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 2008 Blue Danube Discovery
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS7-Day Cruise on a Deluxe ShipAll Meals Included While on BoardHighlights of Budapest and PragueVienna SightseeingBenedictine Abbey TourFree Time for Individual City TouringNon-Stop Scenery on River DanubeBavarian folklore eveningWachau ValleyWhat Your Tour Includes All Transfers with the Purchase of Cruise & Air packageTransfer from the Ship in Nuremberg to the Hotel in Prague2 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Budapest with daily Buffet Breakfast3 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Prague with daily Buffet Breakfast7-night Deluxe Cruise Accommodation in an Outside Stateroom - 82% of the Staterooms with large French BalconiesDaily Sightseeing Program as outlined in the ItineraryInfotainment System in all Staterooms with Internet, Movie and Music Library & English Language TV StationsSpecial Highlights including Folklore Dances, Lectures, Theme Dinners, on board Music Performances and afternoon & evening Piano MusicTerry Bathrobes and White-on-white plush Bedding in all StateroomsUse of Amadante/Amacello/Amalegro/Amadagio Bicycles to exploreSuperb Dining with all Meals included during your CruiseServices of Professional Cruise DirectorUnlimited Quality Red & White Wines from Europe's great Wine Regions with every Dinner on board the ShipAll English Language on board in a non-smoking Environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala DinnerAll local Taxes
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| Call (425) 821-4100 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6280006 | | CIE Tours | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Depart USA | Day 1, Thu. DEPART USA. Board your overnight flight to Budapest. | | Day 2 | Budapest | ARRIVE IN BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. : Arrive in Budapest and transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free to relax or begin exploring this beautiful city. | | Day 3 | Budapest | BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. : Morning sightseeing includes historic Buda Castle, where you have a splendid view of the twin cities of Buda and Pest spread over both banks of the river. Your tour also features 500-year old Matthias Church, St. Stephen's Basilica, distinctive Fisherman's Bastion, the marvelous Royal Palace and much more. The balance of the day is at your leisure. Perhaps explore the main square, ancient Buda, or stroll through the Statue Park. (B) | | Day 4 | Budapest | BUDAPEST - EMBARK SHIP. : Enjoy a free morning in Budapest or join us on an optional Puszta excursion. This afternoon transfer to your luxurious river cruise ship docked in the center of the city. Tonight gather on board for a Gala Welcome Dinner, as your ship cruises overnight to Vienna. (B,D) | | Day 5 | Slovakia-Vienna | BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA - VIENNA, AUSTRIA. : Around midnight the ship slips away from Budapest and continues to Slovakia. A guided morning tour of Bratislava reveals the city's major sights, including the Old Town Hall, the stunning Mirbach Palace and the Gothic St. Martin's Cathedral. From 13th century Bratislava Castle you'll enjoy breathtaking views overlooking three countries - Slovakia, Austria and Hungary. Free afternoon to shop or explore on your own. An eventful day is followed by an evening filled with an enchanting music performance on board. After midnight depart for Vienna. (B,L,D) | | Day 6 | Vienna | VIENNA. : A wonderful day to savor the baroque elegance of romantic Vienna. A guided sightseeing tour includes the lavish Hofburg Palace, the impressive Vienna Opera House, the majestic Ringstrasse and awe-inspiring St. Stephen's Cathedral. Free afternoon to stroll along Kartnerstrasse or sample Vienna's famous pastries. Tonight explore on your own or join an optional tour to the Imperial Schobrunn Palace. (B,L,D) | | Day 7 | Melk | DURNSTEIN - MELK. : Early this morning reach the Wachau Valley. Stop in Durnstein and marvel at the magnificent blue facade of the baroque Stiftskirche. Above town you'll spot the ruins of the castle where Richard the Lionheart, King of England, was imprisoned in 1192. Your walking tour through medieval cobblestone streets reveals 16th-century town houses and wine taverns. At lunchtime, continue on a short cruise to Melk. A guided tour takes you to the town's magnificent BENEDICTINE ABBEY, one of Europe's largest baroque monasteries. An evening wine tasting highlights your visit to the Wachau Valley. (B,L,D). | | Day 8 | Passau | LINZ - PASSAU, GERMANY. : After breakfast, take an optional full-day excursion to fascinating Salzburg and the Sound of Music sights, or cruise through Upper Austria to Passau in Germany. In Passau the rivers Inn and Ilz join the Danube. During your walking tour, gaze at this fairy-tale city founded more than 2,000 years ago. (B,L,D) | | Day 9 | Regensburg | REGENSBURG. : Afternoon arrival in Regensburg, one of Germany's best preserved medieval cities. A guided tour will show you the city's architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall, and the Porta Pretoria - gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. Marvel at beautiful churches and one of the oldest bridges crossing the Danube. Tonight, folklore entertainers will come on board for your delight. (B,L,D) | | Day 10 | Nuremberg | NUREMBERG. : This morning enter the Main-Danube Canal and relax during a leisurely cruise through the beautiful Altmuhl Valley. The Main-Danube Canal straddles the Franconian Alps via 16 locks, truly a fascinating feat of modern engineering. In the afternoon enjoy a guided tour of Nuremberg, capital of Franconia. See the storybook 900-year old ramparts that surround this historic city, the Imperial Castle and the Justice Palace where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946. Moor overnight in Nuremberg. (B,L,D) | | Day 11 | Prague | NUREMBERG -PILZEN, CZECH REPUBLIC - PRAGUE. : Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Prague. Your first stop is Pilzen, world famous for beer. Here there is free time for lunch before continuing onto Prague and the hotel. (B) | | Day 12 | Prague | PRAGUE. : This morning's sightseeing reveals why Prague is considered one of Europe's most attractive cities. Visit the thousand-year-old Hradcany Castle courtyard, St. Vitus and Golden Lane, then walk through the Jewish quarter to the Old Market Square. The evening is free to mix with the locals at Wenceslas Square, shop for souvenirs or enjoy one of the charming cafes or restaurants. (B) | | Day 13 | Prague | PRAGUE. : Today is a free day, relax and stroll through a museum or gallery, wander along the banks of the Vlatava River, relax at an outdoor restaurant or shop for local handicrafts and art work. Another consideration is to travel further afield and take the optional tour or two. This morning why not join the optional tour to Terezin, the infamous Nazi WWII labor camp, now a memorial to those who perished. In the afternoon you can venture to Konopiste, Palace and former home of the Emperors. (B) | | Day 14 | Return Home | DEPART PRAGUE. : Bid farewell to Prague and transfer to the airport for your return flight home. Extra nights are available if you wish to extend your stay in Europe. (B) |
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| | Departures are guaranteedRiver Cruise prices are per person, based on two people sharing a Category E deluxe outside stateroom with window. Single supplement for cruise: 50% of twin price, Junior Suites 100% of twin pricePort Charges: 7 night cruise $91 per person, 14 night cruise $182 per person and 21 night cruise $273 per personTaxes, security fees and fuel surcharges are not included in the air inclusive priceAir price is based on departures from New York. Additional add-on airfares from other cities will be available after clicking on Book Now! The air inclusive prices are for general information only and not a reflection of current seat availability. We highly recommend that you review our general conditions page for full details on terms, conditions, and penalties. |
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