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2012 Departure Date:April 23

Romantic Rhine River Cruise

featuring Floriade 2012

Switzerland • France • Germany • The Netherlands

European HorticulturalExposition which

occurs once every 10years.

Tammy’s Journeysaffiliate of Nervig Travel

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WELCOME ABOARD THE MS SWISS CROWNYou’ll feel a sense of adventure as you imagine thehistoric events that occurred along these water-ways where the ever-changing scenes of villages,castles and kingdoms unfold before your eyes.From the comfort of a cozy lounge or out on thesundeck, cruise waterways that have determinedthe course of European history

STRASBOURG – CAPITAL OF THE ALSACEREGION – Situated in France and on the border ofGermany lies lovely Strasbourg, with its monu-mental cathedral featuring carvings as delicate asany piece of lacework. Strasbourg is one ofEurope’s most attractive cities. Culturally influ-enced by both countries and the seat of theEuropean Parliament, your included city tour fea-tures the fascinating Old Quarter, “La PetiteFrance” with its typical Alsatian half-timberedhouses and the magnificent Gothic cathedralwith its famous astronomical clock.

SPEYER/HEIDELBERG –Take an optional excur-sion to Heidelberg, famous for its red-walled16th-century Castle. With its picture-postcardhouses and maze of roofs, Heidelberg representsthe essence of German Romanticism. Enjoy freetime before returning to the river ship.

RÜDESHEIM – ONE OF THE RHINE’S MOSTDELIGHTFUL TOWNS – Nature and history haveleft a rich heritage here in the wine-growingRheingau region whose origins date back to pre-Roman times. The inescapable romanticism ofthe Rhine, the historic palaces and ancient cas-tles, excellent riesling and pinot noir wines,together with Rüdesheim’s famous hospitalityand conviviality give the town a very distinctiveatmosphere. Rüdesheim provides a fascinatinglook through German history. See Market Squareand aristocratic mansions. Stop in a beer hall or

wine tavern along the lively Drosselgasse, filledwith music and song, and sample the best of gen-uine Rhine hospitality.

COLOGNE – ONE OF GERMANY’S OLDESTCITIES – When you visit 2,000-year-oldCologne, the largest city in Germany during theMiddle Ages, you're sure to be enchanted by theblend of Romanesque churches, simple post-warbuildings, and classic modern architecture. Visitthe magnificent cathedral, the largest in Germany,which took 600 years to construct and serves asthe symbol of the city. See the Shrine of the ThreeMagi, a masterpiece of goldsmith artistry. Enjoyan optional tour around this beautiful city, whereperfumed water was first created and cologne getsits name.

DUSSELDORF – The history of the town ofDüsseldorf dates back to1135. And since 1946, ithas been the new federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia. The Old Town of Düsseldorf, almostcompletely destroyed during World War II, wasrebuilt according to historic plans on its founda-tion walls, which makes it look like a real historictown. The old town is the home of “Altbier,” atop-fermented, dark beer. They say it tastes bestat the historical brewing houses. Shops andrestaurants line the quaint streets awaiting yourvisit to enjoy them.

NIJMEGEN – THE OLDEST CITY IN THENETHERLANDS – Nijmegen, the oldest city in theNetherlands, is situated on a range of hills nearthe River Waal. Anyone visiting Nijmegen willunderstand why its citizens are so proud of theircity: the waterfront set against the backdrop ofthe city centre is a splendid sight. Admire too theold buildings on the Grote Markt, the historicchapel combined with modern architecture onthe Marienburg, or stroll down the Waalkade

along Europe's busiest waterway. DiscoverRoman finds and modern art side by side inMuseum Het Valkhof. Visit extraordinary bou-tiques in historic buildings and trendy shops inthe modern two-story Marikenstraat.

VENLO – EXPERIENCE FLORIADE 2012 – Venlois located in green surroundings in NorthernLimburg, next to the German border. With theriver Meuse running right through its centre fromSouth to North -- Venlo is at the heart of theregion. Here you will enjoy a full-day at Floriade2012.

Floriade is a World Horticultural Expo stagedonce every ten years in the Netherlands. Millionsof visitors will enjoy a cultural program of music,dance, literature, theatre and visual art from allover the world. Sustainable, pioneering architec-tural attractions, as never seen before, will beshown for the first time at Floriade 2012. Withcountless exciting, innovative and educationaldisplays and activities, this is a spectacular eventof discovery for all ages. Various characteristicrestaurants and friendly, welcoming cafes offervisitors a place to experience delicious local andinternational cuisine, naturally prepared withhome grown ingredients.

Floriade 2012 lets you experience nature. Usingthe senses of sight, hearing, taste, touch and smellyou can experience first hand the influence horti-culture has on the quality of our daily lives.Visitors to Floriade 2012 will have the opportuni-ty to enjoy the world's most exquisite and excep-tional flowers, plants, trees and fruit and vegeta-bles.

AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND – THE “VENICE OFTHE NORTH” – With its winding tree-shadedcanals, ornately gabled 16th-century townhouses,

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The Floriade, a World Horticultural Expo Amsterdam, The Netherlands

DAY BY DAY• 23 Meals (8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 8 dinners)• Airport transfers when air is provided by Mayflower • Mayflower Tours expert staff onboard to assist you • $50 in Mayflower Money

Day One • Transatlantic flight to Zurich, Switzerland

Day Two• Arrive in Zurich, Switzerland, meet your Tour Manager.

Transfer to Basel and enjoy a walking tour before embarking the MS Swiss Crown, your home for the next seven nights.

• Afternoon at leisure • Light lunch onboard• Welcome Reception and dinner onboard • Cruise to Strasbourg

Day Three• Breakfast, lunch, tea with pastries, and dinner onboard • Arrive Strasbourg, France with an included city tour• Depart Strasbourg for Speyer

Day Four• Breakfast, lunch, tea with pastries, and dinner onboard • Arrive Speyer; join an optional excursion to Heidelberg• Depart Speyer• Arrive Rüdesheim; evening at leisure

Day Five• Breakfast, lunch, tea with pastries, and dinner onboard • Depart Rüdesheim for Cologne for an afternoon at leisure

or enjoy an optional city tour of Cologne• Depart Cologne late afternoon• Arrive Dusseldorf in the evening; enjoy a walking tour

of the Old Town

Day Six• Breakfast, lunch, tea with pastries, and dinner onboard • Depart Dusseldorf early this morning for Nijmegen• Enjoy Nijmegen on your own or join an optional

excursion to the Kroller Muller Museum• Cruise from Nijmegen to Venlo this afternoon• Arrive Venlo in the evening

Day Seven• Breakfast, lunch, tea with pastries, and dinner onboard • Experience an included full-day at Floriade 2012 – the

world-renowned horticultural exposition held every ten years

Day Eight• Breakfast, lunch, tea with pastries, and dinner onboard • Depart from Venlo early this morning for Amsterdam• Full day cruising on the Rhine River• Farewell Dinner onboard • Arrive Amsterdam at night

Day Nine• Breakfast onboard• Disembark ship; and enjoy a panoramic city tour of

Amsterdam before transferring to your hotel,the Mercure Aan de Amstel

• Optional excursion to Keukenhof Gardens at the height of tulip season

• Farewell Dinner in the hotel

Day Ten• Breakfast at your hotel• Transfer to the Amsterdam airport for return flights home

KEY FEATURES

Cruise the Romantic Rhine River Drosselgasse, Rüdesheim, Germany

• Accommodations at the Mercure Aan de Amstel in Amsterdam,The Netherlands

allowing for convenient transfers from Schiphol airport.

• There is no better way to experience waterways of The Netherlands and the Rhine

River than by cruising aboard our exclusively chartered river vessel the MS Swiss Crown.

• After boarding, unpack just once in your comfortable outside stateroom with large

picture windows for perfect viewing.

• An included full-day at Floriade 2012, the world-renowned European Horticultural

Exposition staged only once every ten years showcasing the world’s most exquisite

and exceptional flowers, plants, trees, fruit and vegetables.

• Included shore excursions escorted by local English-speaking guides in Amsterdam,

Düsseldorf, and Strasbourg

• Narrated cruising through the UNESCO World Heritage Region of the Rhine River

Valley including Lorelei Rock.

• All meals included onboard. Enjoy a variety of international and local cuisines. All

four-course dinners are served with regional wines. Afternoon tea and pastries

erved daily in the lounge.

• Inviting public areas with large picture windows in the lounge and bar are

comfortably furnished with large sofas complete with evening piano music.

• Enjoy local cultural entertainment and a cuckoo clock demonstration.

hundreds of bridges and tulips everywhere,Amsterdam is a garden of earthly delights.Like the diamonds that make it famous,Amsterdam shines with works of the world’sgreatest artists.

KEUKENHOF GARDENS – Join us for anoptional excursion to Keukenhof, also calledthe “Garden of Europe.” Known throughoutthe world for its open-air flower exhibitiononly two months a year, admire flowers at theheight of tulip season.

HOTEL AND CRUISE ACCOMMODATIONSDays Two through Eight – aboard the MS Swiss Crown

Day Nine – Mercure Aan de Amstel, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Comfortable, Well-appointed StateroomsAfter boarding, unpack only once. All stateroomsonboard offer excellent outside views and convertfrom a sitting room by day to a bedroom at night.Attentive onboard staff takes care of your needs toensure your comfort. Each first-class stateroom isfully equipped with comfortable furnishings whichinclude private bathroom with shower, hair dryer,radio, color television, individual heating/air condi-tioning controls, safe and telephone. The DiamondDeck cabins feature floor to ceiling sliding patio-style"French balcony" windows. Ruby Deck has largepanoramic windows while the Emerald Deck hassmaller fixed windows.

All Meals Included OnboardThree meals daily are served graciously at oneleisurely single seating in the exquisite dining roomand feature local and international specialties. Alldinners are four courses and are served with region-al wines. While dining, you will enjoy the splendidviews of the passing scenic landscapes through thelarge picture windows. You’ll find complimentarycoffee or tea served throughout the day in the lounge.Enjoy a special treat of afternoon tea and pastries anda late evening buffet also served in the comfortablelounge.

Ample Public SpacesThe classic and inviting main lounge has large pic-ture windows and is furnished with comfortablesofas and chairs. It is one of the many ideal placesfrom where passengers may choose to enjoy thisunique river cruise. A cozy, full-service bar and dancefloor is a welcoming area of the main lounge. The barstays busy till late at night. A wide range of drinksawaits you, and the bartender ensures that the glass-es are full and the ambience is convivial.

A musician will entertain each evening enhancingthe classic environment and the relaxed atmosphere.Unique entertainment and demonstrations such asdancers or local handicrafts will be scheduled in thelounge. A gift shop offers both sundries and sou-venirs. Also enjoy the open sundeck from where onecan enjoy panoramic views of the ever changingscenery.

Wellness CenterTo enhance your relaxation onboard, a wellness areawith a sauna, steam bath and solarium, as well as awhirlpool on the sun deck invite you to linger, enjoyyourself and rejuvenate.

MS Swiss Crown Dinning Room

MS Swiss Crown The 154-passenger MS Swiss Crown is fully air-conditioned and has a classically elegant interior that immediately creates a pleasant atmosphere and a perfect holiday feeling.

MS Swiss Crown Spa

MS Swiss Crown Stateroom

MS Swiss Crown Lounge

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FOR RESERVATIONS OR INFORMATION CONTACT:

Tammy McDaniel850-243-3809

2012 Depart USA

April 23 Emerald Deck $3,708 $1,545Ruby Deck $3,908 $1,645Diamond Deck $4,108 N/AJr. Suite $4,309 N/A

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Pricing includes roundtrip airfare from Ft. Walton Beach , $400 per person fuel surcharge.

Please add $125 per person for taxes.Fuel surcharge and taxes are subject to change.

All staterooms are outside staterooms and have two twin beds with large picture window, privatebathroom with shower, hair dryer, radio, television, individually controlled heating and air condition-ing, safe, telephone

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