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Amadeus Waterways - 2009 Magnificent Europe 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
14 NIGHT CRUISE FROM AMSTERDAM - BUDAPEST

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2009 Departures and Prices Per Person in Australian Dollars
Ship Start
Cruise
Start
City
Cruise
Only
02 May Amsterdam $4,838
16 May Budapest $4,784
27 June Amsterdam $4,838
11 July Budapest $4,784
22 August Amsterdam $5,053
17 October Amsterdam $4,730
31 October Budapest $4,515
21 December Budapest $3,977
Amalyra
28 December Budapest $3,870

The above rates are per person in Cat. E in a Deluxe outside Stateromm with window
To upgrade to higher Category, add per person
Single price: 50% of Twin price.
Junior Suite: 100% of Twin price
Port charge of $211 per person are not included.

NOTE:* Itierary slightly modified due to Holiday

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

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Rates, additional charges and conditions are subject to change, and to
currency fluctuation, without notice - Errors and Omissions Excepted
310108CM

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Cabin Upgrades per person in Australian Dollars
Amalegro Deck | Amadante Deck
Category Stateroom Price
D Piano Deck - Window
$320
C Cello Deck - French Balcony
$966
B Cello Deck - French Balcony
$1,288
A Violin Deck - French Balcony
$1,503
S Violin Deck - French Balcony $4,835
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)

Magnificent Europe River Cruise Map


ITINERARY

Day 1    Arrive in Amsterdam, Holland - (Sun)
Arrive in charming Amsterdam. Your luxurious river cruise ship is moored near the city center. Meet your fellow travelers tonight at the Welcome Cocktail Reception. (D)

Day 2    Amsterdam - (Mon)
After breakfast, admire beautiful 17th century homes, charming churches and 16th century merchant houses on a guided canal boat tour. Enjoy an afternoon information briefing as you cruise towards Germany. Tonight you'll be a guest at the Captain's Gala Welcome Dinner. (B, L, D)

Day 3     Cologne, Germany-Koblenz - (Tue)
Early riser cruise through fashionable Düsseldorf, before arriving in Cologne for a guided morning walking tour through the old part of the city and a visit to the fabled 13th century Gothic cathedral. At lunchtime continue to 2000-
year old Koblenz, located at the confluence of the Rhine and the Mosel rivers. Take an after dinner walk through this charming town. (B, L, D)

Day 4    Koblenz - RÜDESHEIM.
Today, sail through the fascinating Rhine Gorge, passing castle after castle and the infamous Lorelei Rock. After lunch, arrive in Rüdesheim and visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Explore the Drosselgasse, a narrow alley lined with wine taverns and restaurants during your free time before the ships sails late this afternoon. (B,L,D)

Day 5     Miltenberg-Wertheim - (Thu)
Arrive in Miltenberg and disembark for a morning walking tour of this delightful old Franconian town with its narrow cobblestone streets and gabled, half- timbered houses. At noon, continue cruising to charming Wertheim where you can watch an amusing glass- blowing performance. Leisurely browse in the market square before re- boarding your ship for an overnight cruise to Würzburg. (B, L, D)

Day 6    Würzburg - (Fri)
During your guided tour, see the major sights including the magnificent Residenz Palace. This
afternoon explore Würzburg on your own, or take an optional tour along the Romantic Road to medieval Rothenburg.
Late this afternoon cruise to Bamberg. (B,L,D)

Day 7    Bamberg - (Sat)
In the afternoon, enter the Main-Danube Canal in enchanting Bamberg, which was declared a
UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993. Disembark for a guided tour of this medieval gem. There is free time before
you continue your cruise this evening to ancient Nuremberg, capital of Franconia. (B,L,D)

Day 8    Nuremberg - (Sun)
Today, decide to either tour medieval Nuremberg and see the storybook 900-year old
ramparts that surround this historic city and the Imperial Castle, or join the “modern tour” of the city’s role in the 20th- century, see the Zeppelin field and the Justice Palace where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946. 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, where you cross Europe's Continental Divide. (B,L,D)

Day 9 Regensburg - (Mon)
A guided morning tour will show you the city's architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Pretoria - gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. The afternoon is free to shop or relax along the Danube. In the evening, enjoy folklore music on board. (B, L, D)

Day 10    Passau-Linz, Austria - (Tue)
After breakfast, arrive in picturesque Passau for a walking tour. Or take an optional full day tour to Salzburg and its popular Sound of Music sights. Those staying on board can enjoy a scenic journey to Austria. (B, L, D)

Day 11   Melk-Dürnstein - WEISSENKIRCHEN.
Cruise through the narrow Strudengau and reach the Wachau Valley this morning. A guided tour takes you to Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe's largest baroque monasteries. From here, continue on a short cruise to Dürnstein, for a walking tour through cobblestone streets that reveal quaint 16th-century town houses and taverns. Continue through the lovely Wachau Valley, dotted with castles, to the town of Weissenkirchen, for some wine tasting tonight. (B,L,D)

Day 12 Vienna - (Thu)
During a guided sightseeing tour you will see the Hofburg Palace, the Vienna Opera House, the
Ringstrasse, St. Stephen's Cathedral and visit the National Library. Enjoy a free afternoon to stroll along the main
shopping street, Kärntnerstrasse, or sample some of Vienna's famous pastries. Tonight, explore the vibrant Austrian
capital on your own, or join an optional evening concert. The ship moors overnight. (B,L,D)

Day 13    Vienna - Bratislava, Slovakia - (Fri)
Spend another morning in Vienna, perhaps join an optional tour to the Imperial Schönbrunn Palace. In the afternoon, a walking tour of Bratislava reveals the city's major sights, including the Old Town Hall, Mirbach Palace and Gothic St. Martin's Cathedral. The rest of the afternoon is free to shop or explore on your own, followed by an evening music performance on board. (B, L, D)

Day 14    Budapest, Hungary - (Sat)
Your morning is free for last minute shopping. After lunch, your sightseeing tour
takes you to historic Buda Castle from where you can enjoy 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 Royal Palace,
St. Stephen's Basilica and much more. Tonight enjoy a Gala Farewell Dinner with Gypsy music. (B,L,D)

Day 15    Budapest - (Sun)
Your cruise comes to an end as you transfer to the airport. (B)

Included in your Amadeus Waterway Cruise

A magnificent cruise indeed as you follow the route of emperors and kings on your exciting journey along three great rivers through five fascinating countries! Marvel at the engineering wonders of the Main-Danube Canal as you traverse Europe's Continental Divide by ship. Discover the culture and traditions of grand old capitals like Bratislava, Vienna and Budapest. Visit perfectly preserved medieval towns and cruise through Europe’s loveliest country-side with fairytale castles and sample the finest wine and local gourmet cuisine.

  • Fourteen 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 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

The dress code is country club casual: two nights are more dressy (smart casual), the Captain's Welcome Dinner and the Farewell party is smart casual. The ladies usually wear a nice dress, skirt, blouse or even a pant suit,and the gentlemen a coat with or without a tie or slacks and a dress shirt. You will be on vacation so please be as comfortable as possible. For breakfast and lunch passengers can even wear shorts. At dinner - gentemen can wear denim jeans (no shorts, please).

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