Magnificent
Europe
Aboard AMA Waterways'fleet of
brand new deluxe river cruise ships
16-DAYS
Grand Cruise from Amsterdam to
Budapest
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This program combines the two great
waterways of Europe - Rhine river and Danube.
The cruise starts in Amsterdam and continues upstream on the Rhine to Cologne
and Rudesheim, then follows the Main river to Wuerzburg and Bamberg
and through the Main-Danube canal to Nurmberg. From there the journey continues
through the Danube Gorges to Passau, Linz, Melk, Vienna and Budapest; a
tuely unique cruise accross Europe.
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ITINERARY
| Day 1 : |
FLIGHT USA - AMSTERDAM |
| Board your overnight flight to Amsterdam.
(in-flight meals) |
| Day 2 : |
AMSTERDAM |
Arrive in Amsterdam and transfer to your luxurious river
cruise ship, which is conveniently moored near the city center. Start discovering
the town during the balance of the day, before meeting your fellow travelers
at the Welcome Cocktail Reception. Following dinner in the elegant Panorama
Restaurant, savor the piano music in the beautiful Main Lounge, relax in
the intimate atmosphere of the Amadeus Club, or head back into town to
take in Amsterdam’s fascinating nightlife.
(D) |
| Day 3 : |
AMSTERDAM |
Fitness enthusiasts can opt for an early morning stroll
into the city, enjoy the ship’s unique 110-yard walking track on the large
Sun Deck or work out in the ship’s gym. After a delectable breakfast, admire
the wonderful architecture of the city from a guided canal boat tour. Sail
in a glass-top boat past beautiful 17th century homes, charming churches
with bell towers and 16th century merchant houses. Free time before departing
Amsterdam around lunch. Enjoy an afternoon information briefing as you
cruise towards Germany. Tonight you’ll be a guest at the Captain’s Gala
Welcome Dinner. Then join your fellow travelers for evening of dance and
dance lessons in the front lounge.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 4 : |
AMSTERDAM - COLOGNE - KOBLENZ |
| . Early riser cruise through fashionable Düsseldorf,
before arriving in Cologne for a guided morning walking tour through the
old part of the city and a visit to the fabled 13th century Gothic cathedral.
At lunchtime continue to 2000-year old Koblenz, located at the confluence
of the Rhine and the Moselle rivers. Take an after dinner walk through
this charming town.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 5 : |
RUEDESHEIM |
| Today, sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, the most
beautiful stretch of the river. Every mile along the river you’ll admire
a different, magnificent castle. Then see the legendary Lorelei Rock, where
sweet songs of local beauties lured enchanted sailors to their doom. Arrive
in Rüdesheim, the perfect example of a Rhine Valley wine town. Here,
a mini-train picks you up at the ship and takes you to the fascinating
Siegfried’s Musical Instrument Museum for a guided tour. During dinner
bid farewell to the Rhine and enter the Main river. Tonight’s fascinating
Crew Show will conclude a great day of river cruising.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 6 : |
MILTENBERG - WERTHEIM |
| Arrive in Miltenberg and disembark for a guided morning
walking tour of this old Franconian town, which reveals narrow cobblestone
streets and gabled, half-timbered houses. Shop for souvenirs before a bus
takes you to charming Wertheim where you can browse leisurely in the market
square before boarding the ship in time for lunch. The rest of the day,
cruise through the sunny valleys of the meandering Main, which has always
been the major lifeline of this region. Listen to an exciting afternoon
lecture about the Main region, relax on the beautiful Sun Deck or take
photos of the lovely towns along the river.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 7 : |
WUERZBURG |
| After a morning filled with beautiful Main river scenery,
you’ll be romanced by Würzburg, “The Pearl of the Romantic Road?
Surrounded by sloping hills covered with vineyards, the city is the capital
of Lower Franconia, a center of wine and trade. During your morning tour
visit the major sights including the magnificent Residential Palace. A
short afternoon cruise takes you to charming Volkach, a fascinating town
known for its great Franconian wines and its romantic ambience. An after
dinner wine tasting will highlight the evening.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 8 : |
BAMBERG - NUREMBERG |
| This morning, enter the Main-Danube Canal at enchanting
Bamberg, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993. Disembark
for a guided tour of this medieval gem, with its uniquely intact townscape.
Marvel at the breathtaking Cathedral, the Old Town Hall, which straddles
the river, and the city’s serpentine streets with charming houses and 18th
century mansions. From here your bus will take you through the picturesque
countryside to rejoin your ship in Erlangen. Continue along the Main-Danube
Canal to ancient Nuremberg, capital of Franconia.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 9 : |
NUREMBERG |
| Enjoy a guided morning tour of this historic city with
its fabulous Gothic churches and elegant patrician houses. See the storybook
900-year old ramparts that surround the city, the Imperial Castle and the
Justice Palace where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946. At lunchtime,
continue to transit the Main-Danube Canal as you arrive at the highest
point of your cruise - 1332 feet above sea level before your descend through
stair-step locks to charming Berching, where Bavarian folklore entertainers
will come aboard for some hearty Oompah music.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 10 : |
DANUBE GORGE - REGENSBURG |
| This morning takes you through the final stretch of the
fascinating Main-Danube Canal. Arrive in Kelheim and embark on an exciting
boat trip through the lovely Danube Gorge to Weltenburg Abbey. Return to
your ship in magnificent Regensburg, one of Germany’s best preserved medieval
cities. A guided tour will show you the city’s architectural highlights,
including the Old Town Hall, and the Porta Pretoria ?gates to an ancient
Roman fort built in 179AD. Marvel at beautiful churches and one of the
oldest bridges crossing the Danube.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 11 : |
PASSAU - SALZBURG |
| Early this morning the ship takes you through scenic valleys
past charming riverside towns. After breakfast, arrive in Passau, where
the rivers Inn and Ilz join the Danube. Here you board your modern bus
for an exciting full-day tour to Salzburg and its most popular Sound-of-Music
sights including Nonnberg Abbey, the Wedding Church, the exquisite Mirabell
Gardens, the monumental Domplatz, the Great Salzburg Festival Hall and
much more. A festive lunch celebration in charming surroundings will further
highlight this wonderful excursion. Also enjoy a stroll through Salzburg’s
narrow Getreidegasse or shop for souvenirs before returning to your cruise
ship, which is docked in nearby Linz. After dinner, take a walk through
this delightful town, Austria’s third largest city.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 12: |
MELK - DUERNSTEIN - VIENNA |
Cruise through the narrow Strudengau and reach the Wachau Valley early
this morning. A guided tour takes you to Melk’s magnificent Benedictine
Abbey, one of Europe’s largest baroque monasteries. At lunchtime, continue
on a short cruise to Dürnstein. Marvel at the magnificient blue
façade of the Baroque Stiftskirche. Above town you’ll spot the ruins
of the castle where Richard the Lionheart, the King of England, was imprisoned
in 1192. Your walking tour through medieval cobblestone streets reveals
16th century town houses and wine taverns. Continue through the romantic
Wachau Valley, dotted with magnificent castles and charming riverside towns.
Tonight arrive in Vienna, the “City of Music?
(B-L-D)
Enjoy a wonderful day to savor the captivating baroque elegance of romantic
Vienna. A guided sightseeing tour includes the lavish Hofburg Palace, the
impressive Vienna Opera House, the majestic Ringstrasse and awe-inspiring
St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Free afternoon to stroll along Kärntnerstrasse
or sample Vienna’s famous pastries. Tonight explore the vibrant Austrian
capital on your own, or come along for an optional Mozart and Strauss concert.
(B-L-D)
After midnight the ship slips away from Vienna and continues to nearby
Slovakia. A guided morning tour of Bratislava reveals the city’s major
sights, including the Old Town Hall, the stunning Mirbach Palace, the Gothic
St. Martin’s Cathedral. From 13th century Bratislava Castle you’ll enjoy
breathtaking views overlooking three countries - Slovakia, Austria and
Hungary. Free afternoon to shop or explore on your own followed by an evening
filled with local folklore. Before midnight depart for Hungary.
(B-L-D)
Morning sightseeing includes historic Buda Castle, from where you have
a splendid view of the twin cities of Buda and Pest spread over both banks
of the river. Your tour also features 500-year old Matthias Church, St.
Stephen’s Basilica, distinctive Fisherman Bastion, the marvelous Royal
Palace and much more. Your afternoon is free to explore on your own. Tonight
gather on board for a Gala Farewell Dinner with gypsy violins.
(B-L-D)
Your fascinating cruise comes to an end as you transfer to the airport
and return home.
(B)
(B - breakfast, L - lunch, D - dinner) |
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INCLUDED
IN THE TOUR
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Deluxe cruise accommodation in 170 sq.ft. outside
cabin (Junior suites are 225 sq.ft.) with hotel-style beds that can be set up as 2 twin beds or one large
double bed
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Guaranteed shares for singles in select cruise categories
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Superb dining with all meals included in the elegant
Panorama Restaurant, which accommodates all guests in one seating without
fixed seating arrangements
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Quality wines from Europe’s most famous wine regions
with every dinner
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Cocktail Reception and Welcome Dinner
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Captain’s Gala Dinner
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Festive lunch outside of Salzburg
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Daily sightseeing programs as detailed in the itinerary
including: AMSTERDAM canal cruise, COLOGNE tour and DOME, KOBLENZ evening
walk, RUEDESHEIM Winzerexpress and Music Museum, MILTENBERG walking tour
and WERTHEIM tour, WUERZBURG city tour, BAMBERG city tour, visit to VIERZEHNHEILIGEN,
NUREMBERG city tour, tour of WELTENBURG ABBEY and boat through DANUBE GORGE,
REGENSBURG walking tour, full day excursion to SALZBURG (optional),
tour of BENEDICTINE ABBEY in MELK, DURNSTEIN walking tour, VIENNA
city tour,BUDAPEST city tour
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Special highlights including folklore performances,
glassblower demonstration, “Frühschoppen? wine tasting, lectures,
theme dinners and local activities
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Services of an Amadeus cruise manager throughout
your cruise
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Nightly piano music on board
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On board amenities including Fitness Center, 100m
Walking Track on Sun Deck, Beauty Salon, Massage, Fun Pool,
Lounge Bar, Souvenir Shop and Club Lounge
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All English language on board in a non-smoking environment
(smoking only on the Sun Deck)
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All local taxes
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NOT
INCLUDED
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Gratuities for guides & cruise personnel
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Transatlantic air-fare (can be arranged by UET from any US city)
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Items of personal nature & items not listed in the itinerary
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Optional travel insurance
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Port charges USD 266 for 2011 & USD 294 for 2012
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TOUR PRICES & DEPARTURE DATES:
| 2011 SAILINGS |
| USA Departure Date |
Cruise Ship |
Return Date |
Price |
| Apr 30 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMADAGIOE |
May 15 from BUDAPEST |
$ 4,999 |
| May 14 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMADAGIO |
May 29 from BUDAPEST |
$ 5,099 |
| May 21 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMALYRA |
Jun 05 from BUDAPEST |
$ 4,999 |
| Jun 10 to BUDAPEST |
MS AMACELLO |
Jun 25 from AMSTERDAM |
$ 4,999 |
| Jun 24 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMACELLO |
Jul 09 from BUDAPEST |
$ 4,999 |
| Jul 09 to BUDAPEST |
MS AMALYRA |
Jul 24 from AMSTERDAM |
$ 4,899 |
| Jul 13 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMADANTE |
Jul 28 from BUDAPEST |
$ 4,899 |
| Aug 06 to BUDAPEST |
MS AMADANTE |
Aug 21 from AMSTERDAM |
$ 4,899 |
| Aug 20 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMADANTE |
Sep 04 from BUDAPEST |
$ 4,899 |
| Sep 02 to BUDAPEST |
MS AMACELLO |
Sep 17 from AMSTERDAM |
$ 5,299 |
| Sep 16 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMACELLO |
Oct 01 from BUDAPEST |
$ 5,299 |
| Oct 10 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMADANTE |
Oct 25 from BUDAPEST |
$ 4,799 |
| Oct 24 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMABELLA |
Nov 08 from BUDAPEST |
$ 4,399 |
| Nov 07 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMAVERDE |
Nov 22 from BUDAPEST |
$ 3,999 |
| Nov 21 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMABELLA |
Dec 06 from BUDAPEST |
$ 3,999 |
| Dec 05 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMAVERDE |
Dec 20 from BUDAPEST |
$ 4,199 |
| Dec 05 to BUDAPEST |
MS AMABELLA |
Dec 20 from AMSTERDAM |
$ 4,199 |
| Dec 17 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMALYRA |
Jan 02 from BUDAPEST |
$ 4,199 |
| Dec 19 to BUDAPEST |
MS AMAVERDE |
Jan 03 from AMSTERDAM |
$ 4,199 |
| Dec 05 to BUDAPEST |
MS AMABELLA |
Dec 20 from AMSTERDAM |
$ 4,199 |
| Single Supplement is 50% of cruise price |
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| CABIN UPGRADES PER PERSON |
| E |
Base Price |
| D |
+ $ 378 |
| C |
+ $ 1098 |
| B |
+ $ 1,498 |
| A |
+ $ 1,698 |
| Suite |
+ $ 3,598 |
| Round-trip airfare is available from New York from $ 985.00. For other cities please contact UET. |
| 2012 SAILINGS |
| USA Departure Date |
Cruise Ship |
Return Date |
Price |
| Apr 25 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMACERTO |
May 10 from BUDAPEST |
$ 5,199 |
| Jun 02 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMADOLCE |
Jun 17 from BUDAPEST |
$ 5,399 |
| Jul 07 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMADOLCE |
Jul 22 from BUDAPEST |
$ 5,199 |
| Aug 14 to BUDAPEST |
MS AMALEGRO |
Aug 29 from AMSTERDAM |
$ 5,199 |
| Aug 25 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMADOLCE |
Sep 09 from BUDAPEST |
$ 5,199 |
| Sep 29 to AMSTERDAM |
MS AMADOLCE |
oCT 14 from BUDAPEST |
$ 5,599 |
| Dec 19 to BUDAPEST |
MS AMACERTO |
Jan 03 from AMSTERDAM |
$ 4,599 |
| Dec 25 to BUDAPEST |
MS AMALEGRO |
Jan 09 from AMSTERDAM |
$ 4,599 |
| Dec 25 to BUDAPEST |
MS AMALYRA |
Jan 09 from AMSTERDAM |
$ 4,599 |
| Single Supplement is 50% of cruise price |
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| CABIN UPGRADES PER PERSON |
| E |
Base Price |
| D |
+ $ 398 |
| C |
+ $ 1158 |
| B |
+ $ 1,558 |
| A |
+ $ 1,778 |
| BB |
+ $ 1,998 |
| BA |
+ $ 2,198 |
| AB |
+ $ 2,598 |
| AA |
+ $ 2,998 |
| Suite |
+ $ 3,798 |
| s-Suite |
+ $ 4,399 |
| Round-trip airfare is available from New York from $ 985.00. For other cities please contact UET. |
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The All deluxe AMA-WATERWAYS ships,
operate for the English
speaking market only and offer a long list of amenities, which no other
river cruise ship in Europe can match.
ON-BOARD FACILITIES
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Grand View Lounge Bar
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Elegant Panorama Restaurant
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Fitness Center
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Beauty Salon including manicure & pedicure
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Onboard physician and massage
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Fun pool
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Interesting lecture programs
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On-board veriety entertainmant
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100- meter walking track
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