European River Cruising. Danube Rhine Main Rhône Saône

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1 European River Cruising Danube Rhine Main Rhône Saône

2 Welcome back to the Bellejour and Bellefleur 2016 will be our second year of chartering the Bellefleur and the Bellejour from Cruise & Maritime Voyages. We have been delighted with the reports from our passengers in 2015 who have enjoyed our bespoke itineraries and exceptional inclusions. In 2016 we will repeat our seven day itinerary on the Rhône, round trip from Lyon, combining the majesty at Avignon and Dijon, the vineyards of Beaujolais, the artists centre at Arles and the culinary exploration en route, particularly in Lyon. This year s departure will be on 1 st July, We will charter the Bellejour this year for 24 nights. This will be for three cruises that can be combined into an extended holiday or taken as a shorter break. The first of these, on 11 th June, 2016 will be a wonderful 10 night itinerary, round trip from Budapest to the treasures of Eastern Europe all the way to the Black Sea. Highlights will include Belgrade, Bucharest, Costanţa on the Black Sea, the Danube Delta, the ancient towns of Ruse and Novi Sad, a visit to the Puszta - great grasslands of Southern Hungary - and a cruise through the Djerdap Gorge, a highlight of any visit to Serbia. Bellejour continues on 21 st June for a 7 night cruise along the Danube and through the Main Danube Canal from Budapest to Nuremberg. Full of highlights this cruise includes an overnight in Budapest, the Slovakian Capital of Bratislava, Vienna, the incredible Abbey at Melk and the beautiful towns of Regensburg and Passau. Finally on 28 th June, Bellejour continues along the Rhine from Nuremberg to Amsterdam. The beauty of the Rhine as you pass great castles, magical towns and the famous Lorelei is complemented by visits to the historic centres of Bamberg, Würzburg and Wertheim, the great cities of Cologne and Utrecht and the World Heritage Site at Kinderdijk. This wonderful odyssey aboard Bellejour can be taken as a seven or ten night holiday, extended to a 14 or 17 night voyage or even to a transcontinental 24 night cruise from the Black Sea to the North Sea. When we chartered Bellejour and Bellefleur in 2015, we found exceptional ships with great facilities and a reputation for service. Then we added wine with lunch and dinner, a full bar service and sightseeing tours in each major city, offering a complete holiday with little else to pay for enroute. We even included the gratuities to dining room and cabin staff. Because of the great itineraries and exceptional inclusions and prices, the popular cabin types went very quickly for our 2015 sailings. We expect the same to be true in So book soon to ensure the cabin of your choice and we look forward to seeing you aboard. With warmest best wishes, The Cruiseco Management Team 2

3 Look at these amazing inclusions: Travel aboard an elegant river boat along the Rhine, Danube or Rhône Well equipped cabins with private bathrooms, air conditioning, and river views through picture windows or French balconies. All cabins are serviced daily Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner daily Captain s Gala Dinner and Captain s Welcome reception Soft drinks, sparkling water, beer, wine, house spirits, long drinks and cocktails included throughout (some top shelf brands excluded) Free WIFI Sightseeing tours in all major stops including the services of an English speaking guide and transport as required. Look at these amazing features: ON THE ROMANTIC RHINE AND THE MIGHTY DANUBE Visit to the Serbian Capital of Belgrade Visit to Bucharest, Capital of Romania Explore the Danube Delta Visit Constanţa on the Black Sea Tour the historic cities of Ruse and Novi Sad Explore the Puszta the great grasslands of Southern Hungary Sail through Serbia s amazing Djerdap Gorge Wonder at the Hungarian capital Budapest a great, historic city split by the Danube Stroll the streets of Bratislava capital of Slokavia Tour and stroll in Vienna beautiful, romantic centre of music and Sacher Torte Enjoy the history of Passau and Regensburg such beautiful river towns Be overwhelmed at the Abbey in Melk one of the great religious edifices in Europe Spend time in Nuremberg great historic city as well as site of modern events Walk through the Residence at Würzburg and taste wine in the towns of Bamberg, Deppisch and at the monastery of Eberbach Travel through the most beautiful area of the Rhine with castles and villages down to the river bank Have time to stroll the city of Koblenz Explore the historic centre of Cologne with its mighty Cathedral Have free time in the Dutch windmill town of Kinderdijk and the regional capital at Utrecht THROUGH VINEYARDS AND THE HISTORIC CITIES OF THE RHÔNE Visit the vast monastery at Cluny Explore the Ducal Palace and old city of Dijon Enjoy the centre of gastronomy and silk making at Lyon View the Roman aqueduct at Pont du Gard and the nearby Roman village of Uzès Wonder at historic Avignon with the former Papal Palace and, of course, the famous Bridge Stroll through the ancient city of Arles with the Roman Amphitheatre and the medieval centre where Van Gogh lived and painted Spend time in the Ardèche and the Madeleine Caves with their deep gorges and unique wildlife 3

4 Life on board The Bellejour and Bellefleur are premium river cruise ships with inviting wellness areas. They offer particularly impressive river panoramas for your enjoyment. However, the light-filled cabins and covered walkways are not the only benefits these ships have to offer. With your culinary delights you have a free view of the passing scenery. And if you fancy a good book, feel free to find one in the onboard library. These delightful river cruise ships play their trump cards everywhere, with a beautiful wellness area, the culinary delicacies in its restaurants or on the extensive sun deck: harmony for all the senses. RESTAURANT PANORAMA-LOUNGE WITH BAR WELLNESS AND FITNESS COSY READING LOUNGE ELEGANT LOBBY SPACIOUS SUN DECK 4

5 Cabins All cabins have river views, are air-conditioned and comprise ensuite facilities, including a shower, washbasin and toilet. They also have wardrobe storage, a desk, satellite TV, radio/music channels, a telephone, hair dryer and a safe. Bellejour Bellefleur CATEGORY 1 AND 2: PORTHOLE WINDOW (Moselle Deck) Approx. size 16m 2 Located on the lower Moselle Deck, these cabins are equipped with a double bed (can be separated) and a port hole. CATEGORY 4 AND 5: FRENCH BALCONY (Rhine Deck) Approx. size 16m 2 These cabins are situated on the middle Rhine Deck featuring French balconies. Double beds can be separated. CATEGORY 7 AND 8: FRENCH BALCONY (Danube Deck) Approx. size 16m 2 All of these cabins can be found on the upper Danube Deck with double beds that can be separated. Enjoy panoramic views through windows with French balconies. CATEGORY 1 AND 2: LARGE PORTHOLE WINDOW (Seine Deck) Approx. size 11m 2 Located on the lower Seine Deck, these cabins are equipped with a sofa bed, Pullman bed and a large porthole window. CATEGORY 3 AND 4: STANDARD PICTURE WINDOW CATEGORY 6 AND 7: DELUXE OPENING PANORAMIC WINDOW (Saône Deck) Approx. size 14m 2 Cabins in category 3 and 4 are located on the lower section of Saône Deck with windows that do not open. Cabins in category 6 and 7 are situated on the middle Saône Deck, are furnished with a seperable double bed and opening panoramic window. CATEGORY 9 AND 10: DELUXE OPENING PANORAMIC WINDOW (Rhône Deck) Approx. size 14m 2 These cabins situated on the upper Rhône Deck are furnished with a separable double bed and opening panoramic window. PORTHOLE WINDOW DELUXE OPENING PANORAMIC WINDOW FRENCH BALCONY DELUXE OPENING PANORAMIC WINDOW 5

6 Belgrade Black Sea to the North Sea AMSTERDAM Utrecht Kinderdijk Cologne Koblenz Wertheim Bamberg Rüdesheim Miltenberg Würzburg NUREMBERG Regensburg Passau Melk Vienna Mohács Dürnstein Bratislava BUDAPEST Kalocsa Novi Sad Cernavodă Belgrade Giurgiu Ruse Oltenița Part 1 - A Voyage to the Black Sea 10 nights BUDAPEST TO BUDAPEST Part 2 - The Great Cities of the Danube 7 nights BUDAPEST TO NUREMBERG Part 3 - The Beautiful and Romantic Rhine 7 nights NUREMBERG TO AMSTERDAM The rivers that connect the Black Sea and North Sea are the focus of this marvellous river cruise along the magnificent Danube, Main and Rhine rivers. Whether you wish to cruise the full voyage or only a part of it, the choice is yours. For guests who wish to travel a part of the full voyage, we have divided the cruise into three sector cruises. Join for one, two or all three parts, and discover the heart of Europe aboard Bellejour. The river ship is a beautiful, relaxing vessel offering elegance and modern comfort with a friendly ambience that will have you relaxed as soon as you step aboard. This superb river voyage will take you along the grand waterways of Europe, winding along natural wonders and iconic architectural masterpieces, linking countries and cultures, revealing timeless stories right from their banks. Enjoy included guided sightseeing in each city, taking in the scenery and learning about the history of the ports you visit. Enjoy an evening tour in Serbia s capital Belgrade and visit its Fortress. Romania s lively capital Bucharest invites with historic palaces and churches, while in Constanţa, an ancient metropolis and Romania s largest sea port, you can explore its archaeological treasures and flair of the old town centre. Spend two days in Budapest, Hungary s capital, and walk over Chain Bridge, which connects hilly Buda district from flat Pest. Slovakia s capital Bratislava is rich in history and culture, so is Austria s capital Vienna where you can enjoy a Wiener Melange in one of its famous coffee houses, while relaxing from a day of spectacular sightseeing. Discover the Bavarian historic city of Nuremberg with a visit to its Old Town and castle, followed by a visit of Cologne, located on both sides of the Rhine river, famous for its picturesque cathedral. A charming and romantic tradition for couples is to fix love locks (padlocks) to the railings on the Hohenzollern Bridge. Maybe you get yours ready? Your voyage concludes with a cruise through Amsterdam s famous canals a memorable end to this magnificent holiday! 6

7 Novi Sad Budapest Ruse Bucharest Part 1 - A Voyage to the Black Sea 10 nights BUDAPEST TO BUDAPEST June 2016 Sat 11 June - BUDAPEST This afternoon you will embark the beautiful Bellejour in Budapest. This evening as you enjoy your first cocktail and meet your cruise staff, Bellejour slips away from the pier heading down the Danube towards the Black Sea. Sun 12 June - CRUISING THE DANUBE. TOURING BELGRADE This morning you will be aboard cruising the Danube, getting used to this amazing thoroughfare that takes traffic from the Black Sea, into the Main- Danube Canal and on to the Rhine and the North Sea. After lunch you will disembark at Novi Sad for your afternoon and evening tour to the Serbian Capital, Belgrade. Belgrade is a hidden treasure, full of wonderful Orthodox Churches, the stark buildings of the communist era alongside medieval buildings and the city s dominant Kalemegdan Fortress. After time to wander the city we invite you to a typical Balkan dinner and folkloric show in the city before returning to Bellejour for a nightcap and overnight. Mon 13 June - CRUISING THE DANUBE THROUGH THE WONDERFUL DJERDAP GORGE The Djerdap Gorge (also known as the Iron Gates) is a 134km stretch of the Danube from Serbia into Romania and separating the Carpathian Mountains from the Balkan Mountains. This is all a wonderfully scenic area, although the highlight is the Great Kazan where the river narrows to 150m and the cliffs rise to nearly 60m above the water. Tue 14 June - MORNING CRUISING. AFTERNOON TOUR TO BUCHAREST After a leisurely morning cruising you arrive in Giurgiu after an early lunch. Here you disembark for your tour to the Romanian Capital of Bucharest. Home to 2 million people the city was modelled on Paris full of boulevards, parks, lakes and magnificent old buildings. You will visit the Church of the Patriarch seat of Romania s orthodox leader, the half finished palace of former leader Ceausescu ostentatious evidence of former indulgence and the Palace of Parliament. We rejoin Bellejour down river at Ostentiţa in time for dinner. Wed 15 June - VISIT THE DANUBE DELTA This morning again relaxing enjoying the river. After lunch a wonderful tour as you explore the Danube Delta where the Danube flows into the Black Sea. A World Heritage Site since 1991 it is home to more than 4000 species of animal and 1000 types of plant. Your excursion takes you on small boats into the nature reserve, where you can witness the lives of the fishermen and, with luck, see pelicans, great white herons, ibises and ospreys. Thu 16 June - TOUR THE BLACK SEA RESORTS This afternoon you reach the river port of Cernavodă where you join your tour to Constanţa, one of the oldest and largest cities in Romania. Historic buildings, the great seaport and cafés against the backdrop of the Black Sea are the features of Constanţa. You will visit the archaeological museum, view the Art Nouveau Casino before heading to the district of Mamaia, the most beautiful resort on the Romanian Black Sea. Here you will have time to stroll in the town or along the beach before heading back to Bellejour in time for dinner. Fri 17 June - MORNING TOUR OF RUSE. AFTERNOON CRUISING THE DANUBE Ruse is a Roman City, once an important port berthing up to 60 Roman ships and the gateway from Bulgaria to the rest of Europe. You will see the Concert House, the Pantheon and the house of Elias Canetti the great Nobel Literature Laureate, who later lived in Germany and England. You will also visit the Trinity Church and enjoy a short piano recital. This afternoon will be relaxing on board as you cruise upstream on the Danube. Sat 18 June - A DAY CRUISING A quieter day (after your hectic schedule for the last few days) as you spend all day cruising along the Danube. On both sides there will be small farming communities, historic towns and wide open spaces. Sun 19 June - NOVI SAD An afternoon tour takes you to Novi Sad, where Europe meets the Balkans. Novi Sad was once a major fortress and you ll continue to the Petrovaradin castle one of the most imposing in Europe. The tower here gives one of the best sweeping views of the river. From here continue to Sremski Karlovki once the spiritual and political centre of Serbia and where the treaty between the Turks and the Holy League was signed in Mon 20 June - A DAY IN THE PUSZTA. FAREWELL DINNER Your final day aboard Bellejour (unless you are continuing on with us) is a lot of fun as you head to the Puszta, the great Hungarian grasslands. Here you will visit a traditional Hungarian farm where you will be welcomed with Apricot Brandy, before a horse and cart ride around the farm. After a show of horsemanship and races enjoy some Hungarian wine and snacks. A Captain s Farewell Gala dinner will be held on board tonight to celebrate your wonderful 10 days aboard Bellejour. Tue 21 June - BUDAPEST Arrive this morning in Budapest. If you are continuing your journey on Bellejour, today will be free (see following pages for your continuing itinerary). If you are leaving today disembarkation will be after breakfast. 7

8 Vienna Passau Nuremberg Part 2 - The Great Cities of the Danube 7 nights BUDAPEST TO NUREMBERG June 2016 Tue 21 June - BUDAPEST If you are continuing from our Black Sea cruise then today will be at leisure for you to explore one of Europe s great cities. If you are joining Bellejour today, embarkation will commence at 3pm. This evening there will be an opportunity for joining passengers to meet continuing passengers as well as your cruise staff before dinner. Bellejour remains overnight in Budapest. Wed 22 June - BUDAPEST Along with Vienna, the pomp of the Austro-Hungarian Empire is best preserved in Budapest. Your tour starts in Pest on the left bank of the Danube where you will see Heroes Square, the Hungarian State Opera, St. Stephen s Basilica and the awe-inspiring Parliament building along the banks of the River. Crossing to Buda you climb to the historic castle area full of architectural treasures. Here you will visit Matthias Church ( The Coronation Church of the Lady ) as well as the neo Romanesque Fisherman s Bastion affording the best views of the city. This afternoon is free for independent sightseeing (and great shopping). Tonight after dinner you sail from Budapest. Thu 23 June - BRATISLAVA Early this afternoon you arrive in Bratislava, the Capital of Slovakia. Your included tour takes you by mini-train to the 10th century castle, 83 metres above the city, with its four distinctive towers and wonderful view of the city and the river beyond. From here you return to the city itself for a guided stroll through the medieval alleyways, with their townhouses from the Renaissance period. In the Town Square you will see the Baroque Palaces that are such a feature of the city before walking back to the Bellejour. Late evening departure from Bratislava. Fri 24 June - ALL DAY IN VIENNA One of the highlights of your cruise brings Bellejour to the Austrian Capital of Vienna this morning. Your morning tour includes all the highlights. These include the mighty palaces along the Ringstrasse, the Wiener Riesenrad Ferris Wheel, St. Charles Church and the home of the Vienna Philharmonic. From here you will stroll through the alleys and courtyards of the old city, where you can visit St. Stephens Cathedral, relax in a coffee house or time for some shopping before returning to Bellejour in time for lunch. This afternoon will be free. You do not depart from Vienna until midnight so there is also a chance to explore ashore after dinner. An optional tour this afternoon (additional cost) includes the enormous Schönbrunn Palace, home of the Habsburg Emperors and with more than 1400 rooms. Sat 25 June - MORNING IN DÜRNSTEIN. AFTERNOON IN MELK. After an early breakfast you will enjoy a walking tour of the lovely Austrian Town of Dürnstein. This medieval town dates back to the 12th Century and England s King Richard the Lionheart was once imprisoned in the city. Stroll the vineyards that overlook the town and the charming centre, before returning to Bellejour for lunch. During lunch Bellejour continues to Melk. Your afternoon tour includes a visit to the immense abbey the largest Baroque site in Austria. Dating from the 18th Century, the Abbey is 240 meters long, the dome 64 metres high and your visit will include the Imperial wing and the world famous library with over 80,000 volumes. Sun 26 June - AFTERNOON VISIT TO PASSAU This morning Bellejour passes from Austria into Germany before you arrive in the Bavarian Town of Passau. Your walking tour this afternoon includes the highlights of this city that dates back to Roman times and was a major power during the Renaissance. Your tour visits St. Stephens cathedral and the old city. Passau is at the junction of three rivers and everywhere in the city looks down on the water. Mon 27 June - AFTERNOON IN REGENSBURG This morning is your last morning cruising on the Danube watching the activity on the banks of the river as well as the variety of river craft that pass. After lunch you arrive in the wonderful Bavarian town of Regensburg. Your walking tour includes all the highlights of perhaps Bavaria s most beautiful city. Visit the Town Hall, the Stone Bridge and the Cathedral as well as the small streets and alleys dating back over many centuries. This evening there will be a Captain s Farewell Gala Dinner celebrating the completion of this leg of Bellejour s cruise from the Black Sea to the North Sea. Tue 28 June - ARRIVE NUREMBERG This morning arrive in Nuremberg. If this is the completion of your cruise you will disembark after breakfast. If you are continuing with us to Amsterdam, we invite you on a morning tour of the city of Nuremberg. 8

9 Amsterdam Part 3 - The Beautiful and Romantic Rhine 7 nights NUREMBERG TO AMSTERDAM 28 June - 5 July 2016 Kinderdijk Würzburg Cologne Tue 28 June - NUREMBERG If you are continuing your cruise aboard Bellejour we invite you to enjoy a morning tour of the historic city of Nuremberg, including the castle and Albrecht Dürer s House. If you are joining Bellejour today, embarkation will commence at 3pm. Bellejour sails from Nuremberg early this evening whilst our new passengers are meeting the continuing passengers and the cruise staff over a cocktail. Wed 29 June - BAMBERG You are in Bamberg all day. The day starts with a tour of the city starting in the historic centre with the Town Hall and the Cathedral. Maybe the highlight of Bamberg is the little Venice area a former fishing settlement consisting of ornate rows of timbered houses dating back to the middle ages. The tour finishes back at Bellejour before lunch, but Bamberg is well worth heading back to in the afternoon on your own to explore this charming World Heritage Site at your own pace. Thu 30 June - WÜRZBURG Arrive in historic Würzburg after lunch in time for your tour to the Würzburg Residence, home of successive Prince-Bishops. From here stroll to the centre of the town where you will see the Marienkapelle (late gothic church), the market place and enjoy the stunning view from the Old Main Bridge over to the Marienberg Fortress. Before returning to Bellejour there is some free time for you to stroll around. Fri 1 July - WINE TASTING AT DEPPISCH. AFTERNOON CRUISING An early start today sees you heading for one of the famous vineyards along the Main River. Here a walk through the vineyards and an explanation of the winemaking process. Of course, a tasting is enjoyed before you rejoin Bellejour down river at Miltenberg. This afternoon will be relaxing aboard as you cruise the river. Today and tomorrow you cruise the most beautiful parts of the river where castles hang precariously to the hilltops and beautiful villages come down to the river s edge. Sun 3 July - COLOGNE One of the highlights of your tour is a visit to Cologne and Bellejour is here all day. In the morning a tour introduces you to the city. The tour strolls through the many highlights of the old city to the magnificent Cathedral. Here a history of the Cathedral will be given, after which you can explore inside on your own or walk back to Bellejour with your guide. This afternoon will be free for you to explore Cologne on your own until Bellejour sails early evening. Mon 4 July - KINDERDIJK AND UTRECHT. FAREWELL DINNER This morning Bellejour will berth in the World Heritage site of Kinderdijk, having passed into Holland during the night. Kinderdijk is the oldest collection of windmills remaining in Holland. These 19 mills are used to pump water from the low lying land into a reservoir to stop it flooding. There is no organised tour here but you are free to explore the area and the windmills. After a final afternoon cruising, Bellejour arrives in Utrecht late afternoon, where you can stroll through the town before the Captain s Farewell Gala dinner aboard. Utrecht was the most important city in the Netherlands until the middle ages and remains the centre of religion. Tue 5 July - ARRIVE AMSTERDAM. DISEMBARK This morning Bellejour arrives in Amsterdam. After breakfast - whether it be at the end of 7, 14 or 24 days aboard you must say Farewell as you disembark to continue with your travel arrangements. Sat 2 July - RÜDESHEIM. VISIT THE EBERBACH MONASTERY A 20 minute drive takes you through the beautiful Rheingau region famous both for its wine and the beautiful castles that cover the region. At Eberbach Monastery you discover the history of the Cistercian monks, dating back to the 12th century. The building is very important (the movie Name of the Rose was filmed here) and you will visit the highlights as well as see how the Cistercian monks made wine over the centuries. Of course, there is a tasting before you return to Bellejour. This evening Bellejour is berthed in Koblenz and, whilst there is no official tour, there is the opportunity to stroll ashore before or after dinner. 9

10 Pont du Gard France River Cruising Chalon sur Saône Mâcon LYON Tournus Vienne To experience the scenic Rhône River aboard the intimate Bellefleur is a holiday to savour. Enjoy stunning scenery as the French countryside glides gently past your window and delight in exploring small towns and villages. Limited to just 150 passengers Bellefleur will take you north from Lyon to Mâcon and Chalonsur-Saône, before heading south along the Rhône River to discover historic Avignon and the scenic gorges of Ardèche - unmissable. Bellefleur s restaurant and lounge bar boasts excellent river views, whilst the covered upper deck is a perfect place to sit and watch the ever changing 'vue de jour'. A partial sun shaded deck, small shop and library are also onboard for your enjoyment. Sit back and relax, the search for your perfect French experience is over. Le Pouzin Viviers Avignon Arles 10

11 Lyon Dijon Avignon Treasures of the Rhône 7 nights LYON TO LYON 1-8 July 2016 Fri 1 July - Embark BELLEFLEUR You will embark your beautiful river boat Bellefleur between 3pm and 4pm this afternoon. After getting settled there is time to meet your cruise staff and fellow passengers before dinner. Bellefleur sails during dinner. Sat 2 July - MÂCON. TOUR TO CLUNY MONASTERY This morning enjoy a tour to the small village of Cluny clinging to the hills in the western Rhône Valley. It is hard to believe that 1000 years ago, whilst St. Peters was being built, this was the clerical centre of Europe and the largest church in Europe. More than 10,000 monks lived in the cloisters. This afternoon is free, however there is an optional tour of the Mâconnais region including the medieval castle of Pierreclos and the prehistoric findings in the region (additional cost). Bellejour sails after dinner for Chalon-sur-Saône. Sun 3 July - CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE. EXCURSION TO DIJON A highlight this morning is your included tour to the Ducal Palace at Dijon. Dijon is both the historic and present day capital of Burgundy. Here you will wonder at the Ducal Palace with the coloured roof tiles, the glasses in the wine cellars and the opulence of the Palace. There will be time to introduce the rest of the city surely a feast for the senses before returning to Bellefleur in time for lunch. This afternoon will be free cruising the Rhône. An optional tour visits southern Burgundy and the Renaissance Cormatin Castle rejoining the Bellefleur downstream at Tournus (additional cost). Mon 4 July - LYON Lyon is one of the oldest cities in France and formerly the capital of Gaul and is now famous as a centre of gastronomy and silk production. Your tour this morning includes the centre of the city a World Heritage site. You will visit the Basilica of Notre-Dame, the Roman theatre and at the foot of the hill lies the three ancient quarters of Old Lyon, epitomising the city s magnificent history. On the way back to Bellefleur you will stop on Fourvière Hill for a magnificent view of the city and the junction of the Rhône and Saône rivers. This afternoon is free as you cruise down the river. An optional tour (additional cost) is available to the vineyards of Beaujolais leaving the ship before it sails from Lyon and rejoining Bellejour downstream in Vienne. This afternoon you will wonder as you visit the Pont du Gard, the largest surviving bridge from times of antiquity having been built in 1st century. You will get a number of vantage points for the best photos of the three story aqueduct before continuing to Uzès, an attractive little town dating back to Roman times. You will return to Bellefleur late afternoon. Wed 6 July - MORNING TOUR OF AVIGNON. AFTERNOON TOUR OF ARLES Perhaps the highlight of your entire cruise, your tour of the city of Avignon this morning is overwhelming. The city wall still surrounds the entire centre of the city where you will visit the Pope s Palace once the centre of Christian faith in Europe. You will walk across the famous Pont Saint-Bénézet, see the Romanesque Cathedral and stroll along the streets of the historic centre with the modern market hall and the stately Patrician houses. Once you return from your tour to Bellefleur the ship sails to the nearby city of Arles arriving mid afternoon. Your afternoon tour in Arles explores the Roman history of the city including the amphitheatre. You will also visit the Church of St. Trophime and the old centre of the city. As you walk around the city you will encounter sites of works by the artist Vincent van Gogh who stayed in the city in late 1888 and early From Arles you start your return journey upstream. Thu 7 July - EXCURSION TO THE ARDÈCHE. AFTERNOON CRUISING THE RHÔNE This morning your tour takes you to the Ardèche gorges. The Ardèche has eroded deep into the stone over millions of years leaving deep gorges and an unusual landscape. The climate here has a Mediterranean character with beavers and rare birds. Near the Madeleine caves you can wonder at the impressive views and the idyllic Mediterranean countryside. Rejoin Bellefleur at Le Pouzin. This afternoon will be the last time to relax and enjoy your wonderful cruise aboard the Bellefleur. This evening enjoy the Captain s Farewell Gala. Fri 8 July - ARRIVE LYON. DISEMBARK This morning Bellefleur arrives in Lyon. After breakfast you say Farewell to your river home and continue with your onward travel arrangements. Tue 5 July - MORNING CRUISING. AFTERNOON TOUR TO THE PONT DU GARD AND UZÈS Cruise this morning along the river with small towns and huge vineyards on either bank. At lunch time Bellefleur arrives in Avignon. 11

12 Pricing Black Sea to the North Sea - BELLEJOUR Cruise combination Cruise duration Departure date Cabin occupancy Cat. 1 Cat. 2 Cat. 4 Cat. 5 Cat. 7 Cat. 8 Part 1 10 nights 11 Jun 16 Twin share, pp 1,575 1,745 1,895 1,995 2,250 2,465 Single 2,905 3,230 3,570 3,795 4,240 4,680 Part 2 7 nights 21 Jun 16 Twin share, pp 1,095 1,195 1,325 1,395 1,565 1,945 Single 2,025 2,260 2,490 2,650 2,960 3,270 Part 3 7 nights 28 Jun 16 Twin share, pp 1,095 1,225 1,345 1,424 1,575 1,735 Single 2,040 2,275 2,510 2,665 2,975 3,285 Part 1 & 2 17 nights 11 Jun 16 Twin share, pp 2,615 2,880 3,155 3,320 3,735 4,310 Single 4,830 5,375 5,935 6,315 7,050 7,790 Part 2 & 3 14 nights 21 Jun 16 Twin share, pp 2,135 2,360 2,605 2,750 3,060 3,595 Single 3,965 4,420 4,875 5,180 5,785 6,390 Part 1, 2 & 3 24 nights 11 Jun 16 Twin share, pp 3,655 4,045 4,435 4,675 5,230 5,960 Single 6,770 7,535 8,320 8,845 9,875 10,910 Treasures of the Rhône - BELLEFLEUR Cruise duration Departure date Cabin occupancy Cat. 1 Cat. 2 Cat. 3 Cat. 4 Cat. 6 Cat. 7 Cat. 9 Cat nights 1 Jul 16 Twin share, pp 1,130 1,210 1,290 1,325 1,395 1,445 1,560 1,595 Single 1,910 2,065 2,220 2,300 2,455 2,530 2,765 2,840 Inclusions River cruise passage as per selected itinerary in the cabin category of your choice Well equipped cabins with private bathroom, air conditioning and river views through porthole, picture window or French balcony. All cabins are serviced daily Delicious full board cuisine Afternoon coffee and tea with pastries Soft drinks, sparkling water, beer, wine, house spirits, long drinks and cocktails included throughout your cruise (some top shelf brands excluded) Captain s Welcome reception and Captain s Farewell Gala dinner Selected sightseeing tours as specified in the itinerary, including the services of an English speaking guide and transport as required Excellent service standards from a friendly and attentive crew Free WIFI Port charges and gratuities 12

13 DANUBE DECK ms Bellejour DANUBE DECK Length: 126,7 m Width: 11,4 m Flag: Malta DANUBE DECK Danube Deck RHINE DECK RHINE DECK Rhine Deck RHINE DECK MOSELLE DECK Moselle Deck MOSELLE DECK KITCHEN RESTAURANT ATRIUM PANORAMA LOUNGE RECEPTION KITCHEN RESTAURANT ATRIUM PANORAMA LOUNGE KITCHEN RESTAURANT ATRIUM PANORAMA LOUNGE RECEPTION RECEPTION Passengers: max. 180 guests Cabins: 90 Riverview cabins Language on board: English Built: WELLNESS CENTRE WELLNESS CENTRE WELLNESS CENTRE MOSELLE DECK Porthole Window - Moselle Deck French Balcony - Rhine Deck Porthole Window - Moselle Deck 7 French Balcony - Danube Deck 4 French Balcony - Rhine Deck 8 French Balcony - Danube Deck ms Bellefleur Length: 114,3 m Width: 11,4 m Flag: Malta RHÔNE DECK Passengers: max. 150 guests RHÔNE DECK PROMENADE RECEPTION KITCHEN RESTAURANT LOBBY PROMENADE PANORAMA LOUNGE LOUNGE RECEPTION Rhône Deck RHÔNE DECK SAÔNE DECK KITCHEN RESTAURANT LOBBY LIBRARY PANORAMA LOUNGE PROMENADE LOUNGE RECEPTION PROMENADE KITCHEN RESTAURANT LOBBY LIBRARY PANORAMA LOUNGE LOUNGE PROMENADE Saône Deck SAÔNE DECK Cabins: 11 Riverview cabins 63 Deluxe-Riverview cabins Language on board: English Built: 2001 LIBRARY PROMENADE SAÔNE DECK SEINE DECK Seine Deck SEINE DECK SEINE DECK Large Porthole Window - Seine Deck Deluxe Opening Panoramic Window - Saône Deck Large Porthole Window - Seine Deck 7 Deluxe Opening Panoramic Window - Saône Deck 3 Standard Picture Window - Saône Deck 9 Deluxe Opening Panoramic Window - Rhône Deck 4 Standard Picture Window - Saône Deck 10 Deluxe Opening Panoramic Window - Rhône Deck 13

14 Terms and Conditions YOUR FINANCIAL PROTECTION We provide full financial protection for our package holidays. For flight-based holidays this is through our Air Travel Organisers License Number (10701). When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists the flight, accommodation, car hire and/or other services that are financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. We will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where we aren t able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL Holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable). When you buy a package holiday that doesn t include a flight, protection is provided by way of a bond by ABTA. We are a Member of ABTA, membership number (P6490/Y0170). We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you an arbitration scheme for the resolution of disputes arising out of this contract. The scheme is arranged by ABTA and administered independently. It is a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on you for costs. The upper limit on claims is 5,000 per person and 25,000 per booking form. The scheme doesn t apply to claims which are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or their consequences. It can however deal with claims which include an element of minor injury or illness subject to a limit of 1,500 on the amount the arbitrator can award per person in respect of this element. Your request for arbitration must be received by ABTA within eighteen months of the date of return from holiday. For injury and illness claims, you can request the ABTA Mediation Procedure and we have the option to agree to mediation. Further information on the Code and ABTA s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www. abta.com. CAA ATOL We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder under which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable). If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claim which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the nonprovision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or credit card issuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims may be reassigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme. RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENTS Bookings for these exclusive cruise holidays must be made with a Cruiseco Travel Agent. On confirmation of your booking, a written confirmation will be sent to your Cruiseco Travel Agent. An option will be given for 7 days. Before the option expires it will be necessary for you to pay a deposit of 500 per person. This deposit secures your holiday as requested. Failure to pay the deposit by the option due date may result in the cancellation of your booking. Final payment is due 100 days prior to sailing. If your booking is made within 100 days prior to sailing, full payment will be due immediately. FARES The fares quoted in this brochure are shown in British Pounds and are based on a twin sharing basis. Single prices apply to persons travelling alone and offer sole use of cabin. All rates are subject to change with or without notice. WHAT S NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE Airfares, transfers to and from the ship, passport and visa fees, insurances of all kinds, shore excursions not listed in the itinerary, laundry, phone calls, beverages not listed in the inclusions, additional accommodation made necessary by flight schedules and items of a personal nature are not included in the holiday costs advertised in this brochure. TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION Travel documents will be sent to you approximately 21 days prior to departure from the UK (providing full payment has been received). If you are departing the UK earlier, please ask your Cruiseco Travel Agent to request your travel documents in good time. ITINERARY VARIATIONS Sometimes the impact of weather or other conditions on water levels, and or bridges along the river, will require alterations to the itinerary. Changes to itinerary as result of water levels or other conditions may result in tours being missed. In such instances all attempts will be made to make up the tour or substitute it. Every effort will be made to keep itineraries or hotels. Itineraries are subject to change without notice and any changes to the itineraries will not result in eligibility for a refund. FORCE MAJEURE Cruiseco will take all care and skill to make sure that the holiday arrangements as per the brochure are delivered to all guests. However Cruiseco cannot accept liability or pay any compensation for this cruise or for any services promoted in our brochure where the cruise or service is not delivered because of, or is affected by circumstances which are outside our control, also known as force majeure. These include, but are not limited to, war, threat of war, acts by terrorists, political unrest, riots, natural disasters, health risks and epidemics, disruption to fuel supplies and mechanical difficulties which could not have been avoided or anticipated. LIABILITY Cruiseco will not be held responsible for any injury, illness, death, loss of enjoyment or loss or damage to property which is the result of an act or omission by the affected person or by a third party not connected with the provision of the holiday as set out in the brochure. Cruiseco are only liable when the occurrence is due to our own negligence or willful fault. BOOKING CHANGES AND CANCELLATIONS In the unfortunate event that you should have to cancel your holiday, we must be notified in writing. The day that we receive this notice in writing, will be considered the date that your cancellation has been made. Certain cancellation fees apply to your holiday if cancelled after a deposit or final payment has been made. BOOKING CHANGES A fee of 25 per person will be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed unless the change increases the value of the booking. CANCELLATIONS AND CANCELLATION FEES Notice of cancellation must be made in writing to your Cruiseco Travel Agent. The following scale of charges will apply when notice of cancellation is given prior to sailing. Days before sailing cancellation received Cancellation charges 101 days or more prior to departure Loss of Deposit days before departure 30% of total holiday cost days before departure 60% of total holiday cost days before departure 90% of total holiday cost plus admin fee 28 days to day of departure 100% of total holiday cost OTHER CONDITIONS It is your responsibility to ensure you have read all of the booking conditions and to provide valid travel documents. Be sure to ask your Cruiseco Travel Agent for advice concerning passport and visa requirements. CRUISECO S STATEMENT OF BUSINESS PRACTICE Your Cruiseco Travel Agent should provide you with a copy of Cruiseco s Statement of Business Practice at time of booking. BOOKING ARRANGEMENTS Your booking arrangements are to be made by your Cruiseco Travel Agent, and the person effecting the booking shall be deemed to have accepted the booking conditions. This brochure and its contents are valid from 14 September These cruise holidays are promoted by: Cruiseco Ltd. ABTA P6490/Y0170# ATOL 10701# British Registered business #

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