River Cruising - Exploration at its Best
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Simply stated, there isn’t a more
convenient way to travel. Once you have unpacked your bags,
check-out the luxurious floating hotel that is your home for the
duration of your cruise. While you drift along through magical
landscapes, you can almost see history unfold as castles and
cathedrals appear one after another on either side. Travelers
enjoy spacious staterooms, gracious interior décor, and
exceptional personalized service with a 2-to-1 crew to passenger
ratio. And, of course, we need not overstate the cuisine – you
will be bombarded with savory delights created by your wonderful
onboard chefs. Both experienced and first-time travelers have
discovered the majesty of
river cruising, making it the
fastest-growing segment of the travel industry.
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The World’s Greatest Cities – Footsteps Away
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Throughout history the world’s greatest
cities and towns were built on the great rivers of the world.
Paris, Vienna, Budapest, Cairo…all developed along major
waterways, the highways of the past. Unlike traditional ocean
cruises where so much time is spent at sea and less time in
port, with River Cruising you will have time to thoroughly
explore the villages, sites, and scenery along a variety of
great rivers. In Europe you have a choice of the Danube, Rhine,
and Moselle as well as some of the smaller waterways of Holland,
Belgium and France. Or, if your tastes lean more toward the
exotic, break away and discover the mysteries of China along the
mighty Yangtze or the ancient wonders of Egypt’s Nile.
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Stress-Free Travel
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After boarding the ship, unpack—just
once—in your spacious river-view stateroom. Once unpacked, your
time is entirely yours to enjoy. You may choose to laze onboard
deck and do absolutely nothing, or you may partake in the
comprehensive onshore excursion program included in the price of
every cruise—talk about value! Additionally, the Enrichment
Programs presented by the knowledgeable Cruise Directors provide
engaging commentary as the ship passes through the enchanting
cities, villages, forests and vineyards.
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A New Experience Every Day
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Without the hustle and bustle of busy
highways, the waterways of Europe, China, Egypt thread through
beautiful landscapes stopping at many ports allowing you to
explore well-known cities as well as unforgettable quaint little
towns and villages. The breathtaking scenery is ever changing as
glide along the river.
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Explore Your Way
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At every stop, there is always an
opportunity to go on specialized optional sightseeing
excursions, city walking tours or just to take a stroll around
quaint villages and historic towns after dinner. Every night,
you dock in a different location that is nearly always within a
few minutes walking distance of the most interesting sights and
historic landmarks.
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Effortless Sailing
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The large flat-bottomed river ships
ensure a smooth-as-glass ride without any worries about motion
sickness. There's never any tendering to shore - your river ship
docks right near the heart of the cities and towns you are
visiting.
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Extraordinary Value
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When you consider the total cost of
travel in Europe, River Cruising is a bargain package. All of
your accommodations, intra-Europe transportation, gourmet
cuisine, excursions, and nightly entertainment are included in
the price. All totaled, one can expect to pay roughly $210 per
night per person for a 12-day River Cruise—about the same cost
as a four-star hotel room in many of the European cities you
will explore. With this extraordinary value, it is no wonder our
clients return with wonderful stories and rave reviews!
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