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11 NOV 11 -
FRIDAY
LEAVE SAN DIEGO
FOR BASEL
GRAND HOTEL LES TROIS
ROIS Les Trois Rois is one of Europe’s oldest city hotels and exudes the
charm and elegance of a historic grand hotel.All in the heart of Basel, in the centre of the Old Town and on the
banks of the Rhine.
http://www.lestroisrois.com
12 NOV 11 -
SATURDAY
Program
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08.30
Group breakfast in our Brasserie Restaurant (courtesy of Les Trois Rois)
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09:30
Hotel Site Inspection
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10.00
City Tour (courtesy of Basel
Tourism)
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12.00
Lunch in our restaurant Chez Donati
(courtesy of Les Trois Rois)
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Afternoon at leisure and departure to boat including
transfer
AMAWATERWAYS- *MS AMACELLO*
Nov. 12, LUCERNE – BASEL
Embark
your luxurious river cruise ship. Switzerland’s second largest city is
ideally located at the crossroads of Switzerland, France and Germany. Long an
important university, banking and trade center, Basel’s glorious past is still
evident in its medieval Town Hall and exquisite 18th- century patrician homes.
Tonight, gather on board for a
“Welcome Aboard” Wine Toast as you commence your wine-themed itinerary
through some of Europe’s most enchanting and historic wine regions . (B,D)
Nov. 13, BREISACH, GERMANY – COLMAR,
FRANCE
This morning, enjoy scenic cruising and an
onboard Wine Lecture on the way to Breisach, Germany. From Breisach, you will
travel to the area around medieval Colmar, France, situated along the Alsatian
Wine Route and the self-proclaimed “Capital of Alsatian Wine.” Colmar is known
for its half-timbered framed houses, German- influenced Old Quarter filled with
streets of unexpected twists and turns; its canals and the Launch River. You
will enjoy a pleasant walking tour of Colmar, followed by time to explore on
your own, perhaps stopping to discover the shops along Rue des Clefs. A
short transfer will then take you to the “Wunsch et Mann” winery in
Wettolsheim, where you will tour the cellars and learn about the history of Alsatian
wines. You will also see some of the machinery used in the production of wine.
Your visit concludes with a wine tasting in which you will sample a Pinot
Blanc, a Riesling and a Gewurztraminer. This evening, a delightful array of
Alsatian specialties will tempt you on the ship’s dinner menu, accompanied — of
course — by Alsatian wines. (B,L,D)
Nov. 14,
STRASBOURG, FRANCE
The principal city of the
Alsace region in northeastern France, Strasbourg, is situated on the Ill River,
where it flows into the Rhine on the border with Germany. This morning, take a
tour through this charming town lined with narrow cobblestone streets. See the
European Parliament and visit the “La Petite France” district, where you will
see the sandstone Gothic Cathedral with its famous Astronomical clock. Then, a
canal cruise will take you through this picturesque town, known for its black
and white timber-framed buildings, covered bridges and medieval watchtowers. In
the afternoon, you will visit the charming wine town of Obernai. Nestled
against the Vosges mountains in the heart of Alsace, Obernai is known for its
half-timbered houses, traditional Alsatian wine, food and festivals. After a
brief guided tour of Obernai, you will take a short drive to one of Alsace’s
most beautiful wine estates. There, in the typical Alsatian setting of Caveau
Klipfel, you will tour a unique wine-making exhibit featuring antique wine
presses, Vosges wooden wine casks and old viticulture stock. Our visit will
also include a wine tasting in a cozy wood-paneled tasting room. We will sample
a classic Riesling, noble Gewurztraminer and other famous wines of this region,
making a most memorable evening in Alsace. (B,L,D) Obernai Caveau Klipfel
Nov.15, SPEYER– HEIDELBERG, GERMANY
Depart this morning for
Speyer, enjoying an onboard Wine Lecture en route. From Speyer, you will
take an excursion to Heidelberg, where you will visit the red-walled Castle,
with its Great Vat, a 49,000-gallon 18th-century wine cask, overlooking
beautiful views of the Neckar Valley and Heidelberg below. This evening, a
German-themed dinner will be served on board, accompanied by paired German
wines. (B,L,D)
Nov. 16 RÜDESHEIM –
RHINE CASTLES – KOBLENZ
This morning, arrive in
Rüdesheim and visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Depart at
lunchtime for Koblenz. You will cruise through the Rhine Gorge, the most
beautiful stretch of the river, famous for its castles and the infamous Lorelei
Rock. Arrive in Koblenz, a wine town at the confluence of the Rhine and Mosel
rivers, where you will take a walking tour. This evening, enjoy a delectable
dinner paired with local wines. The ship moors in Koblenz overnight. (B,L,D) THE
Nov. 17, KOBLENZ – COLOGNE
This morning, enjoy an
onboard Wine Lecture as the ship cruises to Cologne, famous for its legendary
13th-century Gothic cathedral. Upon arrival, you will take a walking tour
through the old part of the city, visit the cathedral and also enjoy a tasting of
Kölsch, the specialty beer with the straw-yellow hue brewed in Cologne.
This evening, compare notes
about your favorite wines with fellow passengers at the Gala Captain’s Dinner.
(B,L,D)
Nov 18, AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND
Arrive in Amsterdam at
mid-day. Admire beautiful 17th-century homes, charming churches and
16th-century merchant houses on a guided canal boat tour. Then take a motor
coach tour of Amsterdam, including a photo stop at the Rembrandt Windmill,
followed by free time in Amsterdam. This evening, bid farewell to your fellow
passengers at the Farewell Dinner. (B,L,D)
Nov. 19, AMSTERDAM – USA
Bid
Farewell to Amsterdam and transfer to the airport for your homeward flight. (B)
INTERCONTINENTAL AMSTEL
AMSTERDAM
Located directly
at the famous Amstel River, this luxurious five-star Amsterdam hotel
welcomed its first guests in 1867. It is situated in the heart of downtown, at the
convergence of the financial, cultural, and shopping districts, this
prestigious central Amsterdam hotel - voted the Netherlands' best in
2008 by Condé Nast Traveller- beckons with a rich blend of classic
elegance and modern luxury.
- Overlooking the Amstel River, and within walking distance to the Royal
Theatre Carre and the Hermitage
- Just 1.5 kilometres from the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, Het
Concertgebouw and the exclusive shopping district of P.C. Hooftstraat
- A mere three kilometres from the Anne Frank House and Amsterdam Central Station
- Only 19 kilometres from Schiphol Amsterdam International Airport
http://amsterdam.intercontinental.com/
20 NOV
11 - SUNDAY
AR SAN DIEGO
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