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RIVER CRUISING
 & SMALL SHIP ADVENTURES
 E U R O P E • A S IA • A F R I C A • S O U T H A M E R I C A
RIVER CRUISING & SMALL SHIP ADVENTURES - EUROPE ASIA AFRICA SOUTH AMERICA - Mayflower Tours
Greetings
    River cruising is one of the most luxurious ways to travel and after almost two full seasons of being on hold we
    are thrilled to be back on the water in 2022. Choose from amazing voyages through Europe and Asia onboard our
    sister companies state-of-the-art vessels, plus enjoy all the perks that a holiday by Mayflower is known to include.

    Or perhaps you are looking for something a little more exotic, choose from any of our small ship adventures.
    The combination of adventure and intimate cruising, each of these voyages will take you off the beaten path to
    amazing destinations for once in a lifetime experiences.

    Take a look at the many different cruises listed in this book and find the one that is just right for you. Start
    discovering all the luxury that a river cruise or small ship adventure has in store today!

    Happy Travels,

     Nish Patel
     President, Mayflower Cruises & Tours

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CONTENTS
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      The Mayflower Experience                          5
      An Even Greater Value – Several Ways to Save      7
      River Cruising through Europe                     8
      River Cruising – The Mayflower Way                10
      Personal Service & Onboard Amenities              12
      Well-Appointed Staterooms & Suites                14
      Delectable Cuisine & Beverages                    16
      Insights & Encounters                             18
      Small Ship Adventures                             20

      EUROPE
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      Jewels of the Rhine                               24
      Tulip Time on Jewels of the Rhine                 28
      Christmas Markets Cruise on the Romantic Rhine 30
      Danube Explorer                                   32
NEW   Danube Delights River Cruise                      36
NEW   Oberammergau Passion Play                         40
      Danube Delights River Cruise during Oktoberfest 42
      Christmas Market Cruise on the Danube River       44
      Gems of Eastern Europe                            46
      Splendors of Europe River Cruise                  50
      Portugal and the Douro River Cruise               54
      Sensations of Lyon and Provence River Cruise      58
      Splendor of the Seine River Cruise                62

      ASIA
      .......................................           66
      Majestic Mekong River Cruise                      68

      AFRICA
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      Treasures of the Pharaohs                         74

      SOUTH
      . . . . . . . . .AMERICA
                       ..............................   78
      Cruising Ecuador’s Galápagos Islands              80

      USEFUL
      . . . . . . . . . .INFORMATION
                          ................................
      Cabin & Deck Plans                                82
      Booking Conditions                                98

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The Mayflower Experience
      At Mayflower Cruises & Tours our
   travelers’ comfort and satisfaction is of
   paramount importance. When creating
  each of our River Cruise and Small Ship
  itineraries we take pride in including the
     most memorable attractions, touring
        opportunities and highlights in
               each destination.

  River Cruises and Small Ship Adventures
  with Mayflower Cruises & Tours: In this book,
  you will find a detailed, day by day description of
  each of our 2022 River Cruises and Small Ship
  Adventures. As a part of the Scenic Group, each
  of our River Cruise itineraries combine all of the
  benefits of the award-winning Scenic Space-
  Ship or Emerald Star-Ship along with the many
  amenities of a Mayflower holiday.

  Planning and Preparation: At Mayflower, we
  understand that anticipating and planning your
  holiday is an extremely important part of your travel
  experience. Our first priority is to ensure that you
  can count on quality service right from the very
  start. Beginning with your first inquiry, you will be
  dealing with one of our experienced staff members.
  We will ensure your questions are answered and
  the details of your holiday are fully explained.

  What’s Key Is Included: Our reputation is built
  on providing you with maximum value for every
  dollar spent. Your travel experience includes
  most of your tour excursions, many of your meals,
  and quality lodging. We plan for a balance of
  scheduled touring as well as leisure time for you
  to relax or explore on your own. It is our mission
  to provide a life-enriching experience to each and
  every one of our travelers on every holiday!

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Our Commitment to your Health and Safety: Mayflower Cruises & Tours is
        committed to our travelers’ safety. The teams at the Scenic Group and Mayflower are working
        closely with Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and government health agencies to
        implement a full range of measures for the health and safety of our valued guests and staff. In
        preparation for the resumption of our land tours and river cruise operations, the Scenic Group
        and Mayflower will ensure compliance with the strict industry protocols. For further information
        on these policies, please visit mayflowercruisesandtours.com/assurance

    Integrity in Each Experience: We are firm believers in
    the “seamless” experience. We want you to be ecstatic
    about the services you receive from the first day you
    contact us, throughout your holiday, and extending to your
    post-travel wrap-up.

    We value our travelers input and ask you to complete
    a questionnaire at the completion of your tour. Your
    answers are the basis for our tour improvements. Our
    Quality Assurance program’s goal is to maintain traveler
    satisfaction and to enhance the quality of our tours. We
    strive to keep our cruises and tours fresh and your input
    helps us to meet this goal. As a company, we take pride
    in our ability to listen to our travelers and respond to your
    needs and suggestions.

    The Mayflower Family: The Mayflower Cruises & Tours
    staff is dedicated to providing our travelers with the ultimate
    river cruising experience. Our staff consists of many travel
    industry veterans, solidifying us as a leader in providing
    guided travel experiences. Each of our Tour Managers
    are selected for their knowledge and experience, and we
    include more local guides and historians than most other
    companies. As one of our travelers, you reap the benefits
    of their extensive knowledge and experience. When you
    travel with Mayflower Cruises & Tours, you are not just
    our customer but a part of our Mayflower Family. Our
    dedicated staff will work diligently to ensure you are treated
    with dignity and respect, that every detail of your travel
    experience has been given their utmost attention, and that
    your overall experience is unparalleled.

    Convenient International Air Arrangements and
    Transfers: To make your holiday even more convenient,
    make your airline arrangements with Mayflower Cruises
    & Tours. The cost of flights booked with us will include all
    taxes, fees, and transfers.

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An Even
     Greater Value
      SEVERAL WAYS TO SAVE

Do a Friend a Favor – Referral Rewards
............................................
Invite your friends to join the Mayflower Cruises &
Tours travel family and earn hundreds of dollars
toward your next holiday with us! Refer as many of
your friends, who are NEW to Mayflower, and earn
up to $100 savings for each of those who make a
reservation, for a tour that is five days or longer,
and pays the deposit. The savings is per friend, so
the more friends you refer, the more you can earn!
Apply your savings to your upcoming holiday with
Mayflower Cruises & Tours and don’t forget, your
friends will also get a First-Time Traveler Savings on
their first holiday!

Mayflower Money
............................................
Every day you are on tour with Mayflower Cruises
& Tours you will earn credit toward your future
Mayflower departure. This is our way of saying “thank
you” for traveling with us and we look forward to
having you join us again soon.

First-Time Travelers
............................................
For those who are new to Mayflower Cruises &
Tours, you’ll receive a First-Time Traveler Savings
that you can use on your first reservation. Save up to
$50 per person based on the holiday you choose.

Solo Travelers – Guaranteed Share Program
............................................
Reduce your travel costs and enjoy the company of a
roommate when you take advantage of Mayflower’s
Solo Traveler Program and a Guaranteed Share.
You will be paired with another traveler of the same
gender at the twin rate. Should a roommate not be
available, you’ll enjoy accommodations in a single
room and only pay the twin rate!

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River Cruising through Europe
                                                                                           NETHERLANDS
    Explore the rivers that shaped nations and visit cities that hold years
                                                                                                   Amsterdam
    of history on each and every cruise with Mayflower. River Cruising
    combines luxury and adventure, while you travel comfortably
    onboard your floating hotel. Our river cruise itineraries                 Honfleur
    have been designed with our discerning, curious
                                                                                          Rouen
    and life-loving travelers in mind and are filled with
    life-enriching experiences in each remarkable port                                     Paris

    of call. Partake in the exceptional amenities, intimate
    settings and superior service onboard your river                                     FRANCE
    cruise with Mayflower.

                                                                                         Rhône River

                                                                                              Lyon

                                                                                     Saône River

                     Porto
                                        Douro River                                      Avignon
                  Régua            Pinhão
                         Pocinho        Vega Terrón                                                     Nice
                                                                                              Arles
                                          Salamanca

                Lisbon
                                            SPAIN
            PORTUGAL

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Cologne
                GERMANY
  Rhine River

    Koblenz
                     Nuremberg
                                 Prague

          Würzburg                 CZECH
                                  REPUBLIC
              Danube River
   Strasbourg                                   SLOVAKIA
                       Passau

                                      Vienna    Bratislava
     Lucerne
                                 AUSTRIA              Budapest
SWITZERLAND
                                               HUNGARY

                                                                        ROMANIA
                                                    Osijek
                                                                                Bucharest
                                                             Belgrade

                                   CROATIA
                                                         SERBIA
                                                                        Vidin

                                                                                BULGARIA

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River Cruising
                    THE MAYFLOWER WAY

     River Cruising is one of the most luxurious ways to travel the world.
     With Mayflower Cruises & Tours you will take advantage of all of the
       benefits of Emerald Cruises’ award-winning Star-Ships and the
                    added benefits of a Mayflower holiday.

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Enjoy a host of amenities, including all gratuities, comfortable, well-
appointed staterooms, ample public spaces, an attentive onboard
staff, and Activity Manager on each river cruise departure. Best of all,
once onboard, you will only need to unpack once. Your floating hotel
will take you from port to port, ensuring that your holiday is relaxing.

River Vessels: Most river cruise holidays featured in this book
depart on an Award-Winning Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. Enjoy the
highlights of ocean cruising in a boutique river cruising setting on
each of our personalized itineraries.

Exceptional Inclusions
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  ⚬   The majority of onboard meals
  ⚬   Airport Transfers on tour dates when air is provided
 		   by Mayflower Cruises & Tours
  ⚬   Well-appointed suites and staterooms
  ⚬   First-class service by an English-speaking crew
  ⚬   Service and entertainment by an English-speaking
 		   Cruise Director and Activity Manager
  ⚬   All gratuities included
  ⚬   Variety of international cuisine
  ⚬   Complimentary regional wines, beers and soft drinks
 		   with onboard lunches and dinners
  ⚬   Complimentary bottled water in your stateroom
  ⚬   Complimentary WiFi onboard
  ⚬   All port charges included
  ⚬   Multiple night city-stays on most itineraries

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PERSONAL SERVICE &
                   Onboard Amenities
       Let our operations team and onboard staff take care of the details of
     your holiday. We will coordinate transfers to and from the airport to your
      hotel or river vessel and all shore excursions. While on holiday, check
      with our knowledgeable staff for suggestions to make the most of your
                            free time in each port of call.

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While cruising, take in the beautiful sights and a multitude of
activities while you get to know your fellow travelers. Spend time
relaxing in the lounge or on the Sun Deck as you watch the
ever-changing scenery of your river cruise.

Activity Manager: The dedicated onboard Activity Manager will
support all EmeraldACTIVE shore excursions—which include
guided cycle tours, urban and rural hikes and canoeing trips—as
well as daily onboard classes. Meet your fitness goals onboard with
a selection of activities such as yoga and Pilates sessions, water-
aerobics in the pool, and one-mile walks on the open-air track,
coordinated daily by the Activity Manager.

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WELL-APPOINTED
                         Staterooms & Suites
        Choose from a selection of staterooms and suites onboard an Emerald Cruises’
     Star-Ship, offering balconies, French balconies or large view windows. While onboard,
            the outstanding and attentive staff will ensure your accommodations are
                                 catered to with detail and care.

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Each contemporary, boutique hotel-style room has been designed
to enhance your river cruise experience, with elegant, hand-picked
furnishings right down to the smallest, thoughtful detail. Enjoy
your own en-suite bathroom, hotel-style bed, flat screen TV with
infotainment system, individual climate control, complimentary
WiFi, personal mini-bar fridge, and of course, plenty of storage and
living space.

Take advantage of special in-room amenities based on your cabin
selection including deluxe walk-in closets, larger bathrooms and
complimentary mini-bars. Stay up to date on news or connect with
family with an en-suite iPad for you to use during your stay. Other
enhancements, based on selected category, may include Concierge
service, where you can enjoy pre-dinner canapés or post-dinner
dessert served right to your suite, en-suite Nespresso machines, and
complimentary laundry service for two items per day.

    Owner’s One-Bedroom Suite:
    An exclusive number of these luxurious suites are available on
    each ship. Measuring 285 to 315 square feet, these suites boast
    a separate living room and bedroom, indoor balcony, en-suite
    bathroom and walk-in closet. Enjoy complimentary daily
    four-item laundry service, complimentary daily-restocked
    mini-bar, pre-dinner canapés, and post-dinner sweet treats.

    Grand Balcony Suite:
    Relax in your generously appointed suite, measuring between
    207 and 210 square feet. Marvel at the magnificent landscapes
    or watch the sunrise from your floor-to-ceiling all-weather
    balcony. Enjoy daily laundry service of two items, en-suite
    bathroom and personal Nespresso machine. Partake in
    continental breakfast, daily snacks, pre-dinner canapés or
    post-dinner sweet treats brought to your suite.

    Panorama Balcony Suite:
    Among the most spacious on Europe’s waters, measuring
    between 160 and 180 square feet, these suites are a relaxing
    retreat for you to unwind in each day.

    Stateroom:
    Located on the Rivera Deck, staterooms range from 153 to
    170 square feet, larger than the average standard stateroom on
    European waters. All Emerald Staterooms feature a window,
    table and chairs, deluxe bedding, plenty of storage space and
    an en-suite bathroom with luxurious toiletries.

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DELECTABLE
                    Cuisine & Beverages
     Expect truly memorable dining experiences on your cruise with Mayflower.
     We believe food plays an important part of your overall travel experience.
       Onboard each of Emerald Cruises’ award-winning Star-Ships you can
      expect expert chefs thoughtfully crafting delicious menus with seasonal
               and regional produce, influenced by your travel route.

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Each day, enjoy breakfast and lunch buffet style with an array of appetizers, main courses and desserts.
Each evening, join your fellow travelers for a four-course meal served with delicious international and
regional specialties. Enjoy beer, wine and soft drinks served during lunch and dinner.

Complimentary Drinks: Select complimentary drinks with lunch and dinner are all par for the course and
our wonderfully attentive team will always be on-hand to help you choose a drink to suit your chosen meal,
whether it is a beer, glass of wine or soft drink. Our sommelier carefully hand-picks a selection of wine for
each evening. You can expect local and regionally sourced wines, from robust reds or delicate whites, to
showcase the best of what the local region has to offer. An extensive drink menu also consists of premium
favorites and rare labels to tempt you when the mood strikes (available for an additional charge). Beverage
packages are available for purchase onboard.

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Insights & Encounters
     Each day of your cruise holds new adventures and experiences. Learn about the different cultures and
     traditions of the regions, take daily shore excursions, escorted by local, English-speaking guides and enjoy live
     performances by local musicians or dancers. Each of our carefully curated itineraries is filled with the must-
     see sights and hidden gems in each port of call. From UNESCO World Heritage Sites, to optional excursions,
     activities, experiences and tours, each Mayflower river cruise is packed with a variety of planned guided tours
     and activities to choose from. Enjoy panoramic city and small group walking tours with local, English-speaking
     guides. Don’t miss a word as you listen on your personal headset while your guide provides local history, cultural
     insights and tells fascinating stories in each destination.

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Each of the unforgettable cruises featured in
  this book have been designed to showcase
 the best of the local region. Whether you are
  exploring the Rhine Valley by bike or taking
   in local entertainment on the Danube, you
 can look forward to an included excursion in
        almost every destination you visit.

     EmeraldPLUS
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Gain a deeper understanding of each destination you
visit on authentic excursions which seek to avoid tourist
hotspots. From learning about culture from locals to
an enchanting stroll through the multi-colored acres of
tulips at Keukenhof Gardens in the Netherlands, each
EmeraldPLUS excursion is designed to educate and
enhance your travel experience.

     EmeraldACTIVE
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Our range of outdoor activities suit the more active
guests and most itineraries featuring Emerald Star-
Ships carry a number of bicycles* for you to borrow
free of charge. Take advantage of this fun way to
explore independently and at your own pace. You’ll
also find poles in your suite or stateroom, to aid on
walks, if necessary. Embark on a guided bike tour of
the rolling vineyards of the Wachau Valley, a canoeing
experience on Portugal’s Douro River and enjoy daily
yoga sessions, water-aerobics in the pool, and one-
mile walks on the open-air track, all coordinated by the
onboard Activity Manager.

     DiscoverMORE
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To immerse you further in local history and culture,
take advantage of the optional DiscoverMORE special
excursions (at an additional expense). These outings
include classical concerts, special guided tours,
UNESCO World Heritage Site visits, and more.

    *Bicycles are subject to availability, on a first come, first serve basis.
            Bicycles are not available on MS Emerald Radiance.

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Small Ship Adventures
       Our small ship adventures combine exotic destinations with intimate cruising experiences.
     Choose from destinations around the world and experience each onboard your floating hotel.
      Whether you are looking for an up close, natural exploration through the Galápagos Islands,
     an authentic look at what life is like on the Mekong Delta, or you want to see the awe-inspiring
      Pyramids and discover the ancient Nile river, our small ship adventures have been curated
                                         to inspire the travelers’ spirit!

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Southeast Asia
                                                        Seven-nights aboard the Emerald Harmony
                                                    ...........................................
                                                    Journey with Mayflower through the wonderful maze
                                                    of the Mekong Delta. Visit local villages and historic
                                                     residences, travel by Tuk-Tuk and oxcart, witness
                                                    artisans at work creating traditional items and attend
                                                                   a ceremonial blessing.

                                                                          Egypt
                                                           Four-nights aboard the MS Mayflower
                                                    ...........................................
                                                    Ancient wonders, golden sands and amazing history
                                                    make Egypt the ultimate travel destination. From the
                                                    enigmatic aura of the Sphinx, to the imposing glory of
                                                      the Pyramids, the Land of the Pharaohs is ready
                                                                       to be explored.

Small Ship Adventures
Exceptional Inclusions:
⚬ Airport Transfers
⚬ Pre / Post-cruise hotel stays
                                                              Galápagos Islands
⚬ English-speaking guides                              Four-nights aboard the MV Galápagos Legend
                                                    ...........................................
⚬ Most meals onboard                                Mother Nature is frozen in time in this place that is
⚬ Most shore excursions                            unlike any other on Earth. The Galápagos Islands are
                                                    so unique it will change the way that any seasoned
⚬ Mayflower Money                                             traveler thinks about our world.

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EUROPE
     Explore the rivers that shaped the nations of Europe. From the Rhine and Danube to Rhône,
     Saône, Douro and more. Each European itinerary is packed with all of the elements to
     ensure a Life-Enriching Experience. Join us as we sail in luxury and discover the charming
     river cities, bustling metropolises, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and so much more!

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Avignon, France

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Rhine River Valley

                            Jewels of the Rhine
                              the Netherlands • Germany • France • Switzerland

           11 DAYS • 23 MEALS Enjoy a cruise on the romantic Rhine River where UNESCO World
           Heritage sites, gothic cathedrals in Cologne and Strasbourg, historic fortresses, and picturesque
           canals greet you in the various ports of call. Sample Black Forest Cake in Breisach and some
           of the local vintage during a wine-tasting in Heidelberg. Sail through the scenic Rhine Gorge
           and experience the beauty and splendor of the Rhine. Along with the two-night stay in Lucerne,
           Switzerland, set against the dramatic Swiss Alps, you’ll have an amazing holiday on this
           adventure with Mayflower Cruises and Tours.

                             Key:    EmeraldPLUS         EmeraldACTIVE         DiscoverMORE

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NETHERLANDS
                                                                                                            Amsterdam

                                                                                                                                Rhine River
                                                                                                                                 Cologne

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                                                                                                                                         GERMANY
NETHERLANDS                                                                                                                         Koblenz
                                                                                                                  Cochem
 Amsterdam                                                                                                                    Mannheim
                                                                                                                                                Heidelberg
                                                                                                           FRANCE                             Bruchsal Palace
                       Cologne
                                                                                                              Strasbourg
                                                                                                                                    Kehl
                                                                                                               Riquewihr
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                              GERMANY                                                  Hotel Overnights
                                                                                                                 Breisach
                                                                                   1   Cruise Overnights
                          Koblenz
       Cochem                                                                          Visit                          Basel
                                                                                                                                           Zurich
                   Mannheim
                                     Heidelberg
                                                                                       DiscoverMORE                              2 Lucerne
FRANCE
                                                                                                                Mt. Pilatus
                              Rhine River
                                                                                       Tour Route
                                                                                                                                SWITZERLAND
   Strasbourg        Enjoy a narrated canal cruise in Amsterdam, the Netherlands       Cruise Route
                         Kehl
    Riquewihr

      Breisach

   DAY Basel
       1 Depart the USA: Depart the USA on your                                    Exceptional Inclusions
                                Zurich
   overnight flight to Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
                      2 Lucerne
                                                                                   ...............................................
                                                                                   • 23 Meals: 9 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 8 dinners
     Mt. Pilatus
                     SWITZERLAND
   DAY 2 Amsterdam, the Netherlands: Welcome                                       • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is
   to Amsterdam, a fascinating 700-year-old city of
                                                                                     provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours
   picturesque canals, world class museums, theaters and
                                                                                   • Visit four countries
   cafés. You will be met and transferred from the airport
                                                                                   • Seven-nights in a suite or stateroom of your
   to your luxurious Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. Become
                                                                                     choice onboard the vessel
   acquainted with the amenities of your ship, or begin
                                                                                   • First-class service by an English-speaking crew
   exploring the city. This evening, join your fellow travelers
   for dinner onboard. Meal: D                                                     • Onboard Activity Manager will support all
                                                                                     EmeraldACTIVE excursions and host daily
   DAY 3 Amsterdam: Experience the city on a cruise                                  onboard wellness activities, games, classes and
   aboard a glass-top boat. Traverse the UNESCO World                                evening entertainment
   Heritage network of canals, passing Roman patrician                             • All gratuities included
   and ornate merchant houses from the Dutch Golden                                • Shore excursions with English-speaking
   Age. Alternatively, join a guided bike tour to Waterland,                         local guides
   passing through quintessential Dutch landscapes of                              • Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites
   quaint villages and windmills. Tonight, enjoy a welcome                         • Personal listening device for shore excursions
   reception and gala dinner. Meals: B, L, D                                       • All meals included onboard
         Guided bike tour to Waterland                                             • Variety of international cuisine
                                                                                   • Complimentary regional wines, beer and soft
   DAY 4 Cologne, Germany: Cruise along the Rhine
                                                                                     drinks with onboard lunches and dinners
   River to Cologne. Founded by the Romans, the city is
                                                                                   • Complimentary bottled water in your stateroom
   one of Germany’s oldest and famous for its magnificent
                                                                                   • Complimentary WiFi onboard
   gothic cathedral - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After
                                                                                   • Complimentary bicycles onboard for use ashore
   lunch onboard, join your local guide for an included
   walking tour of the city. Traverse quaint alleyways, see
                                                                                   • All port charges included
   historic monuments, and touch on the historical charms                          • Two-night hotel stay and touring in Lucerne
   of the Old Town. The tour concludes at the cathedral,                           • $55 in Mayflower Money
   whose twin spires dominate the skyline. Meals: B, L, D
         Farina Eau de Cologne Museum (additional expense)

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Jewels of the Rhine
     DAY 5 Koblenz: Cruise to the 2000-year-old town of                    Rhine and Neckar Rivers. Travel by coach to Heidelberg
     Koblenz, situated at the confluence of the Rhine and                  for a guided visit of the castle ruins and a walk along the
     Moselle Rivers. Enjoy a walking tour of Koblenz and                   cobblestone lanes of the old town. Enjoy an included
     visit the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress by cable car on the                wine-tasting before returning to the ship in Mannheim.
     opposite side of the river. This fortress was part of the             Meals: B, L, D
     Prussian defense against the French in the 19th century                   Hike from Mount Königstuhl to Heidelberg
     and later used as a headquarters for the American                         Evening concert at Bruchsal Palace (additional expense)
     military during WWII. This afternoon, sail through the
     spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Rhine Gorge.                        DAY 7 Kehl / Strasbourg, France: Once docked in Kehl,
     Pass countless medieval castles and vineyards lining the              travel by coach across the river to Strasbourg, the capital
     shores of this section of the river, with photo opportunities         of the Alsace region in France. Your guided walking tour
     around every bend. See the infamous Lorelei statue and                includes the Grande Île - the historical city center and
     Pfalzgrafenstein Castle, built on an island in the middle of          UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known for its medieval
     the river as a medieval toll station. Meals: B, L, D                  black and white timber-framed buildings, old tanning
         Moselle & Cochem (Reichsburg) Castle Visit                        houses, baroque sandstone buildings, canals and river
     (additional expense)                                                  locks, the city’s star attraction is the cathedral, dominating
     NOTE: You can choose either the included tour of Koblenz OR           the main square. Meals: B, L, D
     the DiscoverMORE option, as both tours operate at the same time           Tour of Riquewihr (additional expense)

     DAY 6 Mannheim / Heidelberg: Continue sailing to                      DAY 8 Breisach, Germany: On today’s adventure, visit
     the town of Mannheim, located at the confluence of the                a typical Black Forest village, where history is brought to

                 The magnificent Duomo soars skyward in Cologne, Germany                          Red roofs brighten the skies of Breisach, Germany

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Strasbourg, France proudly boasts diverse architecture                                             Lucerne, Switzerland – set at the base of the Alps

life and displayed in the furnished farmhouses and other                         DAY 10 Lucerne: Your last day is left free of planned
buildings of the village. Alternatively, take part in a guided                   activities. Explore on your own, or join the optional
hike along some of the Black Forest trails. Meals: B, L, D                       excursion to Mt. Pilatus – a mountain overlooking Lucerne
     Black Forest Cake demonstration and tasting                                 that offers a unique alpine experience! This evening, get
     Guided hike in the Black Forest region                                      together for an included dinner at the hotel. Meals: B, D
                                                                                       Mt. Pilatus (additional expense)
DAY 9 Basel, Switzerland – Lucerne: After breakfast,
disembark the ship in Basel and begin your Swiss                                 DAY 11 Lucerne / USA: Bid “auf wiedersehen” to
adventure. Depart by coach to Lucerne, a picturesque                             Europe and return home with memories of life enriching
town surrounded by mountains and meadows. An                                     experiences from your European adventure and cruise
included walking tour highlights the city’s landmark - the                       along the Rhine River. Meal: B
famous 14th-century Chapel Bridge. See the 17th-century
                                                                                                         Itinerary is subject to change.
Renaissance Town Hall and town squares, all set amongst
the beautiful backdrop of the Swiss Alps. The remainder of
the day is at leisure. Meal: B

2022 Departure Dates                                  MAY 28                           AUG 6                      SEP 3, 8*                       OCT 7
Jewels of the Rhine                              PER           SINGLE          PER             SINGLE         PER           SINGLE        PER             SINGLE
                                               PERSON          ROOM          PERSON            ROOM         PERSON          ROOM        PERSON            ROOM
CAT STATEROOM / SUITE             DECK          TWIN            ADD           TWIN              ADD          TWIN            ADD         TWIN              ADD

 E   Emerald Stateroom            Riviera      $4,449        + $2,894         $4,549        + $2,959        $4,549          + $2,959     $4,549       + $2,959

 D   Emerald Stateroom            Riviera      $4,549        + $2,959         $4,649        + $3,024        $4,649          + $3,024     $4,649       + $3,024

 C   Panorama Balcony Suite        Vista       $5,099        + $3,314         $5,199        + $3,379        $5,199          + $3,379     $5,199       + $3,379

 B   Panorama Balcony Suite        Vista       $5,349        + $3,479         $5,449        + $3,544        $5,449          + $3,544     $5,449       + $3,544

 A   Panorama Balcony Suite      Horizon       $5,599        + $3,639         $5,699        + $3,704        $5,699          + $3,704     $5,699       + $3,704

 S   Grand Balcony Suite         Horizon       $5,999           N/A           $6,099            N/A         $6,099            N/A        $6,099            N/A

SA Owner’s One-Bedroom Suite     Horizon       $6,799           N/A           $6,899            N/A         $6,899            N/A        $6,899            N/A

         Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Amsterdam, the Netherlands, returning from Zurich, Switzerland.
                                       *This departure operates from Zurich, Switzerland to Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

               CRUISE AND HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
               Days 2 through 8 – Aboard an Emerald Cruises Star-Ship (pg. 87)                                       TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
               Days 9 and 10 – Hotel Europe or similar, Lucerne, Switzerland                                          1 2 3 4 5
               Pre or post-cruise hotel stays available in Amsterdam. Call for details.                              EASY              ENERGETIC

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Keukenhof Gardens

                             Tulip Time on
                           Jewels of the Rhine
                             the Netherlands • Germany • France • Switzerland

          11 DAYS • 23 MEALS Sail the romantic Rhine River in the spring and visit the world-famous
          Keukenhof Gardens in the Netherlands. Known as the “Garden of Europe”, Keukenhof is one
          of the world’s largest flower gardens and home to approximately seven million flower bulbs.
          Explore modern and classic Amsterdam before you sail the countryside taking in the windmills
          and tulip fields. Enjoy a guided walking tour of modern Cologne and ancient Koblenz, continuing
          on to Heidelberg for a wine-tasting. Soak up Strasbourg’s beautiful architecture on a guided tour
          and in Breisach, attend a presentation on Black Forest Cake assembling and tasting. Finally,
          enjoy two nights in the cosmopolitan city of Lucerne, Switzerland, which is set against the
          picturesque Swiss Alps.

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NETHERLANDS

                                                                                                                                          Amsterdam

                                                                                                                                         Keukenhof              Cologne
                                                                                                                                          Gardens
                                                                                                                                                                Rhine River

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                                                                                                                                                                        GERMANY
ETHERLANDS                                                                                                                                                         Koblenz
                                                                                                                                                 Cochem
Amsterdam                                                     Colorful row houses line canals in Amsterdam                                                   Mannheim
                                                                                                                                                                               Heidelberg
                                                                                                                                         FRANCE                             Bruchsal Palace
ukenhof              CologneDAY
ardens                                    1      Depart the USA                                                                              Strasbourg
                     Rhine River                                                                                                                                   Kehl
                              DAY 2              Amsterdam, the Netherlands                                                                   Riquewihr
                    7                                                                                            1
                             GERMANY
                              DAY 3              Amsterdam – Keukenhof Gardens                                       Hotel Overnights                           Breisach
                                                                                                                 1
                            DAY           4
                                                                                                                     Cruise Overnights
                        Koblenz                  Cologne, Germany                                                                                    Basel
      Cochem                                                                                                         Visit                                                Zurich
                  Mannheim       DAY 5           Koblenz, Germany                                                                                               2 Lucerne
                                                                                                                     DiscoverMORE              Mt. Pilatus
                                 DAYHeidelberg
                                     6         Mannheim – Heidelberg, Germany                                                                                  SWITZERLAND
ANCE                               Bruchsal Palace                                                                   Tour Route
                                 DAY 7           Kehl, Germany – Strasbourg, France
  Strasbourg                                                                                                         Cruise Route
                        Kehl     DAY 8           Breisach, Germany
   Riquewihr
                     BreisachDAY          9      Basel – Lucerne, Switzerland
          Basel                  DAY 10          Lucerne, Switzerland                                            Exceptional Inclusions
                                 Zurich
                                 DAY 11          Lucerne – Zurich, Switzerland                                   ...............................................
                     2 Lucerne
    Mt. Pilatus                                      Itinerary is subject to change.                             • 23 Meals: 9 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 8 dinners
                    SWITZERLAND
                                     DiscoverMORE:                                                               • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is
                                    • Farina Eau de Cologne Museum (additional expense)                            provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours
                                    • Moselle & Cochem (Reichsburg) Castle (additional expense)                  • Visit four countries
                                    • Evening Concert at Bruchsal Palace (additional expense)
                                                                                                                 • Seven-nights in a suite or stateroom of your
                                    • Tour of Riquewihr (additional expense)
                                    • Mt. Pilatus (additional expense)
                                                                                                                   choice onboard the vessel
                                 For more details or a full itinerary visit mayflowercruisesandtours.com         • First-class service by an English-speaking crew
                                            or contact a Mayflower travel specialist today.                      • Onboard Activity Manager will support all
                                                                                                                   EmeraldACTIVE excursions and host daily
                                                                                        MAR 25;                    onboard wellness activities, games, classes and
                         2022 Departure Dates                                   APR 2, 7*, 16, 21*, 27*, 28
                         Tulip Time on Jewels of the Rhine                        PER              SINGLE          evening entertainment
                                                                                PERSON             ROOM
                         CAT STATEROOM / SUITE                     DECK          TWIN               ADD          • All gratuities included
                             E     Emerald Stateroom              Riviera        $4,449           + $2,894       • Explore the magnificent Keukenhof Gardens
                             D                                    Riviera
                                   Emerald Stateroom                             $4,549           + $2,959
                                                                                                                 • Shore excursions with English-speaking
                             C     Panorama Balcony Suite           Vista        $5,099           + $3,314
                                                                                                                   local guides
                             B     Panorama Balcony Suite          Vista         $5,349           + $3,479
                             A     Panorama Balcony Suite         Horizon        $5,599           + $3,639
                                                                                                                 • Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites
                             S     Grand Balcony Suite            Horizon        $5,999             N/A          • Personal listening device for shore excursions
                          SA Owner’s One-Bedroom Suite Horizon                   $6,799             N/A          • All meals included onboard
                                Call for air rates and schedules from your city to                               • Variety of international cuisine
                         Amsterdam, the Netherlands, returning from Zurich, Switzerland.                         • Complimentary regional wines, beer and soft
                             *These departures operate from Zurich, Switzerland to Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
                                                                                                                   drinks with onboard lunches and dinners
                         CRUISE AND HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
                                                                                                                 • Complimentary bottled water in your stateroom
                         Days 2 through 8 – Aboard an Emerald Cruises
                                                                                                                 • Complimentary WiFi onboard
                         Star-Ship (pg. 87)
                         Days 9 and 10 – Hotel Europe or similar,                                                • Complimentary bicycles onboard for
                         Lucerne, Switzerland                                                                      use ashore
                         Pre or post-cruise hotel stays available in Amsterdam. Call for details.                • All port charges included
                                                       TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL                                       • Two-night hotel stay and touring in Lucerne
                                                         1 2 3 4 5                                               • $55 in Mayflower Money
                                                       EASY                 ENERGETIC

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Christmas Markets in Cologne, Germany

                 Christmas Markets Cruise
                  on the Romantic Rhine
                              Switzerland • France • Germany • the Netherlands

          9 DAYS • 20 MEALS Christmas time in Europe is a very special time of year. Explore the
          Netherlands, Germany and France as they celebrate this festive season. Discover what makes
          each port of call unique, roam the cities, and find treasures to take home for your family, friends
          and for yourself, carefully selected at each Christmas Market! Accomplish all of this while
          relaxing onboard your floating hotel on the Romantic Rhine, Europe’s longest river. Travel
          onboard a luxurious Emerald Cruises Star-Ship and discover Europe at the most wonderful time
          of the year!

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NETHERLANDS
                                                                                                                          Amsterdam

                                                                                                                                                         Cologne
                                                                                                                                                         Rhine River

                                                                                                                                                        7
                                                                                                                                                                 GERMANY
                                                                                                                                                             Koblenz
                                                                                                                                           Cochem
                                                                                                                                                    Mannheim
ETHERLANDS                                                                                                                                                              Heidelberg
m                                                                                                                            FRANCE                                  Bruchsal Palace
                                                                                                                                        Strasbourg
                  Cologne                                                                                                                                   Kehl
                                                                                                                                        Riquewihr
                  7                                                                                                                                      Breisach
                        GERMANY                                                                          1   Cruise Overnights

                      Koblenz                                                                                Visit                            Basel
       Cochem                                                                                                                                                      Zurich
                                                                                                             DiscoverMORE
             Mannheim
                                                                                                             Tour Route
                                                                                                                                             SWITZERLAND
                             EnjoyHeidelberg
                                   free time to explore the enchanting Christmas Markets of Europe
ANCE                                                                                                         Cruise Route
                         Rhine River
    Strasbourg
                      Kehl
                             DAY 1           Depart the USA
                  Breisach
                             DAY 2           Zurich – Basel, Switzerland                                 Exceptional Inclusions
          Basel              DAY 3           Breisach, Germany
                                                                                                         ...............................................
                             Zurich
                  DAY 4                      Strasbourg, France
                                                                                                         • 20 Meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners
         SWITZERLAND
                  DAY 5                      Mannheim – Heidelberg, Germany                              • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is
                             DAY 6           Koblenz                                                       provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours
                             DAY 7           Cologne                                                     • Seven-night cruise
                             DAY 8           Amsterdam, the Netherlands                                  • First-class service by an English-speaking crew
                             DAY 9           Amsterdam / USA                                             • English-speaking Cruise Director onboard
                                                Itinerary is subject to change.                          • Shore excursions with English-speaking
                                 DiscoverMORE:                                                             local guides
                                • Tour of Riquewihr (additional expense)
                                                                                                         • Personal listening device for excursions
                                • Evening Concert at Bruchsal Palace (additional expense)
                                • Moselle & Cochem (Reichsburg) Castle (additional expense)              • All meals included with a variety of
                                • Visit Farina Eau de Cologne Museum (additional expense)                  international cuisine
                             For more details or a full itinerary visit mayflowercruisesandtours.com     • Onboard Activity Manager will support all
                                        or contact a Mayflower travel specialist today.                    EmeraldACTIVE excursions and host daily
                                                                                                           onboard wellness activities, games, classes and
                                                                                                           evening entertainment
                       2022 Departure Date                                           NOV 27
                       Christmas Markets Cruise
                                                                              PER             SINGLE     • Complimentary WiFi onboard
                       on the Romantic Rhine                                PERSON            ROOM
                       CAT STATEROOM / SUITE                   DECK          TWIN              ADD       • All gratuities included
                         E     Emerald Stateroom              Riviera       $4,599         + $2,989      • Complimentary bikes onboard for use ashore
                         D     Emerald Stateroom              Riviera       $4,699         + $3,059      • $45 in Mayflower Money
                         C     Panorama Balcony Suite           Vista       $5,259         + $3,409

                         B     Panorama Balcony Suite          Vista        $5,499         + $3,579    CRUISE AND HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
                         A     Panorama Balcony Suite         Horizon       $5,799         + $3,769    Days 2 through 8 – Aboard an Emerald Cruises
                         S     Grand Balcony Suite            Horizon       $6,199             N/A     Star-Ship (pg. 87)
                        SA Owner’s One-Bedroom Suite          Horizon       $6,999             N/A                               TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL

                          Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Zurich,                                              1 2 3 4 5
                        Switzerland, and returning from Amsterdam, the Netherlands.                                              EASY                ENERGETIC

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Budapest, Hungary

                                Danube Explorer
                      The Czech Republic • Germany • Austria • Slovakia • Hungary

          11 DAYS • 21 MEALS Experience the Danube River onboard an award-winning Emerald
          Cruises Star-Ship through four stunning countries. Explore fascinating ports of call with local
          English-speaking guides. Take in local culture, visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites, taste
          regional specialties and beverages and more on your seven-night cruise. During the two-night
          stay in the majestic city of Prague, included touring showcases its historic and picturesque sites.

                             Key:    EmeraldPLUS         EmeraldACTIVE         DiscoverMORE

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2 Prague
                                                                                                              Terezin

                                                                                                                                CZECH REPUBLIC

               2 Prague
   Terezin                                                                                                                      Ceský Krumlov
                                                                                                          Passau
                                                                                                                                           Dürnstein                SLOVAKIA
                    CZECH REPUBLIC                                                                                      Linz
                                                                                             GERMANY                                                   Weissenkirchen

                                                                                                                                                              Bratislava
                                                                                                                     Salzburg       Melk         Vienna

                    Ceský Krumlov                                                                                                 Schallaburg Castle                7        Szentendre
  Passau
             Linz
                               Dürnstein
                                                 SLOVAKIA                                    1   Hotel Overnights
                                                                                                                         AUSTRIA                                  Budapest
MANY                                                                                                                                                          Danube River
                                                                                             1   Cruise Overnights
                                              Bratislava
                        Melk         Vienna
                                                                                                 Visit                                                    HUNGARY
                                                    7         Szentendre                         DiscoverMORE
              AUSTRIA                             Budapest                                       Tour Route
                                              Danube River
                          Historic towers dominate Old Town Square, Prague, Czech Republic       Cruise Route

                                           HUNGARY

                    DAY 1 Depart the USA: Depart the USA on your
                                                                                             Exceptional Inclusions
                    overnight flight to Prague, Czech Republic.                              ...............................................
                                                                                             • 21 Meals: 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 7 dinners
                    DAY 2 Prague, Czech Republic: Welcome to the Czech
                                                                                             • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is
                    Republic! Upon arrival you will be met at the airport
                                                                                               provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours
                    by a representative of Mayflower Cruises and Tours
                                                                                             • Visit five countries
                    and transferred to your hotel in Prague. The day is at
                    leisure to begin discovering your new surroundings.                      • Two-night hotel stay and touring in Prague,
                                                                                               the Czech Republic
                    DAY 3 Prague: After breakfast, enjoy an included city                    • Seven-night cruise in a suite or stateroom of
                    tour, highlighting the famous sites of this beautiful city.                your choice onboard the vessel
                    Following a brief panoramic drive, the heart of the city                 • All gratuities included
                    is discovered on foot. See Old Town Square with its
                                                                                             • First-class service by an English-speaking crew
                    historic astronomical clock and the medieval Charles
                                                                                             • Onboard Activity Manager will support all
                    Bridge. The tour concludes at the hotel. During free
                    time this afternoon, continue to explore the city on                       EmeraldACTIVE excursions and host daily
                    your own, or join the optional excursion to the Terezin                    onboard wellness activities, games, classes and
                    Concentration Camp. Meal: B                                                evening entertainment
                        Terezin Concentration Camp (additional expense)                      • Shore excursions with English-speaking
                                                                                               local guides
                    DAY 4 Prague – Passau, Germany: Depart Prague and                        • Personal listening device for onboard excursions
                    journey by motorcoach to Passau, Germany, where                          • Most meals included onboard with a variety of
                    your friendly Captain and crew welcome you onboard                         international cuisine
                    your luxurious Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. Enjoy the
                                                                                             • Complimentary regional wines, beer and soft
                    afternoon at leisure to explore the ship and become
                                                                                               drinks accompany onboard lunches and dinners
                    acquainted with the onboard amenities. This evening join
                    your fellow guests for dinner onboard. Meals: B, D                       • Complimentary bottled water in your stateroom
                                                                                             • Complimentary WiFi onboard
                    DAY 5 Passau: Narrow cobblestone streets welcome                         • Complimentary bicycles onboard for use ashore
                    you to Passau, a town nestled on the confluence of                       • All port charges included
                    three of Europe’s main waterways. This important
                                                                                             • $55 in Mayflower Money
                    historic trading center borders Austria and Croatia, and a
                    distinctive blend of cultures can be found here.

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Danube Explorer
     Your local guide will take you on a walking tour of the                 DAY 7 Melk – Dürnstein, Austria: Relax as you cruise
     town, touching on its distinctive historic buildings. See the           down the Danube River early this morning, passing
     Baroque St. Stephen’s Cathedral with its ornate columns                 delightful apricot orchards and beautiful terraced vineyards
     and arches and the Altes Rathaus, or Town Hall, a                       that produce some of the world’s best wine, before arriving
     collection of eight historic patrician houses built between             in Melk. Enjoy an included tour of Melk Abbey, originally a
     the 14th and 15th centuries. Alternatively, if you are                  lavish castle that was gifted to Benedictine monks during
     feeling more active, participate in a guided hike to Veste              the 11th century. This opulent Baroque building features
     Oberhaus. Meals: B, L, D                                                ornate gold leaf walls, seemingly endless spiral staircases
         Guided hike to Veste Oberhaus (instead of city tour)                and is home to some of the most important collections
         Bavaria Live (additional expense)                                   of medieval manuscripts in the world. After the tour, sail
                                                                             through the idyllic Wachau Valley, passing medieval
     DAY 6 Linz, Austria / Ceský Krumlov, Czech Republic:                    villages, vineyards and areas of natural beauty. Upon
     Today’s adventure takes you to the UNESCO World                         arrival in Dürnstein, you can choose time at leisure to
     Heritage town of Ceský Krumlov. With its 13th-century                   wander through this enchanting village, or hike to the ruins
     castle, meandering river, and a maze of quaint alleyways,               of Dürnstein Castle where Richard the Lionheart was held
     this town has one of the best-preserved centers in Europe.              prisoner. Alternatively, for a different perspective, stay in
     Join your local guide to traverse a labyrinth of winding                Melk and join a guided bike ride from Melk to Dürnstein.
     cobblestone lanes as you experience the charming                        Meals: B, L, D
     atmosphere of Ceský Krumlov’s medieval buildings and                        from Melk: Tour of Schallaburg Castle (additional expense)
     iconic castle complex. During the excursion, visit the 15th-               from Dürnstein: Weissenkirchen vineyard hike with tasting
     century St. VItus’ Church, a highlight of the town.                     		 (additional expense)
     Meals: B, D                                                                 A guided bike ride along the Danube*
         A guided walking tour of Ceský Krumlov                                  A guided hike to Dürnstein Castle*
         A tour of Salzburg (additional expense)*                            * the ACTIVE events overlap; only one can be selected

     *Instead of the included excursion

                   Visit the UNESCO World Heritage center of Ceský Krumlov                                                   Melk Benedictine Abbey

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DAY 8 Vienna: Welcome to Vienna, Austria’s capital                                DAY 10 Budapest, Hungary: Welcome to the “Pearl of the
and the capital of classical music. The city perfectly                            Danube”. Explore Budapest’s cobbled medieval quarter
encapsulates the opulence of the Habsburg Monarchy and                            as you embark on a coach tour through the UNESCO
their ornate Baroque palaces. On the included city tour,                          World Heritage city center. Your guide will highlight a
see monuments and grand buildings as the coach drives                             number of architectural wonders from across the ages,
along the famous Ringstrasse. During the walking tour,                            enabling you to follow a journey from Budapest’s Roman
stroll with your guide through the city center, a UNESCO                          beginnings to the addition of ornate Romanesque and
World Heritage Site. Marvel at the classic architectural                          Baroque architecture in the centuries that followed. If you
styles of the buildings, see St. Stephen’s Cathedral and                          are feeling more active, you may instead choose to hike to
the Hofburg Palace, right in the middle of the city center. If                    Buda Hill. The surrounding area has been rebuilt several
you are feeling more active, opt to explore on two wheels,                        times, most recently following the air raids of WWII. Some
cycling along the river to experience the city by bike.                           18th-century Baroque houses still stand, best explored
Meals: B, L, D                                                                    by foot along the medieval paths and alleyways in the
     Bike tour in Vienna (instead of city tour)                                   area around Buda Castle. This evening, join your fellow
     Tastes of Vienna tour (additional expense)                                   guests for a folklore performance onboard and a traditional
   An exclusive Viennese evening concert with the music                           Hungarian dinner. Relax on the Sun Deck and enjoy the
		 of Mozart and Strauss (additional expense)                                     fabulous view of the city, aglow in nighttime splendor.
                                                                                  Meals: B, L, D
DAY 9 Bratislava, Slovakia: Today you sail into the capital                            Guided hike to Buda Hill (instead of city tour)
of Slovakia. This graceful nation became an independent                                Tour of Szentendre (additional expense)*
country in 1993, and since then, Bratislava has flourished                             Jewish Heritage Tour (additional expense)*
as a new capital and made a name for itself as a cultural                              A traditional Hungarian folklore show
center. The romantic cobblestone lanes that weave                                 * the DiscoverMORE’s operate simultaneously; only one can be selected
through the city are explored with your local guide as you
enjoy a walking tour of the ancient town center. See the                          DAY 11 Budapest / USA: Bid a fond farewell to Europe
Slovak National Theatre and a range of Gothic and Art                             and return home with wonderful memories of life-enriching
Nouveau buildings. Alternatively, embark on a guided hike                         experiences from your cruise along the Danube River.
to Bratislava Castle, a landmark steeped in legends that                          Meal: B
looks as though it came from the pages of a fairytale book.
                                                                                                          Itinerary is subject to change.
Meals: B, L, D
     A guided hike to Bratislava Castle
     Local Slovakian entertainment onboard

2022 Departure Dates                                  MAY 5, 16               JUL 14                 AUG 31*                 SEP 5                 OCT 1*
Danube Explorer                                    PER       SINGLE       PER       SINGLE        PER      SINGLE         PER    SINGLE        PER     SINGLE
                                                 PERSON      ROOM       PERSON      ROOM        PERSON     ROOM         PERSON   ROOM        PERSON    ROOM
CAT STATEROOM / SUITE                 DECK        TWIN        ADD        TWIN        ADD         TWIN       ADD          TWIN     ADD         TWIN      ADD

 E   Emerald Stateroom               Riviera      $4,649    + $3,022     $4,649    + $3,022      $4,649   + $3,022      $4,649   + $3,022    $4,649    + $3,022
 D   Emerald Stateroom               Riviera      $4,699    + $3,054     $4,699    + $3,054      $4,699   + $3,054      $4,699   + $3,054    $4,699    + $3,054
 C   Panorama Balcony Suite           Vista       $5,449    + $3,542     $5,449    + $3,542      $5,449   + $3,542      $5,449   + $3,542    $5,449    + $3,542
 B   Panorama Balcony Suite           Vista       $5,499    + $3,574    $5,499     + $3,574      $5,499   + $3,574      $5,499   + $3,574    $5,499    + $3,574
 A   Panorama Balcony Suite          Horizon      $5,799    + $3,769    $5,799     + $3,769      $5,799   + $3,769      $5,799   + $3,769    $5,799    + $3,769
 S   Grand Balcony Suite             Horizon      $6,399       N/A      $6,399         N/A       $6,399     N/A         $6,399       N/A     $6,399      N/A
SA Owner’s One-Bedroom Suite         Horizon      $6,899       N/A      $6,899         N/A       $6,899     N/A         $6,899       N/A     $6,899      N/A

           Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Prague, Czech Republic, returning from Budapest, Hungary.
                                          *These departures operate from Budapest, Hungary to Prague, Czech Republic.

                 CRUISE AND HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
                 Days 2 and 3 – Hotel Grandium, or similar, Prague, Czech Republic                                   TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
                 Days 4 through 10 – aboard an Emerald Cruises Star-Ship                      (pg. 87)
                                                                                                                        1 2 3 4 5
                 Pre or post-cruise hotel stays available in Budapest. Call for details.                             EASY              ENERGETIC

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Budapest, Hungary

           Danube Delights River Cruise
                      Hungary • Slovakia • Austria • Germany • the Czech Republic

          11 DAYS • 22 MEALS Experience everything the Danube River has to offer as you cruise
          through four countries. History comes to life on walking tours through medieval cities. Castles
          perched on hilltops; quaint villages along the shores; architectural masterpieces in ports of call
          and spectacular scenery around every bend of the river. Bustling, cosmopolitan cities and those
          filled with the charm of picturesque alleyways and cobblestoned lanes lined with shops and
          cafés. All of these delights await your discovery on this Danube River cruise.

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                                                                                                                                        CZECH REPUBLIC
                                                                                                             Nuremburg

               2 Prague                                                                                      Regensburg           Bavarian Forest

   Terezin                                                                                                               Passau                       Dürnstein
                                                                                                                                                                       SLOVAKIA
                    CZECH REPUBLIC                                                                   GERMANY
                                                                                                                                                                     Bratislava
                                                                                                                                               Melk         Vienna
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                    Ceský Krumlov
  Passau
                               Dürnstein
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             Linz                                 SLOVAKIA                                       1   Hotel Overnights                                                          Budapest
MANY                                                                                                                                                                 Danube River
                                                                                                 1   Cruise Overnights
                                               Bratislava
                        Melk         Vienna
                                                                                                     Visit
                                                                                                                                                                  HUNGARY
                                                     7          Szentendre                           DiscoverMORE
              AUSTRIA                              Budapest                                          Tour Route
                                               DanubeBratislava
                                              Witness River     Castle as you cruise into port       Cruise Route

                                           HUNGARY

                    DAY 1 Depart the USA: Depart the USA on your                                 Exceptional Inclusions
                    overnight flight to Budapest, Hungary.                                       ...............................................
                                                                                                 • 22 Meals: 9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners
                    DAY 2 Budapest, Hungary: Upon arrival, transfer to the                       • Airport transfers on tour dates when air is
                    ship, home for the next seven nights. The afternoon is
                                                                                                     provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours
                    at leisure to become acquainted with the ship or begin
                                                                                                 • Visit five countries
                    exploring the city on your own. This evening, join
                    your fellow travelers for a traditional Hungarian dinner                     • Seven-night cruise in a suite or stateroom of
                    and a folk dancing and musical performance by local                              your choice onboard the vessel
                    entertainers onboard. Meal: D                                                • All gratuities included
                        Traditional Hungarian Folklore Show
                                                                                                 • First-class service by an English-speaking crew
                                                                                                 • Onboard Activity Manager will support all
                    DAY 3 Budapest: Today’s included tour presents you
                                                                                                   EmeraldACTIVE excursions and host daily
                    with a fantastic opportunity to become acquainted
                                                                                                   onboard wellness activities, games, classes and
                    with Hungary’s beautiful capital. See the Hungarian
                    Parliament Building, Heroes’ Square, Andrassy Avenue                             evening entertainment
                    – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Buda Castle                          • Shore excursions with English-speaking
                    District. Alternatively, enjoy a guided hike to Buda Hill for                  local guides
                    a postcard-worthy panorama of the Danube banks. This                         • Personal listening device for excursions
                    afternoon, the ship departs for Bratislava.
                                                                                                 • All meals included onboard with a variety of
                    Meals: B, L, D
                                                                                                   international cuisine
                        Guided hike to Buda Hill (instead of city tour)
                                                                                                 • Complimentary regional wines, beer and soft
                                                                                                   drinks accompany onboard lunches and dinners
                    DAY 4 Bratislava, Slovakia: This morning, relax onboard
                    as the ship sails to Bratislava. Witness Bratislava Castle,                  • Complimentary bottled water in your stateroom
                    perched atop a hill, as you arrive into port. During the                     • Complimentary WiFi onboard
                    guided walking tour, meander through the heart of the                        • Complimentary bicycles onboard for use ashore
                    city as you view the lavish Episcopal Summer Palace, the                     • All port charges included
                    neo-Renaissance façade of the Slovak National Theater,
                                                                                                 • Two-night hotel stay and touring in
                    and charming streets lined with quaint shops and cafés.
                    Alternatively, choose to join the hike to the castle for a                       Prague, Czech Republic
                    look around the gardens and overview of the Danube.                          • $55 in Mayflower Money

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Danube Delights River Cruise
     This afternoon, a highlight of the day will be a home-hosted              Stiftskirche. The ruins of Kuenringerburg Castle, which
     visit where you are treated to tasty homemade specialties                 served as a prison to England’s Richard the Lionheart,
     in the home of local Slovakians. What a unique opportunity                can be seen on the hilltop. Discover the charms of this
     to meet the locals and learn about life in Slovakia!                      picturesque town on your own, or join the guided hike
     Meals: B, L, D                                                            to the castle. Later this morning, enjoy the breathtaking
         Hike to Bratislava Castle (instead of city tour)                      scenery of the Wachau Valley while cruising along the
         Home-hosted coffee and cake with a local family                       Danube before arriving in Melk. On an included excursion,
         Skoda Tour of Post-Communist Bratislava (additional expense)          visit the magnificent 900-year-old Benedictine Abbey, a
                                                                               UNESCO World Heritage Site, which boasts an opulent
     DAY 5 Vienna, Austria: Welcome to Vienna, the capital                     Baroque interior. Meals: B, L, D
     of classical music. Today you have a choice of activities:                    Guided hike to Dürnstein Castle*
     explore Austria’s capital with a drive along the Ringstrasse                  Guided bike tour along the Danube from Dürnstein to Melk*
     to see the impressive Opera House, Burgtheater and Town                   *the EmeraldACTIVE events overlap; only one can be selected
     Hall, followed by a walking tour through the UNESCO
     World Heritage city center to see St. Stephen’s Cathedral                 DAY 7 Passau, Germany: After a relaxing morning
     and the Hofburg Imperial Palace. OR, explore on two                       onboard, the ship arrives in Passau where cobblestone
     wheels with a bike ride along the river, arriving at Danube               streets and graceful arcades welcome you. On an included
     Island. Meals: B, L, D                                                    walking tour, stroll through the old town’s narrow alleyways
         Guided bike tour (instead of city tour)                               and see the hilltop Oberhaus Fortress from the town below.
         Tastes of Vienna (additional expense)                                 St. Stephen’s Cathedral is a wonderful example of Baroque
         Exclusive Viennese concert with music from Mozart                     architecture and home to Europe’s largest church organ
         and Strauss (additional expense)                                      with more than 17,000 pipes. After a bit of free time, return
                                                                               to the ship for lunch and a leisurely afternoon sailing along
     DAY 6 Dürnstein – Melk: Awaken this morning in the                        the river to Regensburg. Meals: B, L, D
     medieval town of Dürnstein – “The Pearl of the Wachau                         Excursion to the Bavarian Forest (additional expense)
     Valley” - dominated by the magnificent Baroque                                Hike to Veste Oberhaus

                                    Hofburg Imperial Palace, Vienna, Austria                      Dürnstein, Austria – The “Pearl of the Wachau Valley”

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Regensburg – one of Germany’s best-preserved medieval cities                                                           Prague’s historic Astronomical Clock

DAY 8 Regensburg: A morning arrival in Regensburg                               Following a brief panoramic drive, the heart of the city is
brings you to one of Germany’s best-preserved medieval                          discovered on foot. See Old Town Square with its historic
cities and home to one of the oldest bridges crossing the                       astronomical clock, and the medieval Charles Bridge. The
Danube. As a local guide leads you through cobblestone                          tour concludes at the hotel with the evening at leisure.
lanes on a walking tour, discover the UNESCO World                              Meal: B
Heritage old town and see many of the city’s architectural
highlights. Enjoy the last evening onboard as the ship                          DAY 10 Prague: Your final day is left free of planned
overnights in Regensburg. Meals: B, L, D                                        activities for your independent exploration of Prague. Or, if
     Nuremberg City Tour (additional expense)                                   you choose, join the morning optional excursion to Terezin
     Traditional Bavarian Band onboard                                          Concentration Camp. Meal: B
                                                                                     Terezin Concentration Camp (additional expense)
DAY 9 Regensburg – Prague, Czech Republic: After
breakfast, say goodbye to your Captain and crew as you                          DAY 11 Prague / USA: Bid a fond farewell to Europe and
disembark your ship and depart by motorcoach for Prague,                        return home with wonderful memories of life enriching
Czech Republic. Upon arrival, free time for lunch on your                       experiences from your cruise along the Danube River.
own, followed by an included city tour highlighting the                         Meal: B
famous sites of this beautiful city.                                                                     Itinerary is subject to change.

2022 Departure Dates                                                                     MAY 14                                      JUN 14*
Danube Delights River Cruise                                                    PER                  SINGLE                  PER                SINGLE
                                                                              PERSON                 ROOM                  PERSON               ROOM
CAT STATEROOM / SUITE                              DECK                        TWIN                   ADD                   TWIN                 ADD

 E   Emerald Stateroom                            Riviera                     $4,649                + $3,022               $4,649               + $3,019
 D   Emerald Stateroom                            Riviera                     $4,699                + $3,054               $4,699               + $3,059
 C   Panorama Balcony Suite                         Vista                     $5,449                + $3,542               $5,449               + $3,539
 B   Panorama Balcony Suite                        Vista                      $5,499                + $3,574               $5,499               + $3,579
 A   Panorama Balcony Suite                       Horizon                     $5,799                + $3,769               $5,799               + $3,769
 S   Grand Balcony Suite                          Horizon                     $6,399                   N/A                 $6,399                 N/A
SA Owner’s One-Bedroom Suite                      Horizon                     $6,899                   N/A                 $6,899                 N/A

           Call for air rates and schedules from your city to Budapest, Hungary, returning from Prague, Czech Republic.
                                         *This departure operates from Prague, Czech Republic to Budapest, Hungary.

               CRUISE AND HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
               Days 2 through 8 – aboard an Emerald Cruises Star-ship (pg. 87)                                   TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL
               Days 9 and 10 – Hotel Grandium or similar, Prague, Czech Republic                                      1 2 3 4 5
               Pre or post-cruise hotel stays available in Budapest. Call for details.                           EASY               ENERGETIC

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