TREASURES OF THE MAIN AND RHINE NUREMBERG TO AMSTERDAM Get lost in the medieval chivalric atmosphere of Nuremberg’s Kaiserburg Castle, representative of the thousands of fortresses that dotted Germany’s landscape in the Middle Ages. Marvel at an immaculate example of Baroque architecture at the designated UNESCO World Heritage Würzburg Residenz, a reminder of life lived on a grand scale. Savor the storybook atmosphere of some of Europe’s most charming towns, Wertheim and Rüdesheim; and along the way, get swept up in the many treasures just waiting to be discovered along the Rhine and Main rivers. DATES: 2021: AmaPrima: 9/7 | 11/9 AmaLucia: 9/28 2022: AmaPrima: 5/24 | 8/2 | 10/11 | 11/29 AmaCerto: 7/5 | 9/13 2023: AmaPrima: 5/2 | 7/25 | 9/26 | 11/28 AmaCerto: 6/13 | 8/22 | 10/31 DURATION: 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS EMBARK: NUREMBERG DISEMBARK: AMSTERDAM SHIPS: AmaPrima, AmaCerto, AmaLucia FROM: $3,149 + Port Charges COUNTRIES VISITED: GERMANY, NETHERLANDS In the evening, sail to the Bavarian town of Volkach, where you’ll enjoy a free evening strolling along the RIVERS: RHINE, MAIN, DANUBE streets and visiting shops and cafes. (B,L,D) ITINERARY DAY 1 NUREMBERG Embark the ship in Nuremberg for your Treasures of the Main & Rhine cruise. (D) Day 3 WÜRZBURG Visit Würzburg, nestled along the “Romantic Road” in the middle of Germany’s largest wine producing region. Join a walking tour of this beautiful city bursting with Baroque splendor. Or admire its crown Day 2 BAMBERG ­ VOLKACH jewel, the Baroque Residenz Palace, a UNESCO World Explore enchanting Bamberg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that features an opulent interior, Heritage Site, in one of three ways. Join a guided including a grand fresco by Tiepolo. As an alternative, walking tour of this medieval gem to see its hike up to Marienberg Fortress, dating back to the cathedral, Old Town Hall and elegant old mansions 13th century, and overlooking the Main. You may followed by a tasting of the city’s famous smoked also head to picturesque Rothenburg on the beer. Or indulge in the local flavors by sampling “Romantic Road,” known for its well­preserved smoked beer, licorice root and Hornla pastry, a local medieval Old Town. (B,L,D) favorite whose recipe dates back to 1427. And for those wishing to explore the town more actively, hop on a bike for a guided bike tour along the Main River and to its quirky quarters beyond the town center. Day 4 WERTHEIM Wertheim's old town center still features half­timbered houses and the Gothic architecture of the Stiftskirche, its oldest Protestant church. You may either join a guided walking tour through the historic city center or learn the art of pretzel making DAY 6 COLOGNE with a visit to a local bakery. For those seeking a Join a guided tour through the Old Town and explore more active adventure, take a scenic bike ride the UNESCO­designated cathedral. Continue on to through the Main River Valley. Alternatively, enjoy a the Cologne Rathaus, Germany’s oldest town hall, guided walking tour through the medieval town of and take in other local sights. For a different view of Miltenberg where you’ll see you will see the the city, visit a local tavern to taste its famous Kölsch Schnatterloch (old market square) and one of the beer, only made in Cologne, and reibekuchen mit oldest inns in Germany, the Hotel Zum Reisen. Or, apfelmus, potato pancakes typically served with opt for a hike up into the surrounding hills to applesauce. Active adventurists will want to join a Miltenberg Castle. (B,L,D) guided bike ride along the Rhine. (B,L,D) DAY 5 RÜDESHEIM ­ RHINE GORGE ­ LAHNSTEIN Cruise from the meandering Main River to the DAY 7 AMSTERDAM captivating Rhine River en route to the winemaking View Amsterdam on a scenic canal cruise followed by town of Rüdesheim. Once there, you will have a a walk to Begijnhof, known for its Middle Age choice of two excursions. Take a peaceful ride over buildings. Or taste the local flavor on a guided walk the vineyards on Rüdesheim’s gondola. Afterwards, past the city’s iconic canals, gabled houses, narrow wine connoisseurs will want to go on a wine tasting bridges and house boats, tasting Dutch specialties at with a local vintner. Alternatively, visit hike through a a grand Amsterdam cafe. (B,L,D) Rüdesheim vineyard or take a bike ride through the Rheingau wine region. (B,L,D) DAY 8 AMSTERDAM ­ DISEMBARKATION Bid Farewell to Amsterdam and prepare for your flight home. (B) 2021 DATES & RATES SEP 7 SEP 28 Nov 27 BASE RATE – CAT E $4,099 $4,099 $3,399 SPECIAL SAVINGS RATE $3,599 $3,849 $2,649 CABIN UPGRADE ­ 2021 D CB C/CA BB BA AB AA AA+ SUITE SUPPLEMENT ­ ADD $299 $699 $999 $1,599 $1,799 $1,999 $2,199 $2,799 $3,599 2022 DATES & RATES MAY 24 JUL 5/AUG 2 SEP 13 OCT 11 NOV 29 BASE RATE – CAT E $3,899 $3,899 $4,199 $3,999 $3,499 SPECIAL SAVINGS RATE ­ $3,149 $3,999 $3,749 ­ 2023 DATES & RATES MAY 2/ JUN 13/JUL25 AUG 22 SEP 26 OCT 31 NOV 28 BASE RATE – CAT E $3,899 $3,999 $4,199 $3,699 $3,499 CABIN UPGRADE ­ 2022­23 D C BB BA AB AA AA+ SUITE SUPPLEMENT ­ ADD $299 $1,099 $1,699 $1,899 $2,099 $2,299 $2,899 $3,599 Port Charges ­ 2021­ $196 | 2022­23 ­ $210 AmaPrima – AmaCerto AmaLucia .