For travellers wishing to cast off and see some of the world’s most panoramic waterways, Collette’s river cruises are the idyllic tours.
With an already stunning suite of river cruises, Collette has just announced the launch of two new European river cruises: Timeless France and the new Magical Rhine and Moselle tour. Timeless France will become available in Collette’s collection of river cruises from June 1, 2015, with highlights including The Rhone Valley, Lyon, Avignon, Dijon and Beaune.
Timeless France is the perfect blend of river and land, featuring the picturesque Saône and Rhône Rivers and transporting travellers on a journey through the magnificent regions of France. Exploring the French Riviera, Frankfurt, Burgundy and Provence on the lavish M/S Amadeus Symphony, travellers can indulge in local culinary delights, sample world-class wines and visit Riquewihr, a quaint, storybook village peppered with medieval architecture, pastoral fields and vineyards. Timeless France is a great tour that gives travellers the opportunity to experience a fusion of culture, history, architecture, delicious food and of course, excellent wine!
Mosey down the magical Rhine and Moselle Rivers and soak up the spectacular scenery of the romantic Rhine Valley. Cruising Amsterdam, Cologne, Cochem, Strasbourg and Rüdesheim for seven nights aboard one of the luxurious Lüftner vessels, passengers can enjoy opulent staterooms, live entertainment and fabulous cuisine set against this picturesque backdrop. The new Magical Rhine and Moselle tour is available for bookings now but due to popular demand will replace the previous Collette Rhine and Moselle Tour in 2016. The new Magical Rhine and Moselle tour features Lüftner’s brand new MS Amadeus Silver II which hosts passengers on a decadent cruise complete with spa and massage facilities, three bars and an on-board hairdresser.
“Demand for river cruising product has seen exponential growth of 32% in the Australian market last year. We are pleased to be able to offer these exciting new products and I am confident that the Australian market will embrace them,’ said Alison Mead, Collette’s Australian Business Manager.
Favourites from the current suite of Collette river cruises include Legendary Waterways of Europe and Springtime Tulip river cruises.
Take a leisurely voyage down the Legendary Waterways of Europe, gliding serenely through Holland, Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary on this 14-night cruise. Carried by the waters of the Rhine, Moselle, Main and Danube, passengers will sail by majestic castles, spellbinding fortresses and rustic villages, soaking up striking vistas rich with history, culture and lore.
For floraphiles, embarking on Collette’s Springtime Tulip River Cruise through Holland and Belgium will open up a world of blossom and bloom. Travellers can visit Keukenhof Gardens, home to more than 7 million tulips, enjoy a canal cruise in the heart of Amsterdam or sample artisan cheeses at a local Dutch farm.
Other popular products include the Classic Danube River Cruise and the Treasures of Egypt tours. Aboard the state-of-the-art Lüftner M/S Amadeus Princess vessel, watch as the banks of Danube play host as this glorious river dances from day into night on Collette’s Classic Danube River Cruise. Beginning in the ancient wine town of Würzburg often called ‘the jewel of the Main River’, travellers can amble across Alte Mainbrucke, the oldest bridge on the River Main or visit the ornate 18th-century residence of the prince-bishops which boasts the largest ceiling fresco in the world.
For history-buffs, Collette’s Treasures of Egypt tour unlocks the mysteries of one of our most ancient civilisations. Guests will meander along the enchanting Nile River on a five-star deluxe cruise ship, stopping to discover the secrets of this mystical land. Featuring the Pyramids of Giza, the Temples of Karnak in Luxor, the Valley of the Kings and a guided tour of the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, which houses some of the oldest relics, sarcophagi and statues in the world, this tour takes travellers on an unforgettable adventure down the Nile and back through time.
For details of the full range of Collette’s river cruise tours or to book a trip: Contact your local travel agent, call Collette on 1300 792 195 or go to www.gocollette.com
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