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The Legendary Rhine

Rhine River cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, through Holland, Germany, France and Switzerland

Cruise on the legendary Rhine along its entire navigable length, from the North Sea to its headwaters in Switzerland. Choose the southbound itinerary, which starts in Amsterdam, followed by a cruise through the colorful Dutch waterways. Sail on the Rhine visiting delightful Rüdesheim, Heidelberg and Strasbourg along the way. Or choose the northbound itinerary, beginning in Basel, Switzerland's second largest city. In either direction, you'll have a great vacation onboard the deluxe River Princess or brand-new River Countess at a great price.

On special wine theme cruises, sample the refined and noble Rieslings of the Rheingau and the earthy wines of Alsace. Enjoy tastings in several local wineries and special lectures on ship. For even greater enjoyment, add three days in delightful Lucerne, Switzerland's most popular resort, after cruises ending in Basel. Or spend more time in Amsterdam, or visit Brussels and Brugge before cruises starting in Amsterdam.

Your holiday includes:

• Roundtrip flight to Europe (to Amsterdam and from Basel)
• 8-Day (7 nights) cruise in an outside cabin
• All meals aboard ship
• 6 guided shore excursions
• Services of a Cruise Manager throughout your cruise
• All transfers for passengers on tour operated flights

Included shore excursions:

• Amsterdam - City tour and canal cruise
• Arnhem - Kröller-Müller Museum
• Cologne - City tour
• Rüdesheim - Mini-train to Siegfried’s Music Museum
• Mannheim - Excursion to Heidelberg
• Strasbourg - City tour

River Princess
With the introduction of the River Princess in 2001, This Tour sets new standards for river cruising in Europe and with the launch of her sister ships - the River Empress in 2002, and the River Countess and River Duchess in 2003 - the River Princess is part of the most luxurious and modern fleet in Europe.

You are welcomed aboard through an impressive two-story lobby. The Europa (Main) Lounge, with its panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, is a floating showcase for the ever-changing scenery. The Panorama restaurant offers elegant dining in one luxurious seating. The glass-sheltered Sky Lounge offers a comfortable view of the passing landscape. Join us aboard the dazzling River Princess and experience the comfort and luxury that have been created just for you

River Countess
The River Countess joins the  fleet in March 2003. A sister ship to the magnificent River Empress, she will again raise the standard of river cruising in Europe and make this fleet the most luxurious and most modern in Europe.

Step aboard into the spectacular two-story lobby, and feel the warmth and elegance that have been created just for you. The Europa (Main) Lounge has panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows, a dance floor, and bar. The beautiful Panorama restaurant offers elegant dining in one luxurious seating, with astonishing views on all sides. Sail this inaugural season aboard the River Countess, the ship of your dreams, part of the most luxurious fleet in Europe.

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