Newly built in 2001, and refurbished in 2006, the MV Casanova is deluxe, carrying 96 passengers in 48 cabins. She is distinguished by staterooms on her upper deck featuring full-length French doors, which can be opened (cabins on the lower deck have large windows). Original works of art can be found throughout the vessel. All double cabins are identical in size and are beautifully appointed with built-in closets, desk, shower and toilet, television, telephone and 4 channel radio. Hairdryer and terry robes are available upon request. Bedding is European style duvets with feather pillows and eiderdowns (synthetic materials available upon request).
The vessel features six meals daily (Breakfast, Morning Bouillon, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner and Midnight Snack). All meals are single seating with evening meals up to nine courses on selected nights. Additionally, there is a bar, Panorama Restaurant, lounge as well as an infirmary with a qualified doctor on board. The Sun deck offers plenty of deck chairs and blankets, if needed. Captain's Welcome and Captain's Farewell Receptions are provided as well as nightly entertainment and dancing. There is one crew member for every 2.5 passengers providing about the best crew to passenger ratio of any river vessel. This allows for a high level of service as well as sumptuous meals, served course by course for the evening dinner. English language announcements, menus and daily programs are provided.
DAY
PORT
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
OPTIONAL TOUR INFORMATION
Saturday
Amsterdam
5:00pm
Embarkation ? begins 3:00pm
Sunday
Xanten
8:00am
1:00pm
M City Tour
M Round about Xanten *active excursion
Monday
Cologne
3:00am
1:00pm
M City Walk & Cathedral
M Rickshaw & Cableway *active excursion
Tuesday
Cochem
7:00am
4:30pm
M City Walk & Imperial Castle
Wednesday
Trier
7:00am
6:00pm
M City Tour
Thursday
Völklingen
2:00am
6:00am
Saarbrucken
7:30am
Disembarkation - until 10:00am
Itineraries and excursions are subject to change.. M = morning tour A = afternoon tour E = evening tour F = full day tour
*Seasonal until May 19th
Peter Deilmann Casanova Review
Casanova was built in 2001 for cruises on Italy's Po River, where ships must be able to cruise under low bridges and fit comfortably in narrow, shallow canals. As a result, it's smaller than many ships that cruise Central European waters, with a length of 338 feet and a beam of 32 feet, or 103 m by 9,70 m. The ship could be described as a "boutique vessel," since it accommodates only 96 passengers.
Most public rooms are on the Verdi deck, or main deck, which also has 26 of the the ship's 48 passenger cabins. Read More When ready to book complete the form in the next box for our discounted rates.
5 Meals Daily
Theme Evenings
Welcome and Farewell Parties
Nightly Entertainment
Cards and Games
Morning Room Service
Laundry Facilities
Videos
Lectures
Shore Excursions
Currency Exchange
Onboard Credit
Major Credit Cards Accepted
Safety Deposit Boxes are available at Reception Desk
Casanova 2009 sailing dates Call 800-640-4899 For Extra discounts
*Additional port fees per person apply to all 2009 bookings; 5-nights/$90, 7-nights/$120, 10/11-nights/$165, 14-nights/$195. Shore excursions are not included in the cruise fare and are optional at an additional cost. Fuel surcharge: $10 per person, per night.
With the decrease in the value of the dollar and the high price of fuel the cost of hotels and meals have doubled in European during the last three years. Savy travelers have come to understand that a river cruise offers the best value for a European Vacation. Accommodations, all meals on board and shore excursions are included in the price and some companies even include wine with dinner. Because of this, you do not have to live in fear of the $300 per night hotel bill, the $100 not so wonderful restaurant meal and the $10 cup of coffee with no free refills.
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