4. Alsatian specialties
Strasbourg is a fascinating city as the French city sits close to the German border. Its cuisine reflects the best parts of both countries, with control alternating between the two countries for centuries. Join a culinary walk on this Active & Discovery cruise to discover – and taste – local specialties.
On this Active & Discovery on the Rhine cruise, you’ll glide from untouched villages to vibrant cities through the Netherlands, Germany and France. Find out more on Avalon’s website today.
