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A TASTE OF THE DANUBE - 2010: Tapestry
5 days incl. air, or 4 days from Vienna to Budapest (WVB)

Discover the fascinating Danube with its charming small towns and exciting cities on this river cruise vacation. From Vienna, the "City of Music," embark on your Danube River cruise and begin exploring the natural beauty of Austria's Wachau Valley, Slovakia's capital of Bratislava, and the vibrant Hungarian city of Budapest.

INCLUDED FEATURES

Cruises:
Deluxe 3-night cruise from Vienna to Budapest in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds

Bratislava:
Guided sightseeing, visit St. Martin's Cathedral

Melk:
Guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey

Notes:

  • In the event of water level problems on stretches of any river, it may be necessary to operate part of the itinerary by motorcoach.
  • Included visits and special features are subject to change. If a change is necessary, a substitute will be offered.
  • Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.

    MEALS - (B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner

    Superb dining on board daily, featuring full breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D), including a welcome reception, welcome dinner, and Captain's dinner; quality wines from Europe's most famous wine regions with every dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements

    INSIDE VISITS

    Inside visits and special features are shown in the description, including admission charges when applicable.

    Itinerary

    Day 1

    (Sat.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight.

    Day 2 Vienna, Austria (Embarkation)

    (Sun.) Vienna, Austria's capital, is known as the "City of Music" and inspired the creative genius of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss. This afternoon, board your river cruise vessel and meet your crew at a WELCOME RECEPTION. (D)

    Day 3 Melk-Durnstein

    (Mon.) Today is dedicated to the beautiful and romantic Wachau Valley, where so much of the excellent Austrian wines are grown and produced. This morning, visit the impressive BENEDICTINE ABBEY of Melk, which towers over the town. Lounge on the Sky Deck with a glass of white wine while enjoying the scenery as you sail to Durnstein, whose baroque blue and white STIFTSKIRCHE stands right on the river bank. Explore on your own or choose one of a variety of optional excursions your Cruise Director will propose. (B,L,D)

    Day 4 Bratislava, Slovakia

    (Tue.) Situated at the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains, Bratislava is the dynamic capital of Slovakia. The charming Old Town with its Town Hall and Mirbach Palace as well as the gothic cathedral of ST. MARTIN should not be missed. (B,L,D)

    Day 5 Budapest, Hungary (Disembarkation)

    (Wed.) Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B)

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    Cruise LineAvalon Waterways
    OfferOffer valid through 2/28/2010
    Duration
    5 Days
    Cruise Ship
     Tapestry
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    Itinerary
    DayPortArriveDepart
    Day 1Board your overnight transatlantic flight  
    Day 2Vienna  
    Day 3Durnstein  
    Day 4Bratislava  
    Day 5Budapest  
    Dates/Pricing
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    DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
    April 25, 2010$949.00* (USD) / Land/Cruise PriceQuote
    May 30, 2010$999.00* (USD) / Land/Cruise PriceQuote
    July 04, 2010$999.00* (USD) / Land/Cruise PriceQuote
    August 08, 2010$999.00* (USD) / Land/Cruise PriceQuote
    September 12, 2010$999.00* (USD) / Land/Cruise PriceQuote
    Disclaimer
    US$ Price Details

  • Applicable air fare taxes and feesPort charges:
    $42

    Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available.

    Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.
    To upgrade to a higher category (all staterooms Twin/Double), add per person:

    Category / Tapestry Decks / Price
    B / Sapphire Deck / $214
    A / Sapphire Deck / $235
    P / Royal Deck / $278
    Jr. Suite / Royal Deck / $514

    Our Volume Buying Power Saves You Money!
    -We may be able to provide you with flight arrangements from your gateway city.
    -Additional accommodations before or after your vacation may be available at our low prices.

    Additional Information:
    -Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking.
    -Vacation departures, itineraries and prices are subject to change.

    Guaranteed air-inclusive prices:
    Air is only available to passengers traveling from the United States and only available when booked in conjunction with a land vacation. An additional $250 non-refundable deposit is required for air booked in conjunction with any land vacation (i.e., air-inclusive vacation.) However, once your airfare is confirmed for departures Jan 1, 2009-Dec. 31, 2009 (or published 2010 departures) and Avalon Waterways has received your full air and land deposit, your air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed. Departure is based on the land start date as listed in the vacation itinerary.

    We also accept your reservation on a land-only basis:
    While booking your vacation air-inclusive gives you various advantages, you can also choose the land-only option. But remember, airlines' special fares generally apply to very brief periods. (Our low air-inclusive fares apply throughout the year.) Plus, to get these "deals" you often are required to pay full fare at the time of booking.

    Taxes & fees
    Taxes and fees are subject to change and are not guaranteed until full land and air deposit are received.

    Applicable airfare taxes & fees:
    Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th Security Fee of up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment, and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300, depending on your itinerary. Your final air-inclusive vacation price for departures Jan 1, 2009-Dec. 31, 2009 is not guaranteed until your air schedule has been confirmed and your full air and land deposit have been received by Avalon Waterways. Departure is based on the land start date as listed in the vacation itinerary.

    Not included in the vacation price:
    Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Avalon Waterways menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; excess baggage fees; and all other items of a personal nature.

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