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THE FUTURE OF RIVER CRUISING HAS ARRIVED We never set out to reinvent the river cruise, our goal has always been to improve the experience through a combination of innovation and evolution. Whether you’re a regular on the waters or you’re ready to embark on your first ever voyage, the feeling you get the first time you step on board one of our revolutionary Star-Ships is the same: surprise and joy. With a collection of 8 to 17 day itineraries throughout Europe and France, the time has come to let us inspire your next journey of discovery.
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INTRODUCING A GROUND-BREAKING FLEET Rather than mass produce a legion of identical river cruise ships to take you down every which waterway possible, Emerld Waterways has taken its precious time and created an intimate fleet of revolutionary vessels called Star-Ships. Custom built to offer more space per guest than most other ships on Europe’s waters, each visionary ship features unique on-board innovations, like an ingenious heated pool that turns into a cinema at night, in a quest to bring the highlights of ocean cruising to the rivers of Europe. From the stylish finishing touches in our Horizon Bar and Lounge to every perfectly finished suite, you’ll find distinction in the detail aboard an Emerald Star-Ship.
IT’S ALL INCLUDED IN THE PRICE: Return flights from a choice of 5 UK airports All meals at Reflections Restaurant Al-fresco dining on The Terrace On-board heated pool and cinema Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner Unlimited tea and coffee Bottled water in your cabin (restocked daily) Shore excursions almost every day Extra special experiences with EmeraldPLUS Complimentary Wi-Fi on-board All port charges and airport taxes Emerald Sun, Rhine Gorge
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SPACIOUS SUITES AND STATEROOMS Pick from one of five spacious and elegantly furnished suites and staterooms, each of which features a hotel-style bed, flat screen TV and infotainment system, individual climate control and free Wi-Fi.
OUR UNIQUE HEATED POOL
DINE AL-FRESCO EVERY DAY
Start every day with a refreshing dip in our on-board heated pool. This cosy area is also the ideal place to unwind with a book and a complimentary coffee. On select evenings the pool transforms into a cinema.
Watch the sun rise with your morning tea or coffee, or enjoy a café-style light lunch on The Terrace, a comfortable outdoor oasis located at the bow of your ship. Dining with a panoramic view – perfection.
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ENJOY ENDLESS VIEWS All balcony suites feature an ingenious open-air balcony system which drops down to let the fresh air in and unveil full panoramic views of the idyllic scenery at the touch of a button.
IT’S ALL INCLUDED IN THE PRICE Flights, accommodation, dining, experiences, excursions, entertainment and drinks with lunch and dinner – you wouldn’t expect all this on a river cruise, but you can look forward to it with Emerald Waterways.
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CRUISE CRITIC AWARD WINNERS The seasoned experts at Cruise Critic awarded Emerald Star and Emerald Sky the title of ‘Best New River Cruise Ships’ in the 2014 Cruise Critic Editors’ Picks Awards.
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YOUR ON-BOARD OASIS The Sun Deck
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Cruising the rivers of Europe aboard an Emerald Star-Ship is a flexible and liberating experience. Whether you’re cutting a path through the stunning Rhine Gorge, edging into the city of Budapest or docked in Bratislava for the day, you will always find time to take advantage of the plentiful amenities and innovative features available on-board your visionary vessel. Stationary or sailing, it’s up to you how you spend your time.
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From the moment you step on-board you’re greeted by a stunning three-tiered atrium, the sort of centrepiece you might expect to find in a boutique hotel. Meander further down the ship and you’ll find our stylish Horizon Bar and Lounge, a fully equipped fitness area, relaxing wellness centre, hairdressers and the inventive pool and cinema sanctuary at the ship’s stern. And when the sun’s beaming down, our panoramic Sun Deck is the ideal place to unwind and savour the endless serenity of the river. With the perfect combination of included excursions and free time, you’ll soon become accustomed to the exceptional facilities at your disposal on an Emerald cruise.
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DANUBE DELIGHTS 8 DAYS NUREMBURG - BUDAPEST Day 1 Arrive Nuremberg On arrival at the airport in Munich, you’ll be met by a friendly Emerald Waterways representative and transferred by coach to your award-winning ship in Nuremberg. Included meals: dinner.
Day 2 Kelheim - Regensburg This morning’s sailing takes you through the final stretch of the fascinating Main-Danube Canal to Kelheim. As you cruise along the Danube River you’ll reach Regensburg, one of Germany’s best preserved Medieval cities. On your guided walking tour you’ll have the chance to admire one of the oldest bridges crossing the Danube as well as the city’s architectural highlights. This evening, entertainment comes courtesy of a traditional Bavarian Band, playing a selection of fantastic folk music into the night while you relax with a drink. EmeraldPLUS: evening entertainment with a traditional Bavarian Band. Included excursions: a guided tour of Regensburg. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and Welcome Gala Dinner.
Day 3 Passau Situated at the confluence of the rivers Danube,
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Inn and Ilz, today you’re visiting Passau – the “Three Rivers City”. On this morning’s walking tour, you’ll stroll through the cobblestone streets and narrow alleys before emerging to find the perfect view of the hilltop Oberhaus Fortress. Included excursions: a walking tour of Passau. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
GERMANY Weltenburg
Day 4 Melk - Dürnstein Your tour of Austria’s wine-growing region begins in Melk - a pretty town situated on the south bank of the Danube River. Here you’ll explore a 900-year old Benedictine abbey which is located above the town on a splendid rocky outcrop overlooking where the Danube joins the Wachau Valley - an Austrian valley with a picturesque landscape. Later, you’ll sail to Dürnstein through the great Wachau Valley.
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EmeraldPLUS: a guided tour of Melk Abbey. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 5 Vienna Today, we take you on an icon-filled coach tour along the Ringstrasse where you’ll see Vienna’s world-famous Opera House, Burgtheatre, Town Hall and Hofburg Imperial Palace, before hopping off to explore on foot.
Vienna, Austria
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Dürnstein, Wachau Valley
You’ll then head to the centre of Vienna where St Stephen’s cathedral stands proud and majestic in the main square. From its dizzy heights, you’ll be able to take in the city’s fabulous sights from a truly unique vantage point. Included excursions: a sightseeing drive along the Ringstrasse and a walking tour of Vienna. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Melk Abbey, Austria
Day 6 Bratislava Today you’ll experience the bustling pedestrian plazas and stylish street cafés of Bratislava. And for a more profound insight, you’ll be taken on a sightseeing tour of the Old Town - home to a plethora of historical buildings. Afterwards, you’ll enjoy a special home-hosted afternoon tea with a local Slovakian family, providing you with a truly authentic insight into Slovakian culture.
Old Town, Bratislava
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EmeraldPLUS: a home-hosted afternoon tea with a local Slovakian family. Included excursions: a sightseeing tour of Bratislava.
Chain Bridge, Budapest
Included meals: breakfast, lunch and Captain’s Gala Dinner.
Day 7 Budapest For an amazing end to a fantastic holiday, we welcome you to Budapest . Today we take a tour to either Fisherman’s Bastion situated on Castle Hill, where you’re free to admire the most breath-taking panoramic views of the city, or to see Matthias Church and the iconic Chain Bridge. The day concludes with an evening cruise along the Danube, where you’ll enjoy a traditional Hungarian Farewell Dinner, complete with folk dancing and music. Included excursions: a guided tour of Budapest. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and Farewell Dinner.
Day 8 Depart Budapest After a delicious buffet breakfast to prepare you for the day ahead, it’s time to say your goodbyes to your fellow guests, the crew and your Captain before you’re transferred to the airport and your journey home begins. Included meals: breakfast.
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* These departures operate in reverse, from Budapest to Amsterdam. Terms & Conditions: All holidays are subject to availability. The prices shown are correct at the time of going to print (May 2015) – with all prices and upgrades per person based on twin share (excluding ES Single Stateroom). Please call for information on single supplements. The £1,000 per couple saving on 2016 river cruises is based on the full brochure price and is for new bookings only made by 31st August 2015. Please call for full details of the 2016 brochure promotion.
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EmeraldPLUS Bavarian Band on-board
6 shore excursions, either on foot or by First Class coach, and including visits to 3 UNESCO World Heritage Sites 3 EmeraldPLUS activities including a home-hosted afternoon tea with a local Slovakian family 20 on-board meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners including a Welcome Gala Dinner Complimentary tea and coffee available on-board at all times
Oberhaus Fortress, Passau
Complimentary bottled water in your suite or stateroom, restocked daily A variety of on-board evening entertainment
Emerald Grand Balcony Suite
First-class service from English-speaking crew and knowledgeable local guides Complimentary Wi-Fi on-board All port charges, airport taxes and transfers within Europe Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks to accompany lunch and dinner Regional flights from selected airports at no supplement All tips, saving you up to £235 per couple Complimentary tea and coffee on-board at all times
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Medieval city of Regensburg
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JEWELS OF THE RHINE 8 DAYS AMSTERDAM - BASEL Day 1 Arrive Amsterdam On arrival, you’ll be met by an Emerald Waterways representative and transferred to your award-winning river cruise ship where a warm welcome awaits from your Captain and crew. On-board one of Europe’s newest river cruise ships, you’ll get to experience all its fantastic features, like the heated pool and cinema. Tonight your Cruise Director will hold a port talk to tell you all about the exciting activities you have to look forward to in the days ahead as you sail along the Rhine River. Included meals: dinner.
Day 2 Amsterdam - Cruising After breakfast you’ll be introduced to the Amsterdam on a glass-top canal boat cruise. As you explore the labyrinths of waterways and charming town houses that line the cobbled streets of this beautiful city, you’ll quickly find that Amsterdam adheres to a relaxing pace of life. As tonight is your first night sailing, you will enjoy a fantastic Welcome Gala Dinner to celebrate. Included excursions: glasstop canal boat ride. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and Welcome Gala Dinner.
Day 3 Cologne Today you’ll cruise along the Rhine River to Cologne.
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Founded by the Romans, the city is one of Germany’s largest, oldest and yet most modern cities, largely due to a rebuilding plan post WWII. After lunch on-board your ship, you’ll join your local guide for an included tour of the Old Town, Gothic cathedral and Kölner Dom. Included excursions: a guided city tour of Cologne. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Amsterdam
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Day 4 Koblenz Today you arrive at the 2,000 year Old Town of Koblenz. Looking out from the ship, you’ll spot your next point of call, the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, on the opposite side of the river. Part of the Prussian defences against the French in the 19th century, it was later used as a headquarters for the American military during WWII.
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Rüdesheim Mannheim Heidelberg
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After exploring the historic fortress you’ll enjoy free time to wander through the town and take in the views. EmeraldPLUS: a guided tour of Koblenz. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 5 Rhine Gorge - Rüdesheim This morning, you’re in for a picturesque treat as you sail through the spectacular Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This afternoon you will arrive in
Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, Koblenz
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Water Tower, Mannheim
Rüdesheim, where you may decide to take a cable car up to the lookout for impressive views of the surrounding valley and the confluence of the Main River. For today’s included tour you’ll board the Winzerexpress mini-train to Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Instrument Museum.
Day 7 Black Forest
Included excursions: a guided tour of Rüdesheim and Winzerexpress mini-train to Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Instrument Museum. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
reconstructed Black Forest farms. This afternoon you’re
Day 6 Mannheim
family-run Gasthof.
As you sail today, you’ll continue upstream to the town of Mannheim. The city was a pivotal place during the invasion of Germany by the Allies in WWII, and has long been associated with inventions in industry. You’ll then enjoy a leisurely sailing to Speyer, one of Germany’s oldest towns. Back on-board your ship this evening you’ll join your Captain and fellow guests for a fabulous Captain’s Dinner. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and Captain’s Dinner.
Included excursions: a guided tour of the Black Forest
Niederwald Monument, Rüdesheim
Kölner Dom, Cologne
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The Black Forest, Germany
The beautiful Black Forest region of Germany has long been a fairy-tale destination. Your day begins with a visit to Vogtsbauernhof Museum, which is an open air exhibition of 16th century life, featuring a number of invited to experience a typical Gasthof owned by a local family, where you’ll enjoy a cooking demonstration. EmeraldPLUS: cooking demonstration at a
and Vogtsbauerhof Museum. Included meals: breakfast and dinner.
Day 8 Basel - UK After breakfast with Basel’s riverbanks as your backdrop, you’ll say your goodbyes and disembark your ship to be transferred to Basel airport for your flight home. Included meals: breakfast.
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Rüdesheim, Rhine River
Monument to Kaiser Wilhelm I, Koblenz
Glass-top canal boat ride, Amsterdam
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EmeraldPLUS cooking demonstration with a Slovakian family
6 shore excursions, either on foot or by First Class coach, and including visits to 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites An EmeraldPLUS activity: a cooking demonstration and tasting session in the Black Forest 19 on-board meals: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners including a Welcome Gala Dinner Complimentary tea and coffee available on-board at all times
Riverbanks of Basel
Complimentary bottled water in your suite or stateroom, restocked daily A variety of on-board evening entertainment
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First-class service from English-speaking crew and knowledgeable local guides Complimentary Wi-Fi on-board All port charges, airport taxes and transfers within Europe Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks to accompany lunch and dinner Fly from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow and Edinburgh at no extra cost All tips, saving you up to £235 per couple Owner’s One-bedroom Suite
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The canals of Amsterdam
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SPLENDOURS OF EUROPE 15 DAYS AMSTERDAM - BUDAPEST Day 1 Arrive Amsterdam A warm welcome awaits you in the amazing city of Amsterdam. You’ll be met on arrival and transferred to your award-winning ship. Included meals: dinner.
Day 2 Amsterdam - Cruising Today you’ll take to the waters on a glass-top canal boat to explore Amsterdam’s picturesque canals. As evening falls you are invited to a special Welcome Gala Dinner. Included excursions: a glass-top canal boat cruise. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and Welcome Gala Dinner.
Day 3 Cologne Get ready for a guided tour of Cologne - Germany’s oldest city. Step back in time during a visit to the Old Town and Kölner Dom. Included excursions: a guided city tour of Cologne. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 4 Rhine Gorge - Rüdesheim Have your camera ready to capture the stunning scenery as you cruise the mighty Rhine Gorge. In the afternoon we arrive at Rudesheim. Enjoy a cable car ride up to the impressive Germania monument.
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Arriving into Miltenberg, you’ll take a walking tour of the rural district, past Miltenberg Castle. Included excursions: a guided walking tour of Miltenberg. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
NETHERLANDS Amsterdam
Day 6 Würzburg Today we take you to the Bishops’ Residenz - one of Germany’s largest and most ornate Baroque palaces and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterwards, you’ll get to explore Würzburg on a guided walking tour. Included excursions: a guided trip to Würzburg’s Bishops’ Residenz. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Day 7 Bamberg Known as the ‘city of experience’, Bamberg is built on 1,000 years of art and culture. Boasting one of Europe’s largest intact Medieval town centres. Included excursions: a guided tour of Bamberg. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 8 Nuremberg Stepping into a world of history, you’ll see the 900-year-old ramparts; the Holy Roman Empire’s
Kölner Dom, Cologne
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Regensburg, Germany
Imperial Castle; and the Nazi party’s rally grounds.
St. Stephen’s Cathedral.
EmeraldPLUS: a lecture on the European Union. Included excursions: a guided tour of Nuremberg. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Included excursions: a guided tour of Passau. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 9 Kelheim - Regensburg
Miltenberg, Germany
As you continue cruising along the Danube River you’ll reach Regensburg, one of Germany’s best preserved Medieval cities. You’ll have the chance to see one of the oldest bridges crossing the Danube and the city’s architectural highlights. EmeraldPLUS: evening entertainment with a traditional Bavarian Band. Included excursions: a guided tour of Regensburg. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Würzburg, Germany
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Wachau Valley, Danube River
Day 11 Melk - Dürnstein Your tour of Austria’s wine-growing region begins in Melk. Here you’ll explore a 900-year old Benedictine abbey before sailing through the great Wachau Valley and on to Dürnstein. EmeraldPLUS: a guided tour of Melk Abbey. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 12 Vienna
Day 10 Passau
Vienna is a fantastic fusion of old and new. Today, we take you on an icon-filled coach tour along the Ringstrasse where you’ll see Vienna’s world-famous Opera House, Burgtheatre, Town Hall and the Hofburg Imperial Palace.
Stroll through the cobblestone streets to find the perfect view of the hilltop Oberhaus Fortress before admiring the wonderfully ornate architecture of
Included excursions: a sightseeing drive along the Ringstrasse and walking tour of Vienna. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Day 13 Bratislava
Day 14 Budapest
Today you’ll experience the pedestrian plazas, 18th century Rococo buildings and stylish street cafés of Bratislava.
For an amazing end to a fantastic holiday, we welcome you to Budapest. This evening we bring the waters of Budapest to life with a traditional Hungarian Farewell Dinner.
EmeraldPLUS: a home-hosted afternoon tea with a local Slovakian family. Included excursions: a tour of Bratislava. Included meals: breakfast, lunch, Captain’s Gala Dinner.
EmeraldPLUS: authentic Hungarian Farewell Dinner with traditional entertainment.
Included excursions: a guided tour of Bamberg. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 15 Depart Budapest After breakfast, it’s time to say your goodbyes before you’re transferred to the airport. Included meals: breakfast.
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*These departures operate in reverse from Budapest to Amsterdam. Terms & Conditions: All holidays are subject to availability. The prices shown are correct at the time of going to print (May 2015) – with all prices and upgrades per person based on twin share (excluding ES Single Stateroom). Please call for information on single supplements. The £1,000 per couple saving on 2016 river cruises is based on the full brochure price and is for new bookings only made by 31st August 2015. Please call for full details of the 2016 brochure promotion.
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EmeraldPLUS Guided tour of Melk Abbey
14 shore excursions, either on foot or by First Class coach, and including visits to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites 6 EmeraldPLUS activities including a home-hosted afternoon tea with a local Slovakian family 41 on-board meals: 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 11 dinners and 3 highlight dinners including a Welcome Cocktail Reception and Dinner Complimentary tea and coffee available on-board at all times
Budapest Parliament Building, Budapest
Complimentary bottled water in your suite or stateroom, restocked daily A variety of on-board evening entertainment
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite
First-class service from English-speaking crew and knowledgeable local guides Complimentary Wi-Fi on-board All port charges, airport taxes and transfers within Europe Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks to accompany lunch and dinner Regional flights from selected airports at no supplement All tips, saving you up to £440 per couple Complimentary wine with lunch and dinner
Canals in Amsterdam
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ENCHANTMENT OF EASTERN EUROPE 10 DAYS BUDAPEST - BUCHAREST Day 1 Arrive Budapest Welcome to Budapest! On arrival at the airport, you’ll be met by a friendly Emerald Waterways representative and transferred by coach to your award-winning ship. Included meals: dinner.
Day 2 Kalocsa Early this morning you’ll sail out of Budapest towards Kalocsa. This afternoon you’ll visit the large ranches of a local Puszta horse farm. Here you’ll enjoy a performance showcasing the exceptional riding skills of Magyar horseman. Included excursions: visit to a Puszta horse farm. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and Welcome Gala Dinner.
Day 3 Osijek Today you’ll visit Osijek, Croatia’s fourth largest city. You’ll explore this leafy metropolis on a bus tour before visiting the 18th century fortress to explore on foot. In the afternoon you’ll enjoy a more authentic experience, as you meet a local family who will tell you tales of their past and everyday life, and welcome you into their home for a traditional lunch, specially prepared for you. EmeraldPLUS: a special home-hosted lunch with a local family.
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Included excursions: a guided tour of Osijek and Osijek Fortress. Included meals: breakfast, special lunch and dinner.
Day 4 Belgrade Today you’ll explore Serbia’s vibrant capital of Belgrade You’ll visit Tito’s Memorial which is part of a memorial complex in the grounds of the Museum of Yugoslav History and the impressive Fortress Kalemegdan - a defensive structure overlooking the confluence of the Sava and the Danube rivers. You’ll also have chance to visit St Sava Church. Included excursions: a guided tour of Belgrade. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 5 Iron Gate
Budapest
HUNGARY Kalocsa
ROMANIA Snagov
CROATIA Osiek
7 Belgrade
SERBIA 9
Number of nights Coach transfer River cruise Map is a guide only
Iron Gate
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Bucharest Silistra
Svishtov Arbanassi Veliko Tarnovo
BULGARIA
Relax on-board your deluxe Emerald Waterways ship as you sail through the narrow gorge between the Balkan Mountains and Karpatian Mountains known as the Iron Gate. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 6 Svishtov - Veliko Tarnovo - Arbanassi This morning you’ll cruise into Bulgaria where your ship will dock in the former Roman town of Svishtov. Here you’ll board your coach and travel to the impressive cliff
Puszta Horse Farm, Kalocsa
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European Square, Osijek
Included excursions: a guided tour of Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and Captain’s Gala Dinner.
crew and Emerald Waterways ship as you disembark your river cruise and journey by coach to Romania’s capital of Bucharest. Here you’ll enjoy a two night stay at the Novotel Bucharest or similar. On arrival, you’ll enjoy a visit to the magnificent Palace of the Parliament. Included excursions: a guided tour of Palace of the Parliament Bucharest. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 7 Silistra
Day 9 Bucharest
Relax in the riverside city of Silistra which was once a Roman fort under the Byzantine Empire and later part of the Ottoman conquest. Today we head to see life In Alfatar, a small village where we visit a local school and a traditional old house museum. Included excursions: a guided tour of Alfatar. Included meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Included meals: breakfast and dinner.
top town of Veliko Tarnovo. After your tour you’ll visit the historic town of Arbanassi. Back on-board your ship this evening you’ll join your Captain and fellow guests for a fabulous Captain’s Dinner.
Iron Gate, Romania
The charming hillside city of Veliko Tarnovo
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St. Sava Church, Belgrade
Your second day in Bucharest is spent at your leisure. As always, your Cruise Director will be on hand to help you plan your day.
Day 10 Depart Bucharest
Day 8 Bucharest
After a delicious breakfast to prepare you for the day ahead, it’s time to say your goodbyes to your fellow guests before you’re transferred to the airport.
This morning you will say your goodbyes to your Captain,
Included meals: breakfast.
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Arc de triumph, Bucharest
Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
Statue of Dacian King Decebalus, Iron Gate
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*These departures operate in reverse from Bucharest to Budapest. Terms & Conditions: All holidays are subject to availability. The prices shown are correct at the time of going to print (May 2015) – with all prices and upgrades per person based on twin share (excluding ES Single Stateroom). Please call for information on single supplements. The £1,000 per couple saving on 2016 river cruises is based on the full brochure price and is for new bookings only made by 31st August 2015. Please call for full details of the 2016 brochure promotion.
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SAVE £1,000 PER COUPLE
Return travel from the UK 2 nights at the Novotel Bucharest or similar 7 nights in a stateroom or suite of your choice, all with a river view
EmeraldPLUS Lunch with a local family, Osijek
6 shore excursions either on foot or by First Class coach 1 EmeraldPLUS experience including lunch in the home of a local family 22 on-board meals: 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 1 special lunch, 5 dinners and 2 highlight dinners including a Welcome Dinner Complimentary tea and coffee available on-board at all times
Palace of the Parliament, Bucharest
Complimentary bottled water in your suite or stateroom, restocked daily A variety of on-board evening entertainment
Relax and enjoy a drink on your private balcony
First-class service from English-speaking crew and knowledgeable local guides Complimentary Wi-Fi on-board All port charges, airport taxes and transfers within Europe Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks to accompany lunch and dinner Fly from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow and Edinburgh at no extra cost All tips, saving you up to £235 per couple Relax and enjoy a drink by the heated pool
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Fortress Kalemegdan, Belgrade
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