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Dream Cruise
through Europe
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11
Days
26 Meals
Breakfast
daily
All meals aboard cruise |
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Itinerary
at a glance: |
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Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day 9
Day 10
Day 11 |
Overnight flight
Budapest
Estzergom / Bratislava
Vienna
Melk
Passau
Nuremberg
Bamberg
Miltenberg
Castle GOrges - Koblenz
Return flight home |
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Departures
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Travel
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Call or
email us for
departure dates and pricing from your gateway city.
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Prices are per person and based on two people
sharing a twin-bedded room.
• Single Room Supplement will apply. |
• Roundtrip air transportation from your gateway.
• Personal airport VIP greeting & check-in
• All transfers and luggage handling between
airports and cruise
• Comprehensive sightseeing throughout the itinerary
• Professional, Tour Manager while on tour
• Pre-departure orientation and travel docs
• All tips and taxes for included services, except airport departure taxes and tips to drivers
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Detailed
Itinerary: |
DAY 1 & 2: USA – BUDAPEST
Once aboard our flight, we can relax, read, or
watch the in-flight movie and enjoy
complimentary meals and beverage service. Upon
arriving we will be transferred to our hotel.
The Danube divides the city of Budapest into two
sections – Buda and Pest. For decades, the
sections were distinct entities, joining to form
Budapest in 1872. Among the most beautiful
cities in Europe, Budapest graces the banks of
the Danube for nearly 8 miles. This evening we
will board our ship and begin our cruising
adventure. (In-flight,D)
DAY 3: ESZTERGOM – BRATISLAVA
Today you may choose to experience an optional
tour to the picturesque landscape of the Danube
Bend, where the river changes its course
southward, in Esztergom, the former residence of
the Hungarian kings, you can visit the
Cathedral, the largest church in Hungary, with
its immense cupola, the tomb and the treasury.
You will then have the opportunity to stroll
around the marvelous old town. (B,L,D)
DAY 4: VIENNA
After breakfast, arrive in the city of Vienna.
This lovely city has Roman Ruins, and the
beautiful St. Stephens Cathedral. Explore the
city that created the waltz, enjoy classical
music, art, and history in this elegant city.
Vienna is also home of the famous Vienna Boys’
Choir. While you are there, you might decide to
take a stroll to the Abbey of Saint Pierre.
Later this evening, you will board your cruise
ship for our overnight cruising. (B,L,D)
DAY 5: MELK
One of the most splendid examples of Baroque
architecture in Europe, is the city of Melk,
best known for the Benedictine Melk Abbey that
dominates the city high above the Danube River.
Admire the famous Melk Cross, the Abbey Library,
and the sweeping views of the river valley. Your
optional tour includes this most imposing
architectural masterpiece north of the Alps and
a focal point in the Monastery and the
Collegiate Church. (B,L,D)
DAY 6: PASSAU
This picturesque city is ideally located at the
confluence of the Inn, Ilz and Danube Rivers
just a short distance from Germany’s border with
Austria. Visit the wonderful Old Town and
discover the impressive St. Stephen’s Cathedral
with its lavish interior and one of the world’s
largest pipe organs. The cathedral is the
largest Baroque churches north of the Alps. (B,L,D)
DAY 7: NUREMBERG
The second largest city in Bavaria, Nuremberg,
is a glowing testament to medieval culture.
Explore the majestic Kaiserburg (Nuremburg
Castle), once home to German kings and emperors.
The castle and the system of walls and towers
surrounding the town transport you back in time.
Visit the 16th century Albrecht Durer House.
This interesting museum highlights the life and
work of former Nuremburg artist, Albrecht Durer.
Visit the beautiful Schoner Brunnen fountain,
the Gothic Catholic Church of Our Lady, built in
1352, the Renaissance Town Hall and the St.
Sebald Church, built in 1225. (B,L,D)
DAY 8: BAMBERG
This morning, arrive in the very lovely city of
Bamberg. Many consider Bamberg to be the most
beautiful city in Germany. It offers Romanesque,
Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture,
and some of Germany’s finest art. Bamberg dates
back to 902 AD and today is home to a UNESCO
World Heritage Site. (B,L,D)
DAY 9: MILTENBERG – WURZBURG – RHINE MAIN-DANUBE
CANAL TRANSIT
Enjoy a leisurely walk through Miltenberg, a
picturesque medieval German town. Delight in the
many colorful half-timbered houses and the
historic “Schatterloch” market square.
Experience canal transit as we leave the Danube
and begin our cruise down the Rhine. The ship
will rise up 1332 feet during our transit. (B,L,D)
DAY 10: CASTLE GORGES – KOBLENZ
In the morning, rise to the dramatic scenery of
the Castle Gorge Region. Added as a UNESCO World
Heritage Site in 2002, this section of the Rhine
is rich in historic castles, Roman history, fine
wines and natural beauty. Enjoy the view of
these historic castles from your cabin or the
deck. While you’re in the city of Koblenz, be
sure to see the fortress Ehrenbreitstein which
offers a magnificent view of the city and is the
meeting point of the Rhine and Moselle Rivers.
Also, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the
old city with the St. Castor church, a Roman
Basilica and the oldest church in Koblenz, as
well as the Roman-Catholic Church of Our Lady.
Behind the church, is the 17th century town hall
and the little statue called the schangelbrunnen,
a boy who spouts water every three minutes at
unsuspecting visitors. (B,L,D)
DAY 11: DUSSELDOF – USA
Today, we arrive in the city of Dusseldorf where
we’ll disembark our cruise vessel. We will then
be transferred to the airport for our return
flight home. (B,In-flight meals) |
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