DECEMBER 9-16, 2020

CRUISING THE DANUBE ON THE AMADEUS QUEEN

Christmas Markets Cruise

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Roundtrip transfers from Bedford to the Indianapolis International Airport

• Roundtrip commercial air from Indianapolis to Vienna, Austria and from Frankfurt, Germany

• 6 nights shipboard accommodations on the Amadeus Queen

• All meals on ship

• Prepaid staff and crew gratuities

• Sightseeing and admissions per itinerary

• Transfer from airport to ship in Vienna

• Transfer from port of Nuremberg to Frankfurt airport

• Taxes, and port charges

B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner

ItineraryWEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9 Transfer from Bedford to Indianapolis International Airport to board your flights to Vienna, Austria.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 10 Arrive to Vienna where your cruise begins. Transfer to the MS Amadeus Queen and spend some time getting acquainted with your surroundings on this luxurious floating hotel. Later this afternoon, join the cruise director for a Welcome Cocktail in the Panorama Bar, followed by a Welcome Dinner. Your ship remains in Vienna overnight. (Meals: Dinner)

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11 Enjoy exploring Vienna today on a morning city tour passing the most beautiful sights of this Austrian capital city. A panoramic drive is followed by a guided walk through the city center where you will get to know Vienna at its fullest. Begin at the well-known Hofburg Imperial Palace, walk along the Kohl market and finish at Vienna’s iconic St. Stephen’s Cathedral. This afternoon, tour the magnificent Schonbrunn Palace and the splendor of its Christmas market. The forecourt in front turns into one of the most elegant markets, with wares of exceptional quality. This evening, enjoy the “Sound of Vienna” concert, which will present a kaleidoscope of Viennese classical music. (B,L,D)

At this most wondrous time of year, immerse yourself in age-old traditions as you enter into a real Christmas fairytale! Visit the best Christmas Markets along the Danube in Austria and Germany, and discover the delights of the season. Each market has rows upon rows of wooden stalls, all with unique and charming gifts — everything from handmade dolls and figurines to delicious seasonal treats. Each town specializes in its own local delicacies and traditional products. The streets are full of the teasing aromas of delicious mulled wine, baked apples, streudels and pastries, hot chestnuts, grilled sausages and other tasty treats. Unpack once and embark onboard the elegant Amadeus Queen, enjoying all the perks of a relaxed cruise environment. Sip fine wines, taste local flavors and revel in the superior service. Imagine yourself cruising on the legendary Danube, exploring the winegrowing region of Wachau, visiting picturesque villages and lavishly adorned cities. You’ll be enchanted by the fun and festive holiday atmosphere of a European holiday tradition that dates back hundreds of years.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12 This morning, the ship reaches the UNESCO World Heritage region of Wachau and docks in Emmersdorf, your gateway to Melk and Durnstein. The excursion starts with a visit to Melk Abbey, which is an Austrian Benedictine abbey and one of the world’s most famous monastic sites, built between 1702 and 1736. The abbey’s church and the impressive library with countless medieval manuscripts and frescos are particularly noteworthy. Continue by coach to Durnstein, one of the best-known wine villages in the Wachau, and where you’ll participate in a mulled wine tasting. The rest of the day will be spent on board with stunning views of the passing winter landscapes as the ship proceeds into Germany. (B,L,D)

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13 Arrive in Passau, Germany, also known as the “City of Three Rivers”, situated at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers. In the heart of the Old Town lies its most known site – St. Stephen’s Cathedral, often known as a baroque cathedral with a gothic soul. The impressive pipe organ helps make St. Stephen’s a true highlight. In the morning, enjoy the romantic old town with its historic buildings during the course of a guided walk. Then the afternoon is yours to explore the traditional Passau Christmas market. Early this evening, the ship will depart this lovely city and head towards Regensburg. (B,L,D)

MONDAY, DECEMBER 14 Spend a full day in magical and festively adorned, Regensburg, where time seems to stand still. Following a morning guided sightseeing walk and lunch on board, explore on your own or purchase the optional excursion to the Christmas market in the royal Thurn and Taxis Castle*. Revel in the festive pre-Christmas atmosphere filled with the aroma of lebkuchen (gingerbread) and roasted almonds, and stalls filled with local handicrafts. This evening, join the ship’s captain at an elegant Gala Dinner onboard. (B,L,D)

*This excursion can only be booked on board.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15 Arrive in the Bavarian town of Roth, where the city tour of Nuremberg begins. The historic town of Nuremberg, once a free imperial city, is the second largest city in Bavaria and the capital of Franconia. During the reconstruction work following the devastation of the Second World War, the style of the old town was maintained. The tour will take you to the most significant monuments and sights in picturesque Nuremberg. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the romantic Christmas market and taste the world-famous Nuremberg lebkuchen (gingerbread) before returning to the ship, waiting in the Nuremberg harbor where it will remain overnight. (B,L,D)

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16 Disembark the ship in Nuremburg after breakfast and transfer to Frankfurt for your flights home. (B)

For reservations and more information: (317) 581-1122 | (800) 225-9919

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ARBITRATION Any dispute concerning this contract, the brochure or any other advertising material concerning the trip or the trip itself must be resolved exclusively by binding arbitration in Indianapolis, Indiana pursuant to the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association then existent. In any such arbitration, substantive (but not procedural) Indiana law will apply to all issues.

PACKAGE PRICE

Category Stateroom Type & Deck DOUBLE Rate (per person) SINGLE rate Category

Suite Walk out BalconyMozart

$5,249 $7,979 Suite

A1 Panoramic Dropdown Window Mozart

$4,749 $6,059 A1

B1 Panoramic Dropdown Window Strauss

$4,499 $5,479 B1

B4 Panoramic Dropdown Window Strauss Aft (rear of ship)

$4,349 $4,879 B4

C1 Fixed Upper WindowHaydn

$3,999 $4,499 C1

Documents Required: Valid Passport

Payment Terms: $400 per person is due at time of booking

Final Payment: August 3, 2020

Cancellation Fee Per Person: Booking – June 1, 2020: No penalty June 2, 2020-August 2, 2020: $400 August 3, 2020 to departure: No refunds Optional Trip Insurance through Travel Insured. To purchase, call your Ambassadair Travel Counselor.

THE SHIP The Amadeus Queen. This luxury ship includes generous public areas but also spacious staterooms.

A new on-board highlight is the indoor pool • Services of an experienced, multilingual Cruise Director • Gourmet dining with all meals included (buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner and midnight snack) in the elegant Panorama Restaurant, which accommodates all guests in one sitting • Free-flowing quality red & white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, draft beer and soft drinks as well as coffee and tea with every lunch and dinner on board • 24-hour complimentary coffee and tea station • Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner • Complimentary WIFI onboard • Complimentary bottled water in cabins • Special onboard entertainment including lectures, cooking demonstration, onboard music performances and nightly music by the AMADEUS Duo in the Panorama-Bar • Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets for all excursions • Complimentary use of onboard bicycles • Non-smoking environment (smoking permitted on the Sun Deck)

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