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DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart the USA
Depart the USA for Poland. Your flight includes meals, drinks, and in-flight entertainment for your journey
DAY 2, Wednesday - Arrive in Warsaw
Arrive and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the balance of the day at leisure
Overnight: Warsaw
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3, Thursday - Full Day in Warsaw
Enjoy a morning tour of Warsaw that includes sightseeing on both banks of the Vistula River. Visit Lazienki Park to view the neoclassical "Palace on the Water" and Chopin's Monument. Travel along the Royal Route with its historic monuments and residences toward the Warsaw Ghetto and the Jewish Cemetery. Walk through the cobbled streets to the Baroque Market Square and view the Cathedral of St. John and the Royal Castle. Balance of the day at leisure
Overnight: Warsaw
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Friday - Czestochowa Monastery and Auschwitz
With a resident guide, travel south to Czestochowa to visit the Paulite Monastery at Jasna Gora. View the Black Madonna, the portrait of Our Lady which is said to possess miraculous powers. Continue to Auschwitz to visit the concentration camp museum and memorial. Afterwards, continue to Krakow, the former royal residence of the Polish kings
Overnight: Krakow
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5, Saturday - Full Day in Krakow
This morning, enjoy a tour of medieval Krakow, including a visit to the 16th century Wawel Royal Castle. Visit the Jewish Quarter and view Oskar Schindler's factory. Continue to the Old Town and Market Square to view St. Mary's Church and the Renaissance Cloth Hall. Enjoy the balance of the day at leisure
Optional: Wieliczka Salt Mine (PM)
Overnight: Krakow
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6, Sunday - Arrive in Budapest
This morning, view Sister Faustine Convent. Continue through the scenic Tatra Mountains and the wooded countryside of Slovakia before reaching the Budapest to embark on your ship
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7, Monday - Full Day in Budapest
Your morning tour of Budapest begins in Pest and views the Parliament, Royal Palace, Heroes' Square, and Market Hall. Continue across the Danube via the Chain Bridge to the Buda Hills where you will view Matthias Coronation Church and Fisherman's Bastion on Castle Hill. In the afternoon, depart for the artisans village of Szentendre and enjoy time on your own upon arrival. This evening, enjoy dinner on board
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8, Tuesday - Morning in Bratislava
This morning arrive in Bratislava, capital city of Slovakia, and join a tour of the city that begins at the Opera House and continues to view such sights as St. Martin's Cathedral, Town Hall, and Michael's Gate. This afternoon cruise for Vienna
Optional: Vienna by Night (PM)
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9, Wednesday - 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. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure. After dinner on board, come ashore for an evening concert in the heart of city, featuring the works of Mozart and Strauss
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10, Thursday - Melk Abbey Tour
This morning, cruise the Wachau Valley toward Melk. In the early afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of the historic Benedictine Abbey, considered one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in Europe. Tonight, taste the flavors of East Austria at a Heurigen dinner on board
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 11, Friday - Afternoon in Passau
Morning at leisure on board, while passing the "Schloegener Schlinge," a beautiful part of the Danube with an unusual natural loop. Arrive in Passau in the afternoon and enjoy a walking tour of the city
Optional: Full Day Tour of Salzburg
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 12, Saturday - Morning in Regensburg
This morning, arrive in Regensburg, one of Germany's best preserved medieval cities, and enjoy a walking tour 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. This afternoon, sail for Nuremberg. This evening, celebrate your last night on board at the captain's farewell dinner
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 13, Sunday - Morning in Nuremberg/Transfer to Prague
This morning, disembark your ship in Nuremberg and enjoy a tour of the city. 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. Later, transfer to your hotel in Prague and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure
Overnight: Prague
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 14, Monday - Prague City Tour
A morning tour of Prague includes a visit to the Royal Castle at Hradcany, former residence of the Bohemian kings. Enjoy spectacular views of the city and Charles Bridge below. Visit St. Vitus Cathedral and view St. George's Basilica and the Golden Lane. Continue to the Jewish Quarter and the Old Town Square to view the famous Town Hall Astronomical Clock. Balance of the day at leisure
Overnight: Prague
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 15, Tuesday - Depart for the USA
This morning, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Meals: Breakfast
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Optionals |
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Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, and save money. 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.
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Wieliczka Salt Mine
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Day #5 |
01 Mar 2008 - 31 Dec 2008 $55
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Legend has it that the salt mines in Wieliczka were part of a dowry from the Hungarian princess, Kinga, when she wed Boleslaw the Shy over 700 years ago, making the Wieliczka Salt Mine one of the oldest in Europe. The mine's historical importance, as well as the amazing works of art carved into the walls by miners, have earned the Wieliczka Salt Mine a place on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage list. You will be guided with a group on a route through 3 levels of underground galleries and chambers.
Pick up and drop off at hotel. Times to be arranged locally.
Wieliczka Salt Mine not available on October 28th sailing.
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Salzburg & Vienna by Night Optional Shore Excursion Package
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Day #9 |
02 Mar 2008 - 05 Jan 2011 $129
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Optional Excursion Discount Package ($129) includes: (1) Full day excursion to Salzburg, the famous cultural setting for the Sound of Music. This walking city tour takes you to see some of the 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 $99).
(2) Your Vienna by Night tour begins with a ride on the Riesenrad, German for "giant wheel," a 110-year-old Ferris wheel with a 200-foot diameter. From your fully-enclosed gondola, enjoy superb views of the old city of Vienna. Afterward, continue on to Grinzing, where you'll have the opportunity to experience true Austrian Gemütlichkeit, which is a sense of cosiness, belonging, and unhurried enjoyment, at a local Heuriger. Heurigen sell only their own wines and provide a warm, welcoming environment for guests. Here, taste a few of the local wines and enjoy the atmosphere. (value $49). Total value: $148.
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Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, and save money. 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.
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Rates & Hotels |
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* All Prices are in USD |
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2008
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Land/Cruise Only |
Air & Land/Cruise |
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May 20
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2999
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4019
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Aug 26
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2999
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3939
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Sep 9 (Sold Out)
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3499
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4519
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Sep 23 (Sold Out)
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3229
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3859
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Oct 7
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2699
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3329
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Oct 21
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2299
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2929
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*Not included: airport taxes, fees & September 11th Security Fee, cruise port charges of $125, 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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Amadeus Symphony
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Budapest
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Bottom Deck Outside Cabin
Windows, 2 Beds, Television, Bathroom, Closet.
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Sheraton Warsaw Hotel
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Warsaw
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This deluxe hotel is located in the heart of the city close to the Polish Parliament and the diplomatic district. [more]
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Andels Hotel
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Krakow
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This first class hotel is centrally located in beautiful Old Town Krakow near to Main Train Station. [more]
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Courtyard Marriott Prague
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Prague
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This new first class hotel is located near the Flora Metro Station, a few stops from the tourist district and a mile to the Charles Bridge. [more]
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Amadeus Symphony
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Budapest
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Bottom Deck Outside Cabin
Windows, 2 Beds, Television, Bathroom, Closet.
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[more]
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Sheraton Warsaw Hotel
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Warsaw
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This deluxe hotel is located in the heart of the city close to the Polish Parliament and the diplomatic district. [more]
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Andels Hotel
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Krakow
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This first class hotel is centrally located in beautiful Old Town Krakow near to Main Train Station. [more]
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Courtyard Marriott Prague
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Prague
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This new first class hotel is located near the Flora Metro Station, a few stops from the tourist district and a mile to the Charles Bridge. [more]
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Amadeus Symphony
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Budapest
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Mid Deck Outside Cabin
Panoramic Windows, 2 Beds, Television, Bathroom, Closet.
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[more]
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Sheraton Warsaw Hotel
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Warsaw
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This deluxe hotel is located in the heart of the city close to the Polish Parliament and the diplomatic district. [more]
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Andels Hotel
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Krakow
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This first class hotel is centrally located in beautiful Old Town Krakow near to Main Train Station. [more]
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Courtyard Marriott Prague
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Prague
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This new first class hotel is located near the Flora Metro Station, a few stops from the tourist district and a mile to the Charles Bridge. [more]
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Amadeus Symphony
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Budapest
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Top Deck Outside Cabin
Panoramic Windows, 2 Beds, Television, Bathroom, Closet.
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[more]
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Sheraton Warsaw Hotel
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Warsaw
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This deluxe hotel is located in the heart of the city close to the Polish Parliament and the diplomatic district. [more]
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Andels Hotel
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Krakow
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This first class hotel is centrally located in beautiful Old Town Krakow near to Main Train Station. [more]
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Courtyard Marriott Prague
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Prague
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This new first class hotel is located near the Flora Metro Station, a few stops from the tourist district and a mile to the Charles Bridge. [more]
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Amadeus Symphony
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Budapest
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Top Deck Suite
2 Windows, Bed, Television, Bathroom, Closet, Lounge.
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[more]
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Sheraton Warsaw Hotel
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Warsaw
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This deluxe hotel is located in the heart of the city close to the Polish Parliament and the diplomatic district. [more]
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Andels Hotel
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Krakow
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This first class hotel is centrally located in beautiful Old Town Krakow near to Main Train Station. [more]
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Courtyard Marriott Prague
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Prague
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This new first class hotel is located near the Flora Metro Station, a few stops from the tourist district and a mile to the Charles Bridge. [more]
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