DAY 01
SUN 2 SEPT
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ARRIVE IN PARIS
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You will be met on arrival
in Paris by a representative from AMAWATERWAYS and transferred to your
hotel, the HOTEL PULLMAN PARIS MONTPARNASSE located in the heart of
the historical and cultural Left Bank district.
http://www.pullmanhotels.com/gb/hotel-8189-pullman-paris-montparnasse/index.shtml
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 Special
welcome dinner this evening in a nearby historic restaurant, housed in a
beautiful state-heritage building, where you can meet your fellow travelers
while enjoying traditional French cuisine.
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DAY 02
MON 3 SEPT
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PARIS
Enjoy Paris' famous sights
during your morning guided tour. Visit Notre Dame Cathedral, see the unique
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 the many museums, galleries and other attractions that the
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DAY 03
TUES 4 SEPT
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PARIS
A full day at leisure to
explore the amazing "City of Lights," 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 |
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DAY 04
WED 5 SEPT
B, D |
PARIS – LUXEMBOURG – REMICH – EMBARKATION
Bid "Au Revoir" to Paris as
you board your TGV high-speed train to Luxembourg, one of the last
independent duchies that made up Western and Central Europe. Today the Grand
Duchy is important because of its role in international politics and
banking. You will have a guided tour of Luxembourg before transferring to
Remich, enjoying a panoramic drive en route. Remich is a commune in the
south-east of Luxembourg with city status. Evening arrival at the ship for
embarkation. Gala Welcome Dinner on board tonight. |
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DAY 05
THURS 6 SEPT
B, L, D
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TRIER – BERNKASTEL
After breakfast, arrive in
the charming village of Trier, Germany’s oldest city, for a guided tour
which will introduce you to the city’s rich Roman past. Continue to
Bernkastel, strategically located in the middle of the Mosel wine-producing
region, boasting over 500 years of documented wine history. Take a guided
walking tour through the old town center with its many medieval and
Renaissance buildings. Visit the local wine museum. |
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DAY 06
FRI 7 SEPT
B, L, D |
COCHEM – KOBLENZ – RHINE CASTLES – RÜDESHEIM
Today, decide between an
excursion to Cochem or to Koblenz. In Cochem, you will take a guided tour
of the spectacular hilltop Reichsburg Castle, which offers fascinating views
of the river valley. The alternative option travels to Koblenz, an historic
wine-growing town at the confluence of the Mosel and Rhine. Later, enjoy
scenic cruising along the most beautiful and famous part of the Rhine,
seeing castle after castle and the legendary Lorelei Rock. Arrive in
Rüdesheim, where we visit the Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument
Museum after dinner. The ship moors overnight in Rüdesheim. |
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DAY 07
SAT 8 SEPT
B, L, D |
MAINZ – HEIDELBERG – FRANKFURT
Today there are two
sightseeing choices. The first is a guided walking tour of beautiful Mainz
to see the famous Gutenberg Museum, home of the world's first printed bible,
then to enjoy a lunchtime cruise to Frankfurt. In Frankfurt, you will have
a walking tour of the city’s medieval section. The alternative choice is to
travel by motor coach for an excursion 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. You will also enjoy free time in Heidelberg. Later this
afternoon, return to Frankfurt. |
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DAY 08
SUN 9 SEPT
B, L, D |
MILTENBERG – WERTHEIM
Arrive in Miltenberg for a
walking tour of this
delightful old
Franconian
town with its narrow
cobblestone streets and gabled, half-timbered houses. During lunch, the
ship will cruise to Freudenberg. A motor coach tour will take you to
Wertheim, where you will have free time to explore the town on your own
before boarding your ship for an overnight cruise to Würzburg. A guided
bicycle tour from Freudenberg to Wertheim is also available (capacity
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DAY 09
MON 10 SEPT
B, L, D |
ST. PETERSBURG
During
your guided tour of Würzburg, the capital of lower Franconia, visit the
magnificent
 Residenz
Palace and see the major sights. This afternoon take an optional tour along
the Romantic Road to medieval Rothenburg, still surrounded by its walls,
towers, gates, timber framed buildings and ancient churches. Here you can
enjoy a walking tour, followed by free time. One of the most famous shops
dedicated to the Christmas season is located here, complete with hand-made
German Christmas ornaments. Or join our Würzburg to Kitzingen Bike tour.
This evening, the Aulic Council and Wine Queens will welcome you at the pier
and escort you to Germany’s oldest wine cellar. Enjoy several different
wines, presented with bread, knowledgeable hosts, and plenty of laughter |
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DAY 10
TUES 11 SEPT
B, L, D |
BAMBERG
Afternoon arrival in
enchanting Bamberg, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993.
Disembark for a guided walking tour of this medieval gem. Marvel at the
breathtaking cathedral, the Old Town Hall straddling the river, and the
city’s serpentine streets with charming houses and 18th century
mansions. Enjoy free time in Bamberg before you continue your cruise this
evening to ancient Nuremberg, capital of Franconia. |
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DAY 11
WED 12 SEPT
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NUREMBERG – PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
After breakfast, wave
goodbye to the crew as you disembark the ship. Enjoy a guided morning tour
of the historic city of Nuremberg with its fabulous Gothic churches and
elegant impressive walls. 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 transferring to Prague. Arrive in Prague late this
afternoon.Check in at the HOTEL INTERCONTINENTAL PRAGUE,
situated in the heart of this beautiful city for the next two nights.
http://www.intercontinental.com/intercontinental/en/gb/locations/overview/prague
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DAY 12
THURS 13 SEPT
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PRAGUE
This morning's sightseeing
reveals why Prague is considered one of Europe's most attractive cities.
Begin with a scenic drive through Prague seeing the Dancing House and the
Metronome overlooking the Vltava River before arriving at the
thousand-year-old Hradcany Castle for a visit. Afterwards, walk over the
Charles Bridge to the Old Market Square. This evening enjoy a special
farewell traditional dinner for our group. |
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DAY 13
FRI 14 SEPT
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PRAGUE
Bid farewell to Prague and
transfer to the airport for your homeward flight. |
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NAUTICAL SCHEDULES ARE
SUBJECT TO WATER LEVELS, CRUISING CONDITIONS AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
WITHOUT NOTICE. |
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Prices in US Dollars |
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Cabin Cat |
Deck |
Window Type |
Size Sq. Mtr. |
Size Sq. Ft. |
Per Person in Dbl Cabin |
Single Supplement |
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E |
Piano Deck |
Fixed windows |
15,8 |
170 |
$4,979.00
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$2,084.00 |
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D |
Piano Deck |
Fixed windows |
15,8 |
170 |
$5,159.00
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$2,174.00 |
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D |
Cello & Violin Deck |
French Balcony |
15,8 |
170 |
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$2,345.00 |
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B |
Cello & Violin Deck |
French Balcony |
15,8 |
170 |
$5,681.00
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$2,435.00 |
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A |
Violin Deck |
French Balcony |
15,8 |
170 |
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$2,485.00 |
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S(Jr Suites) |
Violin Deck |
French Balcony |
23,7 |
255 |
$6,689.00 |
$5,099.00 |
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Final price subject to
possible increases in taxes and fuel levies
Prices based on a minimum
of 18 Passengers. Price subject to possible increase for lower numbers
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Single accommodation on a
request basis and limited to 10 percent of the passengers traveling.
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There is a Guaranteed Share
Program on this cruise. If a single passenger does not want to pay the
single supplement, they can book a shared cabin in category B. If another
single (of the same sex) also requests a guarantee shared cabin, they would
share. Apparently, most of the time, the second person does not materialize
and the first passenger will travel as a single, but pay the sharing rate. |
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A HANDLING FEE
OF USD35 PER TRANSACTION WILL BE CHARGED FOR ANY
ALTERATION OR
REVISION MADE TO A CONFIRMED RESERVATION. |
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INCLUDED
IN PRICE:
- 3
Nights accommodation in Paris on bed & breakfast basis
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Paris City Tour (optional Seine Cruise & Eiffel Tower, Montmartre &
Illuminations)
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TGV high-speed train Paris to Luxembourg
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Luxembourg guided walking tour
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Road Transfer to ship in Remich
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Nights cruise Accommodation in an Outside Cabin
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On Board Cocktail Reception & Welcome Dinner
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All Meals on board; Early-riser Coffee, Buffet Breakfast, Lunch and
Dinner
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Free-flowing Wine, beer and juice with every Dinner on board the Ship
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Bottled Water in cabins replenished daily
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Daily guided sightseeing tours, excursions and entrances as per
itinerary at all ports of call
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Wurzburg City Tour (optional afternoon Romantic Road Tour to
Rothenburg)
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Nuremberg city tour
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Road Transfer Nuremberg to Prague
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Nights accommodation in Prague on bed & breakfast basis
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Prague City Tour (optional half day excursion to Terezin, Folklore
Dinner Show)
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All English Language onboard in a non-smoking Environment (except Sun
Deck)
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Use of bicycles to explore on your own (capacity controlled)
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All local Taxes
In addition to above
standard cruise inclusions
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Welcome dinner in Paris including drinks & transfers
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Farewell dinner in Prague including drinks & transfers
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Fully escorted by Pannell’s Tours tour leaders from Paris to Prague
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Pannell’s Tours travel bag, luggage labels and postage
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All Gratuities (Cruise Director, Ship’s Crew, Cabin Staff, Shore Tour
Guides & Drivers)
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Hotel Porterage on departure from Paris hotel and on arrival at Prague
hotel
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NOT
INCLUDED IN PRICE:
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Flights
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Port charges of USD147 per person
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Private Airport/Hotel/Airport transfers on days 1 and 13 of tour
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Visa costs (if visa required, South African passport holders will
require a Shengen visa)
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Insurance
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Final price subject to
possible increase in prices of taxes and fuel levies |
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