7-night Romantic Rhine (Northbound) Cruise From Basel, Switzerland

Avalon Waterways

A stunning view of Ehrenfels Castle, a medieval ruin with a tower, perched on a steep, tree-covered hillside in Rüdesheim, Germany, against a bright blue, cloudy sky.
Avalon Waterways Vista river cruise ship exterior
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Sailing Jul 25, 2026 - Nov 6, 2027

Your 7-night Europe Cruise at a Glance

Sailings aboard Avalon Vista depart from Basel, Switzerland with 8 stops in ports-of-call including Mainz, Kehl, and Cologne. The Cruise Web can help you find the best deals and stateroom prices on any of the 21 upcoming sailings in 2026 and 2027.

Departure Port

Basel, Switzerland

Basel is a cultural gem on the Rhine where Swiss precision, artistic energy, and medieval beauty come together at the crossroads of Europe. Before you depart Basel, Switzerland , we can help you plan travel and accommodations for your Europe cruise.

Destination

Europe

Stops on your Europe voyage will include Kehl on day 3 and Cologne on day 6. We can help you with excursions and making the most of any itinerary.

Cruise Ship

Avalon Vista

Avalon Vista, built in 2012, carries 166 passengers with a crew of 47.

Avalon's Suite Ships feature the largest staterooms in river cruising, with most offering open-air balconies. We can help you maximize deals on Europe cruises aboard Avalon Vista or 17 of Avalon Waterways’s other ships.