Show Date: 10-NOV-14 • Promotion Expiration Date: 02-DEC-14 - Based On Availability

 

 

Trivia Question: What is the hardest part of River Cruising?

Answer: "Getting off the ship” because river cruising is the hottest new trend to experience the Old World Europe and see it from its rivers, such as the Danube, the Rhine and the Moselle. 

 

Award Winning European River Cruises

Plus.... COMPLIMENTARY PRE-PAID GRATUTIES*

$700.00 OFF PER COUPLE ON AIR FLIGHTS*

& 5% OFF FOR PAST GLOBUS TRAVELERS

* See Terms & Conditions Below


Click Here To View Details, Itineraries & Prices

Take An Additional $100 Off Any Globus Family Of Brand Vacation

When You Book By Thanksgiving 26-NOV-14

 


Are You New To River Cruising?

Rivers built the world's most extraordinary cities - not oceans. Imagine floating through the sites and lights of Paris, sailing by windmills and tulips on your way to Amsterdam, or docking in the very heart of eclectic Budapest. Our European itineraries with have you meandering by hilltop castles, Roman ruins, lush vineyards, and quaint medieval villages - as well as stopping in other iconic destinations, like Prague, Zurich, the Cote d'Azur or Burgundy Wine Country. Or, if you're looking for an exotic flavor, take a look at our offerings along China's ancient Yangtze, through South East Asia's mystic Mekong or Irrawaddy, or to the natural wonders of the Galapagos Islands and the mighty Amazon.
 
Intimate Cruising With Avalon
 
Take a Virtual Tour of the Fleet in Europe - Part of the Globus family of brands, Avalon Waterways is backed by 80 years of experience in planning itineraries and guiding vacations around the world. And as experts in travel, Avalon continues to raise the bar when it comes to small-ship cruising by creating truly unique getaways—on one of the youngest fleets on the waterways today!

Each year, Avalon adds new vessels that deliver the accommodations and amenities desired by today’s traveler. These modern, contemporary-designed ships feature elegant polished metal and glass throughout, revolutionary engineering, state-of-the-art technology, and personalized service of the highest caliber.

Once you settle into your spacious stateroom, you are home for the duration of your journey. With no need for daily unpacking, you can devote your time to exploring the scenic highlights of each port, dining elegantly in a relaxing environment, and meeting new friends in an intimate setting.

Enjoy your travel time with remarkable onboard activities and amenities, and relax while an attentive crew pampers you and your ship glides gently through the legendary waterways of Europe, China, Egypt, or the Galápagos Islands. Experience the heart of each destination with Avalon Waterways—From here, it’s another world.
 
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Every Journey Tells a Story

As the worldwide leader in escorted travel, we offer an amazing array of destinations and travel styles around the globe. From leisurely looks at Europe's great cities, to in-depth multi-country panoramas, to incredible cruises through the world's most enchanting locales, Globus has an unrivaled selection of 250 vacations to over 70 countries on six continents, including religious and family vacations.

Yet, in our more than 80 years of operation, we've never forgotten the most important thing about travel: you. That's why we've put in years of research determining how to provide the richest experiences to today's globetrotter. It's why we insist on hiring only the most experienced and engaging Tour Directors. So you will walk away from your vacation having been part of the stories that bring history to life.
 

Details • Dates • Pricing

The world's leader in first-class escorted travel with over 80 years of experience providing a variety of travel styles.
 
    

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The leading value brand in the escorted travel world. Providing enriching experiences for more than 40 years to smart travelers.
 
    

 
Providing worldwide independent vacations with flexible itineraries and access to a Local Host who will help you feel like a local.
 
    

 
Setting the standard in river & small ship cruising on the newest ships.






* Terms & Conditions: All fares are per person, based on double occupancy, unless noted otherwise.

Not included in the tour price: International Air Transportation and Taxes/Fees; Federal Inspection Fees for the U.S. Customs and immigration; agricultural tax; any other taxes; security fee; airport taxes and fees; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your tour director; tour host; tour driver; local city guides; gratuities on ferries, trains and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; mini bar; alcohol; beverages and food not on the regular table d'hôte menu (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel or restaurant); optional excursions; porterage at airports; travel protection; excess baggage fees; all other items of a personal nature.

Full cancellation penalties will apply for cruise, air and other charges - therefore, we strongly recommends the purchase of Travel Protection Insurance on all bookings to protect your investment. Additional restrictions may apply. Action Travel and Avalon Waterways are not responsible for typographical errors or omissions.

* Half-Off 2nd Stateroom: Book one stateroom on a select 2015 Avalon Waterways France (WCL, WLC, WPL, WPP, WLP) or spring departure river cruise and save half off the price of the second stateroom. Percentage discount is based on cabin category booked. Avalon and Royal Suites (Cat. S) excluded. Must book four passengers in two separate staterooms (each person to receive a 25% discount) on the cruise only price. At time of booking, all four passengers must be named and under deposit. Both staterooms must be booked on the same date, for the same cruise and departure date. Discount applied by December 2, 2014 for travel at select times in 2015. Discount based on the cruise only portion of the cruise and does not extend to additional night accommodations, extensions, non-brochure date airport transfers, single supplement fees, optional gratuities or supplements and any government-imposed taxes and fees. Applies to new 2015 bookings and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. Offer is applicable to groups if they forfeit group credit and all other promos. Offer reliant on space availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Not combinable with any other offer. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Discount cannot be booked online, call Action Travel to receive special offer. Additional restrictions may apply.

* $500 Off Per Person: Book a select 2015 Avalon Waterways Europe vacation to receive $500 off per person on the cruise/land or cruise only price. For A Taste of the Danube the promotion applies only to the land inclusive price. Offer available on select dates of select cruises. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied by December 2, 2014 for travel at select times in 2015. Avalon and Royal Suites excluded. Not applicable to custom tours. Discount will apply to individual members of groups adding a name and non-refundable per person deposit WITHIN the promo window. Not applicable on TBA space. Not combinable with any other offer, other than Journeys Club Repeat Traveler benefit. Applies to new 2015 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. Offer reliant on space availability at time of booking and may be withdrawn at any time. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.

* Air Credit: Book a 2015 Avalon Waterways Europe air-inclusive vacation to receive the $350 per person Air Credit. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied by December 2, 2014 for travel in 2015. Not applicable to custom tours. Not applicable on instant purchase air. Applies to coach class only. Air must be purchased through Avalon Waterways in conjunction with a Europe vacation. Not combinable with any other offer except 5% Journeys Club Repeat Traveler benefit. Air Credit will apply to the per person air price and is non-transferable. An additional $300 non-refundable deposit is required for air booked in conjunction with a land vacation. Once ticketed, airline reservations subject to change/cancellation penalties of between $300 per ticket and 100% of ticket price; air tickets not eligible for frequent flyer mileage/point accrual; stopovers not permitted. Promotional discounts do not carry forward on changed air bookings however other promotions at time of change may be available. Once airfare is confirmed and we have received your full air and land deposit, your air-inclusive price is guaranteed. We reserve the right to ticket passengers upon receipt of full land and air deposit. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply; visit www.iflybags.com for more details. Availability of promotional prices are limited and may be restricted to specific flights, class of service, travel dates or, length of stay. Additional restrictions apply. Offer may be withdrawn at any time.

* Single Supplement: Book a select 2015 Avalon Waterways Europe River Cruise in order to waive the single supplement fee. Only ten promotional staterooms available each departure, Category B/A/P only. Offer available on select dates of select cruises. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied by December 2, 2014 for travel at select times in 2015. Applies to new 2015 bookings only and will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. Offer reliant on space availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Not combinable with any other offer other than Journeys Club Repeat Traveler benefit. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply. May be withdrawn at any time.

* Past Guest: Book a select 2015 Avalon Waterways Europe (WCL, WLC, WPL, WPP, WLP or March & April departures) river cruise to receive an additional 5% per person discount on the land/cruise or cruise only price. Must be a Journeys Club member at the time of booking and a US resident to receive discount. Discount based on core cruise and does not extend to additional night accommodations, extensions, non-brochure date airport transfers, single supplement fees, optional gratuities or supplements and any government-imposed taxes and fees. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied by December 2, 2014 for travel commencing by December 31, 2015. Combinable with current applicable departures on the 2015 Book Now Sailing promotion and 5% Journeys Club Repeat Traveler benefit only. Journeys Club discounts must be applied before reservation is paid in full. Applies to new 2015 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. Discount will apply to individual members of groups adding a name and non-refundable per person deposit WITHIN the promo window. Offer reliant on space availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Not applicable on TBA space. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.

* Pre-Paid Gratuities: Book a select 2015 Europe river cruise and get the standard prepaid cruise gratuities included for the full length of the cruise portion of the vacation. Must be booked, under deposit and discount applied by December 2, 2015 for travel at select times in 2015. Combinable with other offers Applies to new 2015 bookings only. Offer reliant on space availability. Not applicable to groups or custom tours. Not applicable on TBA space. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.
 


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