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DAY 1, Thursday - Depart the USA
Depart the USA for Germany. Your flight includes meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment for your journey
DAY 2, Friday - Arrive in Nuremberg
Arrive in Munich and transfer to your ship for embarkation. Balance of the day at leisure
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Saturday - Nuremberg City Tour
Enjoy a tour of Nuremberg's city center this morning. The tour includes a drive throughout this famous walled city, including the medieval square, the Church of Our Lady, and several World War II memorial sights along the way
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4, Sunday - Regensburg City Tour
Arrive in Regensburg in the early afternoon, one of Germany's best preserved medieval cities. Enjoy a walking tour of the city that includes the Old Town Hall, the Dom St. Peter, the Roman Gates at Porta Pretoria, and one of the oldest stone bridges over the Danube. Enjoy dinner on board this evening while sailing for Passau, meeting point of the Inn, Ilz and Danube Rivers
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5, Monday - Full Day in Passau
This morning, arrive in Passau and enjoy a walking tour of this historic city. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure in Passau
Optional: Full Day Tour of Cesky Krumlov
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6, Tuesday - Daylight Sailing
Enjoy the day at leisure on board, while passing the "Schloegener Schlinge," a beautiful part of the Danube with an unusual natural loop. This evening, taste the flavors of East Austria at a Heurigen dinner on board
Optional: Full Day Tour of Salzburg
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7, Wednesday - Melk Abbey Tour
Early morning arrival in Melk. Enjoy a guided tour of the historic Benedictine Abbey, considered one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in Europe. In the afternoon, cruise the Wachau Valley for Vienna. Tonight, delight in a gala New Year's Eve dinner and champagne toast at midnight
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8, Thursday - Full Day in Vienna
Your morning tour of Vienna begins with a drive along the famed Ringstrasse, Vienna's main boulevard, to the Hofburg Palace. Walk the courtyards to the Vienna State Opera House, continuing to view the Parliament, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of Natural History, and City Hall. Afternoon at leisure. This evening, celebrate your last night on board at the captain's farewell dinner, followed by an evening concert in the heart of Vienna, featuring the works of Mozart and Strauss
Optional: Best of Vienna (PM)
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9, Friday - Depart for Budapest
This morning, disembark and transfer to your hotel in Budapest. Enjoy the remainder of the afternoon at leisure
Overnight: Budapest
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 10, Saturday - Full Day in Budapest
Your morning tour of Buda begins with a drive to Mount Gellert, where you will stop briefly to view the city in beautiful panorama. Next, visit the Castle area for a guided walking tour that includes the 13th century Matthias Coronation Church and Fisherman's Bastion on Castle Hill. Continue across the Danube via the Chain Bridge to Pest and view the Parliament, Royal Palace, Heroes' Square, and Market Hall. In the afternoon, depart for the artisans village of Szentendre and enjoy time on your own upon arrival
Overnight: Budapest
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 11, Sunday - Depart for the USA
This morning, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Meals: Breakfast
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Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, save money, and protect your investment. Tours purchased while traveling cost at least 10% more! Tours often sell out - avoid disappointment! Save your cash - many countries do not accept credit cards. Travel insurance only covers services purchased prior to final payment.
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New Year Optional Shore Excursion Package
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Day #5 |
26 Dec 2008 - 05 Jan 2011 $219
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Optional Excursion Discount Package ($219) includes: (1) Travel through the picturesque landscape of Southern Bohemia for Cesky Krumlov, one of the most wonderful medieval cities in Central Europe, situated at a ford in the Vltava River. Declared by UNESCO a World Heritage Site in 1992, Cesky Krumlov has earned an international reputation for its State Castle and Chateau, one of the largest and best preserved in Central Europe. Upon arrival, stroll thru the narrow alleys of the historic old town, home to more than three-hundred buildings in the Gothic, Baroque and Renaissance styles, and enjoy the spectacular view of the castle and chateau. Afterwards, continue to a local restaurant for lunch, followed by free time to explore Cesky Krumlov on your own (value $89).
(2) Full day excursion to Salzburg, the famous cultural setting for the Sound of Music. Enjoy a walking tour of the city and see many historic sights for which Salzburg is known, including Mirabella Palace, the house where Mozart lived, Nonnberg Abbey, Salzburg Cathedral, and St. Peter's Cemetery. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and time at leisure to explore Salzburg on your own (value $79).
(3) In Vienna, enjoy a ride on the world-famous Riesenrad, a giant ferris wheel. Originally constructed over a hundred years ago, the 200-foot Riesenrad has an assortment of enclosed gondolas featuring various motifs. Afterward, visit the Hofburg Imperial Palace, which served as the royal residence of the Habsburg Dynasty. Today it serves as the official residence of the President of Austria and houses numerous artifacts and works of fine art. Lastly, enjoy coffee and Sachertorte, a signature Viennese culinary specialty, at a prominent coffee house. (value $59). Total value: $227
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Dinner & Show in Budapest
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Day #10 |
02 Mar 2008 - 04 Jan 2009 $51
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With the evening at leisure, why not join an optional dinner and show in Budapest. Dine Hungarian-style at a local restaurant where you may sample a medley of traditional dishes. Together with your meal, you'll enjoy live gypsy music and a folklore show featuring a variety of cultural dances in which guests are encouraged to participate (D).
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Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, save money, and protect your investment. Tours purchased while traveling cost at least 10% more! Tours often sell out - avoid disappointment! Save your cash - many countries do not accept credit cards. Travel insurance only covers services purchased prior to final payment.
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Rates & Hotels |
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*Not included: airport taxes, fees & September 11th Security Fee, cruise port charges of $95, optional excursions, tips on board, and for drivers and tour guides (see Terms & Conditions).
Cruise only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.
Optional excursions, as described in the itinerary, may be purchased locally. Alternatively, you may choose to pre-purchase all tours as a package.
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Bottom Deck Outside Cabin
Windows, 2 Beds, Television, Bathroom, Closet.
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Radisson SAS Beke Hotel
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Budapest
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This first class hotel is near the city center, a short walk to shopping, historic sights and theaters. [more]
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Bottom Deck Outside Cabin
Windows, 2 Beds, Television, Bathroom, Closet.
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Radisson SAS Beke Hotel
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Budapest
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This first class hotel is near the city center, a short walk to shopping, historic sights and theaters. [more]
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Mid Deck Outside Cabin
Panoramic Windows, 2 Beds, Television, Bathroom, Closet.
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Radisson SAS Beke Hotel
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Budapest
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This first class hotel is near the city center, a short walk to shopping, historic sights and theaters. [more]
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Top Deck Outside Cabin
French Balcony, 2 Beds, Television, Bathroom, Closet.
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Radisson SAS Beke Hotel
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Budapest
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This first class hotel is near the city center, a short walk to shopping, historic sights and theaters. [more]
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Top Deck Suite
French Balcony, Windows, Bed, Television, Bathroom, Closet, Lounge.
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Radisson SAS Beke Hotel
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Budapest
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This first class hotel is near the city center, a short walk to shopping, historic sights and theaters. [more]
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