EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT
5%
Discount if you Book between 1st and 15th May
and Pay in Full by 15th May 2008
SPECIAL PROMOTION
Valid for new bookings only
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Cruise
the MS Amadouro - Discovering Portugal & Spain
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Start
in Lisbon on 26 August and 7 nights Douro cruise from
Porto to Porto from 30 Aug - 06 Sep 2008
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Cat:
A
$1,564 per person +
$410 upgrade to Cat A +
$97 port charges =
$2,109 per person in double
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Cat:
B
$1,564 per person +
$335 upgrade to Cat B +
$97 port charges =
$2,034 per person in double
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Cat:
C
$1,564 per person +
$149 upgrade to Cat C +
$97 port charges =
$1,848 per person in double
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Cat:
D
$1,564 per person +
$97 port charges =
$1,699 per person in double
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3
Nights Lisbon program from 27 - 30 august 2008 ,additional
cost -
$655per person in double |
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here to make a Reservation or request a Quote
| 2008 & 2009 Departures and Prices Per
Person in Australian Dollars |
| Ship |
Cruise
Departure |
Cruise
Only |
Cruise &
Land |
|
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14
May 2008 |
$2,339 |
$2,871 |
|
|
04
June 2008 |
$2,339
|
$2,871 |
|
|
27
August 2008 |
$2,339
|
$2,871 |
|
|
03
September 2008 |
$2,339
|
$2,871 |
|
|
01
October 2008 |
$2,339
|
$2,871 |
| 2009 Cruise |
|
|
06
May 2009 |
$2,446
|
$3,031 |
|
13
May 2009 |
$2,446 |
$3,031 |
|
03
June 2009 |
$2,499 |
$3,084 |
|
10
June 2009 |
$2,499 |
$3,084 |
|
01
July 2009 |
$2,499 |
$3,084 |
|
26
August 2009 |
$2,499 |
$3,084 |
|
02
September 2009 |
$2,499 |
$3,084 |
|
09
September 2009 |
$2,499 |
$3,084 |
|
30
September 2009 |
$2,499 |
$3,084 |
|
07
October 2009 |
$2,499 |
$3,084 |
The
above rates are per person based on double occupancy in
Cat.D.
To upgarde for higher Category add per person
Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of Twin price.
Single Supplement for Land:
$383 for 2008 /
$399 for 2009
Port charges of
$97 per person for 2008 /
$104 per person for 2008
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Rates,
additional charges and conditions are subject to change,
and to
currency fluctuation, without notice - Errors and Omissions
Excepted 010208CM
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here to make a Reservation or request a Quote
| Cabin Upgrades per person in Australian Dollars |
| Category |
Amadouro
Deck |
Price |
| A |
Upper
Deck with Balcony |
$584 |
| B |
Upper
Deck with Balcony |
$478 |
| C |
Main
Deck with large picture window |
$212 |
NOTE: Prices
are per person in Category D in a deluxe outside stateroom
with window.
To upgrade to a higher Category, add per person:
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Cruising Portugal and Spain River Cruise
Spend
3 nights in Lisbon, then enjoy a 7-night cruise through the Douro
River Valley
11 Days • Fly to Lisbon & return from Porto

ITINERARY
Day 1 Lisbon
Portugal - (Wed)
Upon arrival in Lisbon, you will be transferred to your hotel.
The remainder of the day and evening is free to explore on your
own.
Day 2 Lisbon Portugal -
(Thur)
Lisbon, one of Europe’s most beautiful cities, lies on several
hills along the River Tagus. Take a city tour of Old Town and visit
the spectacular 16th century Jerónimos Monastery. The rest
of the afternoon is free for you to explore the city. Perhaps see
the Castle of São Jorge, Lisbon’s state of the art
Oceanarium, or the famous Santa Justa Elevator that oversees the
Castle of São Jorge, the river, and the famous Rossio Square.
(B)
Day 3 Lisbon
- Cascais & Sintra (Fri)
Enjoy an afternoon excursion along the coast to Cascais and Estoril.
Cascais, a former fishing village, was Portugal’s Royal Family
resort until the early 19th century and is one of its wealthiest
municipals. Continue on to Serra de Sintra, which is one of the
most delightful mountain villages in Portugal. High up on a rocky
peak sits the Castelo da Pena, which is a wonderful example of
Portuguese architecture from the Romantic Period. See this fairy
tale castle, then take a guided tour of this picturesque city and
experience firsthand the bewitching beauty that inspired poets
such as Lord Byron. (B)
Day 4 Lisbon
- Coimbra - Porto - (Sat)
Leave Lisbon this morning and drive north through Portugal’s
countryside towards Porto. Stop along the way to spend several
hours in the historic city of Coimbra. Not only were six Portuguese
kings born here, but it also has one of the oldest universities
in the world, which was founded August 13, 1290. Explore the city
at your leisure, then continue on to Porto where your ship awaits
you. Relax or explore the city on your own before gathering onboard
for a Welcome Cocktail. (B, D)
Day 5 Regua
- Casa de Mateus - Pinhão. - (Sun)
After lunch, arrive in Régua and drive to Palacio de Mateus.
The palace and gardens of Mateus are located in the beautiful region
of Trás-os-Montes just outside the city of Vila Real. After
your tour, rejoin the ship in Pinhão. Tonight, enjoy a gourmet
meal at the esteemed Vintage House Hotel which lies on the very
edge of the river surrounded by the world’s oldest distinguished
wine region. The ship moors overnight in Pinhão. (B,L,D)
Day 6 Pinhão
- Barca d’ Alva - (Mon)
Spend your morning at your leisure to explore the city on your
own, and perhaps see the railway station that is beautifully inlayed
with panels of Azulejos. Before lunch, visit the Vintage House
Hotel for a Port wine lecture and wine tasting. Return to the ship
and sail to Vega de Terrón. The ship moors overnight in
Barca d’Alva. (B,L,D)
Day 7 Salamanca,
Spain – Vega de Terrón, Portugal - (Tues)
Drive to Salamanca for a full day tour. Salamanca is a UNESCO World
Heritage Site, located at the center of the "Castilla y León" region
of Spain. During a guided city tour, see the University buildings,
the 12th century Romanesque church of San Martin and the House
of Shells. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant for some deliciously
authentic Spanish cuisine. There will be some time to explore the
city on your own before returning to the ship. Perhaps visit the
locals “living room,” otherwise known as the Plaza
Mayor or stop by a café for a drink and some Tapas. Tonight,
enjoy a flamenco show by four traditional female dancers performing
to an array of popular Spanish songs. The ship moors overnight
in Vega de Terrón. (B,L,D)
Day 8 Vega
de Terrón – Pinhão - (Wed)
After breakfast, tour Figueira de Castelo Rodrigo, a small fortified
village perched high on a hilltop. See 16th century walls and walk
down very narrow and steep medieval streets and the Chafariz dos
Pretos, a strikingly unique fountain decorated in black faces which
stoically sits in the market square. Return to the ship for lunch
to sail to Pinhão. Onboard this evening, enjoy a show by
a folklore Portuguese troupe. (B,L,D)
Day 9 Lamego – Bitetos.
- (Thurs)
Spend a leisure morning soaking up the beauty of the Duoro
River as you sail to Regua. Then, drive to Lamego for a city tour.
Ancient and picturesque,
Lamego houses one of the most important places of pilgrimage in Portugal, the
Nossa Senhora dos Remédios (Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies). The remainder
of the morning is yours to explore the town on your own to visit the gothic Cathedral
or the town’s museum. You may also want to visit one of the cafés
to sample a “bola de Lamego” (bread filled with smoked ham), regional
cakes or treat yourself to a glass of Raposeira, Lamego’s very well-known
sparkling wine. Return to the ship for lunch and sail to Bitetos. Tonight, appreciate
a traditional “home cooked” meal at the 14th century Alpendurada
Monastery. Before dinner, savor a glass of Port wine and a breathtaking view
of the river valley from the Monastery’s terrace. The ship moors overnight
in Bitetos. (B,L,D)
Day
10 Porto.
- (Fri)
During your sightseeing city tour, you will see 16th
century arcaded buildings, Baroque churches and the magnificent
iron bridge built by French engineer Gustav Eiffel. Drive through
its elegant residential section along the Atlantic coast and explore
its Old City with steep medieval lanes and alleys. If you’re
looking for some modern culture, visit the Boavista area where
you’ll find the Casa da Musica and the museum of Modern art.
Tonight, say goodbye to your friends at the Farewell Cocktail.
(B,L,D)
Day 11 Porto.
- (Sat)
Your cruise comes to an end as you transfer to
the airport for your homebound flight. (B)
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Included
in your Amadeus Waterway Cruise
Start your
journey with Lisbon, one of Europe’s
most beautiful cities, which lies on several hills along the River
Tagus. Explore the banks of the Douro River Valley, beginning with
the capital of North Portugal, Porto, which also gives its name
to one of the finest wines in the world – the Port Wine.
Continue inland and on to the countryside of the Trás-os-Montes
Region where you will indulge yourself with the small picturesque
villages amidst the steep terraces that climb into the mountains.
Enter Spain and visit Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site,
located at the center of the “Castilla y León” region
before returning to Portugal. Visit the ancient and picturesque
city of Lamego, before concluding your vacation in historic Porto.
- 3-night hotel accommodation in Lisbon including daily breakfast
buffet
- 7-night deluxe cruise accommodation in an outside cabin
with hotel-style beds
- Welcome Cocktail,
Farewell Cocktail & Captain’s
Dinner
- Superb dining with all meals included while cruising
- Unlimited Quality Wine with every dinner onboard ship
- All-inclusive sightseeing programs as detailed in the itinerary
- Special Highlights
including lectures, theme dinners & onboard
music performances
- Services of Professional Cruise Director
- All English Language onboard 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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