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Amadeus Waterways - 2009 Christmas Time 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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2009 RATES
2 nights in Pargue and 7 nights cruise from Nuremberg - Budapest

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2009 Departures and Prices Per Person in   Australian Dollars
Ship
Start
Cruise
Start
City
Cruise
Cost
Cruise
+ Land
Amalyra
21 November
Prague
$2,042
$2,515
Amadante
23 November
Budapest
$2,042
$2,515
Amadante
28 November
Prague
$2,042
$2,515
Amalyra 30 November Budapest $2,042 $2,515
Amalyra 05 December Prague $2,042 $2,515
Amadante 07 December Budapest $2,042 $2,515
Amadante 12 December Prague $2,042 $2,515
Amalyra 14 December Budapest $2,042 $2,515
Amalyra 19 December Prague $2,042 $2,515

Please Note:* 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
Port charges of $105 per person
Single Supplement for land $258per 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
010208CM

2009 Cabin Upgrades per person in  Australian Dollars
Amalyra Deck | Amadante Deck
Category Stateroom Cabin Price
D Piano Deck Window
$160
C Cello Deck French Balcony
$483
B Cello Deck French Balcony
$644
A Violin deck French Balcony
$752
S Violin Deck French Balcony $1,612
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 Time Cruise Map


ITINERARY

Day 1    Prague, Czech Republic
Arrive in Prague and transfer to your hotel. The balance of the day is free to start exploring this beautiful city.

Day 2    Prague
This morning's sightseeing reveals why Prague is considered one of Europe's most attractive cities. Visit the thousand- year- old Hradcany Castle courtyard, St. Vitus and Golden Lane, then walk through the Jewish quarter to the Old Market Square. The balance of the day is free to wander through the Christmas markets with their tempting assortment of handicrafts, toys, wood carvings, and ornaments. Mix with the locals at Wenceslas Square, or enjoy yourself in one of the charming cafés or restaurants. (B)

Day 3    Prague / Nurember, Germany
This morning, depart Prague after breakfast, drive through the pastoral countryside to Nuremberg, the capital of Franconia. Tonight, gather on board your ship for a Welcome Dinner. The ship will moor overnight in Nuremberg.
(B)

Day 4    Nuremberg - Continental Divide - Reidenburg
E njoy 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.After your tour, visit the world's largest Christmas Market, where over 100 red and white canvas- topped booths offer an assortment of unique children's toys, tinsel angels, dolls, dollhouses,
gingerbread and the list goes on. At lunchtime rejoin the ship further along the Main- Danube Canal and continue to the highest point of your cruise - 1,332 feet above sea level - before descending through stair- step locks to stop in the Bavarian town of Riedenburg. (B, L, D)

Day 5    Regensburg
Arrive in medieval Regensburg. A tour will show you the city's highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Pretoria - gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. Then, visit the Old Kornmarkt Christmas market and shop at festive stalls adorned with fir branches. Or you can decide to visit the "royal" Christmas markets at the Thurn and Taxis Palace, a very traditional handicraft Christmas market, with craftsmen making the goods in front of you. This
evening, enjoy a folklore performance on board. (B, L, D)

Day 6    Passau - Linz, Austria
After breakfast, arrive in picturesque Passau, where the rivers Inn and Ilz join the Danube. During your walking tour, gaze at this fairy- tale city founded more than 2,000 years ago. Or take an optional full day tour to Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart and location of the Sound of Music. See the major sights including a visit to Mozart’s birth house. Join in the merriment at the beautiful Christmas Markets, renowned for local handicrafts and unusual holiday presents. For those staying on board, enjoy a scenic cruise from Passau into Austria and on to Linz. After
dinner, take a walk through this delightful town, Austria's third largest city and a major river port. (B, L, D)

Day 7    Melk - Vienna
Cruise through the narrow Strudengau and reach the Wachau Valley early this morning. A tour takes you to Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey. At lunchtime, continue through the romantic Wachau Valley. Late this afternoon arrive in Vienna, the "City of Music." Tonight return to the Christmas market, or come along for an optional Mozart and Strauss concert (B, L, D)

Day 8    Vienna
A sightseeing tour includes Hofburg Palace, the Vienna Opera House, Ringstrasse, St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Christmas markets at the Town Hall. Your afternoon is free to stroll along Kärntnerstrasse, sample Vienna's famous pastries or visit a museum. (B, L, D)

Day 9   Budapest, Hungary
This morning, cruise around the Danube Bend past beautiful towns nestled on the curve of the river bank, arriving in Budapest in time for lunch onboard. Your Budapest sightseeing includes Buda and Pest. From historic Buda Castle, a splendid view of the twin cities of Buda and Pest spread over both banks of the River. Your tour also features the distinctive Fisherman's Bastion, the marvelous Royal Palace, St. Stephen's Basilica, and much more. Tonight
enjoy a Gala Farewell Dinner. (B, L, D)

Day 10   Budapest
Your fascinating cruise comes to an end as you transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Extra night are vailable if you wish to extend your stay in Budapest.(B)

NOTE:
Itineraries for Dec 20, Dec 22, Dec 27 and Dec 29departures will differ from the above day-by-day itinerary.
At the time of printing of this brochure, many eventsduring the Christmas and New Year 2007/2008 are still in a
planning stage.

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Included in your Amadeus Waterway Cruise

  • 2 nights hotel accommodation in Prague including Buffet Breakfast
  • Transfer from the Hotel in Praque to Nuremberg .
  • 7 nights 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 while cruising.
  • Unlimited Quality Red & White Wines from Europe's great Wine Regions with every Dinner on board the Ship
  • Cocktail Reception and 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 after- noon & evening Piano Music
  • Use of Amalegro/ Amadagio Bicycles to explore
  • Services of Professional Cruise Director
  • All English language on board in a non-smoking environment (smoking only on the Sun Deck).
  • All local taxes

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