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F & M Regency Club FREE AIRFARE WHEN BOOKED BY 12/31/2020

Tulip Time on Jewels of the • France • Germany • the Netherlands

Departure Date: April 21, 2022 Tulip Time on Jewels of the Rhine

Cross the Reuss via the historic Chapel Bridge in , Switzerland Enjoy seven-nights cruising along the Romantic Rhine River

DAY 1 Depart the USA: Today you’ll depart the USA on your you along narrow lanes and across footbridges as you discover overnight flight to Zurich, Switzerland. the Grande Île, the historical city centre and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known for its medieval black and white timber- DAY 2 Zurich to Lucerne, Switzerland: Upon arrival in Zurich, framed buildings, picturesque le Petite France, old tanning transfer to your hotel in Lucerne to begin your Swiss adventure. houses, canals and river locks, the city’s star attraction is the The afternoon is at leisure to begin discovering your beautiful ornate cathedral, dominating the main square. This afternoon, new surroundings. This evening, join your Mayflower the city is yours to explore at leisure. Meals: B, L, D representative and traveling companions for an included dinner DiscoverMORE: Excursion to Riquewihr (additional expense) at the hotel. Meal: D DAY 7 Mannheim / Heidelberg, Germany: Relax onboard as DAY 3 Lucerne: After breakfast, an included walking tour the vessel cruises along the Rhine River to Mannheim, docking highlights the city’s landmark, the famous 14th-century Chapel site for Heidelberg. Travel by coach to Heidelberg, home of the Bridge with its paintings of heroic town events, that crosses oldest university in Germany. The guided walking tour visits the Reuss River. See the 17th-century Renaissance Town Hall the ruins of Heidelberg Castle, with fantastic views overlooking and town squares, all set amongst the beautiful backdrop of the the Neckar River, and takes you through the cobblestoned- . The remainder of the day is at leisure. Meal: B streets of the medieval city below. Enjoy a wine-tasting before returning to the ship. Alternatively, hike from Mount Königstuhl DAY 4 Lucerne – : Before departing for your ship in to Heidelberg. Meals: B, L, D Basel, the day is free to enjoy at leisure or join the morning EmeraldACTIVE: Hike from Mount Königstuhl to Heidelberg optional excursion to Mt. Pilatus – a mountain overlooking Lucerne that offers a unique alpine experience! This afternoon, DAY 8 Koblenz, Germany: Cruise to the 2000-year-old town travel by motorcoach to Basel, Switzerland for embarkation of of Koblenz, situated at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle your Emerald Waterways luxury Star-Ship. This evening, join . Enjoy a walking tour through the streets of the city as your fellow travelers for dinner onboard. Meals: B, D your guide points out historic monuments and buildings. See the 'German Corner' monument marking the confluence of the DAY 5 Breisach, Germany: Today you have a choice Rhine and Moselle Rivers. Panoramic views await from the of activities. Visit a typical Black Forest Village, full of visit to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, reached by cable car, crossing charm, cuckoo clocks and other German specialities. See the river! Meals: B, L, D demonstrations of traditional handicrafts, each offering a DiscoverMORE: Moselle & Cochem (Reichsburg) Castle Visit glimpse into rural life in the forest. Alternatively, take part in a (additional expense) guided hike along some of the Black Forest trails. Meals: B, L, D EmeraldPLUS: Black Forest cake demonstration and tasting DAY 9 Cologne, Germany: Continue cruising along the Rhine EmeraldACTIVE: Guided hike in the Black Forest region River to Cologne. Founded by the Romans, the city is one of Germany’s oldest and is famous for its magnificent UNESCO DAY 6 Strasbourg, France: Once docked in Kehl, coaches World Heritage-listed gothic cathedral. Join your local guide for await to take you across the river to Strasbourg, the capital city an included walking tour of the city, touching on the historical of the Alsace Region in France. The guided walking tour takes charm of the Old Town and its Roman history. Traverse the NETHERLANDS

Amsterdam

Cologne

7 1 Hotel Overnights GERMANYNETHERLANDS 1 Cruise Overnights Koblenz Cochem Amsterdam Visit Mannheim DiscoverMORE Heidelberg FRANCE Tour Route Rhine River Keukenhof Cologne Gardens Cruise Route Strasbourg Riquewihr Kehl 7 1 Hotel Overnights Breisach GERMANY Cruise Overnights Koblenz 1 Basel Cochem Zurich Visit Mannheim 2 Lucerne DiscoverMORE Mt. Pilatus Heidelberg SWITZERLAND Tour Route FRANCE Rhine River Strasbourg Cruise Route Riquewihr Kehl Flowers and fragances fill Keukenhof Gardens Breisach

Basel quaint alleyways and see historic monuments alongside modern Zurich architecture. The tour concludes at the cathedral, whose twin 2 Mt. Pilatus Lucerne spires dominate the skyline. This evening, back onboard, join SWITZERLAND your Captain for a farewell reception and dinner. Meals: B, L, D DiscoverMORE: Farina Eau de Cologne Museum (additional expense) Exceptional Inclusions DAY 10 Amsterdam, the Netherlands: This morning, depart ...... by coach for an included visit to the world-famous Keukenhof 10 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 8 dinners • 24 Meals: Gardens. Discover why it’s called the “Garden of Europe” as on tour dates when air is provided • Airport transfers you wander along the paths, admiring gorgeous flowers at by Mayflower Cruises & Tours the peak of tulip season. Unique flower shows in the pavilions Visit four countries along with colorful, artistic floral displays throughout the • Two-night manicured garden, are sure to please! Return to the ship in • hotel stay and touring in Lucerne of your the afternoon to explore the city of Amsterdam at your leisure. • Seven-nights in a suite or stateroom choice onboard the vessel Meals: B, L, D by an English-speaking crew EmeraldPLUS: A visit to Keukenhof Gardens • First-class service

• All gratuities included Explore the magnificent DAY 11 Amsterdam Post Day: After departing the ship, • Keukenhof Gardens with English-speaking you will enjoy your canal cruises thru some of the canals of • Shore excursions Amsterdam. This cruise features English guides as you pass local guides under some of the 412 Bridges of Amsterdam. You will be Visit • UNESCO World Heritage Sites transferred to your hotel and enjoy a Free afternoon to explore Personal for shore excursions • listening device Amsterdam on your own. Meal: B onboard • All meals included Variety of international cuisine Amsterdam / USA: After breakfast, Bid farewell • DAY 12 Complimentary regional wines, beer and soft to Europe and return home with memories of life enriching • drinks with onboard lunches and dinners experiences of the Keukenhof Gardens, Germany, Switzerland, Onboard Activity Manager will support all France and Holland! Meal: B • EmeraldACTIVE excursions and host daily onboard wellness activities, games, classes and evening Itinerary is subject to change. entertainment Complimentary in your stateroom CRUISE AND HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS • bottled water Complimentary Days 2 and 3 – Hotel Europe or similar, Lucerne, Switzerland • WiFi onboard Complimentary for use ashore Days 4 through 10 – Aboard an Emerald Waterways Star-Ship • bicycles onboard TBA, Amsterdam, The Netherlands Day 11 – • All port charges included

• $60 in Mayflower Money Emerald Waterways Star-Ships Built: 2014-20 Speed: 15.5 mph Staterooms: 19 Suites: 72 Length: 443 ft. Crew: 47

SUN DECK Public Areas and Ship Amenities 1 Sun Deck with Deck Chairs

2 Navigation Bridge

3 Sky Barbecue

HORIZON DECK 4 Golf Putting Green

5 Games Area

6 Retractable Glass Roof

7 Walking Track

VISTA DECK 8 Daytime Pool & Bar / Evening Cinema 9 The Terrace 10 Horizon Bar and Lounge 11 Elevator 12 Reception RIVIERA DECK 13 Wellness Area 14 Fitness Area 15 Reflections Restaurant 16 Hairdresser

Owner’s One-Bedroom Suite Grand Balcony Suite Panorama Balcony Suite Emerald Stateroom 315ft2 210ft2 180ft2 162ft2

CAT SA CAT S CAT A CAT B CAT C CAT D CAT E

2022 Departure Date APR 21 Tulip Time on Jewels of the Rhine PER SINGLE FREE AIRFARE when booked by December 31, 2020. PERSON ROOM CAT STATEROOM / SUITE DECK TWIN ADD Pricing includes FREE AIRFARE out of Minneapolis for E Emerald Stateroom Riviera $5,518 + $2,894 reservations booked by December 31, 2020, transfers, land/cruise D Emerald Stateroom Riviera $5,618 + $2,959 package, Travelers Protection Plan, beer and wine with lunches C Panorama Balcony Suite Vista $6,168 + $3,314 and dinners, gratuities to guides, drivers and ship staff. Air itineraries may not be available until documents are received. Air seats are assigned by the B Panorama Balcony Suite Vista $6,418 + $3,479 airline for the entire group. Seat changes can only be attempted upon receipt of tickets and doc- A Panorama Balcony Suite Horizon $6,668 + $3,639 uments at which time availability may be limited. If specific seat assignments are vital to your S Grand Balcony Suite Horizon $7,068 N/A reservation, we recommend individual air reservations rather than booking air with the group. SA Owner’s One-Bedroom Suite Horizon $7,868 N/A

Travelers Protection Plan (TPP) for River Cruises – INCLUDED This nonrefundable fee will provide a refund to you during the instance that you have to cancel your trip. The cancellation has to be for a covered reason (see Plan for details on coverage) and we have to be notified at least one day prior to departure. If you must leave the tour early due to personal illness or the illness or death of an immediate family member, TPP will provide a refund for any unused services after the departure of FOR RESERVATIONS OR INFORMATION CONTACT: the tour. Other benefits include medical expenses for illness and injury, emergency transportation, 24 hour hot line and lost or stolen baggage assistance. Return air transportation is included ONLY if your air tickets are purchased through Mayflower Cruises & Tours. Please review the Plan for details on coverage. Should you choose not to purchase our TPP, the following per person cancellation charges will be assessed for all tours and optional excursion costs: TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL • 91 days or more prior to departure: Deposit Amount • 90 days to day of departure: 100% of total tour 1 2 3 4 5 • No refund on unused portions of the tour EASY ENERGETIC Sue Peacock Exclusions: Mayflower Cruises & Tours reserves the right to alter its Refund and Cancellation Policy when a substantial amount of cancellation or postponement of travel is attributable to: conditions resulting from an act of God, natural or man- made disaster, fire, government action, civil disorder, war, hostilities between nations, or unavailability of transportation through no fault of Mayflower Cruises & Tours. Plan and benefits offered and administered by Trip Mate, Inc. 651-429-8000 [email protected]

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