THE GREAT RIVERS OF EUROPE -  AMSTERDAM TO VIENNA

Grand Circle Travel’s Riverboat “M/S River Melody”

MARCH 8, 2009 - 16 Days from $2495 (with air included) or 14 Days from $1995  (without air)



Join us on a riverboat on the great rivers of Europe.  Cruise through history along the scenic Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers, where medieval architecture beckons from every riverbank - time honored winemaking traditions abound at hillside vineyards - and landscapes seem to spring from the canvases of centuries-old masterworks.  Experienced local Program Directors lead your discoveries in the Netherlands, Germany, and Austria.

We have 20 cabins on “hold”

Participation is not limited to Affordable Travel Club members.
You are welcome to invite your friends and family to join us.

What's included:

*Roundtrip transatlantic air transportation (if you choose)

*Accommodations for 14 nights aboard a GCT riverboat with an outside cabin

*All meals

*10 exclusive guided sightseeing tours: Amsterdam, Cologne, Koblenz, Mainz, Werthwim, Wurzburg, Bamberg, Nurnberg, Regensburg, Passau. (Personal headset on all tours—no more straining to hear guides)

*Exclusive Discovery Series events: Silversmithing demonstration, Glassblowing demonstration, Home-hosted visit, Discussions on local history and culture.
 

ITINERARY:
Day 1: Depart USA Day 9: Wurzburg
Day 2: Amsterdam  Embark on riverboat Day 10: Schweinfurt
Day 3: Canal Boat Tour Day 11: Bamberg
Day 4: Germany / Cologne City  Day 12: Nurnberg 
Day 5: Koblenz City Day 13: Regensberg
Day 6: Mainz Day 14: Passau
Day 7: Frankfurt Day 15: Melk
Day 8: Wertheim Day 16: Vienna - fly home

For a detailed Itinerary, go to: http://www.gct.com/gcc/general/default.aspx?oid=231026

For a look at the MS River Melody, go to: http://www.gct.com/gcc/general/default.aspx?oid=231156&linklocation=trip_leftnav

If the links do not work for you, go to: http://www.gct.com


Cabins:  We have 20 cabins on “hold.”    Number in parenthesis is number of cabins on hold in that category.
 

Cabin Prices Without Air With Air from New York or Newark
Prelude deck - lower deck with narrow horizontal window (5)  $1995 $2495
Cantata Deck - middle deck with picture window (6)  $2195 $2695
Sonata Deck - middle deck with picture window (6)  $2395 $2895
Serenade Deck - top deck with balcony (3) $2595 $3095
Other Cities Add-on:
Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia, Washington DC +$200
Atlanta, Baltimore, Dallas, Miami, Orlando, Tampa +$300
Denver, Detroit, Houston, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, San Francisco, Seattle +$400
Port charges, fees, and taxes: $165.00 + $345.58 (with air)
+ $165.00 (without air)
Single Supplement: + 40%

RESERVATIONS:    ($500 deposit per person must be made when making reservation)

You do not have to call or e-mail me before reserving this cruise.

To make a reservation, please call: 1-800-597-2452 - Press option 2 to make a reservation

They will ask you for:  Group #: GG9  3130  — Affordable Travel Club

Be prepared to tell them the category (deck) that you would like.

After you have made a reservation, notify Suzanne by phone, e-mail or snail mail your cabin number, and I will mail you the color brochure for this cruise.

Suzanne Miller
6556 Snug Harbor Lane
Gig Harbor, WA  98335

Phone:  (253) 853-6379,  E-mail:  suzannemiller@juno.com

PLEASE NOTE!  Cancellation Policy: You should be aware if you don’t take the travel insurance the cancellation policy is:  121 days prior to departure = $150 pp administrative fee; 120-90 days = $500 pp; 89-60 days = 40% of total charge; 59-30 days = 50% of total charge;  29 days-departure = 100% of total charge