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Swan's River Cruises - less than 100 cabins left for 2010!

Following exceptional interest on Swan's river cruises for 2010, there are less than 100 cabins left across the entire programme for the Danube, the Rhône and the Rhine. So if you want to sail into the heart of Europe in comfort and style, we strongly recommend booking now to avoid disappointment. 
 

Europe made effortless

Taking to the river makes touring an altogether more satisfying and relaxing experience. Our modern and elegant river cruisers all boast beautiful outside cabins, many with Juliette balconies allowing you to soak up the scenery and absorb the atmosphere as some of Europe's most breathtaking vistas drift by. Along the way, your Swan Hellenic Guest Speaker will use their expert understanding and knowledge of each destination to bring it to life, talking about local traditions, history, art, music, cuisine and wine. 

Cruise the Rhône - from £1325

Highlights of our Rhône cruise include walking tours in Lyon, the wines of Beaune, Mâcon and its wine museum. Visit the great medieval abbey of Cluny, the Roman amphitheatre at Arles, or the Papal Palace in Avignon and enjoy scenic drives through lavender fields to the Pont du Gard.

Guest Speaker: The Revd Dr Nicholas Cranfield FSA (June 12) - 17th Century historian; Mr Sam Hunt BA FMA (September 25) - Heritage Consultant and former Head of Museums at Bath
Depart June 12 & September 25, 2010 - 8 days from £1325 per person
 

Cruise the Danube - from £1325

In Austria discover the marble halls of Melk Abbey, Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace or the castle that once held Richard the Lionheart captive at Dürnstein. You'll discover Esztergom, the Hungarian city where St Stephen was born, and the country retreat where Emperor Franz Josef and his beloved Sissi spent their summers.  

Guest Speaker: Sir John Ure - diplomat and author
Depart May 16 - 8 days from £1325 per person

Cruise the Rhine - from £1525

Spectacular vistas around the Rhine Gorge recall the heyday of the Holy Roman Empire and echo with lore and legend. Picture-perfect castles capture the high ground around every turn as cities like Mainz come into view. The magnificent cathedral of Strasbourg, the spires of Basle's Minster Hill and the imposing fortress of Breisach are interspersed with slices of fine art and elegant gardens.

Guest Speakers: Mr James Thompson - architectural historian & Mr Humphrey Burton CBE - former Head of BBC TV Music & Arts. 
Depart September 4, 2010 - 8 days from £1525 per person 
 

Exceptional value with no hidden extras

All prices on our River cruise programme include return travel from London and transfers to your A-Rosa vessel, open-seating dining on board including breakfast, lunch and dinner, a full programme of tailor-made shore excursions, including entrance fees to museums and places of interest and the services of a guide, talks by an eminent Swan Hellenic Guest Speaker plus on-board entertainment and all gratuities on board and ashore - no tipping required.