Vineyards of the Rhine and Mosel

Your European River Cruise includes:

• 7 Nights deluxe cruise accommodation in an outside stateroom aboard our 5-star ship from the award-winning fleet of AMAWaterways Daily sightseeing program as outlined in the itinerary Visit the 2012 Floriade Expo, which takes place from early April through mid-October Infotainment System in all staterooms with free Internet, hit movies, music library and English language TV?stations Terry bathrobes and white-on-white plush bedding in all staterooms Superb dining with all meals included during your cruise Free-flowing red and white wines from Europe's great wine regions, beer and soft drinks with every dinner on board the ship Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner Transfer from the ship to Luxembourg, followed by high-speed TGV train to Paris 3 nights hotel accommodation in Paris including daily buffet breakfast Special highlights including lectures, theme dinners, cooking demonstration, onboard music performances and afternoon & evening piano music Use of bicycles to explore on your own & guided bicycle tours Services of professional Cruise Manager All English language on board in a non-smoking environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck) All transfers with the purchase of cruise, land & air package All local taxes

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 Amsterdam, Holland!
Your luxurious river cruise ship is moored near the city center. Meet your fellow travelers tonight at the Gala Welcome Reception. Meals D

Day 2 - Discover Amsterdam
After breakfast, admire beautiful 18th-century homes, charming churches and 17th-century merchant houses on a guided canal boat tour. Then enjoy a panoramic city tour of Amsterdam including a photo stop at one of the city’s iconic windmills, followed by free time. Meals, B,L,D

Day 3 - The Floriade Horticultural Expo and Cologne, Germany
Arrive in Düsseldorf this morning and take a motorcoach to Venlo, where you will have the unique opportunity to visit the Floriade World Horticultural Expo. Bringing together more than 100 exhibitors from dozens of countries, the Floriade Expo grounds will feature five themed zones connected by wooded areas. Each of the zones contains its own horticultural exhibits, cultural attractions, activities, restaurant, music, dance and theatrical performances. Late this afternoon, travel to Cologne, where your ship is now docked. Enjoy a guided walking tour through the old part of the city and a visit to the fabled 13th-century Gothic cathedral. Late tonight, the ship departs for Rüdesheim. Meals B,L,D

Day 4 - Discover charming Rüdesheim
This morning, admire the stunning beauty of the Rhine castles and legendary Lorelei Rock as you cruise through the spectacular Rhine Gorge. After lunch, arrive in Rüdesheim, where you will enjoy an afternoon wine tasting with a local vintner. Explore the Drosselgasse, a narrow alley lined with wine taverns and restaurants during your free time. In the evening, visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, which houses a fascinating collection of robotic and self-playing musical instruments from the 18th-20th centuries. The ship overnights here. Meals B,L,D

Day 5 - Ashore in Mainz
We arrive this morning in Mainz, where you’ll have your choice of included sightseeing. You can choose a walking tour of beautiful Mainz, where you will see the famous Gutenberg Museum, home of the world’s first printed bible. In the alternative, chose an excursion to Heidelberg, Germany’s oldest university town. You will visit the red-walled Heidelberg Castle, the Great Vat and also take a walking tour of Old Heidelberg. Tonight, the ship cruises to Koblenz, which is situated at the confluence of the Mosel and Rhine rivers. Meals B,L,D

Day 6 - Cruising to Cochem
This afternoon, your ship arrives in picturesque Cochem, located amidst the steep vineyards and wine villages of the Mosel. You will have your choice of a walking tour and guided visit to the hilltop Reichsburg Castle, featuring spectacular views of the Mosel. In the alternative, you may choose to participate in a guided bike tour of this lovely town (capacity controlled). Meals B,L,D

Day 7 - Explore Bernkastel
Step ashore in Bernkastel this morning for a vineyard visit and walking tour. Strategically located in the heart of the Mosel, the town boasts over 500 years of documented wine history. Bernkastel features a medieval marketplace and half-timbered homes with steep gables and beautiful town squares with fountains dating back centuries. Above the town stand the ruins of Castle Landshut, the former summer home of the Archbishop of Trier which was destroyed by a fire in the 17th-century. You will also enjoy wine tasting with a local vintner. This afternoon, your ship cruises to Luxembourg. Meals B,L,D

Day 8 - Arrive Luxembourg and journey to Paris
After disembarking this morning, you will have a panoramic transfer to the capital of the Grand Duchy. See the Luxembourg American Cemetery and Memorial, final resting place of General George S. Patton, Jr. You will enjoy a walking tour of Luxembourg, and then have some free time for lunch on your own before boarding a TGV high-speed train to Paris. Arrive in the mid-afternoon and check in to your hotel. Meals B

Day 9 - The sights of Paris
Enjoy Paris’ famous sights during this morning’s guided tour. Visit Notre Dame Cathedral, pass the Louvre Museum, the commemorative Arc de Triomphe, the Opéra, La Madeleine, Les Champs Elysées and much more. The remainder of the day is yours to explore on your own. Meals B

Day 10 - At leisure in the City of Lights
Your last day in Paris is free for you to enjoy as you wish. Maybe go to the top of the Eiffel Tower, built for the 1889 World’s Fair or choose one of the various optional tours that are available. Meals B

Day 11 - Au revoir, Paris!
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)
5/24/2012 - 6/4/2012	$CALL
6/28/2012 - 7/9/2012	$CALL
8/16/2012 - 8/27/2012	$CALL
8/29/2012 - 9/9/2012	$3,779
9/20/2012 - 10/1/2012	$CALL
Note: Departures appearing above in green are guaranteed to operate by the tour operator.
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Your European River Cruise includes:

• 7 Nights deluxe cruise accommodation in an outside stateroom aboard our 5-star ship from the award-winning fleet of AMAWaterways Daily sightseeing program as outlined in the itinerary Visit the 2012 Floriade Expo, which takes place from early April through mid-October Infotainment System in all staterooms with free Internet, hit movies, music library and English language TV?stations Terry bathrobes and white-on-white plush bedding in all staterooms Superb dining with all meals included during your cruise Free-flowing red and white wines from Europe's great wine regions, beer and soft drinks with every dinner on board the ship Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner Transfer from the ship to Luxembourg, followed by high-speed TGV train to Paris 3 nights hotel accommodation in Paris including daily buffet breakfast Special highlights including lectures, theme dinners, cooking demonstration, onboard music performances and afternoon & evening piano music Use of bicycles to explore on your own & guided bicycle tours Services of professional Cruise Manager All English language on board in a non-smoking environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck) All transfers with the purchase of cruise, land & air package All local taxes

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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