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77 SWITZERLAND NETHERLANDS GERMANY FRANCE BELGIUM Amsterdam Utrecht Paris Bonn Cochem Rüdesheim Speyer Heidelberg Black Forest Breisach Basel Coach Cruise No. of nights stay 3 Rhine River Rhine River Moselle River MS Excellence Queen 7 GERMANY – visit the picturesque Black Forest region camera ready to capture the superb views of the surrounding valleys. This evening, enjoy a delicious dinner as you take in the wonderful sights from your ship, then perhaps retreat to the lounge for a nightcap. BLD Day 7. Moselle River, Cochem. Like an exquisite ribbon, your ship gently twists and turns through some of Europe's prettiest scenery along the Moselle River, passing landscapes of lush vineyards and spellbinding verdant rolling hills. Disembark in the pretty town of Cochem in the Moselle Valley. Explore the narrow alleyways with their half-timbered houses and visit the magnificent Cochem Castle. Perched on a hill overlooking the beautiful Moselle River, this castle is reminiscent of a majestic scene from a fairytale. Rejoin your ship and marvel at the countryside. BLD Day 8. Rhine Gorge, Rüdesheim. Continue cruising to experience a true highlight of the holiday – cruising through the Rhine Gorge, considered by locals to be the most beautiful section of the Rhine River. Watch in awe as steep slopes covered in vineyards and dotted with ancient castles drift past, before your ship docks in Rüdesheim, a Rhine Gorge wine town. Here, the Winzerexpress mini-train will take you through the town to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, which houses the most beautiful collection of automated musical instruments in Germany. BLD Day 9. Speyer, Heidelberg. Arrive in the 2,000-year-old city of Speyer, where you will have some free time to explore its amazing historical wonders. An inspiration to artists, poets and authors alike, the picturesque university town of Heidelberg will delight you with its Baroque old town and reminiscent castle ruins. In 1878, Mark Twain commenced his European travels with a stay in Heidelberg, noted in his literary work, 'A Tramp Abroad'. Like a Local – enjoy the must-see experience of a guided tour of Heidelberg's fascinating Old Town, dominated by the incredible ruins of Heidelberg Castle. BLD Day 10. Breisach. Disembark in Breisach today and explore the famous Black Forest region. Travel by coach past sky-bound pine and birch trees blanketing the mountainsides to the scenic village of Triberg, once the home to the inventor of Black Forest cherry cake, Josef Keller. Enjoy some time at leisure before enjoying A Taste of Germany – where you will visit the open air Black Forest Museum Vogtsbauernhof, where you will be treated to a mouth-watering Black Forest cake demonstration, followed by a deliciously decadent tasting of this famous and exquisite dessert. Afterwards, return to your luxury river ship where the gourmet delights continue as you indulge in a Farewell Dinner this evening. BLD Day 11. Depart Basel. This morning after a delicious breakfast, the time has arrived to say goodbye to your newfound friends and wonderful crew as you disembark you luxurious river ship for the final time in Basel. Upon disembarkation, you will then be transferred to the airport for your onward flight. B 3 NIGHTS PARIS – 7 NIGHT AMSTERDAM TO BASEL RIVER CRUISE EARLYBIRD SPECIALS SEE PAGES 32-35 FOR DETAILS 2016 DATES & PRICES (A$) 11 Days – Paris to Basel (EUTCLPB11) 2016 Per person Twin Share Solo Trav. Mar. 23; Apr. 2 # . $4,945 $7,145 July 13, 23 # . $5,645 $8,295 Aug. 24; Sept. 3 # . $5,645 $8,295 # Indicates operates in reverse (EUTCLRBP11). 8 Days – Amsterdam to Basel (EUTCL08) 2016 Per person Twin Share Solo Trav. Mar. 26; Apr. 2 # . $3,595 $5,195 July 16, 23 # . $4,095 $5,945 Aug. 27; Sept. 3 # . $4,095 $5,945 # Indicates operates in reverse (EUTCLR08). CRUISE UPGRADES Prices are based on a Cat. E Window Stateroom on the Lower Deck. See page 124 for deck plans. To upgrade, add per person: Cat. Stateroom Type Twin Share Solo Trav. D Window $195 $295 C French Balcony $745 $1,145 B French Balcony $895 $1,345 H French Balcony $895 $1,345 G French Balcony $945 $1,445 A French Balcony $1,095 $1,645 OS Owner's Suite $1,695 $3,390 TOUR NOTES All prices include transfers, port charges and tipping. Low or high water levels may cause disruption to cruising, see pages 126-127 for terms & conditions.