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| | Operator | Trafalgar | | Ship | MS River Countess | | Length | 9 Days | | Port Charges | Not Included | | Starting City | Basel, Switzerland | | Ending City | Nuremberg, Germany | | Regions | France, Germany, Switzerland | | Rivers | Main, Rhine | | Departure Date | Oct 11, 2009 | | Return Date | Oct 19, 2009 |
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| Nature and history have left a rich heritage along the Rhine and Main rivers Discover the inescapable romantic spirit of the Rhine, with ancient castles and grand palaces, half-timbered houses, medieval towns, famous wines, and robust beers as you sail along two incredible rivers-the romantic Rhine and the peaceful, meandering Main. Experience 1,000 years of history in Aschaffenburg, nicknamedthe Bavarian Nice. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bamberg. Visit Heidelberg and admire the most famous Renaissance castle in Europe. Take a gondola ride to the Niederwald monument while in Rudesheim. Marvel at the world's largest ceiling fresco ceiling while at the Wurzburg Residenz and taste the wonderful fruity Franconian wines in its below. And take a canal cruise through Strasbourg, with its half-timbered houses and quaint canals. Discover the romance of the Rhine and tranquil charm of the Main as you cruise this enchanting part of Europe. Who will enjoy this cruise: Connoisseurs of fine German wines, hearty regional dishes, and exquisite desserts-epicurean adventurers! History buffs, fans of diverse architecture, and anyone wanting to step into the land of fairytales. | _2093.jpg) |
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Day 1 - Depart Home Gateway City to Basel
Day 2 - Basel (embark)
Day 3 - Strasbourg, Speyer
Day 4 - Speyer (Heidelberg), Rudesheim
Day 5 - Aschaffenburg
Day 6 - Miltenberg
Day 7 - Wurzburg
Day 8 - Bamberg
Day 9 - Nuremberg (disembark), transfer to the airport |
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WHATS INCLUDED
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Rhine Discovery Grand River Cruise Package Includes:
- 7-night cruise in a river view stateroom on the stunning River Countess
- All meals onboard
- Complimentary fine wine during dinner, bottled water in your stateroom, and 24-hour specialty coffee
- 7 shore excursions fully hosted by English-speaking guides
- State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio headset system on all shore excursions
- Complimentary use of bicycles
- Exciting onboard entertainment and insightful lectures
- Exclusive Epicurean Adventurer Program
- Captain's Welcome and Farewell Dinners
- An experienced Cruise Manager and attentive, all English-speaking staff
- All transfers on arrival and departure days
Complimentary Transfers
- Arrival Transfers: Flights must arrive between 0700 and 1400 on the day the cruise departs, or on the day any included land program begins in order to receive airport to ship transfers. These transfers are group transfers and passengers may experience a waiting period of up to 2 hours or more between transfers.
- Passengers will need to make their way to the meet and greet area where they will be met by a representative holding a TRAFALGAR UNIWORLD sign. Passengers arriving outside the official dates of arrival shown in the brochure will need to make their own arrangements or purchase a private transfer.
- Departure Transfers: Flights must depart between 0800 and 1400 on the day that the cruise ends in order to receive the ship to airport transfer. Passengers departing later than this must make their own arrangements or purchase private transfers.
- Passenger flight details must be given to Trafalgar 45 days days prior to departure in order to qualify for these transfers.
Important Note: Complimentary transfers will vary on certain tours especially if a Land portion is included on the tour. Please contact Trafalgar or your Travel Agent at time of booking to confirm the Complimentary transfer status on your selected tour.
New for 2009! Epicurean Adventurer Program
Private wine tastings, culinary demonstrations and a special wine and food pairing dinner make your trip extra special
- Wurzburg Residenz Cellar wine tasting
- Luscious Rhine Valley dessert making demonstration and tasting
- Wine and food pairing dinner
NOT INCLUDED
Port Charges: $98
Pricing Categories for Itinerary is as follows:
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| Note: All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates are subject to change without notice and at any time by the river cruise operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. Please call us toll free at 1-800-342-0019 to confirm availability and current pricing on all our discounted specials. The prices on this website are not guaranteed until a deposit has been made. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in these prices until a booking has been confirmed by one of our agents. | | |
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