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Small Ships. Exceptional Experiences For more than 60 years, the Travel Village Group of brands (RiverCruising.co.uk, The Cruise Village & The Travel Village) have been creating memories for hundreds and thousands of happy customers! Many of you will know and have experienced our outstanding, personal service, which starts from the moment you enquire, to the moment you return home. For that very reason, we have won countless awards including “Best Cruise Agency” at the Travel Weekly Agent Achievement Awards - for the past 4 years running! For those who are yet to experience the wonderful world of river cruising, I encourage you to explore our special sailings throughout Europe, India & Southeast Asia. And, to our past guests, maybe it’s time for a change of river or a different cruise line? Don't forget, most cruise lines include extra savings for past guests! Highlighted on selected pages, we have our “Platinum Collection” of cruises. These are sailings from the most exclusive cruise lines, with signature experiences, luxury transfers, combined with the world’s most exhilarating destinations. These itineraries are just a snapshot of what we have on offer!
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7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS ROUNDTRIP FROM BUDAPEST
The Blue Danube
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
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River Cruise Arrive Depart
CZECH REPUBLIC
APRIL 2020 TO OCTOBER 2021 GERMANY
Bratislava
Melk
Vienna, Budapest & Salzburg
SLOVAKIA
Durnstein
Linz
VIENNA Esztergom Salzburg
AUSTRIA
BUDAPEST
HUNGARY
Soak up all that Europe’s most cultured river has to offer, with its wealth of grand baroque architecture, medieval cities, picture-perfect towns and the sights that inspired Strauss and Mozart. Stepping aboard you will appreciate the superb surroundings of your floating luxury hotel for the next 7 nights, with spacious and well-appointed cabins or suites, private bathrooms and meticulously prepared fine cuisine.
ç CRUISE SUMMARY Day 1 Arrive Budapest, Hungary
Day 5 Salzburg or Linz, Austria
Day 2 Esztergom, Hungary
Day 6 Vienna, Austria
Day 3 Bratislava, Slovakia
Day 7 Budapest, Hungary
Day 4 Dürnstein & Melk, Austria
Day 8 Depart Budapest, Hungary
MIDDLE DECK SUITES FROM
UPPER DECK SUITES FROM
£899
£1,249
£1,399
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 1st April 2021
Based on 1st April 2021
Based on 1st April 2021
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So Much Included...
■ 7 visits and tours including guided tours in Vienna, Salzburg or Linz, Budapest and Bratislava; and visits to Esztergom, Dürnstein and Melk Abbey ■ Return flights from up to 13 regional UK airports (supplements may apply) ■ 7 nights on board in your choice of luxury cabin or suite, with river views
NEW 2021 LAUNCH SALE: £200 PER PERSON SAVING ON ALL 7 & 14 NIGHT RIVER CRUISES (INCLUDED BELOW) PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS *
LOWER DECK SUITES FROM
SLOVENIA
■ All meals on board from dinner on your day of arrival through to breakfast on your day of departure (except one lunch), including welcome cocktails, a welcome dinner and the Captain’s Dinner ■ Live classical quartet recital on board ■ Hungarian folklore show on board
Extend Your Stay
Budapest - 3 nights in a centrally located hotel, with breakfast, plus optional guided tours from only £399pp - call for more information.
EXCLUSIVE SOLO TRAVELLER DEPARTURES ALSO AVAILABLE
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7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS ROUNDTRIP FROM PORTO
The Douro River, Portugal
PORTO, PORTUGAL
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S PAIN KEY Excursion River Cruise Arrive Depart
Mateus Palace
7 Porto
The Douro, Porto & Salamanca
Lamago
PORT U G AL
One of Europe’s best kept secrets in one of its most undiscovered corners, explore the sleepy villages and medieval towns unchanged for centuries, amongst the breathtaking rolling hills and terraced vineyard slopes of the stunning Douro Valley.
Day 7 Porto, Portugal
Day 2 Pinhão, Portugal
Day 8 Depart Porto, Portugal
Day 3 Castelo Rodrigo, Portugal
MS DOURO SPLENDOUR
Day 6 Lamego, Portugal NEW 2021 LAUNCH SALE: £200 PER PERSON SAVING ON ALL 7 & 14 NIGHT RIVER CRUISES (INCLUDED BELOW) PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS * MIDDLE DECK CABIN FROM
UPPER DECK CABIN FROM
£1,099
£1,399
£1,549
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 5th November 2021
Based on 5th November 2021
Based on 5th November 2021
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Salamanca Castelo Rodrigo
So Much Included...
■ 7 nights on board in your choice of luxury cabin or suite, with river views
Day 5 Mateus Palace Gardens, Portugal
LOWER DECK CABIN FROM
Vega de Terrón
Barca d’Alva
■ Return flights from up to 10 regional UK airports (supplements may apply)
Day 4 Salamanca, Spain
Pinhão
■ 8 visits and tours including a full day excursion to Salamanca with a walking tour; lunch and a flamenco show; a guided tour of Porto with a wine tasting; dinner at a typical Portuguese quinta; and visits to Castelo Rodrigo, Mateus Palace gardens and Lamego
ç CRUISE SUMMARY Day 1 Arrive Porto, Portugal
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Do
Entre- Régua os-Rios
■ All meals on board from dinner on your day of arrival through to breakfast on your day of departure, including welcome cocktails, a welcome dinner and the Captain’s Dinner ■ Traditional Portuguese folk music show
Extend Your Stay
Lisbon - 3 nights in a centrally located hotel, with breakfast, plus optional guided tours from only £449pp - call for more information.
EXCLUSIVE SOLO TRAVELLER DEPARTURES ALSO AVAILABLE
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14 NIGHTS / 15 DAYS AMSTERDAM TO BUDAPEST
Magnificent Europe
(ALSO OPERATES IN REVERSE)
PLATINUM COLLECTION
AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS
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MARCH 2021 TO DECEMBER 2021
Welcome to absolute luxury! Unpack once, relax and experience the waterways of Europe in five star luxury as you cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam exploring the villages and cities along the way. Start with a night docked in Amsterdam, before heading along the Rhine, stopping at German towns. In Austria, delve into the classical music capital of Vienna, then culminate in Budapest, where its monuments sparkle around you.
Day 1 UK to Amsterdam, Netherlands Day 2 Amsterdam, Netherlands Day 3 Andernach, Koblenz, Germany Day 4 Koblenz, Rüdesheim, Germany Day 5 Miltenberg, Germany Day 6 Würzburg, Germany Day 7 Bamberg, Germany
Day 8 Nuremberg, Germany Day 9 Regensburg, Germany Day 10 Passau, Linz, Austria Day 11 Melk, Dürnstein, Austria Day 12 Vienna, Austria Day 13-14 Budapest, Hungary Day 15 Budapest, Hungary to UK
SAVING UP TO £900 PER PERSON (INCLUDED BELOW) PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS *
TWIN WINDOW STATEROOM FROM
PANORAMIC BALCONY STATEROOM FROM
£3,795
£6,895
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 15th March 2021
Based on 15th March 2021
Based on 15th March 2021
£2,795
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■ Return scheduled flights from the UK ■ Unique cultural experiences in up to 15 towns, villages and cities
ç CRUISE SUMMARY
So Much Included... ■ Home-to-airport transfers by private car (mileage restrictions apply, UK mainland only)
OWNERS SUITE FROM
■ Freedom of Choice sightseeing inclusions ■ 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners on board ■ Complimentary beverages served at your discretion on board, as well as premium wine with dinner (excludes selected drinks) ■ Overseas transfers, port charges and tipping ■ Butler service, room service, complimentary laundry service and champagne on arrival in selected suites
Signature Experiences ■ The Grand Empress Steam Train in Esztergom on departures between April & September ■ Visit Liechtenstein’s City Palace for a cocktail reception and private concert ■ Explore Namedy Castle before a cocktail reception and a piano recital
VISIT US IN STORE: THE TRAVEL VILLAGE, 298 HIGHFIELD ROAD, BLACKPOOL, FY4 3JU
14 NIGHTS / 15 DAYS BUDAPEST TO AMSTERDAM
European Gems
(ALSO OPERATES IN REVERSE)
NEW TRAVELMARVEL SHIP ARTIST IMPRESSION
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T R AV E L M ARVE L
MARCH 2021 TO NOVEMBER 2021
Enjoy the best of Europe After exploring Budapest, Hungary’s grand capital, head to elegant Vienna before exploring some of Germany’s most beautiful towns along the Rhine River and end in picturesque Amsterdam. APT are very excited to welcome you aboard the newly built and contemporary-styled 4* river ships, the Travelmarvel Polaris, Capella and Vega in 2021. These vessels have been custom designed specifically for European waterways and are named after some of the brightest stars in Europe’s skies.
ç CRUISE SUMMARY Day 1-2 UK to Budapest, Hungary Day 3-4 Vienna, Austria Day 5 Dürnstein, Melk, Austria Day 6 Passau, Germany Day 7 Regensburg, Germany Day 8 Nuremberg, Germany Day 9 Bamberg, Germany
Day 10 Würzburg, Germany Day 11 Miltenberg, Germany Day 12 Rüdesheim, Germany Day 13 Cologne, Brühl, Germany Day 14 Amsterdam, Netherlands Day 15 Amsterdam, Netherlands to UK
WINDOW STATEROOM FROM
FRENCH BALCONY STATEROOM FROM
*
OWNERS SUITE FROM
£2,195
£2,745
£3,495
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 15th March 2021
Based on 15th March 2021
Based on 15th March 2021
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■ Unique cultural experiences in up to 14 towns, villages & cities ■ All meals on board featuring 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners ■ Choice of restaurants including fine dining restaurant and McGeary’s Bar ■ On board water stations, plus complimentary soft drinks, beer and local wine with lunch and dinner ■ 14 nights on board a brand-new 4* Travelmarvel River Ship in your choice of river view stateroom ■ Sun Deck with heated whirlpool ■ Roof-top Garden Terrace and bar ■ Overseas transfers, port charges and tipping ■ Travelmarvel Cruise Director, Entertainment and Activities Coordinator, and local guides
SAVINGS OF UP TO £1,000 PER PERSON (INCLUDED BELOW)
PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS
So Much Included...
■ Return scheduled flights from the UK
Insider Experiences
■ Enjoy a festive night of Bavarian food, music and folk dancing ■ Savour traditional Frühschoppen on board your ship ■ Immerse yourself in Miltenberg culture as you’re invited into the home of a local family for coffee and cake ■ Explore World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Castle in Brühl
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Rhine Getaway
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS BASEL TO AMSTERDAM (ALSO OPERATES IN REVERSE)
VIKING MANI, RHINE RIVER
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APRIL 2020 TO DECEMBER 2021
Castles & Cathedrals Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sip the region’s renowned white wines, the roots of its terraced vineyards reaching back to Roman times. Savour the various culinary traditions of Alsace. From Basel and Cologne to Amsterdam, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.
So Much Included...
■ Return flights from London and up to 14 regional airports ■ An included shore excursion in almost every port of call ■ 7 Nights on board in your choice of stateroom, with river views
ç CRUISE SUMMARY Day 1 Arrive Basel, Switzerland
Day 5 Koblenz, Germany
■ All on board meals with quality wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner
Day 2 Breisach, Germany
Day 6 Cologne, Germany
■ Free Wi-fi (Connection speed may vary)
Day 3 Strasbourg, France
Day 7 Kinderdijk, Netherlands
■ Welcome cocktail reception & farewell dinner
Day 4 Speyer & Rüdesheim, Germany
Day 8 Depart Amsterdam, Netherlands
SAVE £1,000pp - BOOK BY 30 JUNE (INCLUDED BELOW)
PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS STANDARD STATEROOM FROM
FRENCH BALCONY STATEROOM FROM
■ On board gratuities *
VERANDA STATEROOM FROM
£1,595
£2,195
£2,545
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 26th March 2021
Based on 26th March 2021
Based on 26th March 2021
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■ Free tea, coffee and snacks any time on board
Extend Your Stay Amsterdam - 2 Nights in a centrally located hotel, with breakfasts, plus optional guided tour from only £449pp - call for more information. Basel - 2 Nights in a centrally located hotel, with breakfasts, plus optional guided tour from only £349pp - call for more information.
VISIT US IN STORE: THE TRAVEL VILLAGE, 298 HIGHFIELD ROAD, BLACKPOOL, FY4 3JU
9 NIGHTS / 10 DAYS LISBON TO PORTO
Portugal 's River of Gold
LISBON, PORTUGAL
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Enjoy the Douro’s beauty & history Experience the renaissance of Lisbon, newly invigorated with trending galleries and restaurants. Explore two of Iberia’s oldest university towns: Coimbra, Portugal and Salamanca, Spain. Roam the port warehouses of Porto. Enjoy traditional cuisine, wine and fado singing. Cruise the Douro River Valley, the world’s oldest demarcated wine region and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This 10 day holiday includes a hotel stay in Lisbon and the added bonus of a visit to Spain.
ç CRUISE SUMMARY
So Much Included...
■ Return flights from London, Birmingham, Edinburgh or Manchester ■ An included shore excursion in almost every port of call ■ 7 Nights on board in your choice of stateroom, with river views ■ 2 Nights pre cruise at Hotel Tivoli Lisboa (or similar) in the heart of Lisbon
Day 1 Arrive Lisbon, Portugal
Day 6 Barca D’Alva, Portugal
Day 2 Lisbon, Portugal
Day 7 Salamanca, Spain
■ All on board meals with quality wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner
Day 3 Porto, Portugal
Day 8 Pinhão, Portugal
■ Free Wi-fi (Connection speed may vary)
Day 4 Porto, Portugal
Day 9 Régua, Portugal
Day 5 Régua & Pinhão, Portugal
Day 10 Depart Porto, Portugal
■ Welcome cocktail reception & farewell dinner ■ Free tea, coffee and snacks any time on board
SAVE £1,000pp - BOOK BY 30 JUNE (INCLUDED BELOW)
PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS STANDARD STATEROOM FROM
FRENCH BALCONY STATEROOM FROM
*
VERANDA STATEROOM FROM
£2,195
£2,845
£3,145
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 25th October 2021
Based on 25th October 2021
Based on 25th October 2021
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■ On board gratuities
Extend Your Stay Road to Santiago - Travel along the scenic coast of Portugal into Spain, with a stop in Braga along the way, 2 nights from only £449pp - call for more information. Madrid - 3 Nights in a centrally located hotel, with breakfasts, guided tour & flights to Lisbon from only £749pp - call for more information.
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Douro Discovery
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS ROUNDTRIP FROM OPORTO
DOURO QUEEN, PORTUGAL
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
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Cathedrals, palaces and port If you are looking for a relaxing holiday where you can explore beautiful destinations, take a look at this inspiring Portugese river cruise, which includes a visit to Salamanca in Spain. Admire the beautiful landscapes and quaint towns of the Douro Valley. And best of all, optional travel insurance is included (or a price reduction if not required).
ç CRUISE SUMMARY Day 1 Arrive Oporto, Portugal Day 2 Oporto to Régua to Pinhão, Day 3 Pinhão to Vega de Térron Day 4 Vega de Térron to Barca d'Alva Day 5 Barca d'Alva to Pinhão Day 6 Pinhão to Regua to Entre-os-Rios Day 7 Entre-os-Rios to Oporto
■ All meals on board including 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners ■ Drinks reception and Captain’s dinner ■ Saga cruise director & Saga cruise escort on board ■ Optional travel insurance, or a discount if not required ■ Selected sailings are all-inclusive on board, please call for full details
OPORTO, PORTUGAL
SAVE UP TO £150pp (INCLUDED BELOW) PLUS VIP HOME PICK UPS
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■ VIP door-to-door travel service – included on all 2020 river cruises ■ 7 nights on board Douro Queen in your choice of stateroom, with river views
Day 8 Oporto to UK
PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS MAIN DECK CABIN FROM
So Much Included... ■ Return flights from London and non UK transfers. Regional flights may be available at a supplement
UPPER DECK CABIN FROM
£1,369
£1,549
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 11th November 2020
Based on 11th November 2020
*
Included Excursions
Dinner at a local quinta, tour of Lamego, visit Figueira Castelo de Rodrigo, sightseeing in Salamanca, Casa de Mateus Palace & a tour of beautiful Oporto including a port wine cellar visit.
Solo Travellers
Ask our team about solo traveller offers on selected sailings!
VISIT US IN STORE: THE TRAVEL VILLAGE, 298 HIGHFIELD ROAD, BLACKPOOL, FY4 3JU
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS BASEL TO AMSTERDAM
Sounds of the 60s and 70s
FEAT URING BB C RADIO LEGEND JONNY WALKER
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
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EXCLUSIVE ONE-OFF SAILING 11th OCTOBER 2021
Includes VIP door-to-door travel service! So Much Included...
Embark on a cruise which pairs some of Europe’s most beautiful scenery and captivating cities with some of the best music ever written. Fly to Basel and step aboard Saga’s brand new luxury ship, Spirit of the Rhine, for a cruise featuring live music from the 1960s and 70s performed on board. BBC Radio legend Jonny Walker joins your cruise to make sure it hits the right note!
■ Return flights from London Heathrow and non UK transfers. Regional flights or coach travel may be available at a supplement.
ç CRUISE SUMMARY
■ 7 nights on board Spirit of the Rhine in your choice of stateroom, with river views
Day 1 UK to Basel, Switzerland
Day 8 Amsterdam, Netherlands to UK
Day 2 Breisach, Germany
BRAND NEW SPIRIT OF THE RHINE SHIP LAUNCHING SPRING 2021
Day 3 Strasbourg, France Day 4 Mannheim to Mainz to Rüdesheim
■ All meals on board including 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners ■ Saga cruise director & Saga cruise escort on board
Day 5 Rüdesheim to Koblenz, Germany
■ Drinks reception and Captain’s dinner
Day 6 Cologne, Germany
■ Entertainment and activities on the ship
Day 7 Amsterdam, Netherlands
■ All gratuities on board
SAVE UP TO £200pp - BOOK BY 31 APRIL (INCLUDED BELOW)
PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS
■ Complimentary Wi-Fi *
STANDARD LOWER DECK FROM
MAIN DECK FRENCH BALCONY FROM
UPPER DECK FRENCH BALCONY FROM
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 11th October 2021
Based on 11th October 2021
Based on 11th October 2021
£1,649
£2,149
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£2,349
■ Optional travel insurance, or a discount if not required
Included Excursions
Strasbourg tour and canal cruise, Heidelberg and Castle visit, Amsterdam city tour and canal cruise or Unique Experience: Amsterdam Culinary Walking Tour
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Gems of the Danube
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS NUREMBERG TO BUDAPEST (ALSO OPERATES IN REVERSE)
PLATINUM COLLECTION
SCENIC SPACE-SHIP, BUDAPEST
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English Channel
Belgium
NEW 2021 CRUISES ON SALE NOW DATES AVAILABLE FROM
APRIL 2021 TO OCTOBER 2021 France
Germany Czech Republic
Nuremberg Regensburg
Munich
Passau
Cesky Krumlov
Dürnstein Linz
7
Salzburg
Waltz through enchanting Europe
Spain
ç CRUISE SUMMARY Day 1 UK to Munich (for Nuremberg, Germany
Day 5 Melk - Dürnstein, Austria
Day 2 Nuremberg, Germany
Day 6 Vienna, Austria
Day 3 Regensburg, Germany
Day 7 Budapest, Hungary
Day 4 Salzburg, Austria or Cesky Krumlov
Day 8 Budapest, Hungary to UK
BALCONY SUITE FROM
Budapest
So Much Included...
■ Return flights from a selection of up to 16 UK airports ■ Choose from up to 21 Scenic Freechoice excursions ■ 1 Exclusive Scenic Enrich Event - see below ■ Up to five on board dining options, from casual to fine-dining. 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 7 dinners
■ Salt therapy lounge, gym & wellness area
ROYAL OWNER'S SUITE FROM
£5,765
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 7th April 2021
Based on 7th April 2021
Based on 7th April 2021
Hungary
■ Complimentary Wi-Fi signal permitting
£3,120
12
Szentendre
■ Butler service for all guests
£2,470
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Slovakia Bratislava
■ Complimentary premium branded beverages on board (conditions & exclusions apply)
SAVE £500 PER COUPLE + FREE CHAUFFEUR TRANSFERS + EXTRA £125pp SAVING WHEN YOU PAY IN FULL BY 31 OCTOBER 2020 (INCLUDED BELOW) PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS *
STANDARD SUITE FROM
Austria
Danube
Vienna
Atlantic Ocean
Perhaps it’s hardly surprising that one of Europe’s longest waterways has so many wonderful attractions along its banks. Even so, every aspect of this itinerary will surprise and delight you. Explore Nuremberg, famous for so many landmark events in history; Vienna, with its remarkable array of elegant buildings; and Budapest, so often cited as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. You can look forward to enjoying it all from the deck of a Scenic Space-Ship in 5-star luxury.
Melk
■ Expert local guides on all tours, plus experienced Cruise Director to guide and assist ■ All tipping, port charges and airport taxes worth up to £465 per couple!
Scenic Enrich
Vienna... Breathe in the opulence and luxury of Palais Liechtenstein. Then be enthralled by an enchanting private classical evening concert featuring the timeless music of Strauss and Mozart, as well as a special dedication to Beethoven as we celebrate his 250th birthday.
VISIT US IN STORE: THE TRAVEL VILLAGE, 298 HIGHFIELD ROAD, BLACKPOOL, FY4 3JU
14 NIGHTS / 15 DAYS AMSTERDAM TO BUDAPEST
Jewels of Europe
(ALSO OPERATES IN REVERSE)
PLATINUM COLLECTION
WüRZBURG, GERMANY
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MARCH 2021 TO NOVEMBER 2021
Netherlands
Amsterdam Cologne Marksburg Rüdesheim
Germany
Rhine
Main-Danube Canal
Bamberg Würzburg
Nuremberg Danube Passau
Rothenburg
Regensburg
Dürnstein
Slovakia
Bratislava
Melk Vienna 14 Salzburg Austria
Atlantic Ocean
Grand palaces and fairytale castles
Spain
This is a journey that will take you through the Europe of your imagination, full of wonder, cobbled streets and childhood fairytales. Today, the sites of ancient battles have been replaced by a tranquil countryside, and thriving towns and villages. Sit back and relax in 5-star luxury on board your Scenic Space-Ship.
ç CRUISE SUMMARY Day 1 UK to Amsterdam, Netherlands Day 2 Amsterdam, Netherlands Day 3 Cologne, Germany Day 4 Rhine Gorge to Rüdesheim, Germany Day 5 Miltenberg, Germany Day 6 Würzburg, Germany Day 7 Bamberg, Germany
BALCONY SUITE FROM
So Much Included...
■ Return flights from a selection of up to 16 UK airports ■ Choose from up to 33 Scenic Freechoice excursions ■ 3 Exclusive Scenic Enrich Events - see below
■ Complimentary premium branded beverages on board (conditions & exclusions apply) ■ Butler service for all guests ■ Complimentary Wi-Fi signal permitting ■ Salt therapy lounge, gym & wellness area
ROYAL OWNER'S SUITE FROM
£4,570
£5,565
£9,365
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 4th August 2021
Based on 4th August 2021
Based on 4th August 2021
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Budapest
■ Up to five on board dining options, from casual to fine-dining. 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches & 14 dinners
Day 8 Nuremberg, Germany Day 9 Regensburg, Germany Day 10 Passau to Salzburg, Austria Day 11 Melk to Dürnstein, Austria Day 12-13 Vienna, Austria Day 14 Budapest, Hungary Day 15 Budapest, Hungary to UK
SAVE £500 PER COUPLE + FREE CHAUFFEUR TRANSFERS + EXTRA £125pp SAVING WHEN YOU PAY IN FULL BY 31 OCTOBER 2020 (INCLUDED BELOW) PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS * STANDARD SUITE FROM
Hungary
■ Expert local guides on all tours, plus experienced Cruise Director to guide and assist ■ All tipping, port charges and airport taxes worth up to £900 per couple!
Scenic Enrich
Cologne... Medieval feast & entertainment at Marksburg Castle. Salzburg... "Best of the Sound of Music and Salzburg Show" Vienna... Classical evening concert at Palais Liechtenstein.
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Delights of the Danube r
9 NIGHTS / 10 DAYS PASSAU TO BUDAPEST FROM LONDON ST PANCRAS
(RAIL & CRUISE)
AMADEUS QUEEN
A NO FLYING, FULLY ESCORTED RIVER CRUISE BY RAIL
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
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An enticing cruise from Austria to Hungary Experience the magic of the Danube as you cruise comfortably through Imperial Vienna and Budapest. Step back in time and explore the Ottoman and Habsburg empires, with plenty of opportunities to taste the regional specialties - a real treat for all the senses.
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So Much Included... ■ 7 Night cruise on board the Amadeus Queen, Silver II or Imperial ■ Escorted throughout by an on board Tour Manager and Cruise Director ■ Return rail travel from London St Pancras, featuring an exclusive meeting point at the dedicated Departure Office
Day 1 London to Nuremberg
Day 6 Vienna, Austria
Day 2 Arrive Passau, Germany
Day 7 Bratislava, Slovakia
Day 3 Regensburg, Germany
Day 8 Budapest, Hungary
Day 4 Austrian Lakes or Salzburg
Day 9 Passau to Stuttgart
Day 5 Dürnstein / Melk Abbey, Austria
Day 10 Arrive London
■ Breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of your cruise with a 5-star dining experience held in a panoramic restaurant ■ Wine, beer and soft drinks included with dinner on board the cruise ■ Guided tours in most ports of call
SAVE UP TO £300 PER PERSON ON SELECTED GRADES (INCLUDED BELOW)
PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS
*
CLASSIC STATEROOMS FROM
DELUXE STATEROOMS FROM
£2,295
£2,995
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 12th June 2020
Based on 12th June 2020
Based on 12th June 2020
£2,195
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DELUXE SUITES FROM
Enhance Your Holiday ■ First class rail upgrades available ■ Door to door luggage delivery service from only £130. Call us for details. ■ UK rail connections - ask us about booking fully-flexible rail tickets from your local station, at competative rates. ■ Pre cruise stay at the Ambassador Hotel in London from only £65pp per night.
VISIT US IN STORE: THE TRAVEL VILLAGE, 298 HIGHFIELD ROAD, BLACKPOOL, FY4 3JU
Glacier Express & Rhine Cruise r (RAIL & CRUISE)
11 NIGHTS / 12 DAYS BASEL TO AMSTERDAM FROM LONDON ST PANCRAS
GLACIER EXPRESS, SWITZERLAND
A NO FLYING, FULLY ESCORTED RIVER CRUISE BY RAIL
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Discover Switzerland 's most impressive railway! Embark on one of the world's finest rail adventures aboard the Glacier Express, before descending down the valley for a cruise on the spectacular Rhine. Enjoy picture-postcard river gorges, iconic cities, cheerful riverside towns and much more.
■ 4 nights hotel accommodation including 1 outbound stay in Strasbourg, 1 night 4-star in Chur and 2 nights in Zermatt
ç CRUISE SUMMARY Day 1-2 London to Chur, Switzerland
Day 8 Rüdesheim & Rhine Gorge, Germany
Day 3 Glacier Express & Zermatt
Day 9 Lower Rhine & Drachenfelsbahn
Day 4 Gornergrat Mountain Railway
Day 10 Cologne, Germany
Day 5 Zermatt to Basel, Switzerland
Day 11 Amsterdam and the Medemblik
Day 6 Strasbourg, France
Steam Train, The Netherlands
Day 7 Speyer & Heidelberg, Germany
Day 12 Amsterdam to London
■ Return rail travel from London St Pancras, featuring an exclusive meeting point at the dedicated Departure Office
■ Guided tours in most ports of call *
DELUXE STATEROOMS FROM
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 20th May 2021
Based on 20th May 2021
Based on 20th May 2021
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■ Escorted throughout by an on board Tour Manager and Cruise Director
■ Wine, beer and soft drinks included with dinner on board the cruise
CLASSIC STATEROOMS FROM
£3,195
■ Journey on the Glacier Express & Gornegrat Mountain Railway
■ Breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of your cruise with a 5-star dining experience held in a panoramic restaurant
SAVE UP TO £100 PER PERSON (INCLUDED BELOW)
PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS
£2,795
So Much Included...
■ 7 Night cruise on board the Amadeus Silver III or Imperial
DELUXE SUITES FROM
£3,895
Enhance Your Holiday
■ First class rail upgrades available
■ Door-to-door luggage delivery service from only £130. Call us for details. ■ UK rail connections - ask us about booking fully-flexible rail tickets from your local station, at competative rates. ■ Pre cruise stay at the Ambassador Hotel in London from only £65pp per night.
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Vietnam & Cambodia Highlights
14 NIGHTS / 15 DAYS SIEM REAP TO HO CHI MINH CITY (ALSO OPERATES IN REVERSE)
PLATINUM COLLECTION
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NE W S
NE W S ANGKOR WAT COMPLEX, CAMBODIA LUKE NGUYEN
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Luxury River Cruising & Touring Discover the local way of life throughout Vietnam & Cambodia on this incredible journey with APT. Cruise along the Mekong River in luxury and marvel at the dazzling cities and sleepy villages that line its banks. The brand new ship on the Mekong River, the enchanting RV AmaMekong, provides a spacious retreat to truly enjoy the lush landscapes of Vietnam and Cambodia.
Day 1-2 UK to Siem Reap, Cambodia Day 3 Siem Reap, Cambodia Day 4 Siem Reap, Cambodia Day 5 Kampong Cham, Koh Pen, Cambodia Day 6 Angkor Ban, Oknha Tey, Cambodia Day 7-8 Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Day 9 Phnom Penh (Border Crossing), Cambodia Day 10 Tan Chau, Vietnam Day 11 Sa Dec, Cai Be, Vietnam Day 12 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Day 13 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Day 14-15 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to UK
FREE PREMIUM ECONOMY FLIGHTS FROM LONDON!
PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS
£5,095
PANORAMIC BALCONY SUITE FROM
£5,390
*
BALCONY TERRACE SUITE FROM
£6,890
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 8th April 2021
Based on 8th April 2021
Based on 8th April 2021
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■ Return Premium Economy flights from London ■ Three nights at the award-winning Hotel Sofitel Angkor in beautiful Siem Reap
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TWIN BALCONY SUITE FROM
So Much Included...
■ Home-to-airport transfers by private car (mileage restrictions apply, UK mainland only)
■ Two nights in Ho Chi Minh City at the Park Hyatt Saigon ■ Unique cultural experiences in up to 11 towns, villages and cities ■ Freedom of Choice sightseeing & dining inclusions ■ 12 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 11 dinners on board ■ Select complimentary beverages served at your discretion on board the new RV AmaMekong (excludes selected drinks) ■ Overseas transfers, port charges and tipping
Signature Experiences ■ Witness sunrise at Cambodia's Angkor Wat ■ Enjoy a Buddhist blessing ceremony in Oudong ■ In Ho Chi Minh City, choose to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels or Long Tan Cross ■ EXCLUSIVE! Dine at Luke Nguyen's Vietnam House in Ho Chi Minh City
VISIT US IN STORE: THE TRAVEL VILLAGE, 298 HIGHFIELD ROAD, BLACKPOOL, FY4 3JU
14 NIGHTS / 15 DAYS NEW DELHI TO KOLKATA
India's Golden Triangle PLATINUM COLLECTION
TAJ MAHAL, AGRA, INDIA
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Sacred Ganges Cruise & Tour Start your trip with five luxurious nights at three different award-winning Oberoi hotels. Enjoy a rare opportunity to see the Taj Mahal twice - once at sunrise and once at sunset. Your Ganges voyage delves deep into India’s fascinating historical and religious heritage, working its charm in myriad ways and leaving you with memories that will forever endure.
ç CRUISE SUMMARY Day 1-2 UK to New Delhi, India Day 3 New Delhi, India Day 4 New Delhi - Agra, India Day 5 Agra to Jaipur, India Day 6 Jaipur, India Day 7 Jaipur to Kolkata (embark), India Day 8 Kalna, India
Day 9 Matiari, India Day 10 Murshidabad & Baranagar, India Day 11 Mayapur, India Day 12 Bandel, Chandannagar, Kolkata, India Day 13 Kolkata, India Day 14-15 Kolkata (disembark), India to UK
■ 7 nights in your choice of river view stateroom on board the stunning Ganges Voyager II ■ 5 luxurious nights at 3 different Oberoi Hotels ■ Unlimited beverages on board, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks and mineral water ■ 31 meals on board, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients ■ 15 excursions including 3 UNESCO Heritage Sites ■ Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
FREE ONE-WAY BUSINESS CLASS FLIGHT ON ALL EXOTIC VOYAGES
PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS SIGNATURE SUITE FROM
So Much Included...
■ Return flights from London with one-way Economy Class and one-way Business Class upgrade!
HERITAGE SUITE FROM
*
■ All gratuities both on shore and on board
MAHARAJA SUITE FROM
£4,796
£6,396
£7,436
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 25th September 2020
Based on 25th September 2020
Based on 25th September 2020
VISIT US ONLINE: WWW.RIVERCRUISING.CO.UK
■ Complimentary Wi-Fi (signal permitting)
GANGES VOYAGER II
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Delightful Danube
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS NUREMBERG TO BUDAPEST (ALSO OPERATES IN REVERSE)
PLATINUM COLLECTION
S.S. BEATRICE, BUDAPEST
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POLAND
Nuremberg Roth
CZECH REPUBLIC
Main-Danube Canal
GERMANY
APRIL 2020 TO OCTOBER 2021 FRANCE
Regensburg Passau
SLOVAKIA
Wachau Spitz Valley
Engelhartszell Danube River
Emmersdorf
Vienna Budapest
AUSTRIA
SWITZERLAND
An extraordinary journey of history, music & art
HUNGARY
ITALY SLOVENIA Name
EMBARK/DISEMBARK
Name
RIVER
CRUISE
CROATIA LAND
FLIGHT
# NIGHTS ONSHORE
UNESCO SITE
So Much Included...
SERBIA
Experience dynamic Budapest and imperial Vienna. Marvel at ravishing scenery as your luxurious ship glides through the Wachau Valley, celebrated as one of the world’s most beautiful landscapes, into Germany and past charming Bavarian villages. Exclusive treasures are plentiful on this delightful journey. Go behind the scenes at a BMW factory to get an up-close view of Germany’s rich automotive heritage.
Day 1 UK to Nuremberg, Germany
Day 5 Emmersdorf (Spitz), Tulln, Vienna
Day 2 Regensburg, Germany
Day 6 Vienna, Austria
Day 3 Passau, Germany
Day 7 Budapest, Hungary
Day 4 Passau to Engelhartszell, Austria
Day 8 Budapest, Hungary to UK
SAVE UP TO 30% + EXCLUSIVE BONUS £200pp SAVING (INCLUDED BELOW)
PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS FRENCH BALCONY SUITE FROM
*
GRAND SUITE FROM
£1,799
£2,249
£5,099
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 1st July 2020
Based on 1st July 2020
Based on 1st July 2020
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■ 7 nights in your choice of river view stateroom on board the stunning S.S. Beatrice ■ All gratuities, both on shore and on board ■ Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks and mineral water
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CLASSIC WINDOW SUITE FROM
■ Return flights from a selection of UK airports
■ 6 days of excursions, including “Choice Is Yours” options, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts ■ Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager ■ Complimentary Wi-Fi (signal permitting) ■ All meals on board, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 7 dinners ■ Captain's welcome & farewell reception plus gala dinner
Extend Your Stay Prague... Spend 2 nights pre or post cruise at a centrally located 5* hotel in Prague. Includes breakfast and selected guided tours! Fares start from £440 per person.
VISIT US IN STORE: THE TRAVEL VILLAGE, 298 HIGHFIELD ROAD, BLACKPOOL, FY4 3JU
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS ROUNDTRIP FROM BORDEAUX
Brilliant Bordeaux
(ALSO OPERATES IN REVERSE)
PLATINUM COLLECTION
S.S. BON VOYAGE, BORDEAUX
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Gironde Estuary
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FRANCE
Pauillac-La-Fayette Cussac-Fort-Médoc
Blaye
Médoc
APRIL 2020 TO OCTOBER 2021
Bourg-sur-Gironde Libourne
Bordeaux
Saint-Émilion
Garonne River
Dordogne River Cadillac
Showcasing the best of Southwest France
Sauternes
Bay of Biscay
Set sail along 3 stunning rivers, the Garonne, Dordogne and Gironde, on one fascinatingly historical and invigorating journey. Explore the country’s breathtaking backdrops, wines SPAIN and cultural treasures across the region in Bordeaux, Fort Médoc, Cadillac, Blaye, Libourne and more. Wander through archaeological marvels, historic landmarks and magnificent vineyards where you’ll be treated to a sampling of quintessentially French experiences. Name
EMBARK/DISEMBARK
Day 1 UK to Bordeaux, France Day 2 Blaye, Bourg sur Gironde Day 3 Cussac Fort Médoc, Pauillac la Fayette Day 4 Cadillac to Libourne Day 5 Libourne (Saint-Émilion) Day 6 Libourne to Bordeaux Day 7 Bordeaux, France
■ Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks and mineral water
Day 8 Bordeaux, France to UK
■ 6 days of excursions, including “Choice Is Yours” options, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts ■ Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager BORDEAUX VINEYARD, FRANCE
■ Complimentary Wi-Fi (signal permitting)
SAVE UP TO 30% WHEN YOU BOOK BY 30 APRIL 2020 (INCLUDED BELOW) PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS *
CLASSIC WINDOW SUITE FROM
■ 7 nights in your choice of river view LAND RIVER CRUISE FLIGHT stateroom on board the stunning S.S. Bon Voyage
Name
■ All gratuities, both on shore and on board
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So Much Included...
■ Return flights from a selection of UK airports
FRENCH BALCONY SUITE FROM
GRAND SUITE FROM
£1,959
£2,299
£6,929
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 2nd August 2020
Based on 2nd August 2020
Based on 2nd August 2020
VISIT US ONLINE: WWW.RIVERCRUISING.CO.UK
■ All meals on board, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 7 dinners ■ Captain's welcome & farewell reception plus gala dinner
Bordeaux Wine Festival 14th June 2020 - Limited cabins remain on our exclusive 8 day Director's Cruise hosted by our CEO, Phil Nuttall! Call our team for more details.
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# NIG
Sensations of Lyon & Provence
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS LYON TO MARSEILLE (ALSO OPERATES IN REVERSE)
EMERALD LIBERTE, AVIGNON
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Chalon-sur-Saône Saône River
7 Lyon Tournon
Rhône River
Viviers Avignon
FRANCE
Arles
An itinerary for the foodies!
Marseille
It's no suprise that the South of France is recognised as the birthplace of photography, its unrivalled beauty comprises the finest examples of French 15th century architecture, with Roman ruins and sun-soaked vineyards nestled at the foot of colossal mountain ranges. Journey to the country's gastronomic heartbeat, Lyon, before enjoying an authentic Provençal dinner on board, hosted by renowned French chef, Fabien Morreale.
■ 20 meals including 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners plus a welcome & farewell reception dinner
Day 1 UK to Lyon, France
Day 5 Viviers, France
Day 2 Chalon-sur-Saône - Beaune, France
Day 6 Avignon, France
Day 3 Lyon, France
Day 7 Arles, France
Day 4 Tournon, France
Day 8 Arles - Marseille to UK
■ 6 EmeraldEXCURSIONS, including visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites
SAVE UP TO £1,100pp + FREE DRINKS FOR 2020 & €200pc ON BOARD CREDIT FOR 2021 + EXTRA £125pp SAVING WHEN YOU PAY IN FULL BY 31 OCTOBER 2020 (INCLUDED BELOW) PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS *
CLASSIC STATEROOMS FROM
BALCONY STATEROOMS FROM
£2,570
£4,170
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 17th April 2021
Based on 17th April 2021
Based on 17th April 2021
£1,870
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■ Airport transfers to and from your ship ■ 7 nights in your choice of river view stateroom or suite
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So Much Included... ■ Return flights from a choice of up to 15 UK regional airports or travel via Eurostar & rail. Supplements may apply
OWNERS SUITE FROM
■ Complimentary wine, beers & soft drinks to accompany lunch & dinner onboard ■ A variety of on board evening entertainment ■ All port charges & taxes, plus all tips saving you £235 per couple on this cruise
Get Active! In addition to the standard shore excursions there is also a selection of EmeraldACTIVE tours featuring bike tours of Lyon & Glun, hikes to the vineyards in Tournon & canoeing excursions in Avignon!
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Danube Delights
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS NUREMBERG TO BUDAPEST (ALSO OPERATES IN REVERSE)
EMERALD SKY, BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
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GERMANY
Nuremberg
Regensburg 7
Munich
Passau Linz
Dürnstein
Melk Vienna
AUSTRIA
SLOVAKIA
Bratislava Budapest HUNGARY
Cruise through the heart of old Europe
So Much Included...
This insightful itinerary crosses into four countries, offering a unique insight into their past and present simultaniously. Guided walks along the cobblestone streets of Germany tell their own story, and city tours of Vienna and Budapest exemplify how times past can shape the future. Celebrate the ancient as it co-exists with the modern in the Austrian and Hungarian capitals, and gain a personal understanding of why the iconic Danube has acted as inspiration to so many.
■ Airport transfers to and from your ship
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■ 7 nights in your choice of river view stateroom or suite
Day 1 UK to Munich - Nuremberg, Germany
Day 5 Vienna, Austria
Day 2 Regensburg, Germany
Day 6 Bratislava, Slovakia
Day 3 Passau, Germany to Linz, Austria
Day 7 Budapest, Hungary
Day 4 Melk - Dürnstein, Austria
Day 8 Budapest, Hungary to UK
■ 20 meals including 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners plus a welcome & farewell reception dinner ■ 6 EmeraldEXCURSIONS, including visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites
SAVE UP TO £1,100pp + FREE DRINKS FOR 2020 & €200pc ON BOARD CREDIT FOR 2021 + EXTRA £125pp SAVING WHEN YOU PAY IN FULL BY 31 OCTOBER 2020 (INCLUDED BELOW) PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS *
CLASSIC STATEROOMS FROM
BALCONY STATEROOMS FROM
£2,420
£3,970
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 25th October 2021
Based on 25th October 2021
Based on 25th October 2021
£1,770
VISIT US ONLINE: WWW.RIVERCRUISING.CO.UK
■ Return flights from a choice of up to 15 UK regional airports or travel via Eurostar & rail. Supplements may apply
OWNERS SUITE FROM
■ Complimentary wine, beers & soft drinks to accompany lunch & dinner onboard ■ A variety of on board evening entertainment ■ All port charges & taxes, plus all tips saving you £235 per couple on this cruise
Get Active! In addition to the standard shore excursions, there is also a selection of EmeraldACTIVE tours featuring a bike tour along the Danube and in Vienna plus guided hikes to Dürnstein Castle, Bratislava Castle & Buda Hill.
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Vineyards of the Rhine & Moselle
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS AMSTERDAM TO LUXEMBOURG (ALSO OPERATES IN REVERSE)
PLATINUM COLLECTION
MOSELLE RIVER, TRITTENHEIM, GERMANY
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
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Germany COLOGNE
Belgium
COCHEM BERNKASTEL
Lux.
Mo se lle
APRIL 2020 TO OCTOBER 2021
AMSTERDAM
Netherlands ine Rh
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LUXEMBOURG France
The highest rated fleet in Europe
Switzerland
Embrace the beauty, history and flavour of the Rhine and Moselle river valleys with their castles and iconic vineyards. Let history come to life at both the Reichsburg and Lahneck castles. Delight your palate with the region’s famed Riesling wines and Kölsch beer in Cologne. Learn the legend of the Bernkasteler Doctor and the tales of Lorelei, and forever cherish the stories and flavours that will transform you during your journey.
■ Return flights from the UK plus all overseas transfers
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■ Award-winning dining, including The Chef's Table speciality restaurant
Day 1 UK to Amsterdam, Netherlands Day 2 Amsterdam, Netherlands Day 3 Cologne, Germany Day 4 Rüdesheim, Germany Day 5 Mainz - Lahnstein, Germany Day 6 Moselle Valley - Cochem, Germany Day 7 Bernkastel, Germany
Day 8 Luxembourg City, Luxembourg to UK
Austria
So Much Included... ■ 7 nights in an elegantly appointed stateroom with river views ■ Unlimited hand-selected wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
■ Sip & Sail cocktail hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks ■ Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain’s Cocktail and Gala Dinner ■ Professionally trained Wellness Host leading a variety of exercise classes ■ Unlimited complimentary Wi-Fi access
AMASIENA
■ Live local entertainment
SAVINGS OF UP TO £300 PER PERSON (INCLUDED BELOW) PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS *
FIXED WINDOW STATEROOM FROM
FRENCH BALCONY STATEROOM FROM
SUITE FROM
£2,599
£3,149
£5,387
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 26th October 2021
Based on 26th October 2021
Based on 26th October 2021
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■ All port charges & taxes ■ Services of a professionally trained Cruise Manager throughout your cruise
Ashore
Small group guided shore excursions with a variety of choices and activity levels, including gentle, regular and active walking tours. Plus experience an evening visit to Lahneck Castle, Germany - an AmaWaterways exclusive.
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7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS VILSHOFEN TO BUDAPEST
Romantic Danube
(ALSO OPERATES IN REVERSE AS 'MELODIES OF THE DANUBE')
PLATINUM COLLECTION
AMAVIOLA, DüRNSTEIN, AUSTRIA
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
0800 009 6852 Poland
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Czech Republic Germany
APRIL 2020 TO DECEMBER 2021
VILSHOFEN ČESKÝ KRUMLOV WEISSENKIRCHEN Slovakia DÜRNSTEIN LINZ PASSAU BRATISLAVA
P
VIENNA
SALZBURG
Austria
Discover the heart of Old World Europe
Slovenia
Those longing for the romance of Old World Europe will get to travel into the very heart of the continent, where empires were built, kings and queens were crowned and some of the world’s greatest music was composed and performed by the likes of Mozart and Beethoven. Grand European cities like Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest forever remain timeless. Admire the beauty of Austria’s Lake District and the Czech Republic’s charming mountain town, Ceský Krumlov. From grand abbeys and fortresses perched high above the Danube to plentiful iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites, be romanced by the Danube with all her regal and romantic splendour.
Croatia
So Much Included... ■ Return flights from the UK plus all overseas transfers ■ 7 nights in an elegantly appointed stateroom with river views ■ Unlimited hand-selected wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner ■ Award-winning dining, including The Chef's Table speciality restaurant ■ Sip & Sail cocktail hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
ç CRUISE SUMMARY Day 1 UK to Vilshofen, Germany Day 2 Vilshofen - Passau, Germany Day 3 Linz, Austria Day 4 Weissenkirchen (Wachau Valley)
■ Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain’s Cocktail and Gala Dinner
Day 5 Vienna, Austria Day 6 Bratislava, Slovakia Day 7 Budapest, Hungary Day 8 Budapest, Hungary to UK
■ Professionally trained Wellness Host leading a variety of exercise classes ■ Unlimited complimentary Wi-Fi access ■ Live local entertainment
SAVINGS OF UP TO £650 PER PERSON (INCLUDED BELOW)
PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS FIXED WINDOW STATEROOM FROM
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Italy
TWIN BALCONY STATEROOM FROM
*
SUITE FROM
£1,999
£2,896
£4,299
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 20th November 2020
Based on 20th November 2020
Based on 20th November 2020
VISIT US ONLINE: WWW.RIVERCRUISING.CO.UK
■ All port charges & taxes ■ Services of a professionally trained Cruise Manager throughout your cruise
Ashore
Small group guided shore excursions with a variety of choices and activity levels, including gentle, regular and active walking tours. Plus experience a festive Oktoberfest celebration in Vilshofen, Germany – an AmaWaterways exclusive.
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Rhine Gems
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS ROUNDTRIP FROM FRANKFURT
STRASBOURG, FRANCE
NETHERLANDS
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
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BELGIUM
DATES AVAILABLE FROM APRIL 2020 TO DECEMBER 2020
2 Koblenz RHINE GORGE
1& 8 Frankfurt 3 Mainz
Rudesheim 7
4 Mannheim RH
INE
LUXEMBOURG
Discover the Rhine's natural beauty
6 Rastatt 5 Kehl (for Strasbourg)
FRANCE
On this itinerary, you’ll travel along the UNESCO-ticked stretch of the Rhine that’s inspired artists, authors and composers for centuries. TOP TIP: Visit Strasbourg’s Notre Dame Cathedral at noon to watch the astronomical clock show. It starts at half 12, but the queues form before that.
So Much Included... SWITZERLAND
■ Direct flights from UK airports, with 20kg baggage allowance ■ Airport transfers to and from your ship
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■ Full board plus - breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 1 UK to Frankfurt, Germany Day 2 Koblenz, Germany Day 3 Mainz, Germany Day 4 Mannheim, Germany Day 5 Kehl (for Strasbourg), Germany Day 6 Rastatt, Germany Day 7 Rüdeshiem, Germany Day 8 Frankfurt, Germany to UK
■ Tea, coffee and juice with breakfast
■ Wine, beer and soft drinks at lunch and dinner ■ Barbecues on deck (weather permitting) ■ A variety of on board evening entertainment TUI MAYA
SPRING SALE: SAVE £300/booking ON SELECTED CRUISES (INCLUDED BELOW) PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS *
SUPERIOR CABIN FROM
FRENCH BALCONY FROM
£749
£929
FRENCH BALCONY SUITE FROM
£1,155
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 5th April 2020
Based on 5th April 2020
Based on 5th April 2020
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■ £120 excursion credit per person, per 7 days ■ All tips and port charges
Cruise Highlights ■ Strasbourg’s pretty Petite France ■ Grand palaces in Rastatt ■ The wine taverns of Rüdesheim
VISIT US IN STORE: THE TRAVEL VILLAGE, 298 HIGHFIELD ROAD, BLACKPOOL, FY4 3JU
Dutch & Deutsch Explorer
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS AMSTERDAM TO FRANKFURT
AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
0800 009 6852 ARRIVAL Airport: Amsterdam Transfer: 40 minutes DEPARTURE Airport: Frankfurt Transfer: 25 minutes
Amsterdam 1-2
POINT OF INTEREST
Rotterdam 3
START POINT E
RHIN
DATES AVAILABLE FROM APRIL 2020 TO DECEMBER 2020
NETHERLANDS
4 Dusseldorf
GERMANY 5 Bonn
BELGIUM
Koblenz 6 Boppard 7
Crumbling castles & cosmopolitan cities
RHINE GORGE
8 Frankfurt 7 Oberwesel
FRANCE
This itinerary lets you switch between two European heavyweights, Germany and the Netherlands – alternating between wide-awake cities and picturesque towns. TOP TIP: Wander Rotterdam’s Delfshaven district. It’s the city’s equivalent to Copenhagen’s Nyhavn, with 17th-century houses, shops and gin bars.
LUXEMBOURG
So Much Included... ■ Direct flights from UK airports, with 20kg baggage allowance ■ Airport transfers to and from your ship
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■ Full board plus - breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 1 UK to Amsterdam, Netherlands Day 2 Amsterdam, Netherlands Day 3 Rotterdam, Netherlands Day 4 Dusseldorf, Germany Day 5 Bonn, Germany Day 6 Koblenz, Germany Day 7 Boppard to Oberwesel, Germany Day 8 Frankfurt, Germany to UK
■ Tea, coffee and juice with breakfast
■ Wine, beer and soft drinks at lunch and dinner ■ Barbecues on deck (weather permitting) ■ A variety of on board evening entertainment BURG MAUS CASTLE, NEAR BOPPARD, GERMANY
SPRING SALE: SAVE £300/booking ON SELECTED CRUISES (INCLUDED BELOW) PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS *
SUPERIOR CABIN FROM
FRENCH BALCONY FROM
FRENCH BALCONY SUITE FROM
£937
£1,149
£1,479
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 31st May 2020
Based on 31st May 2020
Based on 31st May 2020
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■ £120 excursion credit per person, per 7 days ■ All tips and port charges
Cruise Highlights ■ Amsterdam’s art museums ■ The pubs of Dusseldorf’s Altstadt ■ Ehrenbreitstein fortress – the second biggest in Europe
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7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS AMSTERDAM TO BASEL
Christmastime on the Rhine
(ALSO OPERATES IN REVERSE)
PLATINUM COLLECTION
VISTA DECK, RHINE CLASS SHIP
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
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DATES AVAILABLE FROM NOVEMBER TO DECEMBER 2020
GERMANY
Cologne
Koblenz Middle Rhine Valley
Rüdesheim
Mannheim
Strasbourg FRANCE
BASEL
Where luxury is personal. Explore Rüdesheim’s famed Christmas Market of Nations along the city’s iconic Drosselgasse, and the dazzling wonder of Cologne Cathedral’s market, hosted beneath Rhineland’s largest Christmas tree. Wake each day to enchanting panoramic views aboard Crystal Debussy, this elegant allsuite ship features river cruising’s largest standard accommodations. Enjoy award-winning service, farm-to-table cuisine and enriching discovery bridging ship and shore.
Day 1 Amsterdam, Netherlands Day 2 Amsterdam, Netherlands Day 3 Cologne, Germany Day 4 Koblenz, Germany Day 5 Koblenz - Rüdesheim, Germany Day 6 Mannheim, Germany Day 7 Strasbourg, Germany
Day 8 Basel, Switzerland
■ Crystal Destination Discoveries complimentary shore excursions in every port of call
PALM COURT
S2 PANORAMIC DELUXE SUITE
£2,515
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 23rd November 2020
Based on 23rd November 2020
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■ Farm-to-table dining featuring Crystal's acclaimed cuisine
■ 24-hour room service options available from Waterside Restaurant
£2,515
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■ Gratuities for all guides, drivers and shipboard staff
■ Welcome bottle of champagne or sparkling wine plus two bottles of wine in-suite
BOOK AN S5 PETITE SUITE AND RECEIVE A FREE UPGRADE TO THE HIGHEST AVAILABLE SUITE (S5-S1) (INCLUDED BELOW) PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS *
S5 PANORAMIC PETITE SUITE FROM
All Inclusives ■ All-suite, butler-serviced accommodations
■ Unlimited premium beverages including champagne, fine wines, spirits, beers & soft drinks
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Zurich
SWITZERLAND
ONE-BEDROOM PENTHOUSE SUITE
SOLD OUT
Based on 23rd November 2020
■ Unlimited Wi-Fi (signal permitting) ■ Onboard entertainment and enrichment programmes ■ Complimentary transfers between the airport and ship on embarkation and disembarkation days
Return Flights
If you would like return flights or Eurostar booking from the UK, give our team a call for full details. Fares start from only £100pp based on flights from London. Regional flights are also available.
VISIT US IN STORE: THE TRAVEL VILLAGE, 298 HIGHFIELD ROAD, BLACKPOOL, FY4 3JU
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS VILSHOFEN TO BUDAPEST
Delightful Danube
(ALSO OPERATES IN REVERSE)
PLATINUM COLLECTION
DELUXE SUITE BALCONY
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
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NEW 2021 CRUISES ON SALE NOW DATES AVAILABLE FROM
APRIL 2020 TO OCTOBER 2021
Prague CZECH REPUBLIC
VILSHOFEN Linz Dürnstein Passau
Melk AUSTRIA
Unlimited luxuries
Danube River
Vienna
BUDAPEST HUNGARY
All Inclusives
Explore Europe’s majestic rivers aboard this all-suite, butler-serviced ship featuring the largest standard accommodations available. Dine on gourmet cuisine, enjoy premier entertainment and relish the pampering service of an extraordinary crew on this enchanting 8 day Danube cruise.
■ All-suite, butler-serviced accommodations
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■ Farm-to-table dining featuring Crystal's acclaimed cuisine
Day 1 Vilshofen, Germany Day 2 Linz, Austria Day 3 Passau, Germany Day 4 Melk - Wachau Valley - Dürnstein Day 5 Vienna, Austria Day 6 Vienna, Austria Day 7 Budapest, Hungary Day 8 Budapest, Hungary
■ Unlimited premium beverages including champagne, fine wines, spirits, beers & soft drinks ■ Welcome bottle of champagne or sparkling wine plus two bottles of wine in-suite ■ 24-hour room service options available from Waterside Restaurant ■ Crystal Destination Discoveries complimentary shore excursions in every port of call
CRYSTAL MAHLER
BOOK AN S5 PETITE SUITE AND RECEIVE A FREE UPGRADE TO THE HIGHEST AVAILABLE SUITE (S5-S1) (INCLUDED BELOW) PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS *
S5 PANORAMIC PETITE SUITE FROM
■ Gratuities for all guides, drivers and shipboard staff
S2 PANORAMIC DELUXE SUITE
ONE-BEDROOM PENTHOUSE SUITE
£2,897
£2,897
£7,999
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 11th April 2021
Based on 11th April 2021
Based on 11th April 2021
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■ Unlimited Wi-Fi (signal permitting) ■ Onboard entertainment and enrichment programmes ■ Complimentary transfers between the airport and ship on embarkation and disembarkation days
Return Flights
If you would like return flights or Eurostar booking from the UK, give our team a call for full details. Fares start from only £100pp based on flights from London. Regional flights are also available.
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Romantic Rhine
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS AMSTERDAM TO BASEL (ALSO OPERATES IN REVERSE)
PANORAMA BALCONY SUITE
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
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APRIL 2020 TO NOVEMBER 2021
All the ingredients for a happy cruise! River cruising with Avalon Waterways is the epitome of relaxed luxury. Their beautiful ships are small and intimate, offering a refined but unpretentious atmosphere. One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, taking you across Germany - and touching in Holland, France, and Switzerland!
ç CRUISE SUMMARY Day 1 Arrive Amsterdam, Holland Day 2 Amsterdam, Holland Day 3 Cologne, Germany Day 4 Rüdesheim, Germany Day 5 Mainz (for Heidelberg), Germany Day 6 Strasbourg, France Day 7 Breisach (for Black Forest), Germany
Day 8 Depart Basel, Switzerland
■ Wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinners on board
PRIVATE HOME PICK UPS
PANORAMA SUITE FROM
ROYAL SUITE FROM
£2,019
£4,409
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 31st October 2020
Based on 31st October 2020
Based on 31st October 2020
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■ 7 nights on board in your choice of deluxe stateroom, with river views
■ All meals on board including full breakfast, buffet lunch and waiter service evening meal
£1,649
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■ Private door-to-door home pick-up service by executive car on 2020 cruises, UK mainland only & mileage restrictions apply.
■ Excursions and sightseeing trips with Local Guides and a choice of optional tours; (headsets provided on excursions)
SAVE UP TO 45% ON SELECTED SAILINGS (INCLUDED BELOW) PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS *
DELUXE STATEROOM FROM
So Much Included...
■ Return flights from London, regional airports may be available at a supplement
■ Afternoon tea with cakes and sweet treats; choice of premium teas and coffees & soft drinks throughout the day ■ On board lectures, activities and nightly piano music ■ Free Wi-fi (Connection speed may vary) ■ Captain's welcome cocktail reception & farewell gala dinner ■ All transfers, local port charges and airport taxes ■ On board gratuities for Cruise Director and crew
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8 NIGHTS / 9 DAYS ROUNDTRIP FROM PARIS
Reflections on the Seine
PARIS, FRANCE
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
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APRIL 2020 TO NOVEMBER 2021
LE HAVRE NORMANDY BEACHES
CAUDEBEC
HONFLEUR
ROUEN
7 Normandy Seine River
LES ANDELYS GIVERNY
FRANCE
VERNON CONFLANS
The city of lights
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You’ll long reflect on this remarkable cruise on the Seine, with panoramic views and the remembrances of history, heroes, and artists brought to life.
ç CRUISE SUMMARY Day 8 Paris, France
Day 2 Paris - Le Havre, France
Day 9 Paris, France to UK
■ 8 nights on board in your choice of deluxe stateroom, with river views
Day 3 Le Havre, France
■ Excursions and sightseeing trips with local guides and a choice of optional tours; (headsets provided on excursions)
Day 4 Caudebec (for Normandy), France Day 5 Rouen, France
■ All meals on board including full breakfast, buffet lunch and waiter service evening meal
Day 6 Les Andelys - Vernon, France AVALON TAPESTRY II
■ Wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinners on board
SAVE UP TO 45% ON SELECTED SAILINGS (INCLUDED BELOW)
PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS DELUXE STATEROOM FROM
So Much Included...
■ Return flights from London, regional airports may be available at a supplement ■ Private door-to-door home pick-up service by executive car on 2020 cruises, UK mainland only & mileage restrictions apply.
Day 1 UK to Paris, France
Day 7 Conflans, France
AUVERSSUR-OISE
PARIS
PANORAMA SUITE FROM
*
ROYAL SUITE FROM
£1,875
£2,499
£4,869
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 16th June 2020
Based on 16th June 2020
Based on 16th June 2020
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■ Afternoon tea with cakes and sweet treats; choice of premium teas and coffees & soft drinks throughout the day ■ On board lectures, activities and nightly piano music ■ Free Wi-fi (Connection speed may vary) ■ Captain's welcome cocktail reception & farewell gala dinner ■ All transfers, local port charges and airport taxes ■ On board gratuities for Cruise Director and crew
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Rhine & Moselle
7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS BASEL TO COLOGNE
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
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BRABANT, COLOGNE, GERMANY
DATES AVAILABLE FROM JULY 2020 TO SEPTEMBER 2020
Iconic landmarks This absorbing journey brings an array of historic landmarks into focus. A mixtures of architectural styles will be revealed, from the impressive stained-glass windows of Cologne's dramatic Gothic cathedral, to the fascinating astronomical clock which resides in Strasbourg's Cathedral Notre-Dame. In just a week you'll visit 5 impressive & enchanting destinations within Switzerland, France and Germany.
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SPEYER, GERMANY
Day 1 UK to Basel, Switzerland Day 2 Strasbourg, France Day 3 Speyer, Germany Day 4 Koblenz & Middle Rhine Valley Day 5 Koblenz & Lower Moselle Valley Day 6 Cochem, Germany Day 7 Cologne, Germany Day 8 Cologne, Germany to UK
■ Complimentary afternoon tea & coffee with sandwiches and cakes ■ Welcome cocktail reception, welcome dinner and Captain’s gala dinner ■ Complimentary Wi-Fi
STRAUSS SUITE FROM
MOZART SUITE FROM
£1,699
£1,849
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 2nd August 2020
Based on 2nd August 2020
Based on 2nd August 2020
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■ Tempting cuisine every day throughout your cruise – with ‘early riser’ breakfast, breakfast buffet, casual lunch, five-course à la carte dinner and late-night snacks
■ Complimentary tea & coffee station 24 hours a day
£1,499
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■ Comfortable en suite accommodation with TV, hairdryer, safe and individually controlled air conditioning
■ Free dining drinks & tips on selected departures
FREE DINING DRINKS & TIPS ON SELECTED CRUISES PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS *
STANDARD SUITE FROM
So Much Included...
■ Return flights & non UK transfers
■ All local taxes and port charges (where collectable in advance) ■ Complimentary bike hire
Cruise Highlights ■ Sail through the spectacular Rhine Gorge, with castles perched on hills around every corner ■ Enjoy Saturday in Cologne and see the most popular attraction in Germany, its Gothic twin-spired Cathedral
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Eastern Europe Discovery
14 NIGHTS / 15 DAYS ROUNDTRIP FROM BUDAPEST
BRABANT, BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
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All the way to the Danube Delta! As you sail the mighty Danube all the way to the Danube Delta, you’re in for unforgettable experiences throughout this winding journey of discovery across Europe. Visits to incredible destinations in four beautiful and diverse countries provide opportunities for rewarding exploration ashore, complemented by spellbinding scenic cruising aboard Brabant.
ç CRUISE SUMMARY Day 1 UK to Budapest, Hungary Day 2 Vukovar, Croatia Day 3 Belgrade, Serbia Day 4 Donji Milanovac & Iron Gates, Serbia Day 5 Vidin, Bulgaria Day 6 Ruse & Lower Danube, Bulgaria Day 7 Galati, Romania Day 8 St Gheorghe, Romania
STRAUSS SUITE FROM
■ Free dining drinks & tips on selected departures ■ Complimentary tea & coffee station 24 hours a day ■ Complimentary afternoon tea & coffee with sandwiches and cakes ■ Welcome cocktail reception, welcome dinner and Captain’s gala dinner
MOZART SUITE FROM
£2,799
£3,299
£3,499
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
PER PERSON
Based on 3rd May 2020
Based on 3rd May 2020
Based on 3rd May 2020
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■ Comfortable en suite accommodation with TV, hairdryer, safe and individually controlled air conditioning ■ Tempting cuisine every day throughout your cruise – with ‘early riser’ breakfast, breakfast buffet, casual lunch, five-course à la carte dinner and late-night snacks
Day 9 Fetesti, Romania Day 10 Cetate, Romania Day 11 Turnu Severin, Romania Day 12 Novi Sad, Serbia Day 13 Kalocsa, Hungary Day 14 Budapest, Hungary Day 15 Budapest, Hungary to UK
FREE DINING DRINKS & TIPS ON SELECTED CRUISES PLUS... AFTERNOON TEA FOR 2 AT BETTYS CAFE TEA ROOMS *
STANDARD SUITE FROM
So Much Included...
■ Return flights & non UK transfers
■ Complimentary Wi-Fi ■ All local taxes and port charges (where collectable in advance) ■ Complimentary bike hire
Cruise Highlights ■ Voyage all the way to the Black Sea and the Danube Delta’s wildlife-rich Biosphere Reserve ■ Experience sailing through the towering Iron Gates Gorge
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
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Our dedicated river cruise team comprises of over 100 years of industry experience, and it’s this level of understanding and expertise that has helped create some truly amazing holidays. Using relationships forged with cruise lines over years, our river cruise specialists go the extra mile to ensure each trip is that extra bit special for each and every customer. If you’re in the area, why not call in for a coffee and a chat at our Travel Village store, Highfield Road, South Shore, Blackpool. We’re open Monday to Friday 9am - 5.30pm and Saturdays 9am - 5pm.
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