Join His Excellency Archbishop Joseph Augustine Di Noia, O.P., on a riverboat cruise through Europe

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1 Join His Excellency Archbishop Joseph Augustine Di Noia, O.P., on a riverboat cruise through Europe May 31 st - June 8 th, 2019 Join us next summer aboard the AmaCerto, a state of the art vessel operated by Ama Waterways. Along the way we will explore the beautiful countries of Hungary, Slovakia, Austria and Germany. This exclusive journey features daily Mass in the great churches of Europe, private visits to many beautiful and sacred sites, great food, wine and company and much more. The trip is well-structured and makes for an enjoyable vacation: two nights in Budapest and seven nights aboard the AmaCerto. If you'd like to reserve your place on the trip or would like more information, please contact Joe Long at jlong@prorome.com.

2 About ProRome ProRome was born in Our goal is to enrich those who travel with us. Our tours are unique! Four and five star hotels, private tours, history lectures, daily Mass, great food, wine and good company are just the beginning. Our trips are unparalleled in personality and filled with charm all the way through. ITINERARY BEGINS Thursday, May 30 Today we depart the USA for Budapest. Friday, May 31 Upon arrival a private car will take us directly to our beautiful four-star home in the heart of the city, Danubius Hotel Gellert. We will meet the rest of the group at 6:30 PM in the hotel restaurant for a welcome dinner. Saturday, June 1 Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, Budapest was formed in 1873 when the independent cities of Buda and Pest officially merged and became one. Our tour of Budapest begins with a visit to the vibrant and colorful Great Market Hall. The tour through this extensive World Heritage Site features visits to the historic Buda Castle, Fisherman s Bastion and the beautifully colorful Matthias Church. After Mass we're back at the hotel for a rich Hungarian dinner together. Mass: Matthias Church Sunday, June 2 Today begins with Mass and a tour of St. Stephen's Basilica. We'll then enjoy a panoramic tour of the Royal Palace and the Heroes Square. At 5:00 PM we rendezvous at the hotel and depart by private coach for our beautiful riverboat, the AmaCerto. Tonight we will meet our fellow passengers as the ship cruises into Slovakia and towards Bratislava. Mass: St Stephen's Basilica Monday, June 3 In the morning we arrive in Bratislava where we'll embark on a walking tour of the city. This tour brings Bratislava s history to life. We'll see many of the major sights, including the Old Town Hall, the stunning Rococo-style Mirbach Palace and St. Martin s Cathedral. Mass: St. Martin's Cathedral Tuesday, June 4 Today the AmaCerto docks in one of Europe's greatest marvels: Vienna. Savor the imperial elegance of romantic Vienna during today s guided sightseeing tour which will take us past the city s most famous and beautiful locales. We will see the Vienna Opera House, St. Stephen s Cathedral, and the city s historic center, rich in architectural marvels, Baroque castles and lush gardens. The afternoon is free to stroll along the Kartnerstrasse, the most prestigious shopping street in central Vienna, or sample Vienna's famous pastries. If available you will even have the chance to attend classical concert in Vienna, the Music Capital of the World, held in one of the truly great formal concert houses of Imperial Vienna, either the historic Hofburg Palace or the opulent Palais Auersperg. Mass: St. Stephen's Cathedral

3 Wednesday, June 5 This morning our boat pulls into the charming town of Dürnstein. Situated in the heart of the magnificent Wachau Valley, on the banks of the Danube river, Dürnstein offers a unique combination of breath-taking scenery, traditional architecture, and places of historic interest. Our morning walking tour through the medieval cobblestone streets reveals 16th century town houses and wine taverns. Marvel at the luminous blue facade of the Baroque Stiftskirche, Dürnstein s famed church cloister tower, considered the most beautiful of its kind in all of Austria. High above town, you ll spot the ruins of the castle where Richard the Lionheart, King of England, was imprisoned in Finish your day with a wine tasting hosted by a local vintner. Mass: Durnstein Abbey We're then back on the boat and headed upriver towards Melk, which sits on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Danube. There we will visit Melk Abbey which is one of Europe s largest monasteries. After our tour, enjoy free time to explore the picturesque village of Melk, one of Europe s great cultural heritage sites. Thursday, June 6 After docking in Linz private motorcoaches will take us directly to Salzburg, an utterly charming Austrian town. First, however, we will stop first at the scenic lakeside town of Mondsee, famous as the site of the wedding church from the "The Sound of Music." Once in Salzburg we will tour the Cathedral where you will also have Mass. We will then embark on a walking tour of the city featuring a visit to the beautifully landscaped Mirabell Gardens, the Getreidegasse with its many decorative wrought iron guild signs, Residenz Square, and the Old Market. This afternoon we will rejoin the ship now docked in Passau. Passau is also known as the Dreiflüssestadt or "City of Three Rivers," because the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers all converge here. The town has many notable Baroque buildings and cobblestone streets, especially in the Old Town area. Here we will see the city fortifications and St. Stephan s Cathedral, home to one of the largest church pipe organs in the world (with 17,774 pipes and 233 registers!). Mass: Salzburg Cathedral Friday, June 7 Today we will explore one of Germany's most beautiful cities: Regensburg. The history, sights and landmarks of Regensburg are so densely packed that they are best discovered on foot. Throughout the centuries, patricians and priests, saints and sinners, citizens and craftsmen have left their mark on Regensburg's colorful history. You will hear vivid stories about the people of Regensburg throughout the ages, seeing the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria. The old Stone Bridge, considered a masterwork of medieval construction and an emblem of the city is perfectly located next to one of the oldest restaurants in the world, the Regensburg Sausage Kitchen, notable for its role in catering for the workers who built the bridge. We're then back on the boat for an evening dinner Al Fresco. Mass: Regensburg Cathedral Saturday, June 8 Today we will enjoy a scenic morning cruise as the ship crosses the Continental Divide via the Main Danube Canal to Nuremberg. We will then explore the medieval city center with a tour that showcases the Imperial Castle and the famous town wall, as well as Albrecht Dürer s home and Market Square with its legendary fountain. We will then enjoy a final farewell dinner together. Mass: Church of our Lady Sunday, June 9 Today a private driver will take us directly to the airport where you will depart for the United States. Goodbye, Europe! Until next time! ITINERARY ENDS

4 RIVER BOAT CRUISE Cost? $ /person (Standard Double Room/Cabin) - Single Room Surcharge - from $ Suite upgrades are available for a charge(see below) PRICE INCLUDES Transfers to/from hotels in Budapest and Nuremberg by private sedan. 2 nights accommodation (Double Standard Room) at four-star hotel in Budapest. 7 Nights accommodation (standard category D/E cabin) during the cruise. Private motor-coach transportation on all land excursions. ProRome tour director services throughout the trip. Tours and all entry-ticket prices. Daily breakfast. All taxes and gratuities (EURO 12 pp/ night for the entire crew and EURO 6 pp/ night for the Cruise Director and Tour Director - $ value) Daily shore excursion program during the cruise with English speaking guides. All gourmet meals on board (Early Riser Coffee and Croissants, a Rich Buffet Breakfast, a Festive Lunch Buffet, Afternoon Tea & Coffee with Cake, Cookies & Sandwiches and a Multi-Course Dinner). Free flowing red and white wine from the local regions, beer or soft drinks for lunch and dinner Complimentary Happy Hour each evening before dinner. Choice of dining options at no additional cost including the main dining salon and an intimate Chef s Table Restaurant where the chef prepares the meal in person. Free coffee, tea, ice-water and ice-tea are included all day. Cappuccino, latte and espresso can be requested free of charge during all meals! Complimentary coffee & tea station available 24 hours. Captain s Welcome Champagne Reception and Gala Dinner and Captains Farewell Champagne Reception and Gala Dinner plus several theme dinners. Bottled water, fluffy bathrobes and slippers are provided free of charge in each cabin. Use of the heated swimming pool (as equipped) on the sun deck and the Wellness Center inside including fitness equipment (free of charge). Use of the bicycles and helmets on-board free of charge. Complimentary use of the Internet on-board (via flat-screen TV & keyboard in each stateroom and wireless in our two lounges). Complimentary in cabin movies. Elevator on board operating between 4 different levels: Restaurant (Level 1), Staterooms (Level 2), Lobby and Panorama Lounge (Level 3) and Staterooms (Level 4); (elevator does not go to the lowest deck or Sun deck). Piano music nightly and during afternoon tea and coffee. PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE Round-trip airfare - Group and individual bookings can be arranged through ProRome Trip Insurance (Available for purchase through ProRome). All meals on land (except for Welcome Dinner and Farewell Dinner on first and last nights of trip). All other beverages except of the ones mentioned above. Use of the Telephone in each cabin. Hotel Extras: Porterage, Room Service, Mini Fridge Items, Laundry, Telephone, all other extras)

5 SHIP OVERVIEW AMACERTO With a design inspired by classic ocean yachts, the 162-passenger AmaCerto (2012) offers a luxurious cruise experience on the Danube. Our exclusive "Twin Balconies" are available in most staterooms and suites. Guests can enjoy fine dining in the main dining room or at the intimate Chef's Table restaurant. Our ship also features a heated Sun Deck pool; a magnificent glass elevator; fitness center; massage; hair and beauty salon; complimentary in-room Internet access and first-run Hollywood movies; complimentary Wi-Fi; plus a fleet of bicycles for guests to borrow and enjoy. STATEROOM FEATURES: All outside accommodations, with revolutionary "Twin Balconies" on the Violin and Cello decks Deluxe hotel-style bedding with high-thread count linens, plush pillows and duvet cover Your choice of one large bed (larger than queen size) or two twin beds Cozy sitting area perfect for admiring scenic river views Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads Premium European toiletries, plus plush terry robes and slippers Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and directdial telephone Flat-screen TV featuring local and satellite channels Entertainment-On-Demand featuring free high-speed internet access, hit Hollywood movies, extensive music library and English language TV stations Individually controlled air-conditioning Complimentary bottled water replenished daily SUITE FEATURES: Extra spacious Suites (300 sq.ft.) with revolutionary "Twin Balconies" and mini-bar Roomy sitting area with a sofa and two chairs Marble-appointed bathroom with a bathtub and separate shower SHIP FEATURES: Panoramic Lounge with bar; piano and dance floor; and Observation Lounge Complimentary specialty tea and coffee station available 24/7 Elevator reaches the Restaurant, Lobby/Main Lounge and staterooms on Violin and Cello Decks Beauty salon, massage and spa services Walking track, heated pool and fitness room Bicycles for exploring on one's own RESTAURANT FEATURES: Main Dining Restaurant - offering regional specialties using locally sourced ingredients The Chef's Table serves as an intimate dining alternative to the main restaurant. It features a view of the chef as he prepares a true tasting menu with three appetizers, a champagne sorbet intermezzo, three main courses and three decadent desserts, serving up a variety of regional specialties and traditional dishes with more choices and flavors than ever before. Complimentary unlimited fine wine, beer, soft drinks and specialty coffees with every lunch and dinner, plus sparkling wine at breakfast

6 (d C C 41/\M 31\fffl em dfti= di=tkl AMACERTO SUN DECK VIOLIN DECK 0 l -JD 0 Elevator reaches Main Restaurant, Lobby/Mai Lounge and staterooms on Violin and Cello Deck Violin Deck/ French & Outside Balcony sq. ft. Violin Deck/ French & Outside Balcony sq. ft. Violin Deck/ French & Outside Balcony sq. ft. Cello Deck/ French & Outside Balcony sq. ft. Violin Deck/ French & Outside Balcony sq. ft. Note: Stateroom layouts below are not to scale. 0 Cello Deck/ French & Outside Balcony sq. ft. Violin & Cello Deck/ French Balcony sq. ft. 131\i H Cat. E Piano Deck/ Fixed Windows -160 sq. ft. Piano Deck/ Fixed Windows -160 sq. ft. 0 Lower Sun Deck e Navigation Bridge 0 Bicycles 0 Heated Pool 0 Sun Deck 0 Walking Track G Al Fresco Dining Terrace 0 Observation Lounge C!) Main Lounge & Bar (;) Gift Shop G Reception (9 Fitness Room G) Massage & Hair Salon 0 The Chef's Table Restaurant 4D Main Restaurant 0 Elevator Q Crew Cabins Technical Data Year Built: AMACERTO 2012 Length: 443 ft. Width: 38 ft. Crew: 51 Staterooms: 81 Passengers: 162 Registry: Switzerland Category Suite French Balcony Fixed Windows Outside Balcony Large French Window Balcony Outside Large French Balcony Window Balcony Outside Large French Balcony Window Balcony

7 CABIN AVAILABILITY All prices shown are per person. Cabins are available first come, first serve. Fixed Windows $ French Balcony $ Outside Balcony Large Window $ Category Suite French Balcony Outside Balcony Large French Window Balcony $ Outside Balcony Large French Window Balcony $ TWO AVAILABLE