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RIVER CRUISES & SMALL-SHIP CRUISING 2016 PREVIEW
CRUISES BUILT AROUND YOU
Welcome to Avalon Waterways...where you are at the heart of everything we do. Inspired by you, our ships—the youngest fleet in Europe— are designed with more inviting spaces, more spectacular panoramic views, and the largest staterooms and suites on the European waterways. All the key elements are included... plus, we offer countless opportunities for you to personalize your cruise. So, come discover Avalon for a cruise with a unique view on river cruising—yours!
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EXPERIENCE THE WORLD’S GREAT WATERWAYS Whether you’d like a romantic mini-break, an in-depth 24-day exploration, or something in between, Avalon lets you choose the cruise that’s perfect for you.
PG 32 European Splendor
FRANCE
WAV & WVA................ 13 days
PG 12 Paris to Normandy’s
PG 33 Magnificent Europe
Landing Beaches WPP.............................................. 8 days
WAB & WBA............... 15 days
PG 13 Burgundy & Provence
PG 34 Jewels of Central Europe
WCL & WLC ..............11 days
WRB & WBR..............17 or 19 days
PG 14 Grand France
PG 35 Grand Danube Cruise
WPL & WLP.................16 days
WNO & WON..........18 days
PG 15 Rhine & Rhône Revealed
PG 36 North Sea—Black Sea Cruise
WAL & WLA.................16 days
WAO & WOA........... 24 days
HOLLAND & BELGIUM
FESTIVE SEASON
PG 16 Tulips of Northern Holland
PG 37 Christmastime in
WHA .......................................... 8 days
PG 17 NEW! Essential Holland
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& Belgium WAX/WXA ....................... 8 days
PG 18 NEW! Enchanting Belgium WAN/WNA ..................... 9 days
RHINE, MOSELLE, MAIN & DANUBE PG 19 Romantic Rhine WZA & WAZ ................. 8 days
PG 20 Canals, Vineyards & Paris WRA & WAR.............. 10 days
PG 21 The Rhine & Moselle WARZ & WZRA...... 13 days
PG 22 A Taste of the Danube WBV & WVB.................. 8 days
PG 23 Danube Symphony WVP & WPV................... 9 days
PG 24 Danube Dreams WPB & WBP. 10 or 12 days
PG 25 The Legendary Danube WNB..........................................11 days
PG 26 The Blue Danube Discovery
WBN......................................... 13 days
Alsace & Germany WZF................................................5 days
PG 38 Christmas in the Heart of Germany WFN............................................. 8 days
PG 39 Christmastime on the Danube WNV & WVN................ 9 days
SOUTHEAST ASIA PG 40 Fascinating Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong River WHS & WSH.............. 13 days
PG 41 Golden Myanmar & the Alluring Irrawaddy WBK & WKB...............14 days
DETAILS PG 2 Cruises Built Around You PG 4 Avalon Choice® PG 7 Europe’s Youngest Fleet PG 10 Special Interest Cruises PG 42 The Rest of the World
PG 27 Balkan Discovery WBO & WOB........... 10 days
PG 28 Blue Danube to the Black Sea WVO & WOV............14 days
PG 29 Central European Experience WRN & WNR............. 12 days
PG 30 The Upper Rhine to the City of Music WZV........................................... 12 days
PG 31 Highlights of Germany
WPZ........................................... 13 days
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THE CHOICE IS YOURS What’s your favorite? What’s your pleasure? On an Avalon cruise, the world is your oyster, because Avalon Choice® lets you personalize your experience daily at no extra cost. Choose from virtually countless excursion, dining, and onboard options. After all, your cruise is yours! To customize your experience even further, you can go online to select and pre-purchase additional activities and excursions at www.AvalonWaterways.com/MyAvalon.
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THE AVALON WORLD BROUGHT TO LIFE Regardless of where you’re cruising, we help you discover the best of every port. Part of the Globus family of brands and backed by 88 years of experience, we’re experts at showing travelers the world. Our enriching sightseeing excursions are included in each port, led by Certified Local Guides who are actually from the area. That way, you’re sure to experience the most important sites and intrinsic charm of every city, town, and village along the way.
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DISCOVER THE OLD WORLD ON THE NEWEST SHIPS 6
Our remarkable, award-winning fleet is the youngest on the European waterways. With an average age of just three years old, every Avalon ship features the most innovative technologies, inspired designs, and highly desirable features and services. By combining popular big-ship features with outstanding personal service, an intimate setting, and our spacious Panorama Suites on 7UDYHO$JH :HVW :$9( $ZDUGV the majority of our fleet, we deliver the perfect cruise (GLWRUÖV 3LFN $ZDUG /RJR 7UHDWPHQWV
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Best New Ship
Best New Ship
Top River Cruise Lines
EUROPE’S YOUNGEST FLEET: NEW! Avalon Passionsm (2016) NEW! Avalon Imagery II® (2016)
Avalon Tapestry II® (2015) Avalon Tranquility II® (2015) Avalon Illumination® (2014) Avalon Impressionsm (2014) Avalon Poetry II® (2014) Avalon Artistry II® (2013) Avalon Expression® (2013) Avalon Visionary® (2012) Avalon Vistasm (2012) Avalon Panoramasm (2011) Avalon Felicity® (2010) Avalon Luminary® (2010) Avalon Affinity® (2009) Avalon Creativity® (2009) AVA LO N WAT E R WAY S .C O M
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LIVE THE SUITE LIFE When you first step into your Panorama Suitesm you’ll stop, look around...and smile. This is a place you can stretch out and relax. A spacious haven you can really “live” in. A home away from home. Much larger than industry standard, you’ll be mesmerized by the amazing views outside your Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window…you’ll appreciate the incredible Open-Air Balcony®...and you’ll
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love the full-size sitting area that’s perfect for quiet moments alone or a private cocktail party with new friends. Even placement of the bed is innovative! We’re the only cruise line that situates the bed facing the window— to showcase passing riverscapes as you lie in cozy comfort in your Comfort Collection Bedsm. This is a stateroom you’ll be happy to escape to…not from.
MORE WINDOWS, FEWER WALLS, BETTER VIEWS You’re not on vacation to look at walls. You want to see each and every medieval castle, quaint village, and lush terraced vineyard—and with Avalon, you do. Whether you’re in the elegant dining room, lounges, fitness center, or in the privacy of your Deluxe Stateroom or Panorama Suite, our panoramic windows usher the spectacular views right to you.
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INDULGE YOUR PASSIONS What are you passionate about? Food? Wine? History? Golf? Avalon Special Interest Cruises help you experience your destination from the perspective that interests you most—in the company of others who share your passion. Enjoy onboard presentations by subject experts, special activities, and more…at no additional cost!
ART & IMPRESSIONIST CRUISES
CULINARY CRUISES
Experience scenic northern France as you explore Paris’ Musée d’Orsay, Château d’Auvers in Auvers-sur-Oise, and Rouen’s cathedral, and attend onboard art lectures by a local art expert!
Enter a food-lover’s paradise in northern France. At a special dinner, a local chef will dazzle you with regional specialties and food preparation tips. If you participate in our “Taste of Normandy” excursion, there’ll be cider and wine tastings, a visit to a distillery, and you’ll even come away with easy-to-make recipes. Bon Appétit!
• Paris to Normandy’s Landing Beaches – pg. 12 – Departure 0712 • Grand France – pg. 14 – Departure 0712 (Seine section only)
BEER TASTING CRUISES A visit to Europe is enhanced when it includes a discovery of the regional beers! Enjoy onboard tastings, visit historic breweries, and learn about European beer-brewing techniques during fascinating onboard lectures. Prost! • Danube Dreams – pg. 24 – Departure 0330 • Essential Holland & Belgium – pg. 17 – Departure 0412 • The Blue Danube Discovery – pg. 26 – Departure 1109
• Paris to Normandy’s Landing Beaches – pg. 12 – Departure 0322 •G rand France – pg. 14 – Departure 0322 (Seine section only)
FESTIVE TIME CRUISES Experience the holiday season the European way! Enjoy the jolly atmosphere on your festively decorated ship as you delight in the sights, smells, and tastes of local customs and traditions. And on our December 19 departure of Magnificent Europe, ring in the New Year in Amsterdam. • Magnificent Europe – pg. 33 – Departure 1219 • Romantic Rhine – pg. 19 – Departure 1126, 1203 &1210 • The Legendary Danube – pg. 25 – Departure 1209 • Christmastime in Alsace & Germany – pg. 37 • Christmas in the Heart of Germany – pg. 38 • Christmastime on the Danube – pg. 39
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Dr. John in concert, Jazz in Vienne, France © Walter Popp
GOLF CRUISE Get teed up for an amazing Avalon Golf Cruise! You’ll enjoy golf outings as a local golf enthusiast arranges tee times on select courses. Non-golfers can enjoy the regular program as per our brochure text. • Danube Symphony – pg. 23 – Departure 0820
HISTORY CRUISES
• Jazz Cruise: Burgundy & Provence/Grand France (Rhône section only) – pg. 13 – Departure 0627 • Music Cruise: Magnificent Europe – pg. 33 – Departure 1028 • Opera Cruise: The Legendary Danube – pg. 25 – Departure 1028
PRESIDENT’S CRUISE Join the President of Avalon Waterways on an incredible cruise, with exclusive highlights including special excursions and a President’s Gala Dinner that is sure to please!
Take a cruise through history! These fascinating cruises give you an even richer experience as you learn the stories behind Europe’s famous sites.
• Enchanting Belgium – pg. 18 – Departure 0413
• WWI History Cruise: Enchanting Belgium – pg. 18 – Departure 0404 • European History & Politics Cruise: Blue Danube to the Black Sea – pg. 28 – Departure 0427 • Habsburg History Cruise: Danube Dreams – pg. 24 – Departure 0413
Cruise into total body wellness as you start your mornings with an exercise program on the Sky Deck (weather permitting) featuring stretching and yoga, attend helpful lectures on healthy lifestyles, and enjoy healthy but delicious dining options, crafted daily on board.
JEWISH HERITAGE CRUISE Explore sites important to Jewish history, like the world’s second-largest synagogue in Budapest, the WWII Terezin ghetto, Prague’s Jewish Museum & Cemetery, Regensburg’s Document Museum and synagogue ruins beneath Neupfarrplatz, and more. (NOTE: Kosher foods not available.) • Danube Dreams – pg. 24 – Departure 0406
MUSIC CRUISES On our Jazz Cruise, attend the annual Jazz Festival in Vienne, France. Our Music Cruise includes excursions to a classical concert in Vienna, a visit to Mozart’s Salzburg birthplace, and the countryside where “the hills are alive with the sound of music.” Our Opera Cruise features professional Canadian opera singers, who will perform on board a selection of works from the world’s most beloved operas.
WELLNESS CRUISE
• European Splendor – pg. 32 – Departure 0715
WINE APPRECIATION CRUISES Your palate will applaud as you learn what to look for in a good wine. A distinguished wine authority will teach you the ropes as you visit a wine village and attend tastings to test your newfound talent. •B urgundy & Provence – pg. 13 – Departures 0321, 1023 & 1027 • Grand France – pg. 14 – Departures 0321, 1018 & 1022 (Rhône section only) • Rhine & Rhône Revealed – pg. 15 – Departure 1022 (Rhône section only) • Canals, Vineyards & Paris – pg. 20 – Departure 1025 • The Blue Danube Discovery – pg. 26 – Departures 1030, 1102 & 1105 • Grand Danube Cruise – pg. 35 – Departures 1026 & 1028 (Budapest to Nuremberg section)
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NORMANDY BEACHES LE HAVRE CAUDEBEC ROUEN
Normandy
Seine River
FRANCE
LES ANDELYS
VERNON
GIVERNY CONFLANS
7
PARIS
Paris
PARIS TO NORMANDY’S LANDING BEACHES
PRICED FROM
$2,449 Included Features
Cruise: Deluxe 7-night cruise from Paris to Paris in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
Itinerary Day 1 Arrive in Paris, France (Embarkation). Welcome reception. (NOTE: Flights into Paris must arrive by 2:30 pm.) (D)
Day 4 Caudebec. Choice of excursions to Normandy landing beaches or “A Taste of Normandy.” (B,L,D) Day 5 Rouen. Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit the cathedral. (B,L,D) Day 6 Conflans. Choice of excursions to visit Auvers-sur-Oise or Napoleon and Josephine's Château de Malmaison. (B,L,D) Day 7 Paris. Choice of guided sightseeing or “Heart of Paris” walk. (B,L,D) Day 8 Paris (Disembarkation). Your vacation ends this morning. (B) NOTES: • D eparture 0322 is offered as an exclusive Culinary Cruise, including special lectures and tastings at no additional cost. • D eparture 0712 is offered as an exclusive Art & Impressionist Cruise, including special lectures and features at no additional cost.
Day 2 Vernon–Les Andelys. Choice of excursions to Giverny or Bizy Castle; guided walk in Les Andelys; visit the parish church of Le Grand Andelys. (B,L,D) Day 3 Caudebec. Choice of excursion along either the “Thatched Cottages” route or the “Normandy Abbeys” route. (B,L,D)
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WPP • 8 DAYS • PARIS TO PARIS Ship
Dept.#
Start Paris
Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II
0322** 0326 0329 0402 0405 0409 0412 0416 0419 0423 0426 0430 0503 0507 0510 0514
Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat
22 26 29 02 05 09 12 16 19 23 26 30 03 07 10 14
Mar Mar Mar Apr Apr Apr Apr Apr Apr Apr Apr Apr May May May May
Cruise Only Ship 2449 2549 2599 2699 2699 2849 2899 2949 2949 3049 3149 3199 3299 3349 3399 3449
Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II
Dept.#
Start Paris
0517 0521 0524 0528 0531 0604 0607 0611 0614 0618 0621 0625 0628 0702 0705 0709
Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat
17 21 24 28 31 04 07 11 14 18 21 25 28 02 05 09
May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
Cruise Only Ship 3449 3449 3449 3449 3449 3399 3399 3399 3399 3399 3399 3349 3249 3149 3149 3149
Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II
Dept.#
Start Paris
0712** 0716 0719 0723 0726 0730 0802 0806 0809 0813 0816 0820 0823 0827 0830 0903
Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat
12 16 19 23 26 30 02 06 09 13 16 20 23 27 30 03
Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep
Cruise Only Ship 3149 3149 3149 3149 3149 3149 3149 3149 3149 3149 3149 3149 3249 3349 3399 3499
Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II Creativity Tapestry II
Dept.#
Start Paris
0906 0910 0913 0917 0920 0924 0927 1001 1004 1008 1011 1015 1018 1022 1025 1029
Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat
06 10 13 17 20 24 27 01 04 08 11 15 18 22 25 29
Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct
Cruise Only 3499 3499 3499 3499 3499 3499 3449 3399 3249 3199 3149 3049 2949 2849 2749 2599
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. **Special interest cruise Port charges: $147 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Creativity Price D Indigo Deck ----B Sapphire Deck $649 A Sapphire Deck $699 P Royal Deck $799 Suite/Royal Suite Royal Deck $1,399
Tapestry II Price $199 $1,049 $1,099 $1,199 $1,899
ADD INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS TO YOUR VACATION! Competitive prices without the hassle. Free airport transfers included on brochure dates.
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AUVERSSUR-OISE
2
PARIS Burgundy DIJON BEAUNE
Saône River CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE TOURNUS
Beaujolais Region
FRANCE
LYON VIENNE (Cruise WLC only) VIVIERS
7 TOURNON
Rhône River AVIGNON ARLES
Camargue
Avignon
PRICED FROM
Provence
1
CÔTE D’AZUR
BURGUNDY & PROVENCE
$2,449
Day 6 Lyon. A free day to explore this fascinating city at leisure. (B,L,D)
Included Features
Day 7 Tournon/Tain l’Hermitage–Viviers. Guided walk in Tournon; guided walk in Viviers, visit Old Town and the cathedral. (B,L,D)
Cruise: Deluxe 7-night cruise from Chalon-sur-Saône to Arles in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds
Day 8 Avignon. Guided sightseeing, visit Palace of the Popes. (B,L,D)
Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below
Day 9 Arles. Guided sightseeing in Arles, visit the Roman Amphitheater; sail into the Camargue region (daylight permitting). (B,L,D)
Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Paris and Côte d'Azur; see page 12 for additional meal details
Day 10 Arles (Disembarkation)–Côte d’Azur. Travel by motorcoach to Côte d’Azur. (B)
Superior Hotels: Paris and Côte d’Azur
Day 11 Côte d’Azur. Your vacation ends this morning. (B)
Itinerary Day 1 Arrive in Paris, France. Welcome to Paris, France’s capital on the Seine River and the “City of Light.” Day 2 Paris. Guided sightseeing. (B) Day 3 Paris–Dijon–Beaune–Chalon-sur-Saône (Embarkation)–Tournus. TGV train from Paris to Dijon. Motorcoach transfer to Beaune, choice of visit of the Hôtel-Dieu or Burgundy wine tasting; onboard welcome reception. (B,D)
NOTES: • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WLC). • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com. • I n the event that the TGV is unavailable due to strikes or technical reasons, the transfer from Paris to Dijon will be operated by motorcoach. • D epartures 0321 (WLC) and 1023 & 1027 (WCL) are offered as exclusive Wine Appreciation Cruises, including special lectures and tastings at no additional cost. • D eparture 0627 (WLC) is offered as an exclusive Jazz Cruise, including special music features at no additional cost.
Day 4 Tournus. Guided sightseeing of Tournus, visit abbey of St. Philibert; cheese tasting. (B,L,D) Day 5 Lyon. Guided sightseeing in Lyon, picture stop on Fourvière Hill. (B,L,D) US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WCL • 11 DAYS • PARIS TO CÔTE D’AZUR Ship
Dept.# Start Paris
Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II
0327 0331 0410 0414 0424 0428 0508 0512 0522 0526 0605 0609 0619 0623 0703 0707
Sun Thu Sun Thu Sun Thu Sun Thu Sun Thu Sun Thu Sun Thu Sun Thu
27 31 10 14 24 28 08 12 22 26 05 09 19 23 03 07
Mar Mar Apr Apr Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
Land/ Cruise Cruise Only † 3549 3649 3849 3899 4099 4149 4349 4399 4399 4399 4349 4349 4349 4299 4099 4099
2599 2699 2899 2949 3149 3199 3399 3449 3449 3449 3399 3399 3399 3349 3149 3149
Ship
Dept.# Start Paris
Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II
0717 0721 0731 0804 0814 0818 0828 0901 0911 0915 0925 0929 1009 1013 1023** 1027**
Sun Thu Sun Thu Sun Thu Sun Thu Sun Thu Sun Thu Sun Thu Sun Thu
17 21 31 04 14 18 28 01 11 15 25 29 09 13 23 27
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct
Land/ Cruise Cruise Only † 4099 4099 4099 4099 4099 4099 4349 4449 4449 4449 4399 4349 4099 3999 3699 3549
3149 3149 3149 3149 3149 3149 3399 3499 3499 3499 3449 3399 3149 3049 2749 2599
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WLC • 11 DAYS • CÔTE D’AZUR TO PARIS Ship
Start Dept.# Côte d’Azur
Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II
0321** 0325 0404 0408 0418 0422 0502 0506 0516 0520 0530 0603 0613 0617 0627** 0701
Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri
21 25 04 08 18 22 02 06 16 20 30 03 13 17 27 01
Land/ Cruise Cruise Only †
Mar Mar Apr Apr Apr Apr May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul
3399 3499 3649 3799 3899 3999 4249 4299 4399 4399 4399 4349 4349 4349 4199 4099
2449 2549 2699 2849 2949 3049 3299 3349 3449 3449 3449 3399 3399 3399 3249 3149
Ship
Start Dept.# Côte d’Azur
Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II
0711 0715 0725 0729 0808 0812 0822 0826 0905 0909 0919 0923 1003 1007 1017 1021
Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri
11 15 25 29 08 12 22 26 05 09 19 23 03 07 17 21
Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct
Land/ Cruise Cruise Only † 4099 4099 4099 4099 4099 4099 4199 4299 4449 4449 4449 4449 4199 4149 3899 3799
3149 3149 3149 3149 3149 3149 3249 3349 3499 3499 3499 3499 3249 3199 2949 2849
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. **Special interest cruise Port charges: $147 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Affinity Price D Indigo Deck ----B Sapphire Deck $649 A Sapphire Deck $699 P Royal Deck $799 Suite/Royal Suite Royal Deck $1,399
Poetry II Price $199 $1,049 $1,099 $1,199 $1,899
Cruise Only: C ruise WCL–Arrive Chalon-sur Saône Day 3 for embarkation between 4 pm and 5 pm. Depart Arles Day 10 upon disembarkation. Cruise WLC– Arrive Arles Day 2 for embarkation between 4 pm and 5 pm. Depart Chalon-sur-Saône Day 9 upon disembarkation.
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NORMANDY LES ANDELYS BEACHES CAUDEBEC GIVERNY Normandy CONFLANS ROUEN 7 AUVERS-SUR-OISE
Seine River
VERNON
PARIS
Burgundy
BEAUNE
FRANCE Saône River Beaujolais Region
VIVIERS
Lyon
7 AVIGNON Provence 1
CÔTE D’AZUR
GRAND FRANCE
PRICED FROM
$4,949 INCLUDED FEATURES
Cruise: Deluxe 14-night cruise from Paris to Paris and Chalon-sur-Saône to Arles in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Côte d’Azur; see page 12 for additional meal details Superior Hotels: Côte d’Azur
ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Paris, France (Embarkation). Welcome reception. (NOTE: Flights into Paris must arrive by 2:30 pm.) (D) Day 2 Vernon–Les Andelys. Choice of excursions to Giverny or Bizy Castle; guided walk in Les Andelys. (B,L,D) Day 3 Caudebec. Choice of excursion along either the “Thatched Cottages” route or the “Normandy Abbeys” route. (B,L,D) Day 4 Caudebec. Choice of excursions to Normandy landing beaches or “A Taste of Normandy.” (B,L,D) Day 5 Rouen. Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit the cathedral. (B,L,D) Day 6 Conflans. Choice of excursions: visit Auvers-sur-Oise or Château de Malmaison. (B,L,D) Day 7 Paris. Choice of guided sightseeing or “Heart of Paris” walk. (B,L,D) Ships: Cr = Creativity Af = Affinity Tap II = Tapestry II
Ship
Dept.# Start Paris
Cr/Af Tap II/P II Cr/Af Tap II/P II Cr/Af Tap II/P II Cr/Af Tap II/P II Cr/Af Tap II/P II Cr/Af Tap II/P II Cr/Af Tap II/P II Cr/Af Tap II/P II
0322** 0326 0405 0409 0419 0423 0503 0507 0517 0521 0531 0604 0614 0618 0628 0702
22 26 05 09 19 23 03 07 17 21 31 04 14 18 28 02
Mar Mar Apr Apr Apr Apr May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul
Land/ Cruise Cruise Only † 5209 5409 5759 5959 6259 6409 6859 7009 7059 7059 7009 6959 6959 6909 6559 6459
4949 5149 5499 5699 5999 6149 6599 6749 6799 6799 6749 6699 6699 6649 6299 6199
Day 8 Paris (Disembarkation)–Dijon–Beaune–Chalon-sur-Saône (Embarkation)– Tournus. TGV train from Paris to Dijon. Motorcoach transfer to Beaune, choice of Hôtel-Dieu visit or Burgundy wine tasting; onboard welcome reception. (B,D) Day 9 Tournus. Guided sightseeing of Tournus, visit abbey of St. Philibert; cheese tasting. (B,L,D) Day 10 Lyon. Guided sightseeing in Lyon; picture stop on Fourviere Hill. (B,L,D) Day 11 Lyon. A day to explore this fascinating city at leisure. (B,L,D) Day 12 Tournon/Tain l’Hermitage–Viviers. Guided walk in Tournon; guided walk in Viviers, visit Old Town and the cathedral. (B,L,D) Day 13 Avignon. Guided sightseeing, visit Palace of the Popes. (B,L,D) Day 14 Arles. Guided sightseeing in Arles, visit the Roman Amphitheater; sail through Camargue region (daylight permitting). (B,L,D) Day 15 Arles (Disembarkation)–Côte d’Azur. Travel by motorcoach to Côte d’Azur. (B) Day 16 Côte d’Azur. Your vacation ends this morning. (B) NOTES: • T his cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WLP). • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com. • The Seine section of departure 0322 (WPL) is offered as an exclusive Culinary Cruise, including special lectures and tastings at no additional cost. • The Rhône/Saône section of departures 0321 (WLP) and 1018 & 1022 (WPL) are offered as exclusive Wine Appreciation Cruises, including special lectures and tastings at no additional cost. • The Rhône/Saône section of departure 0627 (WLP) is offered as an exclusive Jazz Cruise, including special music features at no additional cost. • The Seine section of departure 0712 (WPL) is offered as an exclusive Art & Impressionist Cruise, including special lectures and features at no additional cost. US$
P II = Poetry II
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WPL • 16 DAYS • PARIS TO CÔTE D’AZUR
Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat
CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE TOURNUS LYON VIENNE (Cruise WLP only) TOURNON
Rhône River
ARLES Camargue
DIJON
Ship
Dept.# Start Paris
Cr/Af Tap II/P II Cr/Af Tap II/P II Cr/Af Tap II/P II Cr/Af Tap II/P II Cr/Af Tap II/P II Cr/Af Tap II/P II Cr/Af Tap II/P II Cr/Af Tap II/P II
0712 ** 0716 0726 0730 0809 0813 0823 0827 0906 0910 0920 0924 1004 1008 1018** 1022**
Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat Tue Sat
12 16 26 30 09 13 23 27 06 10 20 24 04 08 18 22
Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct
Land/ Cruise Cruise Only † 6459 6459 6459 6459 6459 6459 6809 7009 7159 7159 7109 7059 6559 6409 5859 5609
6199 6199 6199 6199 6199 6199 6549 6749 6899 6899 6849 6799 6299 6149 5599 5349
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WLP • 16 DAYS • CÔTE D’AZUR TO PARIS Ship
Start Dept.# Côte d’Azur
Af/Cr P II/Tap II Af/Cr P II/Tap II Af/Cr P II/Tap II Af/Cr P II/Tap II Af/Cr P II/Tap II Af/Cr P II/Tap II Af/Cr P II/Tap II Af/Cr P II/Tap II
0321** 0325 0404 0408 0418 0422 0502 0506 0516 0520 0530 0603 0613 0617 0627** 0701
Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri
21 25 04 08 18 22 02 06 16 20 30 03 13 17 27 01
Mar Mar Apr Apr Apr Apr May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul
Land/ Cruise Cruise Only † 5209 5409 5759 5959 6259 6409 6859 6959 7059 7059 7009 6959 6959 6909 6559 6459
4949 5149 5499 5699 5999 6149 6599 6699 6799 6799 6749 6699 6699 6649 6299 6199
Ship
Start Dept.# Côte d’Azur
Af/Cr P II/Tap II Af/Cr P II/Tap II Af/Cr P II/Tap II Af/Cr P II/Tap II Af/Cr P II/Tap II Af/Cr P II/Tap II Af/Cr P II/Tap II Af/Cr P II/Tap II
0711 0715 0725 0729 0808 0812 0822 0826 0905 0909 0919 0923 1003 1007 1017 1021
Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri Mon Fri
11 15 25 29 08 12 22 26 05 09 19 23 03 07 17 21
Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct
Land/ Cruise Cruise Only † 6459 6459 6459 6459 6459 6459 6809 7009 7159 7159 7109 7059 6559 6409 5859 5609
6199 6199 6199 6199 6199 6199 6549 6749 6899 6899 6849 6799 6299 6149 5599 5349
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. **Special interest cruise Port charges: $294 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Creativity/Affinity Prices D Indigo Deck ----B Sapphire Deck $1,298 A Sapphire Deck $1,398 P Royal Deck $1,598 Suite/Royal Suite Royal Deck $2,798
Cruise Only: C ruise WPL–Arrive Paris Day 1 for embarkation at 3:30 pm. Depart Arles Day 15 upon disembarkation. Cruise WLP–Arrive Arles Day 2 for embarkation between 4 pm and 5 pm. Depart Paris Day 16 upon disembarkation.
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14
Tapestry II/Poetry II Prices $398 $2,098 $2,198 $2,398 $3,798
GERMANY
HOLLAND
AMSTERDAM Rhine River COLOGNE KOBLENZ
7
FRANCE BEAUNE
Rhine Gorge
RÜDESHEIM MAINZ HEIDELBERG
Rhine River STRASBOURG Burgundy BREISACH Black Forest BASEL Saône River
CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE TOURNUS Beaujolais Region
7
LYON
Rhône River Camargue
Arles
VIENNE (Cruise WLA only) TOURNON VIVIERS AVIGNON ARLES
Provence
11 CÔTE D’AZUR
RHINE & RHÔNE REVEALED
PRICED FROM
$5,398
VIENNE (Cruise WLP only)
INCLUDED FEATURES Cruise: Deluxe 14-night cruise from Amsterdam to Basel and from Chalon-surSaône to Arles in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Côte d'Azur; superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements Superior Hotels: Côte d’Azur
Day 7 Breisach, Germany. Excursion to the Black Forest. Visit a local woodcarver’s workshop or a Black Forest open-air museum. (B,L,D) Day 8 Basel, Switzerland (Disembarkation)–Beaune, France–Chalon-surSaône (Embarkation)–Tournus. Transfer by motorcoach to Beaune, choice of visit of the Hôtel-Dieu or Burgundy wine tasting; onboard welcome reception. (B,D) Day 9 Tournus. Guided sightseeing of Tournus, visit the abbey of St. Philibert; cheese tasting. (B,L,D) Day 10 Lyon. Guided sightseeing in Lyon, picture stop on Fourvière Hill. (B,L,D) Day 11 Lyon. Day at leisure. (B,L,D)
ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Amsterdam, Holland (Embarkation). Welcome reception. (D) Day 2 Amsterdam. Canal cruise. (B,L,D) Day 3 Cologne, Germany. Choice of guided city walk or Jewish Heritage walk. (B,L,D) Day 4 Koblenz–Rhine Gorge–Rüdesheim. Guided sightseeing in Koblenz; cruise through the Rhine Gorge; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim; special treat. (B,L,D) Day 5 Mainz. Excursion to Heidelberg. Guided walk, visit the Gutenberg Museum in Mainz; excursion to Heidelberg; guided visit of the castle, see the Great Vat. (B,L,D) Ships: Tr II = Tranquility II
Day 6 Strasbourg, France. Guided sightseeing, visit the La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral; onboard woodcarving demonstration. (B,L,D)
Day 12 Tournon/Tain l’Hermitage–Viviers. Guided walk in Tournon; guided walk in Viviers, visit the Old Town and the cathedral. (B,L,D) Day 13 Avignon. Guided sightseeing, visit Palace of the Popes. (B,L,D) Day 14 Arles. Guided sightseeing in Arles, visit the Roman Amphitheater; sail into the Camargue region (daylight permitting). (B,L,D) Day 15 Arles (Disembarkation)–Côte d’Azur. Evening in Côte d’Azur. (B,L,D) Day 16 Côte d’Azur. Your vacation ends this morning. (B) NOTES: • T his cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WLA). • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com. • The Rhône/Saône section of departure 1022 (WAL) is offered as an exclusive Wine Appreciation Cruise, including special lectures and tastings at no additional cost.
US$
P II = Poetry II
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WAL • 16 DAYS • AMSTERDAM TO CÔTE D’AZUR Ship
Start Land/ Cruise Dept.# Amsterdam Cruise Only †
Tr II/P II Tr II/P II Tr II/P II Tr II/P II Tr II/P II Tr II/P II Tr II/P II Tr II/P II
0409 0423 0507 0521 0604 0618 0702 0716
Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat
09 23 07 21 04 18 02 16
Apr Apr May May Jun Jun Jul Jul
5858 6458 6858 6908 6808 6758 6408 6408
5598 6198 6598 6648 6548 6498 6148 6148
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WLA • 16 DAYS • CÔTE D’AZUR TO AMSTERDAM
Ship
Start Land/ Cruise Dept.# Amsterdam Cruise Only †
Tr II/P II Tr II/P II Tr II/P II Tr II/P II Tr II/P II Tr II/P II Tr II/P II
0730 0813 0827 0910 0924 1008 1022**
Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat Sat
30 13 27 10 24 08 22
Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct Oct
6408 6408 6808 7008 6808 6258 5658
6148 6148 6548 6748 6548 5998 5398
Ship
Start Dept.# Côte d’Azur
P II/Tr II P II/Tr II P II/Tr II P II/Tr II P II/Tr II P II/Tr II P II/Tr II P II/Tr II
0408 0422 0506 0520 0603 0617 0701 0715
Fri Fri Fri Fri Fri Fri Fri Fri
08 22 06 20 03 17 01 15
Apr Apr May May Jun Jun Jul Jul
Land/ Cruise Cruise Only † 6008 6458 6808 6908 6808 6758 6408 6408
5748 6198 6548 6648 6548 6498 6148 6148
Ship
Start Dept.# Côte d’Azur
P II/Tr II P II/Tr II P II/Tr II P II/Tr II P II/Tr II P II/Tr II P II/Tr II
0729 0812 0826 0909 0923 1007 1021
Fri Fri Fri Fri Fri Fri Fri
29 12 26 09 23 07 21
Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct Oct
Land/ Cruise Cruise Only † 6408 6408 6858 7008 6758 6308 5808
6148 6148 6598 6748 6498 6048 5548
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. **Special interest cruise Port charges: $294 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Price D Indigo Deck $398 B Sapphire Deck $2,098 A Sapphire Deck $2,198 P Royal Deck $2,398 Royal Suite Royal Deck $3,798
Cruise Only: C ruise WAL–Arrive Amsterdam Day 1 for embarkation at 3:30 pm. Depart Arles Day 15 upon disembarkation. Cruise WLA–Arrive Arles Day 2 for embarkation between 4 pm and 5 pm. Depart Amsterdam Day 16 upon disembarkation.
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15
Friesland
North Sea
HOLLAND
ENKHUIZEN
KAMPEN
LELYSTAD HAARLEM
AMSTERDAM
IJsselmeer
7 Rhine River
ROTTERDAM
Gelderse IJssel ARNHEM
Tulip Fields
PRICED FROM
TULIPS OF NORTHERN HOLLAND
$2,549
Day 3 Friesland. Friesland excursion, visit the Planetarium. (B,L,D)
INCLUDED FEATURES Cruise: Deluxe 7-night cruise from Haarlem to Amsterdam in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds. Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
Day 4 Lelystad–Kampen. Guided visit of the Batavia shipyard and the Batavia in Lelystad; cheese and genever tasting. (B,L,D) Day 5 Gelderse IJssel–Arnhem. Onboard lecture; special tasting; visit Museum Hartenstein. (B,L,D) Day 6 Rotterdam. Harbor cruise in Rotterdam; choice of excursion to Keukenhof gardens or to the city of Gouda. (B,L,D) Day 7 Amsterdam. Canal cruise. (B,L,D) Day 8 Amsterdam (Disembarkation). Your vacation ends this morning. (B) NOTE: • This cruise combines well with Enchanting Belgium (WAN or WNA).
ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Amsterdam, Holland. Transfer to Haarlem (Embarkation). Welcome reception. (NOTE: Flights into Amsterdam must arrive by 2 pm.) (D) Day 2 Tulip Fields Excursion–Enkhuizen. Excursion to the tulip fields; choice of guided visit to the Zuiderzee Museum or an “Experience the Dutch” outing in Enkhuizen. (B,L,D)
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WHA • 8 DAYS • AMSTERDAM TO AMSTERDAM Ship
Dept.#
Start Amsterdam
End Amsterdam
Cruise Only
Ship
Dept.#
Start Amsterdam
End Amsterdam
Cruise Only
Artistry II Luminary
0407 0419
Thu 07 Apr Tue 19 Apr
Thu Tue
2549 2599
Artistry II
0428
Thu 28 Apr
Thu
2799
14 Apr 26 Apr
05 May
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. Port charges: $147 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Luminary Price D Indigo Deck ----B Sapphire Deck $649 A Sapphire Deck $699 P Royal Deck $799 Suite/Royal Suite Royal Deck $1,399
Artistry II Price $199 $1,049 $1,099 $1,199 $1,899
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16
North Sea
HOLLAND
KEUKENHOF
7
AMSTERDAM
ROTTERDAM KINDERDIJK WILLEMSTAD
VEERE MIDDELBURG GHENT
ANTWERP
Rhine River
BRUSSELS
VILVOORDE BELGIUM
Amsterdam
PRICED FROM
ESSENTIAL HOLLAND & BELGIUM
$2,599 INCLUDED FEATURES
Cruise: Deluxe 7-night cruise from Amsterdam to Vilvoorde in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
Day 5 Veere–Middelburg. Visit the Delta Works; guided walk of Middelburg. (B,L,D) Day 6 Ghent, Belgium. Guided sightseeing, visit St. Baaf’s Cathedral. (B,L,D) Day 7 Antwerp. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D) Day 8 Vilvoorde (Disembarkation). Your vacation ends this morning. (B) NOTE: • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WXA). • V iew reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com. • D eparture 0412 (WAX) is offered as an exclusive Beer Tasting Cruise, including special lectures and tastings at no additional cost.
ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Amsterdam, Holland (Embarkation). Welcome reception. (D) Day 2 Amsterdam. Canal cruise. (B,L,D) Day 3 Rotterdam. Excursion to Keukenhof gardens (departures WAX 0412 to 0426) or excursion to Delft (departures WAX 0528 to 0915). (B,L,D) Day 4 Kinderdijk–Willemstad. Guided walk in both locations; visit a windmill in Kinderdijk. (B,L,D) US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WAX • 8 DAYS • AMSTERDAM TO VILVOORDE
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WXA • 8 DAYS • BRUSSELS TO AMSTERDAM
Ship
Dept.#
Start Amsterdam
End Vilvoorde
Cruise Only
Ship
Dept.#
Start Brussels
End Amsterdam
Cruise Only
Expression Illumination Impression Expression Visionary Luminary Visionary
0412** 0415 0419 0426 0528 0721 0915
Tue Fri Tue Tue Sat Thu Thu
Tue Fri Tue Tue Sat Thu Thu
2599 2599 2699 2899 3199 2999 3249
Impression Expression Illumination Impression Expression Visionary Luminary Visionary
0412 0419 0422 0426 0503 0604 0728 0922
Tue Tue Fri Tue Tue Sat Thu Thu
Tue Tue Fri Tue Tue Sat Thu Thu
2599 2699 2699 2899 3199 3199 2999 3249
12 15 19 26 28 21 15
Apr Apr Apr Apr May Jul Sep
19 22 26 03 04 28 22
Apr Apr Apr May Jun Jul Sep
12 19 22 26 03 04 28 22
Apr Apr Apr Apr May Jun Jul Sep
19 26 29 03 10 11 04 29
Apr Apr Apr May May Jun Aug Sep
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. **Special interest cruise Port charges: $147 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person:: Category Decks Luminary Price D Indigo Deck ----B Sapphire Deck $649 A Sapphire Deck $699 P Royal Deck $799 Suite/Royal Suite Royal Deck $1,399
Other Ships Price $199 $1,049 $1,099 $1,199 $1,899
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AVA LO N WAT E R WAY S .C O M
17
North Sea
HOLLAND 1
7
AMSTERDAM
DORDRECHT
GHENT YPRES
ANTWERP
EAST FLANDERS
Rhine River MAASTRICHT
BRUSSELS
NAMUR BELGIUM
Ghent
PRICED FROM
ENCHANTING BELGIUM
$2,499 INCLUDED FEATURES
Day 3 Dordrecht. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D)
Cruise: Deluxe 7-night cruise from Amsterdam to Namur in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds.
Day 5 Full-Day Excursion to the WWI Battlefields of Ypres & Flanders. (B,L,D)
Day 4 Ghent, Belgium. Guided sightseeing, visit St. Baaf’s Cathedral. (B,L,D)
Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below
Day 6 Antwerp. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D)
Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Amsterdam; superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
Day 7 Maastricht, Holland. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D)
Superior Hotels: Amsterdam
ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Amsterdam, Holland. Welcome to Holland!
Day 8 Namur, Belgium. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D) Day 9 Namur (Disembarkation). Your vacation ends this morning. (B) NOTE: • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WNA). • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com. • D eparture 0404 (WAN) is offered as an exclusive WWI History Cruise, including special lectures at no additional cost. • D eparture 0413 (WAN) is offered as our exclusive President’s Cruise, with special highlights and excrusions at no additional cost.
Day 2 Amsterdam (Embarkation). Canal cruise; onboard welcome reception. (B,D) US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WAN • 9 DAYS • AMSTERDAM TO NAMUR Ship
Dept.#
Start Amsterdam
Luminary Artistry II
0404** 0413**
Tue 04 Apr Thu 13 Apr
Land/Cruise 2699 2799
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WNA • 9 DAYS • BRUSSELS TO AMSTERDAM
Cruise Only †
Ship
Dept.#
Start Brussels
2499 2599
Luminary Artistry II
0412 0421
Tue 12 Apr Thu 21 Apr
Land/Cruise 2799 2799
Cruise Only † 2599 2599
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. Gateway for departure (Cruise WAN) is Brussels. **Special interest cruise Port charges: $147 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Luminary Price D Indigo Deck ----B Sapphire Deck $649 A Sapphire Deck $699 P Royal Deck $799 Suite/Royal Suite Royal Deck $1,399
Artistry II Price $199 $1,049 $1,099 $1,199 $1,899
Cruise Only: C ruise WAN–Arrive Amsterdam Day 2 for embarkation at 3.30 pm. Depart Namur Day 9 upon disembarkation. Cruise WNA–Arrive Namur Day 1 for embarkation between 4 pm and 5 pm. Depart Amsterdam Day 8 upon disembarkation. Flights should not leave Amsterdam airport before 9 am.
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18
AMSTERDAM Rhine River COLOGNE
Rhine Gorge
KOBLENZ
Mo sell eR
iver
RÜDESHEIM MAINZ HEIDELBERG
7
Neckar River Rhine River
STRASBOURG Alsace (Cruise WAZ only) BREISACH BASEL
Rhine Gorge
PRICED FROM
Black Forest
ZÜRICH Ü
ROMANTIC RHINE
$2,199
INCLUDED FEATURES Cruise: Deluxe 7-night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds
Day 4 Mainz–Rüdesheim. Visit the Gutenberg Museum in Mainz; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim; enjoy a special treat. (B,L,D)
Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below
Day 5 Rhine Gorge–Koblenz. Cruise through the Rhine Gorge; choice of guided sightseeing in Koblenz or visit Sayn Manor House. (B,L,D)
Meals: Superb dining on board; see page 12 for additional meal details
Day 6 Cologne. Choice of guided city walk or Jewish Heritage walk. (B,L,D) Day 7 Amsterdam, Holland. Canal cruise. (B,L,D)
ITINERARY
Day 8 Amsterdam (Disembarkation). Your vacation ends this morning. (B)
Day 1 Arrive in Zürich, Switzerland. Transfer to Basel (Embarkation). Welcome reception. (NOTE: Flights into Zürich must arrive by 3 pm.) (D) Day 2 Strasbourg, France. Guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral. (B,L,D) Day 3 Excursion to Heidelberg, Germany. Guided visit of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat. (B,L,D) Dates & Prices: CRUISE WZA • 8 DAYS • ZÜRICH TO AMSTERDAM Ship
Dept.#
Start Zurich
Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Luminary Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II
0403 0409 0416 0417 0423 0430 0501 0507 0514 0515 0521 0528 0529 0602 0604 0611 0612 0618 0625 0626 0702 0709 0710 0716 0723
Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Thu Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat
03 09 16 17 23 30 01 07 14 15 21 28 29 02 04 11 12 18 25 26 02 09 10 16 23
Cruise Only Apr Apr Apr Apr Apr Apr May May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
2399 2649 2899 2899 2999 3149 3149 3149 3199 3199 3199 3199 3199 3199 3149 3149 3149 3149 3099 3099 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999
Ship
Dept.#
Start Zurich
Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Luminary Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Imagery II
0724 0730 0806 0807 0811 0813 0820 0821 0827 0903 0904 0910 0917 0918 0924 1001 1002 1008 1015 1016 1022 1029 1030 1105 1203**
Sun Sat Sat Sun Thu Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat
24 30 06 07 11 13 20 21 27 03 04 10 17 18 24 01 02 08 15 16 22 29 30 05 03
Cruise Only Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Dec
2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 3049 3249 3249 3249 3249 3249 3149 2999 2999 2949 2849 2849 2799 2699 2699 2599 2199
NOTES: • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WAZ). Departure flights should not leave Zürich Airport before 10 am. • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com. • Departures 1126 & 1210 (WAZ) and departure 1203 (WZA) are offered as exclusive Festive Time Cruises, including special features and visits to Christmas markets at no additional cost. US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WAZ • 8 DAYS • AMSTERDAM TO BASEL Ship
Dept.#
Start Amsterdam
Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II
0409 0410 0416 0423 0424 0430 0507 0508 0514 0521 0522 0528 0604 0605 0611 0618 0619 0625 0702 0703 0709 0716 0717 0723 0730
Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat
09 10 16 23 24 30 07 08 14 21 22 28 04 05 11 18 19 25 02 03 09 16 17 23 30
Apr Apr Apr Apr Apr Apr May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
Cruise Only 2649 2649 2899 2999 2999 3149 3149 3199 3199 3199 3199 3199 3149 3149 3149 3149 3149 3099 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999
Ship
Dept.#
Start Amsterdam
Felicity Luminary Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Visionary Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Felicity Imagery II Tranquility II Imagery II Imagery II
0731 0804 0806 0813 0814 0820 0827 0828 0903 0910 0911 0917 0924 0925 0929 1001 1008 1009 1015 1022 1023 1029 1105 1126** 1210**
Sun Thu Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Thu Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sun Sat Sat Sat Sat
31 04 06 13 14 20 27 28 03 10 11 17 24 25 29 01 08 09 15 22 23 29 05 26 10
Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec
Cruise Only 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 3049 3049 3249 3249 3249 3249 3149 3149 3049 2999 2949 2949 2849 2799 2799 2699 2599 2199 2199
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. Gateway for arrival (Cruise WZA) and departure (Cruise WAZ) is Zürich, Switzerland. **Special interest cruise Port charges: $147 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Felicity/Luminary Price D Indigo Deck ----B Sapphire Deck $649 A Sapphire Deck $699 P Royal Deck $799 Suite/Royal Suite Royal Deck $1,399
Other Ships Price $199 $1,049 $1,099 $1,199 $1,899
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19
HOLLAND AMSTERDAM GERMANY Rhine River DÜSSELDORF
7 COCHEM
LUXEMBOURG REMICH
PARIS 2
Rüdesheim
Rhine Gorge
RÜDESHEIM BERNKASTEL TRIER
METZ
Moselle River
FRANCE
CANALS, VINEYARDS & PARIS
PRICED FROM
$2,789
Day 5 Bernkastel. Guided walk; wine tasting. (B,L,D)
INCLUDED FEATURES Cruise: Deluxe 7-night cruise from Remich to Amsterdam in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Paris; superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements Superior Hotels: Paris
ITINERARY
Day 6 Cochem. Guided walk, visit Reichsburg Castle. (B,L,D) Day 7 Rhine Gorge–Rüdesheim. Cruise through the Rhine Gorge; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim; enjoy a special treat. (B,L,D) Day 8 Düsseldorf. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D) Day 9 Amsterdam. Canal cruise. (B,L,D) Day 10 Amsterdam (Disembarkation). Your vacation ends this morning. (B) NOTES: • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WAR). • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com. • D eparture 1025 (WRA) is offered as an exclusive Wine Appreciation Cruise, including special lectures and tastings at no additional cost.
Day 1 Arrive in Paris, France. Welcome to Paris! Day 2 Paris. Guided sightseeing. (B) Day 3 Paris–Remich, Luxembourg (Embarkation). Travel from Paris to Metz or Luxembourg City by high-speed train, and onward to Remich by motorcoach; onboard welcome reception. (B,D) Day 4 Trier, Germany. Choice of guided city sightseeing or "Roman Trier" sightseeing, see the Porta Nigra. (B,L,D)
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WRA • 10 DAYS • PARIS TO AMSTERDAM
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WAR • 10 DAYS • AMSTERDAM TO PARIS
Ship
Dept.#
Start Paris
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Ship
Dept.#
Start Amsterdam
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Visionary Luminary Visionary Artistry II Artistry II
0519 0712 0719 0830 1025**
Thu Tue Tue Tue Tue
3689 3539 3539 3839 3479
2999 2849 2849 3149 2789
Artistry II Luminary Artistry II Luminary
0505 0609 0908 1006
Thu Thu Thu Thu
3689 3689 3839 3539
2999 2999 3149 2849
19 12 19 30 25
May Jul Jul Aug Oct
05 09 08 06
May Jun Sep Oct
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. **Special interest cruise Port charges: $147 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Luminary Price D Indigo Deck ----B Sapphire Deck $649 A Sapphire Deck $699 P Royal Deck $799 Suite/Royal Suite Royal Deck $1,399
Artistry II / Visionary Price $199 $1,049 $1,099 $1,199 $1,899
Cruise Only: Cruise WRA–Arrive Remich Day 3 for embarkation between 4 pm and 5 pm. Depart Amsterdam Day 10 upon disembarkation. Cruise WAR–Arrive Amsterdam Day 1 for embarkation at 3:30 pm. Depart Remich Day 8 upon disembarkation.
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20
HOLLAND HOORN
EDAM
AMSTERDAM
12
KINDERDIJK
GERMANY
COLOGNE
Rhine River
KOBLENZ
LUXEMBOURG
BERNKASTEL
LUXEMBOURG CITY LUXEMBO
Moselle River
Rhine Gorge
RÜDESHEIM MAINZ
HEIDELBERG
TRIER
Neckar River
STRASBOURG
FRANCE
BREISACH Black Forest ZÜRICH
SWITZERLAND
Strasbourg
PRICED FROM
Alsace
BASEL
THE RHINE & MOSELLE
$4,299
Day 6 Trier. Choice of guided city sightseeing or "Roman Trier" sightseeing, see the Porta Nigra. (B,L,D)
INCLUDED FEATURES Cruise: Deluxe 12-night cruise from Amsterdam to Basel in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds
Day 7 Luxembourg. Guided visit of Luxembourg City. (B,L,D) Day 8 Bernkastel, Germany. Guided walk. (B,L,D)
Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
Day 9 Rhine Gorge–Rüdesheim. Cruise through the Rhine Gorge; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim; enjoy a special treat. (B,L,D) Day 10 Mainz. Excursion to Heidelberg. Guided walk in Mainz, visit the Gutenberg Museum; guided visit of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat. (B,L,D) Day 11 Strasbourg, France. Guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral; onboard woodcarving demonstration. (B,L,D)
ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Amsterdam, Holland (Embarkation). Welcome reception. (D) Day 2 Amsterdam–Hoorn. Excursion to Edam. Canal cruise in Amsterdam; choice of guided walk in Hoorn or see the Beemster Polder and guided sightseeing in Edam. (B,L,D) Day 3 Kinderdijk. Guided visit of a windmill. (B,L,D)
Day 12 Breisach, Germany. Excursion to the Black Forest. Visit a local woodcarver’s workshop or a Black Forest open-air museum. (B,L,D) Day 13 Basel, Switzerland (Disembarkation). Your vacation ends this morning. (NOTE: Departure flights should not leave Zürich before 10 am.) (B) NOTES: • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WZRA). • Flights into Zürich must arrive before 3 pm. • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com.
Day 4 Cologne, Germany. Choice of guided walk or Jewish Heritage walk. (B,L,D) Day 5 Koblenz. Choice of guided city walk, see the Deutsches Eck; or visit Sayn Manor House. (B,L,D)
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WARZ • 13 DAYS • AMSTERDAM TO BASEL Ship
Dept.#
Start Amsterdam
End Basel
Luminary Visionary Visionary Luminary Visionary
0426 0611 0728 0818 1018
Tue Sat Thu Thu Tue
Sun Thu Tue Tue Sun
26 11 28 18 18
Apr Jun Jul Aug Oct
08 23 09 30 30
May Jun Aug Aug Oct
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WZRA • 13 DAYS • ZÜRICH TO AMSTERDAM
Cruise Only
Ship
Dept.#
Start Zürich
End Amsterdam
Cruise Only
4499 4549 4499 4499 4299
Visionary Luminary Visionary
0903 0924 1006
Sat 03 Sep Sat 24 Sep Thu 06 Oct
Thu Thu Tue
4899 4899 4299
15 Sep 06 Oct 18 Oct
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. Gateway for arrival (Cruise WZRA) and departure (Cruise WARZ) is Zürich, Switzerland. Port charges: $252 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Luminary Price D Indigo Deck ----B Sapphire Deck $1,113 A Sapphire Deck $1,198 P Royal Deck $1,370 Suite/Royal Suite Royal Deck $2,398
Visionary Price $341 $1,798 $1,884 $2,055 $3,255
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AVA LO N WAT E R WAY S .C O M
21
SLOVAKIA
DÜRNSTEIN
MELK
VIENNA 2
BRATISLAVA
3
Danube River
AUSTRIA BUDAPEST 2 HUNGARY
Budapest
PRICED FROM
A TASTE OF THE DANUBE
$999
INCLUDED FEATURES Cruise: Deluxe 3-night cruise from Budapest to Vienna in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Budapest and Vienna; superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements Superior Hotels: Budapest and Vienna
Day 3 Budapest (Embarkation). Morning at leisure; onboard welcome reception. (B,D) Day 4 Bratislava, Slovakia. Guided sightseeing, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral. (B,L,D) Day 5 Dürnstein, Austria–Melk. See the Stiftskirche in Dürnstein; guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk. (B,L,D) Day 6 Vienna (Disembarkation). Guided sightseeing. (B) Day 7 Vienna. Day at leisure. (B) Day 8 Vienna. Your vacation ends this morning. (B) NOTES: • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WVB). • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com.
ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Budapest, Hungary. Welcome to Budapest. Day 2 Budapest. Guided sightseeing, see Fishermen’s Bastion and Heroes’ Square. (B)
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WBV • 8 DAYS • BUDAPEST TO VIENNA
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WVB • 8 DAYS • VIENNA TO BUDAPEST
Ship
Dept.#
Start Budapest
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Ship
Dept.#
Start Vienna
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Visionary Luminary
0420 1025
Wed 20 Apr Tue 25 Oct
1939 1839
1099 999
Visionary Panorama
0702 0829
Sat 02 Jul Mon 29 Aug
2039 2039
1199 1199
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. . Port charges: $63 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category D B A P Suite/Royal Suite
Decks Indigo Deck Sapphire Deck Sapphire Deck Royal Deck Royal Deck
Luminary Price ----$278 $300 $342 $600
Panorama/ Visionary Price $85 $450 $471 $514 $814
Cruise Only: C ruise WBV– Arrive Budapest Day 3 for embarkation at 3 pm. Depart Vienna Day 6 upon disembarkation. Flights should not leave Vienna airport before 11 am. Cruise WVB–Arrive Vienna Day 3 for embarkation at 3:30 pm. Depart Budapest Day 6 upon disembarkation. Flights should not leave Budapest airport before Noon.
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22
GERMANY
Ilz River PASSAU
MUNICH 3 NEUSCHWANSTEIN
DÜRNSTEIN GREIN
5
Inn River
MELK
Danube River
VIENNA
OBERAMMERGAU
AUSTRIA
Munich
PRICED FROM
DANUBE SYMPHONY
$1,999
Day 4 Grein. Guided walk of Grein, visit the historical theater. (B,L,D)
INCLUDED FEATURES Cruise: Deluxe 5-night cruise from Vienna to Passau in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds. Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Munich; superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements Superior Hotels: Munich
ITINERARY
Day 5 Passau, Germany. Guided walk of Passau. (B,L,D) Day 6 Passau (Disembarkation)–Munich. Travel by motorcoach to Munich. (B) Day 7 Munich. Guided sightseeing, see the Marienplatz. (B) Day 8 Munich. Excursion to Neuschwanstein & Oberammergau. Visit Neuschwanstein Castle and enjoy free time in Oberammergau. (B) Day 9 Munich. Your vacation ends this morning. (B) NOTES: • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WPV). • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com. • Departure 0820 (WVP) is offered as an exclusive Golf Cruise, including special features at no additional cost.
Day 1 Arrive in Vienna, Austria (Embarkation). Welcome reception. (D) Day 2 Vienna. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D) Day 3 Dürnstein–Melk. Guided walk in Dürnstein. Guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or visit to Schallaburg Castle; wine tasting. (B,L,D)
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WVP • 9 DAYS • VIENNA TO MUNICH
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WPV • 9 DAYS • MUNICH TO VIENNA
Ship
Dept.#
Start Vienna
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Ship
Dept.#
Start Munich
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Visionary Luminary Visionary Luminary
0425 0519 0820** 0910
Mon Thu Sat Sat
2989 3039 2989 3039
1999 2049 1999 2049
Panorama
0719
Tue 19 Jul
2989
1999
25 19 20 10
Apr May Aug Sep
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. **Special interest cruise Port charges: $105 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category D B A P Suite/Royal Suite
Decks Indigo Deck Sapphire Deck Sapphire Deck Royal Deck Royal Deck
Luminary Price ----$464 $499 $571 $999
Panorama/ Visionary Price $142 $749 $785 $856 $1,356
Cruise Only: C ruise WVP–Arrive Vienna Day 1 for embarkation at 3:30 pm. Depart Passau Day 6 upon disembarkation. Cruise WPV– Arrive Passau Day 4 for embarkation between 4 pm and 5 pm. Depart Vienna Day 9 upon disembarkation.
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AVA LO N WAT E R WAY S .C O M
23
2
PRAGUE
CZECH REPUBLIC
GERMANY
PASSAU
LINZ
SLOVAKIA
WEISSENKIRCHEN GREIN MELK
7
VIENNA
BRATISLAVA
Danube River
BUDAPEST
AUSTRIA
HUNGARY
Vienna
PRICED FROM
Cruise WBP stays 2 additional nights in Budapest
DANUBE DREAMS
$2,299
Day 4 Passau. Guided walk in Passau. (B,L,D)
INCLUDED FEATURES Cruise: Deluxe 7-night cruise from Passau to Budapest in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds. Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Prague; superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements Superior Hotels: Prague
Day 5 Linz, Austria–Grein. Guided walk in Grein, visit the historical theater. (B,L,D) Day 6 Melk–Weissenkirchen. Guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk; choice of guided walk in Weissenkirchen or enjoy a Wachau wine tasting. (B,L,D) Day 7 Vienna. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D) Day 8 Bratislava, Slovakia. Guided sightseeing, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral. (B,L,D) Day 9 Budapest, Hungary. Guided sightseeing, see Fishermen’s Bastion and Heroes' Square. (B,L,D) Day 10 Budapest (Disembarkation). Your vacation ends today. (B)
ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Prague, Czech Republic. Welcome to Prague! Day 2 Prague. Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit Hradcany Castle grounds. (B) Day 3 Prague–Passau, Germany (Embarkation). Travel by motorcoach to Passau; onboard welcome reception. (B,D)
NOTES: • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WBP – 12 days). • View reverse details at AvalonWaterways.com. • Departure 0330 (WPB) is offered as an exclusive Beer Tasting Cruise, including lectures and special features at no additional cost. • Departure 0413 (WPB) is offered as an exclusive Habsburg History Cruise, including lectures and special features at no additional cost. • Departure 0406 (WBP) is offered as an exclusive Jewish Heritage Cruise, including lectures and special features at no additional cost. US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WPB • 10 DAYS • PRAGUE TO BUDAPEST
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WBP • 12 DAYS • BUDAPEST TO PRAGUE
Ship
Dept.#
Start Prague
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Ship
Dept.#
Start Budapest
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Panorama Panorama Panorama Visionary
0330** 0413** 0427 0428
Wed Wed Wed Thu
2739 3089 3439 3439
2299 2649 2999 2999
Panorama Visionary Panorama Panorama
0406** 0408 0420 0713
Wed Fri Wed Wed
3319 3319 3519 3819
2449 2449 2649 2949
30 13 27 28
Mar Apr Apr Apr
06 08 20 13
Apr Apr Apr Jul
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. **Special interest cruise Port charges: $147 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Price D Indigo Deck $199 B Sapphire Deck $1,049 A Sapphire Deck $1,099 P Royal Deck $1,199 Royal Suite Royal Deck $1,899
Cruise Only: C ruise WPB–Arrive Passau Day 3 for embarkation between 4 pm and 5 pm. Depart Budapest Day 10 upon disembarkation. Cruise WBP–Arrive Budapest Day 3 for embarkation at 3 pm. Depart Passau Day 10 upon disembarkation.
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24
3
PRAGUE
NUREMBERG
Main Danube Canal
ROTH
CZECH REPUBLIC 7
REGENSBURG PASSAU
GERMANY MELK
Danube River
VIENNA
SALZBURG
BUDAPEST
AUSTRIA
HUNGARY
Prague
PRICED FROM
THE LEGENDARY DANUBE
$2,199
Day 4 Prague–Nuremberg, Germany (Embarkation). Travel by motorcoach to Nuremberg; onboard welcome reception. (B,D)
INCLUDED FEATURES Cruise: Deluxe 7-night cruise from Nuremberg to Budapest in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds
Day 5 Nuremberg–Roth. Choice of Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour or guided sightseeing of Roth. (B,L,D)
Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Prague; superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
Day 6 Regensburg. Guided walk; enjoy a snack at the Historische Wurstküche; beer tasting. (B,L,D) Day 7 Passau. Guided walk. (B,L,D) Day 8 Melk, Austria–Vienna. Guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk. (B,L,D) Day 9 Vienna. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D)
Superior Hotels: Prague
Day 10 Budapest, Hungary. Guided sightseeing, see Fishermen’s Bastion and Heroes' Square. (B,L,D)
ITINERARY
Day 11 Budapest (Disembarkation). Your vacation ends this morning. (B)
Day 1 Arrive in Prague, Czech Republic. Welcome to Prague! The remainder of the day is free to start exploring.
NOTES: • D ue to closure of the Main Danube Canal, departure 0412 will embark the ship in Passau; departure 0426 will embark the ship in Regensburg, both with modifications to the itinerary. • D eparture 1028 is offered as an exclusive Opera Cruise, including special lectures and features at no additional cost. • D eparture 1209 is offered as an exclusive Festive Time Cruise, including special lectures and tastings at no additional cost.
Day 2 Prague. Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit Hradcany Castle grounds. (B) Day 3 Prague. A full day at leisure to explore at your own pace. (B)
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WNB • 11 DAYS • PRAGUE TO BUDAPEST Ship
Start Dept.# Prague
Passion Vista Vista Vista Expression Artistry II Panorama Illumination Impression
0412* 0426* 0510 0524 0528 0530 0607 0614 0618
Tue 12 Tue 26 Tue 10 Tue 24 Sat 28 Mon 30 Tue 07 Tue 14 Sat 18
Land/ Cruise Cruise Only † Ship Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun
3109 3509 3709 3709 3659 3659 3659 3609 3609
2449 2849 3049 3049 2999 2999 2999 2949 2949
Luminary Passion Impression Expression Artistry II Impression Illumination Impression
Start Dept.# Prague 0620 0621 0702 0709 0711 0716 0726 0730
Mon 20 Tue 21 Sat 02 Sat 09 Mon 11 Sat 16 Tue 26 Sat 30
Land/ Cruise Cruise Only † Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
3609 3609 3559 3559 3559 3559 3559 3559
2949 2949 2899 2899 2899 2899 2899 2899
Ship
Start Dept.# Prague
Artistry II Illumination Expression Passion Impression Illumination Impression Expression
0808 0809 0820 0830 0910 0920 0924 1001
Mon 08 Tue 09 Sat 20 Tue 30 Sat 10 Tue 20 Sat 24 Sat 01
Land/ Cruise Cruise Only † Ship Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct
3559 3559 3659 3909 3959 3959 3909 3609
2899 2899 2999 3249 3299 3299 3249 2949
Artistry II Panorama Expression Luminary Panorama Vista Expression Tranquility II
Start Dept.# Prague 1003 Mon 03 1005 Wed05 1015 Sat 15 1017 Mon 17 1019 Wed19 1028** Fri 28 1029 Sat 29 1209** Fri 09
Land/ Cruise Cruise Only † Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Dec
3559 3559 3409 3409 3409 3059 2959 2859
2899 2899 2749 2749 2749 2399 2299 2199
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. **Special interest cruise *Due to closure of the Main Danube Canal, departure 0412 will embark the ship in Passau, departure 0426 will embark the ship in Regensburg, with modifications to the itinerary. Port charges: $147 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Luminary Price D Indigo Deck ----B Sapphire Deck $649 A Sapphire Deck $699 P Royal Deck $799 Suite/Royal Suite Royal Deck $1,399
All other Ships Price $199 $1,049 $1,099 $1,199 $1,899
Cruise Only: C ruise WNB–Arrive Nuremberg (departure 0412 arrive Passau; departure 0426 arrive Regensburg) Day 4 for embarkation between 4 pm and 5 pm. Depart Budapest Day 11 upon disembarkation.
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AVA LO N WAT E R WAY S .C O M
25
3
PRAGUE
NUREMBERG
Main Danube Canal
CZECH REPUBLIC 7
REGENSBURG
DÜRNSTEIN
PASSAU
GERMANY MELK
Danube River
VIENNA
SALZBURG
BUDAPEST 2
AUSTRIA
HUNGARY
Melk
PRICED FROM
THE BLUE DANUBE DISCOVERY
$2,199
INCLUDED FEATURES Cruise: Deluxe 7-night cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Budapest and Prague; see page 12 for additional meal details Superior Hotels: Budapest and Prague
Day 6 Dürnstein–Melk. Guided walk in Dürnstein, see the Stiftskirche; guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk; wine tasting. (B,L,D) Day 7 Passau, Germany. Guided walk. (B,L,D) Day 8 Regensburg. Guided walk; enjoy a snack at the Historische Wurstküche; beer tasting. (B,L,D) Day 9 Roth–Nuremberg. Choice of Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour or guided sightseeing of Roth. (B,L,D) Day 10 Nuremberg (Disembarkation)–Prague, Czech Republic. Travel by motorcoach to Prague. (B)
ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Budapest, Hungary. Welcome to Budapest! The remainder of the day is free to start exploring. Day 2 Budapest. Guided sightseeing, see Fishermen’s Bastion and Heroes' Square. (B) Day 3 Budapest (Embarkation). Morning at leisure; onboard welcome reception. (B,D) Day 4 Budapest–Vienna, Austria. Cruising. (B,L,D) Day 5 Vienna. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D)
Day 11 Prague. Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit Hradcany Castle grounds. (B) Day 12 Prague. A day for you to explore the city at your own pace. (B) Day 13 Prague. Your vacation ends this morning. (B) NOTES: • Departure 1109 is offered as an exclusive Beer Tasting Cruise, including special features at no additional cost. • Departures 1030, 1102 & 1105 are offered as exclusive Wine Appreciation Cruises, including special lectures and tastings at no additional cost.
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WBN • 13 DAYS • BUDAPEST TO PRAGUE Ship
Dept.#
Start Budapest
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Ship
Dept.#
Start Budapest
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Vista Vista Visionary Vista Expression Panorama Artistry II Illumination Impression Passion Impression Luminary Expression Visionary Impression Artistry II Illumination Impression Illumination
0420* 0504 0505 0518 0522 0601 0607 0608 0612 0615 0626 0628 0703 0705 0710 0719 0720 0724 0803
Wed Wed Thu Wed Sun Wed Tue Wed Sun Wed Sun Tue Sun Tue Sun Tue Wed Sun Wed
3789 4089 4139 4139 4139 4089 4089 4089 4089 4039 4039 4039 3989 3989 3989 3989 3989 3989 3989
2699 2999 3049 3049 3049 2999 2999 2999 2999 2949 2949 2949 2899 2899 2899 2899 2899 2899 2899
Expression Artistry II Passion Impression Illumination Impression Expression Panorama Expression Artistry II Panorama Vista Expression Panorama Impression Passion Vista Illumination
0814 0816 0824 0904 0914 0918 0925 0929 1009 1011 1013 1022 1023 1027 1030** 1102** 1105** 1109**
Sun Tue Wed Sun Wed Sun Sun Thu Sun Tue Thu Sat Sun Thu Sun Wed Sat Wed
4089 4089 4139 4339 4389 4389 4339 4039 3989 3889 3889 3739 3739 3589 3389 3289 3289 3289
2999 2999 3049 3249 3299 3299 3249 2949 2899 2799 2799 2649 2649 2499 2299 2199 2199 2199
20 04 05 18 22 01 07 08 12 15 26 28 03 05 10 19 20 24 03
Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug
14 16 24 04 14 18 25 29 09 11 13 22 23 27 30 02 05 09
Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. **Special interest cruise *Due to closure of the Main Danube Canal, departure 0420 will disembark the ship in Regensburg with modifications to the itinerary. Port charges: $147 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available.
Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck. To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Luminary Price All other ships Price D Indigo Deck ----$199 B Sapphire Deck $649 $1,049 A Sapphire Deck $699 $1,099 P Royal Deck $799 $1,199 Suite/Royal Suite Royal Deck $1,399 $1,899
Cruise Only: C ruise WBN–Arrive Budapest Day 3 for embarkation at 3 pm. Depart Nuremberg (departure 0420 depart Regensburg) Day 10 upon disembarkation.
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26
2
HUNGARY
BUDAPEST ROMANIA
Danube River
PÉCS MOHÁCS
6
Transylvania (Extension WBOE/WOBE)
1 BELGRADE
BUCHAREST
IRON GATES
Sava River VIDIN BELOGRADCHIK
OLTENITA
ROUSSE
SVISTOV
ARBANASSI VELIKO TÂRNOVO
SERBIA BULGARIA
Iron Gates
PRICED FROM
BALKAN DISCOVERY
$2,449 INCLUDED FEATURES
Cruise: Deluxe 6-night cruise from Budapest to Oltenita in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Budapest and Bucharest; superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements Superior Hotels: Budapest and Bucharest
ITINERARY
Day 4 Mohács. Excursion to Pécs. Guided sightseeing in Pécs, visit the underground tombs; organ concert. (B,L,D) Day 5 Belgrade, Serbia. Guided sightseeing in Belgrade, visit Kalemegdan Fortress. (B,L,D) Day 6 Iron Gates. Visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site; cruise through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge. (B,L,D) Day 7 Vidin, Bulgaria–Belogradchik. Guided sightseeing to Vidin's fortress and Belogradchik's rock formations. (B,L,D) Day 8 Svistov, Bulgaria. Excursion to Veliko Târnovo & Arbanassi– Rousse. Guided sightseeing, visit Tsarevets Fortress in Veliko Târnovo and the Ethnographical Museum and Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi; or guided sightseeing of Rousse. (B,L,D) Day 9 Oltenita, Romania (Disembarkation)–Bucharest. Guided sightseeing in Bucharest. (B)
Day 1 Arrive in Budapest, Hungary. Welcome to Budapest! The remainder of the day is free to start exploring.
Day 10 Bucharest. Your vacation ends this morning. (B)
Day 2 Budapest. Guided sightseeing, see Fishermen’s Bastion and Heroes' Square. (B)
NOTES: • Bucharest extension available–code WBOE or WOBE • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WOB). • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com.
Day 3 Budapest (Embarkation). Time at leisure; onboard welcome reception. (B,D)
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WBO • 10 DAYS • BUDAPEST TO BUCHAREST Ship
Dept.#
Start Budapest
Cruise WBO Land/Cruise Cruise Only †
Passion Passion Passion Illumination
0420 0629 0907 0928
Wed Wed Wed Wed
3409 3509 3709 3609
20 29 07 28
Apr Jun Sep Sep
2749 2849 3049 2949
Cruise WBOE Land/Cruise 3779 3879 4079 3979
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WOB • 10 DAYS • BUCHAREST TO BUDAPEST Ship
Dept.#
Start Bucharest
Cruise WOB Land/Cruise Cruise Only †
Cruise WOBE Land/Cruise
Passion Passion Passion Passion Passion Passion
0608 0610 0817 0819 1026 1028
Wed Fri Wed Fri Wed Fri
----3609 ----3509 ----3109
3979 ----3879 ----3479 -----
08 10 17 19 26 28
Jun Jun Aug Aug Oct Oct
----2949 ----2849 ----2449
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. Port charges: $126 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Price D Indigo Deck $171 B Sapphire Deck $899 A Sapphire Deck $942 P Royal Deck $1,028 Royal Suite Royal Deck $1,628
Cruise Only: C ruise WBO–Arrive Budapest Day 3 for embarkation at 3 pm. Depart Bucharest Day 9 upon arrival from Oltenita. Flights should not leave Bucharest before 3 pm. Cruise WOB–Arrive Bucharest Day 2 in time for transfer to Oltenita at Noon. Flights must arrive by 10:30 am. Depart Budapest Day 8 upon disembarkation. Flights should not depart Budapest before 9 am.
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AVA LO N WAT E R WAY S .C O M
27
SLOVAKIA VIENNA 2
BRATISLAVA
HUNGARY
BUDAPEST DAPEST
AUSTRIA
Danube River
CROATIA
Bucharest to embark in Fetesti)
BUCHAREST 1 IRON GATES
VUKOVAR V
Sava River
FETESTI (Cruise WOV transfers from
Danube Delta
Transylvania
BELGRADE
10
(Cruise WVO only) NIKOPOL
SERBIA
ST. GHEORGHE
Cru ise WO V
VO eW uis Cr
MOHÁ HÁ Á MOHÁCS O OSIJEK
ROMANIA
CERNAVODĂ CONSTANTA OLTENITA (Cruise WVO disembarks in Oltenita and transfers to Bucharest) ROUSSE
VELIKO TÂRNOVO
ARBANASSI
BULGARIA
Black Sea
TURKEY ISTANBUL
(Extension WVOE/WOVE)
Danube Delta
BLUE DANUBE TO THE BLACK SEA
PRICED FROM
$X,XXX $4,199
Day 7 Belgrade, Serbia. Guided sightseeing, visit Kalemegdan Fortress. (B,L,D)
INCLUDED FEATURES Cruise: Deluxe 10-night cruise from Bratislava to Oltenita in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds
Day 8 Iron Gates. Visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site; cruise through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge. (B,L,D)
Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Vienna and Bucharest; see page 12 for additional meal details
Day 9 Nikopol, Bulgaria. Excursion to Veliko Târnovo & Arbanassi– Rousse. Guided sightseeing, visit Tsarevets Fortress in Veliko Târnovo, and the Ethnographical Museum and Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi; or guided sightseeing of Rousse. (B,L,D)
Superior Hotels: Vienna and Bucharest
Day 10 Cruising. Onboard lecture. (B,L,D)
ITINERARY
Day 11 St. Gheorghe, Romania. Danube Delta excursion; Km 0 celebration. (B,L,D)
Day 1 Arrive in Vienna, Austria. Welcome to Vienna! The remainder of the day is yours to start exploring this elegant city.
Day 12 Cernavodå. Choice of full-day or half-day excursion to Constanta. Guided sightseeing, visit the National History & Archaeological Museum. (B,L,D)
Day 2 Vienna. Guided sightseeing. (B)
Day 13 Oltenita (Disembarkation)–Bucharest. Guided sightseeing in Bucharest. (B)
Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below
Day 3 Vienna–Transfer to Bratislava, Slovakia (Embarkation). Guided sightseeing of Bratislava, visit St. Martin's Cathedral; onboard welcome reception. (B,D) Day 4 Budapest, Hungary. Guided sightseeing, see Fishermen’s Bastion and Heroes' Square. (B,L,D) Day 5 Mohács. Wine tasting in Villány wine region. (B,L,D) Day 6 Osijek & Vukovar, Croatia. Guided sightseeing in both cities. (B,L,D) Dates & Prices: CRUISE WVO • 14 DAYS • VIENNA TO BUCHAREST Cruise WVO Ship
Dept.#
Start Vienna
Passion Passion Passion
0530 0808 1017
Mon 30 May Mon 08 Aug Mon 17 Oct
Day 14 Bucharest. Your vacation ends this morning. (B) NOTES: • Istanbul extension available–code WVOE or WOVE • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (Cruise WOV). • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com. • The Bucharest to Budapest portion of departure 0424 (WOVE) and 0427 (WOV) is offered as an exclusive European History & Politics Cruise, including special lectures at no additional cost. US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WOV • 14 DAYS • BUCHAREST TO VIENNA Cruise WOV
Cruise WVOE
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Land/Cruise
Ship
4889 4839 4839
4249 4199 4199
6456 6406 6406
Passion Passion Passion Passion Passion Passion Illumination Illumination
Cruise WOVE
Dept.#
Start Istanbul/ Bucharest
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Land/Cruise
0424** 0427** 0703 0706 0911 0914 1002 1005
Sun Wed Sun Wed Sun Wed Sun Wed
----4839 ----4839 ----4989 ----4839
----4199 ----4199 ----4349 ----4199
6406 ----6406 ----6556 ----6406 -----
24 27 03 06 11 14 02 05
Apr Apr Jul Jul Sep Sep Oct Oct
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. **Special interest cruise Port charges: $210 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Price D Indigo Deck $284 B Sapphire Deck $1,499 A Sapphire Deck $1,570 P Royal Deck $1,713 Royal Suite Royal Deck $2,713
Cruise Only: C ruise WVO– Arrive Vienna Day 3 by Noon for transfer to Bratislava. Flights must arrive Vienna by 10 am. Depart Bucharest Day 13 upon arrival from Oltenita. Flights should not leave Bucharest before 3 pm. Cruise WOV–Arrive Bucharest Day 2 in time for transfer to Oltenita at Noon. Flights must arrive by 10:30 am. Depart Vienna Day 12 upon arrival from Bratislava. Flights should not leave Vienna before 3:30 pm.
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28
GERMANY Rhine Gorge REMICH
2
METZ
PARIS
RÜDESHEIM
WÜRZBURG
Main River
BAMBERG
Main Danube Canal
BERNKASTEL
7
TRIER
Moselle River
FRANCE
NUREMBERG
PRAGUE 2 CZECH REPUBLIC
Rhine River
Würzburg
CENTRAL EUROPEAN EXPERIENCE
PRICED FROM
$X,XXX $2,699 INCLUDED FEATURES
Cruise: Deluxe 7-night cruise from Remich to Nuremberg in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Paris and Prague; superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
Day 4 Trier, Germany. Choice of guided sightseeing or "Roman Trier" sightseeing, see the Porta Nigra. (B,L,D) Day 5 Bernkastel. Guided walk; wine tasting. (B,L,D) Day 6 Rhine Gorge–Rüdesheim. Cruise through the Rhine Gorge; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim; enjoy a special treat. (B,L,D) Day 7 Main River Village. Guided walk. (B,L,D) Day 8 Würzburg. Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz. (B,L,D) Day 9 Bamberg. Guided sightseeing, see the Old Town Hall. (B,L,D)
Superior Hotels: Paris and Prague
Day 10 Nuremberg (Disembarkation)–Prague, Czech Republic. Travel by motorcoach to Prague. (B)
ITINERARY
Day 11 Prague. Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit Hradcany Castle grounds. (B)
Day 1 Arrive in Paris, France. Welcome to Paris!
Day 12 Prague. Your vacation ends this morning. (B)
Day 2 Paris. Guided sightseeing. (B) Day 3 Paris–Remich, Luxembourg (Embarkation). Travel from Paris to Metz or Luxembourg City by high-speed train and on to Remich by motorcoach; onboard welcome reception. (B,D)
NOTES: • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WNR). • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com.
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WRN • 12 DAYS • PARIS TO PRAGUE
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WNR • 12 DAYS • PRAGUE TO PARIS
Ship
Dept.#
Start Paris
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Ship
Dept.#
Start Prague
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Artistry II Artistry II Luminary Artistry II Artistry II Artistry II Artistry II Artistry II Luminary
0510 0524 0614 0621 0705 0802 0913 0927 1011
Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue
3929 4179 4179 4129 4029 4029 4229 4129 4029
2799 3049 3049 2999 2899 2899 3099 2999 2899
Visionary Artistry II Artistry II Artistry II Luminary Visionary Artistry II Artistry II Artistry II Artistry II
0512 0517 0614 0628 0705 0712 0726 0823 0920 1018
Thu Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue
4029 4129 4179 4129 4029 4029 4029 4129 4229 3829
2899 2999 3049 2999 2899 2899 2899 2999 3099 2699
10 24 14 21 05 02 13 27 11
May May Jun Jun Jul Aug Sep Sep Oct
12 17 14 28 05 12 26 23 20 18
May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Sep Oct
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. Port charges: $147 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category D B A P Suite/Royal Suite
Decks Indigo Deck Sapphire Deck Sapphire Deck Royal Deck Royal Deck
Luminary Price ----$649 $699 $799 $1,399
Artistry II/Visionary Price $199 $1,049 $1,099 $1,199 $1,899
Cruise Only: C ruise WRN–Arrive Remich Day 3 for embarkation between 4 pm and 5 pm. Depart Nuremberg Day 10 upon disembarkation. Flights should not leave Nuremberg airport before 10:30 am. Cruise WNR–Arrive Nuremberg Day 3 for embarkation between 4 pm and 5 pm. Depart Remich Day 10 upon disembarkation.
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AVA LO N WAT E R WAY S .C O M
29
GERMANY
Main River
BAMBERG
Main Danube Canal
WÜRZBURG HEIDELBERG
Neckar River
STRASBOURG Alsace
FRANCE
REGENSBURG
Rhine River
PASSAU
Danube River DÜRNSTEIN
Black Forest
BASEL
SALZBURG
ZÜRICH
VIENNA
MELK
AUSTRIA
SWITZERLAND
Passau
PRICED FROM
NUREMBERG
11
THE UPPER RHINE TO THE CITY OF MUSIC
$4,249
Day 6 Bamberg. Guided sightseeing, see the Old Town Hall. (B,L,D)
INCLUDED FEATURES Cruise: Deluxe 11-night cruise from Basel to Vienna in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
Day 7 Nuremberg. Choice of guided sightseeing or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour. (B,L,D) Day 8 Regensburg. Guided walk; enjoy a snack at the Historische Wurstküche; beer tasting. (B,L,D) Day 9 Passau. Guided walk in Passau. (B,L,D) Day 10 Melk, Austria–Dürnstein. Guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk. See the Stiftskirche in Dürnstein. (B,L,D) Day 11 Vienna. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D) Day 12 Vienna (Disembarkation). Your vacation ends this morning. (B)
ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Zürich, Switzerland. Transfer to Basel (Embarkation). Welcome reception. (NOTE: Flights into Zürich must arrive by 3 pm.) (D) Day 2 Strasbourg, France. Guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral. (B,L,D) Day 3 Excursion to Heidelberg. Guided visit of the castle, see the Great Vat. (B,L,D) Day 4 Main River Village. Guided walk. (B,L,D) Day 5 Würzburg. Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz. (B,L,D)
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WZV • 12 DAYS • ZÜRICH TO VIENNA Ship
Dept.#
Start Zürich
End Vienna
Cruise Only
Ship
Dept.#
Start Zürich
End Vienna
Cruise Only
Luminary Visionary
0508 0623
Sun 08 May Thu 23 Jun
Thu 19 May Mon 04 Jul
4299 4349
Visionary Luminary
0809 0830
Tue 09 Aug Tue 30 Aug
Sat Sat
4249 4399
20 Aug 10 Sep
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. Gateway for arrival is Zürich, Switzerland. Port charges: $231 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Luminary Price D Indigo Deck ----B Sapphire Deck $1,020 A Sapphire Deck $1,098 P Royal Deck $1,256 Suite/Royal Suite Royal Deck $2,198
Visionary Price $313 $1,648 $1,727 $1,884 $2,984
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30
GERMANY Rhine Gorge
WÜRZBURG
Main
BOPPARD RÜDESHEIM
KITZINGEN HEIDELBERG
Rhine River
ZÜRICH
PRICED FROM
NUREMBERG REGENSBURG PASSAU
MUNICH 3 Danube River
BASEL
Neuschwanstein
9
Neckar River
STRASBOURG
FRANCE
Main Danube Canal
NEUSCHWANSTEIN
OBERAMMERGAU
SALZBURG
AUSTRIA
SWITZERLAND
HIGHLIGHTS OF GERMANY
$3,599 INCLUDED FEATURES
Cruise: Deluxe 9-night cruise from Passau to Basel in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds. Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Munich; superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements Superior Hotels: Munich
Day 6 Nuremberg. Choice of guided sightseeing or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour. (B,L,D) Day 7 Kitzingen. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D) Day 8 Würzburg. Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz. (B,L,D) Day 9 Main River Village. Guided walk. (B,L,D) Day 10 Boppard–Rhine Gorge–Rüdesheim. Guided walk in Boppard; cruise through the Rhine Gorge; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim; enjoy a special treat. (B,L,D) Day 11 Excursion to Heidelberg. Guided visit of the castle, see the Great Vat. (B,L,D) Day 12 Strasbourg, France. Guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral. (B,L,D)
ITINERARY
Day 13 Basel, Switzerland (Disembarkation). Your vacation ends this morning. (NOTE: Departure flights from Zürich should not leave before 10 am.) (B)
Day 1 Arrive in Munich, Germany. Welcome to Munich! Day 2 Munich. Guided sightseeing, see the Marienplatz. (B) Day 3 Munich. Excursion to Neuschwanstein & Oberammergau. Visit Neuschwanstein Castle and enjoy free time in Oberammergau. (B) Day 4 Munich–Passau (Embarkation). Travel by motorcoach to Passau; guided walk; onboard welcome reception. (B,D) Day 5 Regensburg. Guided walk; enjoy a snack at the Historische Wurstküche; beer tasting. (B,L,D)
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WPZ • 13 DAYS • MUNICH TO BASEL Ship
Dept.#
Start Munich
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Ship
Dept.#
Start Munich
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Luminary Visionary
0521 0822
Sat 21 May Mon 22 Aug
4689 4589
3699 3599
Luminary
0912
Mon 12 Sep
4739
3749
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. Gateway for departure is Zürich, Switzerland. Port charges: $189 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Luminary Price D Indigo Deck ----B Sapphire Deck $834 A Sapphire Deck $899 P Royal Deck $1,027 Suite/Royal Suite Royal Deck $1,799
Visionary Price $256 $1,349 $1,413 $1,542 $2,442
Cruise Only: C ruise WPZ–Arrive Passau Day 4 for embarkation between 4 pm and 5 pm. Depart Basel Day 13 upon disembarkation. Flights should not leave Zürich airport before 10 am.
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AVA LO N WAT E R WAY S .C O M
31
HOLLAND AMSTERDAM
GERMANY
Rhine River COLOGNE
Rhine Gorge
RÜDESHEIM WÜRZBURG
12 BAMBERG
Main River
Main Danube Canal
NUREMBERG REGENSBURG DÜRNSTEIN LINZ SALZBURG
GREIN
AUSTRIA
Nuremberg
VIENNA
Danube River
EUROPEAN SPLENDOR
PRICED FROM
$4,449 INCLUDED FEATURES
Day 5 Main River Village. Guided walk. (B,L,D)
Cruise: Deluxe 12-night cruise from Amsterdam to Vienna in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds
Day 7 Bamberg. Guided sightseeing, see the Old Town Hall. (B,L,D)
Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
Day 6 Würzburg. Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz. (B,L,D) Day 8 Nuremberg. Choice of guided sightseeing or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; beer tasting. (B,L,D) Day 9 Regensburg. Guided walk; enjoy a snack at the Historische Wurstküche. (B,L,D) Day 10 Linz, Austria–Grein. Guided walk in Linz and Grein. (B,L,D) Day 11 Dürnstein. Guided walk, see the Stiftskirche. (B,L,D) Day 12 Vienna. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D)
ITINERARY
Day 13 Vienna (Disembarkation). Your vacation ends this morning. (B)
Day 1 Arrive in Amsterdam, Holland (Embarkation). Welcome reception. (D) Day 2 Amsterdam. Canal cruise. (B,L,D) Day 3 Cologne, Germany. Choice of guided walk or Jewish Heritage walk. (B,L,D)
NOTES: • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WVA). • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com. • D eparture 0715 (WAV) is offered as an exclusive Wellness Cruise, including lectures and special features at no additional cost.
Day 4 Rhine Gorge–Rüdesheim. Cruise through the Rhine Gorge; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim; enjoy a special treat. (B,L,D)
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WAV • 13 DAYS • AMSTERDAM TO VIENNA
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WVA • 13 DAYS • VIENNA TO AMSTERDAM
Ship
Dept.#
Start Amsterdam
End Vienna
Cruise Only
Ship
Dept.#
Start Vienna
End Amsterdam
Cruise Only
Passion Vista Passion Passion
0520 0715** 0729 1007
Fri Fri Fri Fri
Wed Wed Wed Wed
4749 4449 4449 4499
Passion Passion Vista Passion Illumination
0508 0717 0831 0925 1016
Sun Sun Wed Sun Sun
Fri Fri Mon Fri Fri
4599 4449 4899 4899 4499
20 15 29 07
May Jul Jul Oct
01 27 10 19
Jun Jul Aug Oct
08 17 31 25 16
May Jul Aug Sep Oct
20 29 12 07 28
May Jul Sep Oct Oct
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. **Special interest cruise Port charges: $252 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Price D Indigo Deck $341 B Sapphire Deck $1,798 A Sapphire Deck $1,884 P Royal Deck $2,055 Royal Suite Royal Deck $3,255
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32
HOLLAND AMSTERDAM A AM MS ST TER T GERMANY Rhine River COLOGNE
Rhine Gorge
Main River
RÜDESHEIM
14 BAMBERG
Main Danube Canal
WÜRZBURG
NUREMBERG
REGENSBURG
PASSAU
Danube River
VIENNA BRATISLAVA
SALZBURG
Bamberg
PRICED FROM
SLOVAKIA
DÜRNSTEIN
AUSTRIA
BUDAPEST HUNGARY
MAGNIFICENT EUROPE
$4,299
Day 6 Würzburg. Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz. (B,L,D)
INCLUDED FEATURES
Day 7 Bamberg. Guided sightseeing, see the Old Town Hall. (B,L,D)
Cruise: Deluxe 14-night cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds
Day 8 Nuremberg. Choice of guided sightseeing or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour. (B,L,D)
Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
Day 9 Regensburg. Guided walk; enjoy a snack at the Historische Wurstküche; beer tasting. (B,L,D) Day 10 Passau. Guided walk. (B,L,D) Day 11 Dürnstein, Austria. Excursion to Gottweig Abbey. Guided walk in Dürnstein, see the Stiftskirche. Guided visit to Gottweig Abbey. (B,L,D) Day 12 Vienna. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D)
ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Amsterdam, Holland (Embarkation). Welcome reception. (D)
Day 13 Bratislava, Slovakia. Guided sightseeing, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral. (B,L,D) Day 14 Budapest, Hungary. Guided sightseeing, see Fishermen’s Bastion and Heroes' Square. (B,L,D)
Day 2 Amsterdam. Canal cruise. (B,L,D) Day 3 Cologne, Germany. Choice of guided walk or Jewish Heritage walk. (B,L,D)
Day 15 Budapest (Disembarkation). Your vacation ends this morning. (B)
Day 4 Rhine Gorge–Rüdesheim. Cruise through the Rhine Gorge; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim; enjoy a special treat. (B,L,D)
NOTES: • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WBA). • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com. • D eparture 1028 (WAB) is offered as an exclusive Music Cruise, including special concerts and performances at no additional cost. • D eparture 1219 (WBA) is offered as an exclusive Festive Time Cruise, including special holiday features at no additional cost.
Day 5 Main River Village. Guided walk. (B,L,D)
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WAB • 15 DAYS • AMSTERDAM TO BUDAPEST
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WBA • 15 DAYS • BUDAPEST TO AMSTERDAM
Ship
Dept.#
Start Amsterdam
Cruise Only
Ship
Dept.#
Start Amsterdam
Cruise Only
Ship
Dept.#
Start Budapest
Cruise Only
Visionary Illumination Impression Expression Panorama Illumination Impression Vista Expression Panorama
0327 0429 0503 0510 0520 0527 0531 0617 0621 0701
Sun Fri Tue Tue Fri Fri Tue Fri Tue Fri
4799 5599 5599 5599 5599 5599 5499 5499 5499 5399
Illumination Expression Impression Illumination Vista Expression Panorama Vista Impression Illumination
0708 0802 0823 0902 0912 0913 0917 1010 1018 1028**
Fri 08 Tue 02 Tue 23 Fri 02 Mon 12 Tue 13 Sat 17 Mon 10 Tue 18 Fri 28
5399 5399 5599 5999 5999 5999 5999 5499 5299 4799
Luminary Panorama Illumination Impression Vista Expression Panorama Illumination Vista Expression
0322 0506 0513 0517 0603 0607 0617 0624 0701 0719
Tue Fri Fri Tue Fri Tue Fri Fri Fri Tue
4799 5599 5599 5599 5499 5499 5499 5499 5399 5399
27 29 03 10 20 27 31 17 21 01
Mar Apr May May May May May Jun Jun Jul
Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct
22 06 13 17 03 07 17 24 01 19
Mar May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
Ship
Dept.#
Start Budapest
Cruise Only
Impression Illumination Expression Panorama Vista Impression Tranquility II
0809 0819 0830 0903 0926 1004 1219**
Tue 09 Fri 19 Tue 30 Sat 03 Mon 26 Tue 04 Mon 19
5399 5499 5799 5999 5899 5599 4299
Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct Dec
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. **Special interest cruise Port charges: $294 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Luminary Price D Indigo Deck ----B Sapphire Deck $1,298 A Sapphire Deck $1,398 P Royal Deck $1,598 Suite/Royal Suite Royal Deck $2,798
Other ships Price $398 $2,098 $2,198 $2,398 $3,798
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AVA LO N WAT E R WAY S .C O M
33
GERMANY Rhine Gorge
LUXEMBOURG
RÜDESHEIM BERNKASTEL
REMICH REM CH CH
2
PARIS
METZ
Main River MILTENBERG
BAMBERG NUREMBERG ROTH
WÜRZBURG
14
TRIER
Moselle River
REGENSBURG DÜRNSTEIN (Cruise WBR)
PASSAU
MUNICH
FRANCE
Main Danube Canal
HUNGARY BUDAPEST
AUSTRIA
Cruise WBR stays 2 additional nights in Budapest
Bernkastel
PRICED FROM
Danube River
MELK VIENNA SALZBURG
JEWELS OF CENTRAL EUROPE
$5,299 INCLUDED FEATURES
Cruise: Deluxe 14-night cruise from Remich to Budapest in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Paris; superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim; enjoy a special treat. (B,L,D) Day 7 Main River Village. Guided walk. (B,L,D) Day 8 Würzburg. Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz. (B,L,D) Day 9 Bamberg. Guided sightseeing, see the Old Town Hall. (B,L,D) Day 10 Nuremberg. Excursion to Munich. Guided sightseeing, see the Marienplatz. (B,D) Day 11 Nuremberg–Roth. Choice of Nuremberg Rally grounds tour or guided sightseeing of Roth. (B,L,D)
Superior Hotels: Paris
Day 12 Regensburg. Guided walk; enjoy a snack at the Historische Wurstküche; beer tasting. (B,L,D)
ITINERARY
Day 13 Passau. Guided walk. (B,L,D) Day 14 Melk, Austria–Vienna. Guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk. (B,L,D)
Day 1 Arrive in Paris, France. Welcome to Paris! Day 2 Paris. Guided sightseeing. (B) Day 3 Paris–Remich, Luxembourg (Embarkation). Travel from Paris to Metz or Luxembourg City by high-speed train and on to Remich by motorcoach; onboard welcome reception. (B,D) Day 4 Trier, Germany. Choice of guided city sightseeing or "Roman Trier" sightseeing, see the Porta Nigra. (B,L,D) Day 5 Bernkastel. Guided walk; wine tasting. (B,L,D) Day 6 Rhine Gorge–Rüdesheim. Cruise through the Rhine Gorge; visit
Day 15 Vienna. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D) Day 16 Budapest, Hungary. Guided sightseeing, see Fishermen’s Bastion and Heroes' Square. (B,L,D) Day 17 Budapest (Disembarkation). Your vacation ends this morning. (B) NOTES: • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WBR – 19 days). • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com.
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WRB • 17 DAYS • PARIS TO BUDAPEST
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WBR • 19 DAYS • BUDAPEST TO PARIS
Ship
Dept.#
Start Paris
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Ship
Dept.#
Start Budapest
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Artistry II Luminary Artistry II Artistry II Artistry II Luminary
0524 0614 0705 0802 0927 1011
Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue
6539 6489 6289 6289 6389 6139
5849 5799 5599 5599 5699 5449
Visionary Artistry II Luminary Visionary Artistry II Artistry II Artistry II
0505 0607 0628 0705 0719 0816 1011
Thu Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue
6869 6969 6769 6719 6719 6919 6419
5749 5849 5649 5599 5599 5799 5299
24 14 05 02 27 11
May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct
05 07 28 05 19 16 11
May Jun Jun Jul Jul Aug Oct
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. Port charges: $294 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category D B A P Suite/Royal Suite
Decks Indigo Deck Sapphire Deck Sapphire Deck Royal Deck Royal Deck
Luminary Price ----$1,298 $1,398 $1,598 $2,798
Visionary/ Artistry II Price $398 $2,098 $2,198 $2,398 $3,798
Cruise Only: C ruise WRB–Arrive Remich Day 3 for embarkation between 4 pm and 5 pm. Depart Budapest Day 17 upon disembarkation. Cruise WBR–Arrive Budapest Day 3 for embarkation at 3 pm. Depart Remich Day 17 upon disembarkation.
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NUREMBERG ROTH REGENSBURG P PASSAU
3 PRAGUE CZECH REPUBLIC
GERMANY
DÜRNSTEIN (Cruise WON) VIENNA MELK HUNGARY
Danube River
SALZBURG
AUSTRIA
PÉCS MOHÁCS
Sava River
ROMANIA
BUDAPEST
13
BELGRADE
Transylvania (Extension WNOE/WONE)
1
BUCHAREST
IRON GATES
OLTENITA NIKOPOL ROUSSE VIDIN BELOGRADCHIK ARBANASSI VELIKO TÂRNOVO
SERBIA
BULGARIA
Bucharest
GRAND DANUBE CRUISE
PRICED FROM
$4,449 INCLUDED FEATURES
Cruise: Deluxe 13-night cruise from Nuremberg to Oltenita in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Prague and Bucharest; see page 12 for additional meal details Superior Hotels: Prague and Bucharest
Day 10 Budapest, Hungary. Guided sightseeing, see Fishermen’s Bastion and Heroes' Square. (B,L,D) Day 11 Budapest. Day at leisure. (B,L,D) Day 12 Mohács. Excursion to Pécs. Guided sightseeing in Pécs, visit the underground tombs; organ concert. (B,L,D) Day 13 Belgrade, Serbia. Guided sightseeing in Belgrade, visit Kalemegdan Fortress. (B,L,D) Day 14 Iron Gates. Visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site; cruise through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge. (B,L,D)
ITINERARY
Day 15 Vidin, Bulgaria–Belogradchik. Guided sightseeing to Vidin's fortress and Belogradchik's rock formations. (B,L,D)
Day 1 Arrive in Prague, Czech Republic. Welcome to Prague! Day 2 Prague. Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit Hradcany Castle grounds. (B) Day 3 Prague. A free day to explore the city at your own pace. (B) Day 4 Prague–Nuremberg, Germany (Embarkation). Travel by motorcoach to Nuremberg; onboard welcome reception. (B,D) Day 5 Nuremberg–Roth. Choice of Nuremberg Rally grounds tour or guided sightseeing of Roth. (B,L,D) Day 6 Regensburg. Guided walk; enjoy a snack at the Historische Wurstküche; beer tasting. (B,L,D) Day 7 Passau. Guided walk. (B,L,D) Day 8 Melk, Austria–Vienna. Guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk. (B,L,D) Day 9 Vienna. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D)
Day 16 Svistov, Bulgaria. Excursion to Veliko Târnovo & Arbanassi– Rousse. Guided sightseeing, visit Tsarevets Fortress in Veliko Târnovo, and the Ethnographical Museum and Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi; or guided sightseeing of Rousse. (B,L,D) Day 17 Oltenita (Disembarkation)–Bucharest. Guided sightseeing in Bucharest. (B) Day 18 Bucharest. Your vacation ends this morning. (B) NOTES: • D ue to closure of the Main Danube Canal, departure 0412 will embark the ship in Passau, with modifications to the first part of the itinerary. • B ucharest extension available–code WNOE or WONE • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WON). • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com. • The Budapest to Nuremberg portion of departure 1028 (WON) and departure 1026 (WONE) is offered as an exclusive Wine Appreciation Cruise, including special lectures and tastings at no additional cost. US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WNO • 18 DAYS • PRAGUE TO BUCHAREST Ship
Dept.#
Start Prague
Cruise WNO Land/Cruise Cruise Only †
Cruise WNOE Land/Cruise
Passion Passion Passion Illumination
0412* 0621 0830 0920
Tue Tue Tue Tue
5889 6489 6989 6939
6259 6859 7359 7309
12 21 30 20
Apr Jun Aug Sep
4999 5599 6099 6049
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WON • 18 DAYS • BUCHAREST TO PRAGUE Ship
Dept.#
Start Bucharest
Cruise WON Land/Cruise Cruise Only †
Cruise WONE Land/Cruise
Passion Passion Passion Passion Passion Passion
0608 0610 0817 0819 1026 ** 1028**
Wed Fri Wed Fri Wed Fri
----6589 ----6589 ----5339
6959 ----6959 ----5709 -----
08 10 17 19 26 28
Jun Jun Aug Aug Oct Oct
----5699 ----5699 ----4449
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. **Special Interest Cruise. *Due to closure of the Main Danube Canal, this departure will embark the ship in Passau, with modifications to the first part of the itinerary. Port charges: $273 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available.
Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck. To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Price D Indigo Deck $370 B Sapphire Deck $1,948 A Sapphire Deck $2,041 P Royal Deck $2,227 Royal Suite Royal Deck $3,527
Cruise Only: C ruise WNO– Arrive Nuremberg (departure 0412 arrive Passau) Day 4 for embarkation between 4 pm and 5 pm. Depart Bucharest Day 17 upon arrival from Oltenita. Flights should not leave Bucharest before 3 pm. Cruise WON–Arrive Bucharest Day 2 in time for transfer to Oltenita at Noon. Flights must arrive by 10:30 am. Depart Nuremberg Day 15 upon disembarkation.
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35
HOLLAND AMSTERDAM AMS AM MSTE GERMANY Rhine Gorge
Rhine River Main Danube COLOGNE Canal RÜDESHEIM
BAMBERG NUREMBERG REGENSBURG LINZ GREIN
FETESTI (Cruise WOA transfers from
SLOVAKIA HUNGARY HUN UN ARY UN DÜRNSTEIN ROMANIA BUDAPEST SALZBURG VIENNA BUCHAREST 22 AUSTRIA
WÜRZBURG
Sava River
Danube River
IRON GATES CETATE
(Cruise WOA)
Cr uis eW OA
ROUSSE
BELGRADE
Danube Delta ST. GHEORGHE
Black CERNAVODĂ Sea CONSTANTA OLTENITA (Cruise WAO disembarks in Oltenita and transfers to Bucharest)
SERBIA
ARBANASSI NIKOPOL VELIKO TÂRNOVO
BULGARIA
Veliko Târnovo
PRICED FROM
1
AO eW uis Cr
MOHÁCS MOH OSIJEK O VUKOVAR
CROATIA
Bucharest to embark in Fetesti)
BRATISLAVA
TURKEY ISTANBUL (Extension WAOE/WOAE)
NORTH SEA—BLACK SEA CRUISE
$8,449 INCLUDED FEATURES
Cruise: Deluxe 22-night cruise from Amsterdam to Oltenita in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Bucharest; see page 12 for additional meal details Superior Hotels: Bucharest
ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Amsterdam, Holland (Embarkation). Welcome reception. (D) Day 2 Amsterdam. Canal cruise. (B,L,D) Day 3 Cologne, Germany. Choice of guided walk or Jewish Heritage walk. (B,L,D) Day 4 Rhine Gorge–Rüdesheim. Cruise through the Rhine Gorge; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim; enjoy a special treat. (B,L,D) Day 5 Main River Village. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D) Day 6 Würzburg. Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz. (B,L,D) Day 7 Bamberg. Guided sightseeing, see the Old Town Hall. (B,L,D) Day 8 Nuremberg. Choice of guided sightseeing or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; beer tasting. (B,L,D) Day 9 Regensburg. Guided walk; enjoy a snack at the Historische Wurstküche. (B,L,D) Day 10 Linz, Austria–Grein. Guided walks in Linz and Grein. (B,L,D) Day 11 Dürnstein. Guided walk, see the Stiftskirche. (B,L,D) Day 12 Vienna. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D)
Day 13 Vienna–Bratislava, Slovakia. Guided sightseeing of Bratislava, visit St. Martin's Cathedral. (B,L,D) Day 14 Budapest, Hungary. Guided sightseeing, see Fishermen’s Bastion and Heroes' Square. (B,L,D) Day 15 Mohács. Wine tasting in Villány wine region. (B,L,D) Day 16 Osijek & Vukovar, Croatia. Guided sightseeing in both cities. (B,L,D) Day 17 Belgrade, Serbia. Guided sightseeing, visit Kalemegdan Fortress. (B,L,D) Day 18 Iron Gates. Visit Lepenski Vir archaeological site; cruise through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge. (B,L,D) Day 19 Nikopol, Bulgaria. Excursion to Veliko Târnovo & Arbanassi–Rousse. Guided sightseeing, visit Tsarevets Fortress in Veliko Târnovo, and the Ethnographical Museum and Church of the Nativity in Arbanassi; or guided sightseeing of Rousse. (B,L,D) Day 20 Cruising. Onboard lecture. (B,L,D) Day 21 St. Gheorghe, Romania. Danube Delta excursion; Km 0 celebration. (B,L,D) Day 22 Cernavodå. Choice of full- or half-day excursion to Constanta. Guided sightseeing, visit the National History & Archaeological Museum. (B,L,D) Day 23 Oltenita (Disembarkation)–Bucharest. Guided sightseeing in Bucharest. (B) Day 24 Bucharest. Your vacation ends this morning. (B) NOTES: • Istanbul extension available–code WAOE or WOAE • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (Cruise WOA). • View reverse itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com. • The Bucharest to Budapest portion of departure 0424 (WOAE) and 0427 (WOA) is offered as an exclusive European History & Politics Cruise, including special lectures at no additional cost. US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WAO • 24 DAYS • AMSTERDAM TO BUCHAREST Cruise WAO Ship
Dept.#
Start Amsterdam
Passion Passion Passion
0520 0729 1007
Fri Fri Fri
20 May 29 Jul 07 Oct
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WOA • 24 DAYS • BUCHAREST TO AMSTERDAM
Cruise WAOE
Cruise WOA
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Land/Cruise
Ship
9029 8679 8729
8799 8449 8499
10596 10246 10296
Passion Passion Passion Passion Passion Passion Illumination Illumination
Cruise WOAE
Dept.#
Start Istanbul/ Bucharest
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Land/Cruise
0424** 0427** 0703 0706 0911 0914 1002 1005
Sun Wed Sun Wed Sun Wed Sun Wed
----8829 ----8729 ----9279 ----8729
----8599 ----8499 ----9049 ----8499
10396 ----10296 ----10846 ----10296 -----
24 27 03 06 11 14 02 05
Apr Apr Jul Jul Sep Sep Oct Oct
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. **Special Interest Cruise. Port charges: $462 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Price D Indigo Deck $625 B Sapphire Deck $3,297 A Sapphire Deck $3,454 P Royal Deck $3,768 Royal Suite Royal Deck $5,968
Cruise Only: C ruise WAO–Arrive Amsterdam Day 1 for embarkation at 3:30 pm. Depart Bucharest Day 23 upon arrival from Oltenita. Flights should not leave Bucharest before 3 pm. Cruise WOA–Arrive Bucharest Day 2 in time for transfer to Oltenita at Noon. Flights must arrive by 10:30 am. Depart Amsterdam Day 24 upon disembarkation.
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36
FRANKFURT Main River HEIDELBERG STRASBOURG
FRANCE
Alsace
4
Neckar River GERMANY Rhine River Black Forest
BREISACH
BASEL
ZÜRICH
SWITZERLAND
Strasbourg
PRICED FROM
$1,349
CHRISTMASTIME IN ALSACE & GERMANY
INCLUDED FEATURES Cruise: Deluxe 4-night cruise from Basel to Frankfurt in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
Day 3 Strasbourg, France. Guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral; Christmas market. (B,L,D) Day 4 Heidelberg, Germany. Guided visit of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat; Christmas market. (B,L,D) Day 5 Frankfurt (Disembarkation). Your vacation ends this morning. (B)
ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Zürich, Switzerland. Transfer to Basel (Embarkation). Welcome reception. (NOTE: Flights into Zürich must arrive by 3 pm.) (D) Day 2 Breisach. Excursion to the Black Forest; Christmas market. (B,L,D)
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WZF • 5 DAYS • ZÜRICH TO FRANKFURT Ship
Dept.#
Start Zürich
End Frankfurt
Cruise Only
Tranquility II
1203
Sat 03 Dec
Wed 07 Dec
1349 ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per Category Decks Price person, double occupancy. D Indigo Deck $114 Gateway for arrival is Zürich, Switzerland. B Sapphire Deck $599 Port charges: $84 A Sapphire Deck $628 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. P Royal Deck $685 Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Royal Suite Royal Deck $1,085 Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
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AVA LO N WAT E R WAY S .C O M
37
GERMANY 5
FRANKFURT
Main River
BAMBERG
Main Danube Canal
WÜRZBURG NUREMBERG
Danube River
2
PRAGUE
CZECH REPUBLIC
Bamberg
PRICED FROM
$1,649
CHRISTMAS IN THE HEART OF GERMANY
INCLUDED FEATURES Cruise: Deluxe 5-night cruise from Frankfurt to Nuremberg in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Prague; superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
Day 5 Nuremberg. Choice of guided sightseeing or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; Christmas market. (B,L,D) Day 6 Nuremberg (Disembarkation)–Prague, Czech Republic. Travel by motorcoach to Prague (B) Day 7 Prague. Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and Hradcany Castle grounds; Christmas market. (B) Day 8 Prague. Your vacation ends this morning. (B)
Superior Hotels: Prague
ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Frankfurt, Germany (Embarkation). Welcome reception. (NOTE: Flights into Frankfurt must arrive by 3:30 pm.) (D) Day 2 Main River Village. Guided walk. (B,L,D) Day 3 Würzburg. Guided sightseeing, visit the Bishop’s Residenz; Christmas market. (B,L,D) Day 4 Bamberg. Guided sightseeing, see the Old Town Hall; Christmas market. (B,L,D)
US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WFN • 8 DAYS • FRANKFURT TO PRAGUE Ship
Dept.#
Start Frankfurt
End Prague
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only†
Tranquility II
1207
Wed 07 Dec
Wed 14 Dec
1969
1649 ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. Port charges: $105 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Price D Indigo Deck $142 B Sapphire Deck $749 A Sapphire Deck $785 P Royal Deck $856 Royal Suite Royal Deck $1,356
Cruise Only: Arrive Frankfurt Day 1 for embarkation at 3:30 pm. Depart Nuremberg Day 6 upon disembarkation.
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38
2 NUREMBERG
PRAGUE CZECH REPUBLIC
Main Danube Canal
6
REGENSBURG
GERMANY
Danube River
PASSAU
DÜRNSTEIN
LINZ MELK
VIENNA
SALZBURG
AUSTRIA
Vienna
CHRISTMASTIME ON THE DANUBE
PRICED FROM
$2,049
Day 6 Passau. Guided sightseeing. (B,L,D)
INCLUDED FEATURES Cruise: Deluxe 6-night cruise from Nuremberg to Vienna in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: Buffet breakfast (B) in Prague; superb dining with meals on board featuring full breakfast (B) with complimentary sparkling wine, lunch (L) with complimentary soft drinks, and dinner (D) including complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks; a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
Day 7 Melk, Austria–Vienna. Guided visit to the Benedictine Abbey in Melk. (B,L,D) Day 8 Vienna. Guided sightseeing; Christmas markets. (B,L,D) Day 9 Vienna (Disembarkation). Your vacation ends this morning. (B) NOTES: • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WVN). • View reverse itinerary and/or cruise only itinerary details at AvalonWaterways.com.
Superior Hotels: Prague
ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Prague, Czech Republic. Welcome to Prague! Day 2 Prague. Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and Hradcany Castle grounds; Christmas market. (B) Day 3 Prague–Nuremberg, Germany (Embarkation). Travel by motorcoach to Nuremberg. Onboard welcome reception. (B) Day 4 Nuremberg. Choice of guided sightseeing or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; Christmas market. (B,L,D) Day 5 Regensburg. Guided walk; enjoy a snack at the Historische Wurstküche; Christmas market; beer tasting. (B,L,D) US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WNV • 9 DAYS • PRAGUE TO VIENNA
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WVN • 9 DAYS • VIENNA TO PRAGUE
Ship
Dept.#
Start Prague
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Ship
Dept.#
Start Vienna
Land/Cruise
Cruise Only †
Impression Impression
1127 1209
Sun 27 Nov Fri 09 Dec
2369 2369
2049 2049
Impression Impression
1205 1217
Mon 05 Dec Sat 17 Dec
2369 2369
2049 2049
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates including foreign exchange rates known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. Port charges: $126 Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included. Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person: Category Decks Price D Indigo Deck $171 B Sapphire Deck $899 A Sapphire Deck $942 P Royal Deck $1,028 Royal Suite Royal Deck $1,628
Cruise Only: C ruise WNV: Arrive Nuremberg Day 3 for embarkation between 4 pm and 5 pm. Depart Vienna Day 9 upon disembarkation. Cruise WVN: Arrive Vienna Day 1 for embarkation at 3:30 pm. Depart Nuremberg Day 7 upon disembarkation.
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LAOS HANOI LUANG PRABANG
HA LONG BAY
Extension
Extension
THAILAND SIEM REAP
BANGKOK Extension
Tonle Sap
VIETNAM
CAMBODIA A
KAMPONG TRALACH WAT HANCHEY ANGKOR BAN PREK DAM PHNOM PENH Mekong River HO CHI CHAU DOC SA DEC 7 CAI BE
Siem Reap
MINH CITY
FASCINATING VIETNAM, CAMBODIA & THE MEKONG RIVER
PRICED FROM
$4,069 INCLUDED FEATURES
Cruise: Deluxe 7-night cruise from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap in an outside Avalon Suite with hotel-style beds. Enjoy an intimate river cruise experience with a maximum of 36 guests on board. Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: American breakfast daily (B), 9 lunches (L), 9 dinners (D), including a welcome dinner in Ho Chi Minh City and a farewell dinner in Siem Reap. While on board the ship, enjoy complimentary wine with dinner and complimentary coffee, tea, soft drinks, local beer, and spirits throughout the day. Superior Hotels: Ho Chi Minh City & Siem Reap
Day 6 Cruising: Chau Doc, Vietnam–Cambodian Border Crossing. Visit a local fish farm, learn how to throw a traditional fishing net; visit SAM Mountain and a local market. (B,L,D) Day 7 Cruising: Phnom Penh. Sightseeing by private cyclo including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum. (B,L,D) Day 8 Cruising: Phnom Penh–Prek Bang Kong. Visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and one of the Killing Fields; walking tour of Prek Bang Kong with silkweaving demonstration. (B,L,D) Day 9 Cruising: Wat Hanchey–Angkor Ban. Visit Wat Hanchey and partake in a traditional water blessing by local monks; walking tour through Angkor Ban village with school visit. (B,L,D) Day 10 Cruising: Prek Dam–Kongpong Louang–Kampong Tralach. Visit a silversmith village of Konpong Louang; take an ox cart ride through the countryside; visit a local farmer’s home. (B,L,D)
ITINERARY Day 1 Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Welcome to Vietnam! Day 2 Ho Chi Minh City. Guided walking tour, visit the famous Rex Hotel, War Remnants Museum, and Ben Thanh Market; cooking class; welcome dinner. (B,L,D) Day 3 Ho Chi Minh City. Excursion to Cu Chi Tunnels; afternoon and evening at leisure. (B) Day 4 Ho Chi Minh City (Embarkation). Board your ship to start your cruise up the Mekong River; welcome reception. (B,L,D) Day 5 Cruising: Cai Be–Sa Dec. Visit a cathedral; see how rice paper, rice wine, and traditional candy are made in Cai Be; visit a brick factory, a local market, and the ancient house of Mr. Huynh Thuy Le in Sa Dec. (B,L,D)
Day 11 Siem Reap (Disembarkation). Visit Angkor Thom & Bayon Temple; explore Angkor Wat. (B,L) Day 12 Siem Reap. Visit Banteay Srei, Ta Prohm, and Les Artisans d’Angkor; Apsara dance performance. (B,D) Day 13 Siem Reap. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B) NOTES: • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WSH). • Customize your vacation with one, two, or all of our optional extensions! Add Bangkok (1-night stopover en route to/from Siem Reap or 3-night extension), Luang Prabang, and/or Hanoi and Ha Long Bay. • D uring low water conditions, generally late December to August, we will not be able to sail across Tonle Sap and will fly from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap. No sightseeing will be missed. US$
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WHS • 13 DAYS • HO CHI MINH CITY TO SIEM REAP Ship
Start Land/ Dept.# Ho Chi Minh City Cruise*
Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap
0104 0118 0201 0215 0229 0314 0620 0704 0718 0801 0815 0829 0912 0926
Mon Jan 04 Mon Jan 18 Mon Feb 01 Mon Feb 15 Mon Feb 29 Mon Mar 14 Mon Jun 20 Mon Jul 04 Mon Jul 18 Mon Aug 01 Mon Aug 15 Mon Aug 29 Mon Sep 12 Mon Sep 26
4,899 4,899 4,899 4,899 4,899 4,899 4,079 4,079 4,079 4,079 4,079 4,549 4,549 4,899
Dates & Prices: CRUISE WSH • 13 DAYS • SIEM REAP TO HO CHI MINH CITY
Ship
Start Land/ Dept.# Ho Chi Minh City Cruise*
Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap
1010 1024 1107 1121 1205 1219
Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap
0102 0116 0130 0213 0227 0313
Mon Oct 10 Mon Oct 24 Mon Nov 07 Mon Nov 21 Mon Dec 05 Mon Dec 19 2017 Mon Jan 02 Mon Jan 16 Mon Jan 30 Mon Feb 13 Mon Feb 27 Mon Mar 13
4,899 4,899 4,899 4,899 4,899 4,899 5,099 5,099 5,099 5,099 5,099 5,099
Ship
Start Dept.# Siem Reap
Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap
0111 0125 0208 0222 0307 0321 0627 0711 0725 0808 0822 0905 0919 1003
Mon Jan 11 Mon Jan 25 Mon Feb 08 Mon Feb 22 Mon Mar 07 Mon Mar 21 Mon Jun 27 Mon Jul 11 Mon Jul 25 Mon Aug 08 Mon Aug 22 Mon Sep 05 Mon Sep 19 Mon Oct 03
Land/ Cruise* 4,919 4,919 4,919 4,919 4,919 4,919 4,069 4,069 4,069 4,069 4,069 4,579 4,579 4,919
Ship
Start Dept.# Siem Reap
Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap
1017 1031 1114 1128 1212 1226
Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap Siem Reap
0109 0123 0206 0220 0306 0320
Mon Oct 17 Mon Oct 31 Mon Nov 14 Mon Nov 28 Mon Dec 12 Mon Dec 26 2017 Mon Jan 09 Mon Jan 23 Mon Feb 06 Mon Feb 20 Mon Mar 06 Mon Mar 20
Land/ Cruise* 4,919 4,919 4,919 4,919 4,919 4,919 5,129 5,129 5,129 5,129 5,129 5,129
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates (including foreign exchange rates) known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy.
Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category B in an Avalon Suite on Mekong Deck. To upgrade to a Category A on the Tonle Deck, add $400 per person in double occupancy or $800 in single occupancy.
Port charges: $85
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Irrawaddy River
BHAMO
KYUN DAW KATHA TIGYANG KYAUK MYAUNG SAGAING SHWE PYI THAR BAGAN
Second Defile KYA HNYAT MANDALAY AMARAPURA
10
INLE LAKE
MYANMAR (BURMA)
Extension
1 YANGON 2
THAILAND Andaman Sea
Bagan
BANGKOK Extension
GOLDEN MYANMAR & THE ALLURING IRRAWADDY
PRICED FROM
$5,849 INCLUDED FEATURES
Cruise: Deluxe 10-night cruise from Bagan to Bhamo in an outside Avalon Suite with hotel-style beds. Enjoy an intimate river cruise experience with a maximum of 36 guests on board. Sightseeing: As outlined in day-by-day itinerary below Meals: American breakfast daily (B), 10 lunches (L), 11 dinners (D), including a welcome dinner in Yangon. While on board the ship, enjoy complimentary wine with dinner and complimentary coffee, tea, soft drinks, local beer, and spirits throughout the day.
Day 6 Sagaing–Amarapura. Visit Kaunghmudaw Pagoda, a silversmith workshop, and Soon U Ponya Shin Pagoda in Sagaing; visit U Bein Bridge and take a sampan ride at sunset in Amarapura. (B,L,D) Day 7 Mandalay. Sightseeing including Mahamuni, Kuthadaw and Shwenandaw Pagodas; visit tapestry, woodcarving, and gold leaf workshops; traditional dance performance. (B,L,D) Day 8 Kyauk Myaung. Walking tour through a pottery-making village (B,L,D) Day 9 Kya Hnyat. Visit a monastery and present alms to the monks and see their lunch ritual. (B,L,D)
Superior Hotels: Yangon
Day 10 Tigyang. Walking tour through village and visit to hilltop pagoda for panoramic views. (B,L,D)
ITINERARY
Day 11 Katha. Visit to local market; excursion to elephant camp with elephant ride. (B,L,D)
Day 1 Arrive in Yangon, Myanmar. Welcome to Myanmar!
Day 12 Kyun Daw–Second Defile. Visit a fisherman’s home, local school, and nunnery in Kyun Daw; cruise through the dramatic second defile. (B,L,D)
Day 2 Yangon. Walking tour of the city’s landmarks; visit a local tea shop, Chaukhtatgyi, and Shwedagon Pagoda; welcome dinner in local restaurant. (B,L,D)
Day 13 Bhamo (Disembarkation)–Yangon. Explore Bhamo by trishaw and foot; fly to Yangon. (B)
Day 3 Yangon–Bagan (Embarkation). Fly to Bagan; welcome reception with ship’s crew; traditional puppet show. (B,D) Day 4 Bagan. Watch sunrise from temple; sightseeing including a local market, Shwezigon Pagoda, lacquer workshop, Ananda Temple, Dhammayangyi Temple, Upali Thein, Sulamani Temple; oxcart ride to temple for sunset. (B,L,D)
Day 14 Yangon. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B) NOTES: • This cruise also operates in reverse with minor modifications to the itinerary (WKB). • Customize your vacation with one or both our optional extensions! Add Bangkok and/or Inle Lake.
Day 5 Shwe Pyi Thar. Walking tour through this typical river village to visit a local farmer’s home and see palm candy being made. (B,L,D) US$
Dates & Prices • CRUISE WBK: 14 DAYS • YANGON TO YANGON Ship
Dept.#
Start Yangon
Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar
0107 0127 0216 0307 0327 0416 0830 0919 1009 1029
Thu Jan 07 Wed Jan 27 Tue Feb 16 Mon Mar 07 Sun Mar 27 Sat Apr 16 Tue Aug 30 Mon Sep 19 Sun Oct 09 Sat Oct 29
Land/ Cruise* 6,109 6,109 6,109 6,109 5,849 5,849 5,849 5,849 6,369 6,369
Ship
Dept.#
Myanmar 1118 Myanmar 1208 Myanmar 1228 Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar
0117 0206 0226 0318 0407
Start Yangon Fri Nov 18 Thu Dec 08 Wed Dec 28 2017 Tue Jan 17 Mon Feb 06 Sun Feb 26 Sat Mar 18 Fri Apr 07
Land/ Cruise* 6,369 6,369 6,369 6,429 6,429 6,429 6,159 6,159
Dates & Prices • CRUISE WKB: 14 DAYS • YANGON TO YANGON Ship
Dept.#
Start Yangon
Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar
0117 0206 0226 0317 0406 0909 0929 1019 1108 1128
Sun Jan 17 Sat Feb 06 Fri Feb 26 Thu Mar 17 Wed Apr 06 Fri Sep 09 Thu Sep 29 Wed Oct 19 Tue Nov 08 Mon Nov 28
Land/ Cruise* 6,109 6,109 6,109 5,849 5,849 5,849 6,369 6,369 6,369 6,369
Ship
Dept.#
Myanmar 1218 Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar Myanmar
0107 0127 0216 0308 0328 0417
Start Yangon Sun Dec 18 2017 Sat Jan 07 Fri Jan 27 Thu Feb 16 Wed Mar 08 Tue Mar 28 Mon Apr 17
Land/ Cruise* 6,369 6,429 6,429 6,429 6,429 6,159 6,159
ALL DEPARTURES ARE GUARANTEED.
Early Preview pricing is based on rates (including foreign exchange rates) known at the time of publication and is subject to change; itinerary also subject to change. Final pricing will be available in April 2015. Price is per person, double occupancy. *Dates & Prices above do not include air travel. Participation in this vacation requires purchase of the following flights from Avalon Waterways, not included in pricing above: (1) roundtrip air from your U.S. gateway and intra-vacation air segments; or (2) intra-vacation air segments only, starting at WBK/WKB $635. Required intra-vacation air segments for vacation WBK are Yangon/Bagan; Bhamo/Yangon. Required intra-vacation air
segments for vacation WKB are Yangon/Bhamo; Bagan/Yangon. Air prices in this brochure were effective on January 28, 2015, and their availability is limited. At the time you purchase your tour, air prices may be higher. For current prices and Term & Conditions, please contact your travel consultant or see our website. Port charges: $85 Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available. Prices shown above include cruise in Category B in an Avalon Suite on Irrawaddy Deck. To upgrade to a Category A on the Mandalay Deck, add $400 per person in double occupancy or $800 in single occupancy.
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Machu Picchu
YANGTZE RIVER CRUISES
Avalon offers cruise and land itineraries to Peru & the Amazon River. FULL DETAILS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN APRIL, 2015
Sea Lion in the Galรกpagos
NILE RIVER
Avalon also offers cruise and land itineraries to the Galรกpagos Islands. FULL DETAILS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN APRIL, 2015
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Great Wall
YANGTZE RIVER CRUISES
Avalon offers cruise and land itineraries to China & the mighty Yangtze River. FULL DETAILS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN APRIL, 2015
Pyramids of Giza
NILE RIVER
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Pantone 1805
91M 100Y 23K
37C 2M 82Y
Printed in USA
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Brochure Code: AVAEP16 - US