Christmas Market River Cruise 2017
AMAWATERWAYS – AMASERENA
December 9-18, 2017
With certified Sign Language Interpreter Service
PLAN AHEAD AND SAVE $750.00 PER PERSON IF BOOKED BY DECEMBER 30, 2016
Dec 9, 2017 ARRIVE IN PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
Arrive in Prague and check in to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free to explore this beautiful and historic city.
Dec 10, 2017 PRAGUE
Your morning sightseeing tour reveals why Prague is considered one of Europe’s most attractive cities, with a historic city center that is a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will see Rudolfinum, the National Museum, Wenceslas Square and the Hundertwasser Dancing House. Next, visit the 1,000 year-old Prague Castle and St. Vitus before walking over the romantic Charles Bridge to the Old Market Square, where you will find the capital’s famous Astronomical Clock, Tyn Church and the statue of Jan Husek. You will then have free time to shop at Prague’s renowned Christmas Market with its tempting assortment of handicrafts, toys and local delicacies. (B)
Dec 11, 2017 PRAGUE – NUREMBERG, GERMANY – EMBARKATION
Depart Prague after breakfast and drive through the pastoral countryside to Nuremberg. Visit the world’s largest Christmas Market, with over 100 red and white canvas-topped stalls offering unique crafts, toys, dollhouses, carved angels, freshly baked gingerbread, mulled wine and other seasonal delights. Tonight, gather on board your ship for a Welcome Dinner. The ship stays in Nuremberg overnight. (B)
Dec 12, 2017 NUREMBERG – CONTINENTAL DIVIDE
Enjoy a guided morning tour of this historic city with its fabulous Gothic churches, 900-year-old city ramparts, the house of artist Albrecht Dürer, Imperial Castle, and the Justice Palace courtroom where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946. Following your tour, you will have free time to visit the city’s fabled Christmas Market and enjoy some hot mulled Glühwein – the souvenir mug is yours to keep! (B,L,D)
Dec 13, 2017 REGENSBURG
Arrive in Regensburg after breakfast and enjoy a guided walking tour of this exquisitely preserved medieval city. Marvel at the beautiful churches, the homes of wealthy families, and one of Germany’s oldest bridges across the Danube. Your tour ends with a visit to a Christmas Market, with its festive stalls adorned with fir branches. This evening, you will enjoy a visit to the exclusive “royal” markets at the Thurn and Taxis Palace, a very traditional handicraft Christmas Market where you can watch craftsmen at work. (B,L,D)
Dec 14, 2017 PASSAU
After breakfast, full-day excursion to Salzburg, birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the setting for “The Sound of Music.” You will have time to visit Salzburg’s beautiful Christmas Market, renowned for local handicrafts and one-of-a-kind holiday presents, as well as a stop at the Christmas Market in Linz on the way back to the ship. (B,L,D)
Dec 15, 2017 MELK, AUSTRIA – VIENNA
Today’s guided walking tour takes you to Melk’s magnificent 900-year-old Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe’s largest Baroque monasteries. You will see the famous library that inspired novelist Umberto Eco to write The Name of the Rose. You may also opt for a guided bike tour along the scenic Danube instead. During lunch, the ship cruises through the romantic Wachau Valley en route to Vienna, the “City of Music,” arriving this evening. You will have the chance to visit both the Maria Theresienplatz and Rathaus Christkindlmarkt markets tonight. The ship moors overnight in Vienna. (B,L,D)
Dec 16, 2017 VIENNA
This morning, you will have a chance to savor the Baroque elegance of Romantic Vienna through a tour that guides you past the majestic Opera House, the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburg Emperors, Parliament, Town Hall and Vienna University. Afterwards, you will visit Vienna’s historic city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and see St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Graben and the world famous Spanish Riding School. Afterwards, spend some time enjoying the Christmas Market and holiday festivities at the Town Hall. Later, you can visit the Schönbrunn and Karlsplatz Christmas Markets, or join a guided bike ride to Klosterneuburg Monastery. The ship departs late this evening for Hungary. (B,L,D)
Dec 17, 2017 BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
Your morning excursion includes sightseeing in the cities of Buda and Pest spread over both banks of the river. You will see famed Heroes’ Square and Castle Hill, home to Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church and spectacular views of the Danube. Afterwards, take some time to explore the twinkling Christmas Market in the main square. After dinner, the ship will sail a special Illuminations Cruise past the city’s glittering riverfront. The ship moors overnight in Budapest. (B,L,D)
Dec 18, 2017 BUDAPEST – DISEMBARKATION
Your cruise comes to an end as you prepare for your homeward flight. (B)
| SAVE $750.00 PER PERSON IF BOOKED BY DECEMBER 30, 2016 |
| Cabin Category | Regular Cruise & Land Price
Per person, double occupancy |
Discount Price
Per person, double Occupancy |
| E – Panoramic Window, 160 sq. ft. | $3,587 | Sold out |
| D – Panoramic Window, 160 sq. ft. | $3,886 | $3,136 |
| C – French Balcony, 170 sq. ft. | $4,486 | $3,736 |
| BB – Twin Balcony, 210 sq. ft. | $4,986 | $4,236 |
| BA – Twin Balcony, 210 sq. ft. | $5,186 | $4,436 |
| AB – Twin Balcony, 235 sq. ft. | $5,386 | $4,636 |
| AA – Twin Balcony, 235 sq. ft. | $5,586 | $4,836 |
| AA+ – Twin Balcony, 290 sq. ft. | $6,186 | $5,436 |
| Suite, Twin Balcony, 300 sq. ft. | $6,786 | $6,036 |
All prices are based on double occupancy. Prices and itinerary are subject to change at any time without prior notification. Prices do not include travel insurance, tips, round trip air from the U.S. etc. The deposit payment of $450 per person double occupancy is due NOW in order to make a firm reservation. A non-refundable cancellation fee of $100.00 per person will apply in addition to AmaWaterways’ cancellation fee. Flight arrangements are offered by AMAWATERWAYS and can be booked through Kerstin’s Deaf Travel. A passport, valid for 6 months beyond the completion date of your travel is required. Appropriate physical fitness is required since the tour includes walking at each stop. Minimum group size: 20 guests, maximum group size: approx. 40 guests.
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