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ROMANTIC RHINE

8 days Amsterdam/Basel or reverse

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 Rüdesheim.

AMSTERDAM
Welcome reception; canal cruise

COLOGNE
Guided sightseeing

COBLENZ
Guided sightseeing

RÜDESHEIM
“Winzerexpress” mini train
Visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum

HEIDELBERG
Guided visit of the castle

STRASBOURG
Guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the Gothic cathedral

BREISACH
Excursion to the Black Forest

Itinerary

Day 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 world-renowned museums such as the Rijksmuseum or the Van Gogh. This afternoon, board your river cruise vessel and meet your crew at a welcome reception. (Dinner)

Day 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. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 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 Kölsch in one of the many taverns and shop for a bottle of 4711, the original “eau de cologne.” (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 4 Koblenz–Rhine Gorge–Rüdesheim

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 Rüdesheim, 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. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 5 Mainz. Excursion to Heidelberg

Situated on the left bank of the Rhine, opposite the mouth of the Main River, Main 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. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 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 Kléber, and Place Gutenberg with the statue of the inventor of the printing press. An optional excursion to the Alsace wine region is available today. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 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 well-known products from this region are Black Forest ham and Black Forest cherry cake. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 8 Basel, Switzerland (Disembarkation)

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


We offer similar Itineraries from Uniworld And Viking  800-640-4899


The Avalon Luminary, coming in 2010, is the latest addition to the Avalon Waterways river cruising fleet, with a design that reflects the uniqueness of the area, and which differentiates her from the other Avalon river cruise vessels. Carrying a maximum of just 138 passengers with four suites & 65 staterooms, she will be the smallest of the Avalon ships, yet the Avalon Luminary staterooms are equally spacious and well appointed, with floor-to-ceiling windows on two decks. Staterooms feature a minimum of 172 square feet of space and are the largest of the European rivers today. In addition, there is an elevator, and the whirlpool on the Sky Deck allows for a refreshing dip after a day of sightseeing. The rear lounge is perfect for small groups.

Ship Amenities

  • Headsets for all guided shore excursions in Europe
  • Services of a professional Cruise Director
  • Sightseeing with Local Guides
  • Revolutionary engineering
  • Silent Drive System (SDS)
  • Non-smoking interior
  • Internet access & Wi-Fi hotspots
  • Elegant polished metal & glass throughout
  • Onboard lectures, activities & nightly piano music
  • Panoramic picture windows for landscape viewing
  • Hair Salon
  • Fitness Center
  • Spacious Sky Decks with shade system for sunning
  • 6-person whirlpool
  • Lounge & Bar
  • Complimentary coffee & tea available throughout the day
  • Fine dining
  • Buffet breakfast items are conveniently color coded to indicate foods that are low calorie, low fat/low calorie, high fiber, low cholesterol, and high energy
  • Complimentary wine, beer or soft drinks will be included on all onboard dinners
  • Open seating throughout the dining room for all meals
  • Flatscreen satellite TV & radio
  • Comfortable, hotel-style beds
  • Comfortable beds that can be configured as two twins or one queen
  • European-style duvets
  • Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
  • Private bathroom with shower
  • Large closets
  • Minibar, hairdryer & safe
  • Individual climate control
  • Royal Deck passengers can order Continental breakfast to their staterooms
  • All staterooms are outside and those on Royal and Sapphire Decks have floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors and French balconies

 


2010
From Amsterdam
Felicity 12-Jun-2010 13-Jun-2010 20-Jun-2010 $2,439.00 Not Available
Felicity 26-Jun-2010 27-Jun-2010 04-Jul-2010 $2,439.00 Not Available
Felicity 10-Jul-2010 11-Jul-2010 18-Jul-2010 $2,389.00 Not Available
Felicity 24-Jul-2010 25-Jul-2010 01-Aug-2010 $2,389.00 800-640-4899
Luminary 31-Jul-2010 01-Aug-2010 08-Aug-2010 $2,389.00 800-640-4899
Felicity 07-Aug-2010 08-Aug-2010 15-Aug-2010 $2,389.00 800-640-4899 
Luminary 14-Aug-2010 15-Aug-2010 22-Aug-2010 $2,389.00 800-640-4899
Felicity 21-Aug-2010 22-Aug-2010 29-Aug-2010 $2,389.00 Not Available
Luminary 28-Aug-2010 29-Aug-2010 05-Sep-2010 $2,489.00 Not Available
Felicity 04-Sep-2010 05-Sep-2010 12-Sep-2010 $2,489.00 Not Available
Luminary 11-Sep-2010 12-Sep-2010 19-Sep-2010 $2,489.00 Not Available
Luminary 25-Sep-2010 26-Sep-2010 03-Oct-2010 $2,489.00 Not Available
Felicity 02-Oct-2010 03-Oct-2010 10-Oct-2010 $2,389.00 Not Available
Luminary 09-Oct-2010 10-Oct-2010 17-Oct-2010 $2,389.00 Not Available
Felicity 16-Oct-2010 17-Oct-2010 24-Oct-2010 $2,289.00 Not Available
Luminary 23-Oct-2010 24-Oct-2010 31-Oct-2010 $2,189.00 800-640-4899
 
From Zurich

Felicity 05-Jun-2010 06-Jun-2010 13-Jun-2010 $2,489.00 Not Available
Felicity 19-Jun-2010 20-Jun-2010 27-Jun-2010 $2,489.00 Not Available
Felicity 03-Jul-2010 04-Jul-2010 11-Jul-2010 $2,389.00 Not Available
Felicity 17-Jul-2010 18-Jul-2010 25-Jul-2010 $2,389.00 Not Available
Felicity 31-Jul-2010 01-Aug-2010 08-Aug-2010 $2,389.00 Not Available 
Luminary 07-Aug-2010 08-Aug-2010 15-Aug-2010 $2,389.00 800-640-4899
Felicity 14-Aug-2010 15-Aug-2010 22-Aug-2010 $2,389.00 800-640-4899
Luminary 21-Aug-2010 22-Aug-2010 29-Aug-2010 $2,389.00 800-640-4899 
Felicity 28-Aug-2010 29-Aug-2010 05-Sep-2010 $2,489.00 Not Available
Luminary 04-Sep-2010 05-Sep-2010 12-Sep-2010 $2,489.00 Not Available
Felicity 11-Sep-2010 12-Sep-2010 19-Sep-2010 $2,489.00 Not Available
Luminary 18-Sep-2010 19-Sep-2010 26-Sep-2010 $2,489.00 800-640-4899 
Felicity 25-Sep-2010 26-Sep-2010 03-Oct-2010 $2,489.00 Not Available
Luminary 02-Oct-2010 03-Oct-2010 10-Oct-2010 $2,339.00 Not Available
Felicity 09-Oct-2010 10-Oct-2010 17-Oct-2010 $2,339.00 800-640-4899
Luminary 16-Oct-2010 17-Oct-2010 24-Oct-2010 $2,289.00 800-640-4899



Port charges: $98

Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available.

Extra nights per person in Amsterdam:
in single room $539, in twin room $308

Extra nights per person in Zürich:
in single room $193, in twin room $127

Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category (all staterooms Twin/Double), add per person:

Category / Decks / Price
B / Sapphire Deck / $499
A / Sapphire Deck / $549
P / Royal Deck / $649
Jr. Suite / Royal Deck / $1,199


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2011
Sailing Dates from 3/26/2011- 10/22/2011
Base rates from $1,699-$2,799 per person

Port charges:
$98 per person
Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available.

Extra nights per person in Zürich:
in single room $130, in twin room $88

Extra nights per person in Amsterdam
Departures March 26 - June 18 & Sept 10 - Oct 22: in single room $315, in twin room $190
Departures July 2 - Sept 2: in single room $265, in twin room $160

Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in an outside Avalon Deluxe Stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category (all staterooms Twin/Double), add per person:

Category / Decks / Price
B / Sapphire Deck / $499
A / Sapphire Deck / $549
P / Royal Deck / $649
Suite / Royal Deck / $1,199





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With the decrease in the value of the dollar and the high price of fuel the cost of hotels and meals have doubled in European during the last three years.  Savy travelers have come to understand that a  river cruise offers the best value for a European Vacation.  Accommodations, all meals on board and shore excursions are included in the price and some companies even include wine with dinner. Because of this, you do not have to live in fear of the $300 per night hotel bill, the $100 not so wonderful restaurant meal and the $10 cup of coffee with no free refills. 

Many people believe that by dealing directly with the cruise line, they cut out the expense of a middleman. But when it comes to cruising, this is never the case.  The cruise lines depend on travel agents to sell their product, and so it is the cruise lines who pay the agent's commission, not the customer. The lines also offer agents various extra incentives, bonus commissions and value-added perks, giving the travel agents more pricing leverage and the ability for us to offer you lower rates:  There are many superb and well-trained travel agents, but there are not many who know as much as we do about river cruising.

 

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