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PARIS - AMSTERDAM 2009

Day Destination Activities
1   Overnight flight to Paris
2 Paris Transfer to hotel
3 Paris City tour
4 Paris Optional tours available
5 Paris Coach to Luxembourg
  Luxembourg City tour
  Trier EMBARKATION
    Visit Christmas Markets*
    Welcome Cocktails
    Welcome Dinner
6 Trier City tour
  Bernkastel Walking tour
7 Cochem Tour Reichsburg Castle
8 Mainz City tour
  Frankfurt City tour
    Visit Christmas Market*
9 Koblenz City walk
    Cologne Visit Christmas Market*
10 Cologne City tour
    Cathedral visit
  Düsseldorf  Walking tour
    Visit Christmas Market*
11 Amsterdam City tour
    Canal boat tour
12 Amsterdam DISEMBARKATION
Nautical schedules are subject to water levels, cruising conditions & subject to change without notice
Most Christmas markets are open Nov. 19 - Dec. 23



Day 1, Wed. DEPART USA.
Board your overnight flight to France.

Day 2, Thu. ARRIVE IN PARIS, FRANCE.
Take the balance of the day to relax or explore the "City of Lights."

Day 3, Fri. PARIS.
See the most famous sights of Paris on this morning's tour: Visit Notre Dame Cathedral, pass the renowned Louvre Museum, the commemorative Arc de Triomphe, Opéra, Madeleine, Champs Elysées 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, Sat. PARIS.
Enjoy a full free day to explore the most romantic city in the world. Stroll through the Jardin de Tuilleries, gaze at impressionist masterpieces at Musée D'Orsay, or visit the top of the Eiffel Tower, built for the 1889 World's Fair. Paris at night sparkles with possibilities for every taste. (B)

Day 5, Sun. PARIS - LUXEMBOURG, TRIER, GERMANY.
This morning, drive through the French countryside of Champagne to Luxembourg, one of the last independent duchies which once made up western and central Europe. In today’s international politics and banking, the Grand Duchy’s role still plays an important role. There is free time for lunch and a guided city tour before continuing to Trier and boarding the ship. Explore the town’s Christmas markets before gathering on board for a Welcome Dinner. (B,D)

Day 6, Mon. TRIER-BERNKASTEL.
This morning, enjoy a tour of Germany's oldest city, Trier, which has been the home to six Roman emperors. After lunch, arrive in Bernkastel for a city tour. Situated in the heart of the Mosel wine region, this medieval village has been called the "international town of vine and wine." (B,L,D)

Day 7, Tue. COCHEM - BOPPARD.
This morning, take the included excursion to Cochem, where a guided tour of the hilltop Reichsburg Castle offers stunning views of the river valley. This afternoon, we cruise to Boppard where the evening is free for you to explore. (B,L,D)

Day 8, Wed. MAINZ - FRANKFURT.
Today, you decide: either disembark for a trip to Mainz & Frankfurt or travel by motorcoach to Heidelberg, Germany's oldest university town, where you will visit the red-walled castle, enjoy gorgeous views of the Neckar valley below, and see the Great Vat, a 49,000-gallon 8th-century wine cask. Later this afternoon, return to Frankfurt, where the remainder of the day is free for you to explore. If you choose Mainz & Frankfurt, you begin with in Mainz; your guided walking tour of this beautiful town will include the famous Gutenberg Museum, home of the world's first printed bible. Then onto Frankfurt by bus for a tour of the historic “Romer” center. The ship moors overnight in Frankfurt so, there is plenty of free time to enjoy the Christmas market. (B,L,D)

Day 9, Thu. KOBLENZ - COLOGNE.
Situated at the confluence of the Mosel and Rhine Rivers is picturesque Koblenz. This morning's walking tour will take you through its cozy lanes and alleyways where you'll see the many cultural monuments and historical buildings. After lunch, you’ll cruise on to Cologne where the evening is free to explore the Christmas markets. You will also be minutes away from Old Town, the perfect place to enjoy an after dinner Kölsch, Cologne’s local beer. (B,L,D)

Day 10, Fri. COLOGNE - DÜSSELDORF.
This morning's tour of Cologne includes a visit to the fabled 13th-century Gothic cathedral. During lunch, cruise on to Düsseldorf, where your afternoon tour will take you to Burgplatz with its Old Castle Tower, Markplatz and its Town Hall, and the sophisticated shopping on Kings Avenue. The remainder of the afternoon is yours to explore the Christmas markets, where you will find an assortment of unique children's toys, tinsel angels, dolls and gingerbread. We cruise overnight to Amsterdam. (B,L,D)

Day 11, Sat. AMSTERDAM.
This afternoon, enjoy a guided cruise through the city's historic canals. Your last evening is free to explore the 700 year-old European capital with its elegant and classic architecture, cafés, restaurants, lively marketplace and exciting nightlife. Perhaps, visit one of the city's renowned museums such as the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum or the Anne Frank House. (B,L,D)

Day 12, Sun. DEPART AMSTERDAM.
Your magical Christmas Wonderland vacation ends today as you transfer to the airport for your homebound flight. (B)
2009
USA Depart Start City Ship Name Cruise Cruise & Land Cruise, Land & Air*
Nov 18 Paris Amacello $1,899 $2,559 $3,059
Nov 28 Amsterdam Amacello $1,899 $2,559 $3,059
Dec 2 Paris Amacello $1,899 $2,559 $3,059
Dec 12 Amsterdam Amacello $1,899 $2,559 $3,059
Dec 16 Paris Amacello $1,899 $2,559 $3,059
Dec 26 Amsterdam Amacello $1,899 $2,559 $3,059

PORT CHARGES: $98 per person

Prices are per person in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom with window. To upgrade to a higher Category, add per person:

Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of twin price; Jr. Suites 100% of twin price.

Single supplement for Land: $360 per person.

Cat. Price
D $149
C $449
B $599
A $699
Jr. Suite $1,499

 

Paris: City tour
Luxembourg: City tour
Trier: City tour
Bernkastel: Walking tour
Cochem: Tour Reichsburg Castle
Mainz: Mainz + Frankfurt City tours OR Heidelberg Excursion
Koblenz: City walk
Cologne: City tour & Cathedral visit
Düsseldorf: Walking tour
Amsterdam: City tour & Canal Boat tour
  • 7-night Deluxe Cruise Accommodation in an Outside Stateroom - 82% of the Staterooms with large French Balconies
  • Infotainment System in all Staterooms with Internet, Movie and Music Library & English Language TV Stations
  • Terry Bathrobes and White-on-white plush Bedding in all Staterooms
  • Superb Dining with all Meals included during your Cruise
  • Unlimited Quality Red & White Wines from Europe's great Wine Regions with every Dinner on board the Ship
  • Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner
  • Daily Sightseeing Program as outlined in the Itinerary
  • Special Highlights including Folklore Dances, Lectures, Theme Dinners, on board Music Performances and afternoon & evening Piano Music
  • Use of Amadagio Bicycles to explore
  • Services of Professional Cruise Director
  • All English Language on board in a non-smoking Environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)
  • All Transfers with the Purchase of Cruise & Air package
  • All local Taxes
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