ROMANTIC RHINE - 2009 : Affinity
9 days incl. air, or 8 days from Amsterdam to Basel (WAZ)
INCLUDED FEATURES
Cruise:
Deluxe 7-night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam or Amsterdam to Basel in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds
Basel:
Welcome reception
Breisach:
Excursion to Black Forest (WAZ only)
Strasbourg:
Guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral
Heidelberg:
Guided visit of the castle
Mainz:
Visit the Gutenberg Museum
Rudesheim:
"Winzerexpress" mini train; visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum
Koblenz:
Guided sightseeing
Cologne:
Guided sightseeing
Amsterdam:
Canal cruise
Notes:
MEALS
Superb dining with all meals on board daily featuring full breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D), including a welcome reception, welcome dinner, and Captain's dinner; quality wines from Europe's most famous wine regions with every dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in the description, including admission charges when applicable.
Itinerary
Day 1
(Sat.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight.
Day 2 Amsterdam, Holland (Embarkation)
(Sun.) Welcome to Amsterdam! Holland's capital is sophisticated and modern, with a rich and fascinating history. The works of famous Dutch masters can be seen in world-renowned museums such as the Rijksmuseum or the Van Gogh. This afternoon the crew of your vessel awaits to welcome you on board. (D)
Day 3 Amsterdam
(Mon.) There is no better way to see the city than by CANAL BOAT, cruising through the elegant grachten lined with stately homes dating back to Amsterdam's "Golden Age." Afterward, your river cruise vessel sets sail for Cologne. (B,L,D)
Day 4 Cologne, Germany
(Tue.) Cologne is one of Germany's largest cities, with a river skyline dominated by the soaring twin spires of its magnificent gothic cathedral. The Germano-Roman Museum located next to the cathedral is a must for history buffs! Try a Kolsch in one of the many taverns and shop for a bottle of 4711, the original "eau de cologne." (B,L,D)
Day 5 Koblenz-Rhine Gorge-Rudesheim
(Wed.) Situated at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle Rivers, 2,000-year-old Koblenz is the cultural and business center of the Middle Rhine region. The dramatic RHINE GORGE is the most beautiful stretch of river. Pass the legendary rock of the Lorelei, where sweet songs of local beauties lured enchanted sailors to their doom. In Rudesheim, SIEGFRIED'S MECHANICAL MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MUSEUM is a real surprise! A SPECIAL TREAT is planned, then free time to explore the Drosselgasse and pick up some souvenirs. (B,L,D)
Day 6 Excursion to Heidelberg
(Thu.) Heidelberg is Germany's oldest university town. The ruins of the imposing red sandstone CASTLE tower above the city. Of particular interest is the GIANT VAT, an 18th-century wine cask holding 49,000 gallons! (B,L,D)
Day 7 Strasbourg, France
(Fri.) Situated on the border of France and Germany, Strasbourg is influenced by the culture of both countries and is the capital of the Alsace region. It is the seat of the Council of Europe and the European Parliament. Noteworthy sights are the GOTHIC CATHEDRAL, the lovely LA PETITE FRANCE district, Place Kleber, and Place Gutenberg with the statue of the inventor of the printing press. An optional excursion to the Alsace wine region is available today. (B,L,D)
Day 8 Breisach, Germany. Excursion to the Black Forest
(Sat.) Located at the foot of Kaiserstuhl Mountain on the French-German border, Breisach is the gateway to Germany's BLACK FOREST region, an area of unrivaled natural beauty with its forests of thick pine trees. Surely the most well-known products from this region are Black Forest ham and Black Forest cherry cake. (B,L,D)
Day 9 Basel, Switzerland (Disembarkation)
(Sun.) Homebound flights should not leave Zurich Airport before 10 am. (B)
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Airport transfers may be included when you make your flight arrangements.
Call 800-544-4009 for more information or to book today! Mention code 7428334
- Cruise Line
- Avalon Waterways
- Offer
- Offer valid through 12/31/2008
- Duration
- 9 Days
- Cruise Ship
- Affinity
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| Day | Port | Arrive | Depart |
| Day 1 | Board your overnight transatlantic flight | ||
| Day 2 | Amsterdam | ||
| Day 3 | Amsterdam | ||
| Day 4 | Cologne | ||
| Day 5 | udesheim | ||
| Day 6 | Excursion to Heidelberg | ||
| Day 7 | Strasbourg | ||
| Day 8 | Breisach | ||
| Day 9 | Basel |
- Dates/Pricing
- Disclaimer
- US$ Price Details
- Applicable air fare taxes and feesPort charges: $98 per person.
Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available.
Extra nights per person in Amsterdam:
in single room $490, in twin room $280
Extra nights per person in Zurich:
in single room $175, in twin room $115
Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
To upgrade to a higher category (all staterooms Twin/Double), add per person:Category / Affinity Decks / Price
B / Sapphire Deck / $499
A / Sapphire Deck / $549
P / Royal Deck / $649
Jr. Suite / Royal Deck / $1,199Category / Creativity Decks / Price
B / Sapphire Deck / $499
A / Sapphire Deck / $549
P / Royal Deck / $649
Jr. Suite / Royal Deck / $1,199Category / Tapestry Decks / Price
B / Sapphire Deck / $499
A / Sapphire Deck / $549
P / Royal Deck / $649
Jr. Suite / Royal Deck / $1,199Our Volume Buying Power Saves You Money!
-We may be able to provide you with flight arrangements from your gateway city.
-Additional accommodations before or after your tour may be available at our low prices.
Additional Information:
-Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking.
-2008, 2009 & 2010 vacation itineraries and prices are subject to change.
Guaranteed Air-Inclusive Price:
Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.
Air booked in conjunction with a land vacation is considered an air-inclusive vacation. Air can only be booked by Avalon Waterways in conjunction with a land package and is only available for passengers traveling from the United States. For vacation departures in 2008, your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your air schedule had been confirmed and your entire vacation package has been paid in full. For vacation departures in 2009, an additional $250 non-refundable deposit (total $500 non-refundable) is required for air booked in conjunction with any land vacation and your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your flight information is confirmed and Globus has received your full land and air deposit.
Not Included in the Vacation Price:
Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature. - Applicable air fare taxes and feesPort charges: $98 per person.
