Europe's
Heartland Cruise
Aboard the
deluxe vessels of AMA-Waterways
14-DAYS
PARIS - TRIER - BERNKASTEL - RUEDESHEIM
- KOBLENZ - ZELL - MILTENBERG - WUERZBURG - BAMBERG - NUREMBERG - PRAGUE
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Join us on a sensational tour along
the Main and Rhine rivers, aboard the exquisite 5-star deluxe MS
AMADANTE or MS AMACELLO ,the newest 5-star cruise ships on the European waterways.
From our luxury liner, behold the spectacular shores, lined with jterraced
vineyards, picturesque villages and history ladden towns. Spend the entire
morning exploring on shore, before continuing to cruise around noon.Refresh
in your comfortable cabin, then treat yourself to a delectable buffet lunch
in the Panoramic Restaurant. In the afternoon relax on the Sun Deck, sipping
your favorit drink, and let the world float by. At dinner, the chef will
always surprise you with a gourmet meal selection and the right choice
of wine. After dinner pre-arranged activities will take place in town.
You travel in style !
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ITINERARY
| Day 1 : |
FLIGHT USA - PARIS |
| Board your overnight flight to Paris
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(in-flight meals) |
| Day 2 : |
PARIS |
| Arrive in Paris and transfer to your hotel. Start exploring
the city during the balance of the day.
(in-flight meals) |
| Day 3 : |
PARIS |
| This morning’s guided sightseeing will take you to marvelous
Notre Dame. You will also see the unique Louvre Museum, the commemorative
Arc de Triomphe, Opera, Madeleine, Champs Elysees and much more. The remainder
of the day is yours to explore the many museums, galleries and other attractions
that the city has to offer.
(B) |
| Day 4 : |
PARIS |
| Enjoy a full free day to explore the amazing City of Light,
where romance fills the air. Stroll along the Champs Elysees, the boutique-lined
boulevard, or visit the top of the Eiffel Tower, built for the World’s
Fair in 1889. Sip coffee or taste some French wines in the buzzing Latin
Quarter, or chat with one of the many artists along the banks of the Seine
River. Paris at night offers unlimited possibilities for everybody’s taste.
(B) |
| Day 5 : |
PARIS - TRIER (CRUISE
EMBARKATION) |
| Enjoy some more free time in Paris this morning. After
lunch drive from Paris through the scenic French countryside to Trier,
Germany’s oldest city, and board your deluxe river cruise ship. Explore
charming Trier with its Roman monuments, imperial baths, Porta Nigra gate
and amphitheater and perhaps taste the famous Moselle wines. Tonight gather
on board for a Gala Welcome Dinner. The ship will moor overnight in Trier.
(B-D) |
| Day 6 : |
BERNKASTEL - ZELL |
| This morning enjoy stunning views as you cruise through
the fascinating Moselle Valley to the charming village of Bernkastel. Strategically
located in the middle of the Moselle wine-producing region, Bernkastel
boasts over 500 years of documented wine history. Take a guided walking
tour through the old town center with its many medieval and Renaissance
buildings, before continuing on to Zell, a delightful town famous for its
wine "Zellar Schwarze Katz." Before dinner a charming dance group will
perform on board. Tonight’s festive Zell celebration with wine tasting
and local musicians will be a truly memorable evening.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 7 : |
COHEM - KOBLENZ |
| The ship departs very early through scenic wine-growing
areas down the winding Moselle River to magnificent Cochem. Here, a guided
morning tour will take you to hilltop Reichsburg Castle, which offers fascinating
views of the river valley. There is free time to shop in town before departing
for Coblenz at lunchtime. Bid farewell to the Moselle as you arrive in
Coblenz at the confluence of the Rhine River. Late afternoon, enjoy a guided
walking tour of this historic hub of trade. After dinner, join your cruise
manager for an evening outing in Coblenz.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 8 : |
RUEDESHEIM |
| This morning, be on deck to see the most beautiful and
famous part of the Rhine River. See castle after castle and the infamous
Lorelei Rock. Today’s scenic cruise takes you to the little wine village
of Rüdesheim. Tour the town and visit the unique Siegfried’s Mechanical
Musical Instrument Museum. Return to the ship via the Drosselgasse, a narrow
alley lined with wine taverns and restaurants. An overnight cruise takes
you past Frankfurt, into the Main River. (B-L-D) |
| Day 9 : |
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 your
coach takes you to charming Wertheim where you can browse the market square
before boarding the ship. For the rest of the day, cruise through the sunny
valleys of the meandering Main, which has always been the major lifeline
of this region. Tonight dress up for the Captain’s Dinner which is followed
by the fascinating Crew Show.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 10 : |
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. Your
afternoon cruise takes you past charming Volkach and through the Franconian
wine region on an overnight cruise to Bamberg After dinner, join your fellow
travelers in the lounge to listen to a medieval musical performance.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 11 : |
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 that straddles
the river, and the city’s serpentine streets with charming houses and 18th-century
mansions. From here your coach 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 12: |
NUREMBERG - PRAGUE
(DISEMBARK) |
| Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Prague and check
into your hotel. Free afternoon to explore the "Golden City" on your own.
(B) |
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| Day 13: |
PRAGUE |
| Morning sightseeing reveals why Prague is considered one
of Europe’s most attractive cities. See thousand-year-old Hradcany Castle,
the Old Town, the Jewish ghetto and many other major sights. The afternoon
and evening are free to mix with the locals at Wenceslaus Square, shop
for souvenirs or enjoy one of the charming cafes or restaurants.
(B) |
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| Day 14: |
PRAGUE - USA |
| Your memorable vacation comes to an end as you transfer
to the airport for the flight home.
(B, in-flight meals) |
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(B - breakfast, L - lunch, D - dinner) |
INCLUDED
IN THE TOUR
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Deluxe cruise accommodation in outside cabin 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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Daily sightseeing programs as detailed in the itinerary
including: Paris City tour, Trier City tour, Bernkastel Walking tour, Cochem
City tour, Coblenz Walking tour, Rudesheim Music Museum and wine tasting,
Miltenberg Walking tour, Wuerzburg City tour and visit to Residenz, Bamberg
City tour, Nuremberg City tour, Prague City tour
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Special highlights including folklore performances,
“Frühschoppen? wine tasting, lectures, theme dinners, local activities
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Services of an 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, Physician, Beauty Salon, Massage, Fun Pool,
Lido Bar, Souvenir Shop and Club Lounge
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Hotels: Paris Mercure Par Eiffel Suffren (F), Paris
(May 27-30) Novotel Paris Tour Eiffel (D), Prague Mercure Prague Centre
(F)
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Three nights hotel accommodation in Paris including
buffet breakfast daily (BB)
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Two nights hotel accommodation in Prague including
buffet breakfast daily (BB)
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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 133 in 2010
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TOUR PRICES & DEPARTURE DATES:
| 2010 SAILINGS |
| USA Departure Date |
Cruise Ship |
Return Date |
Price |
| May 13 to PRAGUE |
MS AMADANTE |
May 26 from PAR |
$ 3,649 |
| May 19 to PARIS |
MS AMADANTE |
Jun 01 from PRAGUE |
$ 3,649 N/A |
| Jun 24 to PRAGUE |
MS AMADANTE |
Jul 07 from PARIS |
$ 3,549 |
| Jun 30 to PARIS |
MS AMADANTE |
Jul 13 from PRAGUE |
$ 3,549 N/A |
| Jul 16 to PRAGUE |
MS AMACELLO |
Jul 29 from PARIS |
$ 3,549 |
| Jul 22 to PARIS |
MS AMACELLO |
Aug 04 from PRAGUE |
$ 3,549 |
| Aug 05 to Prague |
MS AMADANTE |
Aug 18 from PARIS |
$ 3,549 |
| Aug 11 to PARIS |
MS AMADANTE |
Aug 24 from PRAGUE |
$ 3,549 N/A |
| Aug 27 to PRAGUE |
MS AMACELLO |
Sep 09 from PARIS |
$ 3,749 |
| Sep 02 to PARIS |
MS AMACELLO |
Sep 15 from PRAGUE |
$ 3,849 |
| Sep 16 to PRAGUE |
MS AMADANTE |
Sep 29from PARIS |
$ 3,849 |
| Sep 22 to PARIS |
MS AMADANTE |
Oct 05 from PRAGUE |
$ 3,849 N/A |
| Oct 28 to PRAGUE |
MS AMACELLO |
Nov 10 from PARIS |
$ 3,449 |
| Nov 03 to PARIS |
MS AMADANTE |
Nov 16 from PRAGUE |
$ 3,249 |
| Single Supplement |
$ 1,700 |
| CABIN UPGRADES PER PERSON |
| E |
Base Price |
| D |
+ $ 169 |
| C |
+ $ 499 |
| B |
+ $ 699 |
| A |
+ $ 799 |
| Suite |
+ $ 1,699 |
| Round-trip airfare is available from New York from $ 950.00. For other cities please contact UET. |
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The
AMA-WATERWAYS deluxe vessels 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 Gourmet Restaurant
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Fitness Center
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Beauty Salon including manicure & pedicure
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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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Walking track
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