Dnieper River Cruise - Sevastopol, Ukraine DAY 4 Sevastopol & Bakhchisarai. (Sat.) Included Bakhchisarai Excursion. Join this morning’s coach excursion to Bakhchisarai, the former capital of the Crimean Peninsula during Ottoman rule. Here, you visit the ornate Khan Palace, a complex including the lovely Fountain of Tears, harems, mosques and other buildings. It is a striking example of Tartar-Muslim architecture.Sevastopol Leisure Time & Optional Tour. Return to your ship for lunch … [Read more...]
Sevastopol and the Khan's Palace
November 12, 2009 by
Dnieper River Cruise - Sevastopol, Ukraine DAY 3 - Sevastopol (Fri.) Scenic Cruising. Spend the morning cruising the Black Sea, arriving in Sevastopol after lunch. Included Sevastopol Tour. Upon arrival, disembark for a tour of Sevastopol. Once the base of the Soviet Black Sea Fleet, it is Ukraine’s largest commercial fishing and shipping port. Make a stop at the hilltop St. Vladimir Cathedral, the Admiral Nakhimov Memorial and Prince Pier. Until recently, the city was closed to all who did … [Read more...]
Odessa – "Pearl of the Black Sea"
November 11, 2009 by
Dnieper River Cruise - Odessa, Ukraine DAY 2 - Odessa. (Thur.) Included City Tour. After breakfast, begin your tour of Odessa known as the “Pearl of the Black Sea.” It is one of the region’s most beautiful cities with wonderful beaches, shady parks and tree-lined boulevards. Travel by coach through the old part of town and enjoy a walking tour of the historic city centre with its many splendid classical buildings. You will see the Uspenski Cathedral and the Potemkin Steps, with its 192 … [Read more...]
Arriving in Odessa and Airport Transfer
November 11, 2009 by
Dnieper River Cruise - Odessa, Ukraine DAY 1 - Odessa (Wed.) Arrival in Odessa. If Viking River Cruises arranged your transfer, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your river cruise ship. Because the crew will be preparing cabins for arriving passengers, you can relax in the ship’s lounge or explore Odessa on your own. You will be given access to your cabin as soon as it becomes available, usually by 3 p.m. If you arrive during lunchtime (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.), some light … [Read more...]
River and Coastal Cruises in Devon
June 30, 2009 by
River Cruises Along The River Dart and Wildlife Cruises Along The Devon Coast One of the most charming activities while visiting Devon is to take in a cruise along the River Dart. River Link is the largest operator of Dart River cruises and a typical cruise will start from Dartmouth and end at the lovely town of Totnes. The River Dart is one of the most beautiful estuaries in Britain – and a cruise provides the holidaymaker with an opportunity to drink in the rich tapestry of history, … [Read more...]
Lorelei Rock and the Lorelei Siren
June 15, 2009 by
Of legends, forklores and the Rhine Siren: The Rhine river is steeped in myths, sagas, legends, forklore and fairytales and the many castles along the Rhine hold tales of historical and political events, medieval battles, military conflicts and knights brandishing swords. The Lorelei Legend One legend that you'll hear most about on a Rhine river cruise is that of the Lorelei Rock. The legend is as old as time itself and tells of Lorelei, a beautiful young maiden who committed suicide … [Read more...]
Amsterdam to Budapest river cruise + Gallipoli Dawn Service
June 5, 2009 by
Gallipoli Dawn Service River Cruise: The ANZAC Day dawn service at Gallipoli has become a very popular event and each year the crowds at Gallipoli get bigger and bigger. Whereas in the past, it was the older generation who were interested in participating in this special remembrance ceremony, these days more and more younger people are interested to be part of it as well. Younger travellers from Australia especially are timing their Europe trip to coincide with attendance at the Gallipoli … [Read more...]
River cruise and Oberammergau Passion Play
May 19, 2009 by
Combine your river cruise with a visit to Oberammergau: If you're planning a river cruise in 2010 and would like to attend the Oberammergau Passion Play, there are cruises that will allow you to do this. The following cruises by General Tours combine your river cruise with a visit to Oberammergau for the Passion Play. Holland at Tulip Time and the Passion Play 2010 (10 days) Day 1 - Arrive Amsterdam / Embarkation Day 2 - Rotterdam & Delft Day 3 - Cruising / Middelburg Day 4 - Ghent / … [Read more...]
River cruise | Amsterdam to Budapest
May 19, 2009 by
Amsterdam to Budapest | Magnificent Europe: Magnificent Europe, European Jewels or Grand European Tour - these are some of the names given to this 15-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest. This is one of the most popular European river cruises and all the major cruise companies like Avalon Waterways, Uniworld and Viking River Cruises have this tour in their catalogue of cruises. All the operators stop at the following destinations: Cologne, Rudesheim, Miltenberg, Wurzburg, Bamberg, … [Read more...]
Amsterdam sightseeing – Zaanse Schans
May 19, 2009 by
Zaanse Schans - Windmills and the traditional Dutch way of life: Windmills, tulips and clogs are some of the archetypical symbols that come to mind when we think of Holland. So when the opportunity came to see a real life Dutch windmill, I made a trip to Zaanse Schans so that windmills are no longer just images on tins of cookies and chocolate wrappers. Our 15-day river cruise starts from Amsterdam so we had time for some sightseeing before our boat makes its journey to Budapest. If … [Read more...]