EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT
5%
Discount if you Book between 1st and 20th May
and Pay in Full by 20th May 2008
2008 RATES
14 NIGHT CRUISE FROM AMSTERDAM - BUDAPEST
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| 2008 Departures and Prices Per Person
in Australian Dollars |
| Ship |
Start
Cruise |
Start
City |
Cruise
Only |
|
|
13 April |
Amsterdam |
$4,085 |
|
|
27 April |
Budapest |
$4,300 |
|
|
11 May |
Amsterdam |
$4,515 |
|
15 June |
Budapest |
$4,515 |
|
29 June |
Amsterdam |
$4,515 |
|
06 July |
Budapest |
$4,515 |
|
13
July |
Budapest |
$4,515 |
|
27
July |
Amsterdam |
$4,515 |
|
10
August |
Budapest |
$4,515 |
|
24
August |
Amsterdam |
$4,515 |
|
07
September |
Budapest |
$4,623 |
|
20 September |
Budapest |
$4,623 |
|
21
September |
Amsterdam |
$4,623 |
|
05
October |
Budapest |
$4,623 |
|
12 October |
Amsterdam |
$4,515 |
|
26 October |
Budapest |
$4,085 |
|
09 November |
Amsterdam |
$3,655 |
|
*21 December |
Budapest |
$3,655 |
|
*27 December |
Budapest |
$3,547 |
|
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
$196 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 140307CM
|
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Cabin Upgrades per person in Australian Dollars
Amadagio
Deck | Amadante
Deck | Amacello Deck |
| Category |
Stateroom |
Price |
| D |
Piano
Deck - Window |
$213 |
| C |
Cello
Deck - French Balcony |
$858
|
| B |
Cello
Deck - French Balcony |
$1,073 |
| A |
Violin
Deck - French Balcony |
$1,288
|
| S |
Violin
Deck - French Balcony |
$2,794 |
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
- Mainz - (Wed)
Today, sail through the
fascinating Rhine Gorge, passing castle after castle and also cruising
past the infamous Lorelei Rock. After lunch, arrive in Mainz for
a guided walking tour of this beautiful town. You may also choose
an optional excursion to nearby Heidelberg. Mainz offers very good
shopping opportunities. Free time to explore, 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)
After a morning filled with beautiful Main River scenery, you’ll
be romanced by Würzburg. Surrounded by sloping hills covered
with vineyards, the city is the capital of Lower Franconia, a center
of wine and trade. During your tour, see the major sights including
the magnificent Residential Palace. Your afternoon cruise takes
you past charming Volkach and through the Franconian wine region.
After dinner, join your fellow travelers in the lounge to listen
to a medieval music performance. Cruise overnight to Bamberg. (B,L,D)
Day 7 Bamberg - (Sat)
This morning, enter the Main-Danube Canal at enchanting Bamberg,
which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993. Disembark
for a guided tour of this medieval gem, with its uniquely intact
townscape. Marvel at the Old Town Hall, which straddles the river,
and the city’s serpentine streets with charming houses and
18th century mansions. From here, travel through the picturesque
countryside to rejoin your ship. Continue along the Main-Danube
Canal to ancient Nuremberg, capital of Franconia. (B,L,D)
Day 8 Nuremberg
- Reidenburg - (Sun)
Enjoy a guided morning tour of the historic city of Nuremberg with
its fabulous Gothic churches and elegant patrician houses. 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. Then start descending
through stair- step locks the Bavarian town of Riedenburg. After
dinner, you may want to take a stroll into town and relax at a local
beer garden. (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
- Krems (Wed)
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. Marvel
at the blue Baroque Stiftskirche. Above town you’ll spot the
ruins of the castle where Richard the Lionheart, the King of England,
was imprisoned in 1192. Your walking tour through cobblestone streets
reveals quaint 16th century town houses and taverns. Continue through
the lovely Wachau Valley, dotted with castles and little riverside
towns. Tonight, dress up for the Captain’s Dinner. (B,L,D)
Day 12
Krems - Vienna - (Thu)
A guided sightseeing tour includes Hofburg Palace, the Vienna Opera
House, Ringstrasse and St. Stephen's Cathedral. 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 come along for an optional Mozart and Strauss
concert. (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)
Free morning 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 for your
onward flight. Extra nights are available if you wish to extend
your stay in Budapest. (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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