Be met on arrival in Paris and transferred to your hotel. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Reception.
Stay: Three Nights: Paris, Hilton Arc de Triomphe
Day 2. Paris, Freedom of Choice Touring
Discover the French capital with a choice of touring activities. Take a sightseeing or a photography tour, discover French cuisine during a cooking class, or take an excursion to Giverny. Tonight, enjoy a lovely Welcome Dinner cruise along the Seine River, and an Illuminations tour.
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Dinner
Day 3. Paris at Leisure
Today is at leisure. This evening, you may like to visit the famous Moulin Rouge (own expense).
Daily Meal Included: • Breakfast
Day 4. Paris, Amsterdam
After breakfast, board a stylish Thalys high-speed train for your luxury 3.5 hour journey to Amsterdam. On arrival, enjoy a tour of the Netherlands Maritime Museum before boarding your river ship.
Stay: Seven Nights: APT’s luxurious Aria Class ship - the ms Amacello
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Dinner
Day 5. Amsterdam, Freedom of Choice Touring
Today select your activity from our included options. Perhaps take a canal cruise and admire the city’s architecture as you cruise in a glass-top boat past 17th century homes, charming churches and 16th century merchant houses. Alternatively, you may like to visit the Van Gogh Museum, or take a guided Wetland Safari canoe tour through extraordinary landscapes. Tonight, enjoy the Captain’s Gala Welcome Dinner.
Day 6. Cologne, Freedom of Choice Touring, Koblenz
From Cologne, travel to Venlo and see the displays at the 2012 Floriade Horticultural World Expo, or take a trip to the ancient city of Maastricht. Then, rejoin your ship in the historic city of Koblenz. Perhaps alight this evening for a stroll.
On arrival in the town of Cochem, visit Reichsburg Castle and absorb stunning views over the river below. Reboard your ship and enjoy an afternoon of stunning views as the scenery of the spectacular Moselle Valley drifts by.
Today cruise through the famous Rhine Gorge and arrive in Rüdesheim, where you have a choice of activities. Visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, take a ride in a gondola for spectacular views, or enjoy a visit to a Rhine Valley winery for a tasting.
In Speyer today, disembark for a brief sightseeing tour. Then visit the fascinating Technik Museum Speyer, Europe’s largest private technology museum, with over 3,000 exhibits.
Day 11. Disembark Ship, Basel, Lucerne, Dine Around Dinner
Tour Basel this morning, before departing for Lucerne, situated on the shores of Lake Lucerne and within sight of spectacular Mt Pilatus. Tonight, dine in the ambient ‘Les Artistes’ restaurant of your hotel or at Stadtkeller Musik Restaurant, where cow bells and yodelling bring your evening to life.
Stay: Three Nights: Lucerne, Palace Hotel Luzern
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Dinner
Day 12. Lucerne, Freedom of Choice Touring
Explore Lucerne with a choice of touring activities. Take a walking tour of the beautiful city, followed by an organ recital; cruise the tranquil lake, or see the countryside with a unique husky dogsled experience.
Daily Meal Included: • Breakfast
Day 13. Lucerne
Travel from Lucerne to the neighbouring mountain resort town of Engelberg. Here, enjoy a brief tour taking in Engelberg Abbey and more. Then enjoy the opportunity to ride the cable car from the town, over the scenic mountain landscape and up to Mt Titlis.
Daily Meal Included: • Breakfast
Day 14. Lucerne, Zürich
Travel to Zürich today and enjoy a sightseeing tour taking in the famous commercial centre and the Old Town. After the tour, enjoy free time to explore. Tonight enjoy a special Farewell Dinner.
Stay: Zürich, Hotel Schweizerhof
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Dinner
Day 15. Depart Zürich
Your tour ends as you are transferred to the airport.
Daily Meal Included: • Breakfast
ARIA Cruise Ships operating this itinerary:
MS AmaDolce - Launched 2009
MS AmaLyra - Launched 2009
MS AmaDante - Launched 2008
MS AmaCello - Launched 2008
MS AmaLegro - Launched 2007
MS AmaDagio - Launched 2006
* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected
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Amsterdam
Take a boat ride along Amsterdam’s charming canals past sturdy old houses and under quaint bridges. Visit one of the city’s superb museums housing many of the Dutch Masters’ most outstanding works or learn about Anne Frank and the city’s Jewish heritage. Or, journey into the countryside and see historic windmills and the fascinating porcelain works in Delft.
Country - Netherlands Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from port to Airport - 15kms Currency - Euro (EUR)
Places of Interest Dam Square, Anne Frank's House, Volendam & Marken
Cologne
The city's very name bears witness to its Roman past as the town of Colonia. As well as the legacy from Roman times and the Middle Ages, particularly the world-famous cathedral, Cologne has an extremely lively arts and culture scene. And besides being a centre of carnival activity and the "capital of Rhenish joie de vivre", Cologne is also an extremely attractive trade fair centre. Open, friendly and uncomplicated: that's Cologne!
Country - Germany Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from Port to Airport - 16kms Currency - Euro (EUR)
Places of Interest Cologne Cathedral, Philharmonic Hall, Zoo
Koblenz
Situated in the picturesque landscape of the Rhine and Moselle and surrounded by four low mountain ranges is the 2000-year-old town of Koblenz. Its abundance of cultural monuments and historic buildings, its cosy lanes and narrow alleyways, the relaxed and happy atmosphere of its squares and river promenades make Koblenz a friendly town where guests feel right at home.
Country - Germany Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from Port to Airport - 116kms Currency - Euro (EUR)
Places of Interest German Corner, Empress Augusta Gardens, Theatre and Obelisk, Beethoven Memorial, Museum of Military Technology, The Wine Village
Cochem
Cochem is a town in western Germany and is the capital of the district Cochem-Zell. It is situated in the valley of the Mosel, at the foot of a hill surrounded by a feudal castle, the Reichsburg, dating from 1051. The town is surrounded by vineyards.
Country - Germany Distance from port to City - <1km Distance from port to Airport - 100kms Currency - Euro (EUR)
Places of Interest Reichsburg Castle, wine tasting, Senfmühle mustard mill, Pinnerkreuz Mountain, Mosel-Wein-Express train, Klotten Wildlife and Leisure Park, Schlagkamp-Desoye Win Museum, Senheim Sculpture Park
Rudesheim
Rudesheim sits at the entrance to the Upper Middle Rhine Valley. If you come from the direction of Frankfurt or Mainz, it is one of the first major tourist towns you'll reach along the Rhine River. Rudesheim makes a good base for exploring the entire Rhine Valley, which is the home of famous wines, medieval villages and beautiful scenery.
Country - Germany Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from Port to Airport - 55kms Currency - Euro (EUR)
Places of Interest Drosselgasse, Niederwald Monument, Rheingau Wine Museum, Asbach Brandy Distillery, Medieval Torture Museum, Bird of Prey Zoo, Jagdschloss, Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet
Speyer
The old imperial city of Speyer was a bishopric and boasts a Romanesque cathedral with six imposing towers and the finest and largest crypt in Germany. Four Holy Roman Emperors and four German Kings are buried in the impressive Royal Vault.
Country - Germany Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance to Airport - 98kms Currency - Euro (EUR)
Places of Interest Great Romanesque Cathedral, City Centre
Colmar
Colmar is a historical town with much history stepping back to Middle Ages as reflected by the well-preserved buildings from that era and forms a major part of the Alsace region in history and tourism.
Country - France Distance from port to City - 1km Distance from port to Airport - 400kms Currency - Euro (EUR)
Places of Interest Maison des Tetes, Dominican Church, St Martin Church
Basel
Basel is by far the art and architecture capital of Switzerland. Its 40 museums, covering an area of almost 37 km2, can be easily reached on foot, mostly by strolling through romantic lanes and alleys in the Old Town. The finest and oldest art collection is housed in the Kunstmuseum Basel, as is “Schaulager” - a space for modern art - which was opened in 2003. The Fondation Beyeler, which is well worth a visit, is famous far beyond the limits of Basel - not only for the highly acclaimed special exhibitions, but also for the impressive building designed by architect Renzo Piano.
Country - Switzerland Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance to Airport - 6.5kms Currency - Swiss Franc (CHF)
Places of Interest Market Square, Town Hall, Basel Zoo, Cathedral, Fondation Beyeler Art Museum, Old Town
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APT (Australian Pacific Touring)
A family - owned company since its auspicious conception in the 1920s, we began when Bill McGeary built a bus body on a tray truck after a tram strike crippled the city of Melbourne. Through Bill's son Geoff, we pioneered Australia's dynamic travel industry in the 1960's and 70's via a diverse range of modes. Such innovation continues to thrive within us today, now a multi-brand business with an extensive global portfolio of touring and cruising products still owned and controlled by the McGeary family. Now, with a third generation of the family contributing to our success, the benefits of the Company's family - style culture are increasingly apparent.
While vigorously pursuing a global vision, the unwavering focus is on delivering a life - enriching and memorable holiday experience for each and every individual that entrusts us with their valuable time and travel. Such longevity in a competitive environment coupled with a proven ability to meet the shifting expectations of the modern holidaymaker is testament to the pioneering spirit upon which the company was founded, and upon which it continues to operate and flourish today.
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ms Amalegro
Ms Amalegro is sister ship to the ms Amadagio. On board you will enjoy the luxury of more space than on any other cruise ship in Europe. There are 2 lounges located on the upper deck where you can enjoy panoramic river views, the Panorama Lounge which accommodates up to 150 passengers, and the smaller Adagio Lounge which is perfect for groups and located in a glassed-in wellness area featuring a Fitness Center and a Massage and Beauty Salon. The ship has an elevator as well as bicycles on board for you to enjoy, while exploring on shore.
Inside your tastefully decorated cabin, you'll find all the amenities of a fine hotel, white-on-white plush bedding with down pillows and down duvet, a cozy sitting area, direct-dial telephone, flat-screen TV with local and satellite channels, internet access, safe, individually controlled airconditioning and ample closet space. All 75 staterooms are outside; 62 (82%) feature French balconies.
Although rarely found on European river cruise ships, suites aboard the MS Amadagio are extra spacious - 255 square feet. They feature a sitting area with a sofa and two chairs, floor-to-ceiling windows with French balcony and a luxurious, extra spacious bathroom with bathtub and shower.
