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2008 Legendary Danube
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 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS7-Day Cruising on a Deluxe ShipNon-Stop Scenery on the River DanubeCross the Continental DivideBenedictine Abbey Tour in MelkMain/Danube CanalOptional evening concert in ViennaWachau Valley CruiseWhat Your Tour Includes All Transfers with the Purchase of Cruise & Air packageCocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner3 Nights Hotel Accommodation in Prague including daily Buffet BreakfastDaily Sightseeing Program as outlined in the ItineraryTransfer from the Hotel in Prague to the Ship in NurembergSpecial Highlights including Folklore Dances, Lectures, Theme Dinners, on board Music Performances and afternoon & evening Piano Music7-night Deluxe Cruise Accommodation in an Outside Stateroom - 82% of the Staterooms with large French BalconiesUse of Amadante/Amacello/Amalegro/Amadagio Bicycles to exploreInfotainment System in all Staterooms with Internet, Movie and Music Library & English Language TV StationsServices of Professional Cruise DirectorTerry Bathrobes and White-on-white plush Bedding in all StateroomsAll English Language on board in a non-smoking Environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)Superb Dining with all Meals included during your CruiseAll local TaxesUnlimited Quality Red & White Wines from Europe's great Wine Regions with every Dinner on board the Ship
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| Details | | CIE Tours | | Offer valid through 8/31/2008 | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Depart USA | DEPART USA. : Board your overnight flight to Prague. | | Day 2 | Prague | ARRIVE IN PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC. : Arrive in Prague and transfer to your hotel. The balance of the day is free to start exploring this beautiful city. | | Day 3 | 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. This afternoon why not join the optional tour to Terezin, the infamous Nazi WWII labor camp, now a memorial to those who perished. 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 4 | 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 to a Palace and former home of the Emperors. (B) | | Day 5 | Nuremberg | PRAGUE - Karlovy Vary - NUREMBERG, GERMANY : This morning depart Prague after breakfast and stop in Karlovy Vary, better known by its German name, Karlsbad, and most famous for its Bohemian spa. After lunch, drive through the pastoral countryside to Nuremberg, the capital of Franconia. Tonight gather on board for a Gala Welcome Dinner. The ship will moor overnight in Nuremberg. (B,D) | | Day 6 | Riedenburg | NUREMBERG - CONTINENTAL DIVIDE - RIEDENBURG. : Enjoy a guided morning tour of this historic city with its fabulous Gothic churches and elegant patrician houses. See the storybook 900-year-old ramparts that surround the city, the Imperial Castle and the Justice Palace where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946. At lunchtime rejoin the ship further along the Main-Danube Canal and continue to the highest point of your cruise - 1,332 feet above sea level - before descending through stair-step locks to stop in the Bavarian town of Riedenburg (B,L,D). | | Day 7 | Regensburg | REGENSBURG : This morning takes you through the final stretch of the Main-Danube Canal. Arrive in magnificent 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. In the evening enjoy folklore music on board. (B,L,D) | | Day 8 | Linz | PASSAU - LINZ, AUSTRIA : After breakfast, arrive in picturesque Passau, where 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. Or, take an optional full day tour to Salzburg, birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and location of the "Sound of Music", see the sights including a visit to Mozarts birthhouse. For those staying on board, enjoy a scenic cruise from Passau into Austria and on to Linz. After dinner, take a walk through this delightful town, Austria's third largest city and a major river port. (B,L,D) | | Day 9 | Vienna | MELK - VIENNA : Cruise through the narrow Strudengau and reach the Wachau Valley early this morning. A tour takes you to Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey. At lunchtime, continue through the romantic Wachau Valley. Late this afternoon arrive in Vienna, the "City of Music." Tonight explore the vibrant Austrian capital on your own, or come along for an optional Mozart and Strauss concert. (B,L,D) | | Day 10 | Vienna | VIENNA : A tour of Vienna includes Hofburg Palace, the Vienna Opera House, Ringstrasse, and awe-inspiring St. Stephen's Cathedral. Then enjoy a free afternoon to shop, explore or visit one of the cities many museums or palaces. This afternoon continue cruising overnight to Hungary and Budapest. (B,L,D) | | Day 11 | Budapest | BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. : This morning is free for shopping, or sightseeing. In the afternoon your sightseeing tour includes Buda & Pest. From historic Buda Castle, a splendid view of the twin cities of Buda and Pest spread over both banks of the River. Your tour also features the distinctive Fisherman's Bastion, the marvelous Royal Palace, St. Stephen's Basilica, and much more. Tonight enjoy a Gala Farewell Dinner. (B,L,D) | | Day 12 | Return Home | DEPART BUDAPEST. : Your fascinating cruise comes to an end as you transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Extra nights are available if you wish to extend your stay in Europe. (B) |
| | | Hotel in Prague TBA - Prague | | Amacello Ship - European Rivers & Canals |
| | 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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