2016 - TM Europe River Cruising

52 Day 1. Arrive Paris. Today, be met at Paris airport and transfer to your hotel. This evening, enjoy a special Welcome Reception with your Tour Director. Stay (Two Nights): Paris, Les Jardins du Marais. Day 2. Paris. This morning, open the door to some of Paris' best-loved sights on a city tour. Feel the excitement of one of the world's most iconic streets, the Avenue des Champs-Élysées, and marvel at the impressive Arc de Triomphe. A Taste of Paris – ascend the Eiffel Tower, where sweeping vistas and delicious French cuisine await. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. BL Day 3. Paris, Caen. Travel to Arromanches and visit the Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema. Here, you will see the short film 'Normandy's 100 Days', a moving tribute to the soldiers from all countries and to the 20,000 civilians who were killed during this battle for the liberation of Europe. Later, visit the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial, where the remains of 9,387 members of the American military are laid to rest, most of whom were killed during the invasion of Normandy. Here, you will also see Omaha Beach, situated directly beneath the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial. This was one of the five sectors of the allied invasion of German-occupied France in the Normandy landings in 1944 during World War II. This evening in Caen, enjoy dinner at your hotel. Stay: Mercure Caen Côte de Nacre Herouville Saint Clair. BD Day 4. Caen, Amiens. This morning, depart Caen to see the battlefields of Somme, one of the largest battles of World War I. Pay your respects at the The Australian Memorial at Pozieres Mill, which signifies the spot where a windmill stood during World War I that marked the highest point of the bitterly contested Pozieres Ridge. Continue to explore the Lochnagar Mine Crate, Thiepval Monument and the Le Hamel Australian Corp Memorial. At Villers Bretonneaux, visit the Franco-Australien Museum, which tells the story of the Australians during the First World War, particularly on the Western Front in 1918. Continue to Bullecourt and pay your respects at the Australian Memorial. Inaugurated in 1938, the memorial reflects the vital contribution of the Australian troops. Constructed of white stone, it consists of a tall central tower and two corner pavilions linked to the tower by plain walls containing the names of the missing soldiers who have no known grave. Arrive in Amiens, where you will enjoy dinner. Stay: Amiens, Novotel Hotel or similar. BD Day 5. Amiens, Amsterdam. Visit the Jean & Denise Letaille Museum, a private collection of war memorabilia from the late Jean Letaille. The museum features stories and memories of the men who fought in the Battle of Bullecourt during April 1917, when the Australian and British troops attacked German defenders in the Hindenburg Line. Afterwards, visit Fromelles on your way to Amsterdam. Upon arrival, transfer your premium river ship, where you will enjoy a Captain's Welcome Reception. Stay (14 Nights): aboard your luxury Travelmarvel River Ship. BD Battlefields & European Gems River Cruise 22 Days | Eight countries – France | Belgium | Netherlands | Germany | Austria | Slovakia | Hungary FRANCE – see Les Braves sculpture at Omaha Beach YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES 14 nights on a Travelmarvel river ship The services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director and Cruise Director 52 fine meals – 21 breakfasts (B), 15 lunches (L) and 16 dinners (D) Daily bottled water, tea and coffee, plus soft drink, beer & local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise Explore 25 different towns, villages and cities with an expert local guide Transfers, port charges and tipping INSIDER EXPERIENCES Ascend the iconic Eiffel Tower for lunch Explore the majestic 19th-century Drachenburg Castle Immerse yourself in Wertheim culture and be welcomed into the home of a local Indulge in a Bavarian experience Tour Vienna's famous Naschmarkt Enjoy lunch and a local wine tasting at Nelahozeves Castle in Prague MORE HIGHLIGHTS Discover the beaches of the World War II Normandy landings Visit the Franco-Australien Museum See the Australian Memorial L e s t w e f o r g e t – www.travelmarvel.com.au – TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR OF OUR RIVER SHIPS www.travelmarvel.com.au

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