Elegant Elbe (Berlin to Prague) 2010
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Current Promotions
Up to 2 for 1 Discount on this and other 2010 river cruises PLUS
$400 off International Air and
Complimentary Wine!Mention Promo Code: PR135
Up to 2 for 1 Discount Plus $400 off International Air!
See the world with Viking River Cruises in 2010, and if you book now you will receive up to 2 for 1 fares on 2010 river cruises plus an air savings of $400 per couple when you book the cruise and air portion. For booking early you will also receive complimentary wine. Certain restrictions apply, offer applies to new bookings and is not combinable with other promotional offers. Hurry you must book and pay in full before December 18, 2009 to redeem promotion.
See the world with Viking River Cruises in 2010, and if you book now you will receive up to 2 for 1 fares on 2010 river cruises plus an air savings of $400 per couple when you book the cruise and air portion. For booking early you will also receive complimentary wine. Certain restrictions apply, offer applies to new bookings and is not combinable with other promotional offers. Hurry you must book and pay in full before December 18, 2009 to redeem promotion.
Dates & Prices
Only with AffordableTours.com, receive low prices. Call or submit a quote to receive our lowest price. These deals sell out fast and prices on all our cruise specials can only be guaranteed once deposit has been made, so hurry now!
| Start Date | End Date | Cat1 | Cat2 | Cat3 | Cat4 | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Mar 20, 2010 | Mon, Mar 29, 2010 | $5399 | $4999 | $4199 | $3599 | Quote |
| Sat, Apr 03, 2010 | Mon, Apr 12, 2010 | $5799 | $5399 | $4599 | $3999 | Quote |
| Sat, Apr 17, 2010 | Mon, Apr 26, 2010 | $5799 | $5399 | $4599 | $3999 | Quote |
| Sat, May 15, 2010 | Mon, May 24, 2010 | $6799 | $6399 | $5599 | $4999 | Quote |
| Sat, Jun 12, 2010 | Mon, Jun 21, 2010 | $7399 | $6999 | $6199 | $5599 | Quote |
| Sat, Jul 10, 2010 | Mon, Jul 19, 2010 | $6799 | $6399 | $5599 | $4999 | Quote |
| Sat, Aug 07, 2010 | Mon, Aug 16, 2010 | $6799 | $6399 | $5599 | $4999 | Quote |
| Sat, Sep 04, 2010 | Mon, Sep 13, 2010 | $7399 | $6999 | $6199 | $5599 | Quote |
| Sat, Oct 02, 2010 | Mon, Oct 11, 2010 | $6599 | $6199 | $5399 | $4799 | Quote |
| Sat, Oct 16, 2010 | Mon, Oct 25, 2010 | $6599 | $6199 | $5399 | $4799 | Quote |
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Itinerary
Discover the natural beauty of former East Germany's dramatic landscape on an Elbe River cruise. Tour the opulent palaces of Saxon monarchs and stroll through beautifully landscaped gardens; sail between the dramatic sandstone cliffs of Germany's 'Saxon Switzerland.' Marvel at the baroque splendor of Dresden and see how Meissenware porcelain is produced. Walk in the footsteps of Martin Luther in historic Wittenberg and learn about the Protestant Reformation. Your journey is bookended by one night in multicultural Berlin and one night in graceful Prague. An elegant experience indeed.
Day 1 Berlin We meet you at the Berlin airport and transfer you to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy free time and get acquainted with the city - or join our 'welcome walk' to stretch your legs and start getting oriented.
Day 2 Potsdam and Magdeburg
After breakfast, travel to Potsdam. Tour either Sanssouci Palace, a perfect example of German rococo architecture, or the nearby 200-room baroque New Palace - both built by Prussian King Frederick the Great in the 18th century. After lunch on your own, transfer to Magdeburg to embark your ship. Dinner served aboard; ship departs late tonight. (B, L, D)
Day 3 Dessau
Arrive this morning in Dessau. Take a journey to Wörlitz Park, Germany's first landscaped park with English-style gardens. Tour inside Wörlitz Castle, fashioned after an English country home, and walk the grounds. Afternoon at leisure to see more of Dessau's palaces and parks, or take an optional tour to see the Bauhaus College and some of the modernist structures by architects like Walter Gropius and Carl Fieger - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then return to your ship for dinner and evening departure. (B, L, D)
Day 4 Wittenberg and Torgau
Wake up in Wittenberg, birthplace of the Reformation. After breakfast, follow in Martin Luther's footsteps to view many of Wittenberg's historic landmarks. Tour inside Luther's House and St. Marien's Church, where he preached. See the Castle Church where Luther posted his 95 Theses; then enjoy free time. Return to your ship and depart during lunch; cruising along a very pretty stretch of the Elbe.
After dinner aboard, arrive in Torgau with its wonderful Renaissance houses. Join your Program Director for an evening stroll to see fortified Hartenfels Castle, Market Square and the riverside monument commemorating the historic 1945 meeting between Russian and American troops. Ship sails at midnight. (B, L, D)
Day 5 Meissen
Today, cruise the Elbe, arriving in Meissen after lunch. Visit the Meissenware factory, which has produced fine porcelain since the early 1700s. See firsthand how this trademarked porcelain is created by hand and tour the museum. Proceed to Castle Hill for a walking tour through the Old Town. Return aboard for dinner and a short cruise to Dresden. (B, L, D)
Day 6 Dresden
Embark on a tour of Dresden, nicknamed 'Florence on the Elbe.' Drive through the 19th-century residential area to the Dresden Castle complex; enter the Green Vault to see a comprehensive collection of the Saxon monarchs' crown jewels. Continue on foot to see Zwinger Palace, Semper Opera House and the Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) with its distinctive bell-shaped dome, which survived the World War II bombings but collapsed the following day and was later rebuilt.
Enjoy some free time to explore more of Dresden, or join an optional painting class and create your own portrait of this lovely city. Dinner served during evening departure. (B, L, D)
Day 7 Saxon Switzerland
This morning, cruise through the magnificent, soaring rock formations of the Saxon Switzerland region, then dock at the spa town of Bad Schandau. From here we make our way to the famous rock tower known as the Bastei (bastion), formed by water a million years ago, to enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Elbe. Return aboard for dinner and evening cruising. (B, L, D)
Day 8 Litomerice
Arrive after lunch in Litomerice, one of the prettiest towns in the Czech Republic. See St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Jesuit Church, historic Market Square and many residential buildings from the baroque, Renaissance and Gothic periods. The tour ends with a tasting of beers from this Bohemian region. Dine aboard. (B, L, D)
Day 9 Melnik and Prague
Awaken in Melnik; after breakfast, disembark for transfer to Prague. Upon arrival, you tour Prague, 'City of a Hundred Spires.' After a guided walk through Old Town, take some free time to explore on your own. Then ride to Hradcany Castle for a tour through the castle's interior. Return to the hotel for check-in and dinner on your own. (B)
Day 10 Prague
After breakfast, check out and we take you to the airport for your return flight. Or, extend your time abroad with 2 additional nights in Prague, giving you time to see even more of this vibrant city. (B)
Questions? call 1-800-342-0019
What's Included
ALL-INCLUSIVE PRICING
Daily Shore Excursions
9 included guided tours
All Meals 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
Port Charges Included on all itineraries
Air Taxes, Fees, Fuel Surcharges and Transfers Included with airfare
Note: U.S. flights depart one day prior to check-in date. Transfers are included with roundtrip airfare purchase. If air is not purchased from Viking River Cruises, transfers between airport and ship/hotel may be purchased separately at the cost of $60 per person, per direction, and are available to passengers whose flights arrive or depart on check-in or check-out day only. Airfare includes all government air taxes/fees of approximately $160 as well as all air fuel surcharges. Air seats are limited; airfares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until full payment is received. Additional baggage charges may apply; consult your airline.
Pricing Categories for Itinerary is as follows:
Note: U.S. flights depart one day prior to check-in date. Transfers are included with roundtrip airfare purchase. If air is not purchased from Viking River Cruises, transfers between airport and ship/hotel may be purchased separately at the cost of $60 per person, per direction, and are available to passengers whose flights arrive or depart on check-in or check-out day only. Airfare includes all government air taxes/fees of approximately $160 as well as all air fuel surcharges. Air seats are limited; airfares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until full payment is received. Additional baggage charges may apply; consult your airline.
Pricing Categories for Itinerary is as follows:
| Cabin 1 | Category - A |
| Cabin 2 | Category - B |
| Cabin 3 | Category - C |
| Cabin 4 | Category - D |
Questions? call 1-800-342-0019
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