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Start your journey in historic Munich, the capital city of Bavaria, Germany, where you will experience the country's most famous event, Oktoberfest. Marvel at the engineering wonders of the Main-Danube Canal as you traverse Europe's Continental Divide by ship. Visit perfectly preserved medieval towns of Nuremberg and Bamberg. Admire the picturesque Rhine River as you sail to charming Rudesheim. Then, cruise through Europe's loveliest countryside with fairy tale castles and sample the finest wines and local gourmet cuisines. Conclude your river cruise journey with splendid Cologne and youthful Amsterdam.
Included Features
2 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Munich including daily Buffet Breakfast Transfer from the Hotel in Munich to the Ship in Nuremberg 7-night Deluxe Cruise Accommodation 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 onboard the Ship Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner Daily Sightseeing Program as outlined in the Itinerary Special Highlights including Folklore Dances, Lectures, Theme Dinners, onboard Music Performances and afternoon & evening Piano Music Use of Bicycles to explore on your own Services of Professional Cruise Director All English Language onboard 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
DAY 1, DEPART USA.
Board your overnight flight to Munich, Germany
DAY 2, MUNICH, GERMANY.
Arrive in Munich and transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free to relax or begin exploring this beautiful city. Celebrate the 200th anniversary of Germany's most famous event and world's largest fair, Oktoberfest. During your free time, perhaps visit the Theresienwiese, often called d'Wiesn, and sample German beer in traditional heavy steins and enjoy hearty food while listening to the Bavarian bands play Oompha music. (B)
DAY 3, MUNICH.
This morning after breakfast, take a walking tour of Munich, the capital of Bavaria and one of Germany's largest cities, often given the nickname "Germany's secret capital." See a mix of historic buildings and impressive architecture, including the Glockenspiel at the New Town Hall. Enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure. (B)
DAY 4, MUNICH - NUREMBERG.
After breakfast, depart Munich and drive through the pastoral countryside to Nuremberg, the capital of Franconia. Enjoy some free time, before the guided tour of this imperial city. Late this afternoon embark the ship, where tonight there is a Welcome Dinner. The ship departs in the late evening. (B,D)
DAY 5, BAMBERG.
This afternoon, arrive in Bamberg for a walking tour of this enchanting town, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993. Marvel at the breath taking cathedral, the Old Town Hall that straddles the river, and the city's serpentine streets with charming houses and 18th-century mansions. There is free time before rejoining your cruise, on the Main River. (B,L,D)
DAY 6, Wurzburg.
This morning, arrive in Wurzburg, the capital of Lower Franconia. "The Pearl of the Romantic Road" is surrounded by sloping hills covered with vineyards. During your tour, see the major sights including a visit to the magnificent Residenz Palace. This afternoon explore Wurzburg on your own, or take an optional tour to Medieval Rothenburg. A beautiful walled city situated on the Romantic Road. (B,L,D)
DAY 7, WERTHEIM - MILTENBERG.
Cruise to Wertheim for some free time to explore the town on your own. Later, visit Miltenberg for a guided walking tour along narrow, cobble-stoned streets, seeing the gabled, half-timbered houses. Tonight, the ship sails leaving Bavaria, Franconia and the Main River behind. (B,L,D)
DAY 8, Rudesheim - RHINE CASTLES - KOBLENZ.
This afternoon, arrive in Rudesheim and visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Explore the Drosselgasse, a narrow alley lined with wine taverns and restaurants during your free time before the ships sails late this afternoon for Koblenz. You will cruise through the Rhine Gorge, the most beautiful stretch of the river, passing castle after castle, don't miss the legendary Lorelei Rock, where sweet songs of local beauties lured enchanted sailors to their doom. Arrive in Koblenz after dinner and enjoy a walking tour of this 2,000-year-old city, situated at the confluence of the Rhine and Mosel rivers. (B,L,D)
DAY 9, KOBLENZ - COLOGNE.
This morning cruise from Koblenz to Cologne, arriving in the afternoon. After lunch onboard enjoy a walking tour of Cologne and visit the spectacular 13th-century Medieval Gothic cathedral, its twin spires amongst Europe's tallest. (B,L,D)
DAY 10, COLOGNE - AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND.
Enjoy your last morning leisurely cruising to Amsterdam. Arrive in Amsterdam after lunch for a guided canal cruise before gathering onboard for a Gala Farewell Dinner. (B,L,D)
DAY 11, AMSTERDAM - USA.
Bid Farewell to Amsterdam and transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)
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