CZECH RIVER ODYSSEY A voyage along the Vltava and Rivers aboard the MS Florentina 22nd to 30th June & 22nd to 30th September 2016

Noble Caledonia The Rock Gate (Pravcicka Brana), Bohemian Switzerland

Saint Vitus Cathedral and Castle Unique Old Kladrubian horses at the National Stud Farm Cathedral of St Barbara and the Jesuit College, Kutna Hora

or those contemplating a tour of • Elbe POLAND The Itinerary Middle Europe, the usual option is F GERMANY Day 1 London to Prague. Fly by scheduled a land based coach tour offering flight. Transfer to the MS Florentina on arrival BOHEMIAN overnight stops and long road SWITZERLAND and embark. Litomerice • •Roudnice journeys. This attractive itinerary BOHEMIAN • Melnik Day 2 Melnik & Litomerice. We will set sail

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Nymburk early this morning and cruise north to Melnik. offers an ideal alternative of relatively Q Q • L • • ittle Elbe •Prodebrady After lunch take a tour to the little Louvre of short journeys by road, whilst the Prague UPPER VLTAVA VALLEY the , where we see major part of the itinerary is CZECH Kutna Hora• the birthplace of Antonin Dvorak and the castle a REPUBLIC av Vlt which houses part of the Lobkowicz Collection undertaken aboard the comfortable Trebenice • including paintings by Velazquez, Canaletto and MS Florentina. Unpack only once and Rubens. After returning to the ship, we continue enjoy the varied scenery of the Vltava and Elbe Rivers. our cruise on the Elbe to Litomerice where we take an evening walk through the historic town. We will board our vessel in Prague and navigate the Vltava River, reaching the Upper Elbe at Melnik and cruising on to Nymburk, well off the usual cruise Day 3 Litomerice & Dresden. Today enjoy a wonderful new addition to the itinerary, a routes. Visit the UNESCO listed city of Kutna Hora and see famous castles full-day excursion to the famous city of Dresden and relish unspoilt scenery as the river winds its way through mountains and where you will be able to discover the city’s most important sights. Dresden offers notable meadows. New to our itinerary this season we enjoy a full day excursion to the art treasures, architectural sights, a charming famous city of Dresden where we discover the city’s most important sights. landscape, magnificent promenades on the bank of the Elbe and interesting museums. We take a Dresden carries visitors away with a synthesis of the arts, fascinating buildings, walk through the of Dresden followed art treasures, impressive museums, by lunch in a local restaurant. We visit the world as well as orchestras and choirs of famous Zwinger with Semper building, one of the most magnificent Baroque buildings in Germany, worldwide reputation. We enjoy a including the Old Masters Picture gallery before morning visit to the famous stud farm returning to the vessel in Litomerice this evening. in Kladruby, the oldest Czech horse Day 4 Bohemian Gate, Roudnice, Melnik. This breed and one of the world’s oldest morning we will sail through the unique landscape horse breeds. We will pass through of the Bohemian Gate towards Usti nad Labem. From Roudnice take an excursion to Melnik Castle the narrow valley of the Bohemian where you can enjoy wine tasting. From the Gate and have some time to explore castle’s terrace enjoy a stunning view of the confluence of the Vltava and Elbe River. This the beauty of Prague the capital and evening, a traditional Bohemian musical ensemble largest city of the Czech Republic. will perform onboard whilst dinner is served. Melnik Castle www.noble-caledonia.co.uk Dresden, ‘Florence of the Elbe

Charles Bridge, Prague

Day 5 Nymburk, Kutna Hora, Podebrady. Day 7 Prague. This morning we cruise through the world famous “Golden Lane”. This evening Sail on the little Elbe to Nymburk, where our the Vltava canal and arrive in Prague after lunch. enjoy a farewell cocktail and dinner with a journey to Kutna Hora begins. Kutna Hora has Spend this afternoon in the graceful capital of musical performance by a Dixie land band. a fine tradition of silver work and is a UNESCO the Czech Republic and join the guided walking World Heritage Site. We will visit the Gothic tour to discover some of Prague’s highlights Day 9 Prague to London. Disembark after five-naved St. Barbara’s Church and the including the Old Town Square and the breakfast and transfer to the airport for your silver museum. Return to the ship in . Enjoy some free time return scheduled flight. Podebrady. Enjoy the evening strolling before returning to the ship for dinner. through this historical town. This evening there is an optional excursion to a classical concert in Prague Day 6 Podebrady to Brandys to (details and tickets will be available to Melnik. This morning we enjoy a visit book onboard). to the famous stud farm in Kladruby. The Kladruber is the oldest breed Day 8 Upper Vltava Valley and of horse in the Czech Republic and Trebenice. We leave early this morning one of the oldest in the world. The to sail further up the Vltava River. After Kladrubers have been bred for more than 400 breakfast we will transfer to a smaller boat for a years to be a galakarosier which are heavy types panoramic cruise to Trebenice where we will of carriage horses for the court of the House of journey through the impressive natural Habsburg. We continue to Nymburk for a visit landscape of the Upper Vltava Valley. Rejoin the to a traditional beer brewery before returning to vessel in Prague and after lunch we will visit the the ship in Brandys. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon impressive Prague Castle which forms the onboard sailing downstream on the Elbe. largest closed castle complex in the world, and MS Florentina cruising the Vltava River

2016 Departure dates and prices per person based on double occupancy

22nd to 30th June & 22nd to 30th September 2016

DOUBLE SINGLE CAT CABIN DESCRIPTION DECK OCCUPANCY OCCUPANCY A Aft/Forward twin Main £1995 £2275 B Twin Main £2195 - C Twin with French Balcony Upper £2395 - D Single cabin with French Balcony Upper - £2695 E Single cabin Main - £2195

Price Includes: Economy class scheduled air travel, eight nights aboard the MS Florentina on full board, services of a tour manager, shore excursions, transfers, port taxes, airport taxes, gratuities to crew, guides and drivers. Not Included: Travel insurance, optional shore excursion to a classical concert in Prague. Nelahozeves Castle, home of the Lobkowicz Art Collection +44 (0)20-7752 0000 Upper Deck

MS FLORENTINA he MS Florentina is a comfortable three-star vessel built in 1980 and refurbished Tin 2008 and 2013. Tastefully decorated throughout, she is the ideal vessel for exploring the central European waterways of the Elbe and Vltava rivers. Twin Upper Deck Cabin

Your Cabin Your Dining in the day and relaxation in the spacious and beautifully appointed public areas in the The MS Florentina offers 47 comfortably Enjoy a large selection of traditional Czech evenings. The Sun Deck is an ideal spot to find appointed twin and single cabins spread over as well as European dishes in the relaxed seclusion with a book, or to join like-minded two decks. All cabins were newly renovated atmosphere of the restaurant located on the travellers for a drink as you admire the passing in 2013 and beautifully equipped with wood ship’s Upper deck. All meals are served in a landscape. panelling and brass features throughout. The single and open seating. Breakfast is served Upper Deck cabins feature French balconies. buffet style with hot and cold dishes available. The open seating dining room provides the Standard amenities for all cabins include air Lunch and dinner will be served to your table. opportunity to make new friends, and the crew, conditioning, satellite TV, radio, smoke alarm, in- who are mainly Czech, will provide the highest room safe, dressing table with mirror and stool. level of service. A daily briefing by the Cruise All cabins are en-suite and bathrooms feature a Life Onboard Director will give you information on the next shower with flexible showerhead, hairdryer and The atmosphere onboard the MS Florentina day’s activities and expert, English-speaking toiletries. Bottled water is replenished daily and is friendly and informal with the emphasis on local guides provide insider knowledge into local extra blankets and pillows are available. comprehensive and informative excursions culture, architecture, history and traditions.

Your Space Public areas include an elegant restaurant where local and international cuisine is served. The UPPER DECK bar and tea and coffee counter are located in 903 905 907 909 911 917 919 921 the dining hall at the entrance to the restaurant. RECEPTION 913 915

The cosy panorama lounge is ideal for smaller RESTAURANT LOUNGE 904 906 908 910 912 918 920 922 meetings and briefings or for relaxation and SHOP 914 916 enjoying the panoramic views during your time onboard. The large partially shaded Sun deck MAIN DECK has chairs and loungers, enabling you to relax 715 703 705 707 709 711 713 601 603 605 607 609 611 and enjoy the beautiful landscapes and scenery.

Reception is located next to the ship’s entrance. 702 704 706 708 710 712 714 716 602 604 606 608 610 612 Here you can find information about places of interest along the route and maps and pictures are displayed on the notice board. Also located in the reception area is a library as well as the CATEGORY A CATEGORY C CATEGORY E onboard shop. CATEGORY B CATEGORY D

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