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Treasures of the Danube
8 Days starting from $1,849

Countries Visited:
Austria, Hungary, Germany

 

Length: 8 Days
Type: Fixed Departure Dates
Category: Uncategorized
Operator: General Tours
Tour Code: GT-161
   
 
About This Tour


Our General Tours World Traveler Ships... The MV Mozart and MV Casanova are the best on the Danube. Built as the State Ship of Austria, the Mozart offers the largest staterooms on the river with a separate seating area and panoramic views. The Casanova features spacious cabins with full-length French doors or picture windows. Enjoy attentive service, five gourmet meals a day, and outstanding entertainment.

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing Highlights
  • SPECIALS

The General Tours World Traveler Advantage
  • Unmatched value with 20 meals, 7 excursions, luggage handling, and port charges Our one-week Danube cruise offers the most in-depth sightseeing including Bratislava and Vienna’s Schönbrunn Palace Experience the finest river ship in all of Europe, the MV Mozart – former State Ship of Austria with the largest and most luxurious cabins on the Continent Only General Tours features overnights docked in the heart of Vienna and Budapest – for more time to explore these renowned cities Delight in the MV Mozart’s onboard services and wine cellar even more with our $100 Be Our Guest shipboard credit Enjoy a visit to the impressive Melk Abbey and a guided walk through romantic Durnstein 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites#WHS#


For a unique Oberammergau experience in 2010... Our all-inclusive cruise & tour along the Danube plus Salzburg and on to the Passion Play. More Info
Day 1 - Passau / Embarkation
Board your luxurious cruise ship in the heart of Passau at the confluence of the Inn, Ilz and Danube Rivers.
MV Mozart or MV Casanova – Meals D

Day 2 - Dürnstein
This morning finds you in romantic Durnstein, surrounded by the lovely terraced vineyards of the Wachau Valley wine region. On your walking tour, you will see lovely Burgher homes of the 16th and 17th centuries and visit the collegiate Church, where you’ll admire beautiful stucco relief ornamentation and an elaborately carved altar. There will be time to explore on your own in this picturesque medieval village. This evening, your ship docks in Vienna for the night. Meals B,L,D

Day 3 - Vienna
Your sightseeing in Vienna#WHS# begins with an overview of the city along the elegant Ringstrasse Boulevard. You’ll see many landmarks including Karl’s Square and the Opera House. Then you’re off to the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace#WHS#. This former residence of the Habsburg emperors is an impressive architectural jewel with more than 1,400 rooms set amidst acres of landscaped parklike grounds. Meals B,L,D

Day 4 - Esztergom / Budapest
Esztergom, built on the site of an ancient Roman fortress, overlooks the famous Danube Bend. Your morning sightseeing explores the imposing Esztergom Basilica, the largest in Hungary. In the late afternoon, your ship will arrive in Budapest, the charming capital of Hungary. Meals B,L,D

Day 5 - Budapest
This morning’s sightseeing reveals the rich history and majesty of Budapest#WHS#. At the Fishermen’s Bastion, you’ll enjoy a panoramic view of the Danube, Chain Bridge and the imposing neo-Gothic Parliament. You’ll also visit the historic St. Matthew’s Church and the Citadel atop Gellert Hill before crossing the Liberty Bridge to Heroes’ Square. In the late afternoon, set sail for Bratislava. Meals B,L,D

Day 6 - Bratislava
The lovely capital of Slovakia on the banks of the Danube greets you this morning. Your escorted walking tour features the Gothic church and Chapter’s Lane. You continue through the heart of Old Town to the historic St. Martin’s Cathedral, the coronation site for many Hungarian kings. In the former Archbishop’s Palace, you’ll admire a collection of European art and see a display of English tapestries from the 17th century before you return to the ship to continue your journey westward. Meals B,L,D

Day 7 - Melk
In the scenic Wachau Valley#WHS# is the lovely Benedictine Abbey of Melk – perched high above the Danube River. This morning you’ll visit the Abbey – perhaps the greatest Baroque structure in all of Europe with sweeping views of the scenic valley. Meals B,L,D

Day 8 - Passau / Disembarkation
You disembark this morning in Passau. Meals B


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Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
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The General Tours World Traveler Advantage
  • Unmatched value with 20 meals, 7 excursions, luggage handling, and port charges Our one-week Danube cruise offers the most in-depth sightseeing including Bratislava and Vienna’s Schönbrunn Palace Experience the finest river ship in all of Europe, the MV Mozart – former State Ship of Austria with the largest and most luxurious cabins on the Continent Only General Tours features overnights docked in the heart of Vienna and Budapest – for more time to explore these renowned cities Delight in the MV Mozart’s onboard services and wine cellar even more with our $100 Be Our Guest shipboard credit Enjoy a visit to the impressive Melk Abbey and a guided walk through romantic Durnstein 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites#WHS#


For a unique Oberammergau experience in 2010... Our all-inclusive cruise & tour along the Danube plus Salzburg and on to the Passion Play. More Info

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