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Uniworld Grand River Cruise
aboard the
River Empress
Enchanting Danube Riverboat Cruise
Round-trip Jet, Seven night Riverboat Cruise,
Six Guided Walking Tours, Passau, Linz, Dürnstein,
Wachau Valley, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest,
Complimentary wine with dinner,
24-hour Specialty coffees
9 Days / 7 Nights / 20 Meals
Departs:
March 29; April 12; August 16;November 21, 2008
Price:
from $2299* per adult outside stateroom
The Danube, throughout its rich history, has remained timeless and truly enchanting. Through the centuries, the Danube has inspired countless musicians, composers, artists and poets. And you'll discover the same inspiration from a backdrop of the Austrian Alps, lush vineyards giving way to regal cities, ancient castles, and hilltop villages. This is a regal journey full of centuries of intriguing history that will unfold before your eyes.
Day 1: Overnight Flight
Your riverboat experience begins with an overnight flight to Munich.
Day 2: Bon Voyage!
Arrive in Munich where you will be greeted by a cruise line representative who will have your motor coach waiting to provide transportation to your ship, the River Empress. (D)
Day 3: Passau
This morning your included guided walk starts in the medieval section of Passau, and then takes you past St. Stephan's Cathedral, home to Europe's largest pipe organ. Later, you'll return to St. Stephan's for an organ concert.(B,L,Captain's Welcome Dinner) Organ concert not available before May 2 or after November 1.
Day 4: Linz
The Danube serves as a dividing line between the modern Linz and its old "soul." During your included guided tour, explore Old Town with its castles, churches and early buildings fanning out from the central Hauptplatz, Austria's largest medieval town squares. (B,L,D)
Day 5: Dürnstein, Cruising the Wachau Valley, Melk
The tiny Baroque village of Dürnstein seems lost in time. The tour takes you through the village with its old burgher houses and 16th through 18th century townhouses, ending at the exquisite Baroque cathedral. Depart Dürnstein and cruise through the heart of the fairytale, vineyard-rich Wachau Valley with its abruptly rising hills, nestling Baroque villages and ancient monuments. (B,L,D)
Day 6: Vienna
Vienna is a treasure trove of secular and sacred gems: St. Stephen's Cathedral, the most beloved architectural wonder in all of Vienna, and the stately Ringstrasse, the broad thoroughfare surrounded by the many imperial buildings and monuments that give Vienna its wedding cake appearance. Your included city tour will take you along the Ringstrasse to St. Stephen's Cathedral where Mozart was married in 1782. (B,L,D)
Day 7: Bratislava
A tour through Bratislava will acquaint you with a sampling of the town's eclectic architecture of Gothic, Baroque and Art Deco styles. Bratislava has been aptly named the "Coronation City of Kings." You'll continue on to Bratislava Castle, Michael's Gate, built during Medieval times to keep out enemies, Mirbach Palace and Primatial Palace. (B,L,D)
Day 8: Budapest
Budapest is an enchanting city with a vibrant mix of East and West. Made up of two parts: Buda, the hills and Pest, the flat lands. It is divided by the Danube and is an architectural dream. Your included city tour features the famous Chain Bridge, an early 19th century bridge that was the first to connect Buda with Pest. (B,L,Captain's Farewell Dinner)
Day 9: Depart for Home
Disembark the ship and bid farewell to the Enchanting Danube. Transportation will be provided to the Budapest airport for your flights home. (B)
Your riverboat experience begins with an overnight flight to Munich.
Day 2: Bon Voyage!
Arrive in Munich where you will be greeted by a cruise line representative who will have your motor coach waiting to provide transportation to your ship, the River Empress. (D)
Day 3: Passau
This morning your included guided walk starts in the medieval section of Passau, and then takes you past St. Stephan's Cathedral, home to Europe's largest pipe organ. Later, you'll return to St. Stephan's for an organ concert.(B,L,Captain's Welcome Dinner) Organ concert not available before May 2 or after November 1.Day 4: Linz
The Danube serves as a dividing line between the modern Linz and its old "soul." During your included guided tour, explore Old Town with its castles, churches and early buildings fanning out from the central Hauptplatz, Austria's largest medieval town squares. (B,L,D)Day 5: Dürnstein, Cruising the Wachau Valley, Melk
The tiny Baroque village of Dürnstein seems lost in time. The tour takes you through the village with its old burgher houses and 16th through 18th century townhouses, ending at the exquisite Baroque cathedral. Depart Dürnstein and cruise through the heart of the fairytale, vineyard-rich Wachau Valley with its abruptly rising hills, nestling Baroque villages and ancient monuments. (B,L,D)Day 6: Vienna
Vienna is a treasure trove of secular and sacred gems: St. Stephen's Cathedral, the most beloved architectural wonder in all of Vienna, and the stately Ringstrasse, the broad thoroughfare surrounded by the many imperial buildings and monuments that give Vienna its wedding cake appearance. Your included city tour will take you along the Ringstrasse to St. Stephen's Cathedral where Mozart was married in 1782. (B,L,D)Day 7: Bratislava
A tour through Bratislava will acquaint you with a sampling of the town's eclectic architecture of Gothic, Baroque and Art Deco styles. Bratislava has been aptly named the "Coronation City of Kings." You'll continue on to Bratislava Castle, Michael's Gate, built during Medieval times to keep out enemies, Mirbach Palace and Primatial Palace. (B,L,D)Day 8: Budapest
Budapest is an enchanting city with a vibrant mix of East and West. Made up of two parts: Buda, the hills and Pest, the flat lands. It is divided by the Danube and is an architectural dream. Your included city tour features the famous Chain Bridge, an early 19th century bridge that was the first to connect Buda with Pest. (B,L,Captain's Farewell Dinner)Day 9: Depart for Home
Disembark the ship and bid farewell to the Enchanting Danube. Transportation will be provided to the Budapest airport for your flights home. (B)
*Rates are per person based on double occupancy and do not include port charges and air tax of approximately $284.00 per person. Additional fuel surcharges may apply. Triple and single rates are available upon request. A valid passport is required.
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Call Paragon Tours at 1-800-999-5050