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Rhine & Danube Symphony RHINE & DANUBE SYMPHONY TOUR DAYS: 08 DAYS / 07 NIGHTS TOUR TYPE: RIVER CRUISE (SGD-CR) COLOGNE – RUDESHEIM – MILTENBERG – WERTHEIM – WURZBURG – BAMBERG – NUREMBERG – REGENSBURG – PASSAU Experience two of the most majestic rivers in Europe; Marvel at castles overlooking the Rhine and let the beauty of the Danube take your breath away! TOUR SUMMARY: Set sail on this 8-day river cruise journey that combines the two great European Rivers of Rhine and Danube in the most exciting and impressive way possible. Begin in Cologne, a city that is a gothic masterpiece and Germany’s fourth largest city. As you begin to sail, there are many scenic highlights for you to experience such as the Upper Middle Rhine Valley where you can spot numerous ancient, towering castles. For those who are interested in culture and history, you can visit the half-timbered buildings of Miltenberg and Wertheim, as well as the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Wurzburg, Bamberg and Regensburg. You will also be able to journey along the Mina-Danube Canal which is a man made and stunning technological marvel. The river cruise journey will end in the picturesque town of Passau. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: - See 200-year-old Cologne and its breathtaking gothic cathedral - Visit Rudesheim, known for its Riesling wine production - Discover half-timbered buildings of Miltenberg and Wertheim - Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Wurzburg, Bamberg and Regensburg - Enjoy enchanting Passau, one of the oldest cities in Bavaria DEPARTURE DATE & PRICES: Lower Deck Lower Deck Middle Deck Middle Deck Upper Deck Upper Deck Departure Date Haydn C-4 Haydn C-1 Strauss B-4 Strauss B-1 Mozart A-1 Mozart Suite 26-Aug-20 $2027 $1299 $2304 $1499 $2675 $1899 $2894 $1999 $3172 $2399 $3668 $2799 Single Supplement $699 $799 $999 $999 $1199 $1399 Lower Deck Lower Deck Middle Deck Middle Deck Upper Deck Upper Deck Departure Date Haydn C-4 Haydn C-1 Strauss B-4 Strauss B-1 Mozart A-1 Mozart Suite 26-Aug-20 C$2635 C$1689 C$2995 C$1949 C$3478 C$2469 C$3762 C$2598 C$4124 C$3119 C$4768 C$3639 Single Supplement C$909 C$1039 C$1299 $1299 C$1559 C$1819 TOUR LODGING INFO: 07 Nights’ Accommodation Accommodation will be provided on a twin sharing basis CITIES NIGHTS SUPERIOR ACOMMODATION Cruise 07 Nights Amadeus Imperial 233-11951 Hammersmith Way, Richmond V7A 5H9 BC, Canada Tel 1 604 279 8794 Fax 1 604 608 3421 Call us toll free from any where in North America: 1 866 978 2997 TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES: - 07 nights' accommodation on listed vessel - Free-flowing red and white wines with every lunch and dinner onboard - Beer and soft drinks with every lunch and dinner onboard - Full board meal plan onboard cruise - 24-hour coffee and tea station - Daily bottled water in stateroom - Welcome cocktail reception and dinner - Captain’s Gala dinner - Experienced English-speaking cruise director - Onboard entertainment - Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard - Complimentary use of onboard bicycles - Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets for optional excursions - All port charges - Local taxes TOUR PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE: - Items of personal nature, tips and gratuities - Optional excursions - Travel insurance - Visa fees if applicable - International airfare - Arrival and departure transfers - Items not mentioned as included EXTRA SERVICES: Shore Excursion Packages: Excursion Package A Package B Package C Rüdesheim walking tour incl. music cabinet museum X X X Miltenberg and Wertheim walking tours X X Würzburg walking tour incl. wine tasting X X Excursion to Rothenburg ob der Tauber X Bamberg walking tour X X City tour of Nuremberg X X X Regensburg walking tour X X X Excursion to Weltenburg Abbey X X Regular price per person (on board) USD 157/CAD 204 USD 301/CAD 391 USD 341/CAD 443 Package price per person (booked in advance) USD 134/CAD 174 USD 257/CAD 334 USD 290/CAD 377 Arrival and Departure Transfers: From Cologne airport to port (v.v): USD 42/CAD 55 per person From Passau port to airport (v.v): USD 25/CAD 33 per person TOUR ITINERARY: DAY 01: COLOGNE (EMBARKATION) (-/-/D) Make your own way to the port where you will check in for your cruise and get settled into your cabin. Check in begins at 4:00PM. This evening you will enjoy a welcome cocktail event and dinner buffet as you begin to sail on the river cruise. Overnight onboard 233-11951 Hammersmith Way, Richmond V7A 5H9 BC, Canada Tel 1 604 279 8794 Fax 1 604 608 3421 Call us toll free from any where in North America: 1 866 978 2997 DAY 02: RUDESHEIM (B/L/D) Enjoy your first full day onboard as you make your way into Rudesheim, a picturesque town that is well known for its winemaking. This romantic riverside landscape along the Middle Rhine has enchanted visitors for centuries and for this reason, it has been included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites. Here you will be able to uncover the region’s rich history of winemaking. Overnight onboard Optional: Rudesheim Walking Tour Including Music Cabinet Museum The unique Winzerexpress train takes you from the dock of the ship to the “Siegfried Mechanical Music Cabinet” for a musical adventure with historical self-playing instruments. Thereafter, a guided tour leads you through the picturesque town. Explore the heart of the old town of Rüdesheim – the Drosselgasse – where wine houses and garden taverns invite you to linger. Immerse yourself in the history of the city and visit the Eagle Tower, a part of the city wall, and the fortifications from the 15th century. DAY 03: MILTENBERG-WERTHEIM (B/L/D) Today you will have two stops, the first in Miltenberg, with timber-frame houses that will give you a feeling of 16th and 17th century in Germany. You will then have time in Wertheim where you can explore medieval streets and its unique glass museum. Both towns are famous for their architecture and museums that have impressed visitors for many years. Overnight onboard Optional: Miltenberg and Wertheim Walking Tours Immerse yourself in the vibrant history and romance of Wertheim and explore the city with its medieval streets and numerous half-timbered houses. The Angel’s Fountain and the collegiate church are especially worth seeing, as well as the local glass museum. During a tour of the museum you will learn interesting facts about glass, and you can observe glassblowers at work. (Visits to the glass museum are subject to availability.) Finally, the tour takes you to Miltenberg. A guided tour through the town will show you that Miltenberg offers a charming trio of river, medieval town and wooded hillsides. The historic market square, the high, gabled, half-timbered houses, the old town hall and the towering Miltenberg Castle form the backdrop for this wonderful tour. DAY 04: WURZBURG (B/L/D) A full day will be dedicated to the city of Wurzburg, known for its lavish baroque and rococo architecture. It is in the centre of the Franconian wine country and home to numerous wine bars, cellars and wineries. There are many experiences to enjoy such as the local marketplace, the Maria Chapel, the Old main bridge, and the expansive vineyards. One highlight is the Residenz, one of Germany’s finest baroque buildings. This city is also the northern terminus of the Romantic Road which is Germany’s most popular tourist route. Overnight on-board Optional: Wuzburg Walking Tour with Wine Tasting Experience many beautiful sights in the old town of Würzburg, such as the marketplace, the Maria Chapel and the old main bridge, with its unique panorama of the Marienberg Fortress and the surrounding vineyards. Afterwards, you will visit the Würzburg Residence, which is one of the most important Baroque castles and a masterpiece of the southern German Baroque style. It was built at the beginning of the 18th century by Balthasar Neumann. The magnificent staircase with frescos by the Venetian Tiepolo and the Imperial Hall is particularly impressive. Thereafter, you will join a guided tour of the ancient wine cellar of a local vineyard. At the end of the tour you will have the chance to taste a glass of wine. Optional: Excursion to Rothenburg ob der Tauber Rothenburg is referred to as Germany’s well-preserved “Jewel of the Middle Ages” with its ramparts, city gates, town hall and the St. Jakob parish church. Renaissance and Gothic influences shaped the town. Towers, city gates, walls, half-timbered gables – all these have remained unchanged since the Thirty Years’ War. The Middle Ages come alive in Rothenburg. Upon your arrival, join the town walk with a local guide who will point out major points of interest, such as the St. Jakob Parish Church, where art lovers can admire the “Heiligblutaltar” (Holy Blood Altar) by Tilman Riemenschneider, one of the greatest German sculptors of the Middle Ages. After the guided tour, enjoy some free time and buy souvenirs or visit the famous Christmas Museum of Käthe Wohlfahrt. DAY 05: BAMBERG (B/L/D) As you cruise this morning, relax onboard and enjoy the views of one of the most scenic parts of the Main River. After lunch time you will arrive in the beautiful Imperial city of Bamberg. This medieval town is a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site which still retains its medieval layout with three settlement areas, historic buildings and Baroque facades. It is a town laid out over seven 233-11951 Hammersmith Way, Richmond V7A 5H9 BC, Canada Tel 1 604 279 8794 Fax 1 604 608 3421 Call us toll free from any where in North America: 1 866 978 2997 hills, each topped with a stunning church; and for those who stay in town, there are many local breweries and cafes to indulge your taste buds.
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