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AVALON 2010: A TASTE OF THE DANUBE PRE & PST EXT IN BUDAPEST & VIENNA (WBV3)
10 days incl. air, or 9 days from Budapest to Vienna
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 Discover the fascinating Danube with its charming small towns and exciting cities on this river cruise. Begin your vacation with a 2-night city stay in the vibrant Hungarian city of Budapest for a more comprehensive experience. Then, board your river cruise vessel and begin exploring the Danube, from Slovakia's vibrant capital of Bratislava and the natural beauty of Austria's Wachau Valley to Vienna, the 'City of Music,' where you'll disembark and spend an additional two nights.Add a Monograms Independent VacationCombine Your River Cruise with a Monograms Independent Vacation
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Vienna Extension Hilton Stadtpark (D), Budapest Extension InterContinental (SF)
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| Call (256) 891-0888 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8095042 | | Globus | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Board your overnight transatlantic flight | (Sun.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight. | | Day 2 | Budapest | (Mon.) Welcome to Budapest, Hungary's lively capital! The remainder of the day is free to start exploring Eastern Europe's most cosmopolitan metropolis. | | Day 3 | Budapest | (Tue.) Budapest straddles both banks of the Danube, with seven bridges, including the famous Chain and Elisabeth Bridges, connecting ancient Buda on the right bank with Pest on the left. The massive hilltop castle complex with FISHERMEN'S BASTION and the Matthias Church is among the many sights your Local Guide will show you. Shop for renowned peasant embroidery, Herend porcelain, and paprika. (B) | | Day 4 | Budapest | (Wed.) This morning you can explore this vibrant city at your own pace. In the afternoon, transfer to your river cruise vessel and meet your crew at a WELCOME RECEPTION. (D) | | Day 5 | Bratislava | (Thu.) A morning to relax on board and marvel at the beautiful scenery on both banks of the Danube. As you cruise upriver, Hungary is on your left and Slovakia is on your right. The two countries share the Danube for a 58-mile stretch, with the border in the middle of the river. 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 6 | Melk | (Fri.) This morning our first stop is Durnstein, known for the magnificent baroque STIFTSKIRCHE with its blue facade, lying right in the heart of the Wachau wine region. Above town are the ruins of the castle where England's King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned in 1192. Explore this picturesque little town on your own or choose from a number of optional excursions. Melk's magnificent BENEDICTINE ABBEY dominates the town from its commanding hill site, and is one of Europe's largest monasteries. The view from the terrace over the Danube and surrounding countryside is breathtaking! (B,L,D) | | Day 7 | Grein | (Sat.) Linz, Austria's third-largest town, lies on both banks of the Danube and is an important industrial town and busy river port. Culture is an important part of life in Linz. The composer Anton Bruckner lived here and Mozart's Linzer Symphony was composed in the city. Choose from a variety of optional activities today. In the late afternoon, arrive in the attractive country resort of Grein, which is nestled at the foot of a bluff in the shadow of its castle and tour the highlights with a Local Guide. The turreted houses on the main square make excellent photo material. (B,L,D) | | Day 8 | Vienna | (Sun.) Once the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire, Vienna has much to offer: the lavish Hofburg Palace, the impressive Vienna Opera House, the majestic Ring Boulevard, and awe-inspiring St. Stephen's Cathedral, to name just a few of the sights you will enjoy during your city tour. Shop in the Karntnerstrasse or simply savor the atmosphere of the 'City of Music' while enjoying a slice of Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel. (B) | | Day 9 | Vienna | (Mon.) A full day at leisure in this fascinating city! (B) | | Day 10 | Vienna | (Tue.) Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B) |
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Port charges: $56Extra nights per person in Budapest:Departures 0419, 0524, 0628, 0906: in single room $414, in twin room $207Departure 0802: in single room $337, in twin room $167Extra nights per person in Vienna:in single room $308, in twin room $187Please 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 / PriceB / Sapphire Deck / $285A / Sapphire Deck / $314P / Royal Deck / $371Jr. Suite / Royal Deck / $685
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-We may be able to provide you with flight arrangements from your gateway city.
-Additional accommodations before or after your tour 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.
-2008, 2009 & 2010 vacation itineraries and prices are subject to change.
Guaranteed Air-Inclusive Price:
Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee 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. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.
Air booked in conjunction with a land vacation is considered an air-inclusive vacation. Air can only be booked by Globus in conjunction with a land package and is only available for passengers traveling from the United States. For vacation departures in 2008, your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your air schedule had been confirmed and your entire vacation package has been paid in full. For vacation departures in 2009, an additional $250 non-refundable deposit (total $500 non-refundable) is required for air booked in conjunction with any land vacation and your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your flight information is confirmed and Globus has received your full land and air deposit.
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 Globus 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; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature. |
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