Early Booking Special for all 2009  departures
5% off for bookings made by Sep.30/2008!!!

Day 3, Tue. DUSSELDORF - COLOGNE, GERMANY. 
This morning arrive in Dusseldorf, mooring on the fashionable Rhine Embankment next to the historic Old Town. Here you will disembark for a walking tour to see the Burgplatz with its Old Castle Tower, Marktplatz with the Town Hall and the sophisticated shopping of the Kings Avenue. Later, cruise the Rhine to Cologne; arriving in the afternoon you will visit the fabled 13th-century Gothic cathedral. The ship overnights in Cologne and is minutes away from the Old Town, perfect for after dinner exploration. (B,L,D) 

Day 4, Wed. FRANKFURT. 
Today, drink in the stunning beauty of the castles along the Rhine as we sail through the fascinating Rhine Gorge, and cruise past the famous Lorelei Rock. In the afternoon arrive in Frankfurt, the bustling metropolis on the River Main; here enjoy a guided walking tour of the historic city center "The Romer." (B,L,D) 

Day 5, Thu. MAINZ (Heidelberg)-KOBLENZ.
Today, you decide: Either disembark for a trip to Mainz or travel by motorcoach to Heidelberg, Germany's oldest university town, where you will visit the red-walled Castle, the Great Vat, a 49,000-gallon 18th-century wine cask, and enjoy the beautiful views of the Neckar Valley and Heidelberg below. Then there is a walking tour of old Heidelberg and free time before returning to the ship in Mainz. If you choose Mainz, your guided walking tour of this beautiful town includes the famous Gutenburg Museum, home of the world’s first printed bible. After lunch the ship will cruise back onto the Rhine to Koblenz, where the Mosel & Rhine rivers meet. We arrive in Koblenz after dinner, just in time for your Cruise Director to escort you on an evening walk around the town. 

Day 6, Fri. COCHEM.
After breakfast begin cruising the beautiful Mosel River with its steep sided banks of vineyards. After lunch we stop in Cochem, where you’ll enjoy a guided visit of Reichsburg Castle, with spectacular views of the river. (B,L,D) 

Day 7, Sat. BERNKASTEL - TRIER. 
Arrive in Bernkastel early this morning and explore this quaint little town on your included walking tour. Strategically located in the middle of the Mosel wine-producing region, Bernkastel boasts over 500 years of documented wine history. Then onto Trier, Germany's oldest city, for a guided tour which will introduce you to the city's rich ancient Roman past, including the Roman Baths, site of ancient gladiator games. (B,L,D)

Day 8, Sun. TRIER - LUXEMBOURG - PARIS. 
This morning, bid farewell to your cruise ship and head to Luxembourg for a city tour of the Grand Duchy and some free time. After lunch, continue on to Paris, where you arrive this afternoon. (B) 

Day 9, Mon. PARIS.
Enjoy Paris's famous sights during this morning's guided tour. Visit Notre Dame Cathedral, pass the Louvre Museum, the commemorative Arc de Triomphe, Opéra, Madeleine, Champs Elysées and much more. The remainder of the day is yours to explore on your own. (B)

Day 10, Tue. PARIS. 
Your last day in the “City of Lights” is free for you to enjoy. Go to the top of the Eiffel Tower, built for the 1889 World’s Fair; gaze at the Impressionist collection at Musee D’Orsay; or stroll along the Seine; or choose one of the various optional tours that are offered. (B) 

Day 11, Wed. PARIS. 
Transfer to the airport for your homebound flight. (B) 

Included Features :

• 7-night Deluxe Cruise in an Outside Stateroom - 82% of the Staterooms with large French Balconies 

• Infotainment System in all Staterooms with Internet, Movie and Music Library & English Language TV Stations 

• Terry Bathrobes and White-on-white plush Bedding in all Staterooms 

• Superb Dining with all Meals included during your Cruise 

• Unlimited Quality Red & White Wines from Europe's great Wine Regions with every Dinner on board the Ship 

• Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner 

• Transfer from the Ship in Trier via Luxembourg to Hotel in Paris 

• 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Paris including daily Buffet Breakfast 

• Daily Sightseeing Program as outlined in the Itinerary 

• Special Highlights including Folklore Dances, Lectures, Theme Dinners, on board Music Performances and afternoon & evening Piano Music 

• Use of Amadagio Bicycles to explore 

• Services of Professional Cruise Director 

• All English Language on board in a non-smoking Environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck) 

• All local Taxes 

Price per person in US$ (or Euro*)

Port Charges: $91 per person
Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of twin price; Jr. Suites 100% of twin price.
Single supplement for Land: $360 per person.

Airport hotel/ cruise ship transfer: US$ 40 per person each way

Prices are per person in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom with window.

DEPARTURE DATES 2009:
  

Port Charges: $98  per person

   

                

 * Euro rate subject to exchange rate