Overview
Grand cities blend in perfect harmony with their historic past and their progressive future. Inspirational towns have given way to great stories, poetry and music, like Heidelberg, where Mark Twain wrote A Tramp Abroad. Timeless traditions remain intact—from the making of Kölsch, Cologne’s legendary brew, to the making of Rüdesheimer coffee. Take a front-row seat on an enchanting journey that takes you along the Rhine and through its designated UNESCO World Heritage Site with its 40 castles strung like pearls on its river banks and to magnificent cities and charming villages alike.
WHEre
River Cruise: Rhine River
Countries: France, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland
When
Departure: Sunday, July 26, 2020
Return: Monday, August 3, 2020
PRICING & INCLUSIONS
cat e
$3,869
cat d
$4,169
Cat c
$4,869
cat b
$5,079
cAT a
$5,179
SUITES, OCCUPANCY & SINGLE SUPPLEMENTS All prices listed above are per person double occupancy. Suites and Single Supplement pricing is available upon request, please call our offices to inquire more.
INCLUSIONS Post cruise ship to Airport Transfers, 7 night River Cruise aboard the AmaLyra, All Meals Onboard Ship (B,L,D), Unlimited Fine Wine, Beer, and Soft Drinks with Lunch & Dinner, Daily Complimentary Cocktail hour, Immersive Tours in Every Port, Port Charges, Onboard Gratuity
DEPOSIT $400 Per Person due with Reservation
FINAL PAYMENT April 17, 2020
CANCELLATION POLICY Initial deposit of $200 per person is Non-refundable once the cabin is assigned with legal names. | $400 Per Person Cancellation Penalty will be imposed from 120-90 days prior to departure. | Full Penalty will be imposed for any cancellations received after the end of business 90 prior to departure.
PASSPORT NOTICE A passport is required to travel to this destination and must be valid for at least six months beyond the return date of your trip.
TRAVEL INSURANCE Optional Trip Insurance through Travel Insured International. To purchase, call our offices.
ITINERARY
Sunday, July 26, 2020
TRAVEL DAY This day is set aside for your travels from home to a local airport and your overnight flight to Europe.
Monday, July 27, 2020
TRANSFER TO BASEL FOR EMBARKATION After arriving on your flight from the US, meet your motorcoach for transfer to Basel where you will board your 7 Night Cruise.
THE AMAKRISTINA The AmaKristina was introduced in 2017 and provides a distinctive river cruise experience. Relax in spacious, elegantly appointed staterooms. Most accommodations have twin balconies, both a French and outside balcony, so you can enjoy the ever-changing scenery however you wish. Additional stateroom amenities include Entertainment-On-Demand, featuring free high-speed Internet access, Wi-Fi, movies, music and English language TV stations; climate-controlled air conditioning; and an in-room safe. AmaKristina offers a host of added comforts and conveniences, including a massage and hair salon, gift shop and specialty coffee station. On the Sun Deck, enjoy a dip in the heated pool, as well as a refreshing beverage at the swim-up bar. You will be treated to exquisite, locally-inspired cuisine, along with unlimited wine and beer with lunch and dinner. The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant, features an exquisite tasting menu prepared right before your eyes.
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
BREISACH, GERMANY Step back in time with a visit to the enchanting Alsatian town of Riquewihr, which looks almost the same as it did in the 16th century. On your walking tour, admire historic architecture as well as famous sights, such as the Dolder Gate. Alternatively, you may wish to go to Freiburg, founded in 1120 and home to the Freiburg’s Münster, a Gothic cathedral said to have “the most beautiful spire on earth."
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
STRASBOURG, FRANCE One of the most enchanting cities in Europe and home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Grand Île, Strasbourg will captivate you. Discover its many treasures with a panoramic tour past the stunning Parc de l’Orangerie, the European Parliament and the Place de la République. You'll then walk through its iconic “La Petite France” district, which appears to have been lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. Prefer to enjoy the city more actively, then join a guided bike tour, which also takes you through the Parc de l’Orangerie.
Thursday, July 30, 2020
LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY You'll have a choice of three excursions. Visit Heidelberg, the perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany’s Castle Road. Discover the iconic red sandstone Heidelberg Castle and Great Vat, an 18th-century 49,000-gallon wine cask. For a more active adventure while in Heidelberg, join a guided hike up the Philosopher's Path and be rewarded with panoramic views of the city.
Alternatively, you can visit one of Germany’s oldest cities, Speyer, known for the largest Romanesque cathedral in Europe—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and the medieval Altpörtel, Old Gate. Later in the day, set sail to Rüdesheim, where you'll have the opportunity to visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum or enjoy a tasting of Rüdesheimer coffee, ceremoniously made with brandy.
Friday, July 31, 2020
RUDESHEIM-RHINE GORGE-KOBLENZ Spend the morning in Rüdesheim and enjoy a tasting of Riesling wines after a lovely gondola ride soaring high above the vineyards en route to the Niederwalddenkmal Statue. Alternatively, opt for a hike that takes you through the vineyards to Ehrenfels Castle, where you can enjoy stunning views of the Rhine. A third choice is cycling along the Rhine and through this scenic town. Later in the day, the ship sails through the enchanting UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, the most stunningly beautiful stretch of the river before reaching Koblenz, where you will enjoy a guided walk through the lovely Old Town.
Saturday, August 1, 2020
KOBLENZ-COLOGNE Home to one of Germany’s most revered Gothic masterpieces, the Cologne Cathedral, this 2,000 year-old city is also a bustling cosmopolitan hotspot. Join a guided tour through the enchanting Old Town and explore the UNESCO-designated cathedral, where the remains of the fabled Three Kings—the Magi— are believed to rest. Alternatively, ride a bike along the Rhine and through the historic Stadtgarten. Or visit a local tavern to taste Kölsch beer and Reibekuchen—potato pancakes served with apple sauce.
Sunday, August 2, 2020
AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS Eclectic Amsterdam boasts amazing history, art, architecture, and museums, and you have three choices as to how you wish to explore it. The famous canals of Amsterdam await discovery on your city tour beginning with a scenic canal cruise followed by a walk to Begijnhof, known for its Middle Age buildings. For a different view of the city, you can join the Jordaan District walking tour or the Jewish Heritage tour. The Jordaan District tour begins at the Westerchurch and takes you past the Noordermarkt, the Karthuizerhof and the “9 streets”; afterwards, you’ll stop in a local café for a hot beverage and Dutch apple pie. The Jewish Heritage tour begins with a visit to the 17th-century Portuguese Synagogue and the Jewish Historical Museum chronicling the history of the Jews in Amsterdam.
Monday, August 3, 2020
AMSTERDAM-DISEMBARKATION After breakfast onboard, disembark the ship and transfer to the airport for your flight home to the US.
