Musical Interludes - Noble Caledonia

and cafés and is fully pedestrianised. After
a guided tour there will be free time to
wander around this remarkable town
which somehow manages to retain its old
world charm and yet be very much of the
21st century. Sail this afternoon and relax
onboard while enjoying a performance by
London Festival Opera.
Day 5 Heidelberg. From our berth in
Mannheim, we visit Heidelberg where we Bernkastel market square
have a day to enjoy this most picturesque and romantic of German cities which
is home to Germany’s oldest university, dating back to 1386. A morning tour will
include the castle, a dramatically sited red sandstone ruin that dominates the
city, the old town with its famous market place and the city gates.
Day 6 Rudesheim & Koblenz. This morning we have a brief stop at the
colourful riverside town of Rudesheim. We have a short time here for some
independent exploring before we sail on to Koblenz where we join the
Moselle. This section of the Rhine is regarded by many as the most romantic
with its cliff hugging castles and vine clad hills. In the late afternoon we arrive
in Koblenz which sits on the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle. Enjoy a
guided walking tour of Koblenz followed by a concert of Chopin’s piano music
in the 14th century moated castle owned by the Princes of Hohenzollern.
Day 7 Bernkastel & Trier. Here in the heart of the Moselle Valley we will explore
lovely Bernkastel on a walking tour. Later we drive to nearby Trier, onetime
capital of the Roman Western Empire and a fascinating mix of European
architectural styles, but pride of place goes to the most impressive group of
Roman monuments north of the Alps. On the excursion see the Roman ruins
including the impressive Porta Nigra, the most important ancient monument in
the city and the largest Roman city gate extant. Sail in the late evening.
Day 8 Cochem & Bonn. The town of Cochem is famous for its 11th century
Schloss and the Reichsburg, set impressively on a tree clad hill above a bend
of the river. On the guided tour, walk along its winding medieval streets and
see the Baroque Town Hall. Cruise back up the Moselle this afternoon,
rejoining the Rhine and reaching Bonn at midnight.
Day 9 Bonn & Cologne. Morning visit to Beethoven’s House, followed by a
brief tour of Bonn. In the late morning sail on to Cologne and after lunch
there will be a guided walk along the river promenade and through the old
town to the magnificent cathedral, the largest in Germany. Our visit to
Cologne will end with a string quartet recital in the late medieval castle of
Burg Konradsheim, an imposing moated castle and a striking setting to enjoy
the works of Mendelssohn and Schumann.
Day 10 Arnhem. This morning drive to the nearby Palace of Het Loo, the
favoured summer residence of the Dutch Royal family from 1686 to 1975.
The Palace and grounds have undergone a spectacular restoration returning
them to their original 17th century splendour. Rejoin the vessel for lunch and
enjoy some free time to explore this afternoon. Arnhem is well known
because of the airborne paratrooper landings and the battles around the
bridge over the Rhine. On the town side of the bridge stands a monument
commemorating the British forces. This afternoon there will be an optional
excursion to the Airborne Museum, dedicated to the historic military
‘Operation Market Garden’ in World War II.
Day 11 The Hague & Delft. From Rotterdam we will head for The Hague where
our first stop is the Gemeentemuseum where we will see the ‘View of Delft’ by
Johannes Vermeer, ‘The Bull’ by Paulus Potter and ‘The Anatomy Lesson of Dr.
Nicholaes Tulp’ by Rembrandt van Rijn. Continue to nearby Delft for lunch. Enjoy a
tour of the famous Delft Blue Pottery before returning to the vessel. This evening
there will be a farewell dinner onboard and a concert by London Festival Opera.
Day 12 Amsterdam to London/Manchester. Disembark after breakfast and
transfer to the airport for your return scheduled flight to London or Manchester.
BOOK BEFORE 30 NOVEMBER 2012 & SAVE
£400 PER PERSON OFF THE PRICES SHOWN
Prices per person
Based on double occupancy Tour Code: RCJS210413
CAT DECK CABIN DESCRIPTION DOUBLE OCCUPANCY SINGLE OCCUPANCY
D Polka Forward £2895 £3895
C Polka Mid-ship £3095 £4095
BF Opera French balcony forward £3395 £4395
B Opera French balcony £3595 £4595
A Waltz French balcony £3795 £4795
Included in your
cruise:
● Economy class return scheduled air travel
from London or Manchester
● Airport assistance at check-in (London
Heathrow only)
● Eleven nights aboard the MS Johann
Strauss on full board
● House wine, beer and soft drinks with
dinner
● Shore excursions
● Onboard performances and music ashore
as described
● Guest speaker
● Services of a Cruise Director
● Tour manager
● Transfers
● Gratuities to crew and whilst on shore
excursions
● Port taxes and airport taxes
Not included: Travel insurance, optional
shore excursions to the Opera National du
Rhin (subject to availability), the Black Forest
and Airborne Museum.
N.B Ports subject to change. Water levels may affect
itinerary. All special offers are subject to availability.
Strasbourg Old Town
OPTIONAL PRE-CRUISE
EXTENSION IN LUCERNE
Beaux Rivages Hotel and Lake Lucerne
18th to 21st April 2013
Join us before your cruise for a three-night
hotel stay in Lucerne. The extension
includes three nights accommodation at
the four-star Beaux Rivages Hotel in a twin
room with mountain view on bed &
breakfast basis, a tour of Lucerne, a cruise on
Lake Lucerne, transfers from the vessel to
the hotel and from the hotel to the airport.
Prices per person:
Twin: £395; Single: £575
Upgrade to a Lake View Room:
Twin: £585; Single £765
www.beaurivage-weggis.ch for more information
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