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Hapsburg Dynasty
Adventure !
Admire the grand cities of the Hapsburg Dynasty and the
ancient remains of Roman Empire outposts as you make this
15-night odyssey to Eastern Europe. Immerse yourself in fiery
Hungarian culture and discover the wonders of Strauss and his
classic waltzes. You’ll savor the unique cuisine of a region
still being shaped by current events, revel in the natural
beauty of the Danube’s exquisite Iron Gate region and explore
the Black Sea’s coast. See firsthand how current restoration
efforts have preserved the region’s rich historical,
architectural and cultural heritage.
Included
1.
Return BA economy class flights from London Heathrow -
2. Return Airport transfers included
3. 16-day/15-night cruise with river-view, outside cabin
onboard deluxe Viking Neptune
4. 13 tours with private, English-speaking guides: Budapest;
Pecs; Belgrade; Bucharest; Constanta; Russe/Veliko Tarnovo &
Arbanasi; Belogradshick; Baile Herculane; Novi Sad; Dakovo/horse
show; Kalocsa/Puszta; Danube Bend
5. All meals: 14 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 14 dinners, plus 3
lunches in local Romanian or Bulgarian restaurants
6. Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner Captain’s Farewell
Dinner
7. Private motorcoach for all coach excursions
8. Old World Highlights : Port lectures by your knowledgeable
Cruise Manager, apple strudel making demonstration, Hungarian
folkloric entertainment and a traditional Lipizzaner horse
show
9. Individual port guides for on-your-own exploring
10. Payment of all port charges
Itinerary
Day 1
Bucharest Fly from London
to Bucharest and transfer to your hotel. After checking into
your hotel, enjoy free time and get acquainted with the
city.
Dinner
included.
Day 2
Bucharest On your morning
tour of Bucharest, visit The Palace of the Parliament, known
as “House of the People.”† After lunch in a local
restaurant, visit Revolution Square. Then, we travel by
coach through the Romanian countryside to embark your ship.
Depart during dinner. † The Palace of the Parliament may
occasionally be closed to host official government
business."
Breakfast,
lunch and dinner included.
Day 3
Silistra Wake up in
Silistra and drive through rural Bulgaria to Varna, a Black
Sea resort. Take a short cruise on the Black Sea, followed
by lunch in a local restaurant. During free time, stroll the
town’s pedestrian zone or beautiful beaches, or visit the
Varna Museum. Return to your ship for dinner; depart this
evening for Russe.
Breakfast,
lunch and dinner included.
Day 4
Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanasi
From Russe, your day long tour takes you to Bulgaria’s
former capital, Veliko Tarnovo. See Tsaravets Hill and the
ruins of the royal castle. During free time, you can shop
along Samovodska Charshia, a street featuring local crafts.
In Arbanasi, enjoy lunch in a local restaurant and a guided
tour of the Nativity Church with its intricate
floor-to-ceiling murals and icons. Dine aboard and cruise
through the night.
Breakfast,
lunch and dinner included.
Day 5
Vidin & Belogradshick
Arrive in Vidin during breakfast and take a drive to
Belogradshick to tour the former Ottoman castle. Stroll the
compound and explore its many terraced courtyards with
breathtaking views. Eat lunch aboard followed by free time.
Depart during dinner.
Breakfast,
lunch and dinner included
Day 6
Iron Gate Enjoy a full-day
cruise along one of the most scenic areas of the Lower
Danube, flanked by enormous chalk white cliffs surrounded by
spectacular scenery.
Breakfast,
lunch and dinner included.
Day 7
Belgrade You’ll wake up in
Belgrade, capital of Serbia. Take a guided walk through the
grounds of Kalemegdan Fortress. During your tour, see the
city’s Orthodox cathedral and stop at the Square of the
Republic. Have lunch aboard; afternoon cruising.
Breakfast,
lunch and dinner included.
Day 8
Kalocsa Arrive in Kalocsa
after lunch. Your tour visits the House of Folk Arts,
showcasing the area’s time-honored farming traditions. Then,
you’re treated to a performance of traditional Puszta
horsemanship. Return to your ship for dinner and depart.
Breakfast,
lunch and dinner included.
Day 9
Budapest Today’s city tour
explores both sides of Hungary’s capital. Start in modern
“Pest” seeing Heroes’ Square, the Parliament and St.
Stephen’s Basilica. Cross the river and tour traditional
“Buda” and the Castle District. Walk to Fishermen’s Bastion
and Matthias Church. Return to your ship for lunch; enjoy
afternoon free time. Dine aboard and cruise through the
night.
Breakfast,
lunch and dinner included.
Day 10
Bratislava Cruise through
the morning, arriving in Bratislava after lunch. Take a
walking tour of Slovakia’s charming capital. See its
medieval fortifications, Michael’s Tower, Trinity Church and
St. Martin’s Cathedral. Pass several baroque palaces from
the Hapsburg Dynasty before returning to your ship for
dinner and cruising.
Breakfast,
lunch and dinner included
Day 11
Vienna Today’s tour of
Vienna takes you to see the Opera House and Hofburg Palace.
You then visit Belvedere Palace with is beautiful landscaped
gardens and wonderful collection of Austrian art. Have lunch
aboard with afternoon free time. Enjoy dinner followed by an
optional evening concert of classical music. Depart late
tonight.
Breakfast,
lunch and dinner included.
Day 12
Melk & Linz Arrive in Melk
during breakfast and tour the 900-year-old Benedictine abbey
to see its collection of medieval manuscripts, ceiling
paintings and frescoes. Return to your ship for lunch and
cruise through the afternoon. After dinner, arrive in Linz;
you can sample wines from the famous Wachau Valley.
Breakfast,
lunch and dinner included.
Day 13
Passau Arrive in Passau
mid-morning. Your walking tour takes you through this
2,000-year-old city at the confluence of the Inn, Ilz and
Danube Rivers. Stop at St. Stephan’s Cathedral for a special
concert on Europe’s largest pipe organ.† Enjoy an afternoon
at leisure. Dinner coincides with an evening departure. †
Passau organ concert not available on Sundays after November
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Breakfast,
lunch and dinner included.
Day 14
Regensburg Arrive in
Regensburg during breakfast. During your guided walk, you’ll
see the Town Hall, St. Peter’s Cathedral and the 12th
century Old Stone Bridge. Lunch aboard with afternoon at
leisure to explore on your own. Dine aboard and cruise
through the night.
Breakfast,
lunch and dinner included.
Day 15
Nuremberg Cruise through
the morning and arrive in Nuremberg. After lunch aboard,
tour Nuremberg to see Zeppelin Field and the Palace of
Justice, site of the Nuremberg Trials. Or, learn more about
WWII history during our optional tour to the Documentation
Center Museum. The afternoon is yours to enjoy. Dine aboard
and remain docked overnight.
Breakfast,
lunch and dinner included.
Day 16
Nuremberg After breakfast,
disembark and transfer to Munich Airport for your return
flight.* Or, extend your journey with 3 nights in Prague,
Czech Republic. Stay in the heart of Old Town and explore the
landmark Prague Castle.
On some dates
this itinerary operates in the reverse direction. Ports of
call and timings may vary.
Embarkation Dates & Prices
by Cabin Category
2008 Eastern European Odyssey
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2008 |
A |
B |
C |
D |
E |
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May 04,17; Jun 01,14;
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£3745 |
£3645 |
£3495 |
£3295 |
£2895 |
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Jul 27; Aug 09,24;
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£3545 |
£3445 |
£3295 |
£3095 |
£2695 |
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Sep 06; |
£3745 |
£3645 |
£3495 |
£3295 |
£2895 |
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Oct 19; |
£3345 |
£3245 |
£3095 |
£2895 |
£2495 |
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Nov 01; |
£3145 |
£3045 |
£2895 |
£2695 |
£2295 |
Single
supplement: E:25% D:50% C&B: 75% A: 100%.
Ship Features
- Internet available
- Laundry service
- Restaurant, lounge and bar
with panoramic windows
- Sun deck and promenade
deck
Cabin Features
- All outside cabins with
river view
- Category A and B cabins
have large windows that open
- Deluxe cabins (categories
A-D) have hotel-style beds
- Individual climate control
- TV, phone, safe and
hairdryer
- Voltage: 200V; razor
outlet: 115V
Prices include Return BA economy class flights from
any UK airport - contact us for
details. For cruise only subtract £180 from the cost of the
above inclusive price - transfers are not provided if you opt
for cruise only. Business Class available.
To Book or Enquire, E-Mail us at
info@eurorivers.com or call us in the UK on 08704
46 1690 from abroad +44 8704 46 1690.
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