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The Blue Danube Discovery
| | Globus Tours - Land Discount with Air: 10% |
| Land only discount: 10% |
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Tour Operator |
Globus |
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Tour Code |
WBN |
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Vacation Quality |
First Class |
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Vacation Type |
River Cruise |
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Number of Days |
14 |
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Starting Price |
$2289 (Select Dates) * |
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Countries Visited |
Austria
Czech Republic
Hungary
Slovakia
Germany
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City Highlights |
Budapest, Linz, Melk, Nuremberg, Passau, Regensburg, Vienna |
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INCLUDED FEATURES
BUDAPEST
Guided sightseeing
Visit Fishermen’s Bastion
Welcome reception
VIENNA
Guided sightseeing
DÜRNSTEIN
Guided city walk
MELK
Guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey
Wine tasting
PASSAU
Guided sightseeing
REGENSBURG
Guided sightseeing
Visit the Old Chapel
MAIN DANUBE CANAL
Cruise in the canal
NUREMBERG
Guided sightseeing
PRAGUE
Guided sightseeing
Visit Hradcany Castle
MEALS
Buffet breakfast (BB) in Budapest and Prague; superb dining with all meals on board including Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner, Captain's Dinner, one sitting with open seating arrangements, quality wines from Europe's most famous wine regions with every dinner on board
AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Airport transfers are included when you make your flight arrangements
INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges when applicable.
NOTES:
Port charges: $84 per person.
Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available
Prices shown include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
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Day 1
(Thu.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight.
Days 2-3 Budapest, Hungary
(Fri. and Sat.) Budapest, spanning the banks of the Danube, is the liveliest and most cosmopolitan metropolis of Eastern Europe. Seven bridges, including the famous Chain and Elisabeth Bridges, connect ancient Buda on the right bank with Pest on the left. The massive hilltop castle complex with FISHERMEN'S BASTION and the Matthias Church are sights not to be missed. Shop for renowned peasant embroidery, Herend porcelain, and paprika. Your Cruise Director will have more suggestions for interesting outings and things to do. (BB)
Day 4 Budapest. (Embarkation)
(Sun.) This afternoon, the crew of your vessel waits to welcome you aboard. (BB,D)
Day 5 Budapest–Vienna, Austria
(Mon.) A day to relax on board and marvel at the beautiful scenery on both banks of the Danube. Hungary is on your left as you cruise upriver and Slovakia is on your right. The two countries share the Danube for a 58-mile stretch, with the border in the middle of the river. Vienna, Austria’s capital, is known as the “City of Music” and inspired the creative genius of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss. (FB,L,D)
Day 6 Vienna
(Tue.) Once the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire, Vienna has much to offer: the lavish Hofburg Palace, the impressive Vienna Opera House, the majestic Ringstrasse, and awe-inspiring St. Stephen’s Cathedral, to name just a few of the sights. You do not rush through Vienna, you waltz, taking your time to savor each classic sight and sound. Shop in the Kärntnerstrasse and enjoy Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel in a neighborhood café. An optional concert is available during your stay. (FB,L,D)
Day 7 Dürnstein–Melk
(Wed.) Dürnstein, known for the magnificent baroque Stiftskirche with its blue façade, lies right in the heart of the Wachau wine region. Above town are ruins of the castle where England’s King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned in 1192. Melk’s magnificent BENEDICTINE ABBEY dominates the town from its commanding hill site and is one of Europe’s largest monasteries. The view from the terrace over the Danube and surrounding countryside is breathtaking! (FB,L,D)
Day 8 Linz–Passau, Germany
(Thu.) Linz, Austria’s third-largest town, lies on both banks of the Danube, and is an important industrial town and busy river port. An optional full-day excursion to Salzburg takes in the popular Sound of Music sights. Passau, ideally located at the confluence of the Rivers Inn, Ilz, and Danube, is a city of graceful arcades and cobblestone streets. St. Stephen’s Cathedral houses the world’s largest church organ with more than 17,000 pipes. (FB,L,D)
Day 9 Regensburg
(Fri.) Regensburg is one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities. Architectural highlights include the Old Town Hall; the beautiful white and gold OLD CHAPEL; and Porta Pretoria, gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 A.D. The city is the capital of Upper Palatinate, a bustling university town, and one of Bavaria’s cultural centers. It is here you will find Germany’s oldest restaurant, the 12th-century Alte Wurstküche (Old Sausage Kitchen). (FB,L,D)
Day 10 Nuremberg
(Sat.) Although Nuremberg suffered extensive damage during WWII, much of it was restored to its original style. Marvel at this historic city with its fabulous Gothic churches and elegant patrician houses. Nuremberg’s traditions include famous Lebkuchen, toy making, and metal working. (FB,L,D)
Day 11 Nuremberg (Disembarkation)–Prague, Czech Republic
(Sun.) Cross the Czech border in the Bohemian Forest and head for Prague, the “Golden City.” (FB)
Days 12-13 Prague
(Mon. and Tue.) Prague is a 1,000-year-old city preserved in time. It straddles the Vltava River with domes, cupolas, spires, and pinnacles highlighting its skyline. Best-known treasures are the Old Town’s Astronomical Clock, once the envy of all of Europe; HRADCANY CASTLE; St. Vitus Cathedral, and the Charles Bridge. Browse the shops for hand-cut crystal or art books. Mix with the locals in Wenceslaus Square or stroll along the Vltava River. Your Cruise Director will have more suggestions for things to do. (BB daily)
Day 14 Prague
(Wed.) Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (BB) |
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Land & Air and Land Only prices are based on per person in a double occupancy room. Single (Land & Air) and Single (Land Only) prices are based on per person in a single room. Land & Air prices are based from New York (JFK/EWR), for air supplement prices from your departure airport please call us toll-free at 1-800-935-2620. Taxes are not included on the listed prices.
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Land & Air |
Land Only |
Single
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Single
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| May 01 - May 14, 2008 | Call Us | $3089 | Call Us | N/A | | May 08 - May 21, 2008 | Call Us | $3089 | Call Us | N/A | | May 15 - May 28, 2008 | Call Us | $3089 | Call Us | N/A | | May 22 - Jun 04, 2008 | Call Us | $3089 | Call Us | N/A | | May 29 - Jun 11, 2008 | Call Us | $3089 | Call Us | N/A | | Jun 05 - Jun 18, 2008 | Call Us | $3089 | Call Us | N/A | | Jun 12 - Jun 25, 2008 | Call Us | $3089 | Call Us | N/A | | Jun 19 - Jul 02, 2008 | Call Us | $3089 | Call Us | N/A | | Jul 03 - Jul 16, 2008 | Call Us | $3089 | Call Us | N/A | | Jul 17 - Jul 30, 2008 | Call Us | $3089 | Call Us | N/A | | Jul 31 - Aug 13, 2008 | Call Us | $3089 | Call Us | N/A | | Aug 07 - Aug 20, 2008 | Call Us | $3089 | Call Us | N/A | | Aug 14 - Aug 27, 2008 | Call Us | $3089 | Call Us | N/A | | Aug 21 - Sep 03, 2008 | Call Us | $3089 | Call Us | N/A | | Aug 28 - Sep 10, 2008 | Call Us | $3189 | Call Us | N/A | | Sep 11 - Sep 24, 2008 | Call Us | $3189 | Call Us | N/A | | Sep 18 - Oct 01, 2008 | Call Us | $3189 | Call Us | N/A | | Sep 25 - Oct 08, 2008 | Call Us | $3189 | Call Us | N/A | | Oct 02 - Oct 15, 2008 | Call Us | $2989 | Call Us | N/A | | Oct 09 - Oct 22, 2008 | Call Us | $2889 | Call Us | N/A | | Oct 23 - Nov 05, 2008 | Call Us | $2689 | Call Us | N/A | | Nov 06 - Nov 19, 2008 | Call Us | $2289 | Call Us | N/A |
* All prices are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. Please call us toll free at 1-800-935-2620 to confirm availability and current pricing on all our discounted specials. The prices on this website are not guaranteed until a deposit has been made. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in these prices until a booking has been confirmed by one of our agents.
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