Themed River Cruises – Part 1
If you have a special interest in a subject or maybe even fancy trying something different then a themed river cruise is just the thing for you! These specially packaged cruises are the perfect way to experience the true essence and culture of any destination. Why not enhance your personal knowledge with expert presentations in such subjects as: wine, jazz, art, politics and gardening.
Avalon offer the most themed river cruises throughout their European calendar, with 7 themes across 12 sailings. Their main themes are wine, jazz/music, fine art and politics; below I have explained each theme in more detail.
Wine Cruises – Expand your wine appreciation skills with advice from a distinguished expert before visiting a wine village for wine tasting to test your new-found knowledge
Jazz & Music – Jazz enthusiasts will love the exciting atmosphere if Vienne’s Jazz Festival, an annual event on the world jazz scene. If you are more of a Classical music lover then you can explore Cruises Mozart’s home town of Salzburg, enjoy a delightful Strauss concert in beautiful Vienna and an organ recital in Melk.
Art & Impressionist – Appreciate Art as never before on this special themed cruise. In Paris, a local expert guides you through Musee d’ Orsay to see its incredible collection of masterpieces. Explore Cruises the Chateau d’ Auvers for a voyage to the heart of paintings by Cezanne, Van Gogh and Monet. Marvel at Rouen’s lovely cathedral to discover what made this a favourite subject of Monet.
Also visit the Musee des Beaux-Arts Andre Malaux in Le Havre, admire works by artist at Monmartre’s Palce du Terte, and attend special onboard lectures from a local art expert.
Politics, History & – Delve into the world of politics or gain an understanding of how the Jewish culture was formed, or you may be lucky enough to choose the President’s cruise, and enjoy an Presidents Cruises extraordinary experience of learning.
River cruises have many different themed cruises dependent on the Itinerary. Watch this space for more themes.
Avalon’s Themed Cruises Calendar
4th April Blue Danube & Black Sea President’s Cruise
25th June Burgundy & Provence Jazz Cruise
23rd July The Blue Danube Discovery Wine Cruise
26th July Jewels of Central Europe European Politics
26th July The Blue Danube Discovery European Politics
2nd August Central European Experience European politics
18th October Paris, Moselle & The Rhine Wine Cruise
24th October Magnificent Europe Music Cruise
29th October The Blue Danube Discovery Jewish Heritage
29th October Burgundy & Provence Wine Cruise
30th October Paris to Normandy’s Beaches Art & Impressionist Cruise
1st November The Legendary Danube Wine Cruise
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