Cabin
Upgrades per person in US Dollars
The
above prices are per person in Category E in a
deluxe outside stateroom with window,
To upgrade to a higher category, add the following amount per person |
| Category |
Deck |
Stateroom |
Price |
D |
Piano |
Window |
$199
|
C |
Violin/Cello |
French
Balcony |
$579
|
B |
Violin/Cello |
French
Balcony |
$779
|
A |
Violin |
French
Balcony |
$889
|
S |
Violin |
French
Balcony |
$1,899 |
Please
Note: Please
select bedding configuration at the time of
booking.
The choices are: Choice
A: Two twin beds | Choice
B: One large bed (larger than queen size)
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Begin
your journey with a visit to two of Switzerland’s
most famous cities, elegant Zürich and captivating
Lucerne. Enjoy lake-side excursions, magical Christmas
markets and winter time Alpine vistas. Travel on the
enchanting Rhine River for a 7-night cruise beginning
in cosmopolitan Basel. Continue to the legendary Black
Forest region, the medieval town of Strasbourg, the
university city of Heidelberg, and historic Cologne,
famous for its majestic Cathedral and bustling Christmas
market. Conclude your fabulous winter voyage in Amsterdam,
amidst legendary canals and colorful holiday surroundings.
INCLUDED FEATURES
- 2 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Lucerne at the
Radisson Blu (or similar) including daily Buffet
Breakfast
- 2 Nights
Hotel Accommodation in Zürich at
The Hotel Continental (or similar) including daily
Buffet Breakfast
- Transfer
from the Hotel in Zürich to ship in Basel
- 7
Nights Deluxe Cruise Accommodation in an Outside
Stateroom - 82% of the Staterooms with
large French Balconies (Twin Balconies on select
vessels)
- Daily
Sightseeing Program as outlined in the Itinerary
- 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
- Multiple
Dining Venues on select vessels
- Free-flowing
Red & 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
- Special
Highlights including Lectures, Theme Dinners, Cooking
Demonstration, onboard
Music
Performances and afternoon & evening
Piano Music
- Use
of Bicycles to explore on your own
- 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
ITINERARY
DAY
1,
Board your overnight flight to Zürich, Switzerland.
DAY
2, ARRIVE IN ZÜRICH, SWITZERLAND
Arrive in Zürich and transfer to your hotel. The
balance of the day is free for you to start exploring
this beautiful town. Perhaps visit the Old Town or
shop along the Bahnhofstrasse and Niederdorf.
DAY
3, ZÜRICH
Your morning walking tour of Zürich will include
Grossmünster, St. Peter, with the largest church
clock face in the world, Old Town, Town Hall and Fraumünster,
which offers an exceptional 360° panoramic view
of Zürich. The afternoon and evening is free for
you to explore on your own. Options include Europe’s
largest indoor Christmas Market located in the town’s
main railway station or the markets at the Bahnhofstrasse
and in the city center. (B)
DAY
4, ZÜRICH – LUCERNE
After breakfast, continue to on to Lucerne via Einsiedeln
Monastery. In Lucerne, you will enjoy a cruise across
the tranquil waters of Lake Lucerne. The looming
mountains surrounding the lake provide a breathtaking
view. The remainder of the day is at your leisure
to explore the town on your own or visit the enchanting
Christmas Market located at the train station, where
you will find yourself surrounded by the aroma of
mulled wine and Christmas confectioneries. (B)
DAY 5, LUCERNE
Situated on Lake Lucerne, the city is a medieval jewel.
After breakfast, enjoy a walking tour that will explore
some of the city’s cobblestone streets, monuments,
fountain-embellished public squares, covered bridges
and colorful frescoed buildings. The afternoon brings
free time to shop for watches, knives and world-famous
chocolates. Or, you can join the optional tour and
cable car ride to the top of Mount Pilatus. (B)
DAY
6, LUCERNE – BASEL – EMBARKATION
This morning, depart from Lucerne, visiting the Lion
Monument en route to Basel. Arrive in Basel for a
city tour before embarking your luxurious river cruise
ship. Switzerland’s second largest city is
ideally located at the crossroads of Switzerland,
France and Germany. Long an important university,
banking and trade center, Basel’s glorious
past is still evident in its medieval Town Hall and
exquisite 18th- century patrician homes. After settling
into your stateroom this afternoon, you may wish
to visit Basel’s Christmas Market on Barfsserplatz.
Tonight, gather on board for a Welcome Cocktail and
Dinner. (B,D)
DAY
7, BREISACH – COLMAR, FRANCE OR FREIBURG,
GERMANY
Today, choose between a city tour of Colmar or a tour
through the famous Black Forest region of Germany.
On the Black Forest tour, you will drive through a
scenic forested area where you will encounter a number
of lakes as well as charming examples of rural architecture.
Your tour will include a stop at a Cuckoo Clock factory
and to the Christmas Markets of Freiburg. In the alternative,
travel to medieval Colmar, situated along the Alsatian
Wine Route and the self-proclaimed “Capital of
Alsatian Wine.” During your city tour, you will
see remarkable half-timber framed houses, the German-influenced
Old Quarter and the Launch River. You will also enjoy
a wine tasting. Colmar is beautifully decorated with
stunning illuminations during the Advent period and
offers five Christmas Markets. Tonight, the ship set
sails for Strasbourg, France. (B,L,D)
DAY
8, STRASBOURG, FRANCE – SPEYER, GERMANY
Capital and principal city of the Alsace region in
northeastern France, Strasbourg is situated on the
Ill River, where it flows into the Rhine on the border
with Germany. Enjoy a canal cruise, revealing the
picturesque town, known for its black and white timber-framed
buildings, covered bridges and medieval watch towers.
Then take a tour through this charming ton. See the
European Parliament and visit the “La Petite
France” district, where you will see the sandstone
Gothic Cathedral with its famous astronomical clock.
You will also visit Strasbourg’s famous Christmas
market. Dating back to the 16th century, the market
is the oldest in France, and features hundreds of
stands selling arts and crafts, decorations and holiday
treats. A guided bicycle tour is also available (capacity
controlled). Depart at lunchtime for Speyer, where
your Cruise Manager will lead a walking tour after
dinner. (B,L,D)
DAY
9, SPEYER- HEIDELBERG, GERMANY – WORMS
Depart from Speyer for your excursion to Heidelberg,
where you will visit the red-walled Castle, with
its Great Vat, a 49,000-gallon 18th-century wine
cask and beautiful views of the Neckar Valley and
Heidelberg below. Return to the ship at Worms, one
of Germany’s oldest cities. The city is known
for its many excellent examples of Romanesque architecture,
including the majestic 12th-century St. Peter’s
Cathedral. During your tour, visit the impressive
monument to Martin Luther and other leaders of the
Reformation along the “Luther Trail.” You
will also see the 11th-century “Heiliger Sand,” one
of the largest and oldest Jewish cemeteries in Europe.
During your free time, visit Worms’ Christmas
Markets. (B,L,D)
DAY
10, RÜDESHEIM – RHINE CASTLES – KOBLENZ
This morning, arrive in Rüdesheim and visit Siegfried's
Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Explore the Drosselgasse,
a narrow alley lined with wine taverns and restaurants.
Enjoy a wine tasting at a local vintner and - visit
the Christmas Markets where you will find more than
120 stands from 12 nations. This afternoon, your ship
departs for Koblenz. You will cruise through the Rhine
Gorge, the most beautiful stretch of the river, passing
castle after castle. Arrive in Koblenz late this afternoon.
Your Cruise Manager will lead a walking tour through
this charming town. The ship moors overnight in Koblenz.
(B,L,D)
DAY
11, KOBLENZ – COLOGNE
This morning, the ship cruises to Cologne for a walking
tour through the old part of the city and visit to
the fabled 13th-century Gothic Cathedral. During
your free time, return to the cathedral to browse
through the city’s most impressive Christmas
Market. The ship departs tonight for Amsterdam. (B,L,D)
DAY 12, AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND
Admire beautiful 17-th century homes, charming churches
and 16th-century merchant houses on a guided canal
boat tour. Then enjoy a motor coach tour of Amsterdam,
including a photo stop at the Rembrandt Windmill,
followed by free time in Amsterdam. This evening,
bid farewell to your fellow passengers at the Gala
Farewell Dinner. (B,L,D
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