We offer two different pre-cruise options before boarding our Jewish Heritage River Cruise in Vilshofen.
Prague option:
Why are you drawn to this journey? Is it because it is a part of your Jewish history, and the history of your ancestors that you are in search of exploring? Did you hear of the rich beauty of Prague and that it is the most stunning city in all of Europe? Or, perhaps it was because culturally, it was the playground of some of the most incredible musicians including Mozart, Chopin, Smetana and Dvorak. Join us on this memorable three-day journey to Prague with its music, architecture and our Jewish roots.
Munich option:
Munich is the closest international city to Vilshofen, where our cruise begins. Join us one day early, adjust your internal clock and see Munich. Famed for its beer and architecture, Munich, offers a glimpse into European culture before we kick-start our river cruise vacation. Our one night Munich package will offer a morning tour before we transfer to Vilshofen and our cruise.
3-night Prague Pre-Cruise Package Includes:
- 3 Night Centrally Located First Class Hotel in Prague
- Transfer from Hotel to Vilshofen Pier including Sightseeing in Plzen
- 3 Days Sightseeing in a Luxury Air-conditioned Motorcoach as Described in the Itinerary
- All Site Entrance Fees as per the Itinerary
- English Speaking Tour Guide
- 5 Meals: Breakfast Buffet Daily, 1 Boxed Lunch, 1 Dinner
- All Taxes, Services Charges and Gratuities
- Baggage Handling (1 bag per passenger)
- Amazing Journeys Escort
1-night Munich Pre-Cruise Package Includes:
- 1 Night Centrally Located First Class Hotel in Munich
- Transfer from Hotel to Vilshofen Pier
- Morning Sightseeing Tour
- 1 Breakfast Buffet
- All Taxes, Services Charges and Gratuities
- Baggage Handling (1 bag per passenger)
- Amazing Journeys Escort
3-night Prague Pre-Cruise
Sunday, August 3 – Arrival in Prague
Arrive at Prague International Airport and transfer on your own to the hotel. The rest of the day is up to you – explore the area, take a nap after your international flight, start shopping! This evening, our group will meet in the hotel lobby and take a guided walk to Old Town Square and across Charles Bridge for a glimpse of Prague Castle. After our group tour, we will enjoy our first group dinner together. (D)
Monday, August 4 – The Glory of Jewish Prague
After a buffet breakfast at the hotel, we will take a guided visit through Jewish Prague, including the Old Ghetto, the Precious Legacy Exhibit at the Jewish Museum and the Jewish Cemetery. We will also have the opportunity to see the following:
• The Altneu Shul, the longest continually used synagogue in Europe and site of the first use of the Magen David.
• The Pincus Synagogue, a memorial to the Jews of Prague who died in the Holocaust.
• The Klausen Synagogue, where the Nazis began their exhibit: “Jewish Life from the Cradle to the Grave” in 1943.
• The Maisel Synagogue, named after a Jewish mayor of Prague, which exemplifies the Golden Age of Jewish Prague.
• The Old Cemetery, with the graves of such Jewish luminaries as Judah Loew, the Maharal, and Mordechai Maisels and the ceremonial hall with the well-known Hevra Kadisha paintings.
• The Spanish Synagogue built in 1868 on the site of the oldest Prague Jewish house of prayer (“the Old Shul”) and designed in a Moorish style by Vojtěch Ignátz Ullmann.
This afternoon, we will have time in the Old Town Square where you can explore on your own, grab lunch and check out some authentic crafts. The evening is yours to eat dinner with some new friends and basque in the beauty of Prague. (B)
Tuesday, August 5 – Memory and Continuity
This morning, we will be visiting Terezin, a town that was turned into a ghetto. We will visit the Hidden Synagogue, the Creamatorium and the Historical Museum and the Art Exhibits. We will have a speaker in Terezin who will share the story of the ghetto and afterwards, you will have the opportunity to participate in a Memorial Service at Terezin. This evening, we return to the city where you will have the chance to explore Prague on your own. (B, L)
Wednesday, August 6 – Prague – Plzen – Vilshofen
Today, we depart for Plzen, the fourth most populous city in the Czech Republic. We will visit the Great Synagogue of Plzen and afterwards, enjoy a guided tour and beer tasting at the Pilsner Urquell Beer Brewery. Later in the day, we will be driving across the border and into Germany, ending in Vilshofen where we will board the AmaSonata, our home for the next week. (B)
1-night Munich Pre-Cruise
Tuesday, August 5 – Arrival in Munich
Arrive at Munich International Airport and transfer on your own to the hotel. The afternoon is yours to explore, shop or catch up on sleep. This evening, our group will meet in the hotel lobby for introductions and to enjoy Munich together.
Wednesday, August 6 – Munich – Vilshofen
Today, we board our motor coach for a morning sightseeing tour of Munich, ending in Vilshofen where we will board the AmaSonata, our home for the next week. (B)
Please note that the itineraries are subject to change.
| Rates |
Double |
Single |
3-night Prague Pre-Cruise Package
*Male only for double occupancy
|
$1249* |
Sold Out |
1-night Munich Pre-Cruise Package
|
$279 |
$379 |
A deposit of $300 for the 3-night Prague pre-cruise or $100 for the 1-night Munich pre-cruise is due with your reservation. Full payment is due April 24, 2014. Rates are subject to change based on availability. These rates are based on an all-inclusive, custom-designed package that differs from offerings seen in public advertising.
- We will match you with a roommate if desired.
- Early reservations receive priority cabin location.
Please note – This is a group exclusive vacation package. We are unable to make any of our package components available to anyone who is not part of our Amazing Journeys group.
All cabins where we provide roommate matches are non-smoking. Items listed on this website are subject to change at any time. By providing payment you agree to the terms and conditions as outlined on this website.
Air: Airfare has not been included in the cruise rates. Transfers to and from the ship are available at an additional cost. Information will be sent to passengers as we move closer to the sailing date.
Cancellation Policy for the Cruise and Pre-Cruise Package: Prior to January 2, 2014, there is a $75 penalty for cancellation. From January 3 – April 24, 2014, the cancellation penalty is the amount of the deposit for cruise and pre-cruise package. From April 25 – May 28, 2014, the cancellation penalty is 25% of the total cruise and pre-cruise package price. From May 29 – July 1, 2014, the cancellation penalty is 50% of the total cruise and pre-cruise package price. Cancellations made on or after July 2, 2014 and “no-shows” will receive no refund. There is no refund in the event of interruption or cancellation after the start of the trip.
Cancellation insurance: Trip insurance is optional but highly recommended and is available through Amazing Journeys, LLC. Information will be sent with your cruise confirmation.
Passport and Visa Requirements: All passengers must present a valid passport (valid for six months beyond the last date of travel) to board the vessel. At present time, no visas are required on this itinerary for citizens from the US, Canada and EU. If travelers are from countries outside of those mentioned, it is up to them to research and know if visas are required before embarking on this tour.
Currency Fluctuations: In case of currency fluctuations greater than 3%, Amazing Journeys reserves the right to adjust our prices accordingly in order to operate the tour.
Port taxes, Government Fees and Gratuities: Port taxes, government and immigration fees have been included in the rate. Gratuities are also included in the rate. Port taxes, government fees and gratuities are based on August 2013 rates and are subject to change. Fuel surcharges were deleted from the rates due to a suspension in fees by the Cruise Lines. Should the cruise lines reinstate these fees, Amazing Journeys reserves the right to add them back at that time.
This cruise is operated by AmaWaterways. AmaSonata registry: Switzerland.
