AMA Waterways Blue Danube Tour
Featuring: 2 Nights in Budapest, 7-night cruise on the AMAdolce, 3 Nights in Prague
Tour Description/Daily Itinerary:
See the very best of Europe’s highlights and experience centuries of art, history and culture. From Budapest, cruise through the stunning cultural cities of Vienna, Bratislava, Passau and Regensburg. Along the way, visit magnificent cathedrals and baroque abbeys. Then end your experience in beautiful Prague.
DAY 1
Fly on own to Budapest, Hungary
DAY 2 - Budapest
Arrive in Budapest and transfer to hotel. The remainder of the day is free to relax. Sofitel Chain Bridge, Budapest, Hungary
DAY 3 - Budapest
City tour includes Buda Castle, Matthias Church, St. Stephen’s Basilica, Fisherman’s Bastion, the Royal Palace and much more. Sofitel Chain Bridge, Budapest, Hungary (B)
DAY 4 - Embark Ship
Maybe join an optional Puszta excursion to experience Hungarian horsemanship. this afternoon board the luxurious AmaDolce. A Gala Welcome Dinner with cruise overnight to Bratislava. AMADolce (B,D)
DAY 5 - Bratislava
A guided tour of Bratislava with the Old Town Hall, the Mirbach Palace and the Gothic St. Martin’s Cathedral. The remainder of the afternoon is free. This evening enjoy music performance onboard. Later, the ship departs for Vienna. AMADolce (B,L,D)
DAY 6 - Vienna
A guided sightseeing tour, with free time in city center. Then a walking tour from St Stephen's Cathedral. Maybe an optionsl Mozart or Strauss concert this evening? AMADolce (B,L,D)
DAY 7 - Dürnstein, Melk
In the Wachau Valley fenjoy a walking tour of Dürnstein, one of the prettiest towns along the Danube. The cobblestone streets reveal 16th-century town houses and wine taverns. Enjoy lunch and cruise to Melk. The tour includes the magnificent Benedictine Abbey. Enjoy an evening of wine tasting. AMADolce (B,L,D)
DAY 8 - Linz, Passau
Try an optional full-day excursion to fascinating Salzburg and the Sound of Music sights, or cruise to 2,000 year old Passau in Germany and enjoy a tour. AMADolce (B,L,D)
DAY 9 - Regensburg
After lunch, arrive in Regensburg, one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities. A guided tour shows beautiful churches and one of the oldest bridges crossing the Danube. Tonight, folklore entertainers will come onboard. AMADolce (B,L,D)
DAY 10 - Nuremberg
Scenic cruising through the Main-Danube Canal and into the Altmühl Valley. In Nuremburg, either choose the medieval history of Nuremberg or join the tour to see the Zeppelin field and the Justice Palace where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946. Moor overnight in Nuremberg. AMADolce (B,L,D)
DAY 11 - Karlovy Vary, Prague
Drive through the pastoral countryside to Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad) and most famous for its Bohemian spa. After lunch, continue to Prague. InterContinental Hotel - Prague, Czech Republic (B)
DAY 12 - Prague
Sightseeing includes a visit the 1,000 year-old Hradcany Castle courtyard and St. Vitus, and then walk over the Charles Bridge to the Old Market Square. Free time this evening. InterContinental Hotel - Prague, Czech Republic (B)
DAY 12 - Prague
Today is a free day to relax and explore on own. There is an optional tour to Terezin, the infamous Nazi WWII concentration camp. InterContinental Hotel - Prague, Czech Republic (B)
DAY 14 - Fly Home Bid farewell to Prague and transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)
Arrival: Budapest by 3:00pm
Departure: Prague at leisure.
Additional Pricing/Tour Includes:
14 Days and 13 Nights
Departing: Friday, October 21, 2011 14 days
PRICE PER PERSON:
Double: $4,368 Category E
Double: $4,563 Category D
Double: $4,934 Category C
Double: $5,140 Category B
Double: $5,243 Category A
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Price does not include airfare or transportation to gateway airport or city. Our representatives will help you locate your airfare or transportation to gateway airport or city.
Deposit: $500 per person deposit due with reservation. Final payment due 100 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy: From booking time to 121 days prior to departure: Loss of Deposit; 120 - 90 days prior to departure 35% penalty; 59 - 30 days prior to departure 50% penalty; 29 and less days prior to departure: no refund.
Please give full name as on Passport. Valid Passport required. Proof of Additional Medical Insurance required for Czech Republic.
• Tour Rating: TAP Deluxe
• 7-Night Cruise on AMAdolce River Boat on Danube River
• Included shore Excursions
• 3 Nights Prague, daily breakfast & guided tour
• Movie and Music Library & English Language TV stations
• Terry Bathrobes and White-on-white plush Bedding
• Superb Dining with all Meals included during your Cruise
• Unlimited Quality Red & White Wines & Beer with every Dinner onboard the Ship
• Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner
• Captain’s Gala Dinner
• Transfer from the Ship in Nuremberg to Hotel in Prague
• Daily Sightseeing Program as outlined in the Itinerary
• Special Highlights including Folklore Dances, Lectures, Theme Dinners
• Onboard Music Performances and afternoon & evening Piano Music
• Use of Bicycles to explore on your own from ship
• Services of Professional Cruise Director
• All English Language onboard
• Non-smoking Environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)
• All Transfers
• All local Taxes
• All Gratuities onboard ship
14 Days and 13 Nights
Double: $4,368 Category E
Double: $4,563 Category D
Double: $4,934 Category C
Double: $5,140 Category B
Double: $5,243 Category A
Deposit: $500 per person deposit due with reservation. Final payment due 100 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy: From booking time to 121 days prior to departure: Loss of Deposit; 120 - 90 days prior to departure 35% penalty; 59 - 30 days prior to departure 50% penalty; 29 and less days prior to departure: no refund.
Please give full name as on Passport. Valid Passport required. Proof of Additional Medical Insurance required for Czech Republic.
