2020 River Cruises (US - August 2019)

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North Sea THE NETHERLANDS Amsterdam Kinderdijk Cologne RHINE GERMANY Koblenz Rüdesheim N FRANCE Speyer Strasbourg RHINE Breisach Cruise Basel SWITZERLAND Lucerne Lake Como XXSee castles along the Rhine XXVisit Rüdesheim’s Drosselgasse XXTaste local beer in Cologne 2020 RHINE GETAWAY 8 DAYS BASEL TO AMSTERDAM Experience highlights of the legendary Rhine, one of Europe’s best-loved rivers for its turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery. From Basel to the Black Forest and Cologne to JOURNEY HIGHLIGHTS COLOGNE’S ICONIC CATHEDRAL. With an average of 20,000 visitors per day, Cologne’s Dom is Germany’s most-visited landmark. This UNESCO Site is the biggest Gothic church in Northern Europe and its distinctive twin spires crown the world’s largest church facade. Its glorious cycle of 14th-century stained glass windows is the largest intact set in Europe. MEDIEVAL TOLLBOOTHS. Castles along the Rhine River Valley were originally constructed as fortified residences to protect land from marauders—but castle owners also utilized their advantageous positions to impose tolls on passing merchants. This may explain why there are so many castles on the Rhine between Mainz and Bonn. Amsterdam, this 8-day journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture. DAY DESTINATION 1 Basel, Switzerland 2 The Black Forest, Germany 3 Strasbourg, France 4 Speyer, Germany Rüdesheim, Germany 5 Cruise the Rhine River Koblenz, Germany 6 Cologne, Germany 7 Kinderdijk, The Netherlands 8 Amsterdam, The Netherlands ALL THIS IS INCLUDED: • 8-day cruise with river-view stateroom • One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call • All onboard meals including regional specialties • Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner • Visit 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites • Culture Curriculum®: Destination Performances & concerts; attend lectures on Germany’s current affairs & Rhine River cruising; observe a traditional glassblower; learn how to make Alsatian flammkuchen • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary) • Port taxes & fees For a full list of included features and amenities, visit our website. ANNIVERSARY SALE: TAKE 0 OFF PER PERSON 2020 CRUISE FARES VIKING LONGSHIPS CATEGORY MAR & APR MAY-SEP OCT-DEC BROCHURE FROM SPECIAL FROM BROCHURE FROM SPECIAL FROM BROCHURE FROM SPECIAL FROM Standard (F) ,199 ,699 ,299 ,799 ,499 ,099 Standard (E) ,299 ,799 ,399 ,899 ,599 ,199 French Balcony (D) ,699 ,199 ,999 ,399 ,099 ,499 French Balcony (C) ,799 ,299 ,199 ,599 ,199 ,599 Veranda (B) ,799 ,299 ,399 ,799 ,299 ,699 Veranda (A) ,899 ,399 ,599 ,999 ,399 ,799 Veranda Suite (AA) ,499 ,999 ,199 ,699 ,499 ,899 Explorer Suite (ES) ,999 ,999 ,199 ,199 ,099 ,099 Prices shown reflect lowest fare by months listed; see website for all dates and prices. Prices are per person. Port charges are included in your cruise fare. Some departures are in the reverse direction; see website for details. Ask about our cancel-for-any-reason travel protection plan—see page 81 for details. Basel Lucerne EXPLORE MORE PRE & POST PACKAGES Lake Como Churchill’s Britain NEW Amsterdam See website for details. SAMPLE OPTIONAL TOURS: • Brühl UNESCO Palaces Peer into the life of royalty at Augustusburg Castle, an estate built for the prince-archbishops of Cologne • Alsatian Wine Tasting Learn about Alsatian wines when you stop at a winery for a cellar tour & tasting For details on all of our optional tours, visit our website. 2020 ROUNDTRIP INTERNATIONAL AIR FARES GATEWAYS Atlanta, Boston, Miami, New York, Orlando, Philadelphia, Washington D.C. Additional gateways available; call for details. BROCHURE FROM SPECIAL FROM ,299 9 For Explorer and Veranda Suite guests, Business Class flights for just ,999 per person. Prices listed are for Mar, Nov & Dec departures; pricing for other dates and gateways may vary. International air prices are per person, and include transfers (on original ship/hotel date) plus all government taxes and fees. Air seats are limited, airfares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until full payment of air is received. For cruise and air pricing notes and offer restrictions, see page 81. Save an additional 3.3% — just pay via electronic check. Ask for details. 20 vikingrivercruises.com Call a Viking Expert at 1-877-668-4546 or see your Travel Agent 21