Europes Rivers and Castles

Your European River Cruise & Tour includes:

• 3 nights in Paris at the Pullman Paris Montparnasse Hotel (or similar) with daily buffet breakfast Transfer from your hotel via the high-speed TGV train to Luxembourg for embarkation in Remich 7 nights in an outside stateroom aboard our 5-star ship from the award-winning fleet of AmaWaterways; 82% of our staterooms feature large French balconies. Daily sightseeing program as outlined in the itinerary Infotainment System in all staterooms with complimentary Internet access, hit movies, music library and English language TV stations Plush terry bathrobes and luxurious white-on-white bedding in all staterooms Superb dining with all meals included during your cruise Complimentary, free-flowing red and white wines from Europe's great wine regions plus beer and soft drinks with every dinner onboard the ship Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily Cocktail reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner Special shipboard highlights including lectures, theme dinners, cooking demonstration, music performances and afternoon & evening piano music Complimentary use of bicycles to explore on your own Services of our professional Cruise Manager All English language on board in a comfortable non-smoking environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck) Transfer from the ship in Nuremberg to your hotel in Prague 2 nights in Prague at either the InterContinental Hotel or Hilton Old Town (or similar) with daily buffet breakfast All local taxes GeneralAssist, our toll-free 24/7 emergency on-tour assistance

Note: Shore excursions and sightseeing tours on this program are offered by Ama Waterways and are not limited to 16 guests.

Day 1 - Welcome to Paris!
Check in to your hotel and enjoy the balance of your day at your leisure.

Day 2 - Sightseeing in the City of Light
Delight in the city’s most iconic sights on this morning’s guided sightseeing tour. You’ll visit Notre Dame Cathedral and see the Louvre Museum, the commemorative Arc de Triomphe, Opéra, La Madeleine, Les Champs Elysées and much more. The remainder of the day is yours to explore Paris’ many museums, galleries and other attractions at your own pace. Meals B

Day 3 - At leisure in Paris
Enjoy a full free day to explore this amazing city at your own pace - where romance fills the air. Stroll along Les Champs Elysées, the boutique-lined boulevards, or see the Eiffel Tower, built for the World's Fair of 1889. Paris at night offers unlimited possibilities for every taste. Meals B

Day 4 - By rail to Luxembourg to board your luxury river ship
Bid “Au Revoir” to Paris as you board your TGV high-speed train to Metz. Upon arrival, continue by motorcoach to Luxembourg, one of the last independent duchies that made up Western and Central Europe. You will have a guided tour of Luxembourg before transferring to your luxury ship in Remich. Tonight, gather with your fellow passengers for a Welcome Dinner in the ship’s elegant restaurant. Meals B,D [Note: Guests on our 8-day Cruise Only program will embark our luxury ship today here in Remich.]

Day 5 - Ashore in Trier and Bernkastel
After breakfast, your ship arrives in charming Trier, Germany’s oldest city. On your guided tour, you will see the ancient Roman amphitheater and baths, the Basilica of Constantine and the Porta Nigra Gate, dating back to 180 A.D. Continue to Bernkastel in the heart of the fertile Mosel wine-producing region. Bernkastel boasts over 500 years of documented wine history. Step ashore in the late afternoon for a vineyard visit and wine tasting, an opportunity to sample several different vintages from the celebrated Mosel valley. After dinner, enjoy a guided walking tour through Bernkastel’s Old Town, graced with fine medieval and Renaissance buildings. Meals B,L,D

Day 6 - Through the magnificent Rhine Gorge
Today, you have your choice of a guided excursion to Cochem or Koblenz. In Cochem, you will visit the spectacular hilltop Reichsburg Castle, which offers breathtaking views of the river valley. In the alternative, travel to Koblenz, an historic wine-growing town at the confluence of the Mosel and Rhine rivers. See the Four Towers, the Church of Our Lady, and hear the story behind the Schängel Fountain and City Hall. Later, enjoy scenic cruising through the celebrated Rhine Gorge, the most beautiful stretch of the Rhine, You’ll marvel at castle after castle and see the legendary Lorelei Rock. Arrive in Rüdesheim and visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument. Meals B,L,D

Day 7 - Another choice of sightseeing… Mainz or Heidelberg
Today you can join a guided walking tour of beautiful Mainz to see the famous Gutenberg Museum, home to the world’s first printed bible. Then enjoy a lunchtime cruise to Frankfurt, where you will have a walking tour of the city’s medieval section. In the alternative, travel by motor coach to Heidelberg, Germany’s oldest university town. Visit the red-walled Castle, enjoy gorgeous views of the Neckar Valley below, and see the Great Vat, a 49,000-gallon 18th-century wine cask. Later this afternoon, you’ll return to Frankfurt. Meals B,L,D

Day 8 - Ashore in Miltenberg and Wertheim
Arrive in Miltenberg for a walking tour of this delightful old Franconian town, beloved for its narrow cobblestone streets and gabled, half-timbered houses. Return to ship for lunch as your vessel cruises to Freudenberg. This afternoon’s motorcoach excursion takes you to Wertheim, where you will have free time to explore the town on your own before returning to ship for an overnight cruise to Würzburg. A guided bicycle tour from Freudenberg to Wertheim is also available (capacity controlled). Meals B,L,D

Day 9 - From Würzburg to Kitzingen
Step ashore in Würzburg for a guided tour, including the magnificent Residenz Palace and the city’s other major sights. This afternoon, you can take an optional tour along the Romantic Road to medieval Rothenberg to visit its world-famous Christmas Museum. Or relax on board as you cruise through the afternoon to Kitzingen. This evening, the Aulic Council and Wine Queens will welcome you at the Kitzingen pier and escort you to Germany’s oldest wine cellar for a memorable tasting of fine regional wines. Meals B,L,D

Day 10 - The medieval glory of Bamberg
Your ship arrives this afternoon in Bamberg, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. On your guided walking tour along the winding streets of this finely preserved medieval town, you’ll admire its breathtaking cathedral, charming 18th-century Burgher homes and the Old Town Hall which straddles the river. Take a refreshing break to sample some of Bamberg’s famous smoked beer before returning to ship. This evening, you set sail for Nuremberg, the capital of Franconia. Meals B,L,D

Day 11 - Disembark in Nuremberg and travel to Prague
After breakfast, disembark your ship in Nuremberg and enjoy a guided morning tour of this historic city. See the famous Zeppelin Field where Hitler held his infamous Nazi Party Rallies, and the Justice Palace where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946. You will have some free time to explore the town on your own before traveling onward to Prague. Meals B [Note: For guests on our 8-day Cruise Only program, our services end this morning upon disembarkation.]

Day 12 - Sightseeing in the City of 1,000 Spires
This morning's sightseeing reveals why Prague is considered one of Europe's most attractive cities. Visit the thousand-year-old Hradcany Castle and St. Vitus and then walk over the statue-lined Charles Bridge to Old Market Square. The balance of your day is free to mix with the locals at Wenceslas Square, shop for souvenirs or to enjoy one of the city’s many charming cafés or restaurants. Meals B

Day 13 - Bid farewell to Prague
Our tour services end this morning after breakfast at your hotel. Meals B

Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
5/18/2012 - 5/31/2012	$4,139
6/22/2012 - 7/5/2012	$4,039
7/16/2012 - 7/29/2012	$4,039
7/22/2012 - 8/4/2012	$4,039
8/10/2012 - 8/23/2012	$4,039
9/2/2012 - 9/15/2012	$4,239
9/14/2012 - 9/27/2012	$4,239
10/22/2012 - 11/4/2012	$3,839
10/28/2012 - 11/10/2012	$3,839
Note: Departures appearing above in green are guaranteed to operate by the tour operator.
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Your European River Cruise & Tour includes:

• 3 nights in Paris at the Pullman Paris Montparnasse Hotel (or similar) with daily buffet breakfast Transfer from your hotel via the high-speed TGV train to Luxembourg for embarkation in Remich 7 nights in an outside stateroom aboard our 5-star ship from the award-winning fleet of AmaWaterways; 82% of our staterooms feature large French balconies. Daily sightseeing program as outlined in the itinerary Infotainment System in all staterooms with complimentary Internet access, hit movies, music library and English language TV stations Plush terry bathrobes and luxurious white-on-white bedding in all staterooms Superb dining with all meals included during your cruise Complimentary, free-flowing red and white wines from Europe's great wine regions plus beer and soft drinks with every dinner onboard the ship Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily Cocktail reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner Special shipboard highlights including lectures, theme dinners, cooking demonstration, music performances and afternoon & evening piano music Complimentary use of bicycles to explore on your own Services of our professional Cruise Manager All English language on board in a comfortable non-smoking environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck) Transfer from the ship in Nuremberg to your hotel in Prague 2 nights in Prague at either the InterContinental Hotel or Hilton Old Town (or similar) with daily buffet breakfast All local taxes GeneralAssist, our toll-free 24/7 emergency on-tour assistance

Note: Shore excursions and sightseeing tours on this program are offered by Ama Waterways and are not limited to 16 guests.

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