U.S. River Cruise and Rhine River Cruise 2011
Finally a river cruise in the U.S. – river cruise sailing close to home
Sometimes, when I discuss multi day river cruises with my clients they are surprised to learn that river cruises are not only offered in Europe and Asia. Some river cruises are also available in the U.S. like a 7-night round trip from Portland on the Columbia and Snake rivers. You think there is nothing to see? You will be amazed by what you can explore there! It is the beautiful scenery and history that captures the visitors’ attention.
The river cruise starts and terminates in Portland, Oregon. Portland, the “City of Roses” with many parks and green spaces is also well known for a large number of microbreweries and its love for coffee.
The river cruise takes the passengers through 8 locks and a still pristine and wild area along the Columbia and Snake rivers. One of the highlights is the breathtaking Columbia River Gorge. And the region of the Snake river is the area that the Lewis and Clark Expedition crossed westwards in 1805. Follow the Lewis & Clark’s footstep at the Fort Clatsop National Memorial where the expedition spent the winter. Stops in places like quaint Walla Walla and Astoria are also on the itinerary. Vintners of the Walla Walla valley produce internationally recognized and award winning wines. Astoria is a city rich of scenic beauty and history with museums, parks and yet preserves a small town atmosphere. It is the western end of the Lewis & Clark Trail. Many Hollywood movies were produced in Astoria.
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U.S. River Cruise
Columbia and Snake Rivers
May 7-14, 2011
Cruise West – SPIRIT OF ’98
with sign language interpreter service
May 7 Portland, Oregon cruise the Willamette River to view the downtown skyline
May 8 Cruising the world-renowned Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
Bonneville Dam’s Visitor Center, bus tour to Multnomah Falls
May 9 Pendleton’s underground tunnels, Lunch at the Hamley’s Saloon, visit of the Tamastslikt Cultural Institute
May 10 Hells Canyon
jet boat excursion deep into Hells Canyon including a homemade lunch
May 11 Walla Walla
Historic tour in Walla Walla, lunch at an elegant local restaurant, free time in Walla Walla, tour and wine tasting
May 12 The Dalles And Maryhill Museum
visit of the Maryhill Museum, scenery drive back to the ship
May 13 Astoria And Fort Clatsop
visit Fort Clatsop National Historic Park, free time in Astoria
May 14 Portland, Oregon
Window Cabin cat. A: $2,530.00 per person
Window Cabin cat. AA: $2,770.00 per person
Window Cabin cat. EXplorer Class: $3,170.00 per person
All prices are per person based on double occupancy. Prices include port charges and daily sightseeing program as outlined in the itinerary above. The above mentioned offers are capacity controlled. Prices and itinerary are subject to change at any time without prior notification. Prices do not include travel insurance, tips, air, internet access etc. A deposit of 20% of the cruise fare per person is due to make a firm reservation. A non-refundable cancellation fee of $100.00 per person will apply in addition to Cruise West’s cancellation fees. Flight arrangements are offered by Cruise West and can be booked through Kerstin’s Travel. The above mentioned group rates require a minimum of 20 people. Otherwise, the prices will increase.
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Rhine River Cruise
Switzerland – France – Germany – Holland
July 27 – August 7, 2011
AMAWATERWAYS, Amadagio
with sign language interpreter service
Optional:
July 27 Arrival in Zurich (Switzerland), transfer to the hotel, hotel check-in
July 28 Walking tour in Zurich, free time in the afternoon
July 29 Tranfer from Zurich to Vitznau (Switzerland), cruise across Lake Lucerne from Vitznau to Lucerne (Switzerland), hotel check-in
July 30 Walking tour in Lucerne, free time in the afternoon
July 31 Transfer from Lucerne to Basel (Switzerland), city tour Basel
Pre-cruise package 4 nights Switzerland: $920.00 per person, double occupancy incl. hotel, breakfast, sightseeing as listed above and transfers.
July 31 Basel, embarkation, welcome cocktails, welcome dinner
August 1 Colmar (France) excursion or Black Forest (Germany) excursion
August 2 Strasbourg (France), walking tour, canal cruise, free time in the afternoon
August 3 Worms (Germany) city tour, Heidelberg (Germany) excursion
August 4 Ruedesheim (Germany), Siegrfied’s Museum, Koblenz (Germany) flower show
August 5 Cologne (Germany) city tour, cathedral visit
August 6 Amsterdam (The Netherlands), canal boat tour
August 7 Disembarkation, transfer to the airport
Prices are for a 7-night deluxe cruise, per person based on double occupancy. Prices incl. daily sightseeing program as outlined in the itinerary above, use of bicycles, free internet with a computer in each cabin, port charges, all meals during the cruise, free bottled water every day, and unlimited wine, beer or soft drinks from local vintners at dinner on board the ship.
Window* Cabin cat. E: $2,732.00
Window* Cabin cat. D: $2,921.00 per person
French Balcony Cabin cat. C: $3,281.00 per person
French Balcony Cabin cat. B: $3,481.00 per person
French Balcony Cabin cat. A: $3,581.00 per person
*close to the water line
All prices are per person, double occupancy. The above mentioned offers are capacity controlled. Prices and itinerary are subject to change at any time without prior notification. Prices do not include travel insurance, tips, air etc. A deposit of $450.00 per person ($900.00 per cabin) is due in order to make a firm reservation. A non-refundable cancellation fee of $100.00 per person will apply. Flight arrangements are offered by AMAWATERWAYS and can be booked through Kerstin’s Travel. R/T transfers are not included for cruise only bookings but can be purchased through Kerstin’s Travel for an additional fee. A passport, valid for 6 months beyond the completion date of your travel is required. AMAWATERWAYS and Kerstin’s Travel reserve the right to withdraw interpreter service if the group size is less than 20 guests.
PLEASE CONTACT KERSTIN FOR MORE DETAILS AT
[email protected], web site: http://www.kerstinstravel.com
http://www.facebook.com/kerstinstravelinc
http://www.youtube.com/kerstinstravel