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PECIAL WINE CRUISE ON THE RHINE AND MOSELLE RIVERSTHROUGH GERMANY

  You are invited to an exclusive AMAWATERWAYS Wine Cruise Celebration! SPECIAL AIR OFFER FLY FOR ONLY $500 FROM JFK
  and $700 fromLAX or SFO Airport, Transfers, Air Taxes, Fuel Surcharges & Fees are Included with purchase of an AMA WATERWAYS
  cruise!  PLUS RECEIVE A COMPLIMENTARY UPGRADE TO A FRENCH BALCONY CABIN AND $100 SPA CREDIT!

  Cruise along Europe’s Rhine and Mosel rivers, famous for their picturesque scenery, historic destinations and hillside vineyards. Your

  Your Celebrated Hosts: Rudi Schreiner, AMAWATERWAYS President
  Archie McLaren, Chairman of Central Coast Wine Classic
  Jim Clendenen, Owner of internationally-acclaimed Au Bon Climat Winery, California
 
  The Vineyards of the Rhine & Mosel Spend 7 nights aboard the luxurious MS AMALEGRO, followed by 3 nights in romantic Paris
  November 11-22, 2010 and stateroom prices starting from $2689* per person. 
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River Cruising AMAWATERWAYS style Includes: Newly Built Custom-Designed Ships • Luxurious Staterooms w/French
  Balconies* • Award-Winning Service • Fine Dining Including Unlimited Wine, Beer or Soda at dinner • Enriching Tours •
  Evening Entertainment • Complimentary Internet Access and No Charge to Watch New Release Hollywood Movies Plus....
 
 
 
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Experienced travelers agree that a European river cruise is one of the most enjoyable and hassle-free ways to explore Europe's cathedrals and castles, the charming and picturesque villages. And with AMA Waterways, opportunities to discover the very best these destinations have to offer, are endless. Travel along the famous rivers of Europe with a Rhine and Danube river cruise and discover fascinating history and authentic experiences with comprehensive sightseeing plus your own exploration. It's a simple way to travel and you're in the middle of the action, not seeing it from afar. Plus there's plenty of time to unwind. Think of this as your own personal journey of discovery through
Europe. AMA Waterways redefines European river cruising since its founding in 2002.

 

On AMAWaterways Russian Cruises you'll experience a spectacular voyage through the heart of Russia along its colorful and historic waterways. Explore bustling and excitement-packed Moscow, then cruise north and visit the enchanting Golden Ring cities of Uglich, Kostroma and Yaroslavl. Continue along the Volga-Baltic Waterways and through Europe’s two largest lakes, Onega and Ladoga to St. Petersburg, one of the world’s most beautiful cities, spread over 101 islands and 66 canals.

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2010: Amsterdam to Paris 12 Days 7 Night Cruise
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. Disembark in Trier, Germany's oldest town, and tour Luxembourg before your splendid finale in Paris. Amsterdam to Paris / Optional 3 Night Extension in Paris on either the Amalegro or Amacello.
 
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2010 Paris to Istanbul 30 Days 21 Night Cruise ▪ Paris to Istanbul
Begin your European vacation with Paris, the “City of Lights.” See charming towns and historical castles as you cruise along the Rhine and Main river. Sail along the Romanian/Bulgarian border on to Serbia and through the Iron Gates, a very narrow passage dividing the Alps from the Carpathian mountains. Continue to Plovdiv, the second largest city in Bulgaria, before joining your cruise in Romania. See the very best of what Europe has to offer and enjoy the history and beauty along the Danube River before ending your vacation in what was known for centuries as the greatest city in the world, Istanbul.

A grand European journey visiting 11 countries including a fascinating 21-night cruise from Trier, Germany to Romania and Bulgaria, and ending with a 3-night stay in magical Istanbul on either the Amacello, Amadolce. 
 
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2010: Provence and Spain 15 Days 7 Night Cruise
From the magic of Paris to the romance of Barcelona, this itinerary promises to be one of our most captivating yet. Start your vacation with three glorious days in Paris then travel in style aboard the high speed TGV train to Lyon, France's gastronomical capital. From here, cruise through beautiful wine growing regions where such famous wines as Beaujolais, Côte du Rhône and Chateauneuf-du-Pape are being produced. Explore marvelous Avignon and visit Mediterranean Arles, the city which Vincent Van Gogh captured in many of his master pieces. Disembark and continue to the medieval city of Carcassone, a UNESCO World Heritage Site close to the Pyrenees. Enjoy the grand finale of your vacation with three fascinating days in magnificent Barcelona.  Optional 3 nights in Paris, travel by high-speed TGV train to Lyon, then savor an enchanting 7-night cruise through Provence, ending with a 3-night stay in Barcelona on the Swiss Pearl.

 
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2010 Tulip Time Cruise - 9 Days
Discover the beauty and history of the Dutch and Belgian waterways in springtime. Admire the colorful tulip carpets and flower displays; stroll amidst Kinderdijks’ lush green countryside dotted with the world-famous windmills, taste the local cheese and learn about the traditions of the friendly Dutch and Flemish people. In Belgium, admire great medieval cities like Antwerp, Ghent and Brugges with their stunning architecture and traditions. Amsterdam ot Amsterdam - aboard one of these 3 ships: Amadolce, Amalyra, Amalegro.

 
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                        Cruise the Danube to the Cities of the Music Masters

2010: Blue Danube Discovery 14 Days 7 Night Cruise

The very best of Europe’s highlights and experience centuries of art, history and culture. From Budapest, a famous haven for musicians, writers and artists, cruise through the stunning cultural cities of Vienna, Bratislava, Passau and Regensburg. Visit magnificent cathedrals and baroque abbeys. Explore the charming Wachau Valley and traverse by cruise ship Europe’s Continental Divide - made possible through the engineering masterpiece of the Main-Danube Canal. Treat yourself to fine cuisine and the great wines of the region. Take an optional excursion to Salzburg and celebrate the heritage of Mozart, one of the world’s greatest composers. With optional extensions:  2 nights in Budapest, enjoy an unforgettable 7-night cruise then relax for 3 nights in Prague on board the Amadagio, Amalegro.
 
 
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2010: Grand Danube Cruise 23 Days 14 Night Cruise Prague ▪ Czech Republic to Rousse, Bulgaria
Celebrate the beauty and history of the Danube, Europe's second largest river. Journey from Nuremberg across the Continental Divide, and along the way visit charming towns and marvel at beautiful vistas. Enter Austria and cruise along the Wachau wine region. Visit three grand old capitals, magnificent Vienna, charming Bratislava and vibrant Budapest. Continue to Croatia and Serbia and cruise through the Iron Gates, a very narrow passage dividing the Balkan mountains from the Carpathian mountains. Sail along the Romanian/Bulgarian border before ending your grand European journey in what was known for centuries as the world’s greatest city, Istanbul. Optional extension: spend 3 nights in Prague, take a 14-night cruise to Bulgaria, stay 1 night in Bulgaria on board the Amadolce.
 
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2010: The Legendary Danube 12 Days 7 Night Cruise ▪ Prague to Budapest
Start your voyage with historic Prague, also called “the city of a hundred spires.” Celebrate the beauty and history of the Danube, Europe’s second largest river. Journey from Nuremberg on the Main- Danube Canal across the Continental Divide, and along the way, visit charming towns and marvel at beautiful vistas. Enter Austria and cruise through the lush Wachau wine region. Then, conclude your European river cruise vacation with two grand old capitals, magnificent Vienna and vibrant Budapest. With optional 3 nights in Prague, then enjoy a fascinating cruise from Nuremberg to Budapest on board either the Amadagio, Amadolce or Amalyra.
 
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2010: The Romantic Danube 12 Days 7 Night Cruise ▪ Budapest to Prague
Framed by Austrian Alps, lush vineyards, and medieval castles, the Danube River casts the lure of romance that has caught many artists, musicians, and poets throughout the centuries. Travel through each of these captivating cities, beginning with a 3-night stay in fairy tale Prague followed with 7 nights on the timeless Danube River from Vilshofen to Budapest. Explore a 2,000-yearold city and visit Europe’s largest pipe organ, savor local wines throughout the Wachau Valley, and have your senses heightened with the timeless beauty and rich history of Vienna and Budapest. Budapest to Prague with optional 3 night extension in Prague aboard either the Amadolce or Amalegro.

 
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                                  Fabulous Rhine Cruises

2010: The Enchanting Rhine 13 Days 7 Night Cruise ▪ Amsterdam to Basel, Switzerland
Begin in vibrant Amsterdam, enjoying her legendary canals and colorful surroundings. Visit the majestic Cologne Cathedral, the historic university town of Heidelberg, the medieval charming town of Strasbourg, and an excursion to the legendary Black Forest region. Conclude your journey in the midst of Switzerland’s stunning scenery and world-famous cities, enjoying lake- side excursions and Alpine vistas. Amsterdam to Basel with optional Extensions and spend 2 nights in Lucerne, ending with an optional 2-night stay in Zürich. Onboard either the Amalegro or Amalyra.
 
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2010: Rhine Winter Voyage 13 Days 7 Night Cruise ▪ Basel, Switzerland Amsterdam, Holland
Begin your journey in the midst of Switzerland’s stunning scenery and world-famous cities, Zürich and Lucerne, enjoying lake- side excursions and Alpine vistas. Travel on the enchanting Rhine with a 7-night cruise beginning in cosmopolitan Basel. Then continue to the legendary Black Forest region, the medieval charming town of Strasbourg, the historic university town of Heidelberg, and visit the majestic Cologne Cathedral. Then conclude your European river cruise ends in vibrant Amsterdam, with her legendary canals and colorful surroundings. Optional 2 nights in Zürich, 2 nights in Lucerne, then enjoy a 7-night cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard theAmalegro.

 
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The Truly Spectacular Multi-European Country Cruises:

2010:
Europe's Heartland Cruise 14 Days 7 Night Cruise ▪ Paris to Prague "best of the Rhine and the Mosel Rivers"
Start your European vacation with a big splash in Paris before joining our cruise in Trier, the oldest city in Germany. You will be enchanted by the meandering Mosel Valley with Europe's steepest vineyards and the precious towns of Bernkastel, Zell and Cochem. Taste the Mosel vintages in cozy taverns, then sail through the most beautiful stretch of the Rhine with all its picturesque castles from Koblenz to charming Rüdesheim. Enter the Main River with its quaint medieval towns of Miltenberg, Wertheim and Bamberg and sail through the Main-Danube Canal to historic Nuremberg before ending your journey in historic Prague. With optional extensions 3 nights in Paris and 2 nights in Prague aboard the
Amacello.
 
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2010: Magnificent Europe 16 Days 14 Night Cruise ▪ Vienna and Budapest
A magnificent cruise indeed as you follow the route of emperors and kings on your exciting European journey along three great rivers and through five fascinating countries! Marvel at the engineering wonders of the Main-Danube Canal as you traverse Europe's Continental Divide by ship. Discover the culture and traditions of grand old capitals like Bratislava. Visit perfectly preserved medieval towns and cruise through Europe’s loveliest countryside with fairy tale castles and sample the finest wines and local gourmet cuisines.  Optional Day Tours to Rothenburg, Salzburg, Vienna Concert on the Amacello, Amadolce or Amalyra.
 
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2010: The Ultimate River Cruise 21 Days 14 Night Cruise ▪ Budapest, Hungary to Trier, Germany
The Ultimate River Cruise combines the highlights of the legendary Main and Danube with the picturesque Rhine and Mosel experiencing a voyage of cultural and scenic diversity through the six countries of Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany, Luxembourg and France. Start your European vacation with two grand old capitals, vibrant Budapest and magnificent Vienna. Journey on the Main-Danube Canal across the Continental Divide, and visit charming towns with beautiful vistas. Cruise through the lush and scenic Mosel Valley, famous for its many historical castles and the steepest vineyards in the world, and be close to the heart of the people living in the medieval cities along the Rhine and Main river. Conclude your European vacation in Paris, the City of Lights. Optional 2 nights in Budapest, savor a stunning 14-day river cruise from Budapest to Trier, then end your holiday with 3 fascinating nights in Paris on board the Amadolce.

 
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                                  Black Sea Adventures


2010: Black Sea Voyage 15 Days 7 Night Cruise ▪ Budapest, Hungary Rousse, Bulgaria
Start your journey with vibrant Budapest, a famous haven for musicians, writers and artists. See the rolling hills and vine clad slopes of Pecs before departing Hungary. Soon, the Danube makes up the boundary between Serbia on one side and Croatia on the other. Cruise through the narrow gorges of the Iron Gates, a narrow passage which divides Europe's Balkan from the Carpathian mountains. Then, sail along the Romanian-Bulgarian border to Bucharest, the capital and largest city in Romania. Disembark and continue by motorcoach to Veliko Tarnovo, the ancient capital of Bulgaria, before arriving in Plovdiv, the second largest city in Bulgaria. Conclude your grand vacation in Istanbul, a city with rich history going back thousands of years.  Optional 2 nights in Budapest and 1 night in Bulgaria and 3 nights in Istanbul onboard either the Amadagio or Amadolce.
 
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                             Exciting Portugal and Spain

2010: The Best Of Portugal & France 22 Days ▪ Lisbon to Porto, Portugal and Arles to Lyon, France
The Best Of Portugal & France are two 7 night Cruises form a spectacular combination cruise/land tour best of the best destinations! 
Begin your journey in one of Europe’s most beautiful cities, Lisbon, before cruising through the wonderfully scenic Douro River Valley. Begin in the Northern capital, Porto and continue inland and on to the countryside of the Trás-os-Montes Region where you will indulge in the small picturesque villages amidst the steep terraces that climb up and into the mountains. Enter Spain to visit Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, located at the center of the Castilla y León region before returning to Portugal to visit Pinhão and the Alpendurada Monastery in Bitetos. Take a short flight to Arles to continue your river cruise vacation in Southern France. Explore Mediterranean Arles, the city which Vincent Van Gogh captured in many of his master pieces, and marvelous Avignon. Cruise through beautiful wine growing regions where such famous wines as Beaujolais and Côte du Rhône and Chateauneuf-du-Pape are being produced. Enjoy the grand finale of your vacation in Paris, the “City of Lights.”  Optional 3 nights in Lisbon, enjoy a 7-night cruise through the Douro River Valley, then journey to Southern France for a 7-night cruise, ending with a 3-night stay in Paris aboard the Amadouro.
 
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2010: Cruising Portugal & Spain 12 Days 7 Night Cruise Lisbon to Porto
Take a relaxing journey through the wonderfully scenic Douro River Valley. It is one of Europe’s most pure and unspoiled rivers decorated with deep cleft gorges, lush vineyards, and sleepy fishing villages. Begin in the capital of the North, Porto and continue inland and on to the countryside of the Trás-os-Montes Region where you will indulge in the small picturesque villages amidst the steep terraces that climb up and into the mountains. Enter Spain to visit Salamanca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, located at the center of the Castilla y León region before returning to Portugal to visit the ancient and picturesque city of Lamego, before concluding your vacation in historic Porto. Portugal is one of the oldest demarcated wine regions where cuisine is simple, yet flavorful and every dish has an accompanying wine to match. Optional 3 nights in Lisbon, then enjoy a relaxing 7-night cruise through the Douro River Valley onboard the Amadouro

 
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                                       Winter European Holiday Cruises
                   $1000 off these Wonderful Holiday Cruises

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Christmas Time Cruise Dec 10th and Dec 18th, 2010 - 11 Days 7 Night ▪  Budapest to Prague
Celebrate the magic of the wonderful winter season with a fascinating trip from historic Prague through the beauty and history of the Danube, Europe’s second largest river. Journey from Nuremberg on the Main- Danube Canal across the Continental Divide through many of the Danube’s great cities. Along the way, visit charming towns where so many Christmas traditions began and marvel at beautiful vistas of enchanting Bavaria and the captivating Wachau Valley. Shop at the Christmas markets or celebrate the holiday season with the locals.

 
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Magnificent Christmas Cruise 2010 - 16 days14 Night Cruise ▪  Amsterdam to Budapest
A magnificent cruise indeed as you follow the route of emperors and kings on your exciting European journey along three great rivers and through five fascinating countries! Marvel at the engineering wonders of the Main-Danube Canal as you traverse Europe's Continental Divide by ship. Discover the culture and traditions of grand old capitals like Bratislava, Vienna and Budapest. Visit perfectly preserved medieval towns and cruise through Europe’s loveliest countryside with fairy tale castles and sample the finest wines and local gourmet cuisines.
 
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Romantic Christmas Cruises Nov 25th & Dec 9th, 2010 - 11 Days 7 Night ▪ Prague to Budapest
Your festive holiday journey starts in fascinating Budapest, for a city tour and visit to Budapest’s own unique brand of Christmas Markets. Travel to historic Bratislava and vibrant Vienna, bedecked in holiday décor, and explore the city’s lively Christmas Markets. Continue to Melk, known for its famous Benedictine Abbey, and then picturesque Linz and Passau. Visit the scenic Danube town of Vilshofen before disembarking for spectacular Prague, with its glimmering Christmas Markets. Enjoy a fascinating cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen, then spend an optional 2 nights in Prague.  
 
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Rhine Winter Voyage Nov 25th, 2010 for 13 Days 7 Night Cruise ▪ Amsterdam to
Zurich
Begin your journey in the midst of Switzerland’s stunning scenery and world-famous cities, Zürich and Lucerne, enjoying lake- side excursions and Alpine vistas. Travel on the enchanting Rhine with a 7-night cruise beginning in cosmopolitan Basel. Then continue to the legendary Black Forest region, the medieval charming town of Strasbourg, the historic university town of Heidelberg, and visit the majestic Cologne Cathedral. Then conclude your European river cruise ends in vibrant Amsterdam, with her legendary canals and colorful surroundings.
 
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                            SHIP     BUILT   SHIP OVERVIEW
  ms Amacello
ms Amadagio
ms Amadante
ms Amadolce
ms Amalegro
ms Amalyra
2008
2006
2008
2009
2007
2009
  Length 310 '
Width 38'
Max Passengers 148
Staterooms: Single 140 SF
                       E to A 170 SF and A+  225 SF
3Jr. Suites: 255 SF and/or 4 Jr. Suites 255 SF
           
  ms Amadouro
Cruises Portugal
2005   Length 255 '
Width 36'
Max Passengers 130
Std Staterooms: 135 SF Large Picture Windows
Balcony Staterooms: 135 SF
           
  ms La Marguerite
Cruises S E Asia
 
2009   Length 235 '
Width 41'
Max Passengers 92
Staterooms: 226 SF
6Jr. Suites: 290 SF
2 Suites: 452 SF
           
  ms Swiss Pearl
Cruises France
Renovated
2006
  Length 358 '
Width 37.5'
Max Passengers 130
Staterooms: Single 115 SF and Triple 180 SF
                       Category D to A 140 SF
                        2 Jr. Suites: 205 SF
           
  ms Tolstoy
Cruises Russia
Renovated
2006
  Length: 353 '
Width:
Max Passengers: 160
Std Staterooms: 110 SF
Deluxe Staterooms: 220 SF
2 Suites: 330 SF
  • Private wine tastings
  • Culinary demonstrations led by Master Chefs
  • Delicious wine and food paired dinners
  • Special onshore excursions
 
 
 

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