Discover the fascinating Danube with its charming small towns and exciting cities on this river cruise. From Budapest, board your river cruise vessel and begin exploring the Danube, from Slovakia’s vibrant capital of Bratislava to the natural beauty of Austria’s Wachau Valley. Your vacation ends in Vienna, the “City of Music.”
Day 1 (Tue.) Depart US Day 2 Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation)
(Wed.) Welcome to Hungary’s exciting capital! This afternoon, board your river cruise vessel and meet your crew at a WELCOME RECEPTION. (D)
Day 3 Bratislava, Slovakia
(Thu.) A morning to relax on board and marvel at the beautiful scenery on both banks of the Danube. As you cruise upriver, Hungary is on your left 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. 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 4 Dürnstein, Austria–Melk
(Fri.) This morning our first stop is Dürnstein, known for the magnificent baroque STIFTSKIRCHE with its blue façade, lying right in the heart of the Wachau wine region. Above town are the ruins of the castle where England’s King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned in 1192. Explore this picturesque little town on your own or choose from a number of optional excursions. 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! (B,L,D)
Day 5 Linz–Grein
(Sat.) Linz, Austria’s third-largest town, lies on both banks of the Danube and is an important industrial town and busy river port. Culture is an important part of life in Linz. The composer Anton Bruckner lived here and Mozart’s Linzer Symphony was composed in the city. Choose from a variety of optional activities today. In the late afternoon, arrive in the attractive country resort of Grein, which is nestled at the foot of a bluff in the shadow of its castle and tour the highlights with a Local Guide. The turreted houses on the main square make excellent photo material. (B,L,D)
Day 6 Vienna (Disembarkation)
(Sun.)
Departure Details
Departure Date
Tour Start Date
Return Date
Land/Cruise Price Only
Status
Tapestry
4/20/2010
4/21/2010
4/25/2010
$1,279.00
Tapestry
5/25/2010
5/26/2010
5/30/2010
$1,339.00
Tapestry
6/29/2010
6/30/2010
7/4/2010
$1,339.00
Tapestry
8/3/2010
8/4/2010
8/8/2010
$1,339.00
SOLD OUT
Tapestry
9/7/2010
9/8/2010
9/12/2010
$1,429.00
Port charges: $56
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 / $285 A / Sapphire Deck / $314 P / Royal Deck / $371 Jr. Suite / Royal Deck / $685
Add Vienna & Budapest $799 per person
Discover the fascinating Danube with its charming small towns and exciting cities on this river cruise. Begin your vacation with a 2-night city stay in the vibrant Hungarian city of Budapest for a more comprehensive experience. Then, embark on your Danube River cruise to explore Slovakia’s capital of Bratislava and the natural beauty of Austria’s Wachau Valley. Your vacation ends in Vienna, the “City of Music.” $429 per person Double occupancy
Discover the fascinating Danube with its charming small towns and exciting cities on this river cruise. From Budapest, board your river cruise vessel and begin exploring the Danube, from Slovakia’s vibrant capital of Bratislava and the natural beauty of Austria’s Wachau Valley to Vienna, the “City of Music,” where you’ll disembark and spend an additional two nights. $429 per person based on double occupancy
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
Prices always lower than the cruise lines .
There are many superb and well-trained travel agents, but there are also many who know little to nothing about river cruising. They may have been wonderful to work with when planning your business travel, or land vacations, but the might not have the specialized knowledge about river cruising to supply you with equally good service in that area.
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.
