European Serenade - 13 days
BOOK and DEPOSIT on or before November 30, 2009 to SAVE A$650 per couple(A$325 per person) off twin share cruise only rates.
Let the music and culture of Europe's grand cities and fairytale villages serenade you
Sail three scenic and breathtaking rivers: the castleclad Rhine; the peaceful, meandering Main; and the majestic Danube. From colorful and lively Amsterdam to imperial Vienna, this cruise offers a leisurely pace and ample daytime sailing.
During your journey, you'll step back in time as you visit towns right from the pages of fairytales—tiny Miltenberg, with its crooked streets and leaning houses; Rothenburg, with its charming core of Gothic churches and gabled houses; Regensburg, an architectural treasure trove; Bamberg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site gem boasting Renaissance palaces, Baroque houses, and a unique frescoed Town Hall; and Nuremberg, an archetypical German Medieval city encircled by mighty defensive walls. Explore the world-renowned Rijksmuseum, and discover the delights of Amsterdam on a canal cruise.
Indulge your passion for awe-inspiring art and architecture, and for places where history is not only portrayed, but is still an essential part of daily life. Celebrate Europe's manmade wonders, including the magnificent Cologne Cathedral and the Main-Danube Canal. Savor the flavors of Austria and Germany with a chance to sample the world-famous wines of the Rheingau and the award-winning beers of Germany. Let the music and culture of Europe's grand cities and fairytale villages serenade you along these enchanting rivers.
Who will enjoy this cruise: Those seeking history and architecture will encounter fascinating Roman ruins, Medieval towns, Baroque castles, and ultra-modern buildings. And story lovers will delight in the myths and legends found along the way.
Vienna to Amsterdam
- Day 1 - Vienna (embark)
- Day 2 - Vienna, cruising the scenic Wachau Valley
- Day 3 - Linz
- Day 4 - Regensburg
- Day 5 - Nuremberg
- Day 6 - Bamberg
- Day 7 - Würzburg (Rothenburg)
- Day 8 - Miltenberg
- Day 9 - Frankfurt
- Day - 10 Rüdesheim, cruising the romantic Rhine, Boppard
- Day - 11 Cologne
- Day - 12 Amsterdam
- Day - 13 Amsterdam (disembark), transfer to the airport
Departure Dates:
June 8, 21, July 26, August 12, September 5, 12, October 30
Amsterdam to Vienna
- Day 1 - Amsterdam (embark)
- Day 2 - Amsterdam
- Day 3 - Cologne
- Day 4 - Boppard, cruising the romantic Rhine, Rüdesheim
- Day 5 - Frankfurt
- Day 6 - Miltenberg
- Day 7 - Würzburg (Rothenburg)
- Day 8 - Bamberg
- Day 9 - Nuremberg
- Day - 10 Regensburg
- Day - 11 Linz
- Day - 12 Cruising the scenic Wachau Valley, Vienna
- Day - 13 Vienna (disembark), transfer to the airport
Departure Dates:
May 3, June 20, July 3, August 7, 24, September 17, 24, November 11
| Departure Dates | Total Per Person Twin Share | Single Supplement Option† |
| 03 May* | $5,417 | $2,599 |
| 08 Jun | $5,593 | $2,599 |
| 20 Jun* | $5,417 | $2,599 |
| 21 Jun | $5,417 | $2,599 |
| 03 Jul* | $5,168 | $2,599 |
| 26 Jul | $5,168 | $2,599 |
| 07 Aug* | $5,168 | $2,599 |
| 12 Aug | $5,168 | $2,599 |
| 24 Aug* | $5,168 | $2,599 |
| 05 Sep | $5,868 | $2,599 |
| 12 Sep | $5,868 | $2,599 |
| 17 Sep* | $5,868 | $2,599 |
| 24 Sep* | $5,868 | $2,599 |
| 30 Oct | $5,143 | $2,599 |
| 11 Nov* | $4,743 | $2,599 |
Prices in Australian Dollars Only
* On these dates cruise operates from Amsterdam to Vienna. - Prices shown above include cruise in Cat. 5, Moselle Deck.
† Single supplement subject to limited availability. Upgrades as per pricing below, suite upgrade for singles price on application.
- Airfare is not included in these prices. Total price includes port charges. Please contact us for the latest deals.
To upgrade to a higher category, add the following per-person Twin Share price:
| Category 4 | A$275 |
| Category 3 | A$799 |
| Category 2 | A$1,199 |
| Category 1 | A$1,575 |
| Suite | A$2,625 |
Package Includes:
- 12-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the stunning River Countess or the luxurious River Duchess
- All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
- Complimentary fine wine, beer, and soft drinks during dinner; bottled water in your stateroom; and 24-hour specialty coffees and teas
- 11 shore excursions, fully hosted by English-speaking local guides
- State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio headset system on all shore excursions
- Complimentary use of bicycles
- Captivating onboard local entertainment
- Signature lecture: "European Folk Tales and Legends"
- Captain's Welcome & Farewell Dinners
- An experienced Cruise Manager and attentive, all English-speaking staff
- All transfers on arrival and departure days
