Eastern Europe Explorer (Bucharest to Vienna) 2010
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Dates & Prices
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| Start Date | End Date | Cat1 | Cat2 | Cat3 | Cat4 | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, May 24, 2010 | Tue, Jun 08, 2010 | $4699 | $4924 | $5324 | $5624 | Quote |
| Sun, Jul 11, 2010 | Mon, Jul 26, 2010 | $4599 | $4824 | $5224 | $5524 | Quote |
| Sat, Aug 28, 2010 | Sun, Sep 12, 2010 | $4799 | $5024 | $5424 | $5724 | Quote |
| Fri, Oct 15, 2010 | Sat, Oct 30, 2010 | $4699 | $4924 | $5324 | $5624 | Quote |
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Itinerary
Vibrant capitals like Vienna, Budapest, Bucharest, Belgrade, and Bratislava show the cultural diversity of their proud citizens. History, nature, and hospitable people are all awaiting your discovery on this all-encompassing Eastern Europe cruise.
Celtic fortifications, medieval towns, Turkish baths, 19th-century neoclassical architecture, Roman ruins, and modern resorts make this one of the most extraordinary voyages in the world. Not to mention the natural beauty of pastoral landscapes, the Danube's famed Iron Gates, Bulgaria's Black Sea shores, and quaint medieval towns.
You'll cruise through seven countries: Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania, seeing sights that you won't forget, immersing yourself in new cultures, meeting new friends, and delighting in new types of food and drink.
Who will enjoy this cruise: Those who wish to witness the dramatic changes in Eastern European countries until the present time. Nature lovers inspired by dramatic scenery. Fans of architecture and archeology will delight in spectacular structures and ancient ruins.
Day 1: Depart home gateway city to Bucharest
Day 2: Bucharest
Arrive at Bucharest Otopeni Airport and you will be transferred to the hotel.
Day 3: Bucharest
Featured Excursion: Enjoy a full day at leisure. (BB)
Day 4: Bucharest, transfer to Giurgiu (embark)
Enjoy a Bucharest city tour. (BB, L)
Featured Excursion: Bucharest city tour
Day 5: Rousse (Varna and Black Sea cruise)
Visit Varna's Archeological Museum, home to the oldest gold treasure inthe world. Savor Bulgarian cuisine. (BB, L, D)
Featured Excursion: Full-day Varna and a visit to the Varna archeological museum
Day 6: Rousse
Enjoy leisure time exploring Rousse, Bulgaria's fourth-largest city.Walk along the lively pedestrian zone, known for its 19th- and20th-century Neo-Baroque and Neo-Rococo architecture. (BB, L, Captain's Welcome Dinner)
Day 7: Vidin (Belogradchik)
Visit the legendary Medieval Baba Vida Fortress and Belogradchik, afairytale world of weathered red sandstone in fantastic formations andone of the natural wonders of Bulgaria. (BB, L, D)
Featured Excursion: Baba Vida Fortress and Belogradchik rock formations
Day 8: Cruising the scenic Iron Gates, Kostolac
Relax onboard as you cruise the spectacular Iron Gates, an 80-milesequence of gorges that the mighty Danube cut through the CarpathianMountains and one of the most dramatic natural displays of beauty inEurope. (BB, L, D)
Day 9: Kostolac (Viminacium), Belgrade
Resident archeologists bring the historic grandeur of the excavationsat Viminacium alive. The former Roman city boasted villas, thermalbaths, a mausoleum, and even an amphitheater. (BB, L, D)
Featured Excursion: Viminacium archeological site
Day 10: Belgrade
You'll be taken on a panoramic drive through Belgrade, which featuresthe Belgrade Fortress in Kalemegdan Park, St. Sava Cathedral, and avisit to Tito's Memorial. (BB, L, D)
Featured Excursion: Belgrade city tour
Day 11: Vukovar (Osijek)
Tour Osijek and experience Croatian life while meeting students duringa school visit and enjoying a home-hosted lunch.(BB, L, D)
Featured Excursion: Tour of Osijek, home-hosted lunch, and school visit
Day 12: Cruising the Danube, Budapest
Enjoy the morning at leisure in Budapest before cruising the Danube. (BB, L, D)
Day 13: Budapest
Your panoramic tour of Budapest gives you a sweeping view of all its famous sights. (BB, L, D)
Featured Excursion: Budapest city tour
Day 14: Bratislava
Admire Bratislava's eclectic architecture of Gothic, Baroque, and ArtDeco styles on your walking tour. (BB, L, Captain's Farewell Dinner)
Featured Excursion: Bratislava walking tour
Day 15: Vienna
Capture Vienna's imperial history during a tour that takes you alongthe stately Ringstrasse. Stroll through the Hofburg grounds to St.Stephen's Cathedral, and visit the Austrian National Library. (BB, L, D)
Featured Excursion: Vienna city tourand
Day 16: Vienna (disembark), transfer to the airport
Disembark and transfer to Vienna International Airport for your flight home.
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What's Included
Port Charges:
Port Charges: $168 (Vienna to Bucharest), $168 (Bucharest to Vienna)
Single Cabin Disclaimer:
A limited number of singles may be available in certain categories on certain vessels for an additional supplement. Please inquire.
Pricing Categories for Itinerary is as follows:
| Cat2 | Category 4 |
| Cat3 | Category 3 |
| Cat4 | Category 2 |
To upgrade to a higher category, add per person the following prices to Cat1:
| Category 1 | $1,225 |
| Suite | $2,025 |
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