JAZZ on the blue danube

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1 Jazzdagen Tours presents JAZZ on the blue danube september 20 - october 2, 2015 on the ms amalyra of AmaWaterways 13 day tour from Budapest to Prague with exceptional musicians! call us at

2 JAZZ on the blue danube Spend 2 nights in Budapest, enjoy an unforgettable 7-night cruise to Nuremberg, then explore Prague for 3 nights. JAZZDAGEN TOURS is proud to present an outstanding cruise on the BLUE DANUBE, one of Europe s greatest rivers. During this journey you will discover a wealth of art, history, music and cultural treasures as you explore some of Europe s most renowned destinations. From bohemian Budapest, a haven for musicians, writers and other artists, the cruise will visit Bratislava, Vienna, Passau and Regensburg. Along the way you will visit magnificent cathedrals and baroque abbeys, explore the stunningly beautiful Wachau Valley and traverse Europe s Continental Divide via the Main-Danube Canal, a masterpiece of engineering. Your floating hotel will be the luxurious MS AMALYRA, rated among the highest for service, comfort and their outstanding cuisine. In addition to lavish meals and local entertainment there will be jazz, twice daily in the lovely lounge with dance floor. JAZZDAGEN TOURS is pleased to announce a world-renowned group of international musicians. They include the wonderful vocalist Rebecca Kilgore, the popular bassist/vocalist Nicki Parrott, everybody s favorite drummer Eddie Metz, the brilliant Finnish swinging clarinetist Antti Sarpila, the spectacular Swedish pianist/trombonist Ulf Johansson-Werre and the exciting Pieter Meijers on clarinet and saxophone. In various combinations they will bring you the best classic jazz you can find anywhere. Come and join JAZZDAGEN on this chartered river boat, meet the musicians and have the time of your life.

3 Complimentary: Wi-Fi, excursions, wine, beer & soft drinks with every lunch and dinner on board. Sep 20 (Sun) Budapest, Hungary Arrive at the airport. Transfer from the airport to the Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge Hotel*. Sep 21 (Mon) Budapest, Hungary Buffet breakfast, morning sightseeing in Buda and Pest (the Fisherman s Bastion, the Royal Palace, St. Stephen s Basilica, the massive Heroes Square, Buda Castle Hill, National Opera House). Sep 22 (Tue) Budapest, Hungary Buffet breakfast, check out, an excursion to Puszta includes a traditional goulash lunch and a horse riding demonstration. Afternoon transfer to the ship. The MS AMALYRA is schedule to depart at 9 pm. Sep 23 (Wed) Bratislava, Slovakia 2 pm-11:30 pm Walking tour of the city s major sites, such as: Old Town Hall, Mirbach Palace and Gothic St. Martin s Cathedral. Sep 24 (Thu) Vienna, Austria 7:30 am - midnight This morning, enjoy a panoramic tour of Vienna (include the majestic Opera House, the Ringstrasse and St. Stephen s Cathedral). Sep 25 (Fri) Dürnstein, Melk, Germany 7:30 am - 1 pm Enjoy a walking tour of Dürnstein situated in the heart of Wachau Valley, part of a region designated a UNESCO World Heritage. See the town s Baroque Stiftskirche (abbey church), and the ruins of the castle where King Richard I of England was once held for ransom. Enjoy your free time to explore the charming town of Melk on your own. Sep 26 (Sat) Passau, Germany 4:30 pm - 9 pm This morning the ship arrives in Linz for a scenic cruise through upper Austria to Passau, a 2,000-yearold city noted for its Gothic and Baroque architecture. You will have a walking tour of Passau s Old Town, past the old city fortifications and St. Stephan s Cathedral. Sep 27 (Sun) Regensburg, Germany 2 pm - 5:30 pm This afternoon, the ship arrives in Regensburg, one of Germany s best preserved medieval cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will have a guided walking tour of the city s architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria, gates to an ancient Roman fort. Sep 28 (Mon) Nuremberg, Germany 2:30 pm - overnight Enjoy a scenic morning cruise as the ship crosses the Continental Divide via the Main-Danube Canal and leisurely cruises through the beautiful Altmühl Valley. You can see towers and city walls of the Imperial Castle that surround the historic city center, as well as the house where artist Albrecht Dürer once resided. Sep 29 (Tue) Nuremberg, Germany After breakfast board our bus for your guided transfer to Prague. We will make a stop in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic where you will have free time to explore this beautiful Bohemian spa town and have lunch on your own before continuing to Prague. Afternoon arrival at the InterContinental Hotel*. Evening will be at leisure. Sep 30 (Wed) Prague, Czech Republic After breakfast enjoy a short bus tour, followed by a guided walking tour of this splendid city. Oct 1 (Thu) Prague, Czech Republic A day to explore the city on your own. Farewell dinner. Oct 2 (Fri) Prague, Czech Republic Time to say goodbye. Transfer to airport. *or similar

4 Category Description Rates A Violin Deck - French Balcony (170 sq. ft.) $ B Violin & Cello Deck - Midship - French Balcony (170 sq. ft.) $ C Violin & Cello Deck - Aft - French Balcony (170 sq. ft.) $ D Piano Deck - Midship - Window (170 sq. ft.) $ E Piano Deck - Window (170 sq. ft.) $ Rates are per person (based on sharing and subject to change). Port charges $ p.p. Other categories and single rates are available upon request This fabulous tour will be hosted by Alida and Pieter Meijers and includes: Two night pre-cruise stay in Budapest with breakfast daily and one lunch, all transfers, two excursions. Seven day cruise with all meals, WI-FI, beer & wine with lunch and dinner, daily excursions, guided transfer from Nuremberg to Prague. Three night post-cruise stay in Prague with breakfast daily, farewell dinner, city tour of Prague, transfer to airport. Conditions DOCUMENTS: A passport (valid until April 1, 2016). CANCELLATION POLICY: Immediately after booking: $ administrative fee per person. This fee is in addition to any other penalties. The cancellation penalties are as follows: When cancelled after May 10, 2015: 20% of total invoice When cancelled after June 25, 2015: 50% of total invoice When cancelled after July 25, 2015: 75% of total invoice When cancelled after August 15, 2015: no refund Since the cancelled space will likely result in lost opportunity to sell other space, these fees are due regardless of resale. These fees cannot be applied to future bookings. INSURANCE: Jazzdagen Tours strongly recommends travel insurance. The Jazzdagen travel insurance option (for US and Canadian citizens only) will be mailed together with your invoice. CONDITIONS: In all matters relating to the making of travel arrangements for hotels, sightseeing and transportation, Jazzdagen Tours is acting only in the capacity of an agent for the suppliers of travel services. As an agent Jazzdagen Tours maintains no control over the personnel, equipment or operations of the travel service suppliers and assumes no responsibilities or will not be held liable for any personal injury, property damage, or other loss, accident, delay, inconvenience, or irregularity which may be caused by: 1) wrongful or negligent acts on the part of the suppliers; 2) any wrongful, negligent or unauthorized acts on the part of any employee of these suppliers; 3) any defect and/or failure of any vehicle, equipment or instrumentality owned, operated or used by any of these suppliers; 4) any wrongful or negligent act on the part of any other party not under the control, directly or otherwise of Jazzdagen Tours. RESERVATIONS: Please mail/fax/ completed reservation form with a $ p.p. deposit to Jazzdagen Tours. Seller of Travel Program Discover the World with Jazzdagen Tours fax: jazzdagen@aol.com PO BOX 1266, Studio City, CA 91614

5 LEADING THE WAY IN RIVER CRUISING Cruising the legendary rivers of Europe... AMADOLCE, AMALYRA & AMADANTE MS AMADOLCE AMAWATERWAYS custom-built luxury river ships have set new standards in European river cruising and offer a number of features no other European river cruise ships can match. Our luxurious, state-of-the-art fleet features amenities such as French balconies in the staterooms; complimentary high-speed Internet and Wi-Fi; fine gourmet dining nightly with complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks; complimentary first-run Hollywood hit movies, guided bicycle tours and much more. STATEROOM FEATURES: All outside accommodations, with French balconies on the Violin & Cello decks Deluxe hotel-style bedding, down pillows and duvet Cozy sitting area perfect for admiring scenic river views Spacious, marble-appointed bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads Premium European toiletries, plush terry robes and slippers Hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone Flat-screen TV featuring local and satellite channels In-room Infotainment system providing movies and free Internet access Individually controlled air-conditioning Complimentary bottled water replenished daily JR. SUITE FEATURES: Extra spacious 255 sq. ft. accommodations Enhanced sitting area featuring a sofa and two chairs Wall-to-wall windows with French balconies Expansive, marble-appointed bathroom with multi-jet showerhead and bathtub RESTAURANT FEATURES: Gourmet cuisine, including champagne breakfast buffet; multi-course lunch & extensive dinner menu Regional specialties using the finest ingredients, including locally-procured fish Complimentary wine, beer, soft drinks and specialty coffees at dinner Open seating amidst elegant and comfortable surroundings SHIP FEATURES: Panoramic forward lounge with bar, piano and dance floor Complimentary specialty coffee station Complimentary Wi-Fi access throughout entire ship Elevator connecting Cello and Violin decks Fitness center, featuring exercise equipment, sauna and shower Beauty salon and masseuse Walking track, whirlpool and bicycles for exploring on one s own Standard Stateroom, MS AMALYRA Massage Room, MS AMALYRA Aft Lounge, MS AMADOLCE

6 LEADING THE WAY IN RIVER CRUISING AMADOLCE, AMALYRA & AMADANTE Main Lounge & Bar, MS AMADOLCE SUN DECK VIOLIN DECK CELLO DECK PIANO DECK Elevator reaches: Restaurant, Lobby/Main Lounge, and staterooms on Violin and Cello Deck. DECK PLAN CABIN CATEGORIES TECHNICAL DATA 1 Observation Deck Jr. Suite A+ Cat. A Cat. B Cat. C Cat. D Cat. E Single Violin Deck - French Balcony Stateroom sq.ft. Violin Deck - French Balcony Stateroom sq.ft. Violin Deck - French Balcony Stateroom sq.ft. Violin & Cello Deck - French Balcony Stateroom sq.ft. Violin & Cello Deck - French Balcony sq.ft. Piano Deck - Fixed window sq.ft. Piano Deck - Fixed window- 170 sq.ft. Cello Deck - French Balcony sq.ft. Built: AMADOLCE AMALYRA AMADANTE Length: 360 feet Width: 38 feet Passengers: 148; Crew: 41 Staterooms: 75 Registry: Switzerland Navigation Bridge Bicycles Whirlpool Sun Deck Walking Track Bow seating area Main Lounge & Bar Gift Shop FRENCH BALCONY JR. SUITE FRENCH BALCONY STATEROOM STANDARD STATEROOM 10 Reception Library, MS AMADOLCE Restaurant, MS AMADANTE 11 Massage & Hair Salon 12 Aft Lounge 13 Fitness Room 14 Kitchen 15 Restaurant 16 Elevator 17 Cruise Director 18 Crew Cabins 19 Water Storage Jr. Suite, MS AMADANTE