Cruise For A Cause Special Pricing extended until May 30th
October 15-25, 2016Cruise For A Cause Itinerary
This afternoon board your river cruise vessel and sail westward, with guided sightseeing in magical Vienna, Passau, and medieval Regensburg. Also take a guided walk in the charming town of Dürnstein, and visit the awe-inspiring Benedictine Abbey in Melk. Enjoy wine tasting in Melk and beer tasting in Regensburg. Disembark your ship and travel to the “Golden City” of Prague for a final three overnights, guided sightseeing, and plenty of free time to discover all areas of Prague. All of this and more await you on this marvelous vacation!
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Day 1 – Budapest (Embarkation)
Day 1 – Budapest (Embarkation)This afternoon, board your river cruise vessel and meet your crew at a welcome reception. (D)
Day 2 – Budapest – ViennaAustria Enjoy a day of relaxation on board and marvel at the beautiful scenery on both banks of the Danube. Hungary is on your left as you cruise upriver 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. This evening, arrive in Vienna, Austria’s capital. Known as the “City of Music,” it inspired the creative genius of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss. An optional concert is available during your stay. (B, L, D)
Day 3 – Vienna
Day 3 – ViennaOnce the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire, Austria’s magical capital on the blue Danube is a showcase of gilded architecture. This is home to the lavish Hofburg Imperial Palace complex with its Vienna Boys’ Choir and dazzling Lipizzaner stallions; the neo-renaissance Vienna Opera House; and awe-inspiring St. Stephen’s Cathedral—plus, countless other sights your LOCAL GUIDE will show you during an included CITY SIGHTSEEING TOUR. Stroll through the delightful pedestrian Kärntnerstrasse, and be sure to take a break and enjoy a piece of decadent Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel in one of the classic Viennese coffee houses, historic institutions that helped shape Viennese culture! (B, L, D)
Day 4– Dürnstein–Melk
Day 4– Dürnstein–MelkDürnstein, known for the magnificent baroque, blue Stiftskirche built in the 1700s, is right in the heart of the Wachau wine region. The main street of this small town is lined with 16th-century homes and charming cobblestone streets. Your Local Guide will take you on an included WALKING TOUR and tell you the tale of England’s King Richard the Lionheart, who was imprisoned in the castle whose ruins still stand above the town. During lunchtime, sail the picturesque Wachau Valley and arrive in Melk in the early afternoon. Here, enjoy a GUIDED VISIT of the magnificent 11th-century BENEDICTINE ABBEY, one of Europe’s largest monasteries. The abbey houses an ornate library with over 80,000 printed books and 2,000 manuscripts. You’ll be captivated by the splendor of the church and the view from the terrace overlooking the Danube. This evening, sample some of the Wachau Valley’s FAMOUS WINES. (B, L, D)
Day 5 – Passau, Germany
Day 5 – Passau, GermanyToday, you might wish to choose from a couple of full-day optional excursions: to Salzburg, taking in some of The Sound of Music sights or to medieval Ceský Krumlov in the Czech Republic, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Alternatively, you may choose to stay on the ship and relax as you cruise to Passau, uniquely located where the Inn, Ilz, and Danube Rivers converge. Passau is a maze of narrow cobblestone streets lined with beautiful patrician houses. St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a masterpiece of Italian baroque architecture, houses one of the world’s largest church organs with 17,774 pipes. Take in the highlights on the included GUIDED WALK. (B, L, D)
Day 6 – Regensburg
Day 6 – RegensburgDating back to the time of the Celts around 500 BC, Regensburg is one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities. Established during the Holy Roman Empire and the only German city not bombed during WWII, Regensburg has at least 1,300 listed buildings of “historic interest.” Architectural highlights of your GUIDED WALK include the Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall), built in the 13th century, and Porta Pretoria, gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. Wander through the city’s lanes and alleys to discover the many mansions with high towers. Wealthy families built these towers to emphasize their status and wealth during the Middle Ages, and many still remain today. Walk across the 12th-century Steinerne Brücke (Stone Bridge), the oldest of its kind in Germany. Grab a beer and enjoy an included SNACK at the 17th-century Historische Wurstküche (Old Sausage Kitchen), one of Germany’s oldest restaurants. Here—where the locals congregate—feel the vibrant atmosphere and take in the remarkable views along the river. After dinner, we’ll introduce you to some of Germany’s FAMOUS BEERS. (B, L, D)
Day 7 – Roth–Nuremberg
Day 7 – Roth–NurembergThis morning the choice is yours—join a Local Guide for a RALLY GROUNDS tour in nearby Nuremberg, or a GUIDED SIGHTSEEING of Roth.This delightful Bavarian town, with its half-timbered houses and market square, is also an industrial center for textile manufacturing. Visit the interesting INDUSTRIAL MUSEUM and then in contrast,
take pictures of Schloss Ratibor, an ancient hunting lodge, built in 1535, with a most picturesque inner courtyard. (B,L, D)
Day 8 – Nuremberg (Disembarkation)–Prague, Czech Republic
Day 8 – Nuremberg (Disembarkation)–Prague, Czech RepublicAfter breakfast, say goodbye to your crew and travel by motorcoach to Prague, the “Golden City.” Check into your hotel and enjoy the rest of your day exploring on your own. (B)
Day 9 – Prague
Day 9 – PraguePrague is a 1,200-year-old city preserved in time, and, unlike other Central European capitals, it was not bombed during the 20th-century wars. A LOCAL GUIDE shows you its best-known treasures, such as the Old Town’s Astronomical Clock, built in 1410; HRADCANY CASTLE GROUNDS; St. Vitus Cathedral; and the Charles Bridge. Browse the shops for hand-cut crystal or art books. (B)
Day 10 – Prague
Day 10 – PragueEnjoy a free day to explore the city at your own pace. Perhaps visit the Communist Museum or take an optional excursion around the Jewish Quarter. Sample the local plum dumplings and Pilsner; stroll along the Vltava River. Your Cruise Director will have other suggestions for things to do.” (B)
Day 11 – Prague
Day 11 – PragueYour vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Included in Your Blue Danube River Cruise
MEALS
10 Breakfasts (B)
7 Lunches (L)
8 Dinners (D)
SIGHTSEEING
Sightseeing as outlined in the itinerary with inside visits (including admission charges) and special features shown in UPPER CASE in the tour description. Sightseeing with local guides where applicable.
CHARITY
Price includes $1000.00 per person donation to qualified Bucket List Travel Tours charities.
Not Included in Blue Danube River Cruise
AIRPORT MISCELLANEOUS
Airfare, Airport taxes (where applicable), excess baggage, meals not included in attached itinerary, all items of a personal nature such as laundry, cleaning, telephone, internet, or fax expenses, beverages including tea and coffee (except at breakfast and at hotel dinners), wines, liquors, soft drinks, etc. Gratuities for the Tour Director, motor coach driver and local guides are not included and can be added for the entire group at your request. In some cases, gratuities for local guides cannot be included and must be paid while on tour. Airfare may be arranged with Bucket List Travel Tours.
PASSPORTS & VISAS
Passports must comply with immigration regulations. Regulations may include, but are not limited to the following: must have at least 2 blank pages when entering a country and must have no less than 6 months before expiring. It is the responsibility of the traveler to check visa requirements and obtain visa(s). Bucket List Travel Tours preferred visa provider is GenVisa. GenVisa provides centralized customer service through its website, a national customer service center in Washington, D.C., and processing offices in San Francisco, Chicago, New York and Houston. Contact GenVisa at 800.845.8968 or info@genvisa.com.
Details
Pricing
Per person price based on double occupancy in Deluxe State Room: $3795.00
Per person price based on double occupancy in Panorama Suite: $4695.00
PRICES INCLUDE A $1000 CHARITABLE DONATION PER PERSON
Budapest pre-tour option: add $430.00 per person for an additional 2 days in Budapest with tours, daily breakfast and a dinner (based on double occupancy)
Price includes: land/cruise, port charges, meals and accommodations as specified in the itinerary, sightseeing and services of a professional cruise director.
EXTENDED!! Purchase by May 30, 2016
Travel Protection
Travel Protection is highly suggested, please contact Sue@piazzapatrick.com
Cancellation Fees
- Cancellation fees will apply to any additional services, including accommodations, independently supplied services and optional excursions, reserved prior to, during and after the tour,the donation and fees are not refundable.
Additional Information
- This is an Adults Only Tour