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Avalon Waterways Cruise Through France, Europe, Asia,
Egypt and Galapagos Islands
Cruise the Rivers, Canals
and Waterways of Europe in
2012
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AVALON WATERWAYS RIVER CRUISES will delight you, as
you discover the cradle of civilizations, discovering the
heart of Europe’s charming and picturesque waterside
villages, and their exciting cultural centers. Europe's
magnificent cities [many are world heritage sights] that will
charm you. In Western Europe you'll cruise along the Danube, Main, Moselle, Rhine
and Rhone and Nile Rivers. You’ll glide past imposing
medieval castles amongst lush vineyards, and remarkable ancient wonders. Every
gentle bend of the river reveals another
fascinating vista as your luxurious ship
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winds its way through scenic
panorama whisks you right to the heart of
Europe’s most intriguing and celebrated cities were born.
Visiting and
exploring their history through wonderful cultural
sightseeing tours. In Eastern Europe, you'll Cruise along the
Danube River to the Black Sea, through Austria, and Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Romania and Bulgaria.
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Burgundy & Provence 8 Days Cruise
Only (WLCO)
Port St. Louis to Chalon on the Scenery
from $2349 see the opportunities abound
on this cruise only grand vacation to learn
about France and to taste its sumptuous wines
and cuisine. Your adventure begins when you
embark your ship in Port St. Louis in the
Provence region. Sailing northward up the scenic
Rhone and Saone River, explore Avignon, charming
Viviers, medieval Tournon, Vienne, France's
gastronomical capital of Lyon, as well as Mâcon,
Tournus and Chalon-sur-Saone. Provence has so
much to offer with numerous Roman artifacts,
wonderful food and wines abounds in these
charming villages and beautiful countryside.
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Burgundy & Provence 11 - 12 Days from Côte
d'Azur to Paris (WLC) on the Scenery from
$3189 Opportunities abound on What
awaits you on this grand vacation is to learn
about what southern France has to offer you and
taste her sumptuous wines and cuisine. Your
adventure begins with an overnight in the
stunning Côte d - Azur on the French Riviera.
Then travel to Port St. Louis in the Provence
region to board your ship and sail north up the
scenic Rhône and Saône Rivers. Along the way,
explore Arles, Avignon, charming Viviers,
medieval Tournon, Vienne, France's gastronomic
capital of Lyon, as well as Mâcon, Tournus,
Chalon-sur-Saône, and fascinating Beaune. Your
vacation ends in Paris with two overnights,
guided sightseeing, and free time to explore the
remarkable "City of Light" on your own! You - re
sure to return home from this vacation with lots
of memories and photos to share.
OPTION to Cruise the
Opposite Direction:
Burgundy & Provence (WCL) 11 - 12 Days Paris to
Nice
on the Scenery
from $3089
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Paris to Normandy's Landing Beaches 8 - 9 Days
(WPP) on the Creativity from $2,049
Combine time in France's marvelous capital with
discoveries of quaint villages along the Seine
and in the picturesque Normandy region. Embark
in Paris, where your vacation begins with
sightseeing of some of the famous sites,
including the Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower.
Then set sail and choose between a visit of
Vincent van Gogh's Auvers-sur-Oise or Napoleon
and Josephine's elegant Château de Malmaison.
Next up: your choice of a guided visit of Claude
Monet's stunning gardens at Giverny or
magnificent Bizy Castle. On to Joan of Arc's
historic Rouen, where you choose between an
included excursion to the poignant Normandy
landing beaches or a fascinating "Taste of
Normandy." Continue to Les Andelys with the
Château Gaillard, built by England's King
Richard the Lionheart in 1196, and enjoy free
time to explore this medieval town on your own.
Return to Paris, where you - ll disembark and
conclude your exciting vacation!
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Grand France from Côte d'Azur to Paris 16 - 17
Days from Nice to Paris (WLP)
on Scenery/Creativity from $4898 |
This fantastic cruise
vacation showcases France's breathtaking
scenery, amazing history, and exciting variety.
Your adventure
begins in the
stunning Côte d - Azur on
the French Riviera, then
travel to Port St. Louis to
board your ship and sail
north up the scenic Rhône
and Saône Rivers. Along the
way, explore Arles, Avignon,
delightful Viviers, medieval Tournon,
charming Vienne,
France's gastronomic capital
of Lyon, as well as Mâcon,
Tournus, Chalon-sur-Saône,
and fascinating Beaune.
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your second
cruise ship and spend two
overnights in Paris with
sightseeing of some of the
famous sites. Then begin
your journey along the Seine
River into the picturesque
Normandy region. Choose
between a guided excursion
to Vincent van Gogh's Auvers-sur-Oise or Josephine's elegant
Château de Malmaison. Next
up: your choice of a guided
visit of Claude Monet's
stunning gardens at Giverny
or magnificent Bizy Castle.
On to Joan of Arc's historic
Rouen, where you choose
between an included
excursion to Normandy's
historic landing beaches or
an interesting "Taste of
Normandy." Continue to Les
Andelys, home of dramatic
Château Gaillard, with free
time to explore on your own.
Return to Paris for the
conclusion of your
magnifique cruise vacation.
OPTION
to Cruise the
Opposite Direction:
Grand France from Paris to
Nice (WPL) on the Scenery
from $4948
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Danube
A TASTE OF DANUBE and EXTENDED CRUISES |
A Taste of the Danube
4 Days from Vienna to Budapest
(WVB) on the
Tapestry from $949
the delightful Danube sets the stage for an
incredible cruise through the Main-Danube Canal
between Budapest and Nuremberg. Enjoy guided
sightseeing in Budapest, Regensburg, Passau, and
in magical Vienna. Also take a guided city walk
past the baroque Stiftskirche in Dürnstein;
participate in a wine tasting and guided visit
of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk; and a beer
tasting and guided tour of charming Nuremberg.
Your journey concludes with three nights and
plenty of free time in the “Golden City”of
Prague.
OPTION
to Cruise the
Opposite Direction:
A Taste of Danube
Budapest
to Vienna 5 Days (WBV)
from $949
A Taste of the Danube 6- 7 Days Vienna to
Budapest w/Post Stay in Vienna (WVB1) on the
Tapestry from $1,359
oh to discover the fascinating and
scenic Danube with its charming small towns and
exciting cities on this river cruise vacation.
Begin with a guided sightseeing tour and a
2-night city stay in Vienna, the "City of
Music," for a more comprehensive experience.
Savor Sachertorte in a local café, spend time in
one of the many marvelous museums, window shop
along the Kärntnerstrasse, or stroll along the
historic streets. Then, board your ship and
begin exploring the natural beauty of Austria's
Wachau Valley. Enjoy the serene atmosphere as
you glide along the river, passing quaint
villages and scenic beauty. Visit Melk's
impressive and breathtaking Benedictine Abbey,
see Dürnstein's baroque Stiftskirche, and enjoy
guided sightseeing in Slovakia's vibrant capital
of Bratislava. Your journey concludes in
exciting Budapest.
A Taste of the Danube 6- 7 Days Vienna to
Budapest w/Post Stay in Budapest (WVB2) on
the Tapestry from $1,379 this splendid
cruise you will be introduced to the magnificent Moselle,
Rhine, and Main
Rivers, one of the most scenic river cruises, as well as to the fascinating
Main-Danube Canal. Enjoy city sightseeing in
Paris, Prague, Bernkastel, and Bamberg. Also,
visit Reichsburg Castle above Cochem;
sample the area’s famed Riesling wines in the
charming wine village of Rüdesheim;
and marvel at Miltenberg’s half-timbered houses
and the Bishop’s Residenz in Würzburg.
OPTION to Cruise
Budapest
to Vienna 7 - 8 Nights w/Post Stay in Budapest (WBV1)
on
the Tapestry from $1,709
OR take an
Extended a stay in Bucharest:
Budapest to Vienna 7 - 8 Nights w/Post Stay in
Vienna (WBV2) on
the Tapestry from $1,689
A Taste of the Danube 8
- 9 Days - Vienna to Budapest w/Post Stay in Vienna and Budapest
(WVB3) on the Tapestry from $1,789 on the
Tapestry,
Discover the fascinating and scenic
Danube with its charming small towns and
exciting cities on this river cruise vacation.
Begin with a guided sightseeing tour and a
2-night city stay in Vienna, the "City of
Music," for a more comprehensive experience.
Savor Sachertorte in a local café, spend time in
one of the many marvelous museums, window shop
along the Kärntnerstrasse, or stroll along the
historic streets. Then, board your ship and
begin exploring the natural beauty of Austria's
Wachau Valley. Enjoy the serene atmosphere as
you glide along the river, passing quaint
villages and scenic beauty. Visit Melk's
impressive and breathtaking Benedictine Abbey,
see Dürnstein's baroque Stiftskirche, and enjoy
guided sightseeing in Slovakia's vibrant capital
of Bratislava. Your journey concludes with two
overnights in exciting Budapest, including
guided sightseeing and time to explore on your
own. Enjoy Hungarian cuisine, view the remnants
of the Communist regime, explore its famous
produce market - Central Market Hall, wander
around the former Royal Palace grounds, explore
its famous churches, or just sit back and relax.
It's all available on this grand vacation!
Blue Danube to the Black Sea - Cruise ONLY 10
Days from Bucharest to Vienna (WOVO) on the
Imagery from $3399
A deluxe Danube River
cruise from Bucharest to Vienna is the highlight
on this fascinating getaway through Eastern
Europe. See the sights with a Local Guide in
each city and sail through the dramatic Iron
Gates gorge. Along the way, explore Constanta on
the Black Sea, Bulgaria's Arbanassi and Veliko
Târnovo, Serbia's Belgrade, Croatia's Vukovar,
and the Hungarian capital of Budapest. Your
adventure concludes in Vienna.
Central European Experience Paris
↔ Prague
11 / 12 Days on the
Luminary from $3619
CENTRAL-EUROPEAN-EXPERIENCE
This is a marvelous
Central Europe river cruise introducing you to
the magnificent Moselle, Rhine, and Main Rivers,
as well as to the fascinating Main Danube Canal.
Your vacation begins with two overnights and
guided sightseeing in Paris, the splendid "City
of Light." Also enjoy guided sightseeing in
Trier, Miltenberg, Würzburg, and Bamberg. Visit
Reichsburg Castle above the little town of
Cochem, Siegfried's Mechanical Musical
Instrument Museum in pretty Rüdesheim, and the
Bishop's Residenz in Würzburg. Other highlights:
travel by high-speed train from Paris to Metz,
cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, see the
legendary Lorelei rock, and attend a traditional
baking demonstration in Miltenberg. Your
vacation ends with two overnights, guided
sightseeing, and a visit of the Hradcany Castle
grounds in the "Golden City" of Prague.
The Legendary Danube Prague
↔
Budapest
11 / 12 Days on the
Imagery/Luminary/Tapestry/Tranquility/Vista from $2999
From the splendor of
Prague to the Gypsy violins of Budapest, you -
ll treasure every moment of this memorable
Danube River cruise. Enjoy three nights in
Prague with guided sightseeing as well as time
to explore this marvelous city on your own.
Discover the Hradcany Castle grounds, wander
through Prague's Jewish Quarter, shop for
hand-cut crystal, savor authentic Czech
dumplings, stand in the square where protestors
demonstrated against Communism, or visit one of
the many churches. Then drive to Nuremberg and
set sail for medieval Regensburg, Passau,
Vienna, and Budapest, with guided sightseeing in
each city. Sail through the fascinating Main
Danube Canal and witness the scenic beauty as
you cruise past quaint towns. Attend a beer
tasting, tour Melk's splendid Benedictine Abbey,
and experience the music, art, culture, and
historical sites in romantic Vienna - a
memorable vacation!
CRUISING THE RHINE AND DANUBE EXTENDED CRUISES
Grand
Black
Sea Cruise 19 Days from
Bucharest to Prague (WON)
on the
Imagery
or Tranquility
from $5,419 where
you'll discover some of the continent’s best-kept
secrets on this cruise through Central and Discover some of the
continent’s best-kept secrets on this river
cruise throughEastern Europe. Guided sightseeing in each city shows you the
highlights, with inside visits that include Hradcany Castle in
Prague, Melk’s Benedictine Abbey, Fishermen’s Bastion in
Budapest, Kalemegdan Fortress in Belgrade, and Patriarch’s
Church in Veliko Târnovo. Also cruise through the dramatic Iron
Gates gorge and Main-Danube Canal, and stop in the Puszta with
an exhibition of Hungarian horsemanship. Travelers who opt for
the extension in Transylvania will enjoy a guided full-day
excursion to Dracula’s Bran Castle and Sinaia Monastery.
OTHER OPTIONS FOR THE GRAND BLACK SEA CRUISE ARE:
Cruise in the Opposite Direction:
Grand Black Sea Cruise
from Prague to Bucharest
(WNO)
from $5,769
OR you can take the CRUISE
ONLY:
Grand Black Sea Cruise - Cruise Only
from Bucharest to Nuremberg (WON0)
from $4529
OR you can take Extended a stay in Bucharest: Grand
Black Sea Cruise - Bucharest to Prague Extension
in Bucharest (WONE)
from $6119
OR you can take Extended a stay in Bucharest: Grand
Black Sea Cruise - Prague to Bucharest Extension
in Bucharest (WN0E)
from $6469
The Legendary Danube (WNBO) 11 Days on the
Imagery / Luminary / Tapestry / Tranquility /
Vista from $2,339 from
the splendor of Prague to the Gypsy violins of Budapest, you -
ll treasure every moment of this memorable Danube River cruise.
Enjoy three nights in Prague with guided sightseeing as well as
time to explore this marvelous city on your own. Discover the
Hradcany Castle grounds, wander through Prague's Jewish Quarter,
shop for hand-cut crystal, savor authentic Czech dumplings,
stand in the square where protestors demonstrated against
Communism, or visit one of the many churches. Then drive to
Nuremberg and set sail for medieval Regensburg, Passau, Vienna,
and Budapest, with guided sightseeing in each city. Sail through
the fascinating Main Danube Canal and witness the scenic beauty
as you cruise past quaint towns. Attend a beer tasting, tour
Melk's splendid Benedictine Abbey, and experience the music,
art, culture, and historical sites in romantic Vienna - a
memorable vacation!
Jewels of Central Europe
Budapest ↔ Paris 19 Days
(WBR) on the Luminary from $8,507
you'll
sail along the Moselle, Rhine, Main, and
Danube Rivers and through the dramatic Rhine Gorge and
Main-Danube Canal on this remarkable vacation. Guided
sightseeing in each city shows you the highlights, with inside
visits to a wine cellar in Bernkastel, Reichsburg Castle in
Cochem, Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in
Rüdesheim, the Residenz in Würzburg, the Old Chapel in
Regensburg, the Benedictine Abbey in Melk, and Fishermen’s
Bastion in Budapest. Also stop along the Romantic Road in
medieval Rothenburg, travel by high-speed TGV train between
Paris and Metz, and attend a baking demonstration in Miltenberg.
OPTION
to Cruise the
Opposite Direction:
Jewels of Central Europe Paris to
Prague 17 Days (WRB)
from $8,117
RHINE RIVER CRUISES 2012
Magnificent
Europe 15 Days from Amsterdam to
Budapest (WAB)
on the Panorama / Tranquility / Vista
from $3,799 this magnificent vacation includes
a deluxe
cruise that reveals the best of Europe along the Rhine, Main,
and Danube Rivers. Enjoy a canal cruise past Amsterdam’s 16th
century merchant houses and through the impressive Main-Danube
Canal. Sail through The dramatic Rhine Gorge past the legendary
Lorelei rock; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument
Museum in charming Rüdesheim; and pause for a baking
demonstration in Bavaria’s picturesque Miltenberg. Also, see the
sights with Local Guides in Cologne, Bamberg, Passau, Grein, and
Vienna.
OPTION to Cruise the
Opposite Direction:
Magnificent Europe from Budapest to
Amsterdam (WBA) on the same
ships noted from $4,899
European Splendor
13 Days from Amsterdam to Vienna
(WAV)
on the Affinity / Imagery
from $3,169
this wonderful cruise on the North Sea, the Black Sea, and the rivers
in between are the focus of this most memorable cruise along the
magnificent Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers. You’ll sail through
Amsterdam’s lovely canals and the Main-Danube Canal, will cruise
through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge, and will enjoy included
guided sightseeing in each city. Explore Bucharest, Romania’s
lively capital; experience the famed Vienna Woods; and spend
time in the pretty wine village of Rüdesheim. Other highlights
include Fishermen’s Bastion, Patriarch’s Church, Kalemegdan
Fortress, Melk Abbey, and a traditional baking demonstration in
Miltenberg.
OPTION to
Cruise the Opposite Direction:
European Splendor 13 Days from Vienna to
Amsterdam (WVA)on the Imagery from $3,999
Rhine and
Moselle 13 -
14 Days from Amsterdam to Basel (WAT) on the Affinity from $3,999
this exciting river cruise vacation has it all!
Begin in Amsterdam with a cruise through the city's enchanting
canals. Then, head north to explore the unique harbor town of Volendam, Edam with its world-famous cheeses, and Arnhem, where
you can choose between guided sightseeing or a visit of the WWII
Airborne Museum Hartenstein. Enjoy guided sightseeing in
Cologne, Koblenz, and Strasbourg; see the Roman ruins at Trier,
Reichsburg Castle above charming Cochem, and the unique
Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim. Also, visit
the Gutenberg Museum in Mainz, sail past the legendary Lorelei
rock and through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, sample the area's
celebrated wines in Bernkastel, and enjoy excursions to majestic
Heidelberg and to Germany's legendary Black Forest.
Romantic Rhine
8 - 9 Days Zurich to Amsterdam from $2,299 (WAZ)
on the Affinity / Felicity / Visionary from
$2,299 is
one of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits
you on this fascinating journey. Enjoy guided sight-seeing in
Strasbourg, Koblenz, and Cologne, as well as a full-day
excursion to majestic Heidelberg and a canal cruise in
picturesque Amsterdam. Sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge,
take pictures of the famous Lorelei rock, and sample the area’s
famous Riesling wines in the quaint wine village of Rüdesheim.
OPTION to
Cruise the Opposite Direction:
Romantic Rhine
8
- 9 Days Amsterdam to Basel (WZA)
from $2,299
from
$2,299
Tulip Time
Cruise
8 - 9 Days from Amsterdam to Amsterdam on the Poetry / Tranquility
from $2,079 , where you'll discover picturesque Holland and Belgium in
the spring! See the sights in Arnhem, Middelburg, and Rotterdam,
as well as Antwerp and Ghent. Enjoy a canal cruise in Amsterdam,
take photos of the charming windmills at Kinderdijk, and learn
about Holland’s complex flood controls at the fascinating Delta
Works. Also, explore the quaint fishing village of Volendam;
take an excursion to Edam, famous for its cheeses ; and drink in
the colorful blooming beauty of famous Keukenhof Gardens.
Upper Rhine 12 -
13 Days Zurich to Vienna To The City of Music (WZV)
on the
Affinity from $3,949,
the North Sea, the Black Sea, and the rivers
in between are the focus of this memorable cruise along the
magnificent Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers. You’ll sail through
Amsterdam’s lovely canals and the Main-Danube Canal, will cruise
through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge, and will enjoy included
guided sightseeing in each city. Explore Bucharest, Romania’s
lively capital; experience the famed Vienna Woods; and spend
time in the pretty wine village of Rüdesheim. Other highlights
include Fishermen’s Bastion, Patriarch’s Church, Kalemegdan
Fortress, Melk Abbey, and a traditional baking demonstration in
Miltenberg.
Windmills &
Vineyards & Paris
10 - 11 Days from Amsterdam to Paris (WRA) on the
Luminary from
$3,239,
experience France,
Luxembourg, Germany, Belgium, and Holland on this fantastic
cruise vacation. See the city’s major highlights on a guided
tour of Paris and travel between Paris and Metz via TGV
high-speed train. Also enjoy guided sightseeing in Trier and
Cologne, a canal cruise in Amsterdam, and take pictures of the
windmills at famous Kinderdijk. Visit Reichsburg Castle in
Cochem and enjoy a wine cellar visit in Bernkastel. Guided
sightseeing in Arnhem includes a visit to the Airborne Museum
Hartenstein, and you can sample the area’s famous Riesling wines
in the pretty wine village of Rüdesheim.
OPTION to
Cruise the Opposite Direction:
Windmills &
Vineyards & Paris
10 - 11 Days from Paris to Amsterdam (WRA) on the
Luminary from
$3,279
DANUBE RIVER CRUISES 2012
Black Sea Discovery 8 Days from Bucharest
to Budapest (WOBO)
on the
Imagery / Tranquility
from $2,389
See the best of Eastern Europe on this exciting
Black Sea adventure. Arrive in Bucharest and
transfer by motorcoach to Oltenita to board your
river cruise vessel. Your cruise includes
sightseeing in each city and inside visits of
the National Archaeological Museum in Varna, the
Patriarch's Church in Veliko Târnovo,
Arbanassi's Ethnographical Museum and Church of
the Nativity and Kalemegdan Fortress in
Belgrade. Other highlights: pass through the
dramatic Iron Gates gorge, sail past
Petrovaradin Fortress in Novi Sad, and enjoy an
organ concert in Kalocsa.
Black Sea
Discovery 11 Days from Bucharest to Budapest (WOB)
on the
Imagery / Tranquility from $3,049
Black Sea Discovery from Bucharest to Budapest
cruise offers you the best of Eastern Europe on
this exciting Black Sea adventure. Your vacation
begins with an overnight in vibrant Bucharest,
the "Paris of the East." Board your ship and
head west, enjoying guided sightseeing in each
city, including inside visits of the National
Art Museum in Bucharest, Varna's National
Archaeological Museum, Patriarch's Church in
Veliko Târnovo, Arbanassi's Ethnographical
Museum and Church of the Nativity, Kalemegdan
Fortress in Belgrade, and Fishermen's Bastion in
Budapest. Other highlights: pass through the
dramatic Iron Gates gorge, sail past the
Petrovaradin Fortress at Novi Sad, and enjoy an
organ concert in Kalocsa. Your journey ends with
two overnights in Hungary's lively capital of
Budapest, where you can shop for paprika at the
Central Market Hall, explore the extensive
hilltop castle grounds, visit the many churches
and museums, and delight in the vibrant
atmosphere.
Black Sea Discovery 11 Days from Budapest to
Bucharest (WBO) on the Imagery / Tranquility
from $3,249
The reverse cruise of above, you'll see the best
of Eastern Europe on this exhilarating Black Sea
adventure, with your vacation beginning with two
overnights in the lively Hungarian capital of
Budapest. Board your ship and head south,
enjoying guided sightseeing in each city,
including inside visits of Fishermen's Bastion
in Budapest, Kalemegdan Fortress in Belgrade,
Patriarch's Church in Veliko Târnovo,
Arbanassi's Ethnographical Museum and Church of
the Nativity, Varna's National Archaeological
Museum, and the National Art Museum in
Bucharest. Other highlights: an organ concert in
Kalocsa, sailing past the Petrovaradin Fortress
at Novi Sad, and passing through the dramatic
Iron Gates gorge. Your journey ends with an
overnight in Bucharest, Romania's vibrant
capital and the "Paris of the East."
Grand
Black
Sea Cruise 19 Days from
Bucharest to Prague (WON)
on the
Imagery
or Tranquility
from $5,419 where
you'll discover some of the continent’s best-kept
secrets on this cruise through Central and Discover some of the
continent’s best-kept secrets on this river
cruise throughEastern Europe. Guided sightseeing in each city shows you the
highlights, with inside visits that include Hradcany Castle in
Prague, Melk’s Benedictine Abbey, Fishermen’s Bastion in
Budapest, Kalemegdan Fortress in Belgrade, and Patriarch’s
Church in Veliko Târnovo. Also cruise through the dramatic Iron
Gates gorge and Main-Danube Canal, and stop in the Puszta with
an exhibition of Hungarian horsemanship. Travelers who opt for
the extension in Transylvania will enjoy a guided full-day
excursion to Dracula’s Bran Castle and Sinaia Monastery.
OTHER OPTIONS FOR THE GRAND BLACK SEA CRUISE ARE:
Cruise in the Opposite Direction:
Grand Black Sea Cruise
from Prague to Bucharest
(WNO)
from $5,769
OR you can take the CRUISE
ONLY:
Grand Black Sea Cruise - Cruise Only
from Bucharest to Nuremberg (WON0)
from $4529
OR you can take Extended a stay in Bucharest: Grand
Black Sea Cruise - Bucharest to Prague Extension
in Bucharest (WONE)
from $6119
OR you can take Extended a stay in Bucharest: Grand
Black Sea Cruise - Prague to Bucharest Extension
in Bucharest (WN0E)
from $6469
North Sea-Black Sea Cruise from $6,479
on the
Artistry Tranquility,
the North Sea, the Black Sea, and the rivers
in between are the focus of this memorable cruise along the
magnificent Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers. You’ll sail through
Amsterdam’s lovely canals and the Main-Danube Canal, will cruise
through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge, and will enjoy included
guided sightseeing in each city. Explore Bucharest, Romania’s
lively capital; experience the famed Vienna Woods; and spend
time in the pretty wine village of Rüdesheim. Other highlights
include Fishermen’s Bastion, Patriarch’s Church, Kalemegdan
Fortress, Melk Abbey, and a traditional baking demonstration in
Miltenberg.
WINTER EUROPEAN
HOLIDAY CRUISES 2012
Christmastime in
Alsace &
Germany 5 - 6 Days Zurich to Frankfurt (WZF) FROM $1,009 on
the Panorama / Visionary Celebrate the festive season in Central Europe
with a magnificent 4-night cruise from Basel to
Frankfurt! Stops include Breisach for an
included excursion into Germany's legendary
Black Forest; Strasbourg, France, for guided
sightseeing and time to explore one of the
oldest Christmas markets in Europe; and
Heidelberg, where you can marvel at the red
stone castle and bask in the holiday atmosphere
at the city's enormous Christmas market. Try
some festive Glühwein, smell the aromas of the
Christmas markets, shop for local Christmas
ornaments, and delight in the holiday cheer.
This year, start your holiday season with this
joyous and memorable cruise - it's a vacation of
a lifetime!
Christmas in the
Heart of
Germany 8 - 9 Days Frankfurt to Prague (WFN) FROM $1719 on
the Visionary
experiencing the holiday season the
Central European way on this festive vacation
featuring a deluxe 5-night cruise on the Main
River. Enjoy guided city sightseeing in Würzburg,
Bamberg, and in the Bavarian village of
Miltenberg, as well as an orientation in
Wertheim. In Würzburg, visit the Bishop’s
Residenz; take an included excursion to
Rothenburg on the famed Romantic Road; and enjoy
a baking demonstration in Miltenberg. In
1,000-year-old Prague, see the city’s best-known treasures and stroll through the impressive
Christmas market in the Old Town.
OPTION
to
Cruise the Opposite Direction:
Christmas in the
Heart of
Germany 8 - 9 Days from Prague to Frankfurt (WNF) from $1,719
OR you can take the
CRUISE ONLY:
Christmas in the
Heart of
Germany 8 - 9 Days Frankfurt to Nuremberg (WFN0) FROM $1,399
on the Visionary
Christmas Time on the Danube
7 - 8 Days Vienna to Nuremberg - Cruise Only )WVNO) FROM $1,799
on the Visionary
Enjoy the festive atmosphere
of 1,000-year-old Prague and all along the legendary Danube on
this enchanting vacation. Delight in the sights, smells, and
tastes of local Christmas markets in Nuremberg, Regensburg, and
Vienna as Local Guides introduce you to these exciting cities.
Be sure to sample the Glühwein, Lebkuchen, and other
traditional holiday specialties!
OPTION
to
Cruise the Opposite Direction:
Christmas Time on the Danube
7 - 8 Days Nuremberg to Vienna - Cruise Only
(WNVO) FROM $1,699
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FRANCE RIVER
CRUISES
takes you from Paris to Lyon or Arles or Avignon and Nice starting in
Paris
[one of the most stunning and exciting cities in the world],
provides the perfect starting point for an exhilarating France
river cruise adventure with its unending list of magnificent
monuments, parks and boulevards. The most visited monument in
the world,
is the
Eiffel Tower, or
stroll her famed Champs Elysée, and visit the majestic Notre
Dame Cathedral to name just a few. The cruise debarks in Nice
[or just the reverse cruise schedule]. Driving south past the
forest of
Fontainebleau
[the other Royal Palace] and favorite hunting grounds of a long
line of French kings], onto
Burgundy
region and the city of
Beaune, the unofficial capital of the Côte d’Or area, that
produces the region’s finest vintages. Its most famous
historical site, the Hôtel-Dieu charity hospital, that houses Vander
Weyden’s painting of the Last Judgement and is one of France’s
architectural highlights. Enjoy a tasting of Burgundy wines
before continuing south to
Chalon-sur-Saône, where river cruise vessel awaits to
welcome you on board. You'll visit the Beaujolais Region - and
the
Rhone-Alpes capital city of
Lyon. Lyon is France’s second-largest city and its
gastronomic capital. Founded by the Romans in 43 BC, the city’s
prosperity dates back to the 16th century and is due to
commercial, industrial, and banking activities. Roman
antiquities and museums, and renaissance architecture delights visitors
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AVALON WATERWAYS AWARDS:
2011 Herman's Travel best River Ship Debut (Avalon PanoramaSM) |
Travel Weekly Magellan Awards | Silver Winner/Cruise Ship:
Overall River Cruise Ship (Avalon PanoramaSM) | Silver
Winner/Cruise Ship: Overall River Cruising (Avalon Waterways) |
2010 Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards Best River Cruise Ship
(Avalon Scenery®) | 2009 Gold Winner/Cruise Ship: Best Overall
River Cruising | Silver Winner/Cruise Ship: River Cruise Ship
(Avalon Affinity®)
Silver Winner/Cruise Ship: Marketing Campaign (Virtual Tours)
and numerous travel industry awards since 2007.
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