Avalon Waterways preview of 2016

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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

experience…every time.

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Best Overall River Cruising

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.#

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II Affinity Poetry II

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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

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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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ADD INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS TO YOUR VACATION! Competitive prices without the hassle. Free airport transfers included on brochure dates.

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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

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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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AVA LO N WAT E R WAY S .C O M

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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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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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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34

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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AVA LO N WAT E R WAY S .C O M

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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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.

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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

Avalon also offers a cruise and land itinerary to Egypt & its legendary Nile River.

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Pantone 1805

91M 100Y 23K

37C 2M 82Y

Printed in USA

CONTACT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT I CALL AVALON AT 1-877-380-1540 I VISIT AVALONWATERWAYS.COM

Brochure Code: AVAEP16 - US