European River Cruises and Christmas Christmas Cruise on the Moselle and Rhine from Paris to Amsterdam 2008/2009  3 nights in Paris, 7-night cruise from Trier to Amsterdam

Early Booking Special for all 2009  departures
5% off for bookings made by Sep.30/2008!!!

Detailed Itinerary: (Christmas Wonderland) Day 1, Thur. ARRIVE IN PARIS, FRANCE. Arrival in Paris. Take the balance of the day to relax or explore the “City of Lights”. Day 2, Fri. PARIS. See the most famous sights of Paris on this morning’s tour: Visit Notre Dame Cathedral, pass the reknowned Louvre Museum, the commemorative Arc de Triomphe, Opéra, Madeleine, Champs Elysées and much more. The remainder of the day is yours to explore the many museums, galleries and other attractions that the city has to offer. (B)

Day 3, Sat. PARIS.
Enjoy a full free day to explore the most romantic city in the world. Stroll through the Jardin de Tuilleries, gaze at impressionist masterpieces at Musée D’Orsay, or visit the top of the Eiffel Tower, built for the 1889 World’s Fair. Paris at night sparkles with possibilities for every taste. (B)

Day 4, Sun. PARIS – LUXEMBOURG, TRIER, GERMANY.
This morning, drive through the French countryside of Champagne to Luxembourg, one of the last independent duchies which once made up western and central Europe. The Grand Duchy’s role in international politics and banking remains important today. There is free time for lunch and a guided city tour before continuing to Trier and boarding the ship. Tonight gather on board for a Welcome Dinner. (B,D)

Day 5, Mon. TRIER-BERNKASTEL.
This morning, enjoy a tour of Germany’s oldest city, Trier, which has been the home to six Roman emperors. After lunch, arrive in Bernkastel for a city tour. Situated in the heart of the Mosel wine region, this medieval village has been called the “international town of vine and wine.” The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy exploring the town and Christmas market. (B,L,D)

Day 6, Tue. COCHEM - BOPPARD.
This morning take the included excursion to Cochem, where a guided tour of the hilltop Reichsburg Castle offers stunning views of the river valley. This afternoon, we cruise to Boppard where the evening is free for you to explore. (B,L,D)

Day 7, Wed. MAINZ – FRANKFURT.
Today you decide: either disembark for a trip to Mainz or travel by motorcoach to Heidelberg, Germany’s oldest university town, where you will 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. If you choose Mainz, your guided walking tour of this beautiful town will include the famous Guttenberg Museum, home of the world’s first printed bible. Later this afternoon, both tours return to Frankfurt, where there is free time to enjoy the Christmas market. (B,L,D)

Day 8, Thur. KOBLENZ – COLOGNE.
Situated at the crossing of the Rhine and Mosel rivers is picturesque Koblenz. This morning’s walking tour will take you through its cozy lanes and alleyways where you’ll see the many cultural monuments and historical buildings. After lunch, we’ll cruise on to Cologne where the evening is free to explore the Christmas market. You will also be minutes away from Old Town, the perfect place to enjoy an after dinner Kölsh, a specialty beer. (B,L,D)

Day 09, Fri. COLOGNE – DUSSELDORF.
This morning’s tour of Cologne includes a visit to the fabled 13th-century Gothic cathedral. Over lunch we’ll cruise on to Dusseldorf, where your afternoon tour will take you to Burgplatz with its Old Castle Tower, Markplatz and its Town Hall, and the sophisticates shopping on Kings Avenue. The remainder of the afternoon is yours to explore the Christmas market, where you will find an assortment of unique children’s toys, tinsel angels, dolls and gingerbread. We cruise overnight to Amsterdam. (B,L,D)

Day 10, Sat. AMSTERDAM.
This afternoon enjoy a guided cruise through the city’s historic canals. Your last evening is free to explore the 700-year-old European capital with its elegant and classic architecture, cafés, restaurants, lively marketplace and exciting nightlife. Perhaps, visit one of the city's renowned museums such as the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum or the Anne Frank House. (B,L,D)

Day 11, Sun. DEPART AMSTERDAM.
Your magical Christmas Wonderland vacation ends today. (B)

Day		Destination		Activities
Day 1		Paris		Transfer to hotel
Day 2		Paris		City tour
Day 3		Paris		Optional tours available
Day 4		Paris Luxembourg Trier		Coach to Luxembourg City tour EMBARKATION Welcome Cocktails Welcome Dinner
Day 5		Trier Bernkastel		City tour Visit Christmas Market* Walking tour
Day 6		Cochem Boppard		Tour Reichsburg Castle Free Evening
Day 7		Mainz Frankfurt		City tour City tour Visit Christmas Market*
Day 8		Koblenz Cologne		Walking tour Visit Christmas Market*
Day 9		Cologne Dusseldorf		City tour Cathedral visit Walking tour Visit Christmas Market*
Day 10		Amsterdam		City tour Canal Boat tour
Day 11		Amsterdam		DISEMBARK

Included Features:

• 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Paris including daily Buffet Breakfast
• Transfer from the Hotel in Paris via Luxembourg to the Ship in Trier
• 7-night Deluxe Cruise in an Outside Stateroom - 82% of the Staterooms with large French Balconies
• Infotainment System in all Staterooms with Internet, Movie and Music Library & English Language TV Stations
• Terry Bathrobes and White-on-white plush Bedding in all Staterooms
• Superb Dining with all Meals included during your Cruise
• Unlimited Quality Red & White Wines from Europe's great Wine Regions with every Dinner on board the Ship
• Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner
• Transfer from the Ship in Trier via Luxembourg to Hotel in Paris
• 3 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Paris including daily Buffet Breakfast
• Daily Sightseeing Program as outlined in the Itinerary
• Special Highlights including Folklore Dances, Lectures, Theme Dinners, on board Music Performances and afternoon & evening Piano Music
• Use of Amadagio Bicycles to explore
• Services of Professional Cruise Director
• All English Language on board in a non-smoking Environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)
• All local Taxes

Departure dates  2008

 Departure dates 2009 

***- Due to holiday schedule spend 4 nights in Paris instead of 3. Most Christmas Markets close on December 23

2008 Port Charges: $91 per person
2009 Port Charges: $98 per person
Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of twin price; Jr. Suites 100% of twin price.
Single supplement for Land: $360 per person.

Prices are per person in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom with window. To upgrade to a higher Category, add per person:
Cat.		Deck		STATEROOM		2008 Price		2009 Price
D		Piano Deck		Window		$99		$149
C		Cello Deck		French Balcony		$399		$449
B		Cello Deck		French Balcony		$499		$599
A		Violin Deck		French Balcony		$599		$699
S		Violin Deck		French Balcony		$1299		$1499

NOTE: Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking. The choices are:
Choice A: Two twin beds
Choice B: One large bed (larger then queen size)

Ships Used: MS Amadagio for ship description 
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