Danube Delight 2008 (8 Days starting from $1,648)

Danube Delight 2008

An 8-Day tour starting from $1,648

Length:	8 Days
Type:	River Cruise
Category:	European River Cruise
Operator:	Viking
Tour Code:	VKDADE2008

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About This Tour

We created this itinerary for those who want an immersive experience celebrating the varied cultures of five Central European countries. Mingle with locals as they prepare for the holidays during this late-season cruise along the Danube. Get a taste of Germany in beautiful Passau. Take an excursion through the Czech Republic’s picturesque countryside to the beautiful Bohemian town of Ceský Krumlov. Sail through Austria, stopping in various riverside towns and cosmopolitan cities, and experience the capital cities of Hungary and Bratislava.

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The price of this Viking River Cruises vacation includes all meals, shore excursions, 7 guided tours with tour headphones, entertainment and activities.

This cruise includes 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners, plus a welcome cocktail reception.

Day 1 Passau
Fly into Munich. We will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your ship* which is docked in Passau, a quaint town located at the confluence of the Inn, Ilz and Danube Rivers. After boarding, use your free time to explore. (D)

Day 2 Ceský Krumlov
Today’s full-day excursion takes you to Ceský Krumlov, a small town in the southeastern Czech Republic and one of Europe’s best-preserved cities. Take a guided walk through the historic Old Town, known for its fine architecture. You also see Krumlov Castle, the Czech Republic’s second-largest castle complex. After lunch in a local restaurant, you have free time to explore on your own—go shopping or sample some local beer. Your motorcoach takes you back to your ship in Linz where you remain docked overnight. (B, L, D)

Day 3 Linz
After breakfast, your walking tour takes you to the Hauptplatz, a large square surrounded by beautiful baroque buildings. Continue your walk through the old market, followed by a tour inside the stunning cathedral with its ornate Gothic tower. Lunch is served aboard and you have afternoon free time to explore more of the town or venture to its bustling Christmas market.
Or, you can choose to take an optional full-day tour to Salzburg, a quaint town famous for the film, The Sound of Music. Take a motorcoach through Austria’s scenic countryside and then a walking tour brings you to the home and birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Enjoy some free time to roam Salzburg’s cobbled streets. Return to your ship for dinner; depart late tonight. (B, L, D)

Day 4 Melk & Dürnstein
Arrive during breakfast then go by coach to the glorious golden abbey overlooking the town. Tour inside and outside this 900-year-old Benedictine abbey and marvel at its lavish baroque interior. Eat lunch as you cruise and arrive this afternoon in Dürnstein, home to Kuenringer Castle where Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned in 1193. You are treated to a special organ concert followed by free time to sample some local vintages from this famous wine-producing region. Cruise through the night. (B, L, D)

Day 5 Vienna
Awake in Vienna; after breakfast see this “City of Waltzes” on your half-day city tour. Your motorcoach takes you past the elegant Opera House, Parliament Building, Hofburg Palace and the Ringstrasse. Then stop at St. Stephan’s Cathedral and enjoy free time at the Stephansplatz. After lunch aboard, you can spend free time strolling along the Kärtnerstrasse or shopping the world-famous Christmas market.† Tonight, you may opt to see a classical concert. Depart late. (B, L, D)

†IMPORTANT NOTE: Christmas markets are seasonal and scheduled to be open from the last week of November through December 23. In lieu of Christmas market shopping, enjoy time at leisure for additional exploration.

Day 6 Budapest
Spend the morning cruising the scenic Danube, arriving in Budapest after lunch. Embark on a city tour in Hungary’s vibrant capital, exploring both parts of the city, traditional “Buda” and modern “Pest.” Begin on the Pest side where you see the National Opera House and Heroes’ Square. Then, cross over to Buda to see Matthias Church and catch great panoramic views from Fishermen’s Bastion.

You have some free time to further explore Budapest. You might visit Gellért Spa or stroll through the city’s Christmas market with its unique Hungarian flair. Enjoy a traditional Hungarian dinner and cruise through the night. (B, L, D) Day 7 Bratislava
Cruise through lunch to arrive in Bratislava for a walking tour through this elegant capital city. During your tour, you encounter beautiful baroque architecture from the Habsburg Dynasty as well as Trinity Church. See Gothic St. Martin’s Cathedral and medieval Michael’s Tower. Free time allows you to further explore or visit the festive Christmas market. Dinner aboard coincides with your departure. (B, L, D)

Day 8 Vienna
After breakfast, disembark and we will take you to the airport for your return flight.* (B)

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Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
11/25/2008 - 12/2/2008	$1,648
12/2/2008 - 12/9/2008	$1,648
12/9/2008 - 12/16/2008	$1,648
12/23/2008 - 12/30/2008	$1,648

All tour prices are in U.S. dollars, per person, based on double occupancy in Category E and include port charges. Limited singles are available, call for pricing. Passau to Vienna: Nov 4, 18; Dec 2 Vienna to Passau: Nov 11, 25; Dec 9, 23 Prices for other Categories: Cat D $2,148 Cat C $2,348 Cat B $2,548 Cat A $2,648

• Private motorcoach for excursions
• Old World Highlights: Port lectures, apple strudel demonstration and traditional Czech lunch in a local restaurant.
• 7 guided tours

All tour prices are in U.S. dollars, per person, based on double occupancy in Category E and include port charges. Limited singles are available, call for pricing.

Passau to Vienna: Nov 4, 18; Dec 2
Vienna to Passau: Nov 11, 25; Dec 9, 23

Prices for other Categories:
Cat D $2,148
Cat C $2,348
Cat B $2,548
Cat A $2,648

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