Paris to Prague River cruise

Rhine and Main Danube Canal cruise with stay in Paris and Prague

Paris - Luxembourg - Germany - Prague 
2010 - 2011

Detailed Itinerary 2010:
(Europe's Heartland cruise)

DAY 1, ARRIVE PARIS, FRANCE
Arrive in Paris and optional transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

DAY 2, PARIS
Enjoy Paris' famous sights during your morning's guided tour. Visit Notre Dame Cathedral, see the unique Louvre Museum, the commemorative L’Arc de Triomphe, Opéra, Madeleine, Les 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 3, PARIS
Enjoy a full free day to explore the amazing "City of Lights," where romance fills the air. Stroll along Les Champs Elysées, the boutique-lined boulevards, or visit the top of the Eiffel Tower, built for the World's Fair of 1889. Paris at night offers unlimited possibilities for every taste. (B)

DAY 4, PARIS - LUXEMBOURG – EMBARKATION - TRIER, GERMANY
Say "Au Revoir" to Paris as you drive through the scenic French countryside of Champagne to Luxembourg, one of the last independent duchies that made up western and central Europe. Today, the Grand Duchy is important because of its role in international politics and banking. Take a guided city tour before continuing to Trier to embark the ship. Tonight, gather onboard for a Welcome Dinner. (B,D)

DAY 5, BERNKASTEL – ZELL
After breakfast, arrive in the charming village of Bernkastel. Strategically located in the middle of the Mosel wine-producing region, Bernkastel boasts over 500 years of documented wine history. Take a guided walking tour through the old town center with its many medieval and Renaissance buildings, before continuing to Zell, famous for its wine "Zeller Schwarze Katz." (B,L,D)

DAY 6, COCHEM - KOBLENZ - RÜDESHEIM
Decide between a guided tour of hilltop Reichsburg Castle, which offers fascinating views of the river valley, then drive to Koblenz. Or cruise to Koblenz, which is situated at the confluence of the Mosel and Rhine rivers for a guided walking tour of the city. Enjoy scenic cruising during lunch, as you cruise along the most beautiful and famous part of the Rhine, seeing castle after castle and the legendary Lorelei Rock. Arrive in Rüdesheim and visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. In the evening, explore the Drosselgasse, a narrow alley lined with wine taverns and restaurants. The ship moors overnight in Rüdesheim. (B,L,D)

DAY 7, MAINZ - HEIDELBERG - FRANKFURT
Today, decide between two excursions: take a guided walking tour of beautiful Mainz and see the famous Gutenberg Museum, home of the world's first printed bible, then travel to Frankfurt by bus for a tour of the historic “Romer” center. 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,18th-century wine cask. Later this afternoon, return to Frankfurt, where the remainder of the day is free for you to explore. The ship moors overnight in Frankfurt. (B,L,D)

DAY 8, MILTENBERG - WERTHEIM
Arrive in Miltenberg and disembark for a guided morning walking tour of this old Franconian town, which reveals narrow cobblestone streets and gabled, half-timbered houses. Shop for souvenirs before continuing to charming Wertheim for an interesting glass-blowing performance. Then, there is free time to browse the market square before rejoing the ship. (B,L,D)

DAY 9, WÜRZBURG
Würzburg, "the Pearl of the Romantic Road," is the capital of Lower Franconia, and a center of wine and trade. Visit the major sights including the magnificent Residenz Palace. This afternoon, you can join an optional excursion to medieval Rothenburg, where a walking tour helps you appreciate its ramparts and towers, cobbled lanes and 16th-century houses. The remainder of the afternoon is yours to explore on your own before returning to the ship in Würzburg. (B,L,D)

DAY 10, BAMBERG
Enjoy a leisurely morning cruise before you 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, with its uniquely intact townscape. Marvel at the breathtaking cathedral, the Old Town Hall that straddles the river, and the city's serpentine streets with charming houses and 18th-century mansions. Late tonight, arrive in Nuremberg. (B,L,D)

DAY 11, NUREMBERG - PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
After breakfast, enjoy a guided morning tour of the historic city of Nuremberg with its fabulous Gothic churches and impressively elegant walls. You will have some free time to explore the town on your own before transferring to Prague. (B)

DAY 12, PRAGUE
This morning's sightseeing reveals why Prague is considered one of Europe's most attractive cities. Visit the 1,000-year-old Hradcany Castle courtyard and St. Vitus, then walk over the Charles Bridge to the Old Market Square. The evening is free to mix with the locals at Wenceslas Square, shop for souvenirs or enjoy one of the charming cafés or restaurants. (B)

DAY 13, PRAGUE DEPARTURE
Optional transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)

Day
Destination Activities
1
Paris Arrival check in to the hotel
2
Paris City tour
3
Paris Optional tours available
4
Paris Coach to Luxembourg
 
Luxembourg City tour
 
Trier EMBARKATION
 
  Welcome Cocktails
 
  Welcome Dinner
5
Bernkastel Walking tour
 
Zell Welcome by Mayor of Zell
 
  Evening wine fest
6
Cochem Tour Reichsburg Castle
 
Koblenz OR: Koblenz city walk
 
Rhine Valley Cruise along Rhine castles
 
Rüdesheim Mini train ride
 
  Siegfried’s Music Museum
7
Mainz Morning Mainz tour
 
  & Afternoon Frankfurt tour
 
  OR: Full day Heidelberg tour
8
Miltenberg Walking tour
 
Wertheim Glass-blowing demonstration (2009)
9
Würzburg City tour and Residenz
 
  Evening music performance
10
Bamberg Walking tour
11
MD Canal Cruise Main-Danube Canal
 
  DISEMBARKATION
 
Nuremberg City tour
 
  Transfer to Prague
12
Prague City tour
 
  Optional tours available
13
Prague Departures, optional airport transfer


INCLUDED FEATURES:

 
  • 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Paris including daily Buffet Breakfast
  • Transfer from the Hotel in Paris via Luxembourg to the Ship in Trier
  • 7-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 onboard the Ship
  • Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner
  • Transfer from the Ship in Nuremberg to the Hotel in Prague
  • 2 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Prague including daily Buffet Breakfast
  • Daily Sightseeing Program as outlined in the Itinerary
  • Special Highlights including Folklore Dances, Lectures, Theme Dinners, onboard Music Performances and afternoon & evening Piano Music
  • Use of Bicycles to explore on your own
  • Services of Professional Cruise Director
  • All English Language onboard in a
  • non-smoking Environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)

2010 Dates and prices

2010
Departure
Date
Start
City
Ship
Name
Cruise
Only
Cruise
& Land
May 14
Prague
Amadolce
$2,499
$3,649
May 20
Paris
Amadolce
$2,499
$3,649
Jun 25
Prague
Amadolce
$2,399
$3,549
Jul 1 - Sold out
Paris
Amadolce
$2,399
$3,549
Jul 17
Prague
Amacello
$2,399
$3,549
Jul 23
Paris
Amacello
$2,399
$3,549
Aug 6
Prague
Amadolce
$2,399
$3,549
Aug 12
Paris
Amadolce
$2,399
$3,549
Aug 28
Prague
Amacello
$2,599
$3,749
Sep 3
Paris
Amacello
$2,699
$3,849
Sep 17
Prague
Amadolce
$2,699
$3,849
Sep 23
Paris
Amadolce
$2,699
$3,849
Oct 29
Prague
Amadolce
$2,299
$3,449

Nov 4

Paris
Amadolce
$2,099
$3,249

 

Port Charges: $133 per person

Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of twin price; Jr. Suites 100% of twin price.

Single supplement for Land: $650 per person. Prices are per person in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom with window.
To upgrade to a higher Category, add the following amount per person:

Cat.
Deck
STATEROOM
Price
D
Piano Deck
Window
$ 169
C
Cello Deck
French Balcony
$ 499
B
Cello Deck
French Balcony
$ 699
A
Violin Deck
French Balcony
$ 799
A+
Violin Deck
French Balcony
$ 999
S
Violin Deck
French Balcony
$ 1699

NOTE: Children are not accepted.

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)

 

2011 Departure dates and prices (US$)
 

Departure
Date - 2011
Start
City
Ship
Name
Cruise
Only
Cruise
& Land
Apr 22
Prague
Amalyra
$2,399
$3,639
May 3
Paris
Amalegro
$2,599
$3,839
May 11
Paris
Amacello
$2,599
$3,839
May 25
Prague
Amalegro
$2,699
$3,939
Jun 28
Paris
Amalegro
$2,599
$3,839
Jul 20
Prague
Amalegro
$2,599
$3,839
Jul 28
Prague
Amacello
$2,599
$3,839
Aug 3
Paris
Amacello
$2,599
$3,839
Aug 23
Paris
Amalegro
$2,599
$3,839
Sep 13 - sold out
Prague
Amalegro
$2,799
$4,039
Oct 14- sold out
Prague
Amalyra
$2,499
$3,739
Oct 18
Paris
Amalegro
$2,399
$3,639
Oct 20
Prague
Amacello
$2,399
$3,639
Oct 20
Paris
Amadagio
$2,399
$3,639
Oct 20
Paris
Amalyra
$2,399
$3,639
Nov 4
Prague
Amadante
$2,099
$3,339

Port Charges: $133 per person

Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of twin price; Jr. Suites 100% of twin price.

Single supplement for Land: $650 per person. Prices are per person in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom with window.
To upgrade to a higher Category, add the following amount per person:
 

Cat.
Deck
STATEROOM
Price
D
Piano Deck
Window
$ 189
C
Cello Deck
French Balcony
$ 549
B
Cello Deck
French Balcony
$ 749
A
Violin Deck
French Balcony
$ 849
A+
Violin Deck
French Balcony
$ 1099
S
Violin Deck
French Balcony
$ 1799

 

NOTE: Children are not accepted.

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)

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