Heart of Germany
Overview
Highlights
- Explore the cobblestone streets of Rothenburg
- Opportunity to see red sandstone ruins of Heidelberg Castle
- Visit fascinating Bamberg town which is know as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Discover Nuremberg
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Trip includes
- 7-day cruise with river-view stateroom
- 6 guided tours with audio headset
- Most meals: 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 6 dinners, featuring regional specialties and including Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner
- Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with onboard dinner and lunch
- Visit 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Culture Curriculum: Enjoy a classical music perfomance; attend lectures on the European Union & the Main River; get to know a local glassblower and his craft
- All port charges
- Free Wi-Fi, connection speed may vary
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Explorer Suite (Es) Features Suite size: 445 sq. ft. Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration) Private wraparound veranda off the spacious living room offers 270-degree views Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, known as a French balcony, in the bedroom Large bathroom with shower, heated mirror & floor, premium bath products Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily Bathrobe and slippers available upon request Individual climate control Space under bed for storing suitcases Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom Two Sony 40-inch flat-panel TVs with premium entertainment package including: BBC News, CNBC, CNN, National Geographic, TNT Series, Sky Sports, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge” View the Explorer Suite in our 360° Longship Tour
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Cancellation received | Following charges will apply: (Broken out by days before departure) 121 days or more is $100 per person | 120-90 days is 15% of full fare | 89-60 days is 35% of full fare | 59-30 days is 50% of full fare | 29-0 days is 100% of full fare.
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