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 | European Jewels (Amsterdam to Budapest)
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| | Operator | Trafalgar | | Ship | MS River Queen | | Length | 16 Days | | Port Charges | Not Included | | Starting City | Amsterdam, Holland | | Ending City | Budapest, Hungary | | Regions | Austria, Germany, Holland, Hungary | | Rivers | Danube, Main, Rhine | | Departure Date | Aug 07, 2009 | | Return Date | Aug 22, 2009 |
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| Experience the true jewels of European art, architecture, and culture. Embark on a history-steeped European journey that takes you through four countries, Hungary, Austria, Germany, and The Netherlands-and along three great rivers the Danube, Main, and Rhine. From the stunning, exotic beauty of Budapest to music-rich Vienna to the soaring spires of Cologne's Cathedral-there are incomparable sights on this trip you'll see. Sail through Austria's lush Wachau Valley and taste the famous wines of the region. Cruise through the 106-mile engineering marvel the Main-Danube Canal, en route from the enchanting Danube to the meandering Main River. Travel the Rhine, where you'll see fairytale castles and sloping vineyards, and hear about the river's legends. And step back in time as you walk through the cobblestone streets of medieval cities -Regensburg, Nuremberg and Bamberg-to name just a few. Savor all the majestic beauty and mystique of a European Jewels river cruise. Who will enjoy this cruise: Architecture fans will be enthralled with a grand collection of medieval, gothic, baroque, and modern buildings. Photographers can capture an endless parade of scenic beauty and historic splendor. | _2069.jpg) |
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Day 1 - Depart Home Gateway City to Amsterdam
Day 2 - Amsterdam (embark)
Day 3 - Cologne
Day 4 - Cruising the romantic Rhine, Rudesheim
Day 5 - Offenbach (Heidelberg)
Day 6 - Miltenberg, Wertheim
Day 7 - Wurzburg
Day 8 - Cruising the Main River
Day 9 - Bamberg
Day 10 - Nuremberg, cruising the Main-Danube Canal
Day 11 - Regensburg
Day 12 - Passau
Day 13 - Melk, cruising the scenic Wachau Valley, Vienna
Day 14 - Vienna
Day 15 - Budapest
Day 16 - Budapest (disembark), transfer to the airport
Please Note
The order of sightseeing and itinerary is subject to change. |
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WHATS INCLUDED
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Sightseeing Highlights
- Budapest: Your city tour features the famous Chain Bridge, the 19th-century Fisherman's Bastion, and UNESCO-listed Castle Hill district.
- Vienna: City tour.
- Melk: A guided tour of the Abbey.
- Passau: Visit St. Stephan's Cathedral, home to Europe's largest pipe organ, and site of your organ recital.
- Regensburg: Walking tour.
- Nuremberg: Tour of this medieval city.
- Bamberg: Guided walk through Bamberg Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Wurzburg: Enjoy wine tasting fabulous Franconian wines.
- Wertheim: Visit the glass museum.
- Heidelberg: A guided tour of the ruins of Heidelberg Castle and through the Old Town.
- Rudesheim: Visit Siegfried's Mechanical museum.
- Cologne: Walking tour and visit to Cologne Cathedral
Dining Highlights
- Enriching onboard entertainment and insightful lectures
- Captain's Welcome and Farewell Dinners
- All meals on board ship: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Complimentary wine during dinner, and bottled water in your stateroom
- Classical European cuisine with a twist of contemporary elegance
First Class Travel Highlights
- 14-night cruise in an outside stateroom on the luxurious Grand River Queen
- 13 shore excursions fully hosted by English-speaking guides
- An experienced Cruise Manager and attentive all English-speaking crew
- All transfers
- State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio headset system on all shore excursions
Complimentary Transfers
- Arrival Transfers: Flights must arrive between 0700 and 1400 on the day the cruise departs, or on the day any included land program begins in order to receive airport to ship transfers. These transfers are group transfers and passengers may experience a waiting period of up to 2 hours or more between transfers.
- Passengers will need to make their way to the meet and greet area where they will be met by a representative holding a TRAFALGAR UNIWORLD sign. Passengers arriving outside the official dates of arrival will need to make their own arrangements or purchase a private transfer.
- Departure Transfers: Flights must depart between 0700 and 1700 on the day that the cruise or the included land package ends in order to receive the ship to airport transfer. Passengers departing later than this must make their own arrangements or purchase private transfers.
- Passenger flight details must be given to Trafalgar 45 days days prior to departure in order to qualify for these transfers.
Important Note: Complimentary transfers will vary on certain tours especially if a Land portion is included on the tour. Please contact Trafalgar or your Travel Agent at time of booking to confirm the Complimentary transfer status on your selected tour.
NOT INCLUDED:
Port Charges: $196
Pricing Categories for Itinerary is as follows:
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Cabin upgrades are available upon request! | | ^Top |
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| Note: All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates are subject to change without notice and at any time by the river cruise operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. Please call us toll free at 1-800-342-0019 to confirm availability and current pricing on all our discounted specials. The prices on this website are not guaranteed until a deposit has been made. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in these prices until a booking has been confirmed by one of our agents. | | |
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