Paris to Amsterdam 2011 (Trier to Amsterdam, Cruise-Only)

DAY 1, EMBARKATION 
Arrive in Trier and embark your ship. (D)

DAY 2, TRIER-BERNKASTEL
Tour Germany's oldest city, Trier, and explore the city's rich Roman past, including the Roman Baths and Amphitheatre. After lunch, arrive in Bernkastel for a city tour. Situated in the heart of the Mosel wine region, this medieval village has been called the "international town of vine and wine." (B,L,D)

DAY 3, COCHEM – KOBLENZ
After breakfast, enjoy a guided visit of the Reichsburg Castle, situated above Cochem with spectacular views of the River Mosel. This afternoon, we cruise to Koblenz where the evening is free for you to explore. The ship moors overnight. (B,L,D)

DAY 4, KOBLENZ - MAINZ
Situated at the confluence of the Mosel and Rhine rivers is picturesque Koblenz. This morning's walking tour takes you through cozy lanes and alleyways where you'll see the many cultural monuments and historical buildings. This afternoon continue cruising. (B,L,D)

DAY 5, MAINZ OR HEIDELBERG - RUDESHEIM
Today, decide between two excursions: take a guided walking tour of beautiful Mainz and see the famous Gutenberg Museum, home of the world's first printed bible, then travel to Frankfurt by bus for a tour of the historic “Romer” center. Or, travel by motorcoach to Heidelberg, Germany's oldest university town, where you will visit the red-walled Castle, enjoy gorgeous views of the Neckar Valley below, and see the Great Vat, a 49,000-gallon 8th-century wine cask. This afternoon, cruise to the wine village of Rüdesheim and visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Explore the Drosselgasse, a narrow alley lined with wine taverns and restaurants during your free time. The ship overnights here. (B,L,D)

DAY 6, COLOGNE
After lunch, you’ll cruise on to Cologne for a guided walking tour through the old part of the city and a visit to the fabled 13th-century Gothic cathedral.The afternoon is free to explore the city. You will also be minutes away from Old Town, the perfect place to enjoy an after dinner Kölsch, Cologne’s local beer. Late this afternoon, the ship sets sail for Amsterdam. (B,L,D)

DAY 7, AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND
This morning, enjoy a guided cruise through the city's historic canals. The afternoon is free to explore the 700 year-old European capital with its elegant and classic architecture, cafés, restaurants, lively marketplace and exciting nightlife. Perhaps, visit one of the city's renowned museums such as the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum or the Anne Frank House. (B,L,D)

DAY 8, DEPART AMSTERDAM
Your magical vacation ends today as you disembark transfer to the airport for your homebound flight. (B)

The perfect cruise for early spring! Visit some of Europe's most fascinating cities as you sail the Rhine River from youthful Amsterdam to splendid Cologne with its magnificent Dome. Admire the picturesque Rhine castles on your way to charming Rüdesheim and medieval Heidelberg. Continue to fascinating Koblenz and cruise the beautiful Mosel River Valley to charming Cochem and lovely Bernkastel. 

• 7-night Deluxe Cruise in an Outside Stateroom - 82% of the Staterooms with large French Balconies
• Infotainment System in all Staterooms with Internet, Movie and Music Library & English Language TV stations
• Terry Bathrobes and White-on-white plush Bedding in all Staterooms
• Superb Dining with all Meals included during your Cruise
• Unlimited Quality Red & White Wines from Europe's great Wine Regions with every Dinner onboard the Ship
• Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner
• Daily Sightseeing Program as outlined in the Itinerary
• Special Highlights including Folklore Dances, Lectures, Theme Dinners, onboard Music Performances and afternoon & evening Piano Music
• Use of Bicycles to explore on your own
• Services of Professional Cruise Director
• All English Language onboard in a non-smoking Environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)
• All Transfers with the Purchase of Cruise, Land & Air package
• All local Taxes

Cruise: A standard outside cabin onboard the Amadagio, Amalegro, Amalyra or Amacello

• Port charges of $133 per person are not included in the prices shown above.
• Cabin upgrades are available at additional cost.
• Please ask your Vacations To Go travel counselor for more details.

* The prices shown are U.S. dollars per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability. Prices quoted for land/cruise arrangements are subject to increase without notice. Once we have received your deposit, land/cruise prices are guaranteed. Whenever air-inclusive prices are displayed, these prices do not include government taxes and fees, which are additional. Air prices are subject to increase and are guaranteed only from the time that full payment is received. Air-inclusive prices include air from a major U.S. gateway; air from other U.S. airports is available at an additional cost. Sorry, we are unable to offer air from countries other than the U.S. However, for those international customers who are able to arrange their own transportation to the origination city, we are able to offer the land/cruise portion of the package, at the price quoted.