European River Cruise Collection 2024-2025 by Newmarket Holidays

European River Cruise Collection 2024-2025

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Premium All-Inclusive River Cruising

Cover Image: Porto, Portugal Pages 2-3: Hungarian Parliament, Budapest

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Set sail on a Premium All-Inclusive river cruise through the heart of Europe and enjoy new discoveries in a relaxed style, with hassle-free packages, and so much included in the price. Select from carefully curated itineraries to some of Europe’s most beautiful waterways, and take advantage of A-ROSA’s assortment of inclusions, like transfers, meals, drinks, entertainment, and included on-shore excursions, plus a wealth of optional excursions. Sail down the Danube, Europe’s second-longest river while immersing yourself in the history and culture, explore the

south of France with a glass of wine from a local vineyard in hand, or cruise the Rhine to Switzerland, passing by pretty villages. There truly is no better way to navigate the waterways of the world than aboard one of A-ROSA’s state-of-the-art vessels, complete with spacious, contemporary public areas, light, bright cabins, and gourmet dining in stylish settings. Wherever you choose as your wish-list destination, you’ll return enriched with memories and travel stories to share.

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Welcome... to this collection of premium A-ROSA river cruises for 2024 and 2025, which will traverse across Europe’s finest waterways in comfort and style. These incredibly well-equipped vessels combine contemporary, spacious cabins, with lounges, bars, a sprawling sun deck, a swimming pool or whirlpool and a state-of-the-art spa and fitness centre. Gourmet buffet dining and live cooking stations enhance the experience, and skilled chefs draw on organic and local regional fare. The majority of ports in the major cities are centrally located, so you can easily step ashore to join an included excursion or explore under your own steam. Free bikes are also available in selected locations and there’ll be an assortment of optional tours led by experienced, friendly guides, too.

Each cruise package encompasses flights from your chosen airport and transfers to and from the ship. A-ROSA’s Premium All-Inclusive service also means that in addition to full-board accommodation arrangements, on-board entertainment and discounted prices on spa treatments, you’ll also enjoy free, unlimited drinks throughout the day, making this real value for money. Over the years, an increasing number of Newmarket Holidays’ customers have enjoyed the delights of a river cruising holiday. From the scenic Rhone, snaking its way past vineyard-smothered hills to the relaxing waters of the majestic Douro, we have no doubt that there’s a 2024-25 itinerary waiting for you.

Niel Alobaidi, CEO, Newmarket Holidays

Douro River, Porto

What ’s inside?

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6 Introduction 8 Premium All-Inclusive cruising 10 Dining 12 Make yourself at home 14 Welcome aboard 16 Life in the great outdoors 18 What’s new in 2024-2025 20 Introducing the fleet 22 Beautiful rivers DANUBE 24 The 'Blue' Danube 26 Classic Danube Explorer 28 Splendours of the Majestic Danube RHINE & MOSELLE 30 The Romantic Rhine and the Meandering Moselle 32 Rhine Cruise to Amsterdam 34 Classic Rhine Cruise to Switzerland 36 Romance on the Moselle Cruise - NEW DOURO 38 The ‘Golden River’ Douro 40 The Douro Explorer RHÔNE & SAÔNE 42 The Sun-kissed Rhône & Saône 44 The Rhône, Burgundy & Provence SEINE 46 The Beautiful Seine Valley 48 Paris, Normandy and the Delights of the Seine FESTIVE 50 Celebrate the Festive Season 52 Danube Christmas Markets 54 Rhine Christmas Markets 56 Christmas on the Rhine - NEW EXTRAS 58 Optional shore excursions 60 Your A-ROSA deck plans 67 Your ABC of on-board information 69 Your holiday essentials 70 Important information

Introducing European river cruising

Experience the joys of cruising Europe’s scenic rivers in relaxed, Premium All-Inclusive style, aboard beautiful, welcoming ships. St. Peter and Paul Church in Melk Benedictine Abbey, Wachau Valley

This wonderful collection of holidays marries discovery and exploration of some of Europe’s most scenic corners with the enjoyment of life aboard some of the most contemporary and stylish river-cruise vessels afloat. As each day slowly unfolds – life on the river is always lived in the slow lane – you’ll discover something new to savour and enjoy. It might be the ever-changing landscape viewed from the lounge or the ship’s sun deck, a fascinating port of call explored under your own steam or on an organised excursion, the conviviality of drinks or a meal with newfound friends, or simply enjoying the ship’s wide range of amenities – the choice, and the holiday pleasures – are always yours.

Premium All-Inclusive, flexible, contemporary – the A-ROSA difference

In addition to well-planned itineraries that mean, whichever river you choose to explore, you’ll discover new places and enjoy new experiences each day, your A-ROSA ship will be the perfect floating home-from-home throughout your journey. Amongst the most spacious vessels seen on Europe’s waterways – each being constructed to take account of the maximum allowable width on each river – A-ROSA ships are first and foremost

oases of comfort and style. They offer plush lounges and bars, chic, well-appointed cabins and modern bathrooms, bright, airy restaurants and dining spaces, vast top decks that offer the chance of al fresco dining and drinks, a pool or whirlpool, games, loungers and the passing views, as well as an on-board SPA-ROSA and gym. Why would you ever wish to step ashore? Drinks on board – including top-quality brands – are offered on a Premium All-Inclusive basis throughout the day and evening. Mealtimes are more flexible with A-ROSA, as there’s no set dining time and restaurants are open for longer, so you can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner during that time. On each cruise, we have included at least one shore excursion and up to three on selected cruises. Of course, you can always step ashore to explore under your own steam or – for the energetic – perhaps make use of the free onboard bicycles. With free Wi-Fi and little touches like complimentary bathrobes, pool towels and slippers, a holiday aboard an A-ROSA river cruise ship, whichever waterway you’ve chosen to discover, is guaranteed to be a very special experience.

Your river cruise includes

• Full-board accommodation in your chosen cabin aboard your selected A-ROSA ship • A FREE unlimited Premium All-Inclusive drinks package, including water, soft drinks, speciality teas and coffees, beer, wine, spirits and cocktails throughout the day and evening • Return economy class flights • Return transfers between airport and ship • FREE Wi-Fi on board, FREE room service and FREE use of on-board bikes (selected ships) • On-board activities and entertainment - plus up to two evenings of cultural entertainment (on seven-night cruises or longer) • Served or gourmet buffet dining (option to be served at dinner) with live cooking stations • Flexible mealtimes • Services of an A-ROSA International Host throughout your cruise • Occasional regional treats and specialities to complement your destination • Afternoon tea with freshly prepared cakes and pastries • 15% discount on a range of beauty and wellness treatments in the on-board spa, SPA-ROSA • The services of an A-ROSA Destination Scout in certain destinations to help you make the most of your stay • Up to three excursions included on every cruise • All taxes and port charges

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Premium All-Inclusive cruises

Once aboard, don’t worry about a thing Each of our wonderful A-ROSA river cruises is arranged as a Premium All-Inclusive holiday, meaning that once you’re aboard the ship, you needn’t worry about extra costs unless you want to treat yourself to an additional optional excursion,

Dining on Deck

beauty treatment, special occasion meal or specific wines and spirits. Everything else is taken care of, meaning you can just relax and enjoy your cruise to the full.

Flexible dining arrangements

Premium All-Inclusive drinks

Enjoy full-board dining with deliciously varied buffet breakfasts and lunches. At dinner, take your pick from a rich selection of international and regionally-inspired dishes at the buffet, or choose waiter service for ultimate flexibility. On new-for-2024 ships, A-ROSA ALEA and A-ROSA CLEA, expect waiter-served mains at both lunch and dinner, with the option to help yourself to a fantastic selection of starters and desserts. On fine days, take your meal to the sun deck and enjoy eating al fresco.

Throughout the day, rest and relax in the bars or lounges with a glass of your favourite tipple. Complimentary drinks include speciality teas and coffees, mineral water, sodas, beers, wines, selected cocktails and top-brand spirits. Some beverages, including Champagne, are available at an additional charge. Plus, enjoy a selection of drinks in the comfort of your cabin with a complimentary in-cabin drinks service.

Regional treats and specialities

From time to time, the ship’s chefs will prepare a special treat or two, drawing inspiration from and reflecting your location on the river.

Afternoon tea

A highlight of every day during your cruise holiday, afternoon tea will be served in the lounge with delicious cakes and fresh pastries prepared by the on-board chefs.

Little things mean a lot

In addition to the Premium All-Inclusive drinks and dining arrangements, you can take advantage of all of the following on your A-ROSA cruise: • Complimentary bathrobes, slippers and pool towels are available and included from reception (deposit required) • Free Wi-Fi throughout the ship (internet connection quality can vary dependent upon the ship’s location) • Discounts on a range of beauty and wellness treatments at the on-board SPA-ROSA

Restaurant on Board

Drinks Service

Dining on Board

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Dine how you wish

Gourmet buffet or table service, flexible mealtimes The chance to enjoy good food in relaxed surroundings is always one of the pleasures of any holiday, and dining aboard your A-ROSA vessel is no exception. With no fixed table sizes or dress code, the atmosphere is one of complete leisurely pleasure. Let the friendly waiting staff deliver you a hand-picked wine – or a glass of something fizzy – and tuck into a fabulous selection of freshly-prepared dishes from colourful salads to local dishes and indulgent desserts.

Dining on Deck

Mealtimes, from breakfast to dinner, are flexible, with gourmet buffets and live cooking stations hosted by the ship’s skilled chefs, ensuring freshly prepared dishes and plenty of healthy options from which to choose. Awake each day in anticipation of the excitement to come, and whether you’re an early riser or someone who likes to take things a little slower – perhaps heading for a stroll on the sun deck or even ashore, if your ship is tied up alongside – the excellent breakfast buffet awaits you.

Restaurant on Board

Dining on Board

Wine Selection

At lunchtime, whether you’re sailing or returning from a morning ashore, make your way to the dining room, where once again the chefs will have prepared delicious, fresh choices to enjoy. Perhaps there’s a regional speciality to sample, then maybe take your meal to the sun deck and eat al fresco as you take in the passing scenery and enjoy the occasional barbeque. On especially sunny days, you can swap the dining room for the sun deck and enjoy your meal in the view-wrapped surrounds of Europe’s beautiful rivers.

When evening comes, and the day’s activities have drawn to a close, perhaps sip a cocktail in the bar before heading to the dining room where the evening meal awaits. Take your time over dinner, whether a gourmet buffet or table-served experience, and perhaps end the evening back in the lounge. If your ship is in port for the evening, the flexibility in the dining room comes into its own, meaning that you can grab a bite before heading ashore to sample the atmosphere in a colourful shore-side town or village, or alternatively have a pre-dinner drink ashore before returning to the ship – the choices, as ever, are yours.

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Make yourself at home

Relax in comfortable surrounds with river views and a complimentary in-cabin drinks service.

Relaxing in a Cabin

A-ROSA Cabin Bathroom

A-ROSA SENA, Balcony Cabin

Balcony Cabin

Exuding contemporary chic As befits some of the smartest ships plying Europe’s famous rivers, your air-conditioned cabin will exude contemporary chic and every modern convenience. A comfortable bed, wellappointed bathroom, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and complimentary bathrobe, pool towel and slippers all ensure that, whichever grade of cabin you choose, you’ll feel immediately at home.

All cabins also boast windows or portholes from which to take in the passing views. C and D grade cabins offer spacious outside balconies and (or) Juliet balconies, giving you the chance to really enjoy the sweeping scenery from the comfort of your cabin.

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Welcome aboard! In addition to the pleasures of the dining room and the comforts of your cabin, your A-ROSA river cruise ship offers a host of on-board amenities to guarantee your enjoyment of a holiday aboard your floating home-from-home.

SPA-ROSA

By exciting day… During the day, especially if you’re gently cruising along the river, you might while away the hours in the ship’s centre-piece lounge, with its comfortable sofas, coffee tables and floorto-ceiling windows. Curl up with a book, nurse a drink from the bar, perhaps join friends for a hand or two of cards, and make plans for your next port of call. From time to time, the lounge is also where your cruise host, dedicated to helping you make the most of your holiday, will introduce upcoming destinations and excursions planned for your arrival. Each of the cruises features at least one included tour, and there’ll be other optional excursions available to book on board. For the energetic, complimentary E-bike hire is available in selected locations, adding to the pleasure of each destination. Join a bike tour in the company of a local guide or explore on your own.

A feature of all the ships is a wonderfully appointed SPA-ROSA, managed by the ship’s beauty and wellness professionals. Here, you can indulge and pamper the inner you with a full range of treatments, taking advantage of the discounted prices available. Whether it’s a facial or a full body massage, manicure or pedicure, you can follow the experience with a session in the ship’s unique panorama sauna and relaxation room, with views of the passing river. Alongside the spa, the energetic can burn off a few calories in a well-equipped gym during the cruise. There’ll also be opportunities to join occasional fitness and yoga classes led by the ship’s therapists.

Bike Tour

Sun Deck

Bar on Board

When evening comes… If you’re aboard the ship, the atmosphere is one of relaxed conviviality. Enjoy drinks at the bar and excited conversation over dinner, discussing the day just gone, or looking forward to tomorrow’s discoveries. Later, join fellow passengers in the comfortable lounge, where a little light entertainment, including one or two cultural performances on seven-night cruises and longer – sometimes by local artists who come aboard – add to the pleasure of each enjoyable evening. On starlit nights, take a turn on the top deck or perhaps cut a few shapes on the dance floor – the house DJ will indulge most tastes – before retiring to your cabin for another peaceful night’s sleep.

Throughout each wonderful day, life aboard your A-ROSA vessel unfolds at your chosen pace.

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Life in the great outdoors One of the most striking features of all A-ROSA ships is the vast sun deck, where hours can be spent on sunny days and balmy evenings. From an early morning stretch or stroll to a late-night turn under the stars, the sun deck waits to welcome you. Running from ‘stem to stern’, it serves as a working home to the ship’s captain as he navigates his way up or downstream.

A-ROSA ALVA, Sun Deck and Pool

It’s also a well-equipped, multi-faceted outdoor relaxation, recreation and dining area for holiday-making passengers. Take in elevated, all-round views of the rivers’ passing scenery, watch the crew at work as the ship ties up in the latest port of call, and experience all the joys of the open air, whether at play or in lazy indulgence.

Hot Tub on Deck

Poolside Service

Relaxing on Sun Deck

Recreation, outdoor dining and stunning scenery Equipped with plenty of sun loungers, a shaded area for when it gets too warm, and a pool or whirlpool in which to cool off, as well as a variety of deck games, including a putting green, shuffleboard court and giant chess set, the sun deck is the perfect place for total relaxation. To enjoy a little exercise from time to time, there’ll also be occasional classes or yoga sessions to join. The beauty of life aboard a ship is that you can do as much or as little as you wish.

As well as the fun activities, fine days are perfect for taking your drink or meal to the sun deck and enjoying eating al fresco. Occasionally, weather permitting, the ship might organise an included barbeque on the sun deck. Whether you’re watching the ever-changing scenery, taking an afternoon siesta, curled up with a book in a quieter corner, or relishing a cocktail with newfound friends as the sun sets on another beautiful day, this is the life – A-ROSA-style!

Take a dip in the pool or whirlpool, try your hand at shuffleboard or giant chess, or test your skill on the putting green. Enjoy dining al fresco and, of course, sit back and watch the world go by.

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What ’s new - A-ROSA in 2024-2025

The Rhine, Germany

Wine Tasting Excursion

Chocolate Shop Excursion

Horse-drawn Carriage, Vienna

Established in 2000, A-Rosa has over 20 years experience in cruising and continues to be amongst the most innovative and forwardthinking of river operators, always looking to add to the pleasure of your holiday in a variety of ways.

A-ROSA ALEA and A-ROSA CLEA

The latest additions to the A-ROSA fleet, the A-ROSA ALEA and A-ROSA CLEA offer a dining concept loved by UK guests, combining flexible gourmet buffet dining and waiter-served dinners. Smaller than other river vessels, A-ROSA ALEA and A-ROSA CLEA can dock right in the heart of many cities, and both ships offer a more intimate experience. From 2025, the A-ROSA ALEA will sail on the Seine to the heart of Paris and the CLEA will sail on the Rhine.

Taste the Destination

For 2024, in addition to the upgraded dining options described on pages 10 and 11, the menus on board will have even more emphasis on the destination you’re sailing through.

simply point you in the right direction if you have decided to explore under your own steam.

A world of excursion possibilities

For many, one of the most exciting aspects of a cruise holiday is the chance to join an excursion that will lift the lid on each new destination. On your A-ROSA river cruise with Newmarket Holidays, we include up to three excursions on each cruise. There are also plenty of opportunities to join a wide variety of optional tours and experiences. Relaxing and informative tours by coach are perfect for those who prefer to sit back and soak up the scenery or sights, while walking tours allow you to get closer to the local colours and culture. For the energetic, guided bicycle tours are available at almost every destination, bookable on board from reception, as are unique experiences like Segway tours, as well as winetastings and gourmet food adventures. If there’s a particular attraction that you’ve always wanted to see that is not featured in the programme, there’s the chance to book a private tour or excursion with driver and/or guide.

Your Destination Scout

As well as your Guest Relations Team who’ll help you make the very best of your time aboard ship, you can take advantage, as you arrive in selected ports of call, of the local knowledge of a shore-based expert. These experts will be on hand to answer questions, suggest places to visit, detail the latest attractions, current exhibitions or

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Introducing the A-ROSA fleet

A-ROSA SENA, the world’s first E-Motion ship Since 2022, A-ROSA SENA has been offering the most advanced river cruise, featuring a hybrid propulsion system, A-ROSA SENA has the ability to sail in and out of ports under battery power and is almost emission-free. Carrying up to 280 guests, the ship is larger than her sister ships, boasts an extra deck and indoor Jacuzzi, and combines all the traditional comforts of A-ROSA vessels with a sustainable approach to river cruising. Every cabin has the luxury of it’s own private balcony and there’s additional a

A-ROSA SENA, Lounge

A-ROSA SENA

A-ROSA SENA, Suite

la carte dining available in the SENA GRILL along with a new choice of relaxing venues, including the innovative ‘Up and Down Bar’. Make use of the wellness facilities in the SPA-ROSA, encompassing an ice grotto with an ice fountain, sauna, relaxation room with cosy loungers and fireplace, two heated pools and a Jacuzzi, all ideal for multigenerational groups. Join A-ROSA SENA on the wonderful Rhine Cruise to Amsterdam (see Pages 34 & 35).

A-ROSA SENA, Balcony Cabin

A striking sight across all of Europe’s great rivers, with their sleek profiles and iconic rose-adorning exterior, each ship’s bow instantly identifies the vessels as belonging to the A-ROSA fleet. The ships, though varying in size, all offer the same levels of service and comfort to their guests.

Each of the vessels is custom-built to suit the river on which it operates, ensuring that whichever of the fleet you choose to join, on whichever famous waterway, you’re assured of the high A-ROSA standards and an unforgettable river cruise holiday.

The Douro A-ROSA ALVA

Sail the sun-kissed ‘Golden River’ from Porto into Spain and back aboard this sleek, modern river cruise ship.

A-ROSA AQUA

The Rhine & Moselle A-ROSA SENA, A-ROSA AQUA, A-ROSA SILVA & A-ROSA CLEA

Choose from this delightful selection of ships, and sail on the romantic Rhine or Moselle.

A-ROSA AQUA

The Danube A-ROSA DONNA, A-ROSA BELLA & A-ROSA FLORA

Step aboard these magnificent ships – amongst the fleet’s larger vessels – and a perfect home-from-home on the classic ‘Blue’ Danube. A-ROSA DONNA

The Rhône & Saône A-ROSA STELLA

Marvel at historic sights, ripening vineyards and enjoy relaxed cruising through the sunkissed reaches of Southern France.

A-ROSA STELLA

The Seine A-ROSA VIVA & A-ROSA ALEA

Sail through Normandy to the ‘City of Light’ along the meanders of the famous river aboard this splendid A-ROSA vessel.

A-ROSA ALEA

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Beautiful rivers

Step aboard your A-ROSA ship and, in comfort and relaxed style, discover and explore the delights of Europe’s great rivers. Watch the scenery slowly unfold from a comfortable seat in a lounge or the sun deck, and get to know the rivers’ different characters and charms, as you pass or call at a host of fascinating places that have contributed immeasurably to Europe’s colourful history and culture down the centuries.

With a host of wonderful experiences to savour and enjoy, from bike tours to city sightseeing, and wine tastings to speciality dinners aboard ship, this truly is an amazing way to explore these beautiful rivers.

1. The Seine A-ROSA VIVA & A-ROSA ALEA

Wind your way to or from the glorious French capital on a journey through the verdant, orchard-dotted countryside of Normandy, punctuated with historic cities, including Joan of Arc’s Rouen.

2. The Rhône & Saône A-ROSA STELLA

Journey on the Saône from the vineyard-dotted countryside of Burgundy and south on the Rhône, then the option of the wild camargue and the edge of the Mediterranean.

3. The Douro A-ROSA ALVA

Rouen Honfleur Caudebec-en-Caux Les Andelys Vernon Paris

Rising near to the great Spanish city of Salamanca and navigable only since the 1980s, the River Douro flows west through Portugal to spill into the Atlantic, passing through a stunning countryside of vineyards and port quintas.

4. The Rhine A-ROSA SENA, A-ROSA AQUA, A-ROSA SILVA & A-ROSA CLEA

Cruise Europe’s most famous waterway on holidays that offer the best of the river, which flows north from Switzerland to the Low Countries.

5. The Danube A-ROSA DONNA, A-ROSA FLORA & A-ROSA BELLA Ply a languid course through Central and Eastern Europe on the broad sweeps of the continent’s second-longest waterway, the former border of the Roman Empire.

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The ‘Blue’ Danube One of the world’s most famous rivers, the Danube, which rises from the depths of Germany’s Black Forest, is fed by countless tributaries, and is home to some of Europe’s most striking and historically important settlements, including four capitals founded by the Romans, for whom the river marked a frontier. From Italianate Passau, through stylish Linz and Imperial Vienna, onwards to Slovak Bratislava, Hungarian pearl Budapest, Melk with its spectacular Abbey, Esztergom’s towering basilica and through the

natural wonder of the Wachau Valley, the roll call of Danube treasures reads like a traveller’s dream. Travel beyond Budapest towards the Black Sea, exploring the lesservisited European capital, Belgrade and the scenic delights of the Iron Gates. Long celebrated in music and art, Europe’s second-longest waterway plies its ceaseless course past several great cities and through ten fascinating countries from Germany to the Black Sea.

Long celebrated in music and art, Europe’s secondlongest waterway plies its ceaseless course past several great cities and through ten fascinating countries from Germany to the Black Sea. Durnstein, Wachau Valley

Selected ports of call Budapest, Hungary

Straddling the river, the Hungarian capital – the ‘Pearl of the Danube’ – is an endlessly enthralling and engaging city. On its left bank, Buda, lies romantic, colourful Castle Hill, and on the Pest side, dominated by the great Gothic Parliament building, you’ll find an elegant maze of designer stores, coffee houses, patisseries and restaurants, as well as St Stephen’s Basilica and one of Europe’s largest spas. Step ashore to explore on an organised tour or under your own steam, or perhaps join the ship’s chef on a visit to the wonderful produce market.

Vienna, Austria

The glorious Austrian capital, the city of ‘coffee and cake’, Strauss waltzes, musical geniuses, philosophers and thinkers, is home to astonishing palaces, elegant arcades, vast squares and open spaces. Join the included city tour or take an optional ride in a traditional horse-drawn ‘fiaker’.

Melk Abbey – UNESCO World Heritage Site

Towering above the picture-book, medieval market town that shares its name, the vast Benedictine monastery is one of the Danube’s most-visited attractions. Discover its glories on an optional tour.

Belgrade, Serbia

The Serbian capital at the confluence of the Danube and Sava Rivers is a cosmopolitan mix of ancient and vibrantly modern, with the monumental Kalamegdan fortress, a lively riverside promenade, a pedestrianised centre and some fascinating museums, including one dedicated to electrical engineer Nikola Tesla, amongst a host of attractions.

Bratislava, Slovakia

The compact, walkabout Slovak capital is a medieval gem, centred on St Martin’s Cathedral, and boasting some splendid Baroque palaces, an ancient suspension bridge and a celebrated, lively café culture. Explore on an included walking tour and enjoy a speciality dinner on board in the evening.

The Iron Gates

The spectacular passage through the narrow section of the river separating Serbia and Romania is a breathtaking highlight of the Splendours of the Majestic Danube cruise.

Belgrade, Serbia

Hungarian Parliament, Budapest

Golubac Fortress, Serbia

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8-day River Cruise by Air from £2,040

Classic Danube Explorer Explore on a stylish, contemporary A-ROSA river cruiser. Sail through Germany, Austria, Hungary and Slovakia, visiting some beautiful cities and enjoying the casual elegance of life on board.

Wachau Valley, Austria

Immerse yourself in the Danube’s history and culture as you spend two days in stunning Vienna, see Hungary’s largest church and tallest building – the dome-capped Basilica in Esztergom – and pass another two days exploring the historic capital of Hungary, Budapest. Enjoy a day in Bratislava, Slovakia, before sailing back past Vienna overnight to spend a morning cruising through the glorious scenery of the Wachau Valley to Melk.

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fun fact...

Did you know that the Danube is the European continent’s second-longest river, beaten only by the Volga? It flows southeast for 1,770 miles and has been a traditional and important trade route in Europe since ancient times. To this day, 1,501 miles of the river’s length is navigable, by both river and ocean ships in many parts.

Day One – Depart Engelhartszell, Austria Fly to Munich or Salzberg and transfer to Engelhartzell near Passau, where you’ll begin your A-ROSA Danube cruise. Settle into your cabin and explore the ship, ready for departure in the early evening. Day Two – Vienna, Austria After a lovely morning meandering down the Danube, you’ll arrive in the Austrian capital, Vienna, around lunchtime. This bustling cultural and economic centre will be brought to life by an included city tour. Discover why it’s known as the ‘City of Music’, and explore streets and squares lined with a wonderful blend of classical and more modern architecture. Or simply explore or relax at your leisure. Day Three – Vienna, Austria Spend another day exploring Vienna’s endless sights and landmarks. Sample the local Gruner Veltliner wines, chat with new friends and locals in an authentic Viennese café or soak up the culture in a few of Vienna’s 100-plus art galleries and museums. A visit to the 1000-room Schonbrunn Palace is a must, for it’s where a young Mozart first enthralled astonished listeners with his extraordinary musical prowess. After a wonderful two days, A-ROSA DONNA sets sail again in the early evening, heading east into Hungary. The local A-ROSA Destination Scout will be on hand to help you make the most of your time in Vienna and Budapest. Day Four – Esztergom and Budapest, Hungary A lively day of exploration lies ahead. Arrive early at small but historic Esztergom,

8-Day River Cruise by Air from £2,040

Includes return flights and transfers to the ship. Available 20 Apr, 18 May, 15 Jun, 13 Jul, 24 Aug, 7 & 28 Sep, 12 Oct 2024 & 11, 28 May, 8, 22 Jun, 13 Jul, 7, 28 Sep & 12 Oct 2025 On-board A-ROSA DONNA 2024 and A-ROSA BELLA 2025 Flying from • Birmingham £2,040 • Heathrow £2,044 • Manchester £2,060 Cabin Categories FlightInclusive

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Cruise highlights & inclusions

Esztergom, Hungary

• Embark A-ROSA DONNA (2024) in Engelhartszell and A-ROSA BELLA (2025, you’ll embark and disembark in Passau) • Overnight stay and guided tour in Vienna • A morning call in Hungary’s Esztergom • Overnight stay and guided tour of ‘Pearl of Budapest • A visit to Bratislava with an included walking tour • A scenic passage through the Wachau Valley • Seven nights’ Premium All-Inclusive cruise aboard A-ROSA DONNA, in your chosen cabin, on a full-board basis, with on-board entertainment and activities • FREE unlimited Premium All-Inclusive drinks package, including water, soft drinks, speciality teas and coffees, beer, wine, spirits and cocktails throughout the day and evening • FREE Wi-Fi and drinks service on board • Return flights from the UK • Included transfers to/from the ship

Vienna, Austria

one of the oldest towns in Hungary. Visit the impressive Esztergom Basilica, which dominates the town skyline, and then return to the ship in time to depart before lunchtime. In the mid-afternoon, you’ll arrive in beautiful Budapest. Stroll through the streets on an included city tour, take in the neo-Gothic architecture, and perhaps visit the Museum of Fine Arts, which holds one of the most extensive collections of European art in the world. Alternatively, just relax in a quaint café or bar. Day Five – Budapest, Hungary Enjoy a second day in Budapest, perhaps continuing to explore the city’s many cultural attractions. With so many museums and galleries, and fashionable stores and restaurants on offer, your biggest chore will be deciding which to choose. The ship leaves at mid-afternoon to begin the long, relaxed cruise back up the Danube. Day Six – Bratislava, Slovakia Arrive in Slovakia’s capital city, Bratislava in the morning and enjoy an included guided walking tour of the medieval old town - a joy to explore, with cobbled streets, maze-like alleyways, boutiques and cafés. You’ll then return to the ship to have speciality dinner tonight. Day Seven – Melk, Austria You’ll have a brief stop in the quaint town of Krems this morning. You can choose to take an optional tour here with time in Krems, Durnstein and finish at the pastel-painted Benedictine Melk Abbey. If you’d prefer to stay on board, enjoy

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cruising the Wachau Valley, a picture-perfect stretch of Danube River valley flanked by vineyards and fairy-tale villages. We offer the chance to take a bike and cycle the route, too. Whether you’ve toured, cruised or cycled, you’ll rejoin the ship back at Melk Abbey this afternoon. Day Eight – Travel back to Engelhartszell, Austria You’ll arrive back in Engelhartzell early this morning. Disembark A-ROSA DONNA and transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Taste the Destination

We’ll complement our delicious international dining with the very best authentic regional cuisine. Here’s a sample of what to expect: • Braised beef esterhazy – braised sirloin with a savourysweet sauce of sour cream, onions and vegetables • Austrian veal roll roast served with rich chanterelle cream sauce

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Splendours of the Majestic Danube Welcome to this two-week cruise on the Danube, calling at iconic European cities and passing spectacular scenery, including the magnificent Iron Gates and scenic Wachau Valley.

The Iron Gates, Serbia and Romania

Join your sleek A-ROSA vessel at the Austrian market town of Engelhartszell and sail to elegant Vienna the next day, where you’ll have two days to explore. Continue overnight to the ‘Pearl of the Danube’, Budapest, where you’ll stay until the following evening. Enjoy a day on the majestic Danube, tying up the following morning at Belgrade beneath the imposing Kalemegdan Fortress. Depart the next evening and spend the next day on the river as the Danube narrows to pass through an impressive almost-vertical gorge known as the Iron Gates. Sailing through the Iron Gates is a truly memorable travel experience. Your next port of call is the picturesque Serbian city of Novi Sad, dominated by the looming Petrovaradin Fortress. Moor here for the day before continuing overnight to Bratislava, where you’ll stay overnight and enjoy an included tour and speciality dinner on board. The next morning will be spent cruising through the scenic Wachau Valley, visiting the picturesque town of Melk in the afternoon for a final call.

Day One – Depart Engelhartszell, Austria Fly to Munich or Salzberg and transfer to Engelhartzell in Austria, where you’ll meet your sleek A-ROSA vessel. Overnight, you’ll sail east towards Vienna. Day Two – Vienna, Austria You’ll arrive in Vienna around lunchtime. Enjoy an included city tour of the Austrian capital, city of Strauss waltzes, ‘coffee and cake’, elegant arcades, the Ringstrasse of imposing buildings, great St Stephan’s Cathedral and the magnificent Hofburg Palace. Spending overnight in Vienna gives you the opportunity to experience this wonderful city at night. Day Three – Vienna, Austria You’ll have a full day to explore Vienna further. Choose from a range of optional excursions. The A-ROSA destination scout will also be on hand to assist with your independent explorations, so you can get the most out of your time here. Set sail after dinner towards Budapest. Day Four and Five – Budapest, Hungary Relax on your ship before arriving in Budapest after lunch, where you’ll stay until the following evening. Enjoy an included city tour that will bring to life the ‘Pearl of the Danube’. Spend the following day in Budapest. Perhaps join one of several optional excursions or continue exploring this stylish city under your own steam. Your ship will leave in the evening, around 10pm. Day Six – Kalocsa and Mohacs, Hungary This morning, stop for a short visit to Kalocsa, one of Hungary’s oldest towns, and famous

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Cruise highlights & inclusions

Novi Sad, Serbia

• Board A-ROSA FLORA in Engelhartszell (2025, you’ll embark and disembark in Passau) • Overnight stays in Vienna, Budapest and Belgrade • A day in elegant Novi Sad • Overnight stay in Bratislava, with a walking tour • Included city tours of Vienna and Budapest • Cruise through the Iron Gates and the Wachau Valley • Fourteen nights’ Premium All-Inclusive cruise aboard A-ROSA FLORA in your chosen cabin, on a full-board basis, with on-board entertainment and activities • FREE unlimited Premium Inclusive drinks package, including water, soft drinks, speciality tea, and coffees, beer, wine and cocktails throughout the day and evening • FREE Wi-Fi and drinks service on board • Return flights from the UK • Included transfers to/from the ship

Bratislava, Slovakia

for the production of paprika peppers that you can appreciate at the Paprika Museum. You’ll then cruise to Mohacs, a pretty town on the Danube in southern Hungary with an almost Mediterranean climate and scenic setting. Day Seven and Eight – Belgrade, Serbia You’ll arrive in Belgrade early in the morning, staying until the following evening. The fort is surrounded by Kalemegdan Park, which meets the old town at its outer reaches. Depart Belgrade later the following evening, giving you the whole of the next day to continue your exploration of the Serbian capital, either under your own steam, or by joining an optional excursion. Day Nine – Cruising the Danube Cataracts Spend a delightful day on your ship, as you pass through one of the most scenic stretches of the Danube, the Iron Gates. Enjoy a pleasant evening on board, as you continue overnight to Novi Sad. Day 10 – Novi Sad, Serbia This morning, you’ll dock at Novi Sad, Serbia’s second-largest city. You’ll spend the day here, where you can join one of several excursions to discover the city, or alternatively explore by your own arrangement. Your ship will depart in the evening. Day 11 – Mohacs, Hungary Sit back, relax and enjoy life on board as you spend a day on the Danube, passing some spectacular scenery.

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Perhaps make use of the ship’s facilities, such as the spa, or just rest and relax on deck – the choice is yours. Day 12 and 13 – Bratislava Cruise upstream on the Danube towards Bratislava, arriving early evening, where you’ll overnight. Tonight, enjoy an included speciality dinner on board. The next day, you’ll have a full day to explore the Slovakian capital, which uniquely also borders Hungary and Austria, and is a medieval gem. Join an included tour visiting the Gothic St Martin’s Cathedral, some splendid Baroque palaces and the city’s ancient suspension bridge. You’ll continue cruising back into Austria after dinner. Day 14 – Melk, Austria This morning, you’ll wake to the delightful scenery of the Wachau Valley. Around lunchtime, you’ll dock at the picturesque town of Melk for the afternoon, home to the famous abbey. Join an optional excursion to explore the magnificent 11thcentury abbey, perched high above the town. Enjoy a last night on board, as you depart Melk in the late afternoon, arriving back at Engelhartszell early the following morning. Day 15 – Engelhartszell, Austria Disembark after breakfast in Engelhartszell and transfer to the airport for your homeward journey, bringing a wonderful cruise the Danube to an end.

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The Romantic Rhine & the Meandering Moselle The mighty Rhine, one of the world’s great waterways, flows from its source high in the Swiss Alps, through Germany and into the Netherlands, where it spills into the North Sea. En route, it passes great cities like Strasbourg, Speyer and Mainz, then the classic Rhine Valley landscape of vineyards, castles and picture-book villages. Flowing through the famous Rhine Gorge, beneath the mythical Lorelei, the Rhine meets the Moselle at Koblenz, with its

imposing fortress. The smaller river plies its meandering course from ancient Trier, past a host of idyllic wine-villages before joining its neighbour, which heads north in wide sweeps past Cologne’s twin-towers and on past the bridges at Arnhem and Nijmegen into the windmill-dotted Dutch countryside, and the historic maritime cities of Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

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Selected ports of call The Rhine Gorge – A UNESCO World Heritage Site

In the heart of the classic, picture-book ‘Romantic’ Rhine, the dramatic 65 miles of the Gorge, topped by the fabled Lorelei – the steep cliff from which sirens were said to have lured sailors to their fate – is dotted with pristine towns and villages.

Koblenz, Germany

Beautifully set at the confluence of the Rhine and meandering Moselle, opposite the imposing ramparts of the Ehrenbreitstein fortress, Koblenz boasts a delightful riverside promenade dotted with bars and cafés, and a colourful, historic Altstadt, or old town.

Mainz, Germany

This once-powerful city, the largest in the Rhineland-Palatinate, was the hometown of Johannes Gutenburg, the father of the printing press. Don’t miss the vast cathedral, the Gutenberg Museum, honouring the city’s most famous son, and the delightful half-timbered Altstadt.

Strasbourg, France

Flower-strewn Alsace capital and European parliament seat, Strasbourg boast the ancient Petite France quarter, a maze of narrow streets and medieval buildings, criss-crossed by canals and watched over by the Gothic masterpiece of Notre Dame Cathedral.

Basel, Switzerland

Switzerland’s ‘gateway to the world’ boasts a bustling Altstadt of cafés and pubs. The magnificent Münster, which overlooks the Rhine, has some wonderful cloisters that open out onto a terrace offering beautiful views of the river and the Black Forest beyond.

Bernkastel-Kues, Germany

Perched on opposing banks of the Moselle, the idyllic twin towns of Bernkastel–Kues are characterised by medieval half-timbered buildings and winding, narrow alleyways lined with cafés and restaurants. Both towns are surrounded by a patchwork of picturesque vineyards.

Trier, Germany

The UNESCO-listed city of Trier on the Moselle is famous for its collection of well-preserved Roman sites, which include an amphitheatre, Emperor Constantine’s throne room, and Germany’s oldest bridge.

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Rhine Cruise to Amsterdam Discover the enchanting sights of Amsterdam and Basel with Newmarket Holidays on a relaxing Rhine cruise.

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Join the A-ROSA SENA for a voyage on the Rhine, Dutch, and Belgium waterways. Enjoy an included evening canal cruise on your overnight stay in Amsterdam with time to enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere, galleries, museums, and markets. Discover Rotterdam’s harbour flair and avant-garde architecture. Explore Dordrecht, one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands, with historical monuments and museums, ancient warehouses and busy merchant streets. Your final port of call promises a fascinating day in Antwerp, the alluring capital of the diamond trade before you cruise on the Rhine back to Cologne with all the facilities of the SENA to take advantage.

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Did you know that Amsterdam has more canals than Venice and more bridges than Paris? With over 165 canals, it’s possible to travel 100 kilometres across the water in the city limits. The most popular canals are the Herengracht, Prinsengracht, and Keizersgracht, and there are 1281 bridges. The most famous bridge is the Magere Brug or the ‘Skinny Bridge’.

Day One – Depart Cologne, Germany on A-ROSA SENA Fly to Cologne and transfer to the A-ROSA SENA for your seven-night cruise. The best views of Cologne are from the river. Your ship will moor near to the old town, with its narrow streets filled with traditional old houses, breweries, beer halls, cafés and shops. Explore ancient walls and medieval churches, a fantastic selection of quality museums and the calling card of the city, its famous Gothic cathedral, dominating the skyline. Day Two – Amsterdam, Netherlands Arrive in Amsterdam in the early afternoon. The A-ROSA SENA makes an impressive sight moored just footsteps from the city’s iconic Central Station and close to the city centre. Explore the history of Amsterdam as you weave through its pretty tree-lined canals and quirky streets. World renowned sights include the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, the Anne Frank House and the controversial red-light district. Of course, you’ll have the option of an expert guided tour of this vibrant metropolis. As the canals are lit up by charming city lights, enjoy an included canal cruise by night. Day Three – Amsterdam, Netherlands Today, you’ll have another chance to explore the Dutch capital. Perhaps, you’ll take a cycle tour of this famously bipedal city or take to the water and explore its historic canals on a barge tour. Visit your favourite museum or art gallery, and meander through Amsterdam’s ancient streets, lined with cafés and boutiques, as well as famous flea markets. Don’t miss out on delicious Dutch pancakes, too. Perhaps take an optional tour to the ancient town of Haarlem, noted for its medieval character and centre for flower growing. Day Four – Rotterdam, Netherlands As the A-ROSA SENA switches to silent battery power, you’ll glide elegantly into Rotterdam with its impressive

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Cruise highlights & inclusions

Antwerp, Belgium

• Embark A-ROSA SENA in magnificent Cologne • Cruise north into the lower reaches of the Rhine • Overnight calls in Amsterdam and Rotterdam • Included Amsterdam canal cruise • Included walking tour of Rotterdam • Explore the ‘Diamond Capital’, Antwerp • Seven nights’ Premium All-Inclusive cruise aboard A-ROSA SENA in your chosen cabin, on a full-board basis, with on-board entertainment and activities • Served meals on the A-ROSA SENA are an extra charge • FREE unlimited Premium All-Inclusive drinks package, including water, soft drinks, speciality tea, and coffee, beer, wine and cocktails throughout the day and evening • FREE Wi-Fi and drinks service on board • Return flights from the UK • Included transfers to/from the ship

Rotterdam, Netherlands

skyline and the Erasmusbrug Bridge before you. Rotterdam is the centre of contemporary architecture, home to the famous cube houses and the Witte Huis, the first skyscraper in Europe. Explore Rotterdam on an included walking tour. Soak up the atmosphere in the vibrant waterfront area at the Old Harbour, the perfect place to enjoy a late afternoon or evening drink enjoying the laid-back Dutch lifestyle. Day Five – Antwerp, Belgium Arrive in Antwerp just after breakfast for a full day and overnight to explore this remarkable city, full of cultural attractions. Day Six – Antwerp, Belgium You have a wonderful day ahead exploring Antwerp’s treasure trove of delights, with its medieval centre Grote Markt featuring cobbled lanes, treat-filled cafés, gift shops, and boutiques. Visit the riverside fortress Het Steen dating back to the 13th century, and the magnificent baroque Cathedral of our Lady. Art lovers will enjoy time at Rubens House, or head to the diamond district where you can learn about these precious stones at the excellent museum. All the highlights can be experienced on an optional tour. Day Seven – Cruising on the River Rhine Today, enjoy the facilities of the A-ROSA SENA as she sails to Cologne. After a leisurely breakfast, divide your time on the sun deck, in the pool or lounging in the stunning panoramic lounge. Let fascinating views unfold as you past towns, villages and pretty countryside. The tranquil SPA-ROSA is the perfect place to relax; a calm space dedicated to unwinding, with foot baths, a relaxation room, fitness room and jacuzzi. Take an optional treatment if you fancy a pamper. In the evening, experience your last night with entertainment in the lounge with all drinks included, of course.

Day Eight – Cologne, Germany Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your journey home. If you have a later flight, there’s much to explore here, including the chocolate museum, impressive botanical gardens, and Cologne Cathedral.

Taste the Destination

A-ROSA offers a range of dishes exploring the Northern Rhine from a culinary perspective, including:

• Dutch seafood chowder • Krokante Specklapjes en Rookworst - pork belly with fried cabbage, a real warming Dutch speciality • A wonderful selection of Dutch cheeses • Vegan and vegetarian options are always available

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Classic Rhine Cruise to Switzerland Enjoy the easy-going atmosphere and relaxed style on offer aboard your A-ROSA river cruise vessel, as you sail through Germany, France and Switzerland.

Middle Rhine, Germany

Join delightful A-ROSA AQUA in Cologne, sailing upstream to arrive by late morning in the famed wine town of Rüdesheim for the chance to step ashore on an included excursion. Cruise further south to Germersheim, perhaps to enjoy a day in ancient Speyer, one of Germany’s oldest settlements. A further call is made at the Black Forest gateway, Breisach before you arrive in the elegant Swiss Basel. Return downstream to Kehl for the chance to discover the Alsace capital, Strasbourg (on an included excursion), with its picture-book Petite France quarter. A marvellous last full day sees you visit the great city of Mainz, with its six-towered cathedral and delightful old town, before you sail back through UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge beneath the fabled Lorelei. A last evening can be spent ashore in historic Koblenz, where a walking tour is included before A-ROSA AQUA returns to Cologne at the end of a marvellous, classic Rhine voyage.

Day One – Depart Cologne, Germany Fly from the UK to Cologne and transfer to your A-ROSA ship. The rest of the day is free to explore Cologne, where you’ll find a good selection of museums, excellent botanical gardens and the famous cathedral, which dominates the skyline. Day Two – Rüdesheim, Germany After a morning of sailing on the scenic Upper Middle Rhine, you’ll arrive at the town of Rüdesheim (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), for centuries renowned the world over for its outstanding wines. Make sure you take a walk through the charming little streets of the old town where you’ll find Drosselgasse, an alleyway with half-timbered façades, which is known as ‘The World’s Longest Wine Bar’. Enjoy an included guided tour of Rüdesheim with a ride on the Winzerexpress train. Day Three – Germersheim, Germany Today, you’ll sail through the historical heart of Europe, enjoying some of the most picture-perfect sights. You’ll see terraced vineyards, expansive forests and high peaks. Spend the day in the relaxed riverside town of Germersheim or opt to travel to nearby Speyer, one of Germany’s oldest cities and the once centre of the Holy Roman Empire. You can see traces of this past in the delightful old town, with its romantic lanes leading to the imposing Cathedral, a UNESCO-protected World Heritage Site. Day Four – Breisach, Germany Make sure you have your cameras to hand as you’ll be perched on a steep cliff above the Rhine, admiring picturesque Breisach with its pastel-hued buildings set in beautiful rolling vineyards. Where the Black Forest spills into the Alsace region, this German town shares a lot with its French neighbours – its love of good food and good wine among them. Take an optional guided walking tour, including a visit to a local Champagne cellar with tastings.

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Cruise highlights & inclusions

Mainz, Germany

• Embark A-ROSA AQUA (2024) or A-ROSA CLEA (2025) in magnificent Cologne • Call at the Black Forest gateway, Breisach • Enjoy a day in the elegant Swiss Basel • Cruise upstream to Rudesheim and enjoy an included tour with a ride on the Winzerexpress train • A daytime cruise through the UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge • An included tour in historic Koblenz • Enjoy an included guided excursion in Strasbourg • Seven nights’ Premium All-Inclusive cruise aboard A-ROSA AQUA in your chosen cabin, on a full-board basis, with on-board entertainment and activities • FREE unlimited Premium All-Inclusive drinks package, including water, soft drinks, speciality teas and coffees, beer, wine, spirits and cocktails throughout the day and evening • FREE Wi-Fi and drinks service on board • Return flights from the UK • Included transfers to/from the ship

Basel, Switzerland

Day Five – Basel, Switzerland Uniquely positioned where France, Germany and Switzerland meet, Basel retains a strong and proud identity, with a thriving arts scene and bilingual culture. Spend the day exploring its pretty old town, the awe-inspiring cathedral, and dipping in and out of the excellent museums. Optional excursions enable you to explore more of Switzerland. Day Six – Strasbourg, France The capital of the Grand Est region, formerly known as Alsace, Strasbourg sits on the border (the river itself being the border) with Germany. An included excursion involves exploring the old town with quaint colourful houses and twisting cobbled alleys, the canals of Petit France, and the magnificent Strasbourg Cathedral. For 227 years, this imposing sandstone structure was the tallest building in the world and at its summit, the views stretch as far as the Black Forest, some 30km away. Day Seven – Mainz, Germany Today, you’ll visit Mainz in the Rhineland’s wine-growing region, famed for its Riesling wines. Wander the cobbled streets of the old town, and lose yourself among half-timbered buildings housing colourful bars and traditional shops. Visit the impressive 1,000-yearold Mainzer Dome, a masterpiece of Gothic, Romanesque and Baroque styles and the impressive Gutenburg Museum, celebrating Johannes Gutenberg, the inventor of the printing press. You’ll continue sailing through the scenic Lorelei Valley, one of the highlights of your cruise. Take your place on the sun deck and admire the views of steeply-terraced vineyards plunging down towards the river, picture-perfect villages, fairy-tale castles perched on hilltops, rugged cliffs and lush green forests. Located at the confluence of the mighty Rhine and the Moselle rivers, Koblenz is easy to explore independently. We recommend the Baroque town hall, the old town and a cable car ride with wonderful views over the Rhine.

Enjoy an included walking tour of Koblenz, followed by your last dinner on board. Day Eight – Cologne, Germany You’ll wake up this morning back in Cologne, as your unforgettable cruise on the Rhine ends. Disembark and transfer to the airport to begin your journey home.

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Smaller than other river vessels, A-ROSA CLEA will operate all 2025 sailings and moor at the French port of Strasbourg, directly in the port of Speyer (rather than Germersheim).

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Romance on the Moselle Cruise Spend eight wonderful days on the meandering Moselle, following its path past a patchwork of sweeping, vine-clad banks, dotted with pretty timbered villages, medieval castles and Roman ruins.

Cochem, Moselle

Board sleek A-ROSA SILVA in the shadow of Cologne’s twin-towered cathedral to cruise the Rhine to Koblenz at the confluence of the two rivers. Head into the Moselle and spend a wonderful week of lazy exploration while experiencing all the joys of river-cruising, A-ROSA-style. Take in a trio of beautiful wine towns, each prettier than the last, all surrounded by vineyards ripening in the sun. Pass beneath historic castles overlooking the river’s meandering course, and step ashore to wander medieval cobbled streets framed by ancient, half-timbered buildings. Highlights will include a full day in picture-book ‘twin-town’ Bernkastel-Kues with an included walking tour beneath steeply rising Collis ‘hill’, an overnight visit to 2,000-year-old wineproducing Zell, and a call in ancient Cochem, watched over by the mighty Reichsburg Cochem Castle. A wonderful cruise full of fun and relaxation is completed by the chance to explore Roman Trier on an included walking tour, one of Germany’s oldest settlements before you make your winding way back downriver to the Rhine and Cologne.

Day One – Depart Cologne, Germany Travel to Cologne from the UK and embark the A-ROSA SILVA in Cologne. But you shouldn’t miss out on the opportunity to explore this cathedral city, with its wealth of monuments and attractions. Day Two – Treis-Karden, Germany Treis-Karden stands out due to its beautiful location directly on the Moselle. The small town with around 2,500 inhabitants is located on both sides of the river. A special highlight of the place are the two castles of Treis. Day Three – Bernkastel-Kues, Germany Wake up to the wonderful sight of the idyllic twin towns of Bernkastel–Kues, perched on opposing banks of the Moselle. Both towns are characterised by medieval half-timbered buildings and winding, narrow alleyways lined with cafés and restaurants, and are surrounded by picturesque vineyards. Your ship will moor here for the whole day, giving you the chance to find out more about your surroundings on an included walking tour. Day Four – Mehring near Trier, Germany Trier lies right in the Moselle Valley, a region characterised by the typical Moselle vineyards. The city boasts many churches, castles and palaces, plus a wealth of historic monuments – with UNESCO World Heritage status. Enjoy an included excursion in the city, explore the Moselle Valley and learn about the history of Rhineland-Palatinate. And as another lovely day draws to a close, you can look forward to the next picturesque port of call. Day Five – Mehring near Trier and Zell, Germany You’ll have another morning to explore Mehring or Trier at your leisure before travelling to Zell. The wine town of Zell is located directly on the “Zeller Hamm” Moselle loop.

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Cruise highlights & inclusions

• Embark A-ROSA SILVA in magnificent Cologne • Spend five memorable days cruising the scenic meanders of the Moselle • Visit ancient wine-producing Zell • Enjoy an included tour of Bernkastel-Kues • Set off on an included tour of ancient Trier • Cruise south to pretty Koblenz, at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle • Seven nights’ Premium All-Inclusive cruise aboard A-ROSA SILVA, in your chosen cabin, on a full-board basis, with on-board entertainment and activities • FREE unlimited Premium All-Inclusive drinks package, including water, soft drinks, speciality tea, and coffees, beer, wine and cocktails throughout the day and evening • FREE Wi-Fi and drinks service on board • Return flights from the UK • Included transfers to/from the ship

Bernkastel Kues, Moselle

Middle Rhine, Germany

The beautiful wine landscape can be discovered on a nice hike. Also, don’t miss the opportunity to go wine tasting. Day Six – Cochem, Germany Arrive in Cochem just before lunch for an afternoon to explore this enchanting town on the bank of the Moselle. The entire Moselle region around Cochem is a real sight to behold. The town’s landmark is undoubtedly the famous Reichsburg, a splendid castle that towers above the river. But did you know that the West German government had a secret bunker built here for its federal bank? Strange, but true! And you’ll have the opportunity to visit it during your river cruise. Day Seven – Cochem and Koblenz, Germany This morning sail on the scenic Moselle to Koblenz arriving around lunchtime. Its history dates back over 2,000 years, making it one of Germany’s oldest cities – and one of its most picturesque, with a wealth of sights and cultural attractions. Marvel at Koblenz’s palaces, stately homes, grand town houses, narrow lanes and romantic corners. And watch as our A-ROSA ship sails close to the famous Deutsches Eck headland. Day Eight – Cologne, Germany Arrive in Cologne and disembark after breakfast, but your wonderful memories will last forever. If your flights permit, take a further look around. The magnificent cathedral of Cologne is an absolute must-see.

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The ‘Golden River’ Douro Rising in Spain, the Douro marks the border with Portugal’s neighbour, then turns west to flow for 200 kilometres before spilling into the Atlantic. En route, it passes through a scenic countryside of vineyards and port quintas, somnolent villages and ancient towns before passing underneath Porto’s famous bridges. The river has only

been fully navigable since the 1980s’ construction of a dam and lock system, and the enjoyment of your cruise is enhanced by the knowledge that you are still amongst a relatively privileged few to have viewed the Douro Valley from the river.

Lined with ripening vineyards and dotted with ancient villages, Portugal’s most famous waterway meanders its gentle way westwards to the sea.

Douro River, Portugal

Villa Nova De Gaia, Portugal Pinhão Village, Portugal

Douro River, Portugal

Selected ports of call Porto, Portugal

Barca d’Alva, Portugal

Régua, Portugal

Vega de Terrón, Spain

Built on granite bluffs high above the river, near where it spills into the Atlantic, Porto is full of fascination, with its rambling, UNESCO-listed Ribeira district and its neighbouring port wine centre of Vila Nova de Gaia on the opposite bank, linked by several bridges. This bustling riverside town, which marks the western gateway to the port-wine-producing area, where vineyards have lined the river and covered the hillsides for over two thousand years, is also the gateway to exquisite Lamego, with its achingly beautiful Igreja de Nossa Senora dos Remédios shrine.

Almost at the Spanish border, which lies less than a mile away, this tiny hamlet is famed for its almond trees and, thanks to the lack of light pollution, its stunning starlit nights. Enjoy our included shore excursion to beautiful Salamanca from here. At the point where the Douro, now the Spanish Duero, turns north, this sleepy port town is a mix of both countries, as languid as the river’s waters at this point. Lying opposite the much fought-after hilltop village, Figueira de Castel Rodrigo, Vega de Terrón marks the easternmost point of the cruise before you turn downstream once more.

Pinhão, Portugal

This tiny, picture-book village lies on a bend in the river at the scenic heart of the wine-growing area, surrounded by rolling hills covered in vines. It boasts an exquisite railway station with tiles depicting harvest time and is close to several important wine estates.

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The Douro Explorer Enjoy a Premium All-Inclusive river cruise on the Douro aboard A-ROSA ALVA. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to step ashore, join an optional excursion, or rest and relax on the top deck soaking in the sights.

Villa Nova De Gaia, Portugal

Board sleek A-ROSA ALVA in Portugal’s friendly second city, Porto. After a first night aboard, sail east to delightful wineproducing Pinhão, where you’ll sample port wines and enjoy an included tour and dinner in the stunning setting of a local vineyard, and then on to Spain’s Vega de Terrón. Turning back downstream, you’ll head to the border town Barca D’Alva, the gateway to Salamanca, Spain’s golden, Baroque treasure chest, explored on an included excursion. After a second night in pretty Pinhão, a final call is made at Régua, where vineyards have lined the river for over 2,000 years. Return to Porto, where the old town clings haphazardly to granite bluffs, overlooking the colourful riverside Ribeira district, and, across the river, wine-producing Vila Nova de Gaia. With plenty of time to enjoy the ship’s spacious topdeck, as well as opportunities to step ashore to explore some wonderful places, this is river cruising at its most glorious.

Day One – Depart Porto, Portugal Fly to Porto, and board A-ROSA ALVA, your home-from-home for your cruise on the ‘Golden River’ at the quayside. As the ship doesn’t sail until the morning, you’ll have the chance to step ashore after you’ve settled into your cabin, and before or after you’ve enjoyed your first dinner on board. Day Two – Pinhão, Portugal This morning, A-ROSA ALVA slips away to begin the journey up river, passing through the gorges beyond the city and out into the countryside. This morning, you’ll cruise past the dams at Crestuma/Lever and Carrapatelo, make a short call at Régua for those joining shore excursions, and meander on through more beautiful scenery to tiny, picture-book Pinhão, which stands on the Douro’s north bank surrounded by vineyard-covered hills. Tonight, enjoy a traditional Portuguese evening at a local vineyard. You’ll be welcomed with music and an aperitif, and a short vineyard tour followed by a classic Portuguese meal with wine. Day Three – Vega de Terrón, Portugal This morning, you’ll be treated to another included off-ship experience - the opportunity to enjoy port wine tasting at one of the finest Douro Valley estates, Quinta da Roeda. In the afternoon A-ROSA ALVA will continue her cruise towards the Spanish border, where the Douro becomes the Spanish Duero, and you’ll spend the night in sleepy Vega de Terrón, at the easternmost point of the cruise.

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Includes return flights and transfers to the ship. Available 3 Apr, 22 May, 19 Jun, 4 & 28 Aug 2024, 2 Apr, 28 May, 18 Jun, 9 Jul, 10 Sep & 15 Oct 2025 On-board A-ROSA ALVA Flying from • Birmingham £2,379 • Gatwick £2,295 • Luton £2,205 • Stansted £2,179 Cabin Categories FlightInclusive

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Cruise highlights & inclusions

Pinhão, Portugal

• Embark A-ROSA ALVA in Portugal’s second city, Porto • Enjoy a full day tour to Salamanca • Discover riverside havens such as Pinhão and Barca D’Alva • Cross into Spain to port-town, Vega de Terrón • Explore the world of port wine in Régua • Enjoy an included visit to the local quinta, including dinner and drinks • Seven nights’ Premium All-Inclusive cruise aboard A-ROSA ALVA, with served meals in your chosen cabin, on a full-board basis, with on-board entertainment and activities • FREE unlimited Premium All-Inclusive drinks package, including water, soft drinks, speciality teas and coffees, beer, wine, spirits and cocktails throughout the day and evening • FREE Wi-Fi and drinks service on board • Return flights from the UK • Included transfers to/from the ship

Douro Valley, Portugal

Day Four – Barca d’Alva, Portugal This morning brings an opportunity to experience an included excursion to Salamanca, said to be the most beautiful city in Spain, to see its Baroque sandstone buildings and two sumptuous cathedrals. Later, A-ROSA ALVA begins her downstream journey towards the tiny hamlet of Barca d’Alva among its almond trees. If it’s a clear night, don’t miss the opportunity to stargaze from the top deck this evening, taking advantage of the famously unpolluted skies. Day Five – Pinhão, Portugal Slipping away from Barca d’Alva at breakfast time, the cruise will go back downstream, pausing briefly at Pocinho and its dam to arrive once more in idyllic Pinhão by early evening. Don’t miss the town’s lovely railway station and its exquisite tiles depicting the grape harvest, as you spend another night beneath Pinhão’s rolling hills. Day Six – Bitetos, Portugal We return to Régua this morning, and you’ll be familiar by now with the pretty historic centre here. Take a walk to the popular viewing platforms, São Leonardo da Galafura and São Salvador do Mundo, and enjoy the panoramic views of the river landscape. Why not join an excursion to the Mateus Palace and Gardens? You might just recognise it from somewhere - the rosé wine label of the same name. This afternoon, enjoy scenic sailing along the Douro before arriving in pretty Bitetos.

Day Seven – Porto, Portugal Arrive back in Porto mid-morning with the rest of the day free for you to explore. Porto has many links to the UK, most particularly the production of port wine. Visit a wine cellar and appreciate this famous tipple – it’s a must here. The atmospheric centre, the Ribeira, is recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. It’s a glorious maze of crumbling rainbow-coloured buildings presiding over winding cobbled streets. Discover the shining azulejo façades on church walls and town houses. Optional tours of Porto and Guimaraes are available if you’d like to explore with an expert. Day Eight – Porto, Portugal Bid ‘adeus’ to your ship and her crew, as you transfer to the airport for your journey home.

Taste the Destination

We’ll complement our delicious international dining with the very best authentic Portuguese cuisine. Here’s a sample of what to expect: • Alentejo-style pork - a delicious combination of marinated pork shoulder and clams in a white wine and red pepper sauce •O ctopus à lagareiro - a traditional baked recipe of potatoes, octopus, garlic, pepper and chopped parsley • Pastel de nata - iconic Portuguese custard tarts

Portugal Porto

Bitetos

Régua

Pocinho

Pinhão Barca d'Alva

The Douro

Vega de Terrón Salamanca

Spain Salamanca, Spain

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The Sun-kissed Rhône & Saône Idyllic towns and villages exuding rustic Gallic charm, great cities that bear witness to the potency and architectural legacies of Burgundian dukes, conquering Romans or allpowerful medieval popes, and rolling vineyard-covered hills that testify to wine-producing fame, ensure that a holiday here is full of fascination and delight. The Saône, which rises in the high Vosges to the north, flows through the

hills of Burgundy to historic Lyon, where it joins the larger Rhône, one of Europe’s most important arteries, for the onward journey into Provence and to the Mediterranean. This very special corner of the world is brought to life each day as your ship sails on from one delightful port of call to the next, with both rivers full of fascination.

The two richly contrasting and historic regions of Burgundy and Provence, through which the languid River Saône and the mighty River Rhône make their scenic journeys south, are amongst the most alluring and enchanting of all France.

Lyon, France

Avignon, France

Burgundy, France

Lavender, Provence

Selected ports of call Arles, France

Once the capital of Roman Gaul and boasting superbly preserved remains – baths, a chariot racetrack and the famed Les Arènes arena, home to Spanish-style bullfights – Arles was inspiration to Van Gogh and Gauguin, and today exudes Southern Gallic charm.

Avignon, France

The fabled ‘City of the Popes’, one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval strongholds, is dominated by the monumental Palais des Papes, and is an engaging, bustling city, centred on the Place d’Horloge, which is lined with cafés and market stalls – the perfect spot from which to watch the world go by. Don’t miss the crumbling remains of the Pont St-Bénézet, the ‘pont d’Avignon’ of the famous French folk song.

Burgundy, France

The vineyards of the Côte d’Or, Côte de Nuit and the Côte de Beaune, the birthplace of some of the world’s most celebrated wines, lie close to historic Beaune and its stunning medieval Hôtel Dieu.

Chalon-Sur-Saône, France

This historic Côte d’Or town boasts a beautiful medieval quarter, a fascinating wine museum and another dedicated to local Joseph Niepe, the inventor of photography.

Lyon, France

France’s UNESCO-listed second city, for centuries the wealthy centre of the silk trade, and now a prosperous gateway to both the Alps and sun-kissed Provence, lies at the rivers’ meeting point, where the Rhône turns south towards the Mediterranean.

Mâcon, France

Famed wine-producing town Mâcon, on the banks of the Saône, boasts a lively, cafélined promenade.

Viviers, France

Set against a stunning mountain backdrop, the exquisite medieval town of Viviers is the gateway for an optional excursion to the Archeche Gorge and colourful lavender fields

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The Rhône, Burgundy & Provence Experience the beauty of Burgundy and Provence on a Rhone river cruise from Lyon. Visit Avignon, Arles, charming Macon, Tournus and historic Chalon.

Avignon, France

Enjoy all the pleasures of cruising, A-ROSA-style, with hopefully plenty of time spent outdoors on the spacious top deck, as you explore this delightful region of Southern France. Step aboard in Lyon to sail north into the Saône, onto historic Chalon, the gateway to the Côte d’Or wine region, where you’ll visit a local market on an included walking tour. Visit lively Burgundian Mâcon with its café-lined riverbank and brightly painted half-timbered houses. A brief call is made at Trévoux, with its 17th-century buildings, before you return to Lyon, and have the chance to discover the UNESCO-listed heart of the city. Sailing south into the Rhône, you’ll stay overnight in glorious Avignon, with its famed ‘pont’ and Palace of the Popes, and enjoy a guided tour and speciality dinner aboard. The cruise is completed with calls in the former Roman stronghold Arles, charming Viviers and La Voulte-sur-Rhône, before a last passage back to Lyon. The cruise also offers the optional opportunity to visit the wildlife paradise of the Camargue and the scenic Ardeche Gorge.

Day One – Lyon, France Fly to Lyon or Geneva, and transfer to the dock to board A-ROSA STELLA. Your Rhone river cruise begins tonight, leaving you free to spend your time getting to know the ship and enjoying your first dinner on board. Day Two – Chalon-sur-Saone, France A full day is spent in Chalonsur-Saone, France. This historic Cote d’Or town has a beautiful medieval quarter, a fascinating wine museum and a museum dedicated to local hero, Joseph Niepce, now generally considered the true inventor of photography. Enjoy an included walking tour with a visit to a local market. A-ROSA STELLA leaves Chalon in the evening, continuing south overnight. Day Three – Mâcon, France You’ll arrive in Mâcon in the early morning. This famed wine-producing town on the banks of the Saone boasts a lively, café-lined promenade. Spend time shopping, relaxing with a drink or exploring the city’s cultural highlights such as the Museum of Fine Arts or Mâcon Cathedral. In the afternoon, A-ROSA STELLA leaves Mâcon and continues her voyage south, returning to Lyon for an overnight stay. Day Four – Lyon, France Wake up in Lyon, where the Rhone turns south towards the Mediterranean. A prosperous gateway to both the Alps and sun-kissed Provence, this city was the wealthy centre of the silk trade. After enjoying Lyon, you’ll head out again in the afternoon and begin a pleasant, scenic cruise down the Rhone.

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Cruise highlights & inclusions

Tournus, France

• Embark A-ROSA STELLA in Lyon • Sail north into the Saône to Mâcon • Included walking tour of Chalon, including the market for 2024, and for 2025, a tour of the Camargue is included • Overnight stays in Lyon and Avignon • An included guided tour of Avignon • Calls in Roman Arles, medieval Viviers and La-Voulte-sur-Rhône • Seven nights’ Premium All-Inclusive cruise aboard A-ROSA STELLA, in your chosen cabin, on a full-board basis, with on-board entertainment and activities • FREE unlimited Premium All-Inclusive drinks package, including water, soft drinks, speciality teas and coffees, beer, wine, spirits and cocktails throughout the day and evening • FREE Wi-Fi and drinks service on board • Return flights from the UK • Included transfers to/from the ship

Viviers, France

Day Five – Avignon, France This morning you can opt for an excursion visiting the famous wine producing village of Chateauneaf du Pape. Around lunchtime today, you’ll arrive at Avignon, the historic City of the Popes. One of Europe’s best-preserved medieval strongholds, Avignon is dominated by the monumental Palais des Papes. This engaging, bustling city is centred on the Place d’Horloge, which is lined with cafés and market stalls - perfect for watching the world go by. Join a guided tour to discover the city, and don’t miss the crumbling remains of the Pont St-Benezet or the “pont d’Avignon” from the famous French folk song. Day Six – Avignon and Arles, France Spend the morning pottering around the streets of Avignon and finishing the remainder of your sightseeing. A-ROSA STELLA departs at noon, and cruises still further south to Arles. Once the capital of Roman Gaul, Arles is home to some superb ancient ruins. See the painstakingly unearthed baths, chariot racetrack and the elegant skeleton of Les Arenes amphitheatre. The great cathedral of St-Trophime and several fascinating museums add to the attraction of this city that so inspired both Van Gogh and Gauguin. From Arles, you can also opt for an excursion to the Camargue, famous for its wild horses and flamingoes. Your river cruiser will depart tonight, and begin the long, gentle journey back upriver. Day Seven – La Voulte-sur-Rhone, France Enjoy a final day on board A-ROSA STELLA relaxing on the sun-deck (weather permitting) or in the pool, and enjoying the benefits of your Premium All-Inclusive package.

After breakfast, stop at Viviers, from where you can opt for an excursion to the Ardeche Gorges and scenic lavender fields, re-joining the ship at La Voulte-sur-Rhone. Around lunchtime, you’ll make a brief stop in La Voulte-sur-Rhone before continuing your voyage back to Lyon in the afternoon and overnight. Day Eight – Lyon, France Say farewell to A-ROSA STELLA, the crew and your fellow passengers as you disembark and transfer to the airport for your journey home.

New itinerary for 2025

Arles, France

Tournon, France

Chalon-sur-Saône

The Rhô ne

The Sa ône

Tournus Mâcon

Lyon

France

Viviers Chateuaxneuf-du-Pape

La Voulte-sur-Rhône The Rhône

Ardeche Gorge

Avignon Arles

Lyon, France

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The Beautiful Seine Valley The Seine is a great, meandering artery that winds its lazy way from one of the world’s great cities through some of the most enticing, bucolic countryside of all of France. It continues on a 480-mile journey that takes it from the country’s southeast corner to the river’s estuary at Le Havre. Sit back and enjoy a holiday spent gently sailing through a pastoral, richly forested region that is dotted

with idyllic towns and villages, ancient ruins and historic cities, including the restored medieval gem of Rouen and Giverny-gateway, Vernon. Discover a land of cidre, calvados and ripe, soft cheeses, and of course crown it all with an exploration of France’s glorious capital.

France’s most famous river, synonymous with the country’s glorious capital, is a gateway to the ‘City of Light’ and Normandy’s stunning scenery. Paris, France

Selected ports of call Caudebec-en-Caux, France

Rouen, France

Set beneath the engineering marvel of the Pont de Bretonne, Caudebec, with its cathedral and 13th-century Knights Templars’ house, is a gateway to the Normandy coast and pretty, Impressionists’ retreat Honfleur that you’ll visit on an included excursion.

The lovingly restored capital of Upper Normandy is a true delight. Step ashore to explore the city, with its poignant place du Vieux-Marché, the site of Saint Joan’s martyrdom, its famous onehanded mechanical clock, the Gros Horloge, and its truly stunning Gothic cathedral, featured in many of Claude Monet’s most famous works.

Les Andelys, France

Vernon, France

Seen from the Seine, Les Andelys is a striking sight, and instantly transports you back to a time when power depended upon command of the river from above.

With its medieval, half-timbered buildings clustered beneath the surviving round tower of its once-formidable castle, and with its streets lined with cafés and colourful shops, Vernon is a delight. Its proximity to artist Claude Monet’s world-famous gardens at Giverny, makes it an even more popular port of call.

Paris, France One of the world’s best-loved cities, the glorious ‘City of Light’ outranks any other Seine ports of call by some distance. With the fabled sights – including the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, the Arc de Triomphe and Sacré-Cœur – museums and storied galleries, and of course, vibrant café-life and irrepressible joie de vivre, it’s no wonder that Paris is always on top of peoples’ wish-lists.

Rouen, France

Normandy, France

Les Andelys, France

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Vernon, France

This wonderful week-long journey aboard sleek A-ROSA VIVA begins and ends in Paris, first sailing downstream to beautifully restored Rouen, the ‘Joan of Arc’ city, with its Gros Horloge mechanical clock and stunning Gothic cathedral. A call at tranquil Caudebec-en-Caux, dwarfed by its futuristic bridge, follows with an included excursion to the artists’ retreat, Honfleur and elegant Deauville on the Normandy coast and the chance to spend the evening ashore. A morning in tiny Les Andelys with an included walking tour among the ruins of ancient Château Gaillard, and an afternoon in pretty Vernon, with an option to visit Claude Monet’s beloved house and garden at Giverny, is followed by a day spent cruising back towards the French capital. Make the most of life aboard your delightful vessel, enjoying the sun deck and SPA-ROSA, then spend a last day and night in glorious Paris, where an optional tour brings to life the ‘City of Light’ – the final highlight of your wonderful A-ROSA cruise.

Day One – Depart Paris, France Travel to Paris (by air or rail) then head to St Denis, in the north of the city, where A-ROSA VIVA awaits, ready to get underway as evening falls. Days Two and Three – Rouen, France A-ROSA VIVA will head downriver to Rouen, arriving mid-afternoon. Enjoy the stunning medieval centre of the city, and discover the Place du Vieux-Marche, where Joan of Arc was burnt to death, the ornate one-handed clockface of the Gros Horloge and the city’s stunning Gothic cathedral. A-ROSA VIVA will spend the night and most of the following day here, leaving you plenty of time to explore the city’s sights, cafés and bars. Day Four – Caudebec, Honfleur and Deauville, France This morning, you’ll wake to find your river cruiser docked in Caudebec-en-Caux and the elegant, modern curve of the Pont de Brottonne dominating the view. An excursion to Honfleur at the mouth of the Seine is included, which also takes in stylish Deauville on the Normandy coastline and a Calvados tasting. A-ROSA VIVA will spend the evening in Caudebec, giving you the freedom to spend a leisurely night exploring and perhaps enjoying a glass ashore with the locals before returning to the ship. Day Five – Les Andelys and Vernon, France After a morning cruising along the Seine, you’ll arrive in the tiny town of Les Andelys. It’s a winding walk up to the hill-top remains of Chateau Gaillard, built by Richard the Lionheart as part of his attempts to secure control of Normandy in 1196, which tower above the town, the river and the

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Includes return flights and transfers to the ship. Available 9 May, 27 Jun, 12 Sep 2024, 10 Apr, 12 Jun & 11 Sep 2025 On-board A-ROSA VIVA (2024) or A-ROSA ALEA (2025) Flying from • Bristol £1,955 • Edinburgh £2,045 • Gatwick £1,935 • Glasgow £1,975 • Leeds/Bradford £1,975

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Cruise highlights & inclusions

Rouen, France

• Embark A-ROSA VIVA (2024) or A-ROSA ALEA (2025) in the French capital with an overnight stay • Overnight stay in Rouen, the ‘Joan of Arc’ city • Visit to Caudebec-en-Caux, with an included tour to Honfleur and Deauville • A morning call in Les Andelys with an included walking tour • An overnight stay in Vernon, with an optional visit to Monet’s House and Gardens at Giverny • Seven nights’ Premium All-Inclusive cruise aboard A-ROSA VIVA, in your chosen cabin, on a full-board basis, with on-board entertainment and activities • FREE unlimited Premium All-Inclusive drinks package, including water, soft drinks, speciality teas and coffees, beer, wine, spirits and cocktails throughout the day and evening • FREE Wi-Fi and drinks service on board • Return flights from the UK • Included transfers to/from the ship

Monet’s Garden, France

surrounding countryside - the views are worth the effort. Enjoy a morning walking tour at Les Andelys before cruising downstream to Vernon, where you’ll spend the afternoon strolling streets lined with medieval half-timbered buildings, cafés and colourful shops, or take a trip to Monet’s gorgeous gardens at Giverny, which lie just a mile or so away on the opposite bank. Late tonight, A-ROSA VIVA will leave Vernon behind to begin the final leg of your cruise back to Paris, arriving early the following evening. Days Six and Seven – Paris, France The French capital is a city of romance, sights and hidden secrets. From the art of the Louvre to the history of Versailles, and from the shopping of the Galeries Lafayette to the sophistication of the Café de Flore, ‘la vie Parisienne’ gives every aspect of the city a unique and elegant air. If this is your first time in the city (and even if it’s not) why not join our optional tour of the city’s world-famous sights, then explore under your own steam? The fascinating, café-lined streets of the Latin Quarter are the perfect place to enjoy a meal or relax with a drink as you watch the world go by. Day Eight – Paris, France Say goodbye to all your new-found friends on board as you transfer to the airport or Gare du Nord for your journey home.

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A-ROSA ALEA

New ship for 2025 - A-ROSA ALEA

Smaller than other river vessels, A-ROSA ALEA will operate all 2025 sailings and start and end its Seine cruise in the heart of Paris, close to the major attractions. The 2025 itinerary cruises to Le Havre, rather than Caudebec en Caux.

Caudebec-en-Caux Honfleur

Rouen Les Andelys Vernon The Sei ne

Paris

France

Les Andelys, France

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Celebrate the festive season A very Merry Christmas

Set sail for some of the world’s oldest and largest Christmas markets around Europe. Aglow with twinkling lights, packed with wooden stalls and heady with the aromas of gingerbread and glühwein, these enchanting markets promise an incredibly festive atmosphere. Your ship will dock at different ports, where you can wander into the heart of enchanting old towns, pausing to take in the cobbled streets embellished with decorations.

Guided tours allow you to witness each city’s major landmarks, and ample time spent amongst the assortment of Christmas markets means you can shop at your leisure. Back on board, you’ll have full use of the dining and leisure facilities, as well as an exciting programme of evening entertainment and activities. Spend a relaxing Christmas away from the usual chores on a wonderful cruise on the Rhine, with Christmas Eve in ancient Speyer, with its magnificent cathedral and Christmas Day the Alcasian capital, Strasbourg.

The ‘most wonderful time of the year’ is celebrated in great style aboard A-ROSA’s two river cruise vessels, as they take in some glittering cities dressed in their festive finery. Strasbourg, France

Christmas Market, Vienna

Koblenz, Germany

Christmas Market, Vienna

...plus visit some charming cities Selected ports of call Vienna, Austria

Rüdesheim, Germany

Strasbourg, France

Koblenz, Germany

The Christmas markets in Vienna date back to the Middle Ages and are still thriving today. Be inspired at the markets by the Belvedere Palace, the City Hall and Schonbrunn Palace. Alsace capital, Strasbourg, with its maze of narrow streets, is home to France’s oldest Christmas markets, dating back to 1570.

Mainz, Germany

Experience the festive ambiance in quaint Rüdesheim, with music from the bars in the Drosselgasse, wonderful markets and beautiful twinkly riverscapes. Located at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle Rivers and flanked by the imposing Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, Koblenz is a joy to explore at Christmas.

Known for its half-timbered houses and medieval squares, Mainz looks even more spectacular in the festive season, with Christmas markets set around its 10th-century cathedral.

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Danube Christmas Markets Experience the Christmas spirit on a Premium All-Inclusive A-ROSA Danube river cruise. Admire festive Vienna and cosmopolitan Linz.

Christmas Market, Vienna

Get your Christmas off to a flying start by joining this wonderful cruise, taking in the glorious scenery of the ‘Blue’ Danube, and including an afternoon and evening in Imperial Vienna, a call in Slovakia’s Baroque capital, Bratislava and another in cosmopolitan Linz, the home of the delicious Linzertorte (a traditional Austrian pastry). Board A-ROSA DONNA in Engelhartszell, cruising to Vienna, the elegant ‘Home of the Waltz’ and one of Europe’s most celebrated festive cities. An introductory city tour will bring to life the city of ‘coffee and cake’, with plenty of time to visit the famous Christmas markets. An overnight cruise brings you to the equally festive Bratislava, with its palaces and colourful markets before a last call is made in historic, colourful Linz, where the evening can be spent aboard or ashore before you return to Engelhartszell.

Day One – Depart Engelhartszell, Austria Fly to Munich, then board your included transfer and cross the Austrian border to Engelhartszell where your contemporary A-ROSA vessel will be waiting, ready to get underway this afternoon. Day Two – Vienna, Austria After a morning of cruising, head eastwards down the Danube, the A-ROSA DONNA will arrive in Vienna. Discover the city’s Baroque palaces, historic churches and museums, elegant shopping arcades and pleasant open spaces on an included tour, then head out to explore. Stroll streets adorned with festive lights, browse the stalls of the city’s Christmas markets searching for that perfect gift or settle into the elegant warmth of one of the many historic Viennese coffee houses. One of the most famous markets is in the shadow of Schonbrunn Palace. This magnificent building was an Imperial summer home, and once echoed with the music of the young Mozart. In the run-up to Christmas, the great courtyard is home to a colourful Christkindlmarkt offering still more festive gifts and treats. Day Three – Bratislava, Slovakia This morning, you’ll visit Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, a city transformed with festive lights and markets. Head for the Main Square and Hviezdoslavovo Square, where you’ll find mulled wine, arts, crafts, candles, woollens and additional ideas for charming Christmas presents back home. The other market is in front of Bratislava Castle, which looks imperiously over this attractive

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Cruise highlights & inclusions

Christmas Market, Vienna

• Board A-ROSA DONNA in Engelhartszell (for 2025 departures, embark and disembark in Passau) • Included city tour of Vienna • Time to explore the Austrian capital and its Christmas markets • Call at cosmopolitan Linz • Enjoy special festive meals and atmosphere on board ship • Four nights’ Premium All-Inclusive cruise aboard A-ROSA DONNA, in your chosen cabin, on a full-board basis, with on-board entertainment and activities • FREE unlimited Premium All-Inclusive drinks package, including water, soft drinks, speciality teas and coffees, beer, wine, spirits and cocktails throughout the day and evening • FREE Wi-Fi and drinks room service on board • Return flights from the UK • Included transfers to/from the ship

Schönbrunn Palace, Austria

city. After lunch on board the A-ROSA DONNA, you’ll sail northbound towards the culturally-rich city of Linz. Day Four – Linz, Austria You’ll arrive in Linz this afternoon. Stroll through the picturesque Christmas market on Hauptplatz, the city’s main square, stop for coffee and cake, or ride the Postlingbergbahn mountain tramway to the top of the small mountain that dominates the north of the city. Explore, relax and enjoy all the choices on offer before A-ROSA DONNA departs just before midnight. Day Five – Engelhartszell, Austria Say goodbye to A-ROSA DONNA and your new friends as you disembark in Engelhartszell, and transfer to the airport for your flight home.

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Did you know that 4.6 million visits to Vienna’s Christmas markets are made by people living in Vienna? With a population of only 1.8 million people, the Viennese people must really enjoy the Yuletide markets.

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Christmas Market, Bratislava

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Rhine Christmas Markets Enjoy the choice and comfort of a Premium All-Inclusive A-ROSA package on this wonderfully festive cruise along the Rhine.

Christmas Market, Strasbourg

This magical cruise, which begins and ends in Cologne includes calls at a trio of great cities bursting with festive atmosphere. Spend the day in Germersheim from where you can visit the Rhineland city, Speyer on an included excursion and discover the delightful atmosphere of Alsace capital, Strasbourg, which has been famed for its Christmas markets for 400 years. Returning downstream to Mainz, with its great cathedral and Gutenberg Museum, as well as the opportunity to visit its stylish Christmas market in the cathedral’s shadow. Spend a few hours in Koblenz before enjoying a final night of celebration, A-ROSA-style, as the ship makes her way back to Cologne.

Day One – Depart Cologne, Germany Fly to Germany and head down to the banks of the Rhine, where your A-ROSA river cruise ship waits, close to Cologne, ready to get underway this afternoon. Day Two – Rudesheim, Germany You’ll spend the second day of your Christmas cruise in the centre of Rhine Romanticism, which once inspired poets and musicians. For example, Brahms composed his third symphony in Rüdesheim. In cultural terms, the most famous place of the Rheingau has a lot to show, including historic noble courts and fortifications. And of course, on this day of your Christmas cruise on the Rhine, the coffee speciality ‘rüdesheimer kaffee’, invented here, shouldn’t be missed. Day Three – Germersheim/Speyer, Germany Welcome to the Upper Rhine. Germersheim is only about 20 km from the city of Speyer, which is over 2,000 years old. Speyer is Germany’s oldest planned medieval town. Speyer’s most prominent monument is its cathedral. As one of the country’s most important High Romanesque cathedrals, it’s listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy an included guided excursion in Speyer today. Day Four – Strasbourg, France You’ll arrive in Strasbourg before breakfast, and have the day to explore this beautiful city. Marvel at the city’s soaring Gothic cathedral, stroll through the winding alleys of the Petite France quarter past lovely half-timbered houses, and browse the festive stalls of its famous Christmas market.

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Cruise highlights & inclusions

Christmas Market, Rouen

• Embark A-ROSA SILVA in Cologne • Sail south through the UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge • Visit Strasbourg, home to France’s oldest Christmas market • An included excursion to Speyer • Five nights’ Premium All-Inclusive cruise aboard A-ROSA SILVA, in your chosen cabin, on a full-board basis, with on-board entertainment and activities • FREE unlimited Premium All-Inclusive drinks package, including water, soft drinks, speciality teas and coffees, beer, wine, spirits and cocktails throughout the day and evening • FREE Wi-Fi and drinks room service on board • Return flights from the UK • Included transfers to/from the ship

Festive Gifts, Christmas Market

Day Five – Mainz Lorelei Gorge and Koblenz, Germany Arrive early morning in Mainz, the capital of the Rhineland-Palatinate, once the site of a Roman border fort, and the city where Johannes Gutenburg set up his first printing press in the 1450s. Explore the 100-or-so stalls of the city’s Christmas market on the Domplatz. The illuminated and decorated Mainz Cathedral will surely enchant you. Your A-ROSA ship cruises through the scenic Lorelei Valley in the afternoon, arriving in Koblenz at 6.30pm. You then have the evening to walk ashore and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere and markets in the delightful old town – a wonderful end to your festive journey. Day Six – Cologne, Germany Say goodbye to all your new-found friends this morning, as you transfer to the airport or railway station for your journey home.

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Strasbourg Christmas markets are so magical and exciting, We enjoyed some mulled wine whilst browsing the markets, as well as a really tranquil cruise to get to them! Bev

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Christmas on the Rhine Celebrate Christmas along the Rhine, calling at pretty German riverside port cities, illuminated by glittering lights and decked with traditional decorations.

Christmas Market, Strasbourg

Step aboard a Premium All-Inclusive cruise for a magical fivenight journey along one of Europe’s most enchanting rivers. Embrace a schedule of festive on-board activities, indulge in gourmet buffets, sip cocktails in cosy lounge bars, and escape the winter’s chill for treatments in the spa. Travelling along a southern stretch of the Rhine, you’ll stop off in picturesque Rüdesheim, spend a special Christmas Eve in the ancient city of Speyer, with its UNESCO-listed cathedral, and an unforgettable Christmas in Strasbourg, complete with a guided walking tour. Time will also be enjoyed in medieval Mainz and old-world Koblenz, where you’ll embark on an atmospheric evening walking tour. Finally, you’ll glide through the spectacular Loreley Valley before you return to the cathedral city of Cologne.

Day One – Depart Cologne, Germany You can start your journey by acquainting yourself with the cathedral city of Cologne, which boasts a multitude of remarkable structures, enticing attractions and festive Christmas markets before boarding A-ROSA AQUA. To fully immerse yourself, consider arriving a day ahead of your cruise, or perhaps extending your stay after the cruise concludes. Day Two – Rüdesheim, Germany Today, you’ll find yourself in the heart of Rhine Romanticism, Rüdesheim, a source of inspiration for poets and musicians. Notably, Johannes Brahms composed his renowned third symphony in this enchanting town. From a cultural perspective, the Rheingau region’s most celebrated destination abounds with treasures, from historic aristocratic estates to ancient forts. Take to the winding lanes of the old town by foot, heading to one of Germany’s most well-known streets, Drosselgasse. This avenue is fringed by lively bars, wine taverns and cafés. Why not sample the coffee speciality, Rüdesheimer Kaffee, which was invented here? You’ll also have time to explore the Christmas markets before they close for Christmas. Day Three – Germersheim, Germany (Speyer) Christmas Eve will be celebrated in Germersheim, situated near the ancient city of Speyer, which boasts a history spanning over 2,000 years. Its crowning jewel is the magnificent cathedral, a showcase of High

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Cruise highlights & inclusions

Christmas Market, Rouen

• Embark A-ROSA AQUA in Cologne • Experience six ports of call • Wander around the Christmas markets of Cologne • Discover charming Rüdesheim • Spend Christmas Eve in Speyer, with its cathedral, and enjoy a guided walking tour around Speyer and entrance to Speyer Cathedral • Celebrate Christmas day in Strasbourg, perhaps watching mass in the world-famous cathedral • Visit Mainz with its medieval buildings and sail through the dramatic Loreley Valley • Venture on an evening walking tour of Koblenz, taking in the sights by night • FREE unlimited Premium All-Inclusive drinks package, including water, soft drinks, speciality teas and coffees, beer, wine, spirits and cocktails throughout the day and evening • FREE Wi-Fi and drinks room service on board • Return flights from the UK • Included transfers to/from the ship

Festive Gifts, Christmas Market

Romanesque architecture and one of Germany’s most celebrated cathedrals, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll also head off on an included guided tour, learning about the city’s historic and architectural treasures as you explore, as well as enter the cathedral to observe its striking interior. Day Four – Strasbourg (Kehl), France, Germany Your cruise along the Rhine will bring you to the lively city of Strasbourg on Christmas day. This city enchants with its collection of medieval half-timbered houses and grand city palaces. A true stand-out is the Strasbourg Cathedral, offering a breathtaking vista from its observation deck, where the half-timbered houses resemble a model railway landscape. You can also cross Rhine Bridge, where you’ll be half in Germany (Kehl), and half in France (Strasbourg). Embrace today in this French part of the Rhine, meandering around at your own pace and perhaps attending Christmas mass in the cathedral. This evening, you can enjoy some festive musical entertainment in the cruise lounge with a guest artist. Day Five – Mainz and Koblenz, Germany The itinerary for Boxing Day features two beautiful stops. Your first call will be Mainz, a delightful city, home to half-timbered houses and sprawling medieval market squares. Experience the laid-back lifestyle of the residents as you stroll around one of Germany’s oldest cities, seeking out the

Marktbrunnen, a striking Renaissance fountain and the Romanesque Mainz Cathedral. In the afternoon, you’ll pass through the dramatic Loreley Valley before arriving at the next destination, Koblenz, another enthralling city with over 2,000 years of history. Venture along its labyrinth of cobbled streets, observing the stately town houses, castles and former historic courts along the way. From the A-ROSA AQUA ship, you can also see the famous Deutsches Eck, a promontory where the Mosel River joins the Rhine. As you’ll be here after the sun has set, you’ll join an included evening walking tour through the old town. During this, you’ll pass the Kaiser Wilhelm Monument, the Schängelbrunnen and the Romanesque churches of St. Kastor and Liebfrauenkirche. Day Six – Cologne, Germany As your cruise comes to an end in Cologne, consider making the most of your day before journeying home back to the UK.

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Optional shore excursions In addition to the city tours and guided walks included with each cruise holiday, several optional shore excursions are bookable aboard the ship. Choose from a selection of excursions to places of interest close to each port of call and some exciting experiences that will add immeasurably to the enjoyment of your holiday.

The festive season Available on the Rhine Christmas Markets cruise, Rhine Christmas cruise and New Year on the Rhine • Christmastime in Strasbourg – Visit France’s oldest festive market.

• City Walk in Mainz – Discover the historic treasures, including St. Martin’s Cathedral and the university.

Available on the Danube Christmas Markets cruise • Schönbrunn Christmas Market – Festive fun at the glorious Habsburg Palace. Heidelberg Christmas Market, Germany

• Linz City Tour – The cosmopolitan home of the ‘Linzertorte’ revealed. Strasbourg, France

The Blue Danube

Shrine of Our Lady of Remedies, Portugal

• Esztergom and the Danube Bend – Visit the idyllic artists’ haven, Szentendre. • Bratislava City Tour – Discover Slovakia’s Baroque capital. • Budapest – A trip to the market with our head chef. • Pecs – The Mediterranean city of Hungary. • Experience Belgrade – Explore Serbia’s capital, including

beautiful Kalemegdan Park and the imposing fortress. • Beautiful Novi Sad – Stroll through narrow lanes, admiring the ancient churches and architecture. • Melk Abbey Guided Tour – Discover this masterpiece of art, culture, nature, faith and science, founded in 1089.

The Romantic Rhine & Moselle

Strasbourg, France

• Strasbourg City Tour – Explore the picture-book heart of the Alsace capital. • Basel City Tour – The elegant Swiss gateway city unveiled. • Colmar – Discover the captivating medieval architecture of this delightful town. • Breisach – Enjoy a city walk and visit to a famous Champagne cellar.

The Golden River Douro

Camargue Wild Horses, France

• Guimarães – Explore Portugal’s former capital. • Lamego’s Stairway to Heaven – Climb – or descend – the steps of the famous shrine. • Castel Rodrigo – Explore one of Portugal’s most historic villages.

• Antwerp City Tour – Explore the city of diamonds. • Rotterdam – Architecture and innovation tour. • Speyer – Discover 2,000 years of history. • Amsterdam – Visit the famous Royal Zoo.

• Casa de Mateus – Magical gardens, a fairy-tale mansion, and some famous wine. • Porto City Tour – A visit to a port wine cellar and a tasting. • Grape Harvest Festival at the Quinta Avessada – The excursion takes place in the early autumn for the harvest.

The Sun-kissed Rhône & Saône • Cluny Cloister – Visit the ruins of the once-vast church. • Beaune – Uncork the heart of the Burgundy wine region.

Schönbrunn Palace, Austria Monet’s Gardens - Giverny

The Beautiful Seine

• Chateau Vascoeuil – Visit a classic house and gardens. • Monet’s Gardens – Enjoy the artists’ world-famous Normandy home and inspiration.

• The Pont du Gard – Marvel at Roman ingenuity. • The Camargue – See wild horses and gardiens herdsmen.

• Paris city tour – Visit the famous sights from the Louvre to the Eiffel Tower, plus undiscovered Paris. • Rouen City walk – A guided tour of the city of 100 churches, including stunning Notre Dame Cathedral.

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A-ROSA DONNA | A-ROSA BELLA

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08 Shuffleboard 09 Putting green 10 Grill station 11 Restaurant outdoor area 12 Day lounge/Market restaurant 13 Café/bar

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15.5 m² / Deck 1

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14 Lobby 15 Reception 16 Massage/Beauty 17 Finnish sauna 18 Organic sauna 19 Changing rooms 20 Massage showers

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2-bed outside cabin, Juliette balcony 16 m² / Deck 3

Cabins have fixed twin beds that cannot be separated. The windows can only be opened in the cabin category of 2-bed outside cabin C with Juliette balcony.

A-ROSA SENA

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01 Wheelhouse 02 Swimming pool & kids‘ pool with recliners and awnings 03 Light dome 04 Stairs 05 Mobile Bar

2-bed outside cabin 21 m²/ Deck 2

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06 Activity area 07 Sunbeds & umbrellas 08 Shower 09 Outdoor restaurant 10 Garden restaurant 11 Buffets and live cooking 12 Steakhouse

13 Onboard shop 14 Reception 15 Loungebar 16 Winebar 17 Stage/dance floor 18 Outdoor lounge 19 Lounge

2-bed outside cabin 21 m²/Deck 3

20 Entrance 21 Kids‘ Club 22 Jacuzzi 23 Massage/beauty 24 Relaxation area 25 Sauna 26 Gym

2-bed family cabin 28 m²/ Deck 1

27 Lift *cabins for persons with limitied mobility

2-bed balcony suite 26 m²/Deck 4

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A-ROSA SILVA | A-ROSA FLORA

Ship specifications Shipyard: Neptun Werft GmbH, Warnemünde | Passengers: SILVA max. 186 guests; FLORA max. 183 guests | Cabins: SILVA 89 outside cabins per ship, 4 junior suites, 2 balcony suites; FLORA 83 outside cabins per ship, 7 junior suites, 4 balcony suites, 2 family cabins | Flag: Germany | Length: 135 m | Width: 11.4 m | Speed: max. 22 km/h | Power: 4 x 331 kW/a total of 1,800 hp | Year of construction: 2012 A-ROSA SILVA; 2014 A-ROSA FLORA Deck 4 11 10

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01 Wheelhouse 02 P‘tit bar 03 Grill buffet/Drinks and beverages buffet 04 Stairs

2-bed outside cabin 14.5 m² / Deck 1

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05 Outdoor Restaurant 06 Pool 07 Shower 08 Recliners 09 Giant chess board

10 Putting green 11 Shuffleboard 12 Lounge 13 Bar 14 Wine bar/Day lounge

2-bed outside cabin 14.5 m² / Deck 1

Cabin grades G, E & F are only available on request.

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15 Buffets and live cooking 16 Market restaurant 17 Shop 18 Reception 19 Lobby

-bed outside cabin, 2 with Juliette balcony 14.5 m² / Deck 2

20 Toilets 21 Organic sauna 22 SPA relaxation area 23 Massage/Beauty 24 Gym

-bed outside cabin, 2 with Juliette balcony 14.5 m² / Deck 3

Cabins have fixed twin beds that cannot be separated. The windows can only be opened in the cabin categories of 2-bed outside cabin C & D with Juliette balcony.

A-ROSA AQUA | A-ROSA VIVA

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01 Wheelhouse 02 Recliners and awnings 03 Light dome 04 Stairs 05 Giant chess board 06 Shower

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-bed outside cabin, 2 with Juliette balcony 14.5 m² / Deck 2

25 Bar (indoor/outdoor) 26 Restaurant outdoor area 27 Wine bar 28 Reception 29 Shop 30 Toilets

-bed outside cabin, 2 with Juliette balcony 14.5 m² / Deck 3

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A-ROSA ALVA

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01 Wheelhouse 02 Outdoor shower 03 Swimming pool 04 Outdoor restaurant with awnings

2-bed outside cabin 12 m² / Deck 1

05 Putting green 06 Lounge outdoor area 07 Lounge 08 Stage/Dance floor 09 Bar

10 Onboard shop 11 Reception 12 Market restaurant 13 Gym 14 Massage

2-bed outside cabin 12 m² / Deck 1

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15 SPA relaxation area 16 Sauna 17 Stairs 18 Lift

2-bed outside cabin, with drop down panorama window 14 m² / Deck 2

2-bed outside cabin, with drop down panorama window 14 m² / Deck 3

Cabins have fixed twin beds that cannot be separated. The windows can only be opened in the cabin categories of 2-bed outside cabin C & D with drop-down panorama windows.

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11 Grill buffet 12 Lounge 13 Day lounge/Wine bar 14 Buffet 15 Market restaurant

2-bed outside cabin 14.5 m² / Deck 1

16 Reception 17 Lobby 18 Dance floor/Stage 19 Bar 20 Massage/Beauty

-bed outside cabin, 2 with Juliette balcony 14.5 m² / Deck 2

21 Gym 22 Steam sauna/ Organic sauna 23 Finnish sauna 24 Relaxation room

-bed outside cabin, 2 with Juliette balcony 15 m² / Deck 3

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A-ROSA CLEA | A-ROSA ALEA

01 Wheelhouse 02 Whirlpool 03 Recliners & awnings 04 Stairs

2-bed outside cabin 14 m² / Deck 1

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09 Lobby 10 Lounge outdoor area 11 Day lounge with drink station

2-bed outside cabin 14 m² / Deck 1

12 Market restaurant 13 Gym 14 Toilets 15 Lift

-bed outside cabin, 2 with Juliette balcony 15 m² / Deck 2

-bed outside cabin, 2 with Juliette balcony 15 m² / Deck 3

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2 Bed Junior Suite with Juliette Balcony grade E is only available on request. Book online: newmarketholidays.co.uk

Cabins have fixed twin beds that cannot be separated. The windows can only be opened in the cabin category of 2-bed outside cabin C and D with Juliette balcony.

your ABC of on-board information

Douro River, Porto

Announcements

Loudspeaker announcements can be heard on deck and in the cabins (via on-board TV) and are mainly made prior to shore excursions and important events and for special points of interest along the river. Please Note: All announcements can also be heard in other languages as these are international ships with international guests.

Bars

Each of the A-ROSA ships offers an indoor bar/lounge bar and outdoor bar and lounge. The locations of these will differ from vessel to vessel (see individual deck plans) and the provision of the outdoor facilities is weather-dependent. Opening hours will be found in the daily programme in your cabin.

Bathrobes

Bathrobes are available upon request and available from reception (a small deposit applies).

Bicycles/Biking

Daily Programme

Will be placed in the public areas and on your TV in your cabin.

Deckchairs

On the sun deck, you’ll find deckchairs and a sun canopy. In the interest of all passengers, please don’t reserve deckchairs. Woollen blankets for cooler weather on deck can be found in your cabin.

Disabled Guests and Guests in Need of Assistance

All ships have stairs and not all are equipped with passenger lifts. Therefore, not all ships are suitable for passengers with restricted mobility. A-ROSA ALVA and A-ROSA SENA are fitted with passenger lifts.

Doctor

Although there are no medical facilities aboard ship, medical treatment is available at each port of call.

For more information on the cycling excursions, please contact the on-board SPA-ROSA department or ask at reception. Free use of on-board E-bikes are subject to availability and only available in selected ports.

Drinking Water

Clothing

Almost all ports of call are starting points for interesting shore excursions. For more information, please see page 58-59. Please also make use of the on-board information event on the first evening (embarkation day): bookings can be made on board. A-ROSA is only acting as an agent for the excursions offered. The local agencies will act as tour operators to organise and accompany the excursions.

On-board and during the shore excursions, you can wear what you like. Dress code is comfortable and casual. Please remember to bring warmer clothes for the evenings out on deck. For the shore excursions, we recommend you bring sturdy shoes. For the restaurant, we recommend smart casual dress.

Concierge Service

Our reception team will be available to fulfil your individual requirements (e.g. reservation of tickets for cultural experiences or special excursions, organisation of transfers). We’re available 24 hours for any request.

Connecting Doors

On A-ROSA AQUA, VIVA, FLORA and SILVA, every deck has at least two cabins with connecting doors and on A-ROSA SENA on deck 3. These can also be used as family cabins.

Customs Tariff Regulations

Please observe the valid customs tariff regulations when importing and exporting goods and foreign currencies.

The water on board is drinkable.

Excursions

Please Note: All excursions are subject to minimum and maximum numbers.

Going Ashore

In the EU, you can leave the ship as soon as we dock. In non-EU countries, you can only leave the ship after permission is granted by the local authorities. In your own interest, we request that you are back on board no later than 30 minutes before we cast off. The docking times may change at short notice. Please pay attention to announcements and information in the daily programme. Please pick up your shore pass from the front desk before going ashore. After returning on board, please hand the

pass back to the reception. The shore passes are used to check whether all guests are back on board.

Hairdryers

A hairdryer can be found in your cabin (not the bathroom) in one of the drawers near the mirror or in the wardrobe.

International Cruises

All of the cruises featured in this brochure are international and may have guests of multiple nationalities on board. All the crew are English speaking.

Itinerary

You can find the planned itinerary in the brochure. The information is subject to change. High and low water, maintenance work and waiting times at locks and bridges due to shipping traffic may result in short-notice changes to the itinerary. In rare cases of extremely high or low water or force majeure, parts of the itinerary may have to be completed by bus or train and in individual cases, overnight stays in hotels may be necessary.

Key Card

This card is your A-ROSA key and credit card. Please always carry your key with you. In case of loss, please notify the reception immediately.

Laundry

In your wardrobe, you’ll find laundry bags and order notes for our laundry service. This will be charged to your on-board account. Suite guests may enjoy the laundry service free of charge.

Methods of Payment

The on-board currency is Euros. During the cruise, you can use your on-board credit card on the ship, and this also acts as your cabin’s key card. At the end of the cruise, you can pay your final bill either in cash, debit card or with the following credit cards: American Express, MasterCard or Visa.

Money Changing

Unfortunately, there are no on-board money changing facilities. However, bureaux de change can be found in the vicinity of our docking locations.

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Church of Saint Georges, Saone River

Mooring Area

In some towns, it’s usual for the port authorities to assign several ships the same mooring area due to the large volume of shipping traffic. In such cases, the ships are moored next to each other and you may not be able to see out of your cabin properly and you may need to exit across other vessels whilst going ashore. Unfortunately, A-ROSA has no influence over this.

Premium All-Inclusive

Guests can expect soft and alcoholic drinks all day (including beer, wine, selected spirits, cocktails, soft drinks, water, speciality teas and coffee), an embarkation snack, a delicious and well-balanced breakfast station, an extensive lunch station, tea and coffee hour and an excellent dinner station in the evening (on the Douro sailings, the dinner has a served main course). Many cruises also include seasonal extras such as sandwiches or a midnight snack. All inclusive starts at check-in (normally 2pm) and ends at 9am on the last day. Outside of this is chargeable.

Pets

Pets are not allowed on board the ship.

Pool

A heated pool can be found on the sun deck of the following ships: A-ROSA ALVA, DONNA, FLORA, SILVA, STELLA and the A-ROSA SENA. A heated whirlpool can be found on the ships A-ROSA AQUA, VIVA, CLEA, ALEA and the A-ROSA SENA in the SPA outdoor area on deck 3 and the Whirlpool on A-ROSA SENA is on deck 1. You can find bath towels in your cabin.

Safe

You’ll find a safe installed in your cabin’s wardrobe, where you can store your personal valuables.

Safety

Make sure you pay attention to the safety notices in the form of information signs and announcements or safety videos.

Shop

Here you’ll find a selection from our exclusive A-ROSA collection: films, cosmetics, everyday commodities and souvenirs. The opening hours can be found in the daily programme.

Smoking

Smoking is only permitted on the outdoor deck. Please don’t throw any cigarette butts overboard, but instead dispose of them in the containers provided. Throughout the entire indoor area and in the cabins, smoking is strictly prohibited.

Sockets/Power Supply

The on-boa rd voltage is 220 V/50 Hz. A dual voltage 220/110 V socket for electrically operated razors and toothbrushes can be found in the bathroom. It’s not suitable for other electrical appliances. In the cabin, there are also several other sockets (220 V) that can be used, but please note they take European two-pin plugs, so you’ll need to bring an adaptor.

SPA-ROSA

Post

Postcards and letters can be handed in at the reception. The mail will be sent from the next port or at the end of the cruise.

Here you’ll find exercise machines, massage rooms and a relaxation area, as well as the following saunas: A-ROSA ALVA, DONNA and SENA: Organic and Finnish saunas. A-ROSA STELLA: Steam/Organic and Finnish saunas. A-ROSA AQUA, FLORA, SILVA and VIVA: An adjustable sanarium.

Reception

Special Diets

The reception is open around the clock.

Restaurant

There are no fixed table or seating arrangements and food is served buffet-style. Mealtimes can be found in the daily programme.

If you’re following a special diet, please contact your restaurant chef at the start of your trip. Please notify us of any food allergies/intolerances prior to the start of your trip.

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Sun Deck

When passing under low bridges, depending on the water level, you may sometimes be required to leave the sun deck for safety reasons. Please pay attention to the crew announcements and the information signs.

Telephone

The ships of the A-ROSA fleet are equipped with a modern GSM telephone system, which enables you to make phone calls worldwide via direct dialling. You can find information about chargers at the reception or in the on-board ABC in your cabin.

Tipping

Of course, it’s entirely at your discretion whether you wish to give tips and how much you wish to give. These should show your acknowledgement of good service. At the end of the cruise, you’ll find a tip box for the entire crew at the reception. Of course, at any time you may give the employees individual tips or pay them through your on-board account.

TV Programmes

The TV reception is via satellite. While passing through locks and on certain parts of the journey, you may experience interference with reception. There are some international channels available.

Wake-up Calls

You can program wake-up calls into your cabin telephone. You’ll find instructions on the back of the on-board ABC. Alternatively, reception will also be happy to give you a wake-up call.

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi is provided free of charge in accordance with A-ROSA’s conditions of use. You can request a login and password from reception that will be valid for the duration of your holiday. Internet reception is limited and varies by location.

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before you go Passports & Visas

You’ll need a full 10-year British passport (valid for a further six months on return to the UK). The Passport Office may be contacted on 0300 222 0000. British Citizens don’t generally require a visa to enter Europe for short visits although please refer to the detailed information on our website with regard to changes made following the UK’s exit from the European Union (EU). Citizens of other countries should contact the embassy of the country they’re travelling to for clarification. Newmarket Holidays cannot accept responsibility for entry or travel being refused due to the failure on the part of any customer to produce correct documentation.

Customers with Health Concerns

In order to advise you of any accessibility issues, it’s essential that you let us have details of any special requests you may have at the time of booking. Other than A-ROSA ALVA, ALEA, CLEA and the A-ROSA SENA, the ships don’t have a lift and they have several steps leading down to the restaurant and others leading up to the sun deck. Therefore, this holiday is unsuitable for passengers who’re totally confined to a wheelchair, and may not be suitable for passengers with restricted mobility. Collapsible wheelchairs are most suitable but can only be used for shore use and must be stored in your cabin. Electric scooters aren’t permitted. If you have suffered from a serious medical condition recently,

then you should consult with your doctor about your fitness to travel. No inoculations are required for travel within Europe, and standards of healthcare are good or excellent at all our destinations.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance can play an essential part in ensuring you enjoy peace of mind during your holiday, and appropriate cover is recommended on a Newmarket Holidays’ cruise abroad. You don’t need to purchase your travel insurance from us, but we do offer good value, comprehensive travel insurance - please call for details.

Joining Instructions

Approximately 7-14 days prior to departure, you’ll receive your final itinerary and joining instructions, provided all payments have been made. These will include details of your flights, rail timings and ship embarkation point, and will tell you anything else you need to know before you travel.

your journey Luggage

One piece of airline hold luggage per person is included in the price. Weight and dimension limits will apply and vary between airlines. We’ll send you up-to-date information about your hold and hand baggage allowance just prior to your departure. Keep your passport, important documents and medication in your hand luggage. Please note that non-rigid suitcases are easier to store within your cabin space.

Air Conditioning

All public areas of the ship are air-conditioned. Your cabin temperature can be individually adjusted. When you open the balcony door, the air circulation unit is automatically switched off.

Special Requests

We endeavour to comply with any special requests you may have by passing them through to the ship, however, we cannot guarantee that all such requests will be met, since they may be outside our control. Please note that we guarantee your cabin type as booked, and will do our best to accommodate cabin requests, but cannot guarantee a particular cabin.

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Important information Your Financial Protection

Your holiday and money are fully protected when you book with Newmarket Holidays. In line with the EC Directive on Package Travel, Newmarket Holidays offers complete financial protection for all customers through our ABTA and ATOL bonds.

Booking

Providing clear, correct information when making your booking is essential, for it is from this information that we make your reservation and our contract with you. The person to whom all correspondence, invoices and joining instructions are to be sent should be entered as the first name. It’s also their address and telephone number(s) that should be shown and it must be they who accept these Terms and Conditions before completing a booking. Other names are required by airlines, insurance companies and A-ROSA etc., so please be accurate. For overseas holidays, it’s essential that these names match those on the passports. If any member of your party, e.g. newly-weds, change their name between booking this holiday and travelling, it’s important to provide these details so that we can issue the tickets in the new name. If there is not time to amend the passport, the marriage certificate should be carried in the passport. We need to know the number of children under the age of two, and those between the ages of two and 16 who may qualify for a 10% discount if they’re sharing a room with two adults where a specific child price is not shown.

We do not accept bookings from any unaccompanied passengers under the age of 18. In order to travel aboard the ships, it is a requirement that passengers read and sign, or in the case of web bookings acknowledge that they have read, the Booking Conditions, which cover the detailed terms and conditions under which bookings are accepted. It is the passenger’s responsibility to ensure all the ship’s manifest information, including, but not limited to, full names, dates of birth, passport details, travel insurance and medical declarations are provided to the company in a timely manner. Failure to provide such information and assigned acknowledgement of our Booking Conditions could result in a delay in boarding at Embarkation or, in extreme circumstances, the permissions to board being refused.

Your itinerary

We endeavour to follow the itinerary advertised in the brochure, although please note, due to water levels on the river and circumstances beyond our control, we may need to change the order in which the itinerary is operated, our ports of call, or our day-to-day activities. On the rare occasion this happens, the ships crew will keep you fully informed.

Brochure details

All information in this brochure was correct at the time of going to print and any errors are unintentional. The availability of some services, facilities and attractions

may vary due to circumstances outside of our control, such as poor weather conditions and a change in water levels on the river, lack of demand and technical problems. We cannot predict these occurrences in advance and do not accept liability if attractions are not open or available, although we will do our best to provide alternatives.

Delays

Occasionally, flights and the ship may be delayed due to circumstances beyond our control. In such cases, we will do our utmost to help you and keep you fully informed. In the event of extended overnight delays, depending upon circumstances, we will endeavour to provide accommodation. In the case of a major delay to your homeward journey, we shall endeavour to delay the departure from the ship.

Holiday extras not booked with Newmarket Holidays

We cannot be held responsible for compensation in respect of any extras which are booked (e.g. travel insurance, transport including but not limited to flights and currency) with a third party, if we subsequently cancel your holiday for whatever reason. If you book your travel insurance with us, you would receive a full refund in this circumstance.

Booking Conditions Please Read Carefully

We want you to enjoy every minute of your A-ROSA cruise, and we’ll do our very best to try to ensure that it lives up to your expectations. We believe that our 40 years of tour operating experience, together with the reputation we have for quality and value, should give you the confidence to book with us. To give you further peace of mind, we accept your booking on the basis of our Terms and Conditions, which are designed to clarify the contractual obligations between us. Please spend some time reading them carefully, and feel free to contact us should anything be unclear.

Your Contract With Us 1 Your Booking

Your booking, once accepted and confirmed in writing to you, represents a contract between all persons named on the Booking and Newmarket Holidays Ltd (The Company). 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. The contract is based on the information given in the brochure and the terms laid out in the following Booking Conditions. This agreement is governed by English Law and jurisdiction is conferred on the Courts of England and Wales only unless, in the case of Court proceedings, you live in Scotland or Northern Ireland. In this case, proceedings must either be brought in the Courts of your home country or those of England and Wales. If proceedings are brought in Scotland or Northern Ireland, you may choose to have your contract and claim governed by the law of Scotland/ Northern Ireland as applicable (but if you don’t so choose, English law will apply). We don’t accept bookings from any unaccompanied passengers under the age of 18.

2 Your Payment

Your Confirmation of Reservation includes an invoice showing the deposit paid and the final balance due. The outstanding amount must be paid by the due date. Should we not receive payment by this date, we shall cancel your travel arrangements, in which case you could be liable to pay cancellation charges according to the scale set out in ‘Your Cancellations’ below. N.B. 1: The person making the booking with us does so in accordance with these Terms and Conditions and with the understanding that the information they provide is a requirement of the contract between us. He/she becomes directly responsible to the Company for the payment of the total holiday price and if applicable, and where appropriate, for the cancellation charges and disbursements of any funds. The person making the booking does so on behalf of all persons named on it, and is responsible for ensuring that all the Personal Data provided is accurate and for ensuring that all persons named on the booking are aware of these Terms and Conditions and consent to the person making the booking acting on their behalf in relation to this booking.

3 Your Alterations

If you wish to change any of the details of your booking, we’ll always do our best to help. We’ll, however, make amendments charges of £50 per person as a contribution to our administrative expenses, any applicable rate

changes, any costs incurred by us or imposed on us by any of our suppliers. We also reserve the right to make additional charges to cover in full any costs imposed on us by our suppliers. Only one amendment per booking can be made and 90 days or fewer before departure changes may not be approved. Charges must be paid for the amendment requested and are non-refundable should you later decide to cancel. All amendments must be notified to us in writing, by telephone or by email by the person who made the original booking. Only one change of name is permitted per booking. N.B. 2: If an amendment involves a change of name, insurance premiums are not transferable. Where any change is made to a booking involving travel by air, we reserve the right to make additional charges to cover in full any costs charged to us by our suppliers.

4 Your Cancellation

You may cancel your booking or part of it once it has been confirmed but the cancellation will only be valid if made in writing direct to the Company or by telephone to our Customer Service team and your having answered the security questions. If the cancellation results in a person travelling alone, a single room supplement is payable. The amount payable on cancellation depends upon when we receive your written instructions - the more notice you give, the less we’ll charge. The different periods before the departure date within which written instructions are received by Newmarket Holidays Ltd, and the amounts of cancellation charged in each period (shown as a percentage of the total holiday price excluding insurance premium, which is not refundable) are as follows: 90 days or more before departure Loss of deposit 71 - 89 days 30% of total price (or deposit if greater) 50 - 70 days 50% of total price (or deposit if greater) 29-49 days 75% of total price (or deposit if greater) 28 days or less 100% of total price N.B. 3: If the reason for cancellation is covered under the terms of an insurance policy, you may be able to reclaim these charges. You may cancel your booking without paying cancellation charges if the performance of your package, or the carriage of passengers to your destination, is significantly affected by unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances. In such circumstances, we’ll arrange for your booking to be terminated and for you to receive a full refund. We’ll observe advice provided by the UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office. Dates of your holiday may be changed, prior to the due date of the balance, only once and this will incur a fee. Further alteration of dates cannot be accommodated and will result in the cancellation of your holiday.

5 Your Complaints

In the unlikely event that you have problems whilst on holiday, you MUST report the matter to the on-board Passenger Services Officer IMMEDIATELY. If the matter is not then satisfactorily resolved, you must complete a written report (form available). You must then follow up any complaint in writing within 28 days of your return, including a copy of the original report form. If you fail to follow the requirement to report your complaint on

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board, we’ll have been deprived of the opportunity to investigate and rectify it and this may affect your rights under this contract. We operate a strict code of conduct, which also conforms to European regulations on package travel and take any complaints received seriously. However, in order to be fair to all concerned, complaints will be considered only where the above procedure has been followed.

6 Your Travelling Conditions

Where as part of the holiday you have booked your travel by air, land or sea, such travel will be subject to the terms and conditions of carriage of the airline, shipping, rail or coach company providing the transport. In most cases, the conditions will limit the carrier’s liability to you in accordance with international law. Should anyone be refused admission to the coach or ship, or to the destination country by the transport or government authority, then we’re powerless to assist and cannot be held responsible. This includes any passenger who fails to advise us of any medical condition or disability. If you’re prevented from travelling as a result, our responsibility for your holiday thereupon ceases. Full cancellation charges will apply and we’ll be under no obligation whatsoever for any refund, compensation or loss you may incur. Copies of the relevant parts of the Terms and Conditions are available on request.

Our Contract With You 1 Our Confirmation Of Reservation

When we have received your booking and deposit, we’ll send you a Confirmation of Reservation, which details exactly what is booked for you. From this moment, Newmarket Holidays Ltd has accepted your booking on the terms set out in this Contract.

2 The Cruise Price

Once you have booked, we guarantee to not change the price of your holiday with us.

System Errors

We try hard to ensure that advertised prices are up to date, and reflect the price you’ll pay when you book. However, prices can change and errors can occasionally occur. We reserve the right to change and correct advertised prices at any time before your booking is confirmed. In the event of your Confirmation of Reservation showing an incorrect price for your holiday, the price that will prevail is the price confirmed to us by the cruise operator, as we act as a travel agent for these bookings. Accordingly, you may not seek to rely on system errors with a view to obtaining a holiday at less than the correct price, and any contract entered into upon a mistake, such as a wrong costing due to system errors, is not valid or binding.

3 Data Protection

In order to confirm and process your booking, we need to collect Personal Data for all the people named on the booking. We reserve the right to process, store and share any and all of the information we collect with our suppliers as we deem necessary to fulfil the contract between us and to comply with national and international law. To find out more about how we use and protect your Personal Data, please visit www.newmarketholidays.co.uk/privacy

4 Our Alterations

It’s unlikely that we’ll have to make any changes to your holiday but we do plan your holiday arrangements many months in advance. Occasionally changes may be made, which we reserve the right to do at any time. Most of these changes are insignificant and we’ll advise you at the earliest possible date. Examples of insignificant changes include alteration of your outward/return flights by less than 12 hours, changes to aircraft type, change of accommodation/cabin to another of the same or higher standard, changes of carriers, cancellation of an optional excursion. A significant change is one that we make to your holiday arrangements before departure that involves changing your resort area, or time of departure or return by more than twelve hours, or offering accommodation/cabin with a lower official classification than that advertised (except the latter in the case of en route tour hotels). If a significant change becomes necessary, we’ll inform you as soon as is reasonably possible if there is time before your departure. When a significant change occurs, you’ll have the choice of either accepting the change of arrangements, purchasing another available holiday from us (we’ll refund any price difference if alternative is of lower value), or cancelling your holiday and receiving a full refund of all monies paid (we’ll also provide a full refund of your travel insurance premiums if you purchased insurance from us). When a significant change occurs, provided it does not arise from circumstances amounting to force majeure (see below), we’ll pay compensation as detailed below, based on how far ahead of departure the change is advised: Charge 15 - 28 days £10, 0 - 14 days £25 N.B. 4: We’ll not pay you compensation where the significant change is due to unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances, which means a situation beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all reasonable measures had been taken. 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.

5 Our Cancellations

We reserve the right to cancel your holiday and in this event, we’ll return to you all money you have paid to us or offer you an alternative available holiday to purchase of comparable standard. In no case, except for reasons of war etc., (see N.B. 4, above) will your holiday be cancelled after the date when your final balance becomes due.

6 Our Complaints Procedure

Newmarket Holidays Ltd is a Member of ABTA with membership number V7812. ABTA Members help holidaymakers to get the most from their travel and assist them when things do not go according to plan. We’re obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you ABTA’s scheme for the resolution of disputes, which is approved by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. We can normally agree an amicable settlement of the few complaints we receive. However, if we cannot agree, disputes arising out of, or in connection with this Contract may (if the customer so wishes) be referred to ABTA. Go to www.abta.com to use ABTA’s simple procedure. Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com. You can also access the European Commission Online Dispute (ODR) Resolution platform at http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/ odr/. This ODR platform is a means of notifying us of your complaint; it will not determine how your complaint should be resolved. Redress under this Scheme requires written notice requesting arbitration to be made within nine months of scheduled date of return from the holiday. Our liability, except in cases involving death, injury or illness, shall be limited to a maximum of three times the cost of your travel arrangements. Our liability will also be limited in accordance with and/or in an identical manner to a) The contractual terms of the companies that provide the travel services that make up your package. These terms are incorporated into this booking; and b) Any relevant international convention, for example the Montreal Convention in respect of travel by air, the Athens Convention in respect of travel by sea, the Berne Convention in respect of travel by rail and the Paris Convention in respect of the provision of accommodation, which limit the amount of and conditions under which compensation can be claimed for death, injury, delay to passengers and loss, damage and delay to luggage. We’re to be regarded as having all benefit of any limitation of the extent of or the conditions under which compensation is to be paid under these or any conventions. Under EU law (Regulation 261/2004), you have rights in some circumstances to refunds and/ or compensation from your airline in cases of denied boarding, cancellation or delay to flights. Full details will be publicised at EU airports and available from airlines. However reimbursement in such cases will not automatically entitle you to a refund of your holiday cost from us. Your right to a refund and/or compensation from us is set out in these booking conditions. If any payments to you are due from us,

any payment made to you by the airline or any other service provider will be deducted. If it is impossible to ensure your return as scheduled due to unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances, we’ll bear the cost of necessary accommodation, if possible of equivalent category, for a maximum of three nights. The limit doesn’t apply to persons with reduced mobility and any person accompanying them, pregnant women and unaccompanied minors, or persons in need of specific medical assistance, provided that you notified us of these needs at least 48 hours before the start of your holiday. N.B. 5: This entire clause does not apply to any separate contracts that you may enter into for excursions or activities whilst on holiday.

7 Our Responsibility For Your Holiday

(a) Although we have no direct control over services provided to you by independent suppliers, we accept responsibility for the reasonable standard of the holiday which you book. If any part is not provided as promised, we’ll pay you appropriate compensation if this has affected the enjoyment of your holiday. (b) We accept responsibility if you or any person named on the booking suffers bodily injury, illness or death due to the negligent acts and/or omissions of: (i) our employees or agents; or (ii) our suppliers or sub-contractors, servants or agents whilst acting within the scope or in the course of their employment to provide any service or arrangement forming part of the holiday that you have booked with us save that we do not accept responsibility for any air or sea carriers whose liabilities are limited by the relevant International Conventions. Any such claims will be subject to and dealt with in accordance with English Law, and will be subject to the jurisdiction of the Courts of England and Wales only unless, in the case of Court proceedings, you live in Scotland or Northern Ireland. In this case, proceedings must either be brought in the Courts of your home country or those of England and Wales. If proceedings are brought in Scotland or Northern Ireland, you may choose to have your contract and claim governed by the law of Scotland/ Northern Ireland as applicable (but if you don’t so choose, English law will apply). (c) We shall give you assistance in the event that you suffer illness, personal injury or death during the period of your holiday overseas arising out of an activity, which does not form part either of the holiday arrangement with us or an excursion offered through us. This assistance will include advice and guidance and, at our discretion and where appropriate, financial assistance subject to our spending a maximum amount in this regard on behalf of yourself and any other person named on the booking of £5,000 in total. (d) In the event of a claim under this clause against us by you or any person named on the booking, we reserve the right to claim in your place against the person or corporation responsible for the act, default or omission giving rise to the claim and you hereby agree to assign to us all your rights under this clause and we’ll be subrogated to those rights and you hereby agree to assist us fully in the event that we enforce the rights, which have been assigned to us or to which we are subrogated. (e) We take the safety and security of our clients extremely seriously. If the Foreign Office advises that people should not visit a particular country, then we would act on this. However, we’re sure you appreciate from press and television coverage that the political, economic and social conditions in many countries are not as stable as we are used to. Sadly crimes against both people and their property are a fact of life the world over, and when in a foreign county, it’s very important to be extra vigilant and avoid drawing attention to yourself by wearing expensive jewellery, carrying expensive camera equipment etc. Travellers have the same responsibility for their personal safety and that of their possessions, as they do at home. As situations in countries can change rapidly, we would suggest you may wish to visit the Foreign Office Travel Advice website at www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice for up to date information and advice regarding safety BEFORE BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY. Newmarket Holidays Ltd operate to many parts of the world, some of which do not conform to British health and safety standards. We request that all our hotels comply with the local regulations applicable in their country for health and safety but we cannot guarantee that these meet British standards.

8 Travel Insurance

Because of the importance of having adequate insurance cover, we make it a condition of booking on all overseas holidays that you’re covered by an insurance policy that it provides health cover, including cover for pre-existing medical conditions. If you elect not to take our insurance, you’ll be required to provide us with the alternative cover you have in place, including the name of the insurer, policy number and most importantly the telephone number of the insurer’s Emergency Assistance service. You agree to indemnify Newmarket Holidays Ltd for any costs that arise, which would otherwise have been met had Newmarket Holidays Ltd insurance been taken. Please note that, if you take out our insurance, certain claims will be subject to an excess charge and that your insurance premium will be dependent on your date of birth. We have no liability for any loss or damage to luggage in-flight or in transit. Any claims of this nature should be referred directly to your insurer.

9 Financial Protection & Repatriation

In line with the EC Directive on package travel, Newmarket Holidays Ltd offers complete financial protection for all customers. Newmarket Holidays Ltd is a fully-bonded member of ABTA - The Association of British Travel Agents (membership number V7812), ensuring both your financial protection and high standards of professionalism and reliability. Therefore, you can book and travel with Newmarket Holidays Ltd in total confidence that your money and your holiday are safe. In the unlikely event of the company failing while you’re abroad, the ABTA bond will be used to repatriate you. When you buy an ATOL-protected flight inclusive holiday from us, you’ll receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists the flight, accommodation, car hire and/or other services that are financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (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’ll be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable).

10 Passport, Visa, Immigration And Health Requirements

It’s your responsibility to check and fulfil the passport, visa, health and immigration requirements applicable to your itinerary. We can only provide general information about this. You must check requirements for your own specific circumstances with the relevant Embassies and/or Consulates and your doctor as applicable. Requirements do change and you must check the up to date position in good time before departure. You must notify us regarding next of kin details and any other important information we request before you travel. A full 10-year British passport is required for all of our holidays, and your passport must be valid for a full six months following your date of return to the UK. If you don’t hold a valid 10-year British passport, please note it can take up to 12 weeks to obtain a new one. If you or any member of your party is not a British citizen or holds a non British passport, you must check passport and visa requirements with the Embassy or Consulate of the country(ies) to or through, which you’re intending to travel. You must ensure you have the correct travel documents in your possession before departure, failing which, you’ll be liable for any costs, which you or we may incur as a result. Please note that, very occasionally, a last-minute change may entail entering an additional country. Please note children must now have their own passport. For all passport enquiries, contact the UK Passport Agency on 08705 210 410 or homeoffice.gov.uk/ agenciespublic-bodies/ips

Important Information Suppliers’ Conditions

Many of the services, which make up your holiday are provided by independent suppliers. Some of these terms and conditions may limit or exclude the suppliers’ liability to you, usually in accordance with applicable International Conventions. Copies of the relevant parts of these terms and conditions and particularly the Terms and Conditions of Carriage at Sea of the carrier providing your Cruise are available on request from ourselves.

Fitness To Travel

We strive to give all our customers full care and attention, but we do need to know at the time of booking if there are any special needs or requirements. It’s particularly important that we’re advised of any disabilities and also if you intend to bring any specialist equipment such as a wheelchair with you. Please make sure that you send in full details, quoting your Booking Reference, as soon as you receive your booking confirmation. These will be acknowledged on your Confirmation of Reservation. If you have suffered from a serious medical condition recently, then you should consult with your doctor about your fitness to travel. Please note, wheelchairs and scooters cannot be used on board.

Special Requests

We endeavour to comply with any special request you may have by passing them through to the ship; however, we cannot guarantee that all requests will be met, since they may be outside our control.

Itinerary

You’ll receive your final itinerary and journey instructions approximately 10-14 days prior to departure, provided all payments have been made.

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