Cruise - Duchess, European Serenade Cruise ex Vienna to Amsterdam
Journey
12 Night Cruise sailing from Vienna to Amsterdam aboard River Duchess.
Ship
River Duchess (More about the ship)
Departure Date
01-Sep-2013
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Itinerary
Cruise Itinerary
Day
Date
Port
Arrive
Depart
Day 1 1 Sep 13 Vienna, Austria Day 2 2 Sep 13 Vienna, Austria Day 2 2 Sep 13 Wachau Valley, Austria Day 3 3 Sep 13 Passau, Germany Day 4 4 Sep 13 Regensburg, Germany Day 5 5 Sep 13 Nuremberg, Germany Day 6 6 Sep 13 Bamberg, Germany Day 7 7 Sep 13 Wurzburg, Germany Day 8 8 Sep 13 Miltenberg, Germany Day 9 9 Sep 13 Frankfurt, Germany Day 10 10 Sep 13 Rudesheim, Germany Day 10 10 Sep 13 Boppard, Germany Day 11 11 Sep 13 Cologne, Germany Day 12 12 Sep 13 Amsterdam, Rivers Day 13 13 Sep 13 Amsterdam, Rivers
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Your cruise in detail
12 Night Cruise sailing from Vienna to Amsterdam aboard River Duchess.
The River Duchess has joined the Uniworld fleet in June 2003. A sister ship to the magnificent River Empress and River Countess, she will again raise the standard of river cruising in Europe.
Step aboard into the spectacular two-story lobby, and feel the warmth and elegance that has been created just for you. Relax in the Europa (Main) Lounge, with its panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows. The beautiful Panorama restaurant offers elegant dining in one luxurious seating, with astonishing views on all sides.
With only 138 passengers, enjoy the small-ship ambiance aboard the River Duchess. Sail aboard the magnificent River Duchess, the ship of your dreams, part of the most luxurious and modern fleet in Europe.
European Serenade - Overview :
Let the music and culture of Europe's grand cities and fairytale villages serenade you
Sail three scenic and breathtaking rivers: the castleclad Rhine; the peaceful, meandering Main; and the majestic Danube. From colorful and lively Amsterdam to imperial Vienna, this cruise offers a leisurely pace and ample daytime sailing.
During your journey, you'll step back in time as you visit towns right from the pages of fairytales-tiny Miltenberg, with its crooked streets and leaning houses; Rothenburg, with its charming core of Gothic churches and gabled houses; Regensburg, an architectural treasure trove; Bamberg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site gem boasting Renaissance palaces, Baroque houses, and a unique frescoed Town Hall; and Nuremberg, an archetypical German Medieval city encircled by mighty defensive walls. Explore the world-renowned Rijksmuseum, and discover the delights of Amsterdam on a canal cruise.
Indulge your passion for awe-inspiring art and architecture, and for places where history is not only portrayed, but is still an essential part of daily life. Celebrate Europe's manmade wonders, including magnificent Cologne Cathedral and the Main-Danube Canal. Savor the flavors of Austria and Germany with a chance to sample the world-famous wines of the Rheingau and the award-winning beers of Germany. Let the music and culture of Europe's grand cities and fairytale villages serenade you.
Who will enjoy this cruise:
Those seeking history and architecture will encounter fascinating Roman ruins, Medieval towns, Baroque castles, and ultra-modern buildings. And story lovers will delight in the myths and legends found along the way. -
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