Discover the fascinating Danube with its charming small towns and exciting cities on this river cruise vacation. From Vienna, the “City of Music,” embark on your Danube River cruise and begin exploring the natural beauty of Austria’s Wachau Valley, Slovakia’s capital of Bratislava, and the vibrant Hungarian city of Budapest.
Day 1 (Sat.) Depart US Day 2 Vienna, Austria (Embarkation)
(Sun.) Vienna, Austria’s capital, is known as the “City of Music” and inspired the creative genius of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss. This afternoon, board your river cruise vessel and meet your crew at a WELCOME RECEPTION. (D)
Day 3 Melk–Dürnstein
(Mon.) Today is dedicated to the beautiful and romantic Wachau Valley, where so much of the excellent Austrian wines are grown and produced. This morning, visit the impressive BENEDICTINE ABBEY of Melk, which towers over the town. Lounge on the Sky Deck with a glass of white wine while enjoying the scenery as you sail to Dürnstein, whose baroque blue and white STIFTSKIRCHE stands right on the river bank. Explore on your own or choose one of a variety of optional excursions your Cruise Director will propose. (B,L,D)
Day 4 Bratislava, Slovakia
(Tue.) Situated at the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains, Bratislava is the dynamic capital of Slovakia. The charming Old Town with its Town Hall and Mirbach Palace as well as the gothic cathedral of ST. MARTIN should not be missed. (B,L,D)
Day 5 Budapest, Hungary (Disembarkation)
(Wed.)
Features exclusive to the Avalon Tapestry® staterooms:
Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors in most staterooms
French balconies in most staterooms
20" Flatscreen satellite TV & radio
Private bathroom with shower
Comfortable, hotel-style beds
European-style duvets
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
Large closets
Minibar, hairdryer & safe
Individual climate control
Departure Details
Departure Date
Tour Start Date
Return Date
Cruise Price Only
Tapestry
4/24/2010
4/25/2010
4/28/2010
$949.00
Tapestry
5/29/2010
5/30/2010
6/2/2010
$999.00
Tapestry
7/3/2010
7/4/2010
7/7/2010
$999.00
Tapestry
8/7/2010
8/8/2010
8/11/2010
$999.00
Tapestry
9/11/2010
9/12/2010
9/15/2010
$999.00
Port charges: $42
Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available.
Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck. To upgrade to a higher category (all staterooms Twin/Double), add per person:
Category / Tapestry Decks / Price B / Sapphire Deck / $214 A / Sapphire Deck / $235 P / Royal Deck / $278 Jr. Suite / Royal Deck / $514
Add Vienna or Budapest $429 each. $799 for Both
Discover the fascinating Danube with its charming small towns and exciting cities on this river cruise. Begin your river cruise vacation with a 2-night city stay in Vienna, the “City of Music,” for a more comprehensive experience. Then, embark on your Danube River cruise to explore Slovakia’s capital of Bratislava and the natural beauty between Austria’s Wachau Valley and the vibrant Hungarian city of Budapest. $429 per person Double occupancy
Discover the fascinating Danube with its charming small towns and exciting cities on this river cruise. Board your river cruise vessel in Vienna and explore the natural beauty of Austria’s Wachau Valley, Slovakia’s capital of Bratislava, and the vibrant Hungarian city of Budapest, where you’ll disembark and spend an additional two nights. $429 per person
We have sailed the ships, slept in the beds, taken the shore excursions and eaten the food. Our prices are lower than the cruise lines.