8 Day River Cruise Amsterdam to Basel
Pack your sense of humour on this legendary Rhine River sail with one of the UK’s premier comedians, Tim Vine, and his very special guest, Las Vegas comedy magician John Archer. This exclusive cruise pairs Avalon’s signature Suite Ship sailing with side-splitting entertainment – bringing you one-liners, magical mischief, and hilarious surprises along Europe’s most scenic waterway. From cocktail parties and starry-eyed discussions to onboard performances you’ll never forget, this journey is part cruise, part comedy festival, and entirely magical.

This magnificent Rhine River cruise begins in the ever popular, modern city of Amsterdam, Holland. Cruise on its famous canals along the elegant grachten--the best way to see the treasures of this 700-year-old city dating back to the “Golden Age.” Visit Cologne, Germany—a 2,000-year-old city known for its Gothic-style architecture—and see its famous twin-spired cathedral and Old Town with many shops, cafés, and taverns.

Sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge—offering the most beautiful view of the Rhine River where ancient castles stand on cliffs 400 feet above the water. Cruise to the charming wine town of Rüdesheim and visit the unique Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Continue your Rhine River cruise to Mainz for a guided walk and visit to the captivating Gutenberg Museum or take an excursion to Heidelberg to visit the ruins of its red-walled castle. In Strasbourg, France, marvel at the red-sandstone Gothic-style cathedral with ancient murals and fascinating astronomical clock. Also, stroll through the lovely La Petite France district with its quaint shops, delightful bistros, and peaceful waterfront promenade. Stop in Breisach, Germany, the gateway to Germany’s Black Forest. Here, find unrivaled natural beauty in the area best known for Black Forest ham, cherry cake, and the cuckoo clock.

With France, Switzerland, Germany, and Holland on your itinerary – and comedy on tap – you’ll collect more memories than punchlines (and that’s saying something).

MORE ABOUT TIM VINE.
Renowned as a rapid-fire comic genius, Tim Vine broke the Guinness World Record for the most jokes told in an hour (499!). From the Edinburgh Festival’s Perrier Award to BAFTA-winning The Sketch Show and sitcom Not Going Out, his career spans TV, stage, bestselling joke books, and even a turn on Neighbours. Regularly featured on Live at the Apollo and Comic Relief, Vine’s humour is as quick-witted as it is unforgettable.