Fred.\ River Cruise 2014 Brochure by Fred. Olsen Travel

2014 EDITION

The Best of European River Cruises Danube • Rhine • Moselle • Seine • Rhône • Main • Douro • Volga

FINLAND NORWAY

SVIR

St.Petersburg

RUSSIA

SWEDEN

Yaroslavl Uglich VOLGA

DENMARK

IRELAND

UNITED KINGDOM

Hamburg

NETHERLANDS

GERMANY

Düsseldorf Cologne Bonn Koblenz

Bruges

BELGIUM

Le Havre Rouen

ATLANTIC OCEAN

Berlin

Amsterdam

Rotterdam

MAA

Paris SEINE

Trier

RHINE

London

Moscow

POLAND

ELB

Kiev

Dresden Prague Nuremberg Regensburg CZECH REPUBLIC

Strasbourg DANUBE

NE SA Ô

Lyon

SWITZERLAND RHÔNE

DNIEPER

UKRAINE

SLOVAKIA

Passau

Vienna Bratislava

Basel

FRANCE

BELARUS

AUSTRIA

Odessa Kherson

Budapest

HUNGARY

ROMANIA CROATIA

Porto

PORTUGAL Lisbon

Valladolid Zamora Madrid

SPAIN

Belgrade

Avignon

Iron Gates

Bucharest

Constanta

DANUBE

ITALY

URO

SERBIA BULGARIA

BLACK SEA

MEDITERRANEAN SEA TURKEY

Contents

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Seine

32 - 33

Sail in Style

French Delights

34 - 35

Onboard Experience

AmaLegro 36

Danube

8-9

Rhône

38 - 39

Explore the Danube

Burgundy & Provence

40 - 42

MS Mozart 7 Night

Amadeus Symphony

MS Mozart 14 Night

12 - 14

MS Mozart

Main-Danube Canal

44 - 45

The Legendary Danube

16 - 17

Europe’s River & Castles

46 - 49

AmaDolce / AmaLyra

Douro

50 - 51

AmaSonata / AmaPrima / AmaCerto

The Porto Wine Road

52 - 54

Black Sea Voyage

20 - 21

MS Douro Spirit

The Rhine & Moselle

22 - 23

Volga

56 - 57

The Tulip Cruise

24 - 25

St Petersburg

58 - 60

The Romantic Rhine

26 - 27

MS Volga Dream

Amadeus Elegant

Sea and Music 2014

Amadeus Silver

29 Life On board & Ashore

Travel Insurance

Booking Conditions

66 - 67

Amadeus Princess /

Vineyards of the Rhine & Moselle

30 - 31

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Marksburg Castle, Rhine Bratislava

Amadeus Silver Panorama Bar

Throughout history, rivers have been the life-blood of a nation; hugely influencing both history and culture. They were not only important routes for trade and travel, connecting people and regions, but have also provided the inspiration for artists, musicians and poets. ‘The Best of European River Cruises’ invites you to discover some of Europe’s most beautiful waterways. Whether visiting historical cities such as Vienna, Paris, Budapest, St Petersburg, Prague and Moscow; exploring UNESCO World Heritage Sites or sampling one of the local wines from the Rhine and Moselle regions, you will find that a river cruise offers a fantastic variety of experiences. Relax in the serenity of life on board and discover a complete sensation of peace and tranquillity so often missing amongst the hustle and bustle of daily life. Indulge in culinary delights taking in the regional specialities that most river cruises offer. Meet interesting people, join them on some memorable excursions and enjoy lively conversations. Or simply relax and watch the world go by with a drink or book in your hand. Each river you traverse brings a different experience; the Rhine offers historical castles and the magnificence of Cologne Cathedral; the Danube winds through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the banks of Budapest; while the Main enables you to see the Residenz Palace in all its glory. Enjoy the sounds of different languages as you pass along the riverbanks and the regional evening entertainment offered with most cruises. Savour the taste of local cuisine and beverages – if you journey through one of European’s many vineyard areas, most cruises will also offer wine tasting excursions too.

Why Fred.\

We offer holidays for the discerning traveller seeking an unforgettable cruising experience. Our knowledgeable team and exceptional service ensures you are in safe hands every step of the way. Amadeus Elegant Panorma Bar

Fred.\ is part of one of the UK’s most established travel companies, Fred. Olsen Travel, who for over 25 years have successfully sold holidays and built their reputation on outstanding customer service. Plus, being ABTA and ATOL bonded you can be sure that you are financially protected in any unforeseen circumstances.

Great variety and excellent service

Our experienced staff can tailor almost any itinerary by any means of transport to suit your needs and to ensure you have the perfect holiday. Do you want to travel by rail to join your cruise? Do you want to add on extra nights? No problem, with our access to a vast inventory we can provide you with accommodation in all major European towns and cities. We also offer other River Cruises not shown in this brochure – call us for a quote!

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Sail in Style River cruises are more than just a holiday! Embarking upon a relaxing and comfortable river cruise, you experience sailing in style, passing some of Europeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most stunning landscapes. River cruises offer you the chance to learn about the different countries and their history, to explore panoramic landscapes, visit magnificent castles, palaces and churches all from the comfort of a floating luxury hotel. We have put together a number of leisurely cruises along Europeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great rivers. Carefully selected vessels all with elegant furnishings, beautifully decorated public areas and well-designed cabins as well as a highly personalised service provided by friendly staff make you feel at home as soon as you step on board.

Entertainment and Relaxation Amadeus Royal Sun Deck

Relax in the lounge, enjoy a congenial cocktail at the bar or settle into a sun lounger on the deck and watch the world go by. Get away from it all by indulging in a relaxing massage or herbal treatment in the Spa, unwind with a swim or burn off the calories in the fitness lounge. When evening comes you can look forward to music recitals, dancing or traditional local entertainment.

Dining

Most cruises provide full board with your holiday package, which often includes wine and beers with dinner. Bar drinks are not usually included. Please check the included features of your chosen cruise. With advance notice, every effort will be made to accommodate special requests such as birthday and anniversary celebrations or special dietary requirements.

Memorable Shore Excursions Amadeus Elegant

All of the river cruises provide you with the chance to discover the rich culture and historical sights at each port of call. These are included in some of the cruises and are optional on others. Detailed information is shown on each ship information page.

Typical Cruise Day

Usually your cruise has daily ports of call where you have the option to join a shore excursion or enjoy some free time. If you wish to stay on board you can take advantage of the many leisure activities or just relax. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served on board and there is usually entertainment in the evening.

Onboard Experience Aboard a Luxury Floating Hotel

The increasing popularity of leisure cruises on Europe’s great rivers means that more and more people are enjoying the river cruise experience. We offer a range of luxury cruises from superior 3* to deluxe 5* ships including one of the widest river cruise ships in the world, the ‘MS Mozart’. All ships are elegantly furnished with beautifully decorated public areas and well-designed cabins and suites. The friendly staff offer a highly personalised service to make you feel welcome from the moment you step on board.

Outstanding Gourmet Cuisine

Dining aboard your vessel will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of your trip. Start the day with a hearty breakfast which will prepare you for a day of sightseeing, followed by a delicious lunch and evening dinner – all prepared by an experienced team of onboard chefs. Most cruises offer the chance to sample regional specialities, authentic European dishes and international cuisine, accompanied by a fine selection of wines.

First Class Entertainment

After busy days ashore, unwind and enjoy the first class evening entertainment on board. From dazzling shows to classical music recitals, elegant gala evenings to side-splitting comedy performances, there is something for everyone on a river cruise holiday. Whirl the night away on the dance floor, indulge with your favourite tipple in the cocktail bar or simply relax in the luxurious lounge. If you prefer a quiet evening, why not watch the sun set from the deck before retiring to your cabin to enjoy a movie or two? Many itineraries also offer optional evening excursions, including opera and choir concerts. Please note entertainment programmes vary from ship to ship.

Perfect Relaxation

Amadeus Silver Restaurant

Get away from it all and enjoy travelling with ease aboard your river cruise ship. Indulge and pamper yourself with relaxing massages and beauty treatments in the luxurious wellness centres, cool off with a dip in the pool or invigorate yourself with a work-out in the gym (facilities not provided on all ships). Relax with a good book - or just do nothing while everything is taken care of for you. Whatever you fancy, river cruises provide an ideal setting for perfect relaxation.

Facilities not provided on all ships - please check at time of booking.

Amadeus Royal Bar

Danube

UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe: Stift Melk in der Wachau ©

GERMANY

Würzburg Prague Bamberg Regens- Nuremberg burg Passau Grein Vienna SLOVAKIA Bratislava Munich Linz Esztergom AUSTRIA Dürnstein Budapest Melk HUNGARY ROMANIA CROATIA

Belgrade

Iron Gates Bucharest

DANUBE SERBIA Rousse BULGARIA

Places of Interest

Budapest Seven bridges connect the ancient city of Buda on the right bank with the more modern Pest on the left bank to create one of Europe’s most vibrant and diverse capitals.

Dürnstein Surrounded by vineyards in the beautiful Wachau Valley, Dürnstein boasts numerous quaint 16th and 18th century townhouses and charming taverns.

We offer two cruises aboard the MS Mozart. Our 8 day / 7 night cruise takes in the delights of Vienna, Budapest and Bratislava as well as the beauty of the Wachau Valley. The 15 day / 14 night cruise allows you to explore the beauty of the Danube Delta, Iron Gates and explore Bucharest, Rousse and Novi Sad. This impressive itinerary coupled with the generous dimensions of the cabin accommodation ensures a relaxing, atmospheric cruise. We also offer a chance to further explore the Danube and the Main-Danube Canal on our Nuremberg to Budapest cruise with AmaWaterways. Vienna and Regensburg are two of the additional cities that you will visit during this cruise. Our second cruise from Budapest to Rousse offers different destinations and also the revolutionary Twin Balcony Staterooms.

Places of Interest

Bratislava The 13th century Bratislava Castle offers breathtaking views over three countries and the Carpathian Mountains.

Esztergom Don’t miss the magnificent cathedral which is a replica of St Peter’s in Rome and the remains of the Romanesque Royal Palace.

Melk Visit Melk’s Benedictine monastery, famous for brewing beer and enjoy the awe-inspiring views of the surrounding region.

Passau This is one of Germany’s oldest cities and is home to the world’s largest cathedral organ housed in St Stephan’s Cathedral.

Regensburg This delightful medieval town offers numerous historic splendours, including the Gothic cathedral with its twin spires and the Stone Bridge that spans across the Danube.

Vienna One of Europe’s most dynamic and cultural cities, Vienna is a centre of classical music, art and theatre.

Explore The Danube A river as magnificent as the Danube certainly demands something special from a river craft; one that emulates the classical lines, dimensions and facilities of a dazzling ocean liner but that allows passengers to experience the beauty of this part of Europe up close. In 1987, a group of designers rose to this challenge and presented MS Mozart to the world â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the dream and concept of one man, driven to conjure perfection and harmony on the Danube.

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The moment you step aboard the MS Mozart its affinity with a classical ocean liner is all apparent. You are immediately presented with spacious and sumptuous public areas, the most impressive of which being the sweeping staircase that steers guests upwards to the delightful lounges above, where you may gaze free from obstruction upon the magnificence of the passing scenery. This is no contemporary space â&#x20AC;&#x201C; rather, one that was meant to endure through the ages, with generous use of classical hardwood finishes throughout. This vessel most definitely has the feel and atmosphere of a country house hotel rather than that of a river vessel. Take for example

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the wood panelled library with its comfortable seating and the paintings that adorn its walls, which must have taken a lifetime to collect; elsewhere, perhaps hang out at the Don Giovanni Bar, the Cafe Amadeus or at the wellstocked Boutique. Alternatively, the swimming pool and spa might well beckon for the more energetic, whilst for those whose idea is to just unwind, relax and simply soak up the scenery, the Observation Deck is most certainly the place to be. Liveried stewards complete the ocean liner allusion; where in the delightful restaurant the team of onboard chefs perform to the peak of their profession, presenting cuisine that is as pleasing to the palette as it is to the eye. The generous dimensions of the Cabin accommodation aboard MS Mozart are most certainly the envy of most other vessels and are spread over two decks - each presenting guests with facilities that might ordinarily be expected in a five star hotel including: en suite facilities, mini-bar, satellite TV, radio, hairdryer and WiFi. The MS Mozart is magnificent indeed.

7 Night Cruise - MS Mozart

Day 1 – Passau

Day 5 – Bratislava

Arrive in Munich and transfer to the ship in Passau. The MS Mozart embarkation begins at 16:00 and is soon followed by the Captain’s Welcome Reception where there is ample opportunity to mingle and get to know one’s fellow guests before sailing towards Upper Austria and the marvels of the Wachau Valley. The welcome dinner is a chance to enjoy the first of many fantastic dinners all prepared using fresh, local ingredients.

The morning is at leisure as the MS Mozart meanders her way towards the Slovakian capital, Bratislava. In the afternoon visit St Martin’s Cathedral, the Grassalkovich Palace and Castle Hill with its wonderful views over the surrounding countryside. It is a must of any visit to Bratislava to partake in a little (famous) beer tasting which is also on offer following supper. Sail in the evening.

Day 2 – Krems

This morning enjoy our included city tour of Vienna. During the tour you will experience many of the main attractions of this venerable Danube metropolis. The trip along the ring road passes many magnificent buildings – the State Opera, Parliament, Burgtheatre, City Hall, the university and Votive Church – into the heart of the city to St Stephen’s Cathedral.

Join your included excursion, which starts after breakfast with a transfer to Dürnstein. Walk through the cobblestone streets of the most famous village of Wachau Valley. You will get to know the Wachau wines during a wine tasting in Dürnstein before driving to the Abbey of Göttweig, perched high on a hill overlooking the Danube. Visit the Abbey and transfer back to the ship.

Day 3 – Esztergom/Budapest Today provides you with the option of either remaining on board and continuing to cruise to Budapest or to disembark in Esztergom for our optional excursion along the banks of the Danube. Esztergom, the ancient residence of Hungarian kings and the seat of the archbishop, is one of the highlights of this excursion. After visiting the Basilica, the largest church in Hungary, drive along the Danube to the ruins of Visegrad, where you have a wonderful view over the Danube Bend. The next stop is the artist village of Szentendre. After a tour of this picturesque place the bus heads for Budapest when you will re-join the ship. After lunch, join our included city tour of Budapest. A city known as the “Queen of the Danube”, is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. The Danube flows through the heart of the city and divides it into the cities of Buda and Pest. The tour takes you first through the Pest side, past splendid baroque buildings, the City Hall, the Parliament, to Heroes Square with monuments of many Hungarian kings and the famous Chain Bridge. Next are the hills of Buda Castle, where you visit the Matthias Church and the Fishermen’s Bastion before returning to the ship in the afternoon.

Day 4 – Budapest

Day 6 – Vienna

In the evening you have a choice to join two optional excursions. The first one ‘Vienna by night’ takes you through the Vienna woods to the Kahlenberg. Enjoy the view over the vineyards and the town before visiting the traditional wine village of Grinzing. Visit a typical “HeurigenPub” and enjoy two “Vierterln” wines, typical spreads and tavern music and learn about the Viennese “Gemütlichkeit”. The second optional excursion is “Vienna Hofburg Orchestra”. Transfer from the ship to the Vienna Hofburg Orchestra – where 40 musicians and international soloists from all the major orchestras of Vienna associations await you. The programme consists of the most famous melodies of waltz and operetta music by “Waltz King” Johann Strauss and opera arias by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Venues include the magnificent halls of the Hofburg Palace, the Vienna Konzerthaus and the Musikverein. Return to the ship after the concert.

Day 7 – Melk This morning join our included excursion to Melk. You will see Melk Abbey which has been the spiritual and cultural centre of the country for over 1000 years. The Benedictine Abbey was founded in 1089. During the tour you will visit many of the different rooms including the library and enjoy the magnificent views from the terrace. Return to the ship in time for lunch.

Day 8 – Passau After breakfast disembark for your transfer to the airport.

Morning sees an optional visit to the Parliament Buildings, St Stephen’s Basilica and the Market Hall in Budapest. In the afternoon there is an optional visit to a Hungarian Csarda accompanied by traditional musical renditions and folklore. As the MS Mozart slips her mooring in Budapest at supper time, see the wonderful silhouetted buildings that line the waterfront. Sail during the night.

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Day 3 – Solt & Kalocsa

Day 5 – Cruising day, Iron Gates

Our Danube voyage begins at the Bavarian city of Passau. The MS MOZART embarkation begins at 15:00 and is soon followed by the Captain’s Welcome Reception where there is ample opportunity to mingle and get to know one’s fellow guests before sailing towards Vienna, the capital of Austria. A welcome dinner is served in the restaurant. Sail during the night.

Enjoy a very popular excursion to the Puszta, a UNESCO World Heritage site, a centre of Hungarian traditional life. It is a characteristic landscape with its endless horizon of dry steppe, where ancient Hungarian flora and fauna live within national parks in harmony with the local people, their everyday life and traditions. You can also admire the outstanding skills of the horseman in an equestrian show presented by beautiful horses and horseman in traditional costumes. Hungarian wine tasting included. Rejoin the ship in Kalocsa.

The passage through the Iron Gates forms one of the highlights of this journey. One of Europe´s most impressive gorges stretches out over 110 kilometres. Up to 1,200 metre high cliff massifs mount up at the left and right side of the river. At the narrowest area, the “Kazan-Pass” it seems like the passage is not possible. At no other point is the Danube as spectacular as here.

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Day 1 – Passau, Embarkation

Day 2 – Vienna Vienna is the city of the waltz, the Spanish Riding School, Sacher Torte and the famous Vienna Boys Choir. Your included excursion allows you to enjoy a city tour, taking you to the ‘Ringstrasse’ with its magnificent buildings, including the State Opera, the Hofburg, the Parliament, Town Hall and ‘Burgtheater’, all testimony to the splendour of this unique city. On a short stroll of discovery through the hidden alleyways of the old town and the picturesque backyards, you will experience a completely different side of Vienna.

Day 4 – Belgrade At midday, we arrive in the third largest city on the Danube, Belgrade, and on our included excursion, we will discover highlights of the city, including the Kalemegdan Fortress and its impressive gardens. Like no other European city Belgrade reflects its history in an impressive way. Belgrade is a city with a pulsating, multicultural and modern atmosphere. In the evening there is an optional excursion ‘Belgrade at Night’.

Day 6 – Rousse Todays included excursion is a tour of Rousse. Rousse is known for the neo-Baroque buildings in the city centre. Sights to see include the Holy Trinity Church with its impressive frescos and icons. The tour also visits the Basarbovo Monastery which is a cave monastery situated 35 metres above the river.

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Vienna

Novi Sad

Queen size Bed Tamino Deck

Day 7 – Tulcea

Day 10 – Novi Sad

Day 13 – Bratislava

The Danube Delta We arrive in Tulcea, considered the gateway to the Danube Delta, from where we enjoy an included excursion on a small boat to further explore the Delta, with its unique flora and fauna. This spot of unspoilt nature is inhabited by over 300 species of birds and over 110 species of fish. Please note that we can give no guarantee of animal/birds seen during this excursion.

Novi Sad is where Europe and the Balkans encounter each other and where many nationalities, religions and cultures mix. Why not go on a city tour to discover Novi Sad’s unique history as the Gibraltar of the Danube? An included excursion is a visit to one of the most beautiful monasteries of Eastern Europe, the 16th Century Krusedol Monastery, nestled in the Fruska Gora mountains.

This morning’s excursion includes a visit to St Martin’s Cathedral, the Grassalkovich Palace and Castle Hill with its wonderful views over the surrounding countryside. Sail in the afternoon.

Day 8 – Bucharest City Tour We arrive at Giurgiu, where the Friendship Bridge can be seen, in order to take an included excursion to explore Romania’s capital Bucharest, also known as “Paris of the Eastern lands”. One building worth noticing is Ceausescu’s Parliament Palace – an unfinished building whose construction destroyed a fifth of the old town. Included is a dinner and traditional folk show. Rejoin the ship at Turnu Magurele.

Day 9 – Cruising day, Iron Gates Today, enjoy a full day of cruising through one of Europe’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders, the Iron Gates.

Day 11 – Relaxing day cruising the Danube Enjoy once more the beautiful scenery of Hungary’s lowlands during a perfect day of aboard the MS Mozart. You can relax on the sun deck reading a good book or participate in one of the many exciting activities organised for you on board.

Day 12 – Budapest In the morning our city tour will introduce you to the Pest side with the impressive parliament building and the elegant Andrassy Street, as well as the historic castle quarter on the Buda side with the neo-romantic Fishermen’s Bastions and the legendary Mathias Church.

Day 14 – Krems and Melk Arriving in the stunningly beautiful Wachau Valley, you may like to take a stroll through the nearby wine-growing village of Durnstein, an area of picturesque riverside villages and castles against the backdrop of gently rolling vineyards. Durnstein itself is best explored on foot. Later visit the Baroque Stift Melk Monastery (a UNESCO site) commanding an impressive elevated location overlooking the Danube. The visit concludes with the obligatory wine tasting before re-joining the MS Mozart for the evening Captain’s Farewell reception and dinner. Sail towards Passau.

Day 15 – Passau After breakfast disembark for your transfer to the airport.

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Your Holiday Includes • Return flights from London to Munich • Return coach transfers to the ship • 7 or 14 nights Deluxe Cruise Accommodation in the booked cabin category • Sumptuous dining with all meals, including an extensive breakfast buffet, an indulgent 4-course lunch, afternoon tea, exquisite dinner and midnight snack featuring regional and seasonal specialities. Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain’s Gala Dinner • Beverage package consisting of mineral water, soft drinks, free flowing wine and beer and juice for lunch and dinner for each passenger • 1 bottle of complimentary sparkling water in cabin on arrival • Daily entertainment highlights • All taxes along route

Travel Dates in 2014 • Service of a professional, English speaking Cruise Director on board • Quietvox tour audio system for shore excursions

8 Day / 7 Night cruise Season A

17 April 12 June 07 August

Selected Excursions Included

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8 day / 7 night tour – Excursions to Wachau Valley, City Tour of Vienna, City Tour of Budapest, City Tour of Bratislava, Visit to Melk Abbey 15 day / 14 night tour – City Tour of Vienna, Visit to Puszta including horsemanship, City Tour of Belgrade, Visit to Rousse, Visit to Novi Sad, City Tour of Budapest, City Tour of Bratislava, City Tour of Bucharest, Excursion to Wachau Valley. English guided tours in all destinations

Season B

21 August 28 August 09 October

Season C

08 May, 15 May 22 May, 29 May 05 June, 26 June 10 July, 24 July 04 September 11 September 18 September 25 September 02 October

Please note that gratuities are not included however if you wish to reward the ship’s crew a recommended €7 per person per night is suggested.

15 Day / 14 Night cruise 12 June

07 August

Prices on board the MS Mozart Deck Cabin

7 Nights 14 Nights A B C

Dorabella Dorabella Dorabella Dorabella Dorabella Dorabella Tamino Tamino Tamino Tamino Tamino Tamino

1,559 1,849 1,729 2,069 1,909 2,299 2,029 2,609 2,249 2,919 2,959 2,659

2-berth inside – 2 sofa beds 2-berth inside – 2 sofa beds single occupancy 2-berth – 2 sofa beds 2-berth – 2 sofa beds single occupancy Double – Queen size beds Double – Queen size beds single occupancy 2-berth – 2 sofa beds 2-berth – 2 sofa beds single occupancy Double – Queen size beds Double – Queen size beds single occupancy Suite – double occupancy Suite – triple occupancy

Pricing GBP

1,659 1,979 1,829 2,199 2,009 2,439 2,129 2,749 2,359 3,059 3,059 2,759

1,759 2,109 1,929 2,329 2,109 2,569 2,229 2,889 2,459 3,199 3,159 2,859

3,049 3,746 3,439 4,219 3,819 3,859 4,059 5,339 4,509 5,979 5,899 5,309

All prices shown are from prices in £ per person, based on 2 sharing (unless stated) and subject to availability. 7 night cruise only price from £1309 per person • 14 night cruise only price from £2729 per person. Call us or visit www.fredrivercruises.co.uk for details.

MS Mozart

MS Mozart - Cabin plans MS OZART

Don Giovanni Deck

Cabin Types

Shop

Library Restaurant

CafŽ

LoungeÊ/ÊBar

2-berth cabin sofa beds - inside 2-berth cabin sofa beds - outside

Tamino Deck

Double - Twin beds or Queen size bed Massage Reception

Dorabella Deck

Hairdresser PoolÊ&Ê Sauna

Suite All cabins on Tamino Deck have a French Balcony. All 2-berth and Double cabins are approximately 215 sq ft. Suites are a generous 430 sq ft.

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mini-bar and WiFi. Each double cabin comprises of two separate beds

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have the addition of living space. On the Tamino Deck, cabins also provide for a ‘French’ balcony whereas the cabins on the Dorabella Deck ShipÕs amenities: Not included: Travel Insurance, gratuities and any other onboard expenses have smaller sealed windows. The extensive public areas include a All cabins come with en-suite facilities, hair-dryer, bathrobes, individually controlled air-conditioning/heating, internal delightful restaurant and a number of bars all with panoramic windows telephone, satellite TV, mini-bar and WIFI. Each double cabinand comprises of two separate beds which on request can be a comprehensive Wellness Centre including a Spa and Swimming arranged to create one queen sized bed. Suites have the addition of living space. On the Tamino Deck, also provide pool. Onboard currency is Euros whilst most credit cardscabins are accepted for a ÔFrenchÕ balcony whereas the cabins on the Dorabella Deck have smaller sealed windows. The extensive public areas including American Express, Diners, Visa and MasterCard.

include a delightful restaurant and a number of bars all with panoramic windows and a comprehensive Wellness Centre including a Spa and Swimming pool. Onboard currency is Euros whilst most credit cards are accepted including American Express, Diners, Visa and MasterCard. 15

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Day 1 – Nuremberg

Day 4 – Passau - Linz

Arrive in Nuremberg and board your ship. In the evening is a Welcome Dinner that will allow you to get to know your fellow passengers. The ship moors overnight in Nuremberg.

After breakfast you arrive in the picturesque Passau, where the Inn and Ilz rivers join the Danube. Look out for the Vester Niederhaus and Vester Oberhaus which is the lower part of Passau’s medieval fortress. There is a choice of two tours today, a Passau walking tour or an optional excursion to Salzburg. Passau is a 2,000 year old city noted for its Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture. The cobblestone streets of the old town take you past the old city fortifications and St Stephen’s Cathedral, home to the largest pipe organ in the world. If you choose the optional Salzburg excursion you will have the experience of walking through the historic centre, famous as the birthplace of Mozart and also as the setting of ‘The Sound of Music’. There will be free time in the city – don’t forget to buy the local chocolate delicacy Mozartkugel. The return to the ship will take you to Linz where the ship will be docked. After dinner you may wish to take the opportunity to walk through this beautiful city.

Day 2 – Nuremberg Continental Divide After a hearty breakfast, join the guided morning tour through this medieval city, encircled by the ancient city wall and overlooked by Kaiserberg Castle, which is believed to date back to the 12th Century. You will also see the Justice Palace where the famous trials of 1946 took place. Later the ship sails on to Regensburg.

Day 3 – Regensburg This morning’s scenic cruising passes through the final part of the Main-Danube Canal en route to Regensburg, a fine example of a medieval city that escaped lightly from the ravages of the Second World War. This means that it maintains the old street layouts and gives us an idea of how life was during medieval times. A guided walking tour will enable you to see the city’s highlights, including the old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria, gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 A.D. In the afternoon there is an optional excursion to Weltenburg Abbey, considered the oldest Benedictine monastery in Bavaria, travelling via the dramatic scenery of the Danube Gorge (seasonal availability).

Day 5 – Melk - Vienna Early this morning you will cruise through the delightful and romantic Wachau Valley en route to Melk. Your guided tour takes you to the 900 year old Benedictine Abbey, one of the world’s most famous monastic sites. Return to the ship for lunch before cruising through the Wachau region. Arrive in Vienna after dinner and explore

the magnificent Austrian capital on your own or enjoy an optional Mozart and Strauss evening concert.

Day 6 – Vienna This morning enjoy our included city tour of Vienna. The tour will introduce the highlights of the impressive Imperial city seeing the world famous Opera House, the Ringstrasse, St Stephen’s Cathedral and more. The tour is followed by free time in the city centre to shop for souvenirs or enjoy the local coffee and cake. Alternatively, join an optional excursion to the imperial Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Habsburg emperors and a fine example of Baroque architecture.

Day 8 – Budapest This morning, a sightseeing tour takes you to historic Buda Castle, where you can enjoy a splendid view of the twin cities of Buda and Pest. You will also see the Fisherman’s Bastion, the Royal Palace, St Stephen’s Basilica, Heroes Square and much more. After dinner, the ship will sail a special ‘Illuminations Cruise’ past the city’s glittering waterfront.

Day 8 – Budapest After breakfast disembark for your transfer to the airport.

7 Night Cruise - AmaSonata, AmaDolce & AmaLyra Your Holiday Includes

Travel Dates in 2014

• Return flights from London to Frankfurt / Budapest • 1st class rail between Frankfurt and Nuremberg • Transfers to the ship and return transfers to the airport • 7 nights Deluxe Cruise Accommodation in the booked outside cabin category • Most staterooms offer French Balconies or revolutionary Twin Balconies • Fine dining with all meals included on your cruise • Complimentary WiFi access on board • Bottled water in the staterooms replenished daily • State of the art Infotainment System in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, hit Hollywood movies, extensive music library and English language TV stations

• Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain’s Gala Dinner • Multiple dining venues • Unlimited red and white wines, beer and soft drinks with every lunch and dinner on board • Daily entertainment highlights • Service of a professional, English speaking Cruise Director on board • Tour audio system for shore excursions • Special highlight programme on board including lectures, theme dinners, cooking demonstrations, onboard music performances and afternoon/evening piano music • All taxes along route – port charges are not included, there is an additional £100 per person

Prices on board the AmaSonata Category Cabin Deck

Season B

E D C BB BA AB AA AA+ SS+

2,337 2,493 2,743 3,055 3,118 3,243 3,368 3,586 3,993

2,399 2,555 2,805 3,117 3,180 3,305 3,430 3,648 4,055

2,587 2,743 2,993 3,305 3,368 3,493 3,618 3,836 4,243

Window Window French Balcony French/Outside Balcony French/Outside Balcony French/Outside Balcony French/Outside Balcony French/Outside Balcony French/Outside Balcony

Piano Piano Violin or Cello Cello Violin Cello Violin Violin Violin

E D C B A A+ S

Window Window French Balcony French Balcony French Balcony French Balcony French Balcony

Piano Piano Violin or Cello Violin or Cello Violin Violin Violin

10 November

Season B

09 July, 21 July

Season C

02 May 20 August 17 October

Season D

16 May, 26 May

Season E

03 September 15 September

• A similar cruise also operates in reverse Please ask for details • Single supplement on request Please ask for details • Reach the ship by rail or reserve pre-cruise night stays Please ask for details

Cruise ships operated by AmaWaterways

Pricing GBP

Prices on board the AmaDolce and AmaLyra Season Category Cabin Deck A

Season A

AmaLyra

02 May 16 May 17 October

AmaDolce

26 May 21 July 15 September 10 November

AmaSonata

09 July 20 August 03 September

Pricing GBP

2,087 2,337 2,399 2,462 2,587 2,243 2,493 2,555 2,618 2,743 2,493 2,743 2,805 2,868 2,993 2,618 2,824 2,930 2,993 3,118 2,699 2,949 3,011 3,074 3,199 3,149 3,399 3,461 3,524 3,649 3,336 3,586 3,648 3,711 3,836

All prices shown are from prices in £ per person, based on 2 sharing (unless stated) and subject to availability. Cruise only from £1687 per person. Call us or visit www.fredrivercruises.co.uk for details.

Budapest

Vienna

AmaDolce / AmaLyra

AmaDolce Stateroom Standard

AmaDolce Restaurant

AmaWaterwaysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; custom-built ships have set new standards in European river cruising and offer a number of exclusive features such as French balconies in most staterooms; complimentary in-room Internet and Hollywood hit movies; exquisite cuisine with wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner; complimentary WiFi; free guided bicycle tours and much more. Sun Deck 6

11 12 11 12 13

Sun Deck Violin Deck Violin Deck

Cello Deck

4 4

11 11

14 14

Piano Deck 16 16

99 10

Cello Deck

4 4

Piano Deck

16 16 Suite

Violin Deck / French Balcony

Cat. C

Violin & Cello Deck / French Balcony

Cat. A+ Suite

Violin Deck Deck // French French Balcony Balcony Violin

Cat. D C

Piano Deck / Fixed Violin & Cello Deck Windows / French Balcony

Cat.A+ A Cat.

Violin Deck / French Balcony

E Cat. D

Piano Deck / Fixed Windows

Cat. A B

Violin Deck & Cello Deck / Balcony French Balcony / French

Single Cat. E

Piano Deck / Fixed Window Windows

Cat. B

Violin & Cello Deck / French Balcony

Single

Piano Deck / Fixed Window

Category Suite Category Suite

Category A, B & C Category A, B & C

Category D&E Category D&E

Floor-to-ceiling Window

French Balcony

Twin Windows

Floor-to-ceiling Window

French Balcony

Twin Windows

1 Lower Sun-Deck 2 Navigation Bridge 3 Bicycles 4 Pool 5 Sun Deck 6 Walking Track 7 Al Fresco Dining Terrace 8 Observation Lounge 9 Main Lounge & Bar 10 Gift Shop 11 Reception 12 Massage & Hair Salon 13 Fitness Room 14 Erlebnis Chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Table Restaurant 15 Main Restaurant 16 Elevator

Technical Data Built: AmaDolce 2009 AmaLyra 2008 Length: 360 ft Width: 38 ft Crew: 41 Staterooms: 74 Passengers: 146

AmaSonata / AmaPrima / AmaCerto AmaCerto Restaurant

AmaPrima Bar

AmaCerto Cat BA

With a design inspired by classic ocean yachts, the new 164-passenger AmaSonata, AmaPrima and the AmaCerto offer a luxurious cruise experience on the Danube, Main, Moselle and Rhine. The exclusive “Twin Balconies” are available in most staterooms and suites. Guests can enjoy fine dining in the main dining room; an intimate Chef’s Table restaurant; a wine room, plus a casual al fresco dining terrace. All ships also feature a heated Sun Deck pool; a magnificent glass elevator; fitness centre; massage; Hair and Beauty salon; complimentary in-room Internet access and Hollywood movies; complimentary WiFi; plus a fleet of bicycles for guests to borrow and enjoy. Sun Deck

1 Lower Sun-Deck 2 Navigation Bridge 3 Bicycles 4 Pool 5 Sun Deck 6 Walking Track 7 Al Fresco Dining Terrace 8 Observation Lounge 9 Main Lounge & Bar 10 Gift Shop 11 Reception 12 Massage & Hair Salon 13 Fitness Room 14 Erlebnis Chef’s Table Restaurant 15 Main Restaurant 16 Elevator 17 Wine Bar 18 Crew Cabins

Technical Data

2 3

11 3

Cello Deck

Violin Deck

Cello Deck

9 16

Piano Deck

111 10 16 17

Cello Deck

Piano Deck

1 31

Violin Deck Violin Deck Sun Deck

4 4

14 12 14 13

Sun Deck

7 9

15 17

17 Piano Deck

Suite Suite Cat. AA Cat. AA

ViolinDeck Deck/ French / French Outside Balcony Violin && Outside Balcony Violin Deck / French & Outside BalconyCat. BB Violin / French & Outside Balcony ViolinDeck Deck / French & Outside Balcony (modified stateroom layout) (modified layout) Violin Deck /stateroom French & Outside Balcony Cat. C (modified stateroom layout) & Outside Balcony ViolinDeck Deck / French Violin / French & Outside Balcony

Cat. AB Cat.AB AB

CelloDeck Deck / French & Outside Balcony Cello / French & Outside Balcony

Cat. AA+ Cat.Suite AA+

Cat. AA+

Cat. AA

Cat.BA BA Cat. BA

Built: AmaSonata 2014 AmaPrima 2013 AmaCerto 2012 Length: 443 ft Width: 38 ft Crew: 49 Staterooms: 82 Passengers: 164

Violin Deck / French & Outside Balcony

Cat. D

Cello Deck / French & Outside Balcony Cat. E

/ French & Outside Balcony Cat.Cat. BB BBCelloCello DeckDeck / French & Outside Balcony Cello Deck / French & Outside Balcony

& Cello / French Balcony Cat.Cat. C C ViolinViolin & Cello Deck Deck / French Balcony Violin & Cello Deck / French Balcony

/ Fixed Windows Cat.Cat. D D PianoPiano Deck Deck / Fixed Windows Piano Deck / Fixed Windows

/ Fixed Windows Cat. EDeckE/ Fixed PianoPiano Deck Deck / Fixed Windows PianoCat. Windows

Violin Deck / French && Outside Balcony Violin Deck / French & Outside Balcony Violin Deck / French Outside Balcony

Category AA & ABCategory Category

Category Category Suite Category

AA & AB

Suite

Category

Deck

Cabin

28th March 2014

E E D D C C B B A A S

Haydn Haydn Haydn Haydn Strauss Strauss Strauss Strauss Mozart Mozart Mozart

Comfort 2 Bed Comfort 2 Bed - Sole Use Comfort 2 Bed Comfort 2 Bed - Sole Use Deluxe 2 Bed Deluxe 2 Bed - Sole Use Deluxe 2 Bed Deluxe 2 Bed - Sole Use Deluxe 2 Bed Deluxe 2 Bed - Sole Use Suite 2 Bed

1,085 1,210 1,173 1,324 1,427 1,794 1,496 2,142 1,687 2,511 2,015

Prices on board the MS Amadeus Silver Pricing GBP Category

Deck

E E D D C C B B A A S

Haydn Haydn Haydn Haydn Strauss Strauss Strauss Strauss Mozart Mozart Mozart

Amadeus Elegant

Cabin

29th March 2014

1,183 1,329 1,271 1,427 1,525 1,907 1,613 2,315 1,794 2,736 2,217

All prices shown are from prices in £ per person, based on 2 sharing (unless stated) and are subject to availability. Cruise only from £945 per person. Call us or visit www.fredrivercruises.co.uk for details.

(A) – 4 Excursions - £148 City tour of Amsterdam incl canal cruise, city tour of Ghent, city tour of Antwerp, visit to the Spring Gardens of Keukenhof.

(B) – 6 Excursions - £202 City tour of Amsterdam incl canal cruise, city tour of Arnhem (incl one of the two options shown), city tour of Middelburg, city tour of Ghent, city tour of Antwerp, visit to the Spring Gardens of Keukenhof.

(C) – 10 Excursions - £362 City tour of Amsterdam incl canal cruise, excursion to Holland Waterland, city tour of Arnhem (incl one of the two options shown), city tour of Middelburg, city tour of Ghent, city tour of Bruges, city tour of Antwerp, city tour of Brussels, visit to the Spring Gardens of Keukenhof, excursion to Kinderdijk.

Services Not Included • Gratuities and personal expenses (for example, drinks at the bar)

Additional Service • Travel Insurance • Excursions

Ship information about Amadeus Elegant Amadeus Silver can be found on page 28-29

The Romantic Rhine

Cruise Only from

£745 pp

Cologne

Rüdeshiem

Amsterdam

Day 1 – Amsterdam

Day 4 – Cochem

Day 6 – Mannheim - Speyer

Arrive in Amsterdam where you will be transferred to your ship to enjoy your welcoming cocktail.

Today the ship diverts to the Moselle River typified by steep vineyards clinging to the verdant hills. The ship arrives in Cochem after lunch and there is an optional excursion to see this quaint town followed by a wine tasting of some of the local offerings. Cochem has a fine medieval centre and an impressive castle. The ship heads back towards the Rhine after dinner.

Mannheim is at the junction of the Rhine and the Neckar. The town is built in the Baroque style and contains a large palace modelled on the designs of Versailles. There is an optional excursion to Mannheim or an alternative optional excursion to the city of Heidelberg. Heidelberg is a beautiful town overlooked by the ruins of a historical castle. The guided tour takes you to the castle and also to many of the other fine buildings in the historic old town. Lunch is taken on the ship and the ship sails on to Speyer where there is an optional walking tour. Speyer’s most important site is the Church of St Maria and St Stephan, a Romanesque delight. The guided walk will take you to the old city gate and through the many winding alleys.

Day 2 – Amsterdam - Volendam After a sumptuous breakfast, there is an optional excursion of a city tour of Amsterdam. This fascinating city has over 1,500 bridges and an impressive network of canals. The excursion includes a scenic cruise on the Ijsselmeer canal. There is another optional excursion in the afternoon to Volendam, a charming town well known for its old fishing boats and traditional Dutch costume that originates from there. It was an artist’s retreat with both Renoir and Picasso having spent some time there. Edam is nearby and there a chance to visit the famous cheese factory.

Day 3 – Cologne After lunch the ship arrives in Cologne, one of Germany’s oldest cities, famous for its historical gems and vivacious carnival celebrations. The twin spires of the Gothic cathedral tower overlook the charming old town and its countless cultural and historic treasures, alongside bustling bars and restaurants. There is an optional guided city walk which will show you all the most important sights of the city. The ship leaves Cologne after dinner.

Day 5 – Koblenz - Rüdesheim The ship arrives in Koblenz in the morning. Koblenz is at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle and overlooked by the impressive Ehrenbreitstein fortress. There is an optional morning excursion of a tour of the city. In the afternoon you will be cruising past some of the loveliest parts of the Rhine. There are many castles to be seen as well as the famous Lorelei rock where many ships were said to be destroyed by being lured on to the rocks by a beautiful maiden combing her hair and singing. Before dinner you will arrive in Rüdesheim, home of the famous Drosselgasse, a street lined with taverns and shops. There is an optional excursion of the town which takes you to Siegfried’s Music Museum with its many mechanical musical instruments. The ship departs in the late evening.

Day 7 – Strasbourg Like many of the places visited, Strasbourg is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There is an optional excursion which will allow you to explore the imposing cathedral and to see the European Parliament buildings. Don’t miss the cathedral’s famous astronomical clock. During lunch the ship moves upstream towards Basel.

Day 8 – Basel After breakfast, it is time to disembark your ship and transfer to Amsterdam airport for your flight back.

7 Night Cruise - MS Amadeus Princess, MS Amadeus Elegant & MS Amadeus Silver Your Holiday Includes • • • • •

Dates in 2014

Return flights London to Amsterdam / Basel Return transfers to the ship 7 nights Deluxe Cruise Accommodation in the booked cabin category Fine dining with lunch and dinner meals included on your cruise Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain’s Gala Dinner and crew show

• • • • •

24 hour tea / coffee station Quality red and white wines, beer and soft drinks with every dinner on board Daily entertainment highlights All taxes along route Tour audio system for shore excursions

Season A 30 October

(P)

Season B 03 November (S)* Season C 22 March 29 March

(P) (P)*

Season D 12 April 18 April 16 October

(P) (E)* (P)

Season E 02 May 16 May 22 May 05 June 07 July 14 July 23 July 30 July 06 Aug 02 October 09 October

(E) (E) (P)* (P)* (P) (P)* (S) (S)* (S) (P) (P)*

Amadeus Princess Amadeus Elegant Amadeus Silver

(P) (E) (S)

*Operates reverse route from Basel to Amsterdam Amadeus Silver

Prices on board the MS Amadeus Princess, MS Amadeus Elegant & MS Amadeus Silver Cat Deck Cabin

Season A B C D E

E E D D C C B B A A S

1,085 1,202 1,276 1,408 1,427 1,770 1,545 2,181 1,721 2,526 2,054

Haydn Haydn Haydn Haydn Strauss Strauss Strauss Strauss Mozart Mozart Mozart

Comfort - 2 Bed Comfort - 2 Bed Sole Use Comfort - 2 Bed Comfort - 2 Bed Sole Use Deluxe - 2 Bed Deluxe - 2 Bed - Sole Use Deluxe - 2 Bed Deluxe - 2 Bed - Sole Use Deluxe - 2 Bed Deluxe - 2 Bed - Sole Use Suite - 2 Bed

Pricing GBP

1,134 1,261 1,329 1,496 1,496 1,770 1,643 2,276 1,809 2,638 2,168

1,153 1,276 1,349 1,481 1,496 1,848 1,643 2,305 1,819 2,795 2,207

1,202 1,359 1,403 1,540 1,564 1,917 1,711 2,393 1,907 2,883 2,295

1,417 1,603 1,623 1,834 1,760 2,201 1,907 2,687 2,132 3,226 2,511

• We can also offer additional nights in Amsterdam and Basel or offer this cruise by rail Please ask us for details • 02 May = Rhine in Flames Different itinerary on this date Please ask us for details

Ship information about Amadeus Princess, Amadeus Elegant Amadeus Silver can be found on page 28-29

All prices shown are from prices in £ per person, based on 2 sharing (unless stated) and are subject to availability. Flights are available from other airports. Cruise only from £745 per person. Call us or visit www.fredrivercruises.co.uk for details.

Excursion Packages (A) – 5 Excursions - £111

(B) – 7 Excursions - £164

City tour of Amsterdam incl canal cruise, city tour of Cologne, city tour Rüdesheim with Music Museum, city walk Speyer and city tour of Strasbourg.

City tour of Amsterdam incl canal cruise, city tour of Cologne, city tour of Cochem with wine tasting, city tour Rüdesheim with Music Museum, city tour of Mannheim, city walk Speyer and city tour of Strasbourg.

City tour of Amsterdam incl canal cruise, excursion to Holland Waterland, city tour of Cologne, city tour of Cochem with wine tasting, city tour of Koblenz, city tour Rüdesheim with Music Museum, city tour of Mannheim or city tour of Heidelberg, city walk Speyer and city tour of Strasbourg. Amadeus Silver

MS Amadeus Princess / MS Amadeus Elegant Cruise ship operated by L端ftner Cruises

Amadeus Princess Hayden Deck Mozart Deck Strauss Deck Sun Deck

Amadeus Club

Reception Restaurant Panorama Deck Shop Panorama Bar Bridge

Sun Deck Chess

Mozart Deck

Strauss Deck

Amadeus Elegant Mozart Cabin, Strauss-Deck Hayden Deck Massage Hairdresser

Amadeus Princess

Gym

Cat S Suite

Cat A Deluxe

Cat B Deluxe

Cat C Deluxe

Cat D Comfort

Cat E Comfort

Amadeus Elegant Amadeus Club

Hayden Deck Reception Mozart Deck Sun Deck Shop/Lift Strauss Deck

Restaurant

Panorma Deck Panorma Bar

With its remarkable sense of style, elegance and grace, the Amadeus Princess beckons you to travel on a sophisticated and luxurious journey. This ship offers an impressive reception area, bright and airy cabins and suites offering splendid views of the passing scenery, and an outstanding wellness area with fitness room and Vital Club.

Technical Data Built: 2006 Length: 361 ft Width: 37.4 ft Crew: app. 40 Passengers: 148 Cabins/Suites: 78/2

Sun Deck Chess

Mozart Deck

Amadeus Elegant Strauss Deck Reception

Haydn Deck Gym

Hairdresser Massage

Cat S Suite

Cat A Deluxe

Cat B Deluxe

Cat C Deluxe

Cat E Superior

Cat F-1 Comfort

Technical Data Built: Length: Width:

2010 361 ft 37.4 ft

Crew: app. 40 Passengers: 150 Cabins/Suites: 67/9

Cat F-1 Comfort 1 Bed

The Amadeus Elegant is true to its name. With the famous pointed bow and measuring 361 ft in length and 37.4 ft in width, this ship fits in perfectly with the traditional elegance of the majestic Amadeus fleet. The vessel accommodates up to 150 passengers in its comfortable 67 cabins and 9 Amadeus suites. A crew of about forty strong are on hand to meet every wish in an atmosphere of total relaxation. The bright, modern, and inviting standard cabins have a floor area of 161 sq ft, giving passengers a space of their own with all the amenities and services of an oceangoing cruise liner.

MS Amadeus Silver

Restaurant.

The newest flagship in the innovative Amadeus fleet, the MS Amadeus Silver, launched in 2013. The Amadeus Silver is 443 ft in length, extending the traditional 360-foot length of Amadeus ships. This extension creates not only space for more cabins, but allows for a number of innovative new features. The Amadeus Silver has a total of 78 enlarged standard cabins, each 172 sq ft in size. Those on the Mozart and Strauss decks have an innovative form of a French balcony with the option of making the cabin-wide panoramic window front drop down so that the cabin becomes a balcony in itself. The 12 Amadeus Balcony Suites, each measuring 258 sq ft, have walk-out exterior balconies with their own seating areas, large panoramic windows, and comfortable baths with tub, separate WC and separate shower.

Cruise ship operated by Lüftner Cruises Amadeus Club Gym

Mozart Deck Strauss Deck

Sun Deck Hayden Deck

Hairdresser

Restaurant River Terrace Reception Bridge Panorama Lounge Shop

Bar

Sun Deck Chess

Mozart Deck Gym Hairdresser

Amadeus Silver

Amadeus Silver Mozart Cabin, Strauss-Deck

Strauss Deck Gym

Reception

Hayden Deck

Technical Data Built: 2013 Length: 443 ft Width: 37.4 ft Crew: app. 46 Cabins/Suites: 77/12

Cat S Suite

Cat A Deluxe

Cat B Deluxe

Cat C Deluxe

Cat D Comfort

Cat E Comfort

On the Silver Deck Sun deck with deck-chairs • Navigation bridge Lido-Bar • Golf putting green • Chess board Walking track • Panorama-Bar /- Lounge River Terrace • Cafe Vienna • Amadeus-Club Fitness room • Massage • Hairdresser Panorama-Restaurant • Reception Onboard shop

Vineyards of the Rhine and Moselle

Cologne

Cruise Only from

£1499 pp

Niederwald Monument, Rüdesheim

Day 1 – Amsterdam

Day 4 – Rüdesheim

Day 6 – Koblenz - Cochem

Arrive in vibrant Amsterdam and board your luxurious river cruise ship, moored near the city centre. Meet your fellow travellers tonight at the Welcome Dinner.

This morning, admire the stunning beauty of the Rhine’s numerous fairytale castles and legendary Lorelei Rock as you cruise through the Rhine Gorge. After lunch, arrive in Rüdesheim, where you will enjoy an afternoon wine tasting with a local vintner. Explore the Drosselgasse, a narrow alley lined with wine taverns and restaurants during your free time. In the evening, visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, which houses a fantastic collection of robotic and self-playing musical instruments from the 18th-20th centuries. The ship overnights here.

This afternoon, arrive in picturesque Cochem, located amidst the steep vineyards and wine villages of the Moselle. You then have the option to take a walking tour. The town is dominated by the castle which was originally built in the 11th Century but destroyed by French soldiers in 1869. The present castle was built in the 19th Century.

Day 2 – Amsterdam After a sumptuous breakfast your tour begins with a scenic canal cruise through the city known as the “Venice of the North.” See the fabled Skinny Bridge, elegant narrow townhouses and the famous house where Anne Frank once spent years in hiding during World War II. Afterwards, enjoy a panoramic coach tour of Amsterdam that will take you past numerous iconic landmarks and includes a photo stop at the Rembrandt Windmill. You will also have free time to explore and shop for souvenirs.

Day 3 – Cologne This morning, enjoy a scenic cruise on the Rhine River to Cologne. After arriving early afternoon, you will have your choice of two tours. The first is a walking tour of Cologne, which includes the Old Town, Cathedral Square, and the spectacular 13th-century Gothic cathedral whose twin spires are amongst the tallest in Europe. Afterwards, you will have free time to linger in the cathedral, browse the many nearby shops or perhaps enjoy a glass of Kölsch, Cologne’s famous beer. As an alternative, enjoy a guided bike tour of Cologne (capacity controlled).

Day 5 – Rüdesheim - Mainz Koblenz Arrive in Mainz after breakfast and choose between two different excursions; a walking tour of beautiful Mainz that includes the famous Gutenberg Museum, home of the world’s first printed bible; or an excursion to Heidelberg, Germany’s oldest university town, where you will see the red-walled Heidelberg Castle and its Great Vat and take a walking tour of Old Heidelberg. Tonight, the ship cruises to Koblenz.

Day 7 – Bernkastel Luxembourg This morning, arrive in charming Bernkastel, where you will enjoy a winery visit and walking tour. Strategically located in the heart of the Moselle, the town boasts over 500 years of documented wine history and has a medieval marketplace, steeply gabled half-timbered homes, and beautiful town squares with centuries-old fountains. Above the town stand the ruins of Castle Landshut, the former summer home of the Archbishop of Trier, which was destroyed by a fire in the 17th-century. Later in the afternoon, your ship cruises to Remich, Luxembourg.

Day 8 – Luxembourg After breakfast, it is time to disembark your ship and prepare for your homeward journey.

IN XCU CL RS U IO D NS ED

7 Night Cruise - AmaDolce

Cochem

Your Holiday Includes • Return flights London to Amsterdam / Paris • Transfers to the ship and return transfers to the airport • 7 nights Deluxe Cruise Accommodation in the booked outside cabin category • Most staterooms offer French Balconies or revolutionary Twin Balconies • Fine dining with all meals included on your cruise • Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain’s Gala Dinner • Complimentary WiFi access on board. • Bottled water in the staterooms replenished daily • State of the art Infotainment System in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, hit Hollywood movies, extensive music library and English language TV stations

Dates in 2014 • • • • • • •

Multiple dining venues Unlimited red and white wines, beer and soft drinks with every lunch and dinner on board Daily entertainment highlights Service of a professional, English speaking Cruise Director on board Tour audio system for shore excursions Special highlight programme on board including lectures, theme dinners, cooking demonstrations, onboard music performances and afternoon/evening piano music All taxes along route – port charges are not included and are an extra £100 per person

Pricing GBP Prices on board the AmaDolce Season Cat Deck Cabin A B C D E F E Piano Window 1,849 1,912 2,224 2,287 2,412 2,537 D Piano Window 2,005 2,068 2,380 2,443 2,568 2,693 C Violin or Cello French Balcony 2,255 2,318 2,630 2,693 2,818 2,943 B Violin or Cello French Balcony 2,380 2,443 2,755 2,818 2,943 3,068 A Violin French Balcony 2,461 2,524 2,836 2,899 3,024 3,149 A* Violin French Balcony 2,911 2,974 3,286 3,349 3,474 3,599 Suite Violin French Balcony 3,098 3,161 3,473 3,536 3,661 3,786

Season A

24 March

Season B

31 March*

Season C

27 October

Season D

16 June* 07 July 11 August*

Season E

12 May

Season F

01 September 06 October*

*Ship operates in reverse itinerary Please ask us for details • This cruise can also be reached by rail. Please ask us for details • Single Supplement on request Please ask us for details

Services Not Included • Gratuities and personal expenses (for example, drinks at the bar)

Additional Services • Travel Insurance • Port charge

All prices shown are from prices in £ per person, based on 2 sharing (unless stated) and are subject to availability. Cruise only from £1499 per person. Call or visit www.fredrivercruises.co.uk for details.

Ship information about AmaDolce can be found on page 18

Seine

The Seine and Paris are inextricably linked, but journey beyond to discover the many treasures the river reveals as it meanders through the beautiful Normandy countryside. Follow the river Seine from the splendours of romantic Paris, with the fascinating Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral, Eiffel Tower, Montmartre and the Champs Elysées, to the English Channel. Delight in the charming rustic scenes of orchards and blooming meadows that inspired some of the world’s most renowned artists, bringing about the Impressionist movement.

Honfleur

Le Havre Caudebec Rouen

Vernon

Les Andelys Giverny

Paris

FRANCE

A region rich in history and culture, Normandy allows you to discover the picturesque harbour of Honfleur and the splendid Gothic architecture of Rouen, where Joan of Arc was burnt back in 1431. Spend time strolling through the exquisite Gardens of Giverny and explore the Chateau de Versailles. This provides a dramatic contrast to the charming, smaller towns of Les Andelys and Vernon that boast remarkable 17th century architecture and half-timbered houses along the tree lined river.

Places of Interest

Enjoy a seven night ‘French Delights’ roundtrip from Paris taking you through the heart of Normandy and to its beaches, the famous site of the World War II landings, especially poignant as the region celebrates its 70th anniversary.

Le Havre

SEINE

Les Andelys Well-known for its imposing castle built by Richard the Lionheart, Richard I of England in 1196, Chateau Gaillard is a masterpiece of medieval military architecture.

The port of Le Havre is the second largest in France connecting with Honfleur by the Pont de Normandie. Lying in the heart of the Calvados region it is a must to sample the famous cider and Calvados brandy.

Paris

Places of Interest

Caudebec-en-Caux This attractive historic town is home to the Abbey de Jumièges, founded in 654. Once destroyed by invading Vikings, the buildings were restored but damaged again during the French Revolution.

Giverny Most famous for being the rural retreat of the famous painter Monet. The gardens of his house proved to be a great part of the inspiration and subject matter for his paintings. It was here where most of the water lily subject paintings were produced.

Discover famous sights such as the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Cathedral of Notre Dame and Sacré-Coeur, as well as breathtaking art collections in well-known museums like the Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay. Enjoy the French savoir vivre with Paris’ superb nightlife and shopping opportunities.

Rouen Here you will find amazing modern buildings set beside ancient Gothic cathedrals. Famous sights include the market square where Joan of Arc was tried and burnt.

Vernon Just across the river from Giverny, this pretty little town offers many 17th century architectural treasures.

French Delights

Cruise Only from

£1937 pp

EX IO

Day 1 – Paris Arrive in Paris, by air or by Eurostar, where you will be transferred to your luxurious ship and you will meet your fellow passengers at the Welcome Dinner.

Day 2 – Vernon Spend the morning enjoying the scenery along the Seine as you cruise to the provincial town of Vernon. Upon arrival, you will have free time to explore the town at your leisure. Later, you will visit Giverny and the home and gardens of Impressionist master Claude Monet. The artist lived here for more than four decades and immortalised his ponds and flower gardens in some of his most iconic paintings. The ship moors overnight in Vernon.

Day 3 – Vernon - Caudebac After a scenic morning cruise on the Seine, arrive in the old fishing village of Caudebec. You will have a choice of two different tours. The first option is to visit Honfleur, a historic and picturesque port with pastel-coloured houses that was a favourite subject of artists such as Courbet, Boudin and Monet. The town’s medieval Sainte-Catherine church, with its separate bell tower, is the largest wooden church in France. As an alternative, choose the “Routes des Abbayes” excursion spotlighting Normandy’s famous abbeys, more than 100 of which once covered this region. You will visit the ruined abbey in Jumièges as well as St Wandrille, still a working monastery.

Day 4 – Caudebec – Normandy Beaches Today, you have the choice of three different excursions. “D-Day Remembered” is a full day excursion to the US sector, Omaha and Utah beaches. Your first stop will be the village of Arromanches, where the remains of the floating harbour used during the WWII landings can be seen. You will have free time to see the museums and have lunch on your own before visiting the US Cemetery and Omaha Beach at St Laurent-sur-Mer. Your last stop is the Ranger Monument at Pointe du Hoc before returning to the ship in Rouen. As an alternative, you can tour the Gold and Juno beaches in the British and Canadian sectors. Your first stop will be the Canadian cemetery at Beny-sur-Mer, followed by the Pegasus Monument in Ranville. You will have free time for lunch on your own before visiting the Juno Beach Centre, Canada’s WWII museum, with a final stop at Arromanches. A third option is an excursion to rural Normandy, which includes a visit to the Pays d’Auge and “Routes du Cidre” (the Cider Road). You will visit beautiful Norman towns and villages, such as Beuvron-en-Auge, Crevecoeur-en-Auge and Crambremer, and tour a Calvados distillery where you may sample apple cider and apple brandy.

Day 5 – Rouen – Les Andelys Enjoy a morning walk through this medieval city and see the imposing Notre Dame Cathedral, painted numerous times by Monet, and the square where Joan of Arc was martyred. Afterwards, you will have free time to explore Rouen on your own, perhaps stopping to sample some of Normandy’s famous and delicious cheeses. This afternoon, enjoy scenic cruising on the Seine to Les Andelys.

Day 6 – Les Andelys - Conflans An afternoon stroll along the river in Les Andelys offers beautiful views of the Seine Valley’s dramatic white cliffs, centuries-old half-timbered houses and the hilltop ruins of Château Gaillard. This former stronghold of Richard the Lionheart changed hands a number of times during the Hundred Years’ War. The ship arrives tonight in Conflans.

Day 7 – Conflans - Paris Today, you have a choice of two excursions. The first option is to visit Château Malmaison, former home of Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte and his wife Josephine. Your tour includes the Château’s interior, gardens and museum. Alternatively, travel to Auvers-sur-Oise, a town famous for the Impressionist painters who lived there in the 19th century, such as Paul Cézanne and Camille Pissarro.

7 Day Cruise - AmaLegro • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Your Holiday Includes

Dates in 2014

Eurostar London to Paris in Standard Plus class Return transfer to the ship 7 nights Deluxe Cruise Accommodation in the booked outside cabin category Most staterooms offer French Balconies or revolutionary Twin Balconies Fine dining with all meals included on your cruise Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain’s Gala Dinner Complimentary WiFi access on board Bottled water in the staterooms replenished daily State of the art Infotainment System in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, hit Hollywood movies, extensive music library and English language TV stations Multiple dining venues Unlimited red and white wines, beer and soft drinks with every lunch and dinner on board Daily entertainment highlights Service of a professional, English speaking Cruise Director on board Tour audio system for shore excursions Bicycles to explore on your own and guided bicycle tours Special highlight programme on board including lectures, theme dinners, cooking demonstrations, onboard music performances and afternoon/evening piano music All taxes along route – port charges are not included, there is an additional £100 per person charged

Season A

10 April, 17 April 06 November 27 November

Season B

24 April 30 October

Season C

26 June, 03 July 10 July, 17 July 24 July, 31 July 07 August, 14 August 23 October

Season D

01 May, 08 May 19 June 21 August 16 October

Season E

22 May, 29 May, 05 June, 12 June 28 August

Season F

04 September 11 September 18 September 25 September 02 October 09 October

Prices on board the AmaLegro Cat Deck Cabin

Season A B

E D C B A A* Suite

2,217 2,342 2,404 2,467 2,529 2,654 2,373 2,498 2,560 2,623 2,685 2,810 2,623 2,748 2,810 2,873 2,935 3,060 2,748 2,873 2,935 2,998 3,060 3,185 2,829 2,954 3,016 3,079 3,141 3,266 3,279 3,404 3,466 3,529 3,591 3,716 3,466 3,591 3,653 3,716 3,778 3,903

Piano Piano Violin + Cello Violin + Cello Violin Violin Violin

Window Window French Balcony French Balcony French Balcony French Balcony French Balcony

Pricing GBP

All prices shown are from prices in £ per person, based on 2 sharing (unless stated) and are subject to availability. Cruise only from £1937 per person. Call us or visit www.fredrivercruises.co.uk for details.

• Single Supplement on request Please ask for details • This cruise can also reached by rail. Please ask for details

Services Not Included • Gratuities and personal expenses (for example, drinks at the bar)

Additional Services Your “Artists’ Walk” tour will include many sites associated with their work, including the Auberge Ravoux, former home of Vincent van Gogh. The upstairs room where Van Gogh died has been meticulously preserved. He and his brother Theo are both buried in the nearby town cemetery. The ship departs this afternoon for Paris, arriving in the evening.

• Travel Insurance • Port charge

Day 8 – Paris After breakfast, it is time to disembark your ship and transfer to either the airport or the Eurostar Terminal in Paris.

Please see page 36 for AmaLegro ship Information

AmaLegro

Stateroom Suite

Bar

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6 13

Sun Deck Violin Deck Violin Deck

11 13 12

10 10

Cello Deck

1 1

93 9

Cello Deck

14 14

Piano Deck 16

Piano Deck

16 Suite

Violin Deck / French Balcony

Cat. D

Piano Deck / Fixed Windows

Cat. SuiteA

Violin Violin Deck Deck // French French Balcony Balcony

E Cat. D

Piano Deck / Fixed Windows

Cat. A B Cat.

Violin Deck & Cello Deck / Balcony French Balcony Violin / French

Single Cat. E

Window Piano Deck / Fixed Windows

Cat. Cat. C B

Violin & & Cello Cello Deck Deck // French French Balcony Violin Balcony

Single

Piano Deck / Fixed Window

Cat. C

Violin & Cello Deck / French Balcony

Category Suite Category Suite

Floor-to-ceiling Window

French Balcony

Floor-to-ceiling Window

French Balcony

Category A, B & C Category A, B & C

1 Observation Deck 2 Navigation Bridge 3 Bicycles 4 Whirlpool 5 Sun Deck 6 Walking Track 7 Bow Seating Area 8 Main Lounge & Bar 9 Gift Shop 10 Reception 11 Massage & Hair Salon 12 Fitness Room 13 Erlebnis Chefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Table Restaurant 14 Main Restaurant 15 Elevator 16 Crew Cabins

(Single staterooms only available on AmaCello) (Single staterooms only available on AmaCello)

Category D&E Category D&E

French Balcony

Twin Windows

French Balcony

Twin Windows

Technical Data Built: AmaLegro 2007 Length: 360 ft Width: 38 ft Crew: 41 Staterooms: 75 Passengers: 146/148

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Rh么ne

Rising in Switzerland and fed by the Rhône Glacier, the 500-mile long river winds its way through enchanting landscapes, linking two of France’s most beautiful regions, Burgundy and Provence. Follow its tributary river Saône into the world-renowned Burgundy region revealing its natural beauty with idyllic vineyards and historic places dating back to Roman times. Soak up the ancient charm of unspoilt towns and villages and experience first hand some of the region’s finest wines and gastronomic delights. Cruise on an unforgettable journey through sun-drenched vineyards, passing ancient cities and peaceful villages nestling in the lavender scented hills of Provence. The ‘Burgundy & Provence’ cruise takes you on the rivers Rhône and Saône on a seven night roundtrip from Lyon.

FRANCE

SA ÔN E

Immortalised by artists and writers and a paradise for lovers of haute cuisine and fine wine, the Rhône Valley provides a relaxing and tranquil setting for a river cruise.

Chalon-sur-Saône Tournus Mâcon Trévoux Lyon

SWITZERLAND RHÔNE

Vienne Tournon

Avignon Arles

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

Places of Interest

Arles The Roman antiquities like the amphitheatre, the church of St Trophime and the remains of the Gallo-Roman burial road gave this beautiful city the name ‘Little Rome of Gaul’. Even Vincent van Gogh was inspired by the Mediterranean light of Arles.

Avignon The City of Popes boasts a number of amazing museums, beautiful churches and magnificent palaces. The medieval walls surrounding Avignon are fitting relics of history.

Lyon Known as the gastronomic capital of France, this city also impresses with its variety of sights. See Fourvière Hill, the Place des Terraux, St Pierre Place and Place Bellecour, one of Europe’s largest squares.

Mâcon Enjoy a stroll along the quays of this sunny city and take in the natural beauty of the Saône River. Experience the glory of the Benedictine monastery and the charm of its octagonal tower and its Chapelle de Bourbon.

Tournus This city is a perfect illustration of the beauty of Burgundy with its romantic castles, churches and its royal palace. A visit to the cloister of St Philibert or to the famous Hôtel-Dieu is always worthwhile. Accentuate your trip to this lovely city with a wine tasting session at a beautiful château in the vineyards.

Burgundy and Provence

Cruise Only from

£784 pp

Provence

Day 1 – Lyon Arrive in Lyon and transfer to the Amadeus Symphony which will be your home for the next seven nights. This evening there is a welcome cocktail party and the Captain’s Welcome Dinner on the ship.

Day 2 – Mâcon This morning sees the ship arrive in Mâcon, a small city on the River Saône and set in the beautiful countryside of Burgundy. After breakfast there is an optional excursion which takes you to the heart of this wine-growing region. The tour finishes at a museum dedicated to the local wines and allows you to see the history of wine in the region. In the afternoon, there is an optional excursion to Cluny Abbey a Benedictine abbey built in a Romanesque style.

Day 3 – Chalon-sur-Saône Tournus The ship reaches Chalon-sur-Saône which lies in the South of the Burgundy region, in the morning. There is an optional excursion in the region and a visit to Beaune known as the capital of Burgundy wines. The annual wine auction at the picturesque Hospices de Beaune is one of the most important in France. This is a 15th Century building as a hospital for the poor. There is wine tasting at the end of the tour. In the afternoon there is an optional excursion to Bracion and Cormatin. These are beautiful medieval villages that are well worth a visit and

a walk around. The excursion re-joins the ship in Tournus.

Day 4 – Lyon The day is spent in Lyon where you can explore the city on your own or take the optional excursion which is a guided tour of the city. Lyon is the gastronomical capital of France and is full of beautiful architecture. The old town and the streets around St Jean are full of character and worth a visit. The Fourvière Basilica stands on what is known as ‘the hill that prays’ and offers great views of the city.

Day 5 – Avignon This morning, set out on an optional guided walk of Avignon with a visit to the renowned Palace of the Popes which has served as a papal residence, fortress, church and palace. The town is surrounded by well-preserved medieval walls and the cobbled streets add to the feeling of experiencing times past. The town is mentioned in the famous children’s song ‘Sur le pont d’Avignon’. In the afternoon there is an optional tour to the famous ‘Le Pont du Gard’ which is the famous three levels Roman stone aqueduct. You will also visit the picturesque village of Uzès.

Day 6 – Avignon - Arles After breakfast there is an optional excursion to tour the Carmague Nature Reserve. The area is famous for its black bulls and white horses and

home to more than 400 species of birds. If you are on this excursion you will re-join the ship in Arles for lunch. The afternoon sees an optional excursion of a walking tour of Arles. Arles was once the home of Van Gogh and he painted many of his famous paintings here. The city is famous for its amphitheatre ‘Les Arènes.

Day 7 – Viviers - Le Pouzin The ship arrives this morning in the small town of Viviers and there is an optional excursion to the ‘Valley of the Ardèche’. This is a tour that will interest the keen photographer as there are some great views of the winding river and the Gorge. The excursion re-joins the ship at Le Pouzin. The evening includes the special Captain’s Gala Dinner.

Day 8 – Lyon After breakfast it is time to leave the ship for your homeward journey.

7 Night Cruise - MS Amadeus Symphony © Lyon View-Nacht

Lyon

• • • • • • • • •

Your Holiday Includes

Excursion Packages

Return flights from London to Lyon Return transfers to the ship 7 nights Deluxe Cruise Accommodation in the booked cabin category Fine dining with lunch and dinner meals included on your cruise Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain’s Gala Dinner and crew show 24 hour tea/coffee station Quality red and white wines, beer and soft drinks with every dinner on board Daily entertainment highlights Tour audio system for shore excursions

(A) – 4 Excursions - £146 Mâconnais and wine museum, Beaune and wine tasting, city tour of Lyon, city walk of Avignon.

(B) – 7 Excursions - £248 Mâconnais and wine museum, Cluny Abbey, Beaune and wine tasting, city tour of Lyon, city walk of Avignon, Nature Reserve Camargue, Valley of the Ardèche.

(C) – 10 Excursions - £342 Mâconnais and wine museum, Cluny Abbey, Beaune and wine tasting, Medieval Brancion and Cormatin, city tour of Lyon, city walk of Avignon, Pont du Gard and Uzès, Nature Reserve Camargue, city walk of Arles, Valley of the Ardèche.

Sun Deck

Avignon

Please see page 43 for MS Amadeus Symphony information

Bar

Cabin

Dates in 2014 Season A

30 October

Season B

27 March

Season C

10 April, 17 April, 24 April

Season D

17 July, 31 July, 07 August

Season E

08 May, 15 May, 22 May 26 June, 10 July, 21 August 18 September, 09 October

• Single Supplement on request Please ask for details • Reserve a pre or post-cruise stay in Paris Please ask for details

Arles

Prices on board the Amadeus Symphony Category Deck Cabin

Season A

E E D D C C B B A A

Haydn Haydn Haydn Haydn Strauss Strauss Strauss Strauss Mozart Mozart

Comfort 2 Bed Comfort 2 Bed Sole Use Comfort 2 Bed Comfort 2 Bed Sole Use Deluxe 2 Bed Deluxe 2 Bed - Sole Use Deluxe 2 Bed Deluxe 2 Bed - Sole Use Deluxe 2 Bed Deluxe 2 Bed - Sole Use

1,134 1,271 1,310 1,471 1,506 1,873 1,613 2,289 1,848 2,663

1,231 1,369 1,408 1,569 1,603 1,980 1,711 2,413 1,946 2,858

1,280 1,422 1,457 1,613 1,652 2,064 1,760 2,491 1,995 2,951

1,329 1,476 1,506 1,672 1,701 2,103 1,809 2,550 2,044 3,000

1,378 1,559 1,555 1,755 1,750 2,191 1,858 2,599 2,147 3,098

Mozart

Suite 2 Bed

2,152

2,250

2,299

2,348

2,457

Pricing GBP

We can also offer additional nights in Lyon. Flights are available from other airports – please ask for details. All prices shown are from prices in £ per person, based on 2 sharing (unless stated) and are subject to availability. Cruise only from £784 per person. Call us or visit www.fredrivercruises.co.uk for details.

MS Amadeus Symphony

Reception

Fitness Room

Amadeus Symphony

Cruise ship operated by Lüftner Cruises

Restaurant

Hayden Deck Mozart Deck Strauss Deck Sun Deck

Panorama Café Reception Bridge Shop Panorama Bar

Spacious cabins and suites fitted with every conceivable comfort, some with panoramic windows, combined with a professional service, hospitality and additional facilities turn this ship into a very special oasis of well-being.

Lido Bar

Sun Deck Chess

The ship offers its passengers unforgettable and relaxed luxury cruises on the charming waterways of Europe.

Fun Pool

Technical Data Mozart Deck Panorama Bar

Restaurant

Reception Amadeus Club

Shop

Hayden Deck

Cat S Suite

Cat B Deluxe

Cat D Comfort

Cat A Deluxe

Cat C Deluxe

Cat E Comfort

Gym

Hairdresser

Strauss Deck

Built: 2003 Updated: 2012 Length: 361 ft Decks: 4 Cabins: 73 Passengers: 146 Crew: 40 Onboard facilities: Lobby with reception, Panorama restaurant, Panorama bar, sun deck with lido bar, fun pool, walking track, fitness and massage room, hairdressers, Amadeus-Club with internet café, on board shop.

Main-Danube Canal

Würzburg

Places of Interest

Bamberg The Domplatz is one of the most beautiful squares in Germany and contains the Cathedral as well as the old bishop’s palace. Bamberg is full of historic hoses and half-timbered structures that make it a delight to walk around. The Cathedral dominates the skyline and is a mixture of late Romanesque and early Gothic styles.

Bernkastel

The Main River flows through some of the most scenic parts of Germany covering the holiday regions of Bavaria, Baden-Württemberg and Hesse. The river passes through important cities of the past and present – Frankfurt with its modernistic skyline, Würzburg with the Festung Marienberg on the skyline and Bamberg, a beautiful UNESCO World Heritage site. The Main-Danube Canal is a feat of modern engineering, connecting the two rivers through a series of locks – some of these are very narrow. We offer a cruise highlighting Europe’s rivers and castles taking in the manmade Main-Danube Canal. The cruise starts in Remich and cruises via Trier, the oldest city in Germany before continuing through the meandering Moselle river valley. The cruise visits story book German villages and offers dramatic scenery in the Rhine River Gorge. The numerous fortresses and castles add to the dramatic effect of the river. The journey continues on the Main River and allows visits to beautiful medieval towns before cruising through the Main-Danube Canal to historical Nuremberg.

Is situated on the Moselle and is a delightful place to visit as it contains many well preserved halftimbered houses. From the colourful market square to the delights of the Spitzhäuschen (a house that looks very fragile) you will find the town a photographer’s delight. Some of the best wine of the region is found here.

Heidelberg It is not unusual that Heidelberg is one of the most visited destinations in Germany. Undoubtedly it is one of the most picturesque cities. Narrow streets, historic University buildings and Heidelberg castle looking down on to the old town all add to the special ambience.

Trier Germany’s oldest city which had settlements as early as the third Century BC. It is a city that features many interesting Roman buildings including the Porta Nigra, Germany’s oldest defensive structure. The ‘Aula Palatina’ served as the throne hall for the Roman Emperor and the nearby Kaiserthermen acted as the imperial baths.

Würzburg The Residenz Palace features the beautiful ‘Treppenhaus’ where the largest fresco in the world can be viewed from the impressive staircase. The Festung Marienberg towers above the town and was the original defence system to protect the town. The Alte Mainbrücke is a beautiful bridge that connects the two sides of the river and is the oldest bridge on the Main river.

Europe’s Rivers and Castles

Cruise Only from

Würzburg

Day 1 – Luxembourg Board your cruise in Luxembourg. Tonight, gather on board for a Welcome Dinner.

Day 2 – Trier - Bernkastel After breakfast, a guided walking tour of Trier, Germany’s oldest city, will introduce you to its rich Roman past. You will see the Roman Baths, Trier Cathedral, Basilica of Constantine and the Porta Nigra gate that dates back to 180 A.D. Continue on to Bernkastel, strategically located in the middle of the Moselle wine-producing region, an area that’s been cultivating wine for over 500 years. A guided walking tour through the old town centre this afternoon will take you past many medieval and Renaissance buildings. You will also enjoy a winery visit to sample several different regional vintages. The ship departs later this evening and cruises overnight.

Day 3 – Cochem - Koblenz Rhine River Gorge - Rüdesheim Today, the ship makes a brief stop in Alken, where you will have a choice of two excursions – Cochem or Koblenz. In Cochem, you will take a guided tour of the spectacular hilltop Reichsburg Castle, which offers fascinating views of the river valley. Alternatively, travel to Koblenz, an historic wine-growing town, where you will see the Four Towers, the Church of Our Lady, and hear the story behind the Schängel Fountain and City Hall. Return to the ship for a scenic afternoon cruise along the most

beautiful part of the Rhine, with ruined castles and fortresses and the legendary Lorelei Rock. Arrive in Rüdesheim this evening and visit the Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum after dinner. The ship moors overnight in Rüdesheim.

Day 4 – Mainz – Heidelberg The ship departs Rüdesheim this morning and cruises to beautiful Mainz, arriving after lunch. Your guided walking tour includes a visit to the Gutenberg Museum, home to two copies of the world’s first printed Bible and centuries-old manuscripts and printing presses. Alternatively, travel by coach to Heidelberg, Germany’s oldest university town. You will visit the red-walled castle and see its Great Vat (a 49,000-gallon 18th-century wine cask), and also enjoy gorgeous views of the Neckar Valley and city below. Later this afternoon, the ship departs Mainz and cruises overnight to Wertheim.

Day 5 – Wertheim This afternoon your ship arrives in Wertheim, where you will have a guided walking tour and free time to explore on your own. Reboard the ship this evening and cruise overnight to Wurzburg.

£1812 pp

Heidelberg

Day 6 – Würzburg – Kitzingen This morning, take a guided tour of Würzburg showing you all of the major sights or visit the Residenz Palace and gardens, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe’s best examples of Baroque architecture. This afternoon, take an optional excursion to medieval Rothenburg for a walking tour and free time to explore on your own. A famous shop dedicated solely to Christmas is located here, offering handmade ornaments, nutcrackers and other seasonal wares. The ship will cruise to Kitzingen, arriving this evening. The local Aulic Council and Wine Queen will escort you to Germany’s oldest wine cellar to sample regional wines. Later tonight, the ship sails to Bamberg.

Day 7 – Bamberg After arriving this afternoon in enchanting Bamberg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you’ll have a guided walking tour of this medieval gem. Admire the town’s breathtaking cathedral, the old town Hall that straddles the river, and the serpentine streets lined with lovely houses and 18th-century mansions. You will also sample some of Bamberg’s famous smoked beer. This evening, we cruise to Nuremberg.

Day 8 – Nuremburg After breakfast disembark for your transfer to the airport.

IN XCU CL RS U IO D NS ED

7 Night Cruise - AmaDolce & AmaLyra

Bernkastel

Europe’s Rivers and Castles

Trier

Bamberg

Mainz

Your Holiday Includes • Return flights from London to Luxembourg / Frankfurt • Transfers to the ship and return transfers to the airport • 7 nights Deluxe Cruise Accommodation in the booked outside cabin category • Most staterooms offer French Balconies • Fine dining with all meals included on your cruise • Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain’s Gala Dinner • Complimentary WiFi access on board • Bottled water in the staterooms replenished daily • State of the art Infotainment System in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, hit Hollywood movies, extensive music library and English language TV stations

Travel Dates in 2014 • Multiple dining venues • Unlimited red and white wines, beer and soft drinks with every lunch and dinner on board • Daily entertainment highlights • Service of a professional, English speaking Cruise Director on board • Tour audio system for shore excursions • Special highlight programme on board including lectures, theme dinners, cooking demonstrations, onboard music performances and afternoon/evening piano music • All taxes along route – port charges are not included there is an additional £100 per person

Prices on board the AmaDolce & AmaLyra Category Deck Cabin

Season A Season B Season C Season D Season E

03 November 31 October* 14 July, 04 August* 19 May, 09 June* 08 September 29 September*

*This route operates in reverse Please ask for details • Single supplement on request Please ask for details

For ship information for AmaDolce & AmaLyra please see page 18 Pricing GBP

Season A

E Piano Window 2,112 2,174 2,237 2,362 2,487 D Piano Window 2,268 2,330 2,393 2,518 2,643 C Violin + Cello French Balcony 2,518 2,580 2,643 2,768 2,893 B Violin + Cello French Balcony 2,643 2,705 2,768 2,893 3,018 A Violin French Balcony 2,724 2,786 2,849 2,974 3,099 A* Violin French Balcony 3,174 3,236 3,299 3,424 3,549 Suite Violin French Balcony 3,361 3,423 3,486 3,611 3,736 All prices shown are from prices in £ per person, based on 2 sharing (unless stated) and are subject to availability. Cruise only from £1812 per person. Call or visit www.fredrivercruises.co.uk for details.

AmaDolce & AmaLyra

EX IO

Bamberg

Douro

As one of Europe’s most beautiful rivers, the Douro and its UNESCO listed valley abounds with unspoilt scenic splendour. The Douro River meanders its way through northern Portugal and central Spain on a 556-mile journey, passing by rolling hillsides covered with pretty terraced vineyards and vibrant lemon groves. Flowing from its source near Duruelo de la Sierra in Spain, the Douro winds its way from the province of Soria across to the Portuguese city of Miranda do Douro before running into the Atlantic Ocean, near the fascinating historic city of Porto. A river cruise along the Douro is the ideal way to explore the cultural and scenic wonders of Spain and Portugal. Enjoy a daytrip to the cultural melting pot of Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage city famous for its university and amazing architectural highlights, which include a magnificent Romanesque cathedral. On your voyage of Iberian discovery visit beautifully restored palaces, relax in quaint countryside villages, soak up the culture of bustling cities and sample the delectable produce of one of the world’s oldest wine regions. Cruise along ‘The Porto Wine Road’ on a seven night roundtrip from Porto, taking in fantastic sights in both Portugal and Spain.

Porto

Braga Régua

Vila Nova de Gaia Lamego

Pinhâo

R DO

URO

Salamanca

Madrid

Lisbon

PORTUGAL

RIVE

1. 2. 3. 4.

Ferradosa Barca d’ Alva Vega de Teron Vila Real

SPAIN

Places of Interest

Pinhão This quaint and rustic town is the heart of the Port winemaking region. Every year the autumn grape harvest turns the quiet and small village into a bustling place full of activities and entertainment.

Porto Known as the ‘Invincible City’ due to the resistance shown during the civil war. Porto is a charming city and a stroll through the historic city centre will help you discover the traditional charm. Visit the Romanesque Cathedral or climb up the Tower of Clerics, an 88-metre-high bell tower, to enjoy a breathtaking view over Porto. No trip to Porto would be complete without sampling the fortified wine which is a speciality of the region.

Salamanca It is said that it is the city where the purest Spanish is spoken. A University City where La Plaza Mayor is one of the finest squares in the country. There are many places to visit in this picturesque city, the Cathedral Nueva and the University are only a few of the amazing sights in Salamanca. The city has been declared an UNESCO World Heritage Site for its Roman, Arabic and Christian architecture.

The Porto Wine Road

Cruise Only from

£1195 pp

Porto

Day 1 – Porto Upon arrival transfer to your ship ‘MS Douro Spirit’ for the start of your cruise along the banks of the River Douro. Starting in Porto, home of the famous Port wine, this roundtrip leads you through the Douro Valley with its stunning landscape of endless vineyards.

Day 2 – Porto – Régua - Pinhão After breakfast there is a visit to the attractive town of Lamego, overlooked by two hills, with a 12th Century castle and the monumental Sanctuary of Nossa Senhora dos Remédios. The town museum features Flemish tapestries and works by many Portuguese artists. The ship is re-joined in Régua. After lunch there is a visit to a traditional vineyard and the ship is re-joined in Pinhão. In the evening there is a traditional Portuguese folk evening.

Day 3 – Pinhão - Vega de Terrón Make sure you get a prime seat for this part of your journey as there is some fantastic scenery to be viewed before lunch. In the afternoon there is an excursion to the medieval town of Figueia Castelo Rodrigo, where you can visit the national monument of Castelo Rodrigo Castle. It is located on one of the two mountains that define the village and offers great views of the surrounding village.

Day 4 – Vega de Terron - Barca d’Alva Today, enjoy an excursion to Salamanca which includes a typical Spanish lunch and a flamenco show before re-joining the ship at Barca d’Alva. Salamanca’s history conjures stories of knights, saints and nobility. There are many Renaissance and Medieval buildings that are worth viewing. Salina Palace is one of the most beautiful buildings in the town. Directly

opposite is the Clavero Tower and nearby is the Orellana Place. The tour will allow you to see the beautiful cathedral, the university and the picturesque main square. In the evening there is a barbecue on the ship.

Day 5 – Barca d’Alva - Pinhão In the morning there is a visit to Mateus Palace, a beautiful Portuguese noble house. The gardens are classed as some of the most beautiful in the country while the Baroque Palace is enriched with rich furnishing, ceramics and art. The ship is re-joined in Pinhão. In the afternoon there is wine tasting and dinner at the Quinta Avessada wine museum.

Day 6 – Pinhão - Entre-os-Rios - Porto Once again there is some beautiful scenery on the way to Entre-os-Rios and then later on the way to Porto. Before Porto, enjoy lunch at the Monastery of Alpendura. This monastery was abandoned in the 19th Century but originally dated from the 11th Century. The ship arrives into Porto, the final destination on the cruise.

Day 7 – Porto In the morning there is a guided tour of Porto visiting the Cathedral and sampling some of the local Port wine. The six bridges that connect Porto to Gaia offer some great views of the city. The city itself contains a number of alleyways and small side streets. The afternoon sees an optional trip to Guimarães, the town known as ‘the cradle of Portuguese nationality’.

Day 8 – Porto After breakfast it is time to leave the ship and transfer to the airport for your return journey.

Salamanca

Your Holiday Includes • Return flights from London to Porto • Return transfers to ship • 7 night cruise in the booked cabin category • Full board on your cruise with breakfast, lunch buffet and dinner – choice of menus • Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner • House wine and soft drinks with the main meals • Coffee / Tea station • Daily on-board entertainment • All shore excursions / sightseeing as per programme • Port and lock fees

Services Not included • Gratuities and personal expenses (for example, drinks at the bar)

Additional Services • •

Arrival and departure Travel Insurance

Travel Dates in 2014

09 July, 16 July, 30 July, 20 August

Salamanca

Please see page 55 for MS Douro Spirit Information

Porto

Prices on board the MS Douro Spirit Category Deck Cabin

Pricing GBP £

D Main Comfort 2 Bed 1,549 C Main Deluxe 2 Bed 1,622 C Main Deluxe 2 Bed Sole Use 2,351 B Main and Upper Deluxe 2 Bed 1,754 A Upper Deluxe 2 Bed 1,886 A Upper Deluxe 2 Bed Sole Use 2,802 S Upper Suite 2 Bed 2,146 All prices shown are from prices in £ per person, based on 2 sharing (unless stated) and are subject to availability. Cruise only from £1195 per person. Call us or visit www.fredrivercruises.co.uk for details.

MS Douro Spirit Cruise ship operated by Douroazul Sun Deck

Medium Deck

Head Deck

Top Deck

Pool

Restaurant Fitness/Spa

Shop/ Reception

Viewing Lounge Bridge

Sun Deck

Pool

Top Deck Shop Viewing Lounge

Lift

Bar Reception

Main Deck Lift

Below Deck Wellness/ Massage Lift Restaurant Gym

Cat S Suite

Cat A Deluxe

Cat B Deluxe

Cat C Deluxe

Cat D Comfort

MS Douro Spirit Inaugurated in 2011, the Douro Spirit is a innovative ship and has all the facilities of a true luxury hotel. Equipped with the latest technology it has a capacity of 130 people. The Douro Spirit has 62 double cabins and 3 suites spread over 80 meters long. This elegant vessel is equipped with french balconies, pool, spa, gym, restaurant, bar with a dance floor, elevator, video-on-demand, internet connectivity in all cabins and also in hotspots. All the details of this vessel were designed to maximise the comfort and well-being on board.

Technical Data Built: 2011 Length: 256 ft Decks: 4 Cabins: 64 Passengers: 128 Crew: 30 Onboard facilities: Lobby with reception, Restaurant, Salon with bar, Sun Deck, Fitness Centre, Shop, Wellness Area, Pool. Cabins: Suite = 22.2m² on the Upper Deck with French Balcony, shower/WC, air conditioning, telephone, TV, safe, radio, sofa, minibar. A Deluxe 2 Bed Suite = 15.m² on the Upper Deck with French Balcony, shower/WC, air conditioning, telephone, TV, safe, radio. B Deluxe 2 Bed Suite = 15m² on the Upper Deck or Main Deck with French Balcony, shower/WC, air conditioning, telephone, TV, safe, radio. C Deluxe 2 Bed Suite = 15m² on the Main Deck with French Balcony, shower/WC, air conditioning, telephone, TV, safe, radio. D Comfort 2 Bed = 13-15m² on the Main Deck with French Balcony, shower/WC, air conditioning, telephone, TV, safe, radio A/B/C = Deluxe 2 bed 16m² on the Mozart Deck (A), Strauss Deck (B+C) Panoramic window French balconies, bed, TV,

Volga

St Petersburg

Kizhi Goritzy

SVIR

Cruise along the mysterious and magical banks of Eastern Europe’s great waterways and discover cities steeped in history, political intrigue and royal resplendence. Visit ancient cathedrals, admire imperial palaces and enjoy the rustic charms and traditions of rural Russia. Experience some of the world’s finest historical treasures, from Moscow’s mighty Kremlin to St Petersburg’s elegant Winter Palace, Odessa’s Potemkin Steps and Yalta’s White Palace. Travel along the many waterways and discover the majestic beauty of the country’s vast, rural landscape.

St. Petersburg

This eleven night cruise allows you to immerse yourself in the culture of one of the most fascinating countries of the world and helps you to understand the vastness and many different aspects of daily life of the modern day superpower.

Uglich

VOLGA

Moscow Kiev DNIEPER

UKRAINE

Zaporozhye Kherson Odessa

Experience timeless traditions, visit beautiful cathedrals and opulent palaces, encounter iconic historical landmarks and admire world class art collections. The cruise from Moscow to St Petersburg allows you to follow ‘The Waterways of the Tsars’, a spectacular voyage through the heart of Russia combining great cities with rural highlights. St Petersburg contains over 100 islands and is paramount to the history and development of Russia.

Yaroslavl

RUSSIA

Bakhchisaray Sevastopol

Yalta

Places of Interest

BLACK SEA

Moscow A city brimming with historical and Istanbul TURKEY architectural delights; the Kremlin, Red Square and the elegant Bolshoi Theatre are just a few of the must-see sights of Moscow. Today this city boasts both a traditional and modern ambience.

St Petersburg A beautiful city with a unique charm and history. Its numerous bridges and pretty canals means it is often dubbed the Venice of the North. Visit the elaborate Church of the Resurrection and discover the days of Tsarist splendour at the Summer Palaces.

Uglich Places of Interest

Kizhi It features one of the largest open-air museums in Russia. It is an amazing array of monuments of wooden architecture featuring old houses, chapels, windmills and the highlights of the collection are the Church of Transfiguration and the Church of Intercession.

Located on the Upper Volga, it is one of the region’s oldest cities, dating back to the 10th century. There are many well-preserved ancient buildings, including the Church of St Dimitry where the youngest son of Ivan the Terrible was murdered in 1591.

Yaroslavl Located in the middle of the ‘Golden Ring’, the city centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Its architecture is primarily from the Classic era of Catherine the Great and is one of Russia’s oldest cities.

St Petersburg

£2759 pp

IN XCU CL RS U IO D NS ED

Cruise Only from

Day 1 – Moscow Upon arrival at the airport you will be transferred to the deluxe 5-star Marriott Royal Aurora Hotel. The hotel is located in the city centre and very handily placed to visit the nearby Kremlin, Red Square and the Bolshoi theatre. Platinum – Your hotel is the Ararat Park Hyatt Hotel (Park Room).

Day 2 – Moscow After breakfast there is an included walking tour around Moscow, it will also involve travelling on the famous Metro which is known for its architectural beauty. Lunch is included in a local restaurant and after lunch there will be a visit to the Old Tretyakov Gallery. Dedicated exclusively to Russian art it has over 170,000 exhibits. The evening is free to explore Moscow.

Day 3 – Moscow In the morning, check out of your hotel ready to board your cruise. Before that however, you will visit the Moscow Kremlin and its many delights. There will be a visit to the Armoury museum which features the ivory throne of Ivan the Terrible, royal carriages, hand-forged armour and a large collection of Fabergé eggs. This will be followed by a visit to two cathedrals, The Cathedral of the Annunciation and The Cathedral of the Archangel.

Lunch will be taken in a local restaurant and then you will be transferred to the luxurious MS Volga Dream and begin sailing along the Russian waterways. Platinum – Exclusive entry into the Diamond Fund, followed by a cruise to Red Square.

Day 4 – Uglich Your cruise passes picturesque forests on its way to the ancient trading town of Uglich founded over 800 years ago by Russian traders. It is home to some of Russia’s most beautiful churches and is one of the spokes of Russia’s famed ‘Golden Ring’. There will be a guided tour of the city with visits to the Kremlin, and the magnificent church of Dmitry on the Blood. Explore the impressive Church of St Dmitry on the Blood, dedicated to the son of Ivan the Terrible who was murdered here in 1591. There will be a short concert before rejoining the ship which departs for Yaroslavl.

Day 5 – Yaroslavl Founded in 1010, Yaroslavl is one of the oldest cities in central Russia and can be traced back to Viking times. It is renowned for its numerous 17th Century churches – your guided tour this morning explores some of the most scenic aspects of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

You will see the Church of Elijah the Prophet and take in the former residence of the Governor of Yaroslavl. Platinum – Participate in a costumed reception at the Governor’s house.

Day 6 – Goritsy Goritsy is a small farming town that is home to many churches, a nunnery and a monastery which give the town an almost medieval feel. An extraordinarily picturesque town you will visit the Monastery of St Cyril on the White Lake and the Museum of Icons. On returning to the ship it will continue on its way to Kizhi.

Day 7 – Kizhi Some of the most spectacular wooden architecture can be found here - The Church of the Transfiguration of Our Saviour, The Bell Tower of the Kizhi Pogost and The Church of the Intercession. The Church of Intercession has 22 domes all constructed without a single nail. The ship departs later tonight.

11 Night Cruise - MS Volga Dream Services not Included Services Not Included

Your Holiday Includes

• Gratuities and personal expenses (for example, drinks at the bar)

Gold Programme Tour 2 Night Bed and Breakfast in a 5-star Hotel incl. 2 lunches in Moscow 3 Night Bed and Breakfast in a 5-star Hotel incl. 3 lunches in St Petersburg 6 night cruise in the booked cabin category Full board on your cruise with breakfast, lunch buffet and dinner – choice of menus Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner House wine and soft drinks with the main meals 24hr Coffee / Tea station with small snacks and cakes Fruit basket on arrival in the cabin Mineral water in the cabin and before each shore excursion Daily on-board entertainment Lecture/speech in English about the land and the people All shore excursions / sightseeing as per programme (maximum number of participants per group: Gold-Programme 25 people, Platinum-Programme 15 people) All necessary transfers in Russia Port and lock fees Russian Invitation for the prescribed visa for the duration of the trip - Visa

Day 8 – Mandrogi The ship passes many typical lakeside villages and it’s a great time to sit on deck and watch the world go by. The ship then stops at Mandrogi. The cobbled streets and traditional wooden buildings give you an idea of Russian life. The Museum of Russian Vodka contains over 2,800 different varieties.

Day 9 – St Petersburg In the morning the ship arrives in St Petersburg, via the Neva River. There is a city tour of the former Russian Capital which includes a visit to The Peter and Paul Fortress, Church of the Saviour of Spilled Blood and also some shopping time. Following lunch there is a visit to the famous Hermitage Museum which houses nearly three million works of art. The museum was founded by Catherine the Great and is spread over a complex of six buildings. This is followed by check in at the Hotel Keminski Moika. Platinum – Stay at the Grand Hotel Europe Deluxe Room. Tour of the Peterhof followed by a return by water and a tour of the city including Peter and Paul Fortress, the burial places of Romanov rulers and the Nevsky Project.

Additional Services • Arrival and departure • Travel Insurance

Travel Dates in 2014 St Petersburg – Moscow 16 May, 29 May, 26 June, 21 July, 02 August, 14 August 2014

Moscow – St Petersburg 24 May, 06 June, 21 June, 03 July, 28 July, 09 August, 21 August, 05 September 2014

Great. The tour involves a visit to Bath House and the impressive vast Lower Garden that comprises over 170 fountains and many gilded statues of ancient gods and heroes. After lunch there is free time to spend in the city. Platinum – Early entrance to the Hermitage museum and the Gold Rooms (closed to the general public). In the afternoon enjoy a tour of the impressive Yusupov Palace.

Day 11 – St Petersburg This morning visit what was once the summer residence of the Tsars. In the nearby town of Pushkin is Catherine’s Palace, a beautiful Rococo building. There are formal state rooms, dining rooms and the famous Amber Room which was reconstructed after the room was stripped during the Second World War. After lunch and vodka tasting at Padvorie, a traditional restaurant, you return to St Petersburg and have the rest of the day at leisure. Platinum – after the visit to Catherine’s Palace a boat tour back to the city.

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Day 12 – St Petersburg Check out of your hotel in the morning and transfer back for your flight.

Day 10 – St Petersburg

Please see page 61 for prices and MS Volga Dream Information

This morning there is a visit to Peterhof, sometimes referred to as the Versailles of Russia, built on the orders of Peter the

St Petersburg – Moscow Cat Deck Cabin D Cabin Standard 2 Bed C Main Superior 2 Bed B Promenade Deluxe 2 Bed D1 Promenade Standard 1 Bed JS Promenade & Sun Deluxe 2 Bed S Promenade Owner’s Suite A Sun Deluxe 2 Bed A1 Sun Deluxe 1 Bed DJS Sun Deluxe Junior Suite

3,348 3,838 4,180 4,905 5,061 6,726 4,278 5,394 5,551

Moscow – St Petersburg Cat Deck Cabin

Gold

D C B D1 JS S A A1 DJS

3,544 4,034 4,376 5,101 5,257 6,921 4,474 5,590 5,747

Cabin Main Promenade Promenade Promenade & Sun Promenade Sun Sun Sun

Standard 2 Bed Superior 2 Bed Junior Suite Standard 1 Bed Junior Suite Owner’s Suite Deluxe 2 Bed Deluxe 1 Bed Deluxe Junior Suite

Pricing GBP Gold Platinum 4,131 4,621 4,964 5,688 5,845 7,509 5,061 6,177 6,334 Pricing GBP Platinum 4,327 4,817 5,159 5,884 6,040 7,705 5,257 6,373 6,530

All prices shown are from prices in £ per person, based on 2 sharing (unless stated) and are subject to availability. Call us or visit www.fredrivercruises.co.uk for details.

Moscow 5* Marriott Aurora Royal Hotel Built in 1999 the Marriott Aurora Royal Hotel is one of the most luxurious in town with the Red Square and the Kremlin as well as the famous Bolshoi Theatre in walking distance. The hotel has the capital’s commercial, political and cultural heart literally on the doorstep. With its arches and spires, the hotel gloriously blends traditional Moscow with modern conveniences.

St Petersburg 5* Hotel Kempinski Moika 22 The Kempinski Hotel Moika 22 is located in a charming and historical area, in the very heart of St Petersburg, on the Moika River, opposite the renowned Hermitage Museum and Palace Square. The Hotel is just two minutes walk from the Nevsky Prospect and close to all major sights and shopping.

All arrangements are subject to availability and modification if necessary. Weather, heavy traffic and heavy crowds may affect the order of your sightseeing programme.

Moscow 5* Ararat Park Hyatt Hotel Ararat Park Hyatt Moscow – named the best hotel in Russia in 2011 by Bloomberg International Hotel Awards – is located in the heart of the capital of Russia, near the Bolshoi Theatre and only a few steps from the Kremlin and Red Square. In 2012, with the help of renowned designer Tony Chi, the hotel renovated all of its rooms and most public areas. Ararat Park Hyatt Moscow is a world class hotel, designed specifically for travelers who appreciate privacy, personalised service and outstanding quality. This hotel features the “Quantum” wellness centre which offers the latest cardio-vascular technology.

St Petersburg 5* Grand Hotel Europe A cultural and culinary landmark, Grand Hotel Europe has played a central role in the life of St Petersburg for over 130 years. A truly iconic Orient-Express hotel, it stands on Nevsky Rospekt among the city’s great architectural treasures - renowned for its impressive facade and decorative interiors. Positioned adjacent to Arts Square, the hotel has strong associations with the worlds of theatre, music and dance. Past guests include Tchaikovsky and Pavarotti, crowned heads and world leaders. A stay here takes you straight to the heart of Russia, especially during the White Days of winter, when snow lies outside and a warm welcome awaits within.

MS Volga Dream

Cruise Ship operated by Premier Cruises

Sun Deck Bar Lodoga Bar

Promenade Deck Library

Main Deck

Cabins: Owner’s Suite = 24.2m² on the Sun Deck with private wrap around terrace, large picture windows, shower/WC, air conditioning, telephone, TV, safe, radio, minibar.

Gym

Hairdresser

Reception

Built: 1959 Refurbished: 2007 Length: 322 ft Decks: 5 Cabins: 56 Passengers: 107 Crew: 60 Onboard facilities: Lobby with reception, Restaurant, Neva Lounge with live music, Ladoga Bar, Library, Tea and Coffee Station 24 hours, Boutique, Fitness Centre, Hairdresser, Sauna.

Restaurant Shop

Cabin Deck

Cat S Owner’s Suite

Cat A Deluxe

Cat D Standard

Cat DJS Deluxe Junior Suite

Cat B Deluxe

Cat D-1 Deluxe 1 Bed

Cat JS Junior Suite

Cat C Superior

Cat A-1 Deluxe 1 Bed

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Sea & Music 2014 Enjoy rehearsals, recitals & concerts

Cruise Western Europe aboard Mein Schiff 2

Featuring:

Departing:

^ Elina Garanca

10 September 2014

(Mezzosoprano)

Visiting:

Piotr Beczala

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(Tenor)

Johann Strauss Quartet (Members of the Vienna Symphony Orchestra)

Join this unique cruise along the Western European Coastline with two great stars of the Opera world Piotr Beczala

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Elīna Garanča

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Life On board and Ashore For your convenience and to offer you complete peace of mind before your river cruise holiday, we have prepared some useful information and answers to some frequently asked questions about life on board and ashore.

Dress Codes

Medical Services

Clothing can be casual and comfortable during the day on board and for shore excursions. In the evening, the dress code is usually smart casual. At Captain receptions and other formal evenings a suit is recommended for gentlemen and elegant eveningwear for ladies. Clothing standards on cruises may vary as each ship offers an individual dress code.

On many cruises there is a fully qualified doctor on board, especially on journeys to more remote regions where medical services may not be easily accessible.

Check-in & Check-out Check-in and check-out times are according to the vessel’s individual schedule and may vary from cruise to cruise. All packages include flights that are selected according to the appropriate departure and arrival times. For cruise only bookings we advise you at time of booking about your embarking and disembarking times and are happy to assist you with any travel or transfer enquiries you may have.

Currency & Credit Cards In most European countries included in the itineraries, as well as on board, the accepted currency is Euros. Most ships also accept major credit cards.

Dining Most cruises offer a full board cruise holiday package. However, drinks are usually not included. Please consult the detailed information on the particular cruise pages. With prior notice, every effort will be made to accommodate special requests such as birthday and anniversary celebrations and any special dietary requirements, including your favourite dish.

Laundry On some cruises, the ship provides a laundry service for a charge.

Electricity Onboard electricity is mostly 220v. For European power sockets a 2-pin adapter is required. If you plan on taking any electric appliances with you, please remember to also take an adapter.

Language The crews are multilingual and English is spoken on all selected river cruises.

Leisure & Recreation Each vessel provides you with a wide choice of leisure activities for a complete ‘feel good’ experience. Enjoy calming massages, indulgent beauty treatments, invigorating exercise, a friendly game of mini-golf or simply relax on the sundeck with a drink and a good book. The recreational facilities on board each ship differ; full details are shown in the ship information pages, or as us at the time of booking.

Pets Animals are not allowed on the cruise ships.

Valuables Most ships offer in-room safes or safety deposit boxes for you to store any valuables in.

Safety All ships are constantly checked and the crews are well trained. All safety regulations and requirements have been met and fulfilled.

Shore Excursions All of the river cruises provide you with the chance to discover the rich culture and historical sights at each port of call. Special guided tours and shore excursions are already included in most of the cruise packages. Additionally, optional tours can be booked on board. Please consult the detailed information on the cruise pages.

Smoking In general, smoking is not permitted indoors on any ship. On some ships you are allowed to smoke in designated smoking areas.

Tipping Tips for staff members are not included in the price of the cruise. According to international standards, it is common to tip staff for their services. Tipping is at the passenger’s discretion.

Telephones Most ships provide a telephone as standard in all cabins. If necessary a telephone can be used at the reception desk or in the foyer.

Typical Cruise Day Usually your cruise has daily ports of call where you have the option to join a shore excursion or spend some time at leisure. If you wish to stay on board you can take advantage of the many leisure activities or just relax and enjoy some time to yourself. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served on board. Usually there is an entertainment programme in the evenings.

Wellness & Relaxation Some vessels provide luxury spa and beauty facilities. Please consult the ship information pages for details or ask us at time of booking.

Travel Insurance

Make sure you’re properly covered Being properly covered for your holiday from the moment you book your trip until you return home is essential. Travel insurance specialists P J Hayman & Company Limited are pleased to offer Travel Plus - ‘added value’ travel insurance for the leisure traveller providing wide-ranging flexible cover. It has been designed for individuals, couples and families to provide peace of mind protection when travelling abroad.

Policy highlights include:

Who is eligible for Travel Plus?

• Single Trip and Annual Multi-trip - with

Travel Plus is available to residents of the UK, Channel Islands

or the Isle of Man who are registered with a Medical Practitioner

cover options to suit your travel needs

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Multi-trip up to age 79 (Standard) and 75

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• Annual ‘Premier Plus’ - for travellers who need

higher levels of cover

• Journey Disruption / Airspace Closure

cover for cancellation or additional expenses due to

disruption caused by a natural disaster such as a

volcanic eruption

• Free cover for children - under 18’s plus under

23’s in full time education

• Independent travel for children - under

Annual Multi-trip Family cover

• Cover for existing medical conditions

subject to acceptance by insurers

• Medical Emergency Helpline - available 24

hours a day, 365 days a year

Full details including cover limits, terms, conditions

and exclusions are available on request.

in the UK, Channel Islands or Isle of Man.

How to arrange cover? If you arrange your cover as soon as you book your holiday, you will be immediately protected should you need to cancel your trip. For an instant quotation and immediate cover, please call P J Hayman & Company Limited on 0845 230 0631 quoting FRE2577. We are open 8am – 6pm Monday to Friday, closed Bank Holidays. Travel Plus is arranged by P J Hayman & Company Limited and underwritten by AmTrust Europe Limited except for travel to Cuba which is insured through SOLID Försäkringar and Financial Failure which is provided by International Passenger Protection Limited. P J Hayman & Company Limited are authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority, FS No 497103. Registered in England No. 2534965. Registered Office: Stansted House, Rowlands Castle, Hampshire PO9 6DX.

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Booking and Paying For Your Arrangements A booking is made with Fred.\ when a) you tell us that you would like to accept our written or verbal quotation and b) you pay us a deposit of £250 per person unless advised differently at the time of booking. For river cruises and airline bookings you will be advised of the deposit amount at the time of booking. When we issue you with a confirmation invoice, a binding contract will come into existence. Upon receipt, if you believe that any details on the confirmation or any other documents are wrong you must advise us immediately as changes may not be possible later. The balance of the cost of your arrangements (including any applicable surcharge) is due 12 weeks prior to scheduled departure. If we do not receive this balance in full and on time, we reserve the right to treat your booking as cancelled by you in which case the cancellation charges set out below will become payable. All credit card bookings will be subject to a 2% handling fee (American Express 2.5%). Your Financial Protection All the package and Flight-Plus holidays we sell come with protection for your money. If you buy a single travel service then this might not apply. Package holidays are protected by the package organiser and we will provide you with their confirmation. Our Flight-Plus holidays are ATOL- protected (our ATOL number is 0944). A Flight-Plus is where you purchase through us, at the same time or within a day of each other, a flight plus overseas accommodation and/or car hire from separate suppliers (i.e. not a package holiday). When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. On all Flight Plus holiday arrangements, your money is ATOL protected meaning that you will be able to continue with your holiday or receive a refund of the amount paid to us in the unlikely event of our insolvency or the insolvency of your service providers. Please note however that we have no liability beyond that for insolvency as set out in the ATOL scheme, because we act as agent of the suppliers. In respect of our Flight-Plus holidays, we are obliged to tell you: • We or the suppliers of the services you have bought will provide you with the services you have bought (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances, the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not

be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable). • If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme. We provide full financial protection for our package holidays that do not include a flight and accommodation only bookings, by way of a bond held by ABTA The Travel Association. Pricing We reserve the right to amend the price of unsold holidays at any time and correct errors in the prices of confirmed holidays within 7 days of the booking. The price of your holiday is subject at all times to changes in transport costs such as fuel, scheduled airfares and any other airline cost changes which are part of our contracts with airlines (and their agents), cruise ship operators and any other transport provider; to cost changes arising from government action such as changes in VAT or any other government imposed changes; and to changes in currency exchange rates and to dues, taxes or fees chargeable for services such as landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation fees at ports and airports any or all of which may result in a variation of your holiday price. For changes to pricing after booking, we will absorb and you will not be charged for any increase equivalent to 2% of the price of your travel arrangements, which excludes insurance premiums and any amendment charges and/or additional services or travel arrangements. You will be charged for the amount over and above that, plus an administration charge of £1.00 per person together with an amount to cover agents’ commission. If this means that you have to pay an increase of more than 10% of the price of your travel arrangements (excluding any amendment charges and/or additional services or travel arrangements), you will have the option of accepting a change to another holiday if we are able to offer one (if this is of equivalent or higher quality you will not have to pay more but if it is of lower quality you will be refunded the difference in price), or cancelling and receiving a full refund of all monies paid to us, any amendment charges and/or additional services or travel arrangements. Should you decide to cancel for this reason, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on your final invoice. There will be no change made to the price of your holiday within 30 days of your departure. Should the price of your holiday go down due to the changes mentioned above, by more than 2% of your holiday cost, then any refund due will be paid to you. However, please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your travel due to contractual and other protection in place. Travel Insurance We reserve the right to refuse or cancel a booking if you do not have personal travel insurance. We will treat any cancellation for this reason as a cancellation by you and the cancellation charges will be payable as set out below. Please read your policy details carefully and take them with you on holiday. It is your responsibility to ensure that the insurance you purchase is adequate and appropriate for your particular needs. We reserve the right to request full details of your insurance

policy however please note that we do not check insurance policies for suitability. You are responsible for indemnifying us in full in the event that we incur any losses or expenses arising out of your failure to take out adequate insurance cover. You are strongly advised to take out insurance which will cover any damage which may occur to property which belongs to other people and which may get damaged. Cancellation by You If you or any other member of your party decides to cancel your confirmed booking you must notify us in writing. Your notice of cancellation will only take effect when it is received in writing by us at our offices at Fred.\. Please note proof of postage (whether Royal Mail or e-mail) is not proof of receipt. You will be responsible for applicable cancellation charges up to the maximum shown below, unless otherwise advised. The cancellation charge detailed is calculated on the basis of the total cost payable by the person(s) cancelling excluding amendment charges which are not refundable in the event of the person(s) to whom they apply cancelling. :For River Cruises: 70 days or more 69 - 43 days 42 - 29 days 28 - 08 days 07 - 00 days

deposit only 40% 60% 80% 100%

If the deposit amount is more than the cancellation amount we will retain the full deposit as the cancellation charge. We therefore strongly recommend you take out suitable insurance to cover you for possible eventualities that would require you to cancel your holiday. Changes by You If you wish to change any part of your booking you must inform us in writing. Whilst we will do our best to assist, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to meet your requested change. All changes will be subject to any applicable rate changes or extra costs incurred as well as any costs incurred by ourselves and any costs or charges incurred or imposed by any of our suppliers. You should be aware that these costs could increase the closer to the departure date that changes are made and you should contact us as soon as possible. Where we are unable to assist you and you do not wish to proceed with the original booking we will treat this as a cancellation by you. A cancellation fee may be payable. Please note that is important at the time of booking to advise the names of travellers that match the name given on their passport. Failure to do so will usually result in a name change charge by the airline. Accuracy We endeavour to ensure that all the information and prices both on our website and in our brochures are accurate; however occasionally changes and errors occur and we reserve the right to correct prices and other details in such circumstances. You must check the current price and all other details relating to the arrangements that you wish to book before your booking is confirmed. Changes or cancellations by us As we plan your holiday arrangements many months in advance we may occasionally have to make changes or cancel your booking and we reserve the right to do so at any time. If we make a major change to your holiday, we will inform you or your travel agent as soon as reasonably possible if there is time before your departure. You will have the choice of either accepting the change of arrangements, accepting an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard from us if available (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value), or cancelling your holiday and receiving a full refund of all monies paid. In some cases we will also pay compensation. These options don’t apply for minor changes. Examples of minor changes include alteration of your outward/return flights by less than 12 hours, changes to aircraft type, change of accommodation to another of the same or higher standard, changes of carriers. Please note that carriers such as airlines used in the brochure may be subject to change.

We will not cancel your travel arrangements less than 8 weeks before your departure date (10 weeks for a cruise holiday), except for reasons of force majeure or failure by you to pay the final balance. We may cancel your holiday before this date if, for example, the minimum number of clients required for a particular travel arrangement is not reached. If your holiday is cancelled you can either have a refund of all monies paid or accept an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard from us, if available (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value). In some cases we will pay compensation (see below). If we cancel or make a major change we will pay compensation as detailed below except where the major change or cancellation arises due to reasons of force majeure. The compensation that we offer does not exclude you from claiming more if you are entitled to do so. Period before departure in Amount you will which we notify you receive from us ______________________________________________ 43 – 70 days 27 – 42 days 15 – 26 days 00 – 14 days

£20 per person £30 per person £40 per person £50 per person

Force Majeure We will not pay you compensation if we have to cancel or change your travel arrangements in any way because of unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control. These can include, for example, war, riot, industrial dispute, terrorist activity and its consequences, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, adverse weather conditions, epidemics and pandemics, unavoidable technical problems with transport. Our Responsibilities We are a Member of ABTA, membership number Y0128. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you an arbitration scheme for the resolution of disputes arising out of this contract. The scheme is arranged by ABTA and administered independently. It is a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on you for costs. The upper limit on claims is £5,000 per person and £25,000 per booking form. The scheme doesn’t apply to claims which are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or their consequences. It can however deal with claims which include an element of minor injury or illness subject to a limit of £1,500 on the amount the arbitrator can award per person in respect of this element. Your request for arbitration must be received by ABTA within eighteen months of the date of return from holiday. For injury and illness claims, you can request the ABTA Mediation Procedure and we have the option to agree to mediation. Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com. Single Components If you have purchased a ‘single component’ i.e. Accommodation or transportation only, we will accept responsibility only for our own negligence e.g. If we have negligently mis-described the accommodation etc, or if we have been negligent in our choice of supplier. We will not be responsible for the negligence of our suppliers, their employees, servants or agents. Package Holidays Subject to these booking conditions, your holiday arrangements will be made or performed using reasonable skill and care. We will be responsible if our employees, servants or agents fail to make or perform your holiday arrangements using reasonable skill and care as long as they were acting within the course of their employment or carrying out work which we had asked them to do. We will not be responsible or pay compensation for any injury, illness, death, loss, damage, expense, cost or other claim of any description which results from: (a) the act(s) and/or omission(s) of the person(s) affected; (b) the act(s) and/or omission(s) of a third party not connected with the provision of the services contracted for and which were unforeseeable or unavoidable;

unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised; or an event which either ourselves, our employees, agents or suppliers and subcontractors could not, even with all due care, have foreseen or forestalled.

The services and facilities included in your holiday will be deemed to be provided with reasonable skill and care if they comply with any local regulations which apply, or, if there are no applicable local regulations, if they are reasonable when compared to the local standards in practice. We limit the amount of compensation we may have to pay you if we are found liable under this clause: (a)

Loss of and/or damage to any luggage or personal possessions and money, the maximum amount we will have to pay you is £25 per person in total because you are assumed to have adequate insurance in place to cover any losses of this kind.

(b)

Our liability, except in cases involving death, injury or illness, shall be limited to a maximum of two times the cost of your travel arrangements. This maximum amount will only be payable where everything has gone wrong and you or your party has not received any benefit at all from your booking.

The extent of our liability will in all cases be limited as if we were carriers under the appropriate Conventions, which include The Warsaw/Montreal Convention (international travel by air); The Athens Convention (with respect to sea travel); The Berne/Cotif Convention (with respect to rail travel); The Paris Convention (with respect to hotel arrangements); and The Strasbourg Convention (CNLI) (with respect to travel on inland waterways). You can ask for copies of these Conventions from our offices. In addition, you agree that the operating carrier or transport company’s own ‘Conditions of Carriage’ will apply to you on that journey. When arranging transportation for you, we rely on the terms and conditions contained within these international conventions and those ‘Conditions of Carriage’. You acknowledge that all of the terms and conditions contained in those ‘Conditions of Carriage’ form part of your contract with us, as well as with the transport company and that those ‘Conditions of Carriage’ shall be deemed to be included by reference into this contract. When making any payment, we are entitled to deduct any money which you have received or are entitled to receive from the transport provider or hotelier for the complaint or claim in question.

Complaints If a problem occurs whilst you are abroad, you must inform the relevant supplier immediately so that the matter can be put right. If the supplier cannot resolve the problem to your satisfaction at the time, you must also contact us immediately by telephoning our offices so that we are given the opportunity to help. In the event that a complaint cannot be resolved at the time, you must write to us within 28 days of return to the UK quoting the original booking reference and giving all relevant information. PLEASE NOTE: Failure to take these steps will hinder our ability to resolve the problem and/or investigate it fully and in consequence, your rights under the contract may be affected. We regret we cannot accept liability for any claims which are not notified to ourselves and/or our suppliers strictly in accordance with this clause. Special Requests Any special requests must be advised to us at the time of booking. You should then confirm your requests in writing. Whilst every effort will be made by us to try and arrange your reasonable special requests, we cannot guarantee that they will be fulfilled. Failure to meet any special request will not be a breach of contract on our part unless the request has been specifically confirmed.

Refunds Any amounts due to you will be paid upon request within 28 days. Disabilities and Medical Problems We are not a specialist disabled holiday company, but we will do our utmost to cater for any special requirements you may have. If you or any member of your party has any medical problem or disability which may affect your stay, please provide us with full details by writing or emailing us, before we confirm your booking so that we can advise as to the suitability of your chosen arrangements if possible. Excursions Excursions or other tours that you may choose to book or pay for whilst you are on holiday are not part of your package holiday provided by us. Passport, Visa and Immigration Requirements and Health Formalities It is your responsibility to check and fulfil the passport, visa, health and immigration requirements applicable to your itinerary. You must check requirements for your own specific circumstances with the relevant Embassies and/or Consulates and your own doctor as applicable. Most countries now require passports to be valid for at least 6 months after your return date. If your passport is in its final year, you should check with the Embassy of the country you are visiting. For further information please contact the Passport Office on 0870 5210410 or visit www.passport.gov.uk. Special conditions apply for travel to the USA and all passengers must have individual machine readable passports. Please check www.usembassy.org.uk. For European holidays you should obtain a completed and issued form EHIC prior to departure. Up to date travel advice can be obtained from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, visit www.fco.gov.uk. We do not accept any responsibility if you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport, visa or immigration requirements. Delays and other Travel Information We regret we are unable to offer you any assistance should a delay disrupt your itinerary. Any airline or other transport provider concerned may however provide refreshments and/ or appropriate accommodation. We cannot accept liability for any delay which is due to any of the reasons set out in Force Majeure of these booking conditions. The latest flight timings will be shown on your tickets which will be dispatched to you approximately two weeks before departure. You should check your tickets very carefully immediately on receipt to ensure you have the correct flight times. If flight times change after tickets have been dispatched we will contact you as soon as we can to let you know. Under EU Law, you have rights in some circumstances to refunds and/or compensation from the airline in cases of denied boarding, cancellation or delay to flights. Full details of these rights will be publicised at EU airports and will also be available from airlines. Reimbursement in such cases is the responsibility of the airline and will not automatically entitle you to a refund of your holiday price from us. Guest Behaviour We reserve the right to terminate your booking arrangements with us immediately, should you or your party fail to conduct yourselves in an orderly manner. In the event of such termination our liability to you and/or your party will cease and you and/or your party will be required to leave your accommodation or other service immediately. We will have no further obligations to you and/or your party. Jurisdiction When you make a booking you guarantee that you have the authority to accept and do accept on behalf of your party the terms of these booking conditions. A contract will exist as soon as we issue our confirmation invoice. This contract is made on the terms of these booking conditions, which are governed by English Law, and the jurisdiction of the English Courts. You may however, choose the law and jurisdiction of Scotland or Northern Ireland if you wish to do so. Data Protection Full details of our data protection policy are available upon request.

(Updated February 2014)

Ask your Travel Agent about other holidays available with Fred.\

1. Expert Knowledge Our reservation staff have travelled extensively to many of the countries and regions featured. They will help you make the most of your time and budget.

European City Breaks

2. Tailor-made Holidays

Lakes, Rivers & Mountains Beer Festivals & Rail Holidays

Winter Breaks & Christmas Markets

As travel experts we pride ourselves

on exceptional levels of personal service. We specialise in tailor-made holidays. We can create a unique itinerary suited to your exact requirements so you can really enjoy your holiday. We can add flights or rail, pre or post hotel stay, transfers and much more to tailor-make your holiday just for you.

3. Fully Protected

Hotel Jardin Tecina

Member of ABTA No.Y0128

ATOL Licence No. 0944 Fred.\ is a bonded tour operator with a licence granted by the Civil Aviation Authority for your financial protection and peace of mind.

4. Booking Options

& Tecina Golf

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Fred.\ is a trading name of Fred. Olsen Travel Limited Olympus House, 2 Olympus Close, Ipswich, IP1 5LN