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 | Grand European Discovery (Basel to Vienna)
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| | Operator | Trafalgar | | Ship | MS River Countess | | Length | 16 Days | | Port Charges | Not Included | | Starting City | Basel, Switzerland | | Ending City | Vienna, Austria | | Regions | Austria, France, Germany, Switzerland | | Rivers | Danube, Main, Rhine | | Departure Date | Oct 11, 2009 | | Return Date | Oct 26, 2009 |
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| Combine the Danube Discovery and the Rhine Discovery into one grand European Discovery. Travel along three majestic rivers where you'll be inspired at every turn. Touch history in Switzerland, France, Germany, and Austria. Visit wonderfully preserved towns that offer a glimpse into life as it must have been lived centuries ago in Miltenberg, with its crooked streets and leaning houses, and Strasbourg's Petite France lined with canals. Explore legendary landmarks-the Niederwald Monument in Rudesheim, the 900-year-old Melk Abbey, and the UNESCO World Heritage Wurzburg Residenz Palace. And get a taste of culinary diversity while indulging in Wiener Schnitzel in Austria, savoring world-class wines from the Wachau Valley, and drinking hearty beers from Germany. Come discover what's grand about Europe. Who will enjoy this cruise: Connoisseurs of wine, beer, and food will savor the delicious beverages and cuisine native to this great region. Who will enjoy this cruise: Naturalists looking to view some of the most stunning river scenery in Europe. History enthusiasts, music lovers, art aficionados, and those looking for Old World charm - it's here in abundance. | _2094.jpg) |
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ITINERARY
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Day 1 - Depart Home Gateway City to Basel
Day 2 - Basel (embark)
Day 3 - Strasbourg, Speyer
Day 4 - Speyer (Heidelberg), Rudesheim
Day 5 - Aschaffenburg
Day 6 - Miltenberg
Day 7 - Wurzburg
Day 8 - Bamberg
Day 9 - Nuremberg
Day 10 - Nuremberg
Day 11 - Regensburg
Day 12 - Passau
Day 13 - Melk
Day 14 - Melk, Scenic Cruising Wachau Valley, Krems
Day 15 - Vienna
Day 16 - Vienna (disembark), transfer to airport |
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WHATS INCLUDED
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Sightseeing Highlights
- 14-night cruise in a river view stateroom on the stunning River Countess
- All meals onboard.
- Complimentary fine wine during dinner, bottled water in your stateroom, and 24-hour specialty coffee.
- 13 shore excursions, fully hosted by English-speaking guides
- State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio headset system on all shore excursions
- Complimentary use of bicycles.
- Exciting onboard entertainment and insightful lectures
- Exclusive Epicurean Adventurer Program
- 2 Captain's Welcome and 2 Captain's Farewell Dinners
- An experienced Cruise Manager and attentive, all English-speaking staff
- All transfers on arrival and departure days
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 show
- 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.
New for 2009! Epicurean Adventurer Program
Private wine tasting, culinary demonstrations and two special wine and food pairing dinners make this trip extra special.
- Krems Wine Experience
- Wurzburg Residenz Cellar wine tasting
- Danube wine and food pairing dinner
- Rhine wine and food pairing dinner
- Luscious Danube and Rhine dessert making demonstrations and tasting
NOT INCLUDED:
Port Charges: $196
Pricing Categories for Itinerary is as follows:
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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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