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Amadeus Waterways - 2008 Christmas Woderland Cruise

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EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT
5% Discount if you Book between 1st and 20th May and Pay in Full by 20th May 2008

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2008 RATES
3 nights in Paris 7 nights cruise from Trier - Amsterdam

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2008 Departures and Prices Per Person in   Australian Dollars
Ship
Start
Cruise
Start
City
Cruise
Cost
Cruise
+ Land
Amadagio
23 November
Amsterdam
$1,827
$2,472
Amadagio
27 November
Paris
$1,827
$2,472
Amadagio
07 December
Amsterdam
$1,827
$2,472
Amadagio 11 December Paris $1,827 $2,472
Amadagio 21 December Amsterdam $1,827 $2,472
Amadagio *24 December Paris $1,827 $2,687

Please Note:* Due to holiday schedule, spend 4 nights in Paris instead of 3 nights
* Most Christmas Markets are close on December 23

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The above rates are per person in Cat. E in a Deluxe outside stateroomwith window .
To upgrade to a higher Category, add per person
Single price: 50% of Twin price
Junior Suites: 100% of Twin price
Single Supplement for Land: $387 per person
Port charges of $98 per person

NOTE: Children pay the same as adults. Children under 18 years have to share the cabins with an adult 18 and plus, Cabins only holds 2 passengers

Rates, additional charges and conditions are subject to change, and to
currency fluctuation, without notice - Errors and Omissions Excepted
150307CM

2008 Cabin Upgrades per person in  Australian Dollars
Amadagio Deck
Category Stateroom Cabin Price
D Piano Deck Window
$106
C Cello Deck French Balcony
$429
B Cello Deck French Balcony
$537
A Violin deck French Balcony
$644
S Violin Deck French Balcony $1,397
NOTE: Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking.
The choices are: Choice A: Two twin beds
Choice B: One large bed (larger than queen size)

Christmas Wonderland Cruise Map

ITINERARY

Day 1    Paris
Arrive in paris

Day 2    Paris
Take the balance of the day to relax or explore the "City of Lights."

Day 3    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   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  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    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 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  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  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  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  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  DEPART AMSTERDAM.
Your magical Christmas Wonderland vacation ends today as you transfer to the airport for your homebound flight. (B)

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