Amras Cruises Fall 2014/2015 E-Catalog by Amras Cruises Worldwide Corp.

2014 / 2015

FIRST-TIME TRAVELER & AIRFARE SAVINGS Inside

EUROPEAN RIVERS

AMADEUS SILVER “2013 RIVER BOAT OF THE YEAR”

NEW SHIP IN 2015:

AMADEUS SILVER II

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“gemütlichkeit” (guh-moot-lick-KYT)

“The MS Amadeus Silver represents a real eye-catching addition to the Innsbruck-based

Discover “the warmth and coziness of unhurried and relaxed contentment” which the Austrians call “gemütlichkeit.” Amras Cruises and the Lüftner Family, owners and operators of the acclaimed Amadeus fleet, invite you to experience the very best of Europe, the way it was meant to be discovered — with good company, award-winning service and amenities, and plenty of gemütlichkeit.

Lüftner family business and banishes the old-fashioned images of river boats to the past.” — Dr. Johannes Bohmann Managing Editor for Kreuzfahrt Guide

Reinventing River Cruising for the Past 30 Years

Cruise aboard the all-new Amadeus Silver, named 2013’s “River Boat of the Year”.

Amras Cruises

Dear friends,

After more than 30 years hosting great river travel experiences, it is our pleasure to introduce, in cooperation with Amras Cruises, a unique collection of river cruises and enriching cultural experiences designed exclusively for North American travelers. For us as a dedicated cruise line operating on the most beautiful European waterways, the finest hospitality comes down to the small details that define comfort – aboard all our modern Amadeus vessels, we are proud to deliver an award-winning mix of good living and grand sightseeing that Europeans have been enjoying for generations. Read on to discover the art of “gemütlichkeit” and river cruising, Amras-style. — The Lüftner family

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Dr. Wolfgang Lüftner and his family, owners and operators of the Amadeus fleet, at the launch of the Amadeus Brilliant.

CONTENTS Welcome to our Good Life . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Preludes & Finales

Experience the Amras Difference . . . . . . 8

Independent Preludes & Finales . . . . . . . 92

Introducing the Amras Fleet . . . . . . . . . . 10

Paris & Ghent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Cruise Planning Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Brussels & Chantilly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

“Knowing that not all travelers are the same, we have

Lucerne, Lugano & Milan . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

made it our mission

Europe Cruise Collection

Loire Valley & Nantes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

to give you greater

Tulip Serenade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Aix de Provence & Nice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Classical Rhine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Paris & Dijon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

With decades of

Southern France Sonata . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Dresden & Berlin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

experience cruising

Seine Symphony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Zagreb & Lake Bled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Danube Waltz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Warsaw, Krakow & Prague . . . . . . . . . . . 101

ease, flexibility, and choice.

to Europe’s most popular destinations, we are proud to offer a cruising experience

Rhine Medley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Danube Rhapsody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Amadeus Fleet

Christmas Markets on the Rhine . . . . . . 70

Our Fleet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Christmas Markets on the Danube . . . . . 74

Amadeus Silver II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Perfect Duet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Amadeus Silver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

French Ensemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Amadeus Symphony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

European Overture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Amadeus Diamond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Concerto of Castles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Amadeus Brilliant/Elegant . . . . . . . . . . . 107

European Melody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Amadeus Rhapsody/Classic . . . . . . . . . . 108

European Cantata . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Amadeus Princess/Royal . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

like no other, designed to enrich, inspire, and renew.” — Rudi M. Joham, President and Managing Director Amras Cruises Worldwide

Complete Europe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Enhance with Add-Ons Travel Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 International Airfare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Traveler Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

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Welcome

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TO OUR GOOD LIFE …

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Visit the great capitals of Europe, like Budapest, in fittingly grand style.

From the ground-breaking ms Amadeus, with its spacious cabins and public spaces created for comfortable sightseeing, to the new Amadeus Silver, recently named by Germany’s acclaimed Kreuzfarht Guide the “2013 River Ship of the Year” the ships of the Amadeus fleet have always defined the state of the art in environmentally and culturally aware cruising.

Relax while the heart of Europe unrolls at your feet

From the romantic Blue Danube to the flower-bedecked waterways of Holland, our itineraries feature some of Europe’s most captivating capitals, including Amsterdam, Cologne, Strasbourg, Basel, Passau, Salzburg, Vienna, and Budapest. While each day brings the opportunity to

“If you are interested in a river cruise I highly recommend Amadeus ships especially if you want first class

discover yet another dazzling destination,

service and a special

Innovative touches like fresh-baked pastries

how you explore is up to you: soak up the

dining experience.”

and our all-weather open-air River Terrace

atmosphere from a comfortable chair on

lounge turn exploration into a leisurely art.

deck, enjoy the view from your cabin’s private

— Gerald S., Albany NY France River Cruise

Exclusive onboard entertainment and dining

balcony, hop ashore on one of the ship’s

selections give you a real taste for the places

complimentary bicycles or on foot to explore

and cultures you are visiting. And with a staff

on your own, or join one of the included small

devoted to making you feel at home, each day

group shore excursions featuring wine tastings,

brings new adventures along with a deeper

museum visits, guided tours, and more.

sense of relaxation.

Extended stays in some of the world’s most

Cruising Amras style — it’s all about you Aboard every one of the elegant ships of the

popular destinations allow you to even more opportunities to explore, either independently or as part of an escorted group.

Amadeus fleet, hospitality is more than just a tradition, it is a passion — a passion you will

As a guest of Amras Cruises, you are free

experience in every detail, from beautifully-

to do as much or as little as you like, while

appointed surroundings and gourmet dining

you remain perfectly at home in the heart

selections to the enthusiastic professionalism

of Europe.

of those taking care of you. With a staff and crew trained to the highest Austrian standards of service, the ambience onboard is relaxed yet impeccably gracious, and attentive to your every need.

The ultimate in cruising comfort: a Mozart Suite on the Amadeus Silver.

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Experience

THE AMRAS DIFFERENCE

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Cheers! Wine is included with dinner during your cruise.

It’s all in the details… Making great travel experiences come to life requires making sure every detail is right. With decades of experience catering to discriminating European travelers, we’ve built our success by putting ourselves in our guest’s shoes, and anticipating what makes for a memorable journey:

“For me, every meal is an opportunity to create a memory, as important as any castle or painting — perhaps more,

A Feast for the Senses

if it’s what you

Fresh-baked pastries and gourmet dinners … the scent of fresh flowers at your table or fields

The Perfect Balance

of lavender warming in the sun … the romantic

Having the right mix of interesting things to do

outline of a medieval monastery in the

and inviting ways to do nothing at all — that’s

morning mist … every bend of the river brings

what makes an Amras Cruise so special. With a

a new marvel and every moment on board ship

ship full of tempting amenities and welcoming

brings more delights to be savored.

spaces and itineraries packed with things to

remember when you’ve returned home.” — Wolfgang Grunauer Head chef 12 years

see and do, we will inspire you to create your Build Your Dream Trip

own perfect story.

The Danube cruise you’ve always dreamed of, coupled with a stay in one of your favorite

Austrian Hospitality

European capitals…or maybe a combination

From the beginning, the ships of

of cruises with land tours on either end? With

the Amadeus fleet have defined the art of

Amras Cruises, you decide! See pages 12-13 to

river cruising by staying true to our cherished

find out how easy we make it to build the trip

traditions of classic, Austrian-style comfort,

of your dreams.

or “gemütlichkeit.” With an onboard ambience as relaxed yet refined as Old World Vienna,

Effortless Travel

we are committed to creating river cruises

The beauty of river cruising is that the

that reflect the highest standards of comfort

most interesting destinations come to you!

and elegance.

We’ve designed each of our ships for maximum sightseeing, with panoramic windows taking

Surprise and Delight

advantage of the breathtaking scenery at every

On an Amras Cruise, we take delight in

turn. With your choice of things to see and do

surprising you with unexpected little luxuries

every day, you’re free to relax and simply enjoy

that can make all the difference. For us, no

the “getting there.”

detail is too small - especially the sincere smiles of your passionately professional staff and crew. It’s the difference between good service and the kind of service that makes you feel especially good.

Amras Cruises

Introducing

OUR FLEET

From stem to stern, every inch of our Amras river cruises are created for your comfort.

Welcome to the art of river cruising

Authentic & immersive exploration

Discover the gold standard of European

Signature Amadeus flourishes include fresh-

cruising aboard the all-new Amadeus Silver,

baked pastries made from scratch every day

named 2013’s “River Boat of the Year” by

and our River Terrace open-air lounge, located

Germany’s prestigious Kreuzfahrt Guide.

in the ship’s bow. Featuring special glazing

443 feet in length, with 90 spacious outside

to protect guests from the occasional windy

cabins, our newest flagship delivers all the

or rainy day, the Terrace is ideal for enjoying

stylish touches so distinctive of the Amadeus

unobstructed views of riverside scenery. Other

fleet — as well as delightfully spacious

highlights include a fitness studio, sundeck with

accommodations. All of our tastefully

putting green, Amadeus Salon, and the gracious

furnished, 173-square foot cabins are alight

Panorama restaurant, serving gourmet dishes

with panoramic windows and most feature

accompanied by quality red and white wines

French balconies, while our Mozart deck

from the great winemaking regions of Europe.

suites boast 259 square feet of space including a walk-out balcony with seating space.

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AMADEUS FLEET

NEW FOR 2015:

Amadeus Silver II Amadeus Silver Amadeus Symphony Amadeus Diamond Amadeus Brilliant Amadeus Elegant Amadeus Rhapsody Amadeus Classic Amadeus Princess Amadeus Royal

Enjoy first-class service, stylish amenities, and spacious cabins designed to make the most of the passing scenery.

The best of Europe

Your ship awaits

The Amadeus Silver joins the other ships

With European river cruising growing

of the Amadeus fleet cruising the Rhine,

more popular all the time, plans are already

Main, and Danube rivers as well as the Seine,

underway for the launch of the Amadeus

Saône, and Rhone Rivers in France and the

Silver II. What we can tell you now is that

waterways of Belgium and Holland. On all

her inaugural sailing will be, appropriately

cruises, passengers enjoy onboard lectures

enough, our enchanting Tulip Serenade

and folklore performances showcasing each

cruise through Holland and Belgium. So

region’s unique cultural and historic heritage

join us today and explore Europe in true

along with a variety of offered excursions,

European style and comfort — experience

including special dinners, wine tastings,

the height of river cruising with the

castle tours, and more.

Amadeus fleet and Amras Cruises!

Build

YOUR PERFECT JOURNEY

FROM AMSTERDAM TO BUDAPEST & BEYOND, WE MAKE EXPLORING EUROPE AS EASY AS 1-2-3! Start off with the cruise of your dreams along one of Europe’s fabled rivers. Then extend your holiday with one of our Escorted or Independent Preludes to start your adventures off in style, and, for a truly Grand Tour, finish with a fascinating Finale. Finally, be sure to protect and enhance your trip with our value-packed Add-Ons — it’s as easy as that.

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The waltzing blue Danube, ancient Rhine, glittering Seine … the great rivers of Europe have been dazzling visitors for centuries — with the Amadeus fleet leading the way for the last three decades. Don’t settle for less!  16 UNIQUE ITINERARIES

15-DAY COMBOS

Discover the best of the Dutch waterways and Rhine, Main, Danube, Rhone, Saone, and Seine Rivers aboard the Amadeus river cruise ships.

8-DAY CRUISES Offering the perfect weeklong escape, our perennially popular cruises deliver all the scenic and historic highlights in leisurely comfort.

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Most of our popular 8-day cruises can be combined into panoramic, 15-day cruises spanning the breadth of Europe. See pages 78-91.

Make the most of your river cruise with our exclusive preand post-cruise packages. Go solo with a stay in the heart of one of Europe’s great capitals, or join an escorted tour delving deeper into the cultures around you — either way, our delightful destinations are designed to ensure your European vacation hits all the high notes. 

HOLIDAY CRUISES Our Advent and Christmas cruises are among our most popular — find them on pages 70-77. Reserve soon, as these always go fast!

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Austria’s Wachau Valley is an ideal blending of natural and manmade beauty — and a cherished UNESCO World Heritage site.

ESCORTED TRIP EXTENSIONS Paris and Ghent … Aix-en-Provence and Barcelona … Brussels and Chantilly … Warsaw, Krakow, and Prague — our

3 ENHANCE WITH ADD-ONS

exclusive escorted extensions, designed to enhance your cruise experience, feature some of Europe’s most delightful hidden gems, wrapped in a value-filled package featuring all transfers, accommodations, tours, and most meals.

INDEPENDENT TRIP EXTENSIONS For those who like conquering a city on their own, our Independent Preludes and Finales are wonderful complements to our cruises. Featuring historic and friendly cities like Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris, Barcelona, Lucerne, Budapest, and Prague, they include the services of an Amras concierge at our carefully-chosen hotels, to help you get to know our favorite European cities. See page 92

At Amras Cruises, we believe in making it easy to take care of all the details. Protect and enhance your journey with the following options: ROUNDTRIP AIRFARE & TRANSFERS

“As a single traveler, I really appreciate the flexibility of sightseeing options — not to mention the great value!” — R. Lorraine, Sydney, ND

Purchase your international airfare with us and take advantage of our good deals — plus, we’ll take care of all transfers to and from the airport to your destinations.

BUSINESS CLASS UPGRADE Because every step of the journey should be a pleasure. If you are interested in Business Class or Premium Economy Air Travel, we’ll be happy to help.

TRAVEL PROTECTION Make your travel plans with complete peace of mind, knowing your investment is protected even if something unexpected comes along.

“So glad we took advantage of the chance to add city stays before and after our cruise — what a terrific deal!” — John & Betsy, NYC

The Netherlands & Belgium

Introductory Offer

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TULIP SERENADE Amsterdam to Amsterdam | 8 days from BRAND NEW! MS Amadeus Silver II

Per Couple Off International Airfare

$2,850 per person

The waterways of Holland and Belgium overflow with beauty all year long, but there is one season when the region transforms into a landscape out of a fairy tale: in the spring, when acres of flowers explode in a riot of color and scent. This — on top of medieval churches, windmills, Dutch and Flemish masterpieces, Renaissance palaces, diamonds, porcelain, lace, world-famous chocolates and cheeses, and centuries of history and culture — is what makes our Tulip Serenade such a rare and wonderful treat.

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See millions of flowers on magnificent display at Keukenhof Gardens.

Your Itinerary Escorted Prelude: Add 6 days Paris & Ghent Independent Prelude: Add 4 days in Paris DAY PORT

HIGHLIGHT

1 Amsterdam Embark / Welcome Reception and Dinner 2 Amsterdam City tour of Amsterdam with canal boat cruise / Cruise across Holland’s Ijsselmeer to Volendam / Visit to a cheese-making facility in Edam 3 Arnhem Your choice: Guided city tour of Arnhem with visit to the Kröller-Müller Museum or visit Hartenstein Airborne Museum 4 Middleburg Your choice: Guided tour of Middleburg or Guided visit to the Veere Delta Works and stop in Veere 5 Ghent City tour of Ghent / City tour of Bruges with canal boat tour 6 Antwerp City tour of Antwerp / Captain’s Farewell Dinner 7 Kinderdijk Tour of Kinderdijk windmills / Visit to Keukenhof Gardens, “World’s Greatest Flower Show” 8 Amsterdam Disembark / Return Home Independent Finale: Add 3 days in Amsterdam Port times and itineraries are subject to change. Fluctuating water levels may affect itinerary.

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EXPERIENCE EUROPE IN THE SPRING, WHEN ITS ANCIENT HEART BLOOMS ANEW There’s simply no better way to experience Holland and Belgium than by river cruiser, gliding past fields of tulips and windmills to visit quaint villages and Renaissance cities seemingly frozen in time: Ghent, Antwerp, and Bruges. And, of course, we’ll visit Keukenhof Gardens, 79 acres of breathtaking beauty, open only in the springtime. Don’t miss your chance to visit one of Europe’s most magical corners, at the most enchanting time of year!

GEMÜTLICHKEIT Hollandaise Forget about stopping and smelling the roses — the industrious Dutch turned tulips into Tulipmania, creating one of the world’s first great financial bubbles … and one of Europe’s grandest gardens!

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Start your cruise in style with our exclusive Paris & Ghent escorted Prelude, or treat yourself to our 4-day independent stay in Paris before you embark.

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Day 1 Amsterdam, the Netherlands After embarking this afternoon, settle in and enjoy a welcome reception followed by dinner on board. We’ll remain docked in Amsterdam overnight, so if you feel like going ashore and getting to know one of Europe’s friendliest capitals, this is your chance. If you want to experience what the natives call “gezellig,” a Dutch quality that translates as convivial or cozy, the best place to go is one of the traditional “brown cafes,” named for their wood paneling and walls that have been stained brown by smoke over the centuries. Order one of the outstanding beers on tap and you’ll understand what gezellig is all about. If you’re interested in something more cultural, Amsterdam is home to many of the world’s most famous museums, including the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, and Anne Frank House.

excursion we’ll visit a cheese-making facility in Edam, with a guided tour of Volendam before returning to the ship. In September 1944, the British Airborne

Day 3 Arnhem Known today as the site of one of the most infamous battles of World War II, Arnhem has been a center of conflict since its earliest days, thanks to its strategic position on the Rhine River. The valiant but doomed Battle of Arnhem comes to vivid life today in a fascinating excursion visiting sites associated with General Montgomery’s infamous Operation Market Garden, including a tour of Arnhem and a visit to the Hartenstein Airborne Museum, dedicated to the battle fought here in September of 1944. Alternately, you might join our other excursion visiting the Kröller-Müller Museum,

Troops unexpectedly captured several POWs. Not such an extraordinary event, except that one of these was a young German woman. She was to enter history as the only female POW in the Battle of Arnhem.

Day 2 Amsterdam/Volendam Drink in the beauty of the “Venice of the North” on a city tour this morning that includes a boat cruise through Amsterdam’s canals, a World Heritage Site. Lined with charming gabled row houses and bobbing houseboats, the four main city canals are Prinsengracht, Herengracht, Keizersgracht, and Singel, with numerous smaller canals — 165 in all — intersecting the various neighborhoods. After lunch we’ll cruise north across the Ijsselmeer, a shallow, artificial lake created in 1932 with the damming of the Zuiderzee. Our destination is the picturesque fishing village of Volendam, where you can sample a traditional slice of Dutch life along the village’s primary thoroughfare, lined with colorful cafés and purveyors of fresh fish, handmade cheeses, and colorful, traditional crafts. On a guided

Culture

Y ZUIDERZEE

Zuiderzee, which means “southern sea” in Dutch, was originally a shallow bay of the North Sea, nearly 2,000 square miles of water 16 feet at its deepest. Some of the fishing villages around the region grew into powerful trade centers during Holland’s Golden Age, but fell back into sleepy obscurity until the Dutch painters of the 19th century came, finding inspiration and sparking interest in the region’s “typically Dutch” culture. For a real slice of Dutch life, there’s no other place like it!

Day 5 Ghent/Bruges, Belgium We’ll arrive in Ghent early this morning. Another important center of trade in the Middle Ages, Ghent is a hidden gem of canalside cathedrals and museums filled with works by Dutch and Flemish masters. Our guided city tour takes in just a few of the highlights, including Saint Bavo’s Cathedral, a medieval masterpiece that is home to van Eyck’s peerless Adoration of the Mystic Lamb altarpiece.

Windmills

Y KINDERDIJK

Believe it or not, most of Holland lies below sea level — hence their ingenious and innovative system of dykes, sluices, canals, and windmills — the best of which you’ll see with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kinderdijk. Prepare to be amazed!

home to a world-renowned collection of 19th and 20th century art. Particularly worth seeing is the impressively large collection of works by Vincent van Gogh.

Day 4 Middleburg/Veere “Ghent should rank as the most surprising city in Flanders, combining beauty and culture with creativity, cutting edge design and a vibrant restaurant and nightlife scene.” — John Brunton, The Observer

After a morning of sailing we arrive at noon in Middelburg, capital of the Dutch province of Zeeland and a treasure trove of lovingly restored medieval masterpieces, including the town hall and the 12th-century abbey. Set off on your independent or guided walking tour of the town or join another excursion to the Deltaworks Project at Neeltje Jans, an incredible collection of dams, sluices, locks, dikes, and storm surge barriers that has been declared one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World by the American Society of Civil Engineers. Following the Deltaworks, the tour will also stop in the charming medieval town of Veere before rejoining the ship.

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In the afternoon, more unforgettable art, architecture, and romance beckons, on our excursion to Bruges. Built around a double ring of picturesque canals and connected by charming arched footbridges, Bruges’ artfully crafted stone guildhalls and opulent churches stand elegant witness to the city’s former wealth and importance as a major lace-making center. We’ll explore this lovely city on a guided tour that includes the best possible way to see it all, a canal boat tour, and enjoy lunch at one of the local restaurants.

Day 6 Antwerp Since the height of the Renaissance, Antwerp has been a city defined by beauty. Rubens lived and worked here (some of his masterpieces can be seen in the massive Gothic cathedral), the city’s main square, the Grote Markt, is surely one of the most picturesque public spaces in the world, and the diamond trade is still at the heart of Antwerp’s ongoing prosperity. We’ll set off on a guided tour to learn more about Antwerp’s treasures — in the afternoon you are free to sample them on your own. Tonight, back on board ship, enjoy a special Captain’s Gala Dinner followed by dancing. But don’t stay up too late, because tomorrow holds a busy day, full of windmills and a visit to the world’s largest flower show at Keukenhof.

“Had a fantastic time. One of the best cruises we have taken. Will definitely recommend it to friends and relatives “ — Richard & Jeanne G.

Day 8 Disembark / Return Flights Home After breakfast this morning, transfer to the airport for your return flight home, unless you’ve decided to get to know Amsterdam a little better on our independent Finale featuring a 3-day hotel stay with concierge services to help you feel right at home.

Belgian chocolatiers adhere closely to traditional techniques and the

Cap off your cruise with a 3-day stay in Amsterdam at the Park Plaza Victoria Hotel, located in the heart of the city. Our independent Finale includes the services of a concierge, farewell cocktail reception and all transfers.

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use of high quality ingredients. Even in the current world of automated mass production, most Belgian chocolate is made using older equipment, by hand,

Explore awe-inspiring Antwerp, center of the world’s diamond trade.

in small dedicated shops.

Day 7 Kinderdijk/Utrecht/Keukenhof/ Amsterdam, the Netherlands This morning, set off on a walking tour of the world’s largest collection of working windmills, in Kinderdijk. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the 19 working windmills — of several different varieties — date from the 18th century, when they were built as part of a larger water management system to prevent floods. From Kinderdijk we cruise to Utrecht, where we’ll disembark for our excursion to yet another Dutch icon: Keukenhof, the most famous flower show on Earth, where literally millions of blooms are on display amongst walkways, parks, and gardens filled with sculptures. Although of humble origins — the “keukenhof,” or “kitchen garden,” was created in the early 15th century by Countess Jacoba of Bavaria as her herb garden — today more than 7 million flower bulbs, such as tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths, are planted each year, drawing nearly a million visitors in the 8 weeks it is open each spring. Following our visit to Keukenhof, we’ll rejoin the ship in Amsterdam for a final night on board. Enjoy an unforgettable canal boat tour of Bruges.

Tulip Serendae

Build

YOUR PERFECT JOURNEY

ADD A PRELUDE:

ADD A FINALE:

Escorted Prelude:

6 DAYS PARIS & GHENT from only $1,950 per person

From up-to-the-moment Paris to timeless Ghent, Belgium, join us on an escorted tour filled with history and art. See page 93 for details.

Independent Finale:

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Go solo with a stay in the heart of one of Europe’s great capitals, or join an escorted tour delving deeper into the culture.

3 DAYS AMSTERDAM from only $550 per person

Enjoy a three-day stay at a centrally-located hotel with the services of a concierge to help you feel right at home. See page 92 for details.

“How am I ever going to adjust to reality now that this magnificent cruise experience is over? It was just superb from A to Z.” — Rick & Cheryl H.; VA

Independent Prelude:

4 DAYS PARIS from only $950 per person

Eat, drink, and discover one of Europe’s loveliest, liveliest capitals, full of Old World treasures and modern energy. See page 92 for details.

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Discover one of Belgium’s most enchanting hidden gems, gorgeous Ghent.

New to Amras?

Inclusions

Take $200 off these prices as a first-time traveler

• 8 -day river cruise with large, outside river-view stateroom featuring French Balconies • 7 Cultural Enrichment shore excursions with local expert guides in small groups • Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets • Services of an experienced Cruise Director • Services of an Onboard Concierge, dedicated to the independent experience seeker • Gourmet dining with all meals included – 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners featuring fine local ingredients and regional specialties • Welcome Aboard cocktail reception & dinner and Captain’s Farewell gala dinner • A featured off-ship meal and cultural event • Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every dinner on board

Pricing Per Person April 16, 2015

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Running approximately 500 miles, from the Alps of Switzerland to the North Sea, through France, Germany, and the Netherlands, the Rhine has everything a traveler could ask for: castles and monasteries, vineyards and villages, cathedrals and a wealth of epicurean delights to be savored at every bend. On this scenery-packed, 8-day journey, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see and experience it all, from Amsterdam through the Lower Rhine and along the fabled Rhine Gorge, beloved by the Romantics and explorers through the ages for its picturesque beauty and ancient legends.

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Venture off the Rhine to follow the Moselle to the beautiful wine-making town of Cochem.

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1 Amsterdam Embark / Captains Welcome Reception & Dinner 2 Amsterdam Your choice: City tour of Amsterdam with canal boat cruise and visit to a cheese-making facility in Edam or cruise across Holland's Ijsselmeer to Volendam 3 Cologne Guided tour of Cologne with visit to Cathedral 4 Cochem Cruise through the vineyards lining the Moselle River / Tour of Reichsburg castle in Cochem followed by a winetasting 5 Koblenz/ Cruise the Rhine Gorge past the Lorelei Rock / Rüdesheim Walking tours of Koblenz and Rüdesheim 6 Mannheim/Speyer Tour of Heidelberg with visit to Castle / Captain’s Gala Dinner 7 Kehl/Strasbourg River Île boat cruise and walking tour of Strasbourg 8 Basel Disembark / Return Home Escorted Finale: Add 6 days Lucerne, Lugano & Milan Independent Finale: Add 4 days in Lucerne Port times and itineraries are subject to change. Fluctuating water levels may affect itinerary.

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JUST ONE OF THE MANY INCLUDED FEATURES ON YOUR AMRAS JOURNEY Wine-tasting in Cochem — on a cruise full of highlights, this is surely one of the best! Cochem, located on the lovely Moselle River, has been producing some of the world's favorite wines for centuries. During our call here, we've made sure to include a wine-tasting … the ideal way to sit back, relax, take in some of Germany's finest scenery, and toast to traveling with good friends and plenty of "gemütlichkeit."

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GEMÜTLICHKEIT on tap During your visit, be sure to ask about Cochem's famous "Battle of the Barrels" in 1086 — it's a sure way to get the locals warmed up!

Cochem, Germany

Begin with your choice of two different pre-cruise experiences: join our exclusive escorted 6-day tour featuring Paris and Ghent, cities rich in romance and history, or go solo with our 4-day independent city stay in beautiful Brussels, Belgium.

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Day 1 Amsterdam, the Netherlands Your cruise begins when you’re met at your arrival point (airport, train station, or Prelude hotel) and transfer to your ship. Enjoy time to settle into your cabin and unpack before joining your fellow passengers and crew for a welcome cocktail reception followed by a festive dinner. We’ll be docked overnight here in Amsterdam, so after dinner we’ve left the evening free for you to explore on your own. One of Europe’s liveliest, friendliest capitals, Amsterdam delights at every corner, with charming parks and gardens, lively squares and plazas, picturesque neighborhoods, and countless museums and galleries.

Day 3 Cologne, Germany Germany’s fourth-largest city has been an important trading center since the Romans arrived in the first century AD. On a guided walking tour, see many of its greatest riches, including the famous Cologne Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Germany’s most visited landmark. The largest Gothic church in Northern Europe, the cathedral’s treasures include its marble High Altar and the celebrated Shrine of the Three Kings. Said to contain the remains of the Three Wise Men, the bronze and silver shrine is designed in the shape of a basilica, ornamented with gilt, enamels, and gemstones.

Dating back to the 13th century, the Shrine of the Three Kings in Cologne is the largest reliquary in the Western world; it holds the crowned skulls and clothes of the Three Wise Men.

Day 2 Amsterdam/Volendam/Utrecht, the Netherlands This morning set off on a city tour of Amsterdam featuring a canal boat tour, the ideal way to explore this charming, eccentric capital. Our tour includes a stop in Edam to sample — what else? — some of the region’s world-famous cheese, before rejoining the ship in Volendam, a delightful gem of a town where you can still find locals still wearing traditional Dutch garb. (Those seeking a more leisurely day might decide to stay on board for a sumptuous lunch and a scenic cruise across the Ijsselmeer, one of Holland’s largest inland, freshwater lakes, to Volendam — just one of the delightful choices that comes with river cruising!)

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Amsterdam's Canal Ring, one of the great urban engineering feats of the 17th century, is one of today's most popular tourist destinations. Having celebrated its 400th anniversary in 2013, the city has never been more vibrant, welcoming more than three million visitors each year.

towering hundreds of feet above the Moselle, to one of the town’s famed wine cellars, your guided tour is a feast for the senses and a journey back in time you will never forget. Day 5 The Rhine Gorge: Koblenz to Rüdesheim, Germany

history

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Founded around the year 1000, blown up by the French troops of Louis XIV, the "Sun King," the current Neo-Gothic structure was built in the 19th century, at the height of Germany's Romantic period. In addition to rooms filled with lovely baroque and Renaissance furnishings, the views of the Moselle and surrounding vineyards are truly unforgettable.

“ The staff was outstanding and the scenery on this route can’t be

After our guided tour, you’re free to explore further on your own. Not only is Cologne an easy city for walking around, with wonderfully friendly locals, there are museums for every taste.

topped. Beautiful and so much history. All tours were exceptional and plenty of time in each town to do your own thing.” — Cole B., May 2013

Day 4 Cochem, Germany & the Moselle River This morning brings one of the highlights of our cruise, as we travel along the Moselle River, gliding past steep vineyards stretching on either side all the way to our destination, the town of Cochem. Granted its town rights in 1332, when it was held by the Archbishops of Trier, Cochem will reward history and architecture buffs with its countless treasures, and wine lovers with its more recent creations — this is, after all, the heart of the famous Moselle wine region. From the lofty heights of the Reichsburg Cochem, the neo-Gothic castle

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Between Koblenz and Rüdesheim lies one of the most picture-perfect stretches of the Rhine, with hilltop castles overlooking terraced vineyards and charming villages set like jewels along the shore. The entire Upper Middle Rhine Valley has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site — a marvel you can appreciate in comfort and style from the decks of your acclaimed river cruise ship as she glides through this glorious landscape. Dozens of hilltop castles and fortresses, built over a period of a thousand years, stand as picturesque ruins of another time; their presence, coupled with the dramatic physical beauty of the valley, were what drew the Romantic painters and poets of the late 18th century, who made this their Mecca. A highlight of our cruise here is our passage through the narrowest part of the Rhine, past the Lorelei Rock. You’ll learn about the legend of the Lorelei as we pass — unwary sailors for centuries were in danger from her song (or perhaps the treacherous rocks and currents of the narrows?), but you need not fear; her power today lies solely in her awesome beauty, soaring straight up out of the water. During our stop in Koblenz we’ll enjoy a guided walking tour as well as some free time to visit the shops of local artisans. Our guided walk in Rüdesheim will include a visit to Siegfried's Musical Cabinet, a fascinating collection of self-playing instrumental inventions, followed by dinner at one of the charming local restaurants, where you can sample a glass of a local vintage — if you can choose which of the many tempting varieties you want to enjoy! Day 6 Mannheim/Heidelberg/ Speyer, Germany Located at the confluence of the Rhine and Neckar Rivers, the bustling city of Mannheim is a city steeped in a baroque charm that extends even to its Wasserturm, or Water Tower, a fanciful bit of 19th-century architecture that has become the city’s symbol. From here we

and German cultures and cuisines. When the city’s historic center, the Grande île, was classified a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1988, it was the first time an entire city center had ever received such an honor. Savor it for yourself with our included River île boat cruise and a walking tour, followed by time at leisure to soak it all in at your own pace. Day 8 Basel, Switzerland

Join the millions who visit Heidelberg each year.

travel to neighboring Heidelberg, home of Germany’s oldest university and another breathtakingly lovely city. Here we’ll take a guided tour and see Heidelberg Castle, the romantic Renaissance ruin looming above the Alstadt that has been luring artists for centuries, and continues to draw 3 ½ million visitors a year. If the water tower marks Mannheim, then it’s spires that signal Speyer. Its Cathedral, a basilica with four towers and two domes, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that dates back to 1030. One of the most important monuments from the time of the Holy Roman Empire, it was the burial place of the German emperors for nearly 300 years. To see it from the water, as pilgrims have for centuries, is an experience you will never forget! Spend the afternoon wandering Speyer’s outdoor markets or borrow a bike from the ship for a leisurely ride along the Rhine, following in the footsteps of the Romans who settled this area around 10 B.C. This evening, gather with your shipmates for a festive Captain’s Gala Dinner followed, perhaps, by dancing under the stars and spires of Speyer.

Our final port of call is Basel, in the northwestern corner of Switzerland, bordering France and Germany. All transfers are arranged, whether you are off to the airport for your return flight home or embarking on a dazzling Finale to complement your Rhine & Moselle river cruise.

The Gutenberg printing press developed from the technology of the screw-type wine presses of the Rhine Valley. It was there in 1440 that Johannes Gutenberg created his printing press which remained the

Enhance your river journey with our escorted 6-day extension featuring two of Europe's lakeside jewels — Lugano, Italy and Lucerne, Switzerland — with a final night in fashionable, fantastic Milan. Ready for a little exploration at your own pace? Spend 4 days in the enchanting city of Lucerne on our Independent extension.

standard until the 20th century.

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Day 7 Kehl,Germany/Strasbourg, France After docking in Kehl, Germany, we set off on an excursion to one of Europe’s true grande dames: Strasbourg, France. It’s no wonder that cosmopolitan Strasbourg is the home of the European Parliament. This delightful city rewards visitors with an enchanting blend of the best of French

Strasbourg, where the art of living has been perfected.

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Discover the Swiss jewels of Lugano and dazzling Lake Lucerne, with a final night in Milan before returning home.

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This cruise combines with our Southern France Sonata to create the Perfect Duet: the Rhine and the Rhone.

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Eat, drink, and discover one of Europe’s loveliest, liveliest capitals, full of Old World treasures and modern energy.

Discover a picture-perfect Swiss city, boasting gorgeous alpine scenery, covered bridges, sunny places, and waterfront promenades.

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• 8 -day river cruise with large, outside river-view stateroom featuring French Balconies • 9 Cultural Enrichment shore excursions with local expert guides in small groups • Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets • Services of an experienced Cruise Director • Services of an Onboard Concierge, dedicated to the independent experience seeker • Gourmet dining with all meals included – 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners featuring fine local ingredients and regional specialties • Welcome Aboard cocktail reception & dinner and Captain’s Farewell gala dinner • A featured off-ship meal and cultural event • Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every dinner on board

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Food, wine, art, architecture, scenery and history — it all comes together in glorious harmony in the South of France. Over the centuries, these delights have been celebrated by artists, emperors, saints, sophisticates, pilgrims, and even Popes. Join us on this sumptuous 8-day cruise along the Rhône and Saône Rivers, and you will see — and taste — these wonders for yourself, from the vineyards of Burgundy to the lavender fields of Provence. Traveling in comfort and style the Roman emperors would have envied, you’ll find yourself falling under the timeless spell of southern France on a journey that is nothing less than magnifique!

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Romance lives in medieval Provençale towns like St. Remy, with its narrow streets crowded with buildings aged to a mellow golden hue.

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Chalon-sur-Saone / Embark / Captain’s Welcome Reception & Dinner / Tournus Tournus / Macon Guided walking tour of Tournus and its vibrant local artists' scene / Macon / Afternoon onboard lecture on restoration of old books Macon / Bourg-en- Excursion to alpine town of Bourg-en-Bress featuring Bresse / Lyon visit to a Bressonnaise farm and lunch at a local restaurant Lyon Guided walking tour of Lyon including Les Halles indoor food market / afternoon wine tasting to Beaujolais region Viviers/Roquemaure Visit a truffle farm / Explore Viviers and its rich regional traditions Roquemaure / Visit to Chateauneuf du Pape with wine and chocolate Pont du Gard / tasting / Captain’s Gala Dinner Chateauneuf du Papes Avignon / Arles Visit to Palais des Papes and guided tour of Avignon / Guided walking tour of Arles Arles Disembark / Return Home Escorted Finale: Add 6 days Aix-en-Provence & Barcelona Independent Finale: Add 4 days in Barcelona

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STROLL THROUGH ONE OF THE FINEST FOOD MARKETS IN FRANCE — LYON'S LES HALLES Imagine a chance to sample your way through one of the most colorful and mouthwatering gourmet markets in France? You will, at the conclusion of our guided tour of Lyons. If you just can't tear yourself away, don't worry — we'll spend the day docked in Lyons to ensure you get your fair share of gastronomic gemütlichkeit!

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GEMÜTLICHKEIT according to the Guide: “This is the rare spot renowned for skillfully knowing how to leave French classics untouched, unmodernized, and absolutely delicious.” — Michelin Guide

Les Halles is said to be the gastronomic capital of the world.

Start your cruise in style with our exclusive Paris & Dijon escorted Prelude, or treat yourself to our 4-day independent stay in Paris before you embark.

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Day 1 Chalon-sur-Saone/Tournus If you haven’t joined us from either our Independent Prelude three-night hotel stay in Paris or from our five-night Escorted Prelude in Paris and Dijon, then we will pick you up at Lyon airport or train station on your included transfer. After embarking the ship in Chalonsur-Saone, settle in and enjoy a welcome reception followed by dinner on board as we cruise to Tournus. Originally a Roman settlement, with the building of its magnificent Romanesque abbey in the 11th century, the town became a key pilgrimage center.

Day 3 Maçon/Bourg-en-Bresse/Lyon This morning you have a choice of relaxing on board and enjoying the scenery as the ship cruises to Lyon, or setting off on an excursion to the alpine city of Bourg-en-Bresse, former capital of the Dukes of Savoy. A lovely, flower-bedecked town famous for its chickens — the beautiful, tri-colored birds as well as the delicious specialty dish Poulet de Bresse — this is also the birthplace of a number of famous personalities, including two noted French chefs: Georges Blanc and Jacques Pépin. During our excursion we’ll visit a local Bressonnaise farm and enjoy lunch at former farm-turned-restaurant. Following lunch we’ll stop in Bourg-enBresse to visit the royal monastery of Brou.

The magnificent Church of Brou was built in the astonishing, flamboyant Gothic Style of the 16th century. The tombs of Marguerite of Austria and her husband Philibert II are exquisitely carved — an Art History lesson on this period.

Day 2 Tournus/Maçon On a morning walking tour of Tournus we’ll visit the superb Benedictine Abbey of St. Philibert, with its striking medieval stone gate flanked by twin rounded towers and breathtaking 12th century mosaic floor illustrating the zodiac and calendar — uncovered by chance in 2002! Enjoy lunch on board as we cruise through the vineyards of southern Burgundy’s Maçonnais region, where the grand crus Beaujolais wines are produced. Enjoy the scenery or attend an onboard lecture on the art of restoring old books before we arrive in the lovely village of Macon, located on the western bank of the Saone River. At one point bordering both the Holy German Empire and the Kingdom of France, it is no surprise that the art of living well as been polished to perfection here. We’ll spend the night docked here in Maçon, offering you the chance to stroll around and explore at your own pace — whether on foot or on one of the ship’s complimentary bicycles, you’ll find one delightful vista after another.

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With a night spent docked in Maçon, you are in the very heart of white wine heaven: Chardonnay is the main grape grown here, as it has been for centuries. Stroll off ship to enjoy a glass or two of the local vintages while we're here — now that's the art of travel.

This afternoon, we’ll visit one of the local wine estates, one of the Domaine Beaujolais, for a tour and tasting. Back on board, browse through a tempting selection of styles from Lyon’s fabled silk traders and enjoy more gorgeous scenery as we cruise to Roquemaure, the heart of France’s fabled Cote du Rhone wine producing region.

Day 5 Viviers/Roquemaure

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As an artist,Vincent Van Gogh was prone to painting places and locations that had personal meaning and were familiar to him. Starry Night commemorates the view Van Gogh had from his window during his hospitalization in the mental asylum in Arles in 1889. Painted a little over a year before that, Starry Night Over the Rhone is the view Van Gogh had of the Rhone River from his rented apartment in Place Lamartine. Although Starry Night is more famous, Starry Night Over the Rhone commemorates a happier time in Van Gogh's life.

Day 4 Lyon With more than 2,000 years of good living under its belt, Lyon is a place worth getting to know. France’s third-largest city, it has been a commercial and financial powerhouse for centuries, a center of wine-making, silk-spinning, and inspired gastronomic invention. On our guided tour we’ll see its highlights the best way, by coach and on foot, and explore the Old Quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of medieval treasures and the city’s unique “traboules” — a romantic network of covered passageways leading from one street to another via corridors through the tightlypacked houses. Our tour ends at Les Halles, an indoor food market that is a veritable “foodies heaven.” Fancy a foie gras macaroon? A handful of escargot? We’ll see it all here, and even sample some of the specialties with the help of our own local guide.

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This morning you are in for a treat with a visit to a truffle farm, where the delicacies are carefully harvested in specially planted groves of trees., followed by a walking tour of Viviers, home of the oldest cathedral in France that is still in use. A busy trading center of 30,000 people at its height, Viviers today is a quiet riverside town of simple stone houses where time seems to have stopped somewhere during the Middle Ages. On our guided walking tour we’ll explore the tiny streets of the old medieval heart of Viviers, dominated by the Saint-Vincent Cathedral, which looms proudly over the town. Completed in the 12th century and refurbished over the years, the cathedral’s Roman and Gothic heritage can still be seen, along with its priceless Gobelin tapestries.

Day 6 Roquemaure/Pont du Gard/ Chateauneuf de Pape Today we’ll visit one of the most famous and popular Roman sites in France, the Pont du Gard, one of the best-preserved aqueduct bridges in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985. Built in the 1st century AD, it carried an estimated 44 million gallons of water a day to the fountains, baths, and homes of Nimes; after the 4th century, lack of maintenance led to it becoming increasingly clogged, although it remained an important toll bridge for centuries. From the Roman influence we move to the Popes, specifically Clement V, former Archbishop of Bordeaux. Upon relocating the papacy to Avignon, he and his successors, particularly John XXII, did much to improve viticulture in the area. It was under John XXII that the wines of the region came to be known

among them the luminous Starry Night Over the Rhone. This was also, tragically, where his mental health deteriorated, culminating in his severing his ear and ending up in the Old Hospital of Arles. The Romans ruled

Day 8 Arles Too soon the time has come to bid your floating hotel adieu — but hopefully your South of France sojourn will continue on one of our dazzling Finales!

France, which they called Gaul, for more than five centuries, erecting numerous public buildings that would have been familiar

Every nook and corner of Arles is a piece of history.

as Vin du Pape, later Chateauneuf de Pape, literally: the Pope’s new castle. For years considered a “rustic” wine, Chateauneufs made a jump in price and popularity after wine critic Robert M. Parker, Jr. began promoting them. On our tour of the vineyards today we’ll stop in the village for a wine and chocolate tasting you will never forget!

Stay in a centrally-located Barcelona hotel with the services of your own concierge and a walking tour of the city on our independent Finale, or, for a more indepth exploration of the area, join our five-night escorted Finale featuring Aixen-Provence and Barcelona.

to a citizen of the Roman Empire.

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Day 7 Avignon/Arles The walled medieval city of Avignon is a UNESCO World Heritage Site brimming with history, culture, and art. After all, this was the “City of the Popes,” the seat of the Papacy from 1309 to 1377. On our guided walking tour you’ll see the medieval ramparts — practically the only surviving city walls in France — that the popes built to defend their new home, as well as beautiful Clock Tower Square, with its colorful café terraces overlooking City Hall, the Opera Theatre, and the mansions of the bishops. And we’ll venture into the true fortified heart of Avignon, the Palais des Papes, an immense Gothic building with 18-feet-thick walls enclosing a maze of galleries, chambers, and chapels. From the “City of Popes” we travel to the landscapes of van Gogh, in Arles. In the 15 months the artist spent in Arles, he created more than 300 paintings and drawings, Roman vestiges lend Avignon its timeless air of grace.

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From van Gogh and Cezanne to Dali and Gaudi, discover the artists, art, and landscapes of southern France and Spain. See page 97 for details.

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Eat, drink, and discover one of Europe’s loveliest, liveliest capitals, full of Old World treasures and modern energy.

Get to know Barcelona, one of Europe’s liveliest and most exuberantly artistic cities.

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Take one of the most romantic cities in the world, then add a lavish river cruiser as your floating home from which to sample its riches — these are just the opening notes of a cruise that will take your breath away. Following the Seine north from Paris, we’ll encounter idyllic towns and landscapes that inspired the likes of van Gogh, Cezanne, Pissarro, and Monet, explore ancient fortifications scarred by centuries of conflict, and even venture to the Beaches of Normandy, where Europe’s last great land conflict began its final act. Returning south, we’ll spend a day and night docked in the City of Light, capping off our journey with a visit to the Louvre and a nighttime cruise along the Seine.

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Discover the historic and natural wonders of the Normandy coast.

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Paris Embark / Captain’s Welcome Reception & Dinner Conflans Visit to Auvers sur Oise, village of van Gogh and the Impressionists, including visit to Chateau d’Auvers museum 3 Rouen Guided walking tour of Rouen / Excursion along fabled Abbey Trail to Jumieges / Caudebec en Caux 4 Caudebec en Caux Visit to scenic Etretat Plage, a favored spot of the Impressionist painters / Guided tour of Honfleur 5 Caudebec en Caux “Beaches of Normandy” tour including Pointe de Hoc, Omaha Beach, American Military Cemetery, and village of Arromanches 6 Les Andelys/Vernon Guided tour of Chateau Gaillard / Visit to Monet’s home and gardens in Giverny / Captain’s Gala Dinner / Vernon 7 Paris City tour followed by visit to Louvre Museum / Paris by Night Seine cruise 8 Paris Disembark / Return Home Escorted Finale: Add 6 days Paris, Loire Valley & Nantes Independent Finale: Add 4 days in London Port times and itineraries are subject to change. Fluctuating water levels may affect itinerary.

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"My garden is my most beautiful masterpiece," Monet once said, and on our visit to his exquisite estate you may agree. Whatever the season, the gardens are awash in color, from the whites and pinks of early spring to the water lilies of summer and the asters of autumn — an endless source of inspiration for one of the 20th century's greatest artists.

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“People discuss my art and pretend to understand as if it were necessary to understand, when it's simply necessary to love.” — Claude Monet

Monet's house at Giverny, France

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Day 1 Paris, France Embarking your cruise ship this afternoon, enjoy time settling in before meeting your fellow guests and crew at a welcome cocktail reception. Later, enjoy the Captain's Welcome Dinner as we sail out of Paris (don't despair — we will be back to savor her delights!).

Day 2 Conflans/Auvers sur Oise/ Chateau d’Auvers From Conflans, we’ll enjoy a guided visit to the pretty riverside village of Auvers sur Oise. In the second half of the 19th century, this lovely spot drew artists such as Camille Pissarro, Paul Cezanne, Camille Corot, and Charles-Francois Daubigny, but it is Vincent van Gogh whose memory looms over them all. In a wheat field just outside town he took his life, after creating numerous — unsold! — paintings here, works that would become priceless masterpieces. Join the legions who have paid their respects at his grave and gaze on the scenery that inspired his gifted and all too short life. We’ll also visit the town’s lovely Chateau, now a museum offering audio-visual accounts of the lives of the Impressionists, along with some artifacts from their time here (although, unfortunately, none of the paintings they produced). If the weather is fine and you feel like a stroll or a bicycle ride, you’ll find lots of lovely nooks and crannies to explore, from the lovely chapel and old hospital to nearby Roman ruins.

Day 3 Rouen/Abbey Trail With its beautiful medieval quarter and soaring Gothic cathedral, Rouen is a vision straight out of the Middle Ages — you can even stand on the exact spot where Joan of Arc was burned at the stake by the invading English. Such atrocities were standard fare for Rouen, which has seen conflict from its earliest days, due in large part to its strategic location on the Seine. Today however, largely restored after its last drubbing in World War II, this lovely City of Spires is filled with a number of important churches and museums stuffed with riches from Normandy’s long and colorful history. On our guided walking tour we’ll visit the cathedral and the Eglise Jean d’Arc, an eye-catching modern church in front of which stands a concrete-and-metal cross marking the spot where The Maid of Orleans met her fate.

One of the patron saints of France, the "Maid of Orleans" was only 19 when she was burned at the stake for heresy; 25 years later she was pronounced innocent and declared a martyr.

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As we cruise north through Normandy, every bend of the Seine will bring another feast for your senses: cathedrals and apple-brandy Calvados, camembert and Crusaders, chateaux and fishing villages, gardens and Gothic masterpieces.

After lunch on board we’ll set off on an excursion to Honfleur, one of the most picturesque of the Cote Fleurie’s seaside towns and another spot beloved by French artists. The Vieux Bassin harbor, lined with 17th-century, Renaissance buildings, looks much as it did when the Impressionists painted it, and the half-timbered houses and cobbled streets lined with stylish boutiques make this enchanting spot a traveler’s dream.

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“Take time to stroll on the beaches and through the villages and to drive country lanes that are once again regulated by rural rhythms, just as if they’d never been devastated at all. It’s pretty and poignant, and here’s a strange thing, it brings out the best in people. There’s respect in the air and a common bond between visitors. Folk behave well, smile and chat more easily than usual.” — Anthony Peregrine,The Sunday Times

At 6:30 am on June 6, 1944, 135,000 men and 20,000 vehicles of the Allied troops landed on the beaches of Normandy, making their first incursion in Europe in World War II. Called Operation Overlord, the invasion took place on five beachheads, dubbed Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword. On our guided tour we will explore the area, stopping for lunch and visits to Point du Hoc, Omaha Beach, the American Military Cemetery, and the village of Arromanches, where the Allies built the ingenious artificial ports that allowed them to land.

Day 6 Les Andelys /Giverny/ Monet's Garden

"Beautiful and heart-breaking …

Back on board, enjoy lunch and an afternoon of leisurely cruising as we head to Caudebec en Caux, jumping off point for one of Normandy’s most scenic routes, the Abbey Trail. From the outdoor abbey of Saint-Wadrille we continue to the beautiful abbey ruins at Jumieges, finishing our trip with a delicious dinner featuring traditional Normandaise entertainment.

the Normandy Beaches and Military Cemetary are places every American should visit." — H. Hammond, CT

Day 4 Caudebec en Caux/ Etretat/Honfleur This morning you are in for a treat as we visit one of the hidden gems of the Normandy coast, the pebbled beach at Falaises. Known as Etretat Plage, its dramatic, white chalk cliffs and offshore needles of stone were the inspiration for artists such as Boudin, Monet, and Manet.

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This morning we arrive in Les Andelys, situated on a bend of the Seine and one of the most picturesque places in France. From here we’ll set off by coach, stopping briefly at the imposing Chateau Gaillard, built in 1196 by England’s King Richard the Lionhearted. Constructed in just one year, it is a breathtaking example of medieval military architecture. Our destination is the town of Giverny, home of Claude Monet from 1883 until his death in 1926. Visit the beautiful gardens and charming stone farmhouse where he lived and worked and see the water garden with its Japanese bridge, water lilies, wisteria, and azaleas that inspired many of his masterpieces. Returning to the ship, enjoy lunch and an afternoon and evening of leisurely cruising as we head back to Paris. Tonight, celebrate your cruise at the Captain's Farewell Dinner.

Day 8 Paris Alors, all too soon it is time to say adieu to your cruise ship, disembarking after breakfast for your transfer to the airport or the next stage in your European adventure …

The Mona Lisa is likely a portrait

Take the Eurostar through the Chunnel to London for an independent Finale 4-day stay at the centrally-located Le Meridien Picadilly with a walking city tour, farewell reception and the services of a concierge. Or, for a truly immersive experience, join our 6-day escorted Finale featuring the palace of Versailles, the romantic Loire Valley, and Nantes, with a TGV bullet train ride whisking you back to Charles de Gaulle airport at the end.

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of the wife of a Florentine merchant, and so her gaze would have been meant for her husband. For some reason, the portrait was never delivered to its patron, and Leonardo kept it with him when he went to work for Francis I, the King

See the City of Light lit up at night on a Bateau Mouche cruise.

of France.

Day 7 Paris, France Sit back and relax this morning as we take you on a guided tour of one of the world’s most magnificent capitals. You could spend a lifetime getting to know the City of Light, but for now we will stick to the highlights, from the Eiffel Tower to the Latin Quarter, the Cathedral of Notre Dame, the Opera House, and along the glittering Champs Elysées. Following lunch on board, we’ll head to the Louvre for a guided tour, a fortress-turned royal palace that the Revolutionary Convention in turn made into a national museum, in 1793. The paintings, sculptures, and artefacts on display here include Assyrian, Etruscan, Greek, Coptic, and Islamic art and antiquities. When it opened in the late 18th century, the Louvre contained some 2,500 paintings and objets d’art — today nearly 35,000 are on display, including the Venus de Milo, the Winged Victory of Samothrace, and, of course, the Mona Lisa. Finally, we’ll enjoy one last treat: petit fours and farewell cocktails on the private Bateau Mouche showcasing Paris in all its illuminated glory.

The high chalk cliffs of Les Andelys overlook one of the great loops of the Seine river.

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Discover the glories of the Loire Valley and its capital, Nantes, considered one of "Europe's most liveable cities." See page 96 for details.

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Can't tear yourself away from Paris? You don't have to, with our fabulous four-day stay that includes the services of a concierge.

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Nuremberg to Budapest | 8 days from per person BRAND NEW! MS Amadeus Silver II | MS Amadeus Silver

Travel through the heart of Europe on a journey between two magnificent Old World capitals: Nuremberg, heart of the German Renaissance in the 15th and 16th centuries, and Budapest, Hungary, the Pearl of the Danube, one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. Aboard the elegant Amadeus Silver or Silver II, you’ll see these lovely cities from the most breathtaking vantage point. Venturing from the West to the East along the waltzing “Blue Danube,” you’ll discover an abundance of historical and cultural riches: the medieval Benedictine Abbey of Melk, the Imperial glories of Vienna, the spectacular Wachau wine region, and the country estates of the Habsburg elite.

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Join us and see for yourself — there is simply no better way to discover breathtaking places like Austria's Wachau Valley.

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Nuremberg, Germany Embark / Captain’s Welcome Dinner Kelheim / Regensburg Kelheim morning tour / City tour Regensburg with tour and beer tasting at Weltenburg Abbey 3 Passau City tour Passau / Your choice: all-day excursion to Salzburg or Cesky Krumlov / Linz, Austria 4 Melk / Emmersdorf Excursion through Wachau Valley and visit to Melk Abbey / Dürnstein / Cruise overnight to Vienna 5 Vienna Guided city tour / Your choice: guided tour of Art History Museum or guided tour inside Schönbrunn Palace 6 Bratislava, Slovakia City tour Bratislava / Captain’s Gala Dinner 7 Esztergom / Szentendre City tour / Evening cruise along Budapest followed by Budapest, Hungary a traditional Hungarian folklore show 8 Budapest Disembark / Return Home Escorted Finale: Add 6 days Zagreb & Lake Bled Independent Finale: Add 3 days in Budapest Port times and itineraries are subject to change. Fluctuating water levels may affect itinerary.

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FOR A TRUE TASTE OF OLD WORLD EUROPE, LINGER IN A CAFÉ … “An intangible cultural heritage” recognized by UNESCO and “…an oasis of gemütlichkeit” according to Vienna’s official online travel guide (www.wien.info), Vienna’s cafes are romantic reminders of gracious, fin-de-siecle Europe. The haze of smoke has lessened, but the high ceilings, plush upholstery, gleaming wood, and — most importantly! — unparalleled coffee and pastries remain much as they were when the intelligentsia of Europe gathered here more than century ago. Drink deep and enjoy a real taste of history!

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“Vienna without coffee would be like a latte without the milk foam.” — www.wien.info/en/ shopping-wining-dining/ coffeehouses

Vienna's famous Cafe Central has long been a favorite of the Euopean literati.

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Dom St. Peter, one of Bavaria’s grandest Gothic cathedrals, and stroll through medieval Old Town, with its narrow lanes, elegant patrician houses, charming churches, and stone towers. With some time to explore on your own, you’ll find the city and its environs a delightfully easy — and rewarding — place to explore on your own. This evening, enjoy a Bavarian folk show on board.

Day 1 Nuremberg After embarking this afternoon, settle in and enjoy a welcome cocktail party followed by dinner on board. This evening, if you’re so inclined, you might step out to get a look at Nuremburg. Infamous during WWII as the site of Hitler’s vast party rallies, the city was reduced to rubble by an Allied bombing campaign. Following the Nuremburg Trials, painstaking reconstruction began, using the original stone, and today many of the city’s main buildings, including the castle and old churches in the Alstadt, have been rebuilt. Just as importantly, over the years, Nuremberg has regained its lively Bavarian cheer. If you have time while we’re here, set out and sample a slice of the city’s acclaimed nightlife, or visit a tavern for a tankard of fresh-brewed beer.

During the Nuremberg Trials the judges' bench was equipped with a microphone, headphones and light signals, asking

Day 3 Passau/Linz, Austria

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Located at the confluence of three rivers—the Danube, Inn, and Ilz—Passau has been an important center of European trade for more than 2,500 years. It is also an ideal town for walking, filled with pastel houses, cafés, romantic cobblestone lanes, inviting riverfront promenades, and a delightful mix of Roman, Italian baroque, and German Gothic architecture. On

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Day 2 Kelheim/Regensburg This morning we arrive in Kelheim. Boasting more than 1,000 years of brewing tradition, this is a beer-lover’s paradise — in fact, the world’s oldest operating brewery/monastery is located here. We’ll end our guided tour of Kelheim with a visit to Weltenberg Monastery, where you can judge their brewing expertise. Next we cruise on to another charming Danube port of call, Regensburg. The first capital of Bavaria, home of dukes, kings, and bishops, Regensburg has been a busy trading center since Roman times — as attested to by the numerous Roman, Romanesque, and Gothic sites that complement the town’s essentially medieval character. On a guided walking tour, your guide will point out many of the highlights, including the remains of the emperor’s old Roman Wall and Porta Praetoria, the 12th-century Old Bridge, the

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One of the nicest things about cruising is that the highlights come to you! One night of our cruise we’ll enjoy a traditional Bavarian folklore show onboard ship. From polkas and yodeling to learning the traditional Schuhplattler dance, this is Bavaria at its exuberant best!

“This is the way to see Europe! Our beautiful ship glides from one fascinating destination to the next. We found the staff to be absolutely wonderful. Everyone on the ship made us feel welcome.” — Anne H.., May 2013

our guided walking tour we’ll visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a baroque masterpiece filled with statues and frescoes that is also home to the world’s largest pipe organ. We’ll also visit the 14th-century Rathaus, or Town Hall, decorated with murals depicting scenes from the Nibelungenlied, the 12th-century epic poem believed to have been composed here. Alternately, you might decide to pass on the walking tour of Passau and set off on either of two offered full-day excursions, one featuring Mozart’s lovely alpine city of Salzburg and the other to the 13th century medieval town and castle of Cesky Krumlov, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the South Bohemian region of the Czech Republic. Back on board, we’ll glide across the border into Austria, cruising to Linz. A fascinating blend of old and new, industrial and cultural, home of the Linzertorte, Linz was named a European Capital of Culture in 2009, and its blend of modern museums, daring public art installations, and charming medieval Alstadt are sure to delight.

Visit impressive Melk Abbey whose recent grand restoration was financed in part by the sale of the abbey's Gutenberg Bible to Harvard.

Day 4 Melk/Wachau Valley/ Dürnstein/Vienna Spend the morning cruising through the Wachau Valley to Emmersdorf. If you were a fan of Umberto Eco’s The Name of the Rose, you are in for a very special treat today — a visit to the 900-year-old Benedictine abbey that inspired the novel. On our guided tour we’ll see the Marble Hall, with its allegorical painted ceiling, the Imperial Rooms, and the famous library, housing more than 80,000 priceless volumes. In the afternoon, sample the vintages of the Wachau Valley at a wine tasting, ending the day with a walking tour of Dürnstein. Our guided tour will also take us by coach through the picturesque Wachau Valley, a UNESCO-designated landscape of rolling vineyards, fairy-tale castles, and ancient hilltop ruins and monasteries. Day 5 Vienna

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This afternoon, you have a choice of two Viennese treasures: join our guided tour of the Kunsthistoriches Museum (Museum of Fine Arts), housed in a festive palatial building on the Ringstrasse that is a work of art in itself; alternately, you might decide to join a guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace, the Habsburg’s 1,441-room Rococo “summer home” that has been preserved as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Day 6 Bratislava, Slovakia Welcome to Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, an Eastern European gem of a city set between the Danube and the legendary Carpathian Mountains. On our city tour we’ll take in centuries of wonderfully-preserved architecture, from the 13th-century Old Town Hall to Habsburg-era palaces and the city’s famous modern art spaces. Following lunch, we’ll set off on a trip to the outskirts of town to visit Schloss Hof, the far-from-humble country estate of Prince Eugene of Savoy, Austria’s great general and patron of the arts, who later in life hosted hunting parties here. If perhaps, you’ve had your fill of palatial treasures, you might want to wander the old town center of Bratislava on your own, or take out one of the ship’s bicycles to set off on one of the city’s numerous cycle paths. Tonight, we gather for the Captain’s gala dinner. Day 7 Budapest, Hungary Our final destination is Hungary’s capital city of Budapest. Of all the gracious cities that line the Danube, it is Budapest that truly has the river at her heart, separating the two halves of Buda and Pest, which you’ll see on our guided tours. In the morning, we’ll visit the glorious St. Matthias Church and Castle District; in the afternoon, we’ll visit the Pest side, paying our respects to Heroes Square, the elegant Opera House and Dohány Street. After dinner tonight, enjoy an evening cruise along Budapest, illuminated in all her glory, followed by a traditional Hungarian folklore show.

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With a wealth of architectural gems lining both banks of the Danube, Budapest’s bridges offer an ideal spot to take it all in. The twin-towered Chain Bridge, perhaps one of the most beautiful in the world, was the first dry link connecting the two halves of the city — to cross it, wealthy nobles were required to pay a toll!

Day 8 Budapest After breakfast this morning, transfer to the airport for your return flight home, unless you’ve decided to finish off your cruise in style with an escorted or independent Finale. Paprika is the

With so much to see and do in Budapest, consider our three-day independent Finale featuring a stay at the famous Corinthia Budapest with the services of your own concierge and a walking tour of the city. If you have more time, join our escorted 6-day tour of the surrounding region, starting with a walking tour of Budapest before discovering two unspoiled gems, Zagreb and Lake Bled.

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quintessential ingredient in Hungarian cuisine. Sprinkling it over dishes may improve their appearance, but does little for their flavor. This pungent spice only releases its color and flavor when heated. Enjoy!

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If Prague is on your “wish list”, let us show you all her charms along with two neighboring European gems that are sure to enchant. See page 101 for details.

Treat yourself to the spectacular scenic beauty of Zagreb and Lake Bled, a hidden jewel of a city where East meets West.

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Go solo with a stay in the heart of one of Europe’s great capitals, or join an escorted tour delving deeper into the culture.

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See page 100 for details.

This cruise combines with our Rhine Medley to become Concerto of Castles

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4 DAYS PRAGUE

3 DAYS BUDAPEST

from only $750 per person

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Get to know one of Europe’s oldest and loveliest — and, thankfully, best-preserved — Old World cities.

Once you’ve glimpsed the beauties of “the Pearl of the Danube,” you’ll want to add a few days to savor it all.

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Charles Bridge, Prague.

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Amsterdam to Nuremberg | 8 days from per person BRAND NEW! MS Amadeus Silver II | MS Amadeus Silver

The colorful saga of European history will sing to you as you travel along several of the continent’s most important waterways, from the tulip fields of Holland, through the legendary Rhine Gorge, to picture-perfect villages along the Main River, and the extraordinary Rhine-Main-Danube Canal, the centuries-in-the-making realization of Charlemagne’s dream, creating one waterway running from the North Sea to the Black Sea. Filled with fascinating history, ancient legends, and breathtaking scenery, our Rhine Medley is the ideal way to see the role “Old Father Rhine” and its tributaries have played in the blossoming of western civilization. Better still, you’ll experience it all while enjoying the height of civilized travel, aboard your floating hotel.

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With a restored or ruined castle at every bend for mile after mile, the Rhine Gorge is one of the world's most scenic stretches of river.

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1 Amsterdam Embark / Captain’s Welcome Reception & Dinner 2 Amsterdam City tour of Amsterdam with canal boat cruise / Utrecht 3 Cologne Guided tour of Cologne with visit to Cathedral 4 Rüdesheim Cruise the Rhine Gorge past the Lorelei Rock / Rüdesheim walking tour with lunch at a local restaurant and Rüdesheimer coffee-tasting 5 Miltenberg/Wertheim Walking tours of Miltenberg & Wertheim 6 Wurzburg/Rotheburg Walking tours of Wurzburg featuring visit to Residenz / Excursion along Romantic Road to Rothenburg / Captain’s Gala Dinner 7 Bamberg Walking tour of Bamberg 8 Nuremberg Disembark / Return Home Escorted Finale: Add 6 days Dresden & Berlin Independent Finale: Add 4 days in Prague

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Towers and turrets, flowers and fountains, half-timbered buildings and cobbled streets made for leisurely strolling — nothing could be more romantic, or more thoroughly gemütlichkeit, than lovely Rothenburg. Indulge your inner knight with a stroll along the old city wall or browse among the inviting shops and taverns that have been making travelers fall in love for centuries.

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GEMÜTLICHKEIT by the gulp-ful According to one local legend, Rothenburg once narrowly escaped being sacked when the mayor was able to win a bet with the invaders that he could drink an enormous tub of beer in one gulp.

Discover Rothenburg, a picture-perfect medieval town.

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Day 1 Amsterdam, the Netherlands If you haven’t joined us from either of our independent Brussels or escorted Paris & Ghent Preludes, we will pick you up at the airport or train on your included transfer to your ship, the Amadeus Silver or Silver II. Your cruise begins in Amsterdam, with time to settle into your cabin and unpack before joining your fellow passengers and crew for a welcome reception and festive dinner. We’ll be docked overnight here in Amsterdam, so if you’re up for it, feel free to head out and sample some of the city’s famous nightlife.

other historic site in Germany — its celebrated Shrine of the Three Kings is said to contain the remains of the Three Wise Men. We’ll explore the Cathedral and see the city’s other highlights on a guided walking tour, after which you are free to explore further on your own. In the evening, we’ll go out for a taste of the nightlife with dinner at a local restaurant.

Cologne is Germany's fourth largest city with a population of over 1.8 million people. The historic center is easily walkable, however,

Day 4 The Rhine Gorge: Koblenz to Rüdesheim, Germany On a guided morning walking tour of the charming town of Koblenz, we’ll explore the Aldstadt, with its lovely squares, medieval churches, baroque residences, and charming wine taverns.

and you'd have a hard time believeing its such a big city while visiting.

Day 2 Amsterdam/Utrecht This morning’s city tour of Amsterdam includes a canal boat tour — the ideal way to explore this charming, colorful capital. Full of canals and cafés, houseboats and bicycles, with masterpieces of art and architecture at every corner, Amsterdam is truly a city like no other. From its roots as a small fishing village, it rose to become a world power during the Dutch Golden Age, the leading center for finance and diamonds. Today it remains one of the world’s most vibrant cities, home to more than 170 different nationalities. Leaving Amsterdam, we’ll stop in Utrecht to join our ship, sailing on through the afternoon and evening to Cologne, Germany. Day 3 Cologne, Germany Today we’ll explore the treasures of Cologne, Germany’s fourth-largest city and an important trading center since Roman times. Keep an eye open as Cologne Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Germany’s most visited landmark, looms to greet us. The largest Gothic church in Northern Europe, the cathedral’s treasures draw more visitors than any

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In the seventies houseboats became a new phenomenon in the Dutch canals. A houseboat has everything a normal house has; a living room, kitchen, bedroom, toilet, bathroom and often a small terrace. The only difference is that the owners live on the water and see the canal tours and other boats pass by their window. Holland counts many houseboats, but Amsterdam holds the record with approximately 2500 houseboats. — holland.com

After lunch and coffee tasting in Rüdesheim, we'll have an exclusive visit to a local museum. If you prefer, set off and explore Rüdesheim on your own, perhaps strolling along the Drosselgasse, the lively 15th-century street of restaurants and wine taverns running through the heart of the Old Town, or setting off on one of the ship’s complimentary bicycles to see a little of the countryside like one of the locals.

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Mile after mile they appear, taking you from awed to overwhelmed: welcome to the Rhine Gorge, where some 40 hilltop castles and fortresses stand witness to more than 1000 years of history. Abandoned, rediscovered by the Romantics, restored and reconstructed in the 19th century, they are one of the world’s greatest treasures — and a highlight of your journey that you will never forget.

Our visit to Rüdesheim includes a guided tour of Siegfried's enchanting collection of selfplaying music cabinets, calliopes, pianos, and other instruments from the 19th and early

Next you are in for what is undoubtedly the highlight of every Rhine cruise: a journey through the fabled Rhine Gorge, one of the most picture-perfect stretches of river in all of Europe, with hilltop castles, terraced vineyards, and wonderfully preserved medieval villages. In fact, the entire Upper Middle Rhine Valley has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site — an ideal blend of manmade marvels and dramatic physical beauty that has been a major tourist attraction since the Romantics made it all the rage in the 19th century, Works like Heinrich Heine’s famous poem, Lorelei, and Richard Wagner’s opera, Gotterdammerung, were inspired here — as you are sure to be as you cruise past the Lorelei Rock. You’ll learn about the legend of the Lorelei and her siren song that lured unwary sailors and feel the power of the looming Rock as we glide safely on our way.

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Today we leave the Rhine to cruise the Main River, delving deeper into the heart of the region called Franconia. Known to the Romans as “Moenus” and called “Meune” in the epic poem Song of the Nibelungs, the Main (pronounced “Mine”) carries travelers through a breathtakingly beautiful landscape and literally back in time, from modern Mainz to traditional, medieval towns where wine and leather goods are still the primary trades and castles, churches, and picturesque ruins dot the hillsides. Here we’ll explore two picturesque Bavarian villages that have thrived on income from river traffic: Miltenberg and Wertheim. On a guided walk through Miltenberg you’ll see ample evidence of its affluence through the ages, from its lovely medieval and Renaissance homes to the Gothic splendor of its Merchant Hall. Later we’ll walk through neighboring Wertheim, with its overlapping, half-timbered houses, winding streets, and shops filled with art made by the town’s glassblowers, famed around the world for their beautiful Christmas decorations and distinctive round, flattened glass bottles in which the local Franconian wines are sold.

Day 6 Würzburg/Rothenburg All the pomp and pageantry of medieval Europe come alive today in beautiful Würzburg, the Pearl of Germany’s Romantic Road. Surrounded by sloping hills covered with vineyards, crowned by the ancient stones of Marienberg Fortress, Wurzburg is where the powerful prince-bishops of the 18th century built their “Franconian Rome,” a city of wealth and beauty. The highlight of our guided tour here is a visit to the magnificent Residenz, a

Residenz, former home of Bamberg’s powerful bishops, and the stunning 11th-century cathedral that holds the tomb of Pope Clement II. If you wish, feel free to explore Bamberg’s charms further on your own: a stroll through the romantically lit streets offers a rare chance to step back in time. Day 8 Nuremberg This morning it is time to bid your fellow cruisers goodbye and disembark for your return flight home — or the next stage in your European adventure.

To find the very heart of Bamberg, you need to go beneath the old cathedral — to the Historical Brewery Tavern Schlenkerla. Here monks, merchants,

Rudesheim's Drosselgasse has been wowing shoppers for centuries.

UNESCO World Heritage treasure considered one of the most important baroque palaces in Europe. A synthesis of German, Imperial, and French architectural styles, the result is an utterly unique masterpiece. The palace’s sweeping staircase and breathtaking ceiling frescoes by Tiepolo miraculously survived the bombs which leveled much of Würzburg at the end of World War II — the meticulous reconstruction of this beautiful and historic city is literally a story you must see to believe!

Spend 4 days exploring Prague on your own on our independent Finale or join our escorted 5-day Finale that includes a walking tour of Nuremburg before travelling to historic Dresden and Berlin.

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musicians, and many a thirsty traveler have stopped for a worldfamous Rauchbier, or Smokebeer, Bamberg's specialty brew.

From Wurzburg we set off on an excursion along Germany’s famous Romantic Road to Rothenburg, known as Europe’s “most fairytale town,” with its Gothic cathedral, towered walls, and gabled houses, for a walking tour followed by some time at leisure. Back on board ship this evening, gather to celebrate your Rhine adventures at the Captain’s Gala Dinner. Day 7 Bamberg It’s possible you might recognize our destination today, even if you have never been here before — picture-perfect Bamberg is the epitome of a prosperous medieval town, its entire Old Town a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On our guided tour we’ll explore the town’s historic sites, including the 17th-century Neue

Explore the best of Bamberg on our guided tour.

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Eat, drink, and discover one of Europe’s loveliest, liveliest capitals, full of Old World treasures and modern energy.

We make it easy to get to know one of Europe’s oldest and loveliest — and, thankfully, bestpreserved — Old World cities.

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Passau to Budapest | 8 days from BRAND NEW! MS Amadeus Silver II

Take a dash of Bavaria, add one of the world’s most beautiful stretches of river, throw in a pinch of Mozart’s Salzburg, and blend in a mix of Western and Eastern European cultures — the result is this Bohemian rhapsody of a trip through the very heart of Old World Europe. Romantic castles, medieval monasteries, Renaissance palaces, Imperial capitals, lush vineyards and orchards, and picture-perfect villages unfold at every bend of the Danube as she travels from Passau, Germany, through Austria, Slovakia, and on to glorious Budapest, Hungary.

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1 Passau Embark / Captain’s Welcome Reception & Dinner 2 Regensburg City tour Regensburg with tour and beer tasting at Weltenburg Abbey 3 Passau City tour Passau / Your choice: all-day excursion to Salzburg or Cesky Krumlov / Linz, Austria 4 Melk / Emmersdorf Excursion through Wachau Valley and visit to Melk Abbey / Weissenkirchen / Cruise overnight to Vienna 5 Vienna Guided city tour / Your choice: guided tour of Art History Museum or guided tour inside Schönbrunn Palace 6 Bratislava, Slovakia City tour Bratislava / Captain’s Gala Dinner 7 Esztergom / Szentendre City tour / Evening cruise along Budapest followed by Budapest, Hungary a traditional Hungarian folklore show 8 Budapest Disembark / Return Home Escorted Finale: Add 6 days Zagreb & Lake Bled Independent Finale: Add 3 days in Budapest Port times and itineraries are subject to change. Fluctuating water levels may affect itinerary.

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GEMÜTLICHKEIT at its height If “gemütlichkeit” can be said to have a birthplace, it must have been in the Alps, where nature offers the ideal setting for a lifestyle centered around warmth, coziness, and the art of living well.

Sound of Music SPEND A DAY IN MAGICAL SALZBURG, WHERE THE HILLS ARE ALIVE WITH THE SOUND OF MUSIC

You don’t have to look far for inspiration in Salzburg. Set between the fast-flowing Salzach River and the snow-tipped Alps, full of baroque churches and the lavish homes of the great prince-bishops, perhaps it is Salzburg’s sheer beauty that has made it such a wellspring of artistic achievement. Whether your heart lifts to Mozart or Julie Andrews, your spirit is sure to be singing in Salzburg.

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Dance, as Maria and the children did, around the Pegasus Fountain in Salzburg's magnificent Mirabell Gardens.

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Day 1 Passau, Germany If you haven’t joined us from either our independent Prelude hotel stay in Prague or from our seven-night escorted Prelude featuring Warsaw, Krakow & Prague, then we will pick you up at the closest airport or train on your included transfer. Your cruise begins in the delightful Bavarian city of Passau. After embarking this afternoon, settle into your cabin. Later, we’ll gather for a welcome cocktail party followed by dinner on board, enjoying panoramic views of the city and its beautiful — and strategic — location at the meeting of the Danube, Inn and Ilz Rivers.

Day 3 Passau//Salzburg or Cesky Krumlov/Linz, Austria Passau’s wealth and prestige grew throughout the centuries with the trading of salt — the “white gold” of central Europe — and the rise of Christianity; at its height, Passau was the largest bishopric in the Holy Roman Empire. Today the Old Town, or Alstadt, with its Italianate baroque buildings and narrow lanes, arches, and tunnels, remains much as it was during the reign of Passau’s powerful prince-bishops. On our guided walking tour you’ll see St. Stephen’s Cathedral, home to the world’s largest pipe organ, as well as the 14thcentury Rathaus, or Town Hall, decorated with murals depicting scenes from the Middle High German epic poem, the Nibelungenlied, believed to have been composed here. Lunch is included.

With 17,774 pipes, 233 registers, and six consoles, St. Stephen’s Cathedral in Passau is the largest organ in Europe. The organ consists of five separate parts requiring more than 74 miles of cable laid in the attic to connect them.

Day 2 Regensburg Today you will walk through thousands of years of history — as its many remarkable Roman, Romanesque, and medieval splendors attest, Regensburg has been a popular spot since the days of Marcus Aurelius and his Roman troops. On a guided walking tour, you’ll see the remains of the emperor’s old Roman Wall and Porta Praetoria, the 12th-century Old Bridge, the Dom St. Peter, one of Bavaria’s grandest Gothic cathedrals, and stroll through medieval Old Town, with its narrow lanes, elegant patrician houses, charming churches, and stone towers. Following lunch on board, we’ll tour Weltenberg Monastery, where you can taste 1,000 years of brewing expertise. With some time to explore on your own, you’ll find the city and its environs a delightfully easy — and rewarding — place to explore on your own. This evening, enjoy a Bavarian folk show on board.

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When the laborers working on Regensburg’s Cathedral and Stone Bridge in the 12th century needed a lunch break, they headed to the Historic Sausage Tavern (Historische Wurtsküche) — as should you, if you want an authentic Bavarian treat. The house specialty is a caraway seed roll filled with fried sausages, home-made sauerkraut, and mustard — it’s gemütlich-licking good! During your free time you might stop in for a taste!

ing, the Imperial Rooms, and the famous library, housing more than 80,000 priceless volumes. Our guided tour will also take us by coach through the picturesque Wachau Valley, a UNESCO-designated landscape of rolling vineyards, fairy-tale castles, and ancient hilltop ruins and monasteries. Following our tour, we’ll rejoin the ship in Weissenkirchen and sail on to Vienna. Day 5 Vienna

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On a tour of Schonnbrunn Palace you are literally following in the footsteps of some of Europe’s greatest luminaries: the emperor Franz Josef, Napoleon Bonaparte, even Mozart, who performed for the seven-year-old Marie Antoinette and the Empress Maria Theresa in the Hall of Mirrors here in 1762. The breathtaking sweep of Austria’s imperial legacy comes gloriously to life, as does its love of the baroque — with 1441 rooms in all, the palace’s opulence is matched only by the surrounding gardens and parks, offering the ideal setting to this magnificent UNESCO world treasure.

This morning you awake in Vienna. After breakfast on board, start off on a guided city tour featuring all the highlights. We’ll travel the Ringstrasse, past one baroque masterpiece after another, take a walk through the gardens of royalty in the Hofburg, and stroll along Austria’s “5th Avenue,” the Kaernterstrasse, to see St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Afterwards, you may return to the ship for lunch or stay in town to sample Austria’s Imperial capital for yourself. This afternoon, you have a choice of two Viennese treasures: join our guided tour of the Kunsthistoriches Museum, or Museum of Fine Arts, housed in a festive palatial building on the Ringstrasse that is a work of art in itself; alternately, you might decide to join a guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace. Day 6 Bratislava, Slovakia

"The folklore shows on the ship are the best! I wish we could take them home with us." — T & K Allen, CA

Alternately, you might decide to pass on the walking tour of Passau and set off on either of two offered full-day excursions, one featuring Mozart’s lovely alpine city of Salzburg and the other to the 13th century medieval town and castle of Cesky Krumlov, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the South Bohemian region of the Czech Republic. Day 4 Melk/Wachau Valley/ Weissenkirchen/Vienna From Emmersdorf, we head to Melk through the Wachau Valley. If you were a fan of Umberto Eco’s The Name of the Rose, you are in for a very special treat today — a visit to the 900-year-old Benedictine abbey that inspired the novel. On our guided tour we’ll see the Marble Hall, with its allegorical painted ceil-

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Welcome to Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, an Eastern European gem of a city set between the Danube and the legendary Carpathian Mountains. On our city tour we’ll take in centuries of wonderfully-preserved architecture, from the 13th-century Old Town Hall to Habsburg-era palaces and the city’s famous modern art spaces. Following lunch, we’ll set off on a trip to the outskirts of town to visit Schloss Hof, the far-from-humble country estate of Prince Eugene of Savoy, Austria’s great general and patron of the arts, who later in life hosted hunting parties here. If perhaps, you’ve had your fill of palatial treasures, you might want to wander the old town center of Bratislava on your own, or take out one of the ship’s bicycles to set off on one of the city’s numerous cycle paths. Tonight, we gather for the Captain’s gala dinner.

dinner tonight, enjoy an evening cruise along Budapest, illuminated in all her glory, followed by a traditional Hungarian folklore show. Day 8 Budapest After breakfast this morning, transfer to the airport for your return flight home, unless you’ve decided to finish off your cruise in style with an escorted or independent Finale.

Poor Sisi! Although she did not return the passionate love of her husband,

Step back into the Middle Ages in charming Bratislava.

Day 7 Esztergom/Szentendre/ Budapest, Hungary From Slovakia we travel next into Hungary, Europe’s hidden jewel. With its exotic culture and cuisine, abundance of thermal hot springs and spas, and wealth of architectural marvels, Hungary is a traveler’s idyll. Get your first taste of Hungary in Esztergom, the original capital and seat of the Hungarian Catholic Church, before traveling on to the artists’ colony of Szentendre, a town that has been populated since the Stone Age. Today it is a popular spot for souvenir shopping, but a stroll through town will also reward you with countless treasures: beautiful old churches and homes, cobblestone streets, museums and galleries, and breathtaking views of the Danube and the tree-lined banks on the far side of the river.

With so much to see and do in Budapest, consider our three-day independent Finale featuring a stay at the famous Hotel Corinthia Budapest, with the services of your own concierge and a walking tour of the city. If you have more time, join our escorted 6-day tour of the surrounding region, starting with a walking tour of Budapest before heading to beautiful Zagreb, Croatia and Lake Bled.

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the Emperor Franz Josef, and resented the stifling atmosphere of the Habsburg court, Elizabeth, known as Sisi, reigned the longest of any Empress of Austria — 44 years, before she was assassinated in 1898.

While we lunch on board, we’ll cruise to our final destination, Hungary’s capital city of Budapest. Of all the gracious cities that line the Danube, it is Budapest that truly has the river at her heart, separating the two halves of Buda and Pest, which you’ll see on our city tour that takes in the highlights: St. Stephen’s Basilica, the Dohány Street Synagogue, the Hungarian National Museum, the Opera House, the Parliament Building, and the UNESCO-designated Castle Hill district, home to the glorious St. Matthias Church. After Fishermen's Bastion, Budapest's real-life, fairy-tale castle.

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If Prague is on your “wish list," let us show you all her charms along with two neighboring European gems that are sure to enchant.

Treat yourself to the spectacular scenic beauty of Zagreb and Lake Bled a hidden jewel of a city where East meets West.

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Get to know one of Europe’s oldest and loveliest — and, thankfully, best-preserved — Old World cities.

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• 8 -day river cruise with large, outside river-view stateroom featuring French Balconies • 7 Cultural Enrichment shore excursions with local expert guides in small groups • Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets • Services of an experienced Cruise Director • Services of an Onboard Concierge, dedicated to the independent experience seeker • Gourmet dining with all meals included – 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners featuring fine local ingredients and regional specialties • Welcome Aboard cocktail reception & dinner and Captain’s Farewell gala dinner • A featured off-ship meal and cultural events • Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every dinner on board

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Does your heart lift at the sound of sleighbells? Do your eyes light up at the sight of Christmas lights and ornaments? Come enjoy all the things you love most about the holidays, in the places where the traditions first began! Shop the Christkindlmarkets of Germany’s legendary Rhine River, where carols, lights, snow, and the smell of fresh-baked gingerbread and dozens of other traditional delights fill the air — there is simply no better time to visit the heart of Europe than when her heart warms for the holidays.

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While it may be hard to say which is more beautiful, the market or the medieval setting, the combination is irresistible.

Start your cruise with our 3-day independent Prelude to Zurich featuring a centrally-located hotel with the services of your own concierge, a walking tour of the city, and visit to the Christmas Market.

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Day 5 Cochem Our walking tour of Cochem includes the medieval town gate and market place and a visit to a tavern for a wine tasting session, with afternoon at leisure to shop the beautiful Christmas market.

The Rhine Valley has been one of

Day 6 Cologne

Embark ship in Basel this afternoon; later gather for a welcome cocktail reception and festive dinner. Day 2 Strasbourg, France

— small wonder that Christmas has inspired some of their most magical

Disembark after breakfast today for your return home — or the start of a festive holiday Finale!

creations!

Add our 3-day independent Finale to Brussels featuring a centrally-located hotel with the services of your own concierge and a walking tour of the city, and visit to the Christmas Market.

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Day 4 Rüdesheim/Koblenz Our morning walking tour of Rudesheim includes a visit to Siegfried’s Musical Cabinet, followed by time to shop the Christmas market. Later, on board, relax and let some of the Rhine’s most spectacular scenery unfold as you cruise past hilltop castles and fortresses, terraced vineyards, and the famous Loreley Rock. Our destination is Koblenz, another beautiful and historic town with an irresistible Christmas market. After our guided walking tour you’ll have time to explore further on your own.

centers for centuries

Day 7 Cologne

Today you can join a walking tour of Speyer followed by visit to its Christmas market or visit Heidelberg, home of Germany’s oldest university, founded in 1386. Our guided tour includes Heidelberg’s imposing castle, a red sandstone ruin overlooking the Neckar, followed by a walk through the historic quarter, the market place and, of course, the city’s beautiful and bustling Christmas market.

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Our city tour of Strasbourg includes the European Parliament, a tour inside the famous Cathedral, with its carvings as delicate as any piece of lacework, and the old city center, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Christmas market here – one of France’s oldest - is well worth a visit too! Later we’ll enjoy a “Wintry Alsace and Obernai” excursion, driving through the romantic winter landscapes of Alsace to Obernai, where we stroll through the beautifully decorated old quarter, the centerpiece of which is its famous life-sized crèche, which has been put up in the market place each year for centuries.

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On a walking tour of Cologne we’ll explore the central old quarter, the cathedral and town hall, and the old city walls and gate. In the afternoon you can explore Cologne on your own and feel the magic of the advent on the Christmas market.

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Rekindle your sense of wonder and re-awaken your inner child as you visit the places where our most cherished holiday traditions all began

NUTCRACKERS

VISIT 8 CHRISTMAS MARKETS

One of the Christmas market’s most popular figures is the Nutracker, first developed around 1870, and a famous symbol of the Erzgebirge area south of Dresden.

Starting the last week in November and open nearly every day until a day or two before Christmas Eve, Germany’s Christmas markets are usually set up in the town or city center. In addition to being the best place to shop for traditional Christmas ornaments, gifts, lighting, and decorations, they offer the ideal opportunity to enjoy a hot cup of Glühwein and a bratwurst!

GLÜHWEIN

CHRISTMAS TREES

GERMAN STOLLEN

One of the most popular stands at the market is usually the Glühwein Stand, serving traditional mulled wine, made from red wine combined with spices such as cinnamon sticks, vanilla pods, cloves, citrus, and sugar. Ask for it with a “Schuss,” or shot or rum or liqueur, for extra warming power.

The first decorated trees were adorned with apples, white candy canes (symbolizing the staffs of the shepherds), and pastries in the shapes of stars, hearts, and flowers. Glass ornaments were first made in the Dresden region, around 400 years ago.

The Stollen, or Christmas cake, is one of the oldest and longest culinary traditions in German history, mentioned as far back as 1329, when one was given as a Christmas gift to a Bishop. According to legend, the Stollen’s shape is supposed to remind people of the baby Jesus.

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In addition to glass ornaments, exquisitely-wrought straw figures are also popular.

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• 7 -day river cruise with large, outside river-view stateroom featuring French Balconies • 7 Cultural Enrichment shore excursions with local expert guides and visits to 8 Christmas markets • Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets • Services of an experienced Cruise Director • Services of an Onboard Concierge, dedicated to the independent experience seeker • Gourmet dining with all meals included – 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 6 dinners featuring fine local ingredients and regional specialties • Welcome Aboard cocktail reception & dinner and Captain’s Farewell gala dinner • A featured off-ship meal and cultural events • Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe's famous wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every dinner on board

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Kick off your holiday feasting with fondue in Zurich, a pictureperfect alpine city dedicated to the art of good living. Our Finale includes 2 nights in a centrally-located hotel with a daily breakfast, Concierge services, a city walk and visit to the Christmas market..

Not done shopping? Don’t miss Brussels’ popular Christmas market, featuring 240 wooden chalets decorated like gingerbread houses! Our fabulous Finale includes 2 nights in a centrally-located hotel with a daily breakfast, Concierge services, a city walk and visit to the Christmas market.

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When Austrian “gemutlichkeit” meets traditional holiday cheer, even the oldest and most cynical heart is reborn, as you will surely appreciate when you come with us to celebrate the season of Advent in Austria and southern Germany. Find meaning and magic in timeless traditions as you sample the riches of the waltzing Danube, where old town squares and medieval castles offer the ideal backdrop for the lights, carols, and festive atmosphere of the Christkindlmarkets that have been doing seasonal business here since the 14th century.

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The Christmas market at Schönbrunn Palace — a shopping experience fit for a king!

Start your cruise with our 3-day independent Prelude to Vienna featuring a centrally-located hotel with the services of your own concierge, a walking tour of the city, and visit to the Christmas Market.

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Day 1 Vienna, Austria Embark ship in Vienna this afternoon. Tonight enjoy a welcome cocktail reception and festive dinner. Day 2 Vienna Enjoy a glimpse into the magnificence of the Habsburg empire on our guided tour of Vienna’s most important sights, driving along the Ringstrasse into the Schwarzenbergplatz, passing by the Karlskirche and Vienna’s stunning opera house en route to the city’s famous St. Stephan’s cathedral. Later, we’ll visit to Schönbrunn Castle and its fairy-tale Christmas market, followed in the evening by a Vienna by night tour capped off with a visit to the city’s Christmas market, lit up in all its glittering finery!

Back on board this evening, gather for the Captain’s Farewell Dinner. Day 6 Nuremberg

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Our city tour of Nuremburg includes the city’s fairytale 900-year-old ramparts, the Imperial Castle and the Justice Palace — and, of course, its Christmas market. one of Germany’s largest and most famous, with 180 candy cane striped stalls.

Santa Claus … The Christkind, or "Christ-child," was promoted by Martin Luther's Protestant

Day 7 Nuremberg

Reformation to

Disembark after breakfast today for your return home — or the start of a festive holiday Finale!

challenge the figure of the Catholic St. Nicholas, and remains the

Top off your cruise with our 3-day independent Finale to Munich featuring a centrally-located hotel with the services of your own concierge, a walking tour of the city, and visit to the Christmas Market.

traditional giftbringer in many regions of Austria, Germany, and throughout Europe

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today.

Day 3 Melk/Emmersdorf/Wachau Valley Today’s excursion through the Wachau District begins with a walk through the lovely wine village of Dürnstein and a drive through the picturesque countryside to the 900-year old Benedictine abbey of Melk. Our guided tour of Melk Abbey includes the famous library and, if we’re lucky, a short organ recital in the abbey church before enjoying a glass of Glühwein at a local restaurant.

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Day 4 Passau, Germany See the highlights of lovely Passau on a guided walking tour, followed by plenty of time to visit the lively Christmas market.

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Day 5 Regensburg Enchanting Regensburg is one of the bestpreserved medieval cities in Germany, home to a wealth of gorgeous cathedrals, churches, monasteries, and one of the oldest bridges spanning the Danube. See the highlights on our guided walking tour that concludes with time for shopping at the Christmas market.

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TRADITIONS IN AUSTRIA

Rediscover old traditions and new delights in Austria and Germany's Christkindlmarkets — happy holidays, indeed!

ADVENT

“STILLE NACHT, HEILIGE NACHT”

Celebrating Advent is an important part of Christmas in Austria, and Advent calendars are a popular item at the markets, ranging from simple paper calendars to elaborate three-dimensional creations holding candy and toys.

Silent Night, Holy Night. one of the world’s favorite Christmas carols, was written in 1816 by Joseph Mohr, a young priest. Franz Zaver Gruber, a teacher and organist in the village of Anrsdorf, put the poem to music and premiered the carol on December 24, 1818 in St. Nicholas Church in Oberndorf, near Salzburg.

MUSIC BOXES

GINGERBREAD HOUSES

LEBKUCHEN

Music boxes have been a popular toy for hundreds of years; today you can browse hundreds of samples, all playing assorted music and Christmas tunes and decorated in a variety of themes such as angels, the Holy Story, the Nativity, fairy tale motifs, and more.

German children love to build “Witch Houses,” like the one in the story of Hansel and Gretel, with squares of Lebkuchen and lots of icing and sweets. Shop the market for the ingredients or buy one fully made up.

Lebkuchen, the traditional German baked Christmas treat similar to gingerbread, was invented by Franconian monks around the 13th century. They became famous in 1487 when emperor Friedrich III handed out nearly 4,000, all bearing his printed portrait, to the children of Nurenberg.

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There is simply no more magical time to visit Vienna than the holidays!

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Vienna boasts 12 different Christmas markets — sample them all before you cruise with our 3-day extension featuring accommodations at a centrallylocated hotel, the services of a Concierge, and a walking tour to introduce you to Vienna and its riches.

Enjoy still more Bavarian cheer along with the chance to shop dozens of Christmas markets with our 3-day stay in lively Munich. Enjoy 2 nights accommodations at a centrallylocated hotel, the services of a Concierge, and a walking tour to help get you acquainted with Munich’s many delights.

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The Netherlands, Germany & France

COMBO CRUISE The Rhine & Rhone Rivers

PERFECT DUET $5,450

Amsterdam to Arles | 15 days from per person BRAND NEW! MS Amadeus Silver II | MS Amadeus Symphony

Can’t decide between Rieslings and Burgundies? Join us on an epicurean’s dream trip and sample the best of Germany and French cultures! Combining our Classical Rhine and Southern France Sonata cruises, this unforgettable adventure is a veritable European smorgasbord, including the cheeses of Holland, the beers, wines, and sausages of the Rhine Valley, the delicacies of Strasbourg, and the fabled vineyards of the South of France. Bon appétit!

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The colorful saga of European history will make your senses sing as you travel along several of the continent’s most important waterways, from the tulip fields of Holland and down the legendary Rhine … read more on pages 22-29.

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Inclusions

• 15-day river cruise with large, outside river-view stateroom featuring French Balconies • 15 Cultural Enrichment shore excursions with local expert guides in small groups • Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets • Services of an experienced Cruise Director • Services of an Onboard Concierge, dedicated to the independent experience seeker • Gourmet dining with all meals included – 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners featuring fine local ingredients and regional specialties • Welcome Aboard cocktail reception & dinner and Captain’s Farewell gala dinner • A featured off-ship meal and cultural events • Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every dinner on board

Cochem, Germany

Dutch cheese

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October 15, 2015

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$5,450

$6,450

$7,050

$9,050

$5,450

$6,450

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6 DAYS PARIS & GHENT from only $1,850 per person

Discover the best of Paris, FrenchFlemish Lille, and the medieval beauties of Bruges, Brussels, and Ghent, cities whose fortunes blossomed with the rise of trade along Europe’s great rivers.

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6 DAYS AIX-ENPROVENCE & BARCELONA from only $2,150 per person

From van Gogh and Cezanne to Dali and Gaudi, discover the artists, art, and landscapes of southern France and Spain. See page 97 for details.

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Eat, drink, and discover one of Europe’s loveliest, liveliest capitals, full of Old World treasures and modern energy.

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4 DAYS BARCELONA from only $950 per person

Get to know Barcelona, one of Europe’s liveliest and most exuberantly artistic cities. See page 92 for details.

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France

COMBO CRUISE The Seine & Rhone Rivers

FRENCH ENSEMBLE $5,950

Paris to Provence | 15 days from per person MS Amadeus Symphony | MS Amadeus Diamond

From the fortified towers of Rouen to the sunny Riviera, France is a country of a thousand tantalizing faces, as you will see when you combine our Seine Symphony and Southern France Sonata cruises. Discover the distinct cultures and cuisines of Normandy and Provence, drink in the delights of Paris, and follow in the footsteps of van Gogh, Cezanne, Monet, and centuries of great artists who have found inspiration here.

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Discover some of Europe’s most tantalizing delights: Brussels, Bruges, Ghent, Lille, the Chateau de Versailles, and the moving World War I monuments of Belleau Wood and Chateau Thierry. See page 99 for details. Independent Prelude:

4 DAYS PARIS from only $950 per person

No visit to France would be complete without a stay in the “City of Light,” one of the most romantic cities in the world.

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From van Gogh and Cezanne to Dali and Gaudi, discover the artists, art, and landscapes of southern France and Spain. See page 97 for details.

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France, The Netherlands, Germany

COMBO CRUISE The Seine, Main & Rhine Rivers

EUROPEAN OVERTURE $5,950

Paris to Nuremberg | 15 days from per person BRAND NEW! MS Amadeus Silver II | MS Amadeus Diamond

From the orchards of Normandy to the canals of Holland and the castles of the Rhine Gorge, join us on a spectacular journey through some of Europe’s most beautiful and historic places. The tapestry of Europe’s colorful past comes vividly alive in medieval town squares, Benedictine abbeys, ancient castles, and taverns and wineries lining the Seine, the waterways of Holland, and the fabled Rhine — come experience it for yourself!

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Inclusions

• 15-day river cruise with large, outside river-view stateroom featuring French Balconies • 16 Cultural Enrichment shore excursions with local expert guides in small groups • Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets • Services of an experienced Cruise Director • Services of an Onboard Concierge, dedicated to the independent experience seeker • Gourmet dining with all meals included – 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners featuring fine local ingredients and regional specialties • Welcome Aboard cocktail reception & dinner and Captain’s Farewell gala dinner • A featured off-ship meal and cultural events • Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every dinner on board

Etretat, France

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

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June 25, 2015 (SB)

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6 DAYS BRUSSELS & CHANTILLY

6 DAYS DRESDEN & BERLIN

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Discover the timeless spirits of Dresden and Berlin, proudly reclaiming centuries of gracious history.

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4 DAYS PARIS from only $950 per person

No visit to France would be complete without a stay in the “City of Light,” one of the most romantic cities in the world.

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4 DAYS PRAGUE from only $950 per person

We make it easy to get to know one of Europe’s oldest and loveliest — and, thankfully, bestpreserved — Old World cities. See page 92 for details.

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The Rhine, Main & Danube Rivers

CONCERTO OF CASTLES $5,450

Amsterdam to Budapest | 15 days from per person BRAND NEW! MS Amadeus Silver II | MS Amadeus Silver

The castles lining the banks of the Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers are living testaments to the splendor of European history — see all the highlights on this cruise combining the wonders of the Rhine with the delights of the Danube. Sample the heights of western civilization, from dynamic Amsterdam to Old World Budapest, as you travel in grand style aboard your very own “floating castle,” designed to put the best of Europe at your fingertips.

NE TH E RLANDS Amsterdam

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Bratislava

AUS TR IA

Budapest

HUN GA RY

Lake Bled 3

S LOVEN IA

I TA LY

Rhine Medley, p.54

Vienna

S LOV A KIA

Zagreb C R OATIA

Danube Waltz, p.46 Travel through the heart of Europe on a journey between two magnificent Old World capitals: Nuremberg, heart of the German Renaissance, and Budapest, Pearl of the Danube … get all the details on pages 46-53.

Inclusions

• 15-day river cruise with large, outside river-view stateroom featuring French Balconies • 19 Cultural Enrichment shore excursions with local expert guides in small groups • Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets • Services of an experienced Cruise Director • Services of an Onboard Concierge, dedicated to the independent experience seeker • Gourmet dining with all meals included – 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners featuring fine local ingredients and regional specialties • Welcome Aboard cocktail reception & dinner and Captain’s Farewell gala dinner • A featured off-ship meal and cultural events • Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every dinner on board

Pricing Per Person June 14, 2015 (SB)

Amadeus Silver

July 2, 2015 (SB)

BRAND NEW Amadeus

August 9, 2015 (SB)

Amadeus Silver

Silver II

October 1, 2015 (NB) BRAND NEW Amadeus Silver II

Burg Katz, Germany

Bratislava, Slovakia

NEW TO AMRAS? Take an additional $200 off prices! C Haydn Deck

B Strauss Deck

A Mozart Deck

AMADEUS SUITE Mozart Deck

$5,950

$6,950

$7,550

$9,550

$5,950

$6,950

$7,550

$9,550

$5,750

$6,750

$7,350

$9,350

$5,450

$6,450

$7,050

$9,050

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6 DAYS PARIS & GHENT

October

June, July, August

$1,750

$1,950

$1,250 $1,950

$1,450

$1,450 $2,150

$1,650

Find your gateway city on page 110.

from only $1,850 per person

Single Supplement: $1,750 for Category A, B or C staterooms; $4,950 for Amadeus Suite.

Upgrade to Business Class Fly in style. Sail in luxury. Please speak with your Amras representative for details.

Escorted Finale:

6 DAYS ZAGREB & LAKE BLED

Discover the best of Paris, FrenchFlemish Lille, and the medieval beauties of Bruges, Brussels, and Ghent, cities whose fortunes blossomed with the rise of trade along Europe’s great rivers.

from only $1,750 per person

See page 93 for details.

See page 100 for details.

Independent Prelude:

 Traveling Solo

ADD A FINALE:

4 DAYS BRUSSELS from only $950 per person

Eat, drink, and discover one of Europe’s loveliest, liveliest capitals, full of Old World treasures and modern energy. See page 92 for details.

Explore Zagreb, a hidden jewel of a city where East meets West then treat yourself to the spectacular scenic beauty of Lake Bled. Independent Finale:

3 DAYS BUDAPEST from only $450 per person

Once you’ve glimpsed the beauties of “the Pearl of the Danube,” you’ll want to add a few days to savor it all. See page 92 for details.

The Seine, Rhine, Main & Danube Rivers

EUROPEAN MELODY $7,950

Paris to Budapest | 22 days from per person BRAND NEW! MS Amadeus Silver II | MS Amadeus Diamond

Paris and Budapest — they shine on either side of Europe like beacons of Old World glory and majesty, and on this once-in-a-lifetime journey you’ll travel from one to either, sampling the best of Central Europe as you go. From France and the Netherlands, through Germany and Austria and into Slovakia and Hungary, you’ll follow the great rivers of Europe on three of our most popular 8-day river cruises. N E TH E R LAN D S Amsterdam

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COMBO CRUISE

Riv

Passau

F R ANC E

Emmersdorf Dürnstein Linz Melk

SWITZERLAND

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Vienna

SLOVAKIA Bratislava

AUST RIA

H UNGAR Y

Lake Bled

Land Cruise Port Escorted Extension Nights Independent Extension Nights

Budapest

SLOVENIA

ITALY

Zagreb CROATIA

Seine Symphony, p.38

Rhine Medley, p.54

Danube Waltz p.46

Take one of the most romantic cities in the world, then add a sumptuous river cruiser as your floating home from which to sample its riches — these are just the opening notes … find out more on pages 38-45.

Travel through the heart of Europe on a journey between two magnificent Old World capitals: Nuremberg, heart of the German Renaissance, and Budapest, Pearl of the Danube … get all the details on pages 46-53.

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Inclusions

• 22-day river cruise with large, outside river-view stateroom featuring French Balconies • 25 Cultural Enrichment shore excursions with local expert guides in small groups • Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets • Services of an experienced Cruise Director • Services of an Onboard Concierge, dedicated to the independent experience seeker • Gourmet dining with all meals included – 21 breakfasts, 20 lunches and 21 dinners featuring fine local ingredients and regional specialties • Welcome Aboard cocktail reception & dinner and Captain’s Farewell gala dinner • A featured off-ship meal and cultural events • Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every dinner on board

Cologne, Germany

Prost!

NEW TO AMRAS? Take an additional $200 off prices! C Haydn Deck

B Strauss Deck

A Mozart Deck

AMADEUS SUITE Mozart Deck

Amadeus Diamond & NEW Silver II

$7,950

$9,450

$10,350

$13,350

October 1, 2015 (NB) NEW Amadeus Silver II & Diamond

$7,950

$9,450

$10,350

$13,350

Pricing Per Person June 25, 2015 (SB)

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June

$1,750

$1,950

$1,250 $1,950

$1,450

$1,450 $2,150

$1,650

Find your gateway city on page 110.

 Traveling Solo Single Supplement: $2,450 for Category A, B or C staterooms; $6,950 for Amadeus Suite.

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Escorted Prelude:

Escorted Finale:

5 DAYS BRUSSELS & CHANTILLY

6 DAYS ZAGREB & LAKE BLED

from only $1,850 per person

from only $1,750 per person

Explore Zagreb, a hidden jewel of a city where East meets West then treat yourself to the spectacular scenic beauty of Lake Bled.

Independent Prelude:

4 DAYS PARIS from only $950 per person

No visit to France would be complete without a stay in the “City of Light,” one of the most romantic cities in the world.

See page 100 for details.

Independent Finale:

3 DAYS BUDAPEST from only $450 per person

Once you’ve glimpsed the beauties of “the Pearl of the Danube,” you’ll want to add a few days to savor it all. See page 92 for details.

See page 92 for details.

France, The Netherlands, Germany

COMBO CRUISE The Rhine, Seine & Rhone Rivers

EUROPEAN CANTATA $7,950

Nuremberg to Arles | 22 days from per person BRAND NEW! MS Amadeus Silver II | MS Amadeus Symphony | MS Amadeus Diamond

From the legendary Rhine Gorge to Amsterdam, and from Paris to Provence, join us on a combination of cruises visiting many of France and Germany’s most popular destinations. With centuries of conflict and commerce between them, these two ancient kingdoms are a traveler’s dream come true, brimming with vineyards and castles, medieval towns and Imperial capitals, Roman ruins and romantic taverns, and a wealth of cultural and culinary riches that will set your heart singing. Amsterdam

Utrecht

Berlin

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Land Cruise Port Escorted Extension Nights Independent Extension Nights

Caudebec en Caux

Etretat Normandy Rouen Beaches Les Andelys Honfleur Vernon Paris Pontoise

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B E LG I U M

Koblenz Rudesheim

Bamberg

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Prague

CZECH REPUBLI C

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Dresden Nuremberg

Wurzberg Miltenberg Wertheim

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P O LA N D

Cologne

Charlon-sur-Saone Tournus Macon

S W I T Z E R LA N D

A USTRIA HUN G A RY

Lyon

SLOVENIA

Tournon Sur Rhone Montelimar Roquemaure Avignon

Viviers Arles

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Rhine Medley, p.54 Filled with fascinating history, ancient legends, and breathtaking scenery, our Rhine Medley is the ideal way to see the role “Old Father Rhine” and its tributaries have played in the blossoming … read more on pages 54-61.

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CROA TIA

Aix-enProvence RANEAN SEA

Barcelona

Seine Symphony, p.38

Southern France Sonata, p.30

At every bend of the Seine you’ll find another feast for your senses: cathedrals and apple-brandy Calvados, camembert and Crusaders, chateaux and fishing villages, gardens and Gothic masterpieces … find out more on pages 38-45.

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Inclusions • 22-day river cruise with large, outside river-view stateroom featuring French Balconies • 22 Cultural Enrichment shore excursions with local expert guides in small groups • Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets • Services of an experienced Cruise Director • Services of an Onboard Concierge, dedicated to the independent experience seeker • Gourmet dining with all meals included – 21 breakfasts, 20 lunches and 21 dinners featuring fine local ingredients and regional specialties • Welcome Aboard cocktail reception & dinner and Captain’s Farewell gala dinner • A featured off-ship meal and cultural events • Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every dinner on board

Dutch tulips

Lyon, France

NEW TO AMRAS? Take an additional $200 off prices!

Pricing Per Person October 8, 2015

NEW Amadeus

Silver II, Diamond & Symphony

C Haydn Deck

B Strauss Deck

A Mozart Deck

AMADEUS SUITE Mozart Deck

$7,950

$9,450

$10,350

$13,350

For terms & conditions, see page 111. See deck plans: Amadeus Silver II, page 103; Amadeus Symphony, page 105; Amadeus Diamond, page 106.

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$1,250 $1,950

$1,450

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6 DAYS BERLIN & DRESDEN from only $1,850 per person

Discover the timeless spirits of Berlin and Dresden, proudly reclaiming centuries of gracious history. See page 99 for details.

ADD A FINALE: Escorted Finale:

6 DAYS AIX-ENPROVENCE & BARCELONA from only $2,150 per person

From van Gogh and Cezanne to Dali and Gaudi, discover the artists, art, and landscapes of southern France and Spain. See page 97 for details.

 Traveling Solo Single Supplement: $1,750 for Category A, B or C staterooms; $4,950 for Amadeus Suite.

Upgrade to Business Class Fly in style. Sail in luxury. Please speak with your Amras representative for details.

Independent Prelude:

4 DAYS PRAGUE

Independent Finale:

from only $950 per person

4 DAYS BARCELONA

We make it easy to get to know one of Europe’s oldest and loveliest — and, thankfully, bestpreserved — Old World cities.

from only $950 per person

See page 92 for details.

Get to know Barcelona, one of Europe’s liveliest and most exuberantly artistic cities.

The Danube, Main, Rhine, Seine, Saône & Rhone Rivers

COMPLETE EUROPE $9,950

Budapest to Arles | 29 days from per person BRAND NEW! MS Amadeus Silver II | MS Amadeus Symphony | MS Amadeus Diamond

The full panorama of Europe’s beauty and history comes alive on this breathtaking journey across the breadth and width of the continent. Following all the greatest rivers — the Danube, Main, Rhine, Rhone, Seine, and Saone — you’ll delve into the heart of timeless towns and villages as well as the world’s most luminous capitals: Budapest, Vienna, Cologne, Amsterdam, and Paris! Amsterdam

Utrecht

N E T H E R LA N D S

Caudebec en Caux Etretat Normandy Rouen Beaches Les Andelys Honfleur Vernon Paris Pontoise

B E LG I UM

ne Ri v e r

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LUX

Charlon-sur-Saone Tournus Macon

Riv

Passau

Emmersdorf Dürnstein Linz Melk

SW I T Z E R LA N D

Vienna

SLO V A K IA Bratislava

A U ST R I A

Budapest

HU N G A RY

Lake Bled

Lyon

Tournon Sur Rhone

SLO V E N IA Montelimar Roquemaure Avignon

Arles

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I TA LY

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CROATIA

Aix-enProvence

SPAIN

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So. France Sonata, p.30 Food, wine, art, architecture, scenery and history — it all comes together in glorious harmony in the South of France. Over the centuries, these delights have been celebrated by artists, emperors … get the details on pages 30-37.

Inclusions

• 29-day river cruise with large, outside river-view stateroom featuring French Balconies • 33 Cultural Enrichment shore excursions with local expert guides in small groups • Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets • Services of an experienced Cruise Director • Services of an Onboard Concierge, dedicated to the independent experience seeker • Gourmet dining with all meals included – 28 breakfasts, 27 lunches and 28 dinners featuring fine local ingredients and regional specialties • Welcome Aboard cocktail reception & dinner and Captain’s Farewell gala dinner • A featured off-ship meal and cultural events • Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every dinner on board

Budapest, Hungary

Wachau Valley, Austria

NEW TO AMRAS? Take an additional $200 off prices!

Pricing Per Person October 1, 2015

NEW Amadeus

Silver II, Symphony & Diamond

C Haydn Deck

B Strauss Deck

A Mozart Deck

AMADEUS SUITE Mozart Deck

$9,950

$11,950

$13,150

$17,150

For terms & conditions, see page 111. See deck plans: Amadeus Silver II, page 103; Amadeus Symphony, page 105; Amadeus Diamond, page 106.

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$1,250 $1,950

$1,450

Find your gateway city on page 110.

6 DAYS LAKE BLED & ZAGREB from only $1,750 per person

Treat yourself to the spectacular scenic beauty of Lake Bled and Zagreb, a hidden jewel of a city where East meets West. See page 100 for details.

ADD A FINALE: Escorted Finale:

6 DAYS AIX-ENPROVENCE & BARCELONA from only $2,150 per person

From van Gogh and Cezanne to Dali and Gaudi, discover the artists, art, and landscapes of southern France and Spain. See page 97 for details.

Independent Prelude:

 Traveling Solo Single Supplement: $2,950 for Category A, B or C staterooms; $8,950 for Amadeus Suite.

Upgrade to Business Class Fly in style. Sail in luxury. Please speak with

3 DAYS BUDAPEST

Independent Finale:

from only $450 per person

4 DAYS BARCELONA

Once you’ve glimpsed the beauties of “the Pearl of the Danube,” you’ll want to add a few days to savor it all.

from only $950 per person

See page 92 for details.

Get to know Barcelona, one of Europe’s liveliest and most exuberantly artistic cities.

your Amras representative for details.

Amras Extensions

PRELUDES & FINALES Budapest

Vienna

Munich

Brussels

Zurich

Prague

Escorted Extensions

Amsterdam

Paris

Independent Extensions

If you like the more culturally immersive experience of an escorted extension, our exclusive Preludes and Finales are perfect complements to our river cruises. Visit some of Europe’s most breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Sites on carefully-crafted itineraries that balance guided excursions, inside visits, and special events with free time to explore on your own. See them all on the following pages, 93-101.

If you like “going it alone,” we make it easy to explore Europe's great capitals — London, Paris, Budapest, Barcelona, Brussels, Prague, Amsterdam, Zurich, Vienna, Munich, and Lucerne — with 4- or 5-star, centrally-located hotels, our exclusive Amras Concierge service, and attention to all the details, so you can relax and start making yourself at home.

Included features:

• Centrally located 4- and 5-star hotel accommodations with breakfast included daily • All hotel/ship and airport/hotel transfers • Deluxe oversize coach transportation with relaxed seating of 32-36 passengers • Personal service of a professional Destination Director throughout the tour • Small groups for all guided walking tours with on average only 16 – 20 guests per local guide • Complimentary high quality audio head set provided throughout the tour • Complimentary bottled water on coach • Wine / beer / soft drinks with lunch and dinner • All gratuities to Destination Director, local guides and hotel service staff

• 2 or 3 nights in a centrally located deluxe hotel in the heart of the city • Breakfast daily in hotel • Amras Concierge services daily • Welcome and Farewell receptions hosted by your Amras Concierge • One or two City-Immersion walks hosted by your Amras Concierge • Airport/hotel transfers and hotel/ ship transfers

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6 Day Escorted Extension for

Sample Belgian beers

$1,950 per person

| Single supplement $450

Escorted Extension

PARIS & GHENT

Champs Elysee, Paris

Paris and Ghent are two cities whose fortunes blossomed with the growth of Europe’s great rivers. Explore Paris on a three-night escorted stay before journeying north to Ghent, a Flemish gem that was once the largest city in medieval Europe. With visits to Flemish Lille and Belgian Bruges and Brussels, centuries of art, architecture, and history will unfold around you on guided tours and excursions, along with opportunities to sample some of Europe’s most celebrated food and drink!

Your Escorted Itinerary

Highlights:

DAY HIGHLIGHT

• A ccommodations: 3 nights at Paris Pullman Bercy, Paris; 2 nights at Sandton Grand Hotel Reylof Ghent. • Guided city tour of Paris including visit to Montmartre for walking tour and lunch • V isit to Musée d’Orsay, home to some of the most celebrated masterpieces of the French Impressionists. • S eine river cruise on a Bateaux-Mouche, or “fly boat,” the iconic glass-topped sightseeing boats that began showing off the sights of Paris by Seine in 1949. • G uided tour of Vieux Lille, the 2004 European Capital of Culture that has earned the title of “ City of Art and History”. • G uided tour of Bruges, a city of picturesque cobbled lanes and dreamy canals whose historic city center has been a UNESCO Site since 2000. • G uided walking tour of Ghent and its hidden treasures, with its impressive churches and the lavish houses of rich traders • G uided walking tour of Brussels

1 Paris / Welcome Reception and Dinner 2 Paris city tour / Montmartre walking tour and lunch 3 Paris / Musée d’Orsay 4 Lille / Guided walking tour of Vieux Lille / Ghent, Belgium 5 Ghent / Guided walking tour of Bruges / Walking tour of Ghent / Ghent 6 Brussels / Guided city tour of Brussels / Amsterdam / Embark ship 9 MEALS: 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

Escorted Extension

BRUSSELS & CHANTILLY 6 Day Escorted Extension for

$1,850 per person

Château Chantilly

| Single supplement $450

Cheers Brussels!

Don’t miss your chance to discover some of Europe’s most tantalizing delights: Brussels, Bruges, Ghent, Lille, the Château de Versailles, and the moving World War I monuments of Belleau Wood and Château Thierry. Feast your eyes on centuries of beautiful art and architecture while you indulge your taste for fine living, from Belgian chocolates and beer to Chantilly cream and lace.

Your Escorted Itinerary

Highlights:

DAY HIGHLIGHT

• A ccommodations: 3 nights at Stanhope Hotel, Brussels; 2 nights at Auberge du Jeu de Paume, Chantilly. • Guided coach and walking tour of Brussels, one of Europe’s must-see destinations, with lunch in one of the best local restaurants, in a landmark building dating from the 18th century. • Guided tour of Bruges, a city of picturesque cobbled lanes and dreamy canals linking wonderfully photogenic market squares lined with soaring towers, historic churches and old whitewashed almshouses. • Guided walking tour of Ghent and its hidden treasures, including its impressive churches and the houses of rich traders • Guided tour of Vieux Lille, the 2004 European Capital of Culture that has earned the title of “ City of Art and History.” • Dinner at the beautiful and historic Château of Chantilly. • Guided walking tour of the Château de Versailles, which has been on UNESCO’s World Heritage List for 30 years. • Visits to World War I sites of Belleau Wood and Château

1 Brussels / Welcome Reception and Dinner 2 Coach and walking tour of Brussels 3 Bruges / Guided walking tour / Ghent / Guided walking tour / Brussels 4 Lille / Guided walking tour of Vieux Lille / Chantilly 5 Versailles / Guided walking tour of Château Versailles 6 Belleau Wood Cemetery / Château Thierry Monument / Paris / Embark ship 9 MEALS: 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

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Milan shopping

$1,950 per person

| Single supplement $450

Escorted Extension

LUCERNE, LUGANO & MILAN

Lake Lucerne

Zurich and Milan, Lugano and Lake Lucerne, fabled Lake Como and a ride up the world’s steepest cogwheel train to the summit of Mount Pilatus — join us on an exclusive escorted tour filled with art, architecture, and some of Europe’s most spectacular scenery. Begin with two magical days in Lucerne, a picture-perfect medieval Swiss city that has attracted the likes of Goethe, Wagner, and Queen Victoria, followed by two days in the pretty lakeside town of Lugano, with its cobbled streets and flower-bedecked promenade along Lake Lugano. Other highlights include a boat ride on Lake Como, past breathtaking Mediterranean palazzas owned by wealthy Europeans and Hollywood stars, and a city tour of Milan, Italy’s fashion capital.

Your Escorted Itinerary

Highlights:

DAY HIGHLIGHT

• A ccommodations: 2 nights at Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern; 2 nights at Hotel Eden Lugano; 1 night at Radisson Blu, Milan • Guided tour of Zurich • Spectacular alpine tour featuring trip up Mount Pilatus on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway, winding up through lush meadows carpeted with alpine flowers, past sparkling mountain streams, and awe-inspiring rock faces. • Guided walking tour of Lucerne featuring the pretty, medieval Aldstadt, or Old Town, the 14th century Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument, and lakeside promenades. • T our of Lake Como and surrounding area including a boat trip along the lake and a visit to the enchanting village of Bellagio. • Panoramic tour of Milan, the capital of Lombardy, including the ancient city center and a visit to the Duomo to view da Vinci’s Last Supper.

1 Basel / Zurich / Lucerne 2 Alpnachstad / Cogwheel train up to the summit of Mount Pilatus / Lucerne 3 Lucerne / Guided walking tour 4 Lake Como / Boat tour / Bellagio / Lugano 5 Panoramic Milan city tour / Visit Duomo to view Last Supper / Lugano 6 Milan / Return home 9 MEALS: 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners

Escorted Extension

LOIRE VALLEY & NANTES 6 Day Escorted Extension for

$2,150 per person

Château de Versailles

| Single supplement $450

Château Chenonceaux

No visit to France is complete without paying homage to her great châteaux, extravagant examples of architecture and landscaping and the ultimate symbols of French majesty. On this exclusive escorted extension you’ll visit the best and brightest — Versailles, Chartres Cathedral, Chenonceaux,Villandry, and Angers — and explore the lovely old towns of Tours and Nantes, before riding the TGV high-speed train to Charles de Gaulle airport for your final night.

Your Escorted Itinerary

Highlights:

DAY HIGHLIGHT

• A ccommodations: 2 nights at Hotel L’Univers Tours; 2nights at Radisson Blu Nantes; 1night at Sheraton Paris Airport Hotel, Paris • Guided walking tour of the Château de Versailles, which has been on UNESCO’s World Heritage List for 30 years. • Visit to Chartres Cathedral. • Visit to Château Chenonceaux, formerly home to Catherine de Medici and Diane de Poitiers. • Visit to Château Villandry, set like a jewel in the middle of terraced gardens overlooking the Loire. • Guided tour inside the stables of the National Riding School, or Cadre Noir, of Saumur. • Visit to Château d’Angers • Walking tour of Nantes with visit to the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany • Tour of Nantes’ Machines de l’Ile • Dinner at historical Le Cigale in Nantes.

1 Versailles / Guided tour / Chartres Cathedral / Tours 2 Château Chenonceaux / Château Villandry 3 Horses of Saumur / Lunch in Saumur region / Château Angers / Nantes 4 Guided walking tour of Nantes / Machines de L’Ile workshops tour / Dinner at historical Le Cigale 5 Lunch in Nantes harbor / TGV train to Charles de Gaulle Airport / Check into hotel 6 Return flight home 9 MEALS: 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

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6 Day Escorted Extension for

Aix-en-Provence market

$2,150 per person

| Single supplement $450

Escorted Extension

AIX-EN-PROVENCE & BARCELONA

Park Güell, Barcelona

The South of France has been the world’s playground for centuries, and our two-night stay in Aix is designed to show you its myriad delights: lavender fields, olive orchards, medieval churches, lively markets, and landscapes that inspired the likes of van Gogh and Cezanne. Having partaken of Provence, you’ll go where the French themselves travel when they want to be dazzled: Barcelona, the cosmopolitan capital of Spain’s Catalonia region and one of Europe’s most exciting cities. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to sample the best of the south of France and Spain, overflowing with the art of living that has inspired some of the world’s greatest art.

Your Escorted Itinerary

Highlights:

DAY HIGHLIGHT

• A ccommodations: 2 nights at Grand Hotel Roi Rene Aix En Provence; 3 nights at Grand Hotel Central Barcelona • Visit to St. Paul de Mausolée, the isolated asylum where Vincent van Gogh spent the last year of his life. • Olive oil tasting at the Moulin du Mas des Barres, a working olive farm with lunch accompanied by local entertainers. • Guided walking tour of Aix. • Scenic tour of Provencale countryside, visiting the 12thcentury Cistercian Abbaye de Senanque and the villages of Gordes and Roussillon • Visit to the lovely seaside resort of Collioure, Spaie and Figueres, including a visit to the Teatre-Museu Dalí • Guided city tour of Barcelona and visit to the St. Josef market for a tasting of the local specialties. • Flamenco dinner show in Barcelona. • Guided tour of greater Barcelona, including Gaudi’s Parc Guell, the Olympic Village, and harbor.

Aix-en-Provence / St. Paul de Mausolée / Moulin du Mas des Barres / Walking tour Aix featuring outdoor market 2 Abbaye de Senanque / Scenic tour featuring villages of Gordes and Roussillon 3 Collioure / Figueres / Visit Salvador Dali Theatre-Museum / Barcelona 4 Barcelona city tour / Tasting at St. Josef Market / Flamenco dinner show 5 Greater Barcelona guided tour 6 Return flight home 9 MEALS: 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

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PARIS & DIJON 6 Day Escorted Extension for

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Seine River cruise, Paris

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Hotel Dieu

Before your river cruise through some of France’s most famous epicurean centers indulge your inner foodie with our 6-Day Paris & Dijon escorted extension. Lunch in Montmartre, drink champagne on the Seine, and feast your eyes on the artistic treasures of the Musée d’Orsay with our three-day stay in the City of Light — then add a little spice by stepping off the beaten path in Dijon, located in the heart of the beautiful Burgundy region and host of France’s annual International and Gastronomic Fair each autumn. It is also a wonderfully elegant city, its wellpreserved medieval and Renaissance architecture offering a romantic backdrop to the lively social and dining scene.

Your Escorted Itinerary

Highlights:

DAY HIGHLIGHT

• A ccommodations: 3 nights at Paris Pullman Bercy, Paris; 2 nights at Mercure Dijon Centre Clemenceau, Dijon • Visit to the Palace of Fontainebleau, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the largest French royal châteaux • C hoice of visit to Musée d’Orsay, home to some of the most celebrated masterpieces of the French Impressionists. • Seine river cruise on a Bateaux-Mouche, or "fly boat," the iconic glass-topped sightseeing boats that began showing off the sights of Paris by Seine in 1949. • Walking tour of Dijon featuring its famous food market with lunch • V isit to Beaune, capital of Burgundy wine making, guided tour of the medieval hospital-turned-museum of Hotel Dieu, and mustard factory visit with tasting at Edmond Fallot

1 Paris / Welcome Reception and Dinner 2 Paris city tour / Montmartre walking tour and lunch 3 Musée d’Orsay 4 Château Fontainebleau / Dijon 5 Dijon walking tour / Visit to Market with tasting 6 Beaune / Hotel Dieu / Chalon-sur-Saone / Embark river cruise ship 9 MEALS: 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

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Checkpoint Charlie, Berlin

$1,850 per person

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Escorted Extension

DRESDEN & BERLIN

Elbe River, Dresden

Discover the timeless spirits and artistic treasures of Berlin and Dresden, proudly reclaiming centuries of history even as they flourish as two of Europe’s most culturally hip and cutting-edge capitals. Here, where Martin Luther sparked the Reformation and Frederick the Great nurtured the Enlightenment, we’ll find imperial monuments and palaces, medieval towns, spectacular natural beauty, and places whose names leap from the pages of history: Potsdam, an architectural masterpiece of palaces, lakes, gardens, statues, and fountains … Sanssouci Park, favorite residence of Frederick the Great … medieval Wittenberg … and Dresden, former capital of the Kings of Saxony, known as the Jewel Box thanks to its lovely baroque and rococo city center.

Your Escorted Itinerary

Highlights:

DAY HIGHLIGHT

• A ccommodations: 2 nights at The Westin Bellevue Dresden; 3 nights at The Westin Grand Berlin. • C ity tour of Bayreuth, home of the opera world’s famous annual Bayreuth Festival. • W alking tour of Dresden including visit to the famous Green Vault, housing more than 4,000 works of art, one of the biggest collections of treasures in Europe. • Guided tour to Saxonian Switzerland with dinner at a panoramic restaurant in Bastai. • G uided walking tour of medieval university town of Wittenberg and sites associated with Martin Luther • G uided tour of Potsdam, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed imperial complex and site of the 1945 Treaty of Potsdam, including Sanssouci Park. • G uided city tour of Berlin.

1 Nuremberg / Bayreuth / Dresden 2 Walking tour of Dresden including Green Vault / Guided tour to Saxonian Switzerland 3 Wittenberg / Berlin 4 Potsdam / Sanssouci Park / Berlin 5 Guided city tour of Berlin 6 Berlin 9 MEALS: 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners

Escorted Extension

ZAGREB & LAKE BLED 6 Day Escorted Extension for

$1,750 per person

| Single supplement $450

Lake Bled, Slovenia

Zagreb, Croatia

Croatia and the Republic of Slovenia, situated at the crossroads of ancient European cultural and trade routes, offer a fascinating blend of unspoiled historical treasures, vibrant modern energy, and timeless hospitality. Traveling from the Croatian capital of Zagreb to gorgeous Lake Bled, located in the Julian Alps of northwestern Slovenia, we’ll see picturesque Lake Balaton, the lovely baroque village of Varazdin, the Slovenian capital of Ljubljana, enjoy scenic Bohinj Lake and Lake Bled, and even visit a Gingerbread Museum in Radovljica.

Your Escorted Itinerary

Highlights:

DAY HIGHLIGHT

• A ccommodations: 2 nights at The Westin Zagreb; 3 nights at Grand Hotel Toplice, Bled. • Drive past scenic Lake Balaton to pretty, baroque village of Varazdin, for a tour and lunch en route to Zagreb. • Introductory walking tour of Zagreb followed by dinner at a local restaurant. • Zagreb city tour • Lunch at a private estate in village of Kezele. • Walking tour of Ljubljana, capital of Slovenia. • Walking tour of village of Ribcev Laz and visit to Lake Bohinj, cable car ride to top of Mt. Vogel, and visit to church of St. John the Baptist. • Traditional “pletna” boat ride across Lake Bled to Bled Island and St. Mary’s Church. • Visit to Radovljica’s Gingerbread Museum followed by traditional Slovenian “farmers feast” at a local restaurant.

1 Lake Balaton / Varazdin / Zagreb 2 City tour of Zagreb / Lunch at a private estate in Kezele 3 Ljubljana, Slovenia / Lake Bled 4 Bohinj Lake excursion 5 Visit to Bled Castle / Lake Bled cruise / Radovljica’s Gingerbread Museum 6 Check out / Transfer to Ljubljana airport 10 MEALS: 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners

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Colorful Poland

$2,350 per person

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Escorted Extension

WARSAW, KRAKOW & PRAGUE

Charles Bridge, Prague

If Prague is on your “wish list” of cities to visit, let us show you all her charms — along with two neighboring European gems that will surprise and enchant you with their beauty, history, and vibrant energy. The capital of Poland, Warsaw is Europe’s “phoenix city,” surviving countless wars throughout the centuries; painstakingly rebuilt after World War II, many of the historic streets, buildings, and churches were restored to their original form, earning the city’s Old Town a place on UNESCO’s World Heritage list. Krakow, on the other hand, emerged from WWII relatively unscathed — its Old Town was the first-ever entry on UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites.

Your Escorted Itinerary

Highlights:

DAY HIGHLIGHT

• A ccommodations: 2 nights at Hotel Bristol Warsaw; 2 nights at Sheraton Krakow Hotel; 3 nights at Art Deco Imperial Hotel, Prague • Morning city orientation tour of Warsaw followed by walking tour of Stare Miasto (Old Town) and visit to the Jewish Ghetto Memorial. • Walking tour of Krakow’s Old Town, the first UNESCO World Heritage Site / Afteroon excursion to Auschwitz • Morning walking tour with local guide of historical Prague including the Powder Tower, the Municipal House, Astronomical Clock, and iconic Charles Bridge. • Choice of exploring the architectural history of Prague or guided tour of the Josefov District, Prague’s Jewish Quarter. • Guided tour of Hradcany (Castle District) with its magnificent Cathedral, museums, and palaces. • Private visit to Strahov Monastery

1 Warsaw, Poland / Welcome Dinner 2 Warsaw city tour / Walking tour of Stare Miasto and Jewish Ghetto Memorial 3 Krakow / Walking tour Old Town / Dinner in town 4 Jewish Quarter or Wawel Hill guided tour / optional Auschwitz visit 5 Prague, Czech Republic 6 Walking tour of Prague 7 Guided tour Prague’s Castle District / Private visit to Strahov Monastery 8 Drive through countryside / Embark ship 12 MEALS: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 1 dinner

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Amadeus Fleet

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WELCOME ABOARD THE SHIPS THAT CHANGED THE FACE OF EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISING The elegant Amadeus fleet of river cruisers were the first to offer spacious cabins, suites, and public spaces designed expressly to inspire and indulge, along with the most modern amenities and appointments to match the priceless landscapes slipping by. From the picturesque waterways of Holland, Belgium, and France to the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers, Amras Cruises and the Amadeus fleet invite you to discover the art of river travel.

GEMÜTLICHKEIT onboard Amadeus Silver II Amadeus Silver Amadeus Symphony Amadeus Diamond Amadeus Brilliant Amadeus Elegant Amadeus Rhapsody Amadeus Classic Amadeus Princess Amadeus Royal

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Lido Bar Panorama Bar & Lounge Panorama Restaurant River Terrace CafĂŠ Vienna 24-hour specialty coffee and tea bar Amadeus Club Sun Deck with chess, walking track and golf putting green Fitness Center Beauty Salon & Spa Boutique Business Center Elevator Free Internet and Wi-Fi access

Amadeus Silver II

AMADEUS SILVER II

Staterooms & Suites

At 188 square feet, the 72 staterooms of the Amadeus Silver II offer the most spacious accommodations of any ship in our fleet, all decked out with the high-tech hospitality and lovely dĂŠcor that have won awards for the Amadeus Silver. With views from the panoramic windows stretching the width of the cabin, the passing scenery is yours to enjoy in all its glory. With our innovative French Balcony, you can lower the windows with the touch of a button to enjoy your own private balcony when the weather is fine. All staterooms include a seating area, flat screen TV, Wi-Fi, cabinet, safe, and our Amadeus Signature Bed. Staterooms are located on all Decks, with the Mozart and Strauss Decks including the innovative French Balcony. Amadeus Suites: With their own private, walk-out exterior balconies and lounge areas, the 12 magnificent suites of the Amadeus Silver II are ideal for sipping your morning coffee or watching the starry skies at night. With 284 square feet of space to relax, you may not want to leave the ship at all! All suites include our Amadeus Signature Bed, a luxurious bath and separate shower, Wi-Fi, a flat screen TV, and a safe, as well as a minibar. Suites are located on the Mozart Deck.

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Amadeus Silver

AMADEUS SILVER

Amadeus Suite Category A Category B Category C

Staterooms & Suites Public Areas & Amenities

Lido Bar Panorama Bar & Lounge Panorama Restaurant River Terrace Café Vienna 24-hour specialty coffee and tea bar Amadeus Club Sun Deck with chess, walking track and golf putting green Fitness Center Beauty Salon & Spa Boutique Elevator Free Internet and Wi-Fi access

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Be transported into a realm of chic comfort in one of the 78 enlarged staterooms. The beautiful 172 sq ft design is loaded with high-tech hospitality and swanky décor. Escape with the view from your state-of-the-art panoramic window that extends across the entire width of the cabin. Automatically lower the windows to make the stateroom become it’s own balcony. Included are all the necessary details: a flat screen TV, Wi-Fi, cabinet, seating area, a safe, and the Amadeus Signature Bed. Staterooms are located on all Decks. The Mozart and Strauss Decks include the innovative French Balcony. Amadeus Suites: Feel the cool breeze as you sail down the river on your own private walk-out exterior balcony. These 12 deliberately designed suites with a lounge area, offer outdoor seating to sip your morning coffee and 256 sq ft of space to relax. Included are the little luxuries that have earned the MS Amadeus Silver the “2013 River Boat of the Year” award as well as the Amadeus Signature Bed, a luxurious bath and separate shower, Wi-Fi, a flat screen TV, a safe and a minibar. Suites are located on the Mozart Deck.

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Lido Bar Panorama Bar & Lounge Panorama Restaurant Amadeus Club Sun Deck with chess, walking track and golf putting green Fun pool Fitness Center Beauty Salon & Spa Boutique 24-hour specialty coffee and tea bar Free Internet and Wi-Fi access

Amadeus Symphony

AMADEUS SYMPHONY

You’ll feel right at home on the river in the 69 traditionally inspired 161 sq ft staterooms showcasing beautiful hard woods and rich jewel tones reminiscent of many antique vessels. Take in the water views that you can keep to yourself with all the necessary details for life’s sweetest pleasures including a flat screen TV, Wi-Fi, cabinet, desk and chair, a safe, and the Amadeus Signature Bed. Panoramic window with French balcony on Mozart Deck, panoramic window to open on Strauss Deck and fixed windows on Haydn Deck. Suites: Amplify your stay in these 4 classic suites. Wake up to the spectacular river view at sunrise and sip an evening cocktail as the adrenaline of the nighttime activity rises up to your balcony. You’ll no doubt enjoy the sophisticated accents and amenities of this 236 sq ft room including the Amadeus Signature Bed, a luxurious bath, separate seating areas with sofabed, desk, Wi-Fi, flat screen TV, safe and minibar. Suites are located on the Mozart Deck.

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Amadeus Diamond

AMADEUS DIAMOND

Amadeus Suite Category A Category B Category C

Public Areas & Amenities

Lido Bar Panorama Bar & Lounge Panorama Restaurant Amadeus Club Sun Deck with chess, walking track and golf putting green Fitness Center Beauty Salon & Spa Boutique 24-hour specialty coffee and tea bar Free Internet and Wi-Fi access

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Richly appointed, our 62 staterooms are a comfortable 161 sq ft. Inside, visionary décor unveils sophisticated accents and amenities including the flat screen TV, Wi-Fi, separate boudoir, cabinet, comfortable seating area, a safe, Amadeus Signature Bed and the panoramic view from your French balcony. Staterooms are located on all decks. Suites: Immerse yourself in the warm colors and textures of one of our 12 suites. At 236 sq ft, you’ll have plenty of room to curl up in our Amadeus Signature Bed, recharge in a separate bathroom with shower and savor little luxuries for a blissfully indulgent stay. Connect with Wi-Fi, enjoy a flat screen TV, minibar and your own French balcony. Suites are located on the Mozart Deck.

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Amadeus Brilliant / Amadeus Elegant

AMADEUS BRILLIANT

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AMADEUS ELEGANT Inaugurated: 2010 Length: 360 ft Width: 37.5 ft Voltage: 110/220 volts Draught: 4.26 ft Height Above Water: 19.1 ft Speed: 13.5 knots Crew: 40 Guests: 148 Suites: 12 (236 sqft) Staterooms: 68 (161sqft) Amadeus Suite Category A Category B Category C For more information visit

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Amadeus Classic / Amadeus Rhapsody

AMADEUS RHAPSODY Inaugurated: 1998 Length: 360 ft Width: 37.5 ft Voltage: 110/220 volts Draught: 3.93 ft Height Above Water: 19.1 ft Speed: 13.5 knots Crew: 40 Guests: 142 Suites: 2 (236 sqft) Staterooms: 69 (161 sqft)

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AMADEUS CLASSIC Inaugurated: 2001 Length: 360 ft Width: 37.5 ft Voltage: 110/220 volts Draught: 4.26 ft Height Above Water: 19.1 ft Speed: 13.5 knots Crew: 40 Guests: 146 Suites: 4 (236 sqft) Staterooms: 69 (161sqft)

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Inaugurated: 2006 Length: 360 ft Width: 37.5 ft Voltage: 110/220 volts Draught: 4.26 ft Height Above Water: 19.1 ft Speed: 13.5 knots Crew: 40 Guests: 160 Suites: 2 (236 sqft) Staterooms: 78 (161sqft)

Amadeus Princess / Amadeus Royal

AMADEUS PRINCESS

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AMADEUS ROYAL Inaugurated: 2005 Length: 360 ft Width: 37.5 ft Voltage: 110/220 volts Draught: 4.26 ft Height Above Water: 19.1 ft Speed: 13.5 knots Crew: 40 Guests: 144 Suites: 4 (236 sqft) Staterooms: 68 (161sqft) Amadeus Suite Category A Category B Category C For more information visit

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GENERAL RESTRICTIONS: Prices are cruisetour only for new reservations in U.S. dollars, per person, based on double occupancy. Cruisetour prices listed are valid for U.S. and Canadian residents only. A $500 per person deposit is required at time of booking to confirm space and final payment is required no later than 90 days prior to departure date. Cruisetour prices do not include pre-paid charges, optional facilities and service fees, and personal charges, as defined in the terms and conditions of the Tour Participant Contract which may be viewed on the Amras Cruises website. Amras Cruises reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares, fees and surcharges at any time. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Complete terms and conditions may be found in the Tour Participant Contract. AIRFARE RESTRICTIONS: Promotional air is subject to availability and requires the purchase of a cruisetour. Roundtrip airport transfers are included when airfare is purchased with an Amras Cruises cruisetour package; if air is not purchased from Amras Cruises, transfers are the responsibility of the traveler. Air prices are per person based on cruisetour check-in date and include transfers plus all government taxes/fees of approximately $180 and all applicable air fuel surcharges, and airport meet & greet services. Air seats are limited & airfares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until full payment of air is received. U.S. or Canada flights depart one or two days prior to check-in date depending on the destination. Paid Business or Premium Economy Class may require travel in economy on flights within North America or Europe. Premium economy is limited to specific airlines and we may not be able to accommodate based on aircraft type and availability. For more details refer to complete terms and conditions in the Tour Participant Contract on the Amras Cruises website.

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