Theme Cruises Along Europe’s Waterways: Life-Enriching Tours Across Cultures & Cuisines

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Theme Cruises Along Europes Waterways
Life-Enriching Tours Across Cultures Cuisines
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Theme Cruises Along Europes Waterways

• Art and wine lovers, beer connoisseurs, devotees
  of jazz, and seekers of Jewish heritage can all
  choose from multiple themed tour packages.
• There are many layers to the rich history and
  civilization of life along the great rivers of
  Europe. It is easy to travel through and only see
  the surface, but why not go a little deeper and
  celebrate life along the way?
• AmaWaterways has devised a complete menu of
  themed tours on historic river routes, to indulge
  your favorite pastimes as you fulfill your
  European dreams, all while enjoying a more
  satisfying experience of area cultures and
  history.
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Tulips Beer A Cruise through the Netherlands
Belgium

• The newest theme cruise from AmaWaterways is a
  unique way to experience Holland and Belgium. Let
  your inner bon vivant sample a selected mix of
  Dutch and Belgian beers with the varied tastes of
  local cuisines.
• Start with a beer pairing dinner, then tour
  historic breweriesincluding one in a Dutch
  windmill. Shipboard tastings with discussions are
  hosted by author and beer connoisseur Don
  Russell.
• Visit historic World War II sites, then on to
  Belgium for the home and studio of Peter Paul
  Rubens. Tours and tastings include Gruut Brewery
  in Ghent, or an excursion to Bruges, a perfectly
  preserved medieval city and UNESCO World Heritage
  Site.
• Back in The Netherlands, see Hollands largest
  collection of 18th century windmills. End in
  Amsterdam among breathtaking tulip carpets at
  Keukenhof Gardens and Zaanse Schans, an old Dutch
  village featuring working windmills.
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Paris Normandy - A Unique Art Appreciation and
Painting Experience

• An art immersion cruise takes you to Paris and
  Normandy in Northern France. Paint your own
  masterpieces with an expert instructor, taking
  inspiration from the timeless landscapes seen in
  the works of Monet, Gaugin, and Renoir.
• Cruise along the Seine River to Giverny, where
  youll wander in the footsteps of Claude Monet,
  through his home and gardens.
• Throughout Normandy choose from fascinating tour
  options, like the historic beaches of World War
  II, or visit Norman villages along the Routes du
  Cidre (the Cider Road), for tastes of local
  cider and Calvados.
• Take in historic homes of historys greats, like
  Napoleon Bonaparte or Van Gogh. Concluding in
  Paris, guests can choose to extend this art
  immersion with a full day touring the city and
  indulging in the largest collection of
  Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works in the
  world, housed in the Musée dOrsay.

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The Romantic Danube - Jewish Heritage

• Follow the romantic history of the arts along the
  Danube River, and relive the inspiration of its
  poets, musicians, and artists. Explore the deep
  roots and moving heritage of Jewish history in
  ancient cities of Eastern Europe.
• Prague, with its medieval Old Town and rich
  musical tradition, is also home to an expansive
  Jewish Quarter. The massive Prague Castle, known
  as Europes largest ancient castle, dates to the
  9th century.
• Each day offers walking tours with local guides,
  as you peacefully cruise from one beautiful city
  to the next, finishing in Budapest. The twin
  cities of Buda and Pest are rich with Jewish
  history, from the Old Jewish Cemetery to the Tree
  of Life.
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The Enchanting Rhine - Jewish Heritage

• Cruise the enchanting Rhine River through the
  heart of Europe. From Amsterdam to Basel, explore
  the timeless beauty of old European cities, and
  immerse yourself in their rich Jewish history.
  Travel through Cologne, Germany, for one of many
  optional Jewish Heritage tours.
• Follow the Rhine into the Alsace of France, to
  see Strasbourgs parks and the European
  Parliament and the Riesling wine region. The
  Jewish Heritage tour visits historic Colmar, or
  take time to sample the wine in lovely Riquewihr.
  Bask in the beauty of Swiss mountain peaks and
  towns as you shop for prized Swiss watches,
  chocolates, and more. In prosperous Zurich,
  marvel at modern and ancient historical sites
  side-by-side.

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Paris Normandy Wine-Themed Tour

• Paris, the City of Light, invites you to launch
  your European idyll on the banks of the Seine
  River as you prepare to taste the great wines of
  France. A rotating schedule of renowned experts
  from top wineries offers lectures and discussion.
  
• Follow the Seine through picturesque towns that
  inspired galleries full of impressionist works.
  Tour a Baroque chateau and enjoy Norman apple
  cider with delicious samplings of cheese. Explore
  Giverny, where Monet lived and Honfleur, where he
  painted some of his best-loved works. In nearby
  16th century Fécamp Monastery, taste the unique
  herbal liqueur, Bénédictine.
• The Taste of Normandy excursion includes sampling
  the distinctive local brandy, Calvados. Its on
  to Rouen and the monumental Notre Dame Cathedral.
  Conclude in Paris, home to the most iconic sites
  of Europe, for a farewell Champagne tasting.

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The Enchanting Rhine In Celebration of Life

• Cruise the enchanting Rhine River from Amsterdam
  to Basel, learn to celebrate life in the European
  way, with the finest food, wine, and art,
  surrounded by timeless beauty. Travel through
  Cologne, Germany, sampling local coffees and
  delicacies, then sail on through the stunning
  Rhine Gorge, for a wine tasting with a local
  vintner.
• After visits to 16th century German towns, we
  continue to Basel, Switzerland to explore life
  today in a medieval town. Next is Lucerne, with
  preserved cobblestone streets and modern shops
  for selecting Swiss watches and chocolates. 

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Melodies of the Danube In Celebration of Life

• Cruise the beautiful blue Danube River in
  celebration of its musical heritage and way of
  life. After a thorough tour of Budapest, we move
  on from Hungary to Slovakia.
• In Vienna, the music capital of the world, a
  memorable Viennese Wine and Music evening
  celebrated with a glass of newly pressed local
  wine. See Viennas glorious monuments, shop its
  elegant boutiques or indulge in its unmatched
  pastries.
• Further along, explore the Austrian Lake
  District, or visit Mozarts birthplace, Salzburg.
  Celebrate the ancient tradition of Oktoberfest in
  Munich, before traveling on to the famous
  Neuschwanstein Castle, which was the inspiration
  for Walt Disneys Sleeping Beauty Castle. End
  with a three-night stay in Munich or Prague.

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Contact Us

• AmaWaterways is an award-winning river cruise
  operator, providing all-inclusive excursions that
  open cultural doors along the great waterways of
  Europe, Asia and Africa. Their rapidly growing
  fleet of custom-designed ships leads travelers to
  life-changing, restorative experiences that
  always exceed expectations.
• For more information, please visit
  www.amawaterways.com.