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Rhine, Moselle, Main & Danube

2012

Rhine, Moselle, Main & Danube

ROMANTIC RHINE - CATEGORY E

Tour Code - WAZ-E

8 days Amsterdam to Basel 7-night cruise from Amsterdam to Basel

All inclusive prices starting at: $3234

One of Europe's most legendary rivers awaits on this fascinating journey. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Strasbourg, Koblenz, and Cologne, as well as a full-day excursion to majestic Heidelberg and a canal cruise in picturesque Amsterdam. Sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, take pictures of the famous Lorelei rock, and sample the area's famous Riesling wines in the quaint wine village of Rudesheim.

Meals

  • Breakfast - 7
  • Lunch - 6
  • Dinner - 7

Standard Features

Deluxe 7-night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds (Category E)
AMSTERDAM: Welcome reception; canal cruise
COLOGNE: Guided sightseeing
KOBLENZ: Guided sightseeing
RHINE GORGE: Cruise through the gorge
RUDESHEIM: Visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum; special treat
MAINZ: Visit the Gutenberg Museum
HEIDELBERG: Take pictures of the castle
STRASBOURG: Guided sightseeing, visit the La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral
BREISACH: Excursion to the Black Forest
MEALS: Superb dining with all meals on board daily featuring full breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D), including a welcome reception, Captain's reception and farewell dinner; quality wines from Europe's most famous wine regions with every dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the cruise description

ROMANTIC RHINE - CATEGORY E

Day by Day

DayDescription
1

ARRIVE IN AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND (EMBARKATION)

Welcome to Amsterdam! Holland's capital is sophisticated and modern, with a rich and fascinating history. The works of famous Dutch masters can be seen in worldrenowned museums such as the Rijksmuseum or the Van Gogh. This afternoon, board your river cruise vessel and meet your crew at a welcome reception. (D)

2

AMSTERDAM

There is no better way to see the city than by CANAL BOAT, cruising through the elegant grachten lined with stately homes dating back to Amsterdam's "Golden Age." Afterward, your river cruise vessel sets sail for Cologne. (B,L,D)

3

COLOGNE, GERMANY

Cologne is one of Germany's largest cities, with a river skyline dominated by the soaring twin spires of its magnificent gothic cathedral. The Germano-Roman Museum located next to the cathedral is a must for history buffs! Try a Kolsch in one of the many taverns and shop for a bottle of "4711," the original eau de cologne. (B,L,D)

4

KOBLENZ-RHINE GORGE-RUDESHEIM

Situated at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle Rivers, 2,000 year-old Koblenz is the cultural and business center of the Middle Rhine region. The dramatic RHINE GORGE is the most beautiful stretch of river. Pass the legendary rock of the Lorelei, where sweet songs of local beauties lured enchanted sailors to their doom. In Rudesheim, SIEGFRIED'S MECHANICAL MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MUSEUM is a real surprise! Enjoy a SPECIAL TREAT, then there's free time to explore the Drosselgasse and pick up some souvenirs. (B,L,D)

5

MAINZ. EXCURSION TO HEIDELBERG

Situated on the left bank of the Rhine, opposite the mouth of the Main River, Mainz is Germany's largest and most important wine town. Gutenberg, the father of modern printing, was born here and you'll visit the GUTENBERG MUSEUM. Heidelberg is Germany's oldest university town. Take pictures of the ruins of the imposing red sandstone castle towering above the city, and enjoy free time to explore. (B,L,D)

6

STRASBOURG, FRANCE

Situated on the border of France and Germany, Strasbourg is influenced by the culture of both countries and is the capital of the Alsace region. It is the seat of the Council of Europe and the European Parliament. Noteworthy sights are the GOTHIC CATHEDRAL, the lovely LA PETITE FRANCE district, Place Kleber, and Place Gutenberg with the statue of the inventor of the printing press. An optional excursion to the Alsace wine region is available today. (B,L,D)

7

BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO THE BLACK FOREST.

Located at the foot of Kaiserstuhl Mountain on the French-German border, Breisach is the gateway to Germany's BLACK FOREST region, an area of unrivaled natural beauty with its forests of thick pine trees. Surely the most wellknown products from this region are Black Forest ham and Black Forest cherry cake. (B,L,D)

8

BASEL, SWITZERLAND (DISEMBARKATION).

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Departure flights should not leave Zurich Airport before 10am. (B)

ROMANTIC RHINE - CATEGORY E

Dates/Prices

NB: All prices listed are per person

May 2012

ShipStart DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin Share
MS Felicity06 May 201213 May 2012On Request $3696 NZD Hotel List
MS Visionary13 May 201220 May 2012On Request $3825 NZD Hotel List
MS Felicity20 May 201227 May 2012On Request $3825 NZD Hotel List
MS Visionary27 May 201203 Jun 2012On Request $3825 NZD Hotel List

Jun 2012

ShipStart DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin Share
MS Felicity03 Jun 201210 Jun 2012On Request $3889 NZD Hotel List
MS Visionary10 Jun 201217 Jun 2012On Request $3889 NZD Hotel List
MS Felicity17 Jun 201224 Jun 2012On Request $3889 NZD Hotel List
MS Visionary24 Jun 201201 Jul 2012On Request $3825 NZD Hotel List

Jul 2012

ShipStart DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin Share
MS Felicity01 Jul 201208 Jul 2012On Request $3619 NZD Hotel List
MS Visionary08 Jul 201215 Jul 2012On Request $3619 NZD Hotel List
MS Felicity15 Jul 201222 Jul 2012On Request $3619 NZD Hotel List
MS Visionary22 Jul 201229 Jul 2012On Request $3619 NZD Hotel List
MS Felicity29 Jul 201205 Aug 2012On Request $3619 NZD Hotel List

Aug 2012

ShipStart DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin Share
MS Visionary05 Aug 201212 Aug 2012On Request $3619 NZD Hotel List
MS Felicity12 Aug 201219 Aug 2012On Request $3619 NZD Hotel List
MS Luminary18 Aug 201225 Aug 2012Open $3619 NZD Hotel List
MS Visionary19 Aug 201226 Aug 2012On Request $3619 NZD Hotel List
MS Felicity26 Aug 201202 Sep 2012On Request $3748 NZD Hotel List

Sep 2012

ShipStart DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin Share
MS Luminary01 Sep 201208 Sep 2012On Request $3889 NZD Hotel List
MS Visionary02 Sep 201209 Sep 2012On Request $3889 NZD Hotel List
MS Felicity09 Sep 201216 Sep 2012On Request $3889 NZD Hotel List
MS Visionary16 Sep 201223 Sep 2012On Request $3889 NZD Hotel List
MS Felicity23 Sep 201230 Sep 2012On Request $3889 NZD Hotel List
MS Visionary30 Sep 201207 Oct 2012On Request $3761 NZD Hotel List

Oct 2012

ShipStart DateEnd DateAvailabilityTwin Share
MS Felicity07 Oct 201214 Oct 2012On Request $3684 NZD Hotel List
MS Visionary14 Oct 201221 Oct 2012On Request $3491 NZD Hotel List
MS Felicity21 Oct 201228 Oct 2012On Request $3491 NZD Hotel List
MS Visionary28 Oct 201204 Nov 2012On Request $3234 NZD Hotel List

Cabin Upgrades

To upgrade to a higher cabin category (all staterooms Twin/Double), add per person:

CategoryDeckPrice
D VisionaryIndigo $192 NZD
BSapphire $706 NZD
B VisionarySapphire $899 NZD
ASapphire $770 NZD
A VisionarySapphire $963 NZD
PRoyal $899 NZD
P VisionaryRoyal $1091 NZD
SuiteRoyal $1670 NZD
Royal Suite VisionaryRoyal $2184 NZD

Accommodation Prices

Pre & Post TourCityStart DateEnd DateSingle PriceTwin PriceTriple Price
POSTBasel01 Jan 201231 Dec 2012 $207 NZD $140 NZD $ NZD
PREAmsterdam01 Apr 201201 Jul 2012 $424 NZD $257 NZD $ NZD
PREAmsterdam02 Jul 201202 Sep 2012 $353 NZD $212 NZD $ NZD
PREAmsterdam03 Sep 201209 Sep 2012 $714 NZD $386 NZD $ NZD
PREAmsterdam10 Sep 201230 Nov 2012 $424 NZD $257 NZD $ NZD

Charges

TypeNamePrice
Included Port Charges140 NZD

ROMANTIC RHINE - CATEGORY E

Tour Code - WAZ-E

8 days Amsterdam to Basel 7-night cruise from Amsterdam to Basel

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ROMANTIC RHINE - CATEGORY E

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Optional Excursions

To help plan your leisure time, as well as your pre-tour budgeting, here is a list of optional excursions that may be offered on this tour. Availability is subject to sufficient participation, weather conditions, seasonal suitability, group interests, and general feasibility for your tour. Please note prices may be based on the previous year and are subject to change. Full terms and conditions are contained in the important travel documents.

PriceDetails
34  EUR

Name: EXCURSION TO COLMAR
Location: COLMAR
Description: The Isenheim Altarpiece has been described as master piece in numerous art books and is often referred to as example of medieval painting. Your expert will introduce you to the fine arts in the UNTERLINDEN MUSEUM. During your exploration you will learn how, in former times, the Colmar people defeated their authorities. Furthermore you will hear about the connection between the famous Statue of Liberty in New York and the city of Colmar.
36  EUR

Name: EXCURSION TO THE ALSACE COUNTRYSIDE
Location: STRASBOURG
Description: Although modest in size, Alsace's geography is such that it offers an incredible variety of landscapes and climates. With the Vosges mountains and the rest of France to the west, and the Rhine and then Germany to the east, Alsace really is a mini-kingdom in itself, which has absorbed aspects from both French and German cultures. This is not surprising, as the region has changed hands four times in the past few hundred years. Since the Great War, however, Alsace has remained French. The famous Riesling, the Pinot Noir, the Tokay-Pinot Gris, the Gewurztraminer, a Muscat or a Pinot Blanc are the varieties of wine that you find here. But you can discover more. Follow our local expert on a tour of the Alsace with its charming half-timbered houses, the quite villages and the vineyards. Taste some of the wines of the region, as we will visit one of its wine farms.
31  EUR

Name: "KLOMPEN", CHEESE AND PEANUT OIL - ZAANSE SCHANS
Location: AMSTERDAM
Description: The Zaanse Schans is a delightful old hamlet on the banks of the river Zaan with characteristic green wooden houses, charmingly styled gardens, small hump-backed bridges, tradesmen's workshops, historic windmills and engaging little shops. This enchanting hamlet gives an excellent impression of how a typical village on the Zaan must have looked like in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Join our local expert for a journey through times when Dutch Sailing Ships crossed the seven seas and goods from all corners of the world traded in Holland. Don't miss your chance to see the inside of a working windmill and admire the craftsmanship of its mechanics.
31  EUR

Name: REMBRANDT & CO - A VISIT TO AMSTERDAM'S RIJKSMUSEUM
Location: AMSTERDAM
Description: The Masterpieces of Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum offer a unique way to view all the highlights of the Golden Age in one place. Discover with our local experts their interrelationships, thematically or chronologically, discover the stories and view the artworks close-up. The most famous painting at the Rijksmuseum is Rembrandt's Night Watch. A national icon that fires the imagination and is always at the centre of discussion; the painting has been successively analysed, interpreted, praised, abused, damaged and restored; It is, in short, the focus of attention. But what makes this portrait of a group of civic guardsmen so special, apart from being the largest painting that Rembrandt ever made? What is it about, what is its background? Find your answers in this visit to the Rijksmuseum.
31  EUR

Name: SUNFLOWERS & OTHER MASTERPIECES
Location: AMSTERDAM
Description: A visit to the Van Gogh Museum is a unique experience. The museum contains the largest collection of paintings by Vincent van Gogh in the world. It provides the opportunity to keep track of the artist's developments, or compare his paintings to works by other artists from the 19th century in the collection. The museum also holds an extensive offer of exhibitions on various subjects from 19th century art history. Join your local expert for an introduction to Van Gogh, before you start exploring the collection at your own pace.
29  EUR

Name: ZURICH SIGHTSEEING
Location: ZURICH
Description: While window shopping along the elegant boutiques of Zurich's Bahnhofstrasse, one of the most beautiful shopping areas in Europe, you'll notice that the streets may not be paved with gold, but you can be certain that a couple of meters below the street, unimaginable treasures are lying in underground vaults. Zurich is the world's banking capital. Visitors can spend days exploring Zurich's cobbled streets, wandering through its museums or exploring its flea markets. The quays, with their promenades, are made for walking, especially along the shores of the lake. With an active cafe culture, it's ideal for people-watching, and Zurich has a lively, multi-ethnic population to rival any other major European city.
 
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