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LEGENDARY WATERWAYS OF THE WORLD

Summary◆ Treasures of the Danube ...................................................................2-3◆ Legendary Mekong .............................................................................4-5◆ Burmese Odyssey ...............................................................................6-7◆ Waterways of the Tsars ....................................................................8-9◆ Cruise on the Saint Lawrence .....................................................10-11◆ Ships’ Specifications .....................................................................12-13

D A N U B E • M E K O N G • B U R M A • R U S S I A • C A N A D A

ABOARD!cruises we will be operating as from 2015. All services on board and ashore are being provided in English & French. Further to our classic cruising products on the Volga, the Irrawaddy, the Mekong and the Danube, we are pleased to showcase our latest creation: a 10 days cruise along the Saint Lawrence Seaway, including the Niagara Falls and the most scenic places like Quebec, Montreal and Toronto. With this new cruising experience, Rivages du Monde is offering a new facet of its creativity. This new itinerary will certainly accommodate the most jaded of your travelers, in search of something new.

Alain SouleilleChairman & CEO of Rivages du Monde

C ruise maker since 2001, Rivages du Monde is operating river & coastal cruises. Our company is

chartering ships in full and is offering a comprehensive cruising product. Since its foundation, Rivages du Monde designs every cruise with a cultural approach and has always been trying to devise original routes on rivers and seas of the world. Far from the image of gigantic ships, Rivages du Monde’s ships are at human scale, with a warm and friendly atmosphere that can accommodate 64 to 220-passenger cruise. Number one in cruises in Russia and on the Mekong River, Rivages du Monde has ever since extended and enlarged the scope of its product range. Featured in this brochure, our five international

LEGENDARY WATERWAYS OF THE WORLD

Welcome

Rivages du Monde « COLLECTION » 1

Day 1 : MUNICH – PASSAU (Germany)Arrival in Munich, the capital of Bavaria. Reception at the airport followed by guided tour of Munich. After the city tour, bus transfer to Passau and embarkation on board of M/S AROSA. At 10 pm, start of navigation to Linz.

Day 2 : LINZ (Austria)Arrive in the early morning (around 6 am) at Linz. Time at leisure in Linz or join an optional excursion: Optional guided tour of Linz (half day): Back to the ship for lunch on board. Or Optional excursion “Art Cities of Bohemia” (full day with lunch): Morning departure to the Czech Republic. Guided city tour of Ceske Budejovice, jewel of the Renaissance. Or Optional tour in Salzburg (full day with lunch): Departure to Salzburg, the city of music. Visit the city and stroll in the streets of the city centre.

Day 3 : MELK (Austria)After breakfast, free time or Optional excursion to the Abbey of Melk and Dürnstein (half day): Enjoy a guided tour of Melk’s Benedictine Abbey. From there,continuation to Dürnstein, right in the heart of the picturesque Wachau wine-growing region, to enjoy a wine tasting. Lunch on board. Navigation during the after-noon through the exceptional landscapes of the Wachau.

Day 4 : VIENNA (Austria)After breakfast, guided city tour exploring the wonders of Vienna. Panoramic tour with the lavish Hofburg Palace,

Vienna Opera, the famous Ringstrasse and spectacular St Stephen’s Cathedral (from outside). Lunch on board. Afternoon free or Optional tour to Schönbrunn (half day), the “Viennese Versailles”. Optional Music concert: Enjoy an optional concert in celebration of the city’s unique musical heritage.

Day 5 : BRATISLAVA (Slovakia)Arrive around 7 am in Bratislava, capital of Slovakia. After breakfast, guided walking tour of the city. After the tour, free time or Optional tour to Cervený Kamen castle: Cerveny Kamen is considered the most beautiful castle in the Western Carpathian, one of the best preserved in Slovakia.

Day 6 : BUDAPEST (Hungary)In the morning, half day guided tour of the city. Straddling the banks of the Danube, with no less than seven bridges connecting Buda on the East bank to Pest on the West. Afternoon free time or jo in an opt ional excurs ion : Optional Excursion “Uncommon Budapest” (half day): The tour starts with the visit of the Great Market Hall, the largest indoor market in Budapest. It was designed and built by

DanubeTreasures of theFrom the Black Forest to the shores of Black Sea, delight in a leisurely cruise over one of the world’s greatest Rivers and experience some of Europe’s most splendid cities on your way along the romantic Danube.

12 days / 11 nights

Danube

Adriatic SeaBlack Sea

BRATISLAVA

BUDAPEST

BUCHARESTBELGRADE

VIENNA

Munich

SOFIA

Passau

Novi Sad

Orjahovo

OltenitaRousse

LinzSalzburg

Ceské BudejoviceCeský Krumlov

Melk

Veliko Tarnovo

◆ Iron Gates Gorge

AUSTRIA

GERMANY

HUNGARY

SLOVAKIA

CZECH REPUBLIC

ROMANIA

BULGARIA

SERBIA

CROATIA

Samu Pecz in 1896. Or Optional afternoon at the Széchenyi baths (half day):Departure by bus for an afternoon of relaxation at Szechenyi Baths. Dinner on board.

Day 7 : MOHACS (Hungary) - VUKOVAR (Croatia)Arrival in Mohacs in the morning. Free time on board with lunch or disembark to participate to optional excursion Visages of Slavonia (full day with lunch). In the morning, M/S Arosa continues the sailing until Vukovar where she arrives at the end of the afternoon.Dinner on board. Departure to Belgrade in the evening.

Day 8 : BELGRADE (Serbia)In the morning, guided tour of Belgrade, capital of Serbia. In the afternoon, time at leisure or take the Optional Topola excursion (half day): visit of the tiny city of Topola, located south which saw the outbreak of the revolt against the

Munich /Passau (Germany) • Linz (Austria) • Melk (Austria) • Vienna (Austria) • Bratislava (Slovakia) • Budapest (Hungary) …


city and lunch on board or Full day optional excursion to Sofi a (lunch included): Visit of the city, the main arteries of the centre, the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and the Archaeological Museum.

Day 11 : ROUSSE (Bulgaria)After breakfast, discovery of Rousse on your own with lunch on board or Optional excursion to Veliko Tirnovo (lunch included): You will enjoy this full day excursion to admire Bulgaria’s ancient capital. Captain’s Dinner on board.

Day 12 : OLTENITA - BUCHAREST (Romania)Arrival around 6 am. Breakfast on board. Disembark the ship at Oltenita, and then transfer to Romania’s lively capi-tal; Bucharest. The city is home to exquisite churches, bus-tling cafés and some magnificent architecture from the colossal, Soviet-style, Parliament Palace to the classical and stately Royal Palace (outside views).Transfer to the airport for your return fl ight.

Turks under the leadership of Karadjodje. Dinner on board or Optional dinner at Skadarija : Skadarija is a vintage street and generally considered the main Bohemian quarter and styled as the Belgrade Montmartre.

Day 9 : SAILING THROUGH THE IRON GATES GORGE (Serbia)A day of spectacular scenery awaits you as your ship sails along the magnifi cent Danube, passing memorable such as the coloured Serbian fortresses of Golubac and Smederevo, as well as Trajan’s Tablet, a remarkable rock side tablet carved by the Romans to commemorate their crossing of the Danube. Today’s highpoint is when the ship passes through the dramatic Iron Gates Gorge, a narrow steep-sided ravine, which forms a natural border between Serbia & Romania.

Day 10 : ORJAHOVO (Bulgaria)Early morning, ship docks in the small port of Orjahovo on the Bulgarian Bank of the Danube. Free exploration of the

… • Vukovar (Croatia) • Belgrade (Serbia) • Iron Gates • Orjahovo & Rousse (Bulgaria) • Oltenita/Bucharest (Romania)

Designed both on a concept of luxury and optimal comfort, the whole setting remains refined while based on keeping a minimalist and full of simplicity style. Public areas are highlighted, the 1.700 m² Sun Deck with a large swimming pool. On the Upper Deck are located all common areas with restaurant that can be partially privatized. A large pano-ramic bar is at the front of the ship whereas a second one is available near the restaurant main entrance. There are an outdoor pool on the sun deck, shuffleboard and a putting green. The SPA-ROSA wellness facilities include a sauna and a hammam.

LARGE AND VERY COMFORTABLE CABINSCabins are spread over three decks (Main, Upper, Panorama Deck). They are all outsi-ded and finely decorated in a warm, inti-mate and modern style. All cabins have twin beds that can be made up as a double with high quality bedding under a canopy. They all have storable spaces, a TV. Bathrooms are equipped with a large shower, toilets, sink and hair dryer. Air-conditioning and climate control are individually adjustable.

INTERNATIONAL CRUISEEnglish & French on board

SAILING ON MAY, JUNE & SEPTEMBER

YOUR SHIP M/S AROSA

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Mekong

River

South ChinaSea

Gulf ofTonkin

Gulf ofThailand

Tonle Sap Lake

HANOI

PHNOM PENHHO CHI MINH CITY

(Saigon)My Tho

Sa DecTan Chau

Cai Be

Kampong Chhnang OudongKampong Tralach

SIEM REAP

Haiphong

Koh Chong

◆

Ha Long BayHa Long Bay◆

AngkorCAMBODIA

VIETNAM

LAOS

THAILAND

Day 1 : HO CHI MINH CITY (SAIGON) - MY THO (Lunch & Dinner on board)Transfer from Saigon to My Tho in the morning. The trans-fer includes a stop at the Cholon Market and visit to a lacquer factory. Arrival in My Tho and welcome on board the R/V MEKONG PRESTIGE II. Welcome Dinner on board & traditional Music Show.

Day 2 : CAI BE - SA DEC(All meals on board)Arrival at Cai Be in the morning. After breakfast we take a morning junk trip around Cai Be to visit a fl oating market

and go ashore to see the French Gothic Cathedral. Take a stroll along the river bank, visit a local manufacturer pro-ducing rice paper and coconut sweets. Return to the ship for lunch. Cruise past Vinh Long Province to arrive at Sa Dec for an afternoon walk. Visit a Caodaist Temple and stroll through the colorful local market. Night navigation through the Delta.

Day 3 : TAN CHAU, border crossing(All meals on board)Arrival at Tan Chau in the morning. After breakfast, transfer on small boats to visit a fi shing farm. We go ashore to visit a local workshop producing woven mats, and take a short walk in the village to visit a silk weaving work-shop. Depart for the Cambodian border.

Day 4 : PHNOM PENH (All meals on board)Arrival in Phnom Penh in the morning. Visit the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda. The National Museum is another highlight, with outstanding displays of Khmer crafts. Lunch on board. Afternoon excursion to the former High School “S21”, followed by a visit to Wat Phnom after which the city was named. Traditional Khmer Apsara Dancing Show on board.

MekongLegendaryThe Mekong is a legend, a universe where water is the engine of life. A sort of a link between China, Laos, Cambodia ans Vietnam. From Saigon to the Temples of Angkor, our Mekong cruises will gradually introduce you to this world so far away and so close at the same time.

8 days / 7 nights

Day 5 : KOH CHONG - PHNOM PENH (All meals on board)Early morning sailing from Phnom Penh to Koh Chong. Visit this silk weaving village for a morning walk at leisure and a visit to the local workshop. The excursion also includes a visit to a Pagoda and a meeting in a primary school to chat with pupils.

Day 6 : OUDONG - KAMPONG TRALACH (All meals on board) Morning journey upriver heading towards Oudong. Arrival at Oudong in the early afternoon. We see the Vipassana Dhura Pagoda, a place of meditation for Buddhist Monks. After the visit buses depart for Kampong Tralach to visit the very charming Vihara of the Wat Kampong Leu Pagoda dating back to the last century to see the beautiful wall paintings. Return to the ship by ox-drawn carriage.

H o C h i M i n h C i t y ( S a i g o n ) • M y T h o • C a i B e • S a D e c • Ta n C h a u • P h n o m P e n h • K o h C h o n g …


… • O u d o n g • K a m p o n g Tr a l a c h • K a m p o n g C h h n a n g • To n l e l a k e • S i e m R e a p

Built in the shipyards of SSIC (Saigon Ship Industry Company), the R/V Mekong Prestige II is the second in a series of top of the range river cruise ships, specially designed to sail on the Mekong River between Vietnam and Cambodia.The 32 cabins are all outside and spread over two Decks, the Main & Upper Decks. Surface area goes from 20 m² to 27 m². They are all equipped with French private bal-conies, large windows and sliding glass doors.

The Sun Deck covers the entire surface of the top Deck and commands a splendid view of the River. The Sun Deck is equipped with deckchairs and a whirlpool. The indoor area has 2 Massage Salons, an indoor lounge bar and a Fitness Room.

* IMPORTANT NOTICEIn case of low waters, it may happen that navigation on the Tonle Sap shall be impos-sible. Should that occurs; a fast boat will assure the link to the other bank of the lake where embarkation on the R/V Indochine will be taking place.

All the aforementioned cruise schedule and itinerary timing are indicative and are the-refore subject to modifications.

YOUR SHIP R/V MEKONG PRESTIGE II


SAILING FROM OCTOBER TO APRIL

Day 7 : KAMPONG CHHNANG (All meals on board)Morning sailing on the Tonle Sap River. Arrive at Kampong Chhnang. Then board local boats to visit the authentic fl oating village. We go ashore to stroll through the scenic market. Lunch & Dinner on board.

Day 8 : TONLE LAKE - SIEM REAP (Breakfast on board)We cross the lake early in the morning* (Please note that when there is low water, the transfer to Siem Reap will be made by bus or speed boat). Disembarkation after breakfast and transfer to hotel in Siem Reap.

EXTENSION TOURS BEFORE OR AFTER YOUR CRUISE:HO CHI MINH CITY:

One night/2 days full board, including guided city tour and overnight at SOFITEL Plaza (5 stars).

SIEM REAP - ANGKOR:

2 nights/3 days at Sokha Hotel. Full guided exploration of Angkor Temples, including full board and transfer arrangements.


Inle Lake

Bay ofBengal

Irrawaddy

river

YANGON(Rangoon)

Bagan

Mandalay

Popa

Monywa

Mingun

Yandabo

(Myanmar)BURMA

THAILAND

INDIA

CHINA

Day 1 : OVERSEAS FLIGHT TO BURMA

Day 2 : YANGON (RANGOON) Morning arrival in Rangoon. In the afternoon, sightseeing tour of Yangon also known as Rangoon. Amongst many wonders, visit of the Sule Pagoda and St Mary Cathedral. Cross the colonial district where the buildings have retained their ancient charm. By late afternoon, you walk up to the hill where Shwedagon Pagoda, the city’s emblem, overlooks the entire city. Dinner in a restaurant and over-night at the hotel.

Day 3 : YANGONAfter crossing the Burmese countryside, arrive in the small town of Syriam. The avenues of the Than Lyn and Kyauk Tan market refl ect the traditions of their people. The visit continues with Ye-Le Pagoda, built around the third century BCE. Then a must stop at the Scott Market, both worthy for its architecture and its craft shops. Dinner & overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 : YANGON - MANDALAY - MINGUN (start of the cruise)After breakfast, transfer to the airport and flight to Mandalay. You embark the R/V Paukan in late morning. The ship starts its navigation on the Irrawaddy River heading for

the village of Mingun, where you visit the unfinished Pagoda dating back to the Burmese Kingdom. Dinner & overnight on board.

Day 5 : MANDALAY - AMARAPURAMorning exploration of Mandalay, which abounds with ancient palaces and numerous religious sites. Start with the Mahamuni Pagoda, one of the most revered shrines of the country. After the onboard lunch, excursion to Amarapura, the penultimate Burmese Royal capital (1783). Dinner and overnight on board.

Day 6 : SAGAING - AVAStart this day by the discovery of Sagaing, historic centre of Burmese Buddhism. In the afternoon, visit of the ancient city of Ava, capital of the Burmese kingdom from 1364 to 1841. Explore the ruins by horse cart visiting the beautiful 200 years old Bagaya Kyaung Teak Monastery, the Nanmyin Watchtower (27m. high) and the Me Nu Ok Kyaung monas-tery. Traditional dance show by local performers on board.

Day 7 : MONYWA Full day exploration of Monywa. Departure by bus to reach the caves of Hpo Win Daung. One can also admire beauti-ful murals of that period. Then back to Monywa for Lunch at the restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the pagoda Sambuddhai Kat Kyaw.

Burmese OdysseyJourney along the Irrawaddy. Burma has never stopped fascinating Western travellers whom all testified of their amazement in exploring the fabulous city of Bagan or the glittering Swedagon Pagoda. We offer you to discover all these treasures, navigating on the mythical Irrawaddy River on board of the charming R/V Paukan.

Day 8 : YANDABO - SHWE PYI THARStop in the early morning at Yandabo. Explore the village stopping to some pot-making workshops to learn their unique production technique and then visit the school and the monastery. Lunch on board. In the afternoon, the ship will moor at Shwe Pyi Thar Village for a walk to discover local activities.

Day 9 : BAGAN Spend the entire day discovering the prestigious Bagan. The ancient Kingdom’s capital ranks among the most signifi cant religious site in the world. You visit a selection of the 2.000 listed pagodas and temples.

Ya n g o n • M a n d a l a y ( s t a r t o f t h e c r u i s e ) • M i n g u n • A m a r a p u r a • S a g a i n g / A v a - M o n y w a …12 days / 11 nights


Day 10 : MOUNT POPAFull day excursion to Mount Popa, an extinct volcano located 65 km South East of Bagan.. The popularity of Mt. Popa today lies in the interest of religious and mystical beliefs of the great family of the “Nats”. Climb the Taungkalat to see the panoramic view of the whole area.

Day 11 : BAGAN (End of the cruise) - YANGONAfter breakfast, disembark and transfer to the airport for the fl ight to Yangon.

… • Yandabo / Shwe Pyi Thar • Bagan • Mount Popa • Bagan (end of the cruise) • Yangon

R/V Paukan was built in 2007 at the Yangon Shipyards. Paukan is the ancient name of Bagan, the old city of two thousand temples on the bank of the Irrawaddy River. The R/V Paukan has four Decks: Lower, Main, Upper & Sun Deck. The Sun/Top Deck is endowed with Air conditioned Saloon Bar, an Outdoor Bar, Al-Fresco Lounge and a Wheel House. It has also a stage for cultural performances. Meals in the dining room on the main deck will include both Eastern and Western cuisine, and dinner menus of delicious dishes. Vegetarian meals can be prepared when informed in advance. The timber-walled cabins are furnished with colonial style cupboards, dresser and doors while the ceiling is traditional Myanmar. The single or double beds are proper and comfortable ones and not mere bunks beds, enough room for 55 passengers who will be looked after by a 30-member crew.

YOUR SHIP R/V PAUKAN


DEPARTURE

OCTOBER - NOVEMBER - DECEMBER

JANUARY - FEBRUARY - MARCH

Post cruise extensionto the Inle Lake3 DAYS / 3 OVERNIGHTS

From Mandalay or Bagan, flight to Heho. Overight at the Inle Lake View Resort 4★. Full day of discovery of this wonderful and amazing place, often called the Asian Venice. Meet with Inthas Tribe. Back to Heho and fl ight to Yangon.


Oka

Volga

Onega LakeLadoga

Lake

White LakeRybinsk Reservoir

Volga

Kovzha

Svir

Neva

Gulf of Finland

Baltic Sea

Goritsy

Kizhi

Mandrogi

Saint-Petersburg

Uglitch

MOSCOW

RUSSIA

FINLAND

ESTONIA

LITHUANIA

Day 1 : MOSCOWArrival in Moscow and transfer to the “Maritime Vokzal”. Dinner & overnight on board.

Day 2 : MOSCOW - CITY TOURAfter breakfast, morning orientation tour to all the famous sights to give you a fi rst taste of Russia’s capital. Afternoon at leisure or optional excursion. Breakfast & Dinner on board. Lunch at a city restaurant.

Day 3 : MOSCOW - KREMLINMorning visit of the Kremlin : the beating heart of Russia’s political world. The imposing walls house a number of stunning cathedrals & monuments. Guided visit of one of the Cathedrals. Afternoon free or optional tour. Continue sailing to Uglich at 5.30 pm.

Day 4 : UGLITCHArrive at Uglich in the early afternoon. Enjoy a walking tour of the city and Kremlin. Founded in 1148, Uglich is one of the most beloved towns in old Russia.

Day 5 : GORITSYAs we continue our journey, you will enjoy the breathtak-ing scenery as you sail through the White Lake and the Volga-Baltic Canal. You will visit in Goritsy the historic Kiril-Beloserskiy Men’s Monastery founded in 1397. Sailing toward the Great Lakes of Karelia in the afternoon.

Day 6 : KIZHI - PEARL OF KARELIANavigation through the White lake and then crossing of the Lake Onega to reach this tiny island located at the north-ern end of the Lake. Guided sightseeing tour including sev-eral examples of 19th-century peasant architecture; the Church of the Transfi guration with its 22 Domes, treasury of icons and its unique decorated screen; and at the Museum of Wooden Art. Walk through the Ethnographic Museum. All meals on board.

Day 7 : MANDROGIAfter sailing along the Svir River which connects the two Great Lakes of Onega and Ladoga in the heart of Karelia, we reach the tiny village of Mandrogi. Mandrogi, a modern make believe village gives a great opportunity to taste a varnished version of aestheticism. Picnic lunch (Weather permitting).

Day 8 : SAINT-PETERSBURGArrival in the morning in the former capital of the Tsars’. Departure after breakfast for a sightseeing tour. You will see Nevsky Prospect, St Isaac’s Cathedral, the Admiralty, the Church of the Spilled Blood and Peter and Paul’s Fortress. All meals on board.

Day 9 : SAINT-PETERSBURGVisit to the Hermitage Art Gallery is perhaps one of Russia’s best known sights but with arguably the greatest number

TsarsWaterways of theThis extraordinary journey that connects the two capitals of Russia is the ideal way to explore Russia and its present and past architectural jewels.

of secret treasures within its walls. Breakfast and dinner on board and lunch at a city restaurant.

Day 10 : SAINT-PETERSBURGExcursion to Peterhof. This is a magnifi cent summer resi-dence and was built to rival Versailles. Situated on the shore of the Gulf of Finland, the palace’s exterior facade and ornate interior are impressive in themselves. All meals on board.

Day 11 : SAINT-PETERSBURG After breakfast, disembarkation and bus transfer to the airport.

M o s c o w • U g l i t c h • G o r i t s y • K i z h i • M a n d r o g i • S a i n t - P e t e r s b u r g11 days / 10 nights


Optional ToursIN MOSCOW

- METRO - SUBWAY & ARBAT

- MOSCOW BY NIGHT

- KREMLIN ARMOURY MUSEUM

- TRETYAKOV ART GALLERY

- PUSHKIN MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS

- MOSCOW CIRCUS

Optional ToursIN SAINT-PETERSBURG

- PAVLOVSK PALACE

- YUSUPOV PALACE

- RUSSIAN TRADITIONAL SHOW

- CATHERINE PALACE IN PUSHKIN

- BOAT RIDE ON THE CANALS IN BATEAUX MOUCHES

- RUSSIAN MUSEUM

The M/S Kandinsky Prestige has been recent-ly completely reconstructed. She inaugu-rates a new era of navigation on the tourist routes of historic Russia. This brand new ship is offering a large array of public faci-lities that will make of your cruise a unique experience of conviviality, elegance and discovery.

The M/S Kandinsky Prestige has many places respecting everyone’s privacy. This floating hotel features two bars, panoramic restau-rant, souvenir shop, beauty salon and an ample sundeck.

The 104 cabins are spread over three decks. They have been entirely refitted and rede-corated. All cabins equipped with two lower beds, air conditioning, refrigerator, a flat screen TV, a private shower and toilet with hairdryer and a safe. They are all outside with outdoor opening windows. Two access stations to Internet are available for free.

YOUR SHIP M/S KANDINSKY PRESTIGE


SAILING FROM MAY TO SEPTEMBER


Day 1 : MONTREALEmbarkation on the M/V Saint-Laurent Prestige as from 16h. Dinner and overnight on board.

Day 2 : NAVIGATION THROUGH THE « THOUSAND ISLANDS » The M/V Saint Laurent Luxury sail all day in the so-called “Thousand Islands”, a resort favored for over 100 years region. Many luxury hotels and several large fortunes are made build impressive villas as Bold Castle belonging to the founder of the famous Waldorf Astoria in New York.

Day 3 : KINGSTONArrival in Kingston in the early morning and depart for a guided City tour of the city. Discover its history and its rich heritage: City Hall, Campus of the Royal Military College, Queen’s University, the Penitentiary, the Cathedral of St. Mary’s and the historic district. Visit of Bellevue House, former residence of Sir John A Macdonald, the fi rst Prime Minister of Canada. Then visit Fort Henry, a World Heritage monument, which is housing today the museum of military life. The tour ends with a wine tasting at Huff Estates Winery (3 wines) one of the best vineyards in the region. Back on board for lunch. Afternoon at leisure or optional

excursion. Dinner and overnight on board. Night navigation on the Ontario Lake. Optional excursion: Excursion to Ottawa, Canada’s federal capital.

Day 4 : TORONTOGuided city tour in the morning. Discover the old and the New City Hall building, Parliament, University, Chinatown (exterior views). Climb the CN Tower (TV Tower), which is also the symbol of the city and the tallest freestanding structure in the country. Walk to Kensington Market and Yorkville. Lunch on board. Optional excursion: Visit the “Art Gallery of Ontario” and “Casa Loma”. The “Art Gallery of Ontario” contains important col-lections of European paintings including Breughel, Tintoretto, Rembrandt, Poussin and De La Tour. Then visit the “Casa Loma”.

Day 5 : NIAGARA FALLS Arrival in the early morning at Port Weller and bus transfer towards the Niagara Falls. Discover the city of Niagara, including visiting Niagara Street Clifton Hill. Then embarka-

Saint LawrenceCruise on the

In 2015, always on the lookout for new ways, Rivages du Monde invites you to a unique cruising journey along the majestic Saint Lawrence Seaway. Aboard the R/V Saint Laurent Prestige, you will be offered a memorable trip throughout Ontario and the “Belle Province”. This adventure tour proposes you nothing less than a nice combination of the biggest cities like Montreal and Toronto, scenic places like Quebec and Kingston with natural wonders like the Niagara Falls and the “Thousand Islands”.

10 days / 9 nights

Huron Lake

Erie Lake

Ontario Lake

Saint Lawrence

Toronto

Ogdensburg

MONTREAL

Trois Rivières

Quebec

Kingston

Port Weller

Ottawa

CANADA

UNITED STATESMichigan

New York

Pennsylvanie

OhioIndiana

QUEBEC

OcéanAtlantique

◆ Thousand Islands

◆ Chutes du Niagara

tion on board of the “Horn Blower”, a small boat that leads passengers to the heart of the falls. Departure to Niagara-on-the-Lake, a charming village of Victorian style. Back to the ship and lunch on board. Dinner and overnight on board. Optional helicopter tour of Niagara Falls (places limited).

Day 6 : OGDENSBURG (USA)Navigation and lunch on board. Arriving early afternoon in the small American town of Ogdensburg. Ogdensburg is the only U.S. port on the south shore of the St. Lawrence River in upstate New York. Visit the museum dedicated to Frederic Remington, painter, draftsman and sculptor. Departure late afternoon towards Trois Rivières.

Day 7 : NAVIGATIONDuring this day of sailing down the great St. Lawrence River, several events and conferences will be offered aboard the MV Saint Laurent Prestige.

Day 8 : TROIS RIVIERESNavigation in the morning. Arrival in early afternoon in Trois-Rivières, the third largest city in Quebec after Montreal and

M o n t r e a l • N a v i g a t i o n t h r o u g h t h e “ T h o u s a n d I s l a n d s ” • K i n g s t o n • T o r o n t o …


ince of Quebec. Discover then the Sainte-Anne Canyon, while enjoying the majestic Sainte-Anne waterfall, the Île d’Orléans and the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré. After a short drive, arriv-ing at the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré. Continuation to the island of Orleans, where you will enjoy a breathtaking view of Montmorency Falls and Quebec City.

Day 10 : MONTREALEarly morning arrival in Montreal, the “second largest French speaking city in the world”. City tour by bus to dis-cover the main attractions of the city: the harbor, Notre Dame Basilica, Mount Royal and its exceptional views over the city, the St. Catherine and St. Denis streets. Quick lunch on board and transfer to the airport or according to fl ight schedules, participation in an optional excursion: “Gastronomic tour of the Jean Talon Market”. This tour is an opportunity to taste the specialties of the cuisine of Quebec’s most famous farmers market in Montreal.

Quebec City. The second oldest French-speaking city in North America is located at the confl uence of “Three Rivers”. Guided tour of the classifi ed historic quarter: the Ursuline convent, the Forges du Saint Maurice, the old prison (exterior views).

Day 9 : QUEBECEarly morning arrival in Quebec. Quebec City is the only walled city in North America and is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Guided walking tour of Old Quebec. Discover the Place Royale, where Samuel de Champlain, founder of New France established its first residence. Visit the Petit Champlain district renowned for its art and its many souvenir shops galleries. The tour continues with the Dufferin Terrace and Chateau Frontenac, the Parliament, the Place d’Armes, Notre Dame Basilica. Back on board for lunch. Afternoon at leisure or optional tours participation. Optional excursion: “Tour Around the Côte-de-Beaupré » Departure by bus to Montmorency Falls, considered the highest waterfall in the prov-

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The M/V Saint Laurent Prestige was built in 2001 in the shipyards of Atlantic Marine in Jacksonville (USA).

Cabins are spread over 4 decks: Main, Upper, Panorama & Promenade Deck. All cabins are equipped with twin beds that can be conver-ted to a double bed. All cabins are equipped with safe, flat screen TV set (satellite chan-nels) & hairdryer.

A large array of spacious common areas is available on this ship. The restaurant is located on the Main Deck. On this same Deck, you will find a comfortable lounge in the extension of which is a small and cozy bar. An outdoor lounge is situated at the rear of the Promenade Deck. Finally, the Sun Top Deck provides spacious and ample rest areas, equipped with Deck chairs. An elevator connects all the decks of the ship. Wi-Fi is free and available in all public areas of the ship.


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• Ship-owner Neptum Werft GmbH (Germany)• Length: 124.5 m / 406 Ft• Breadth: 14.4 m/45,9 Ft• Cruising speed: Max. 24 Km/h / 12.9 Kn• Passenger’s capacity: 242• Cabins number: 99 cabins (includ 42 triples)• Crew total staff: 48• Built in 2004• Flag: Germany

M/S AROSA (DANUBE)

• Length: 68 m • Width: 13 m • Draft: 1.6 m • Cabins number: 32 doubles • Crew total staff: 30 • Passenger’s capacity: 64• Flag: Vietnam

R/V MEKONG PRESTIGE II (MEKONG)

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• Length : 56 m/183.7 Ft • Width : 11.6 m/36.08 Ft• Draft : 1.14 m• Cruising speed : 16 Km/h/8.6 Kn• Crew total staff: 30• Passengers: 52• 26 cabins all equipped with telephone& safe• Self-adjustable air conditioning device• Flag: Burma

• Length: 87, 27 m / 286.3 ft• Breadth: 15, 24 m / 50.0 ft• Draught: 4.12 m / 13.5 ft• Gross Tonnage : 5954 t• 101 outside cabins• 9 inside cabins• Crew : 90• Passenger’s capacity : 216• Registry : Nassau, Bahamas

• Lenght : 129 m • Breadth : 16,70 m • Speed : 25,5 km/h• Draught : 2,94• Staff & Crew : 93• Passenger capacity : 198• 104 cabins from which 36 Suites of 18 m2

• Place of building : Germany• Flag : Russia

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M/V SAINT LAURENT PRESTIGE(CANADA / USA)

M/S KANDINSKY PRESTIGE (RUSSIA)

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General Terms and Conditions (Abstract)Full version of our Terms & Conditions is available in French in our Website or simply on request (www.rivagesdumonde.fr).

1. How to make a reservation: Please contact us by phone (+331 4949 1559) or send an e-mail to [email protected] or [email protected]. Prices: Program prices stated in all our brochures are always quoted per person and based on double occupancy (single occupancy is always specified). There are no discounts for credit card purchases. As a convenience to our customers we may accept credit card payments (Visa & (Euro) MasterCard only) but cc/bank fees will apply. All credit card payments must be accompanied by a signed authorization slip from the original cardholder. Third-party credit cards are not accepted. 3. Deposit & final payments: A deposit of 30% per person per tour is required at time of booking. This deposit is non-refundable. The deposit forms part of your final payment which is due 45 days prior to departure. If we do not receive final payment by the specified date, we reserve the right to cancel the reservation. 4. Passenger cancellation: If you must cancel your trip, you must do so in writing. Cancellation refunds will be calculated as of the date we receive your written cancellation. All payments for travel services not provided to the

passenger shall be refunded in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.5. Cancellation fees: Cancellations must be advised to RDM in writing. Per person cancellation fees apply as follows:

• Between 119 and 60 days prior to departure: 10%• Between 59 and 30 days prior to departure: 30%• Between 29 and 20 days prior to departure: 50%• Between 19 and 2 days prior to departure: 80%• Less than 2 days prior to departure: 100%Rivages du Monde cannot assume responsibility for any additional costs or fees relating to the issuance and/or cancellation of air tickets or other travel arrangements not made through RDM.

6. Applicable law: Rivages du Monde is a French company governed by French Laws. Any claims against Rivages du Monde must be brought to the courts of Paris.

Note: Terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.

Responsible & sustainable tourism. As a cruise operator, Rivages du Monde is aware and concerned about the issues of sustainability and the environmental impact from travel as well as the respect of local population and work force. Food safety standards. Our ship owners invest in training and experiencing Crew & staff who know the importance of food handling controls related to the receipt, storage, processing, displaying, packaging & transportation.

First aid & safety. RDM takes the safety of the travelers seriously. Crewmembers are trained in both Emergency and Non-Emergency first aid.Green tourism. Our ships operate in such a way as to minimize negative impacts on the environment by constructing and building composting toilets and gray water system.

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RIVAGES du MONDE is a French company whose registered office is located at 12, boulevard de Bonne Nouvelle, 75010, Paris, France. The company is registered with the French Trade & Companies Registry under number RCS 438 679 664.

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