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Grand Black Sea Cruise From Bucharest To Prague

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Day 1 - Arrive in Bucharest, Romania. Welcome to Bucharest! Its wide boulevards and Arc de Triomphe have gained this city the name "Paris of the East."
Day 2 - Bucharest - Oltenita (Embarkation). During your included tour of Romania's capital, see the impressive Parliament Building, the second-largest building in the world after the Pentagon. The former Royal Palace now houses the NATIONAL ART MUSEUM. This afternoon a motorcoach ride takes you to Oltenita, where your river cruise vessel is docked. Before dinner, meet your crew at a welcome reception. (B,D)
Day 3 - Silistra, Bulgaria. Excursion to Varna, Black Sea. Located at Bulgaria's border with Romania, Silistra is a port city and the capital of an important agricultural region. After breakfast, travel by road to Varna. This city on the Black Sea is an important naval base and sea resort with a long history. Roman baths are among the younger artifacts. During your sightseeing, visit the NATIONAL ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM, home of the Gold of Varna, as featured in National Geographic some years ago. (B,L,D)
Day 4 - Svistov. Excursion to Veliko Târnovo & Arbanassi. A comfortable ride from the port city of Svistov is the ancient Bulgarian capital of Veliko Târnovo. Situated on three hills surrounding the Yantra River, the city was a natural fortress with ancient stone houses clinging to the steep slopes. The oldest part is Tsarevets Hill, home of the Royal Fortress, palaces, and the PATRIARCH'S CHURCH. The historic village of Arbanassi is best known for its ETHNOGRAPHICAL MUSEUM and the outstanding collection of frescoes in the CHURCH OF THE NATIVITY. Rejoin your ship in Svistov. (B,L,D)
Day 5 - Iron Gates. The Trajan Table marking the Roman conquest of Dacia and the Serbian fortresses of Golubac and Smederevo are impressive sights on the left bank of the Danube. The dramatic gorge of the IRON GATES, a narrow and formerly very dangerous passage dividing Europe's Alps in the northwest from the Carpathians in the southeast, forms a natural border between Serbia and Romania. (B,L,D)
Day 6 - Belgrade, Serbia. The capital of Serbia is situated at the confluence of the Danube and Sava Rivers. A local expert will be proud to show you its main sights, which include the city's principal landmark, KALEMEGDAN FORTRESS; St. Sava, the world's largest Orthodox Church; and Marshal Tito's tomb and monument. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Novi Sad. Overlooking the city of Novi Sad with a spectacular view of the Danube is Marshal Vauban's unconquerable Petrovaradin Fortress. Enjoy an included sightseeing tour before relaxing this afternoon as you cruise upriver. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Pecs, Hungary - Kalocsa. Pecs is Hungary's fifth-largest city and its richest in terms of Turkish architecture. Enjoy an orientation and some free time before proceeding to Kalocsa. Founded by St. Stephen in 1009 as an archbishopric, Kalocsa has a most turbulent history. This quiet town, which is best known for paprika and folklore art, is dominated by the Archbishop's Palace and Kalocsa Cathedral, where you will be treated to an ORGAN CONCERT. (B,L,D)
Day 9 - Budapest. Seven bridges, including the famous Chain and Elisabeth Bridges, connect ancient Buda on the right bank with Pest on the left. The massive hilltop castle complex with FISHERMEN'S BASTION and the Matthias Church is among the many sights your Local Guide will show you. This afternoon is free to explore on your own. (B,L,D)
Day 10 - Budapest - Vienna, Austria. A day to relax 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. Vienna, Austria's capital, is known as the "City of Music" and inspired the creative genius of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss. (B,L,D)
Day 11 - Vienna. Once the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire, Vienna has much to offer: the lavish Hofburg Palace, the impressive Vienna Opera House, the majestic Ring Boulevard, and awe-inspiring St. Stephen's Cathedral, to name just a few of the sights you will enjoy during your city tour. Shop in the Karntnerstrasse and enjoy Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel in a neighborhood café. An optional concert is available during your stay. (B,L,D)
Day 12 - Dürnstein - Melk. Dürnstein, known for the magnificent baroque Stiftskirche with its blue façade, is situated 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. This afternoon, a stop in Melk with its splendid BENEDICTINE ABBEY that dominates the town from its commanding hill site and is one of Europe's largest monasteries. This evening, sample some of the Wachau Valley's FAMOUS WINES. (B,L,D)
Day 13 - Linz - Passau, Germany. Linz, Austria's third-largest town, lies on both banks of the Danube and is an important industrial town and busy river port. An optional full-day excursion to Salzburg takes in the popular Sound of Music sights. Passau, ideally located at the confluence of the Rivers Inn, Ilz, and Danube, is a city of graceful arcades and cobblestone streets. St. Stephen's Cathedral houses the world's largest church organ with more than 17,000 pipes. (B,L,D)
Day 14 - Regensburg. Regensburg is one of Germany's best preserved medieval cities. Architectural highlights on your guided tour include the Old Town Hall, and Porta Pretoria"gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. It is here you will find Germany's oldest restaurant, the 12th-century Historische Wurstküche (Old Sausage Kitchen). (B,L,D)
Day 15 - Nuremberg. Although Nuremberg suffered extensive damage during WWII, much of it was restored to its original style. Marvel at this historic city with its fabulous gothic churches and elegant patrician houses, all explained by a local expert. Nuremberg's traditions include famous Lebkuchen, toy making, and metal working. After dinner we'll introduce you to some of Germany's FAMOUS BEERS! (B,L,D)
Day 16 - Nuremberg (Disembarkation) - Prague, Czech Republic. Cross the Czech border in the Bohemian Forest and head for Prague, the "Golden City." (B)
Day 17 - Prague. Prague is a 1,000-year-old city preserved in time. See its treasures such as Old Town's Astronomical Clock, once the envy of all of Europe; HRADCANY CASTLE GROUNDS, St. Vitus Cathedral, and the Charles Bridge. Mix with the locals in Wenceslaus Square or stroll along the Vltava River. (B)
Day 18 - Prague. A free day to explore the city at your own pace. (B)
Day 19 - Prague. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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  Tour Name   Grand Black Sea Cruise From Bucharest To Prague
  Tour Code  
WON
  Tour Duration    19 Days
  Start City   Bucharest, BUCH, ROM
  End City   Prague, CR, CZE
  Price From   $4,499.00   See in Cart
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Pricing (Per Person)

Land Start Date Price Our Price
2012-06-02 $5969 See Price in Cart
2012-06-23 $5869 See Price in Cart
2012-09-01 $6179 See Price in Cart
2012-10-06 $5669 See Price in Cart
2013-06-08 $6239 See Price in Cart
2013-07-13 $6139 See Price in Cart
2013-08-17 $6239 See Price in Cart
2013-10-26 $5289 See Price in Cart
    Port charges:
    $210

    Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available.

    Extra nights per person in Bucharest:
    In single room $260, in twin room $137

    Extra nights per person in Prague:
    Departures April 11-June 22 & August 31 - October 5: in single room $288, in twin room $158
    Departures July 4 & August 29: in single room $210, in twin room $118

    Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.

    To upgrade to a higher category, add per person:

    Category / Decks / Price
    B / Sapphire Deck / $1,098
    A / Sapphire Deck / $1,198
    P / Royal Deck / $1,398
    Suite / Royal Deck / $2,598
 

Features

  • City Highlights
    • CRUISE:
    Deluxe 14-night cruise from Oltenita to Nuremberg in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds
    BUCHAREST:
    Guided sightseeing, see the Parliament Building, and visit the National Art Museum
    OLTENITA:
    Welcome reception
    VARNA:
    Guided sightseeing, visit the National Archaeological Museum
    VELIKO TÂRNOVO:
    Guided sightseeing, visit the Patriarch's Church
    ARBANASSI:
    Guided visit of the Ethnographical Museum and the Church of the Nativity
    IRON GATES:
    Cruise through the dramatic Iron Gates gorge; see the Trajan Table
    BELGRADE:
    Guided sightseeing, visit Kalemegdan Fortress
    NOVI SAD:
    Guided sightseeing, see Petrovaradin Fortress
    PECS:
    Orientation
    KALOCSA:
    Orientation; organ concert
    BUDAPEST:
    Guided sightseeing, visit Fishermen's Bastion
    VIENNA:
    Guided sightseeing
    DÜRNSTEIN:
    Guided walk, see the Stiftskirche
    MELK:
    Guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey; wine tasting
    PASSAU:
    Guided sightseeing
    REGENSBURG:
    Guided sightseeing
    MAIN DANUBE CANAL:
    Cruise in the canal
    NUREMBERG:
    Guided sightseeing; beer tasting
    PRAGUE:
    Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit Hradcany Castle grounds
  • Key Differences
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  • Launch Date
    • 5/17/11 8:00 pm
  • Meals
    • Full buffet breakfast (B) in Bucharest and Prague; superb dining with all meals on board daily featuring full breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D), including a welcome reception, Captain's reception, and farewell dinner; quality wines from Europe's most famous wine regions with every dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements.
  • Notes
    • Notes:
    • In the event of water level problems on stretches of any river, or any problems of a technical nature, it may be necessary to operate part of the itinerary by motorcoach or to alter the program.
    • Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
    • Included visits and special features are subject to change. If a change is necessary, a substitute will be offered.
    • Due to closure of locks on the Main Danube Canal for maintenance reasons, disembarkation for departures April 11 and April 13 (Imagery) will be in Passau and there will be some modifications to the itinerary. Check with our travel consultants.
  • Title
    • Grand Black Sea Cruise from Bucharest to Prague
 

Hotels

    BUCHAREST Athénée Palace Hilton (SF), PRAGUE Hilton (SF)