Blue Danube
Discovery
Aboard the new
deluxe fleet of AMA-Waterways
14-DAYS
Budapest - Bratislava - Vienna - Duernstein
- Melk - Salzburg - Regensburg - danube Gorges - Nuremberg - Prague
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Join us on a sensational tour along
the majestic Danube, aboard the exquisite 5-star deluxe MADEUS WATERWAYS SHIPS
or
, the newest 5-star cruise ships on the European rivers.
From our luxury liner, behold the spectacular shores, lined with ruined
castles, picturesque villages,and historic towns . Explore the imperial
cities of Budapest, Vienna and Prague where for centuries European
history was shaped
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ITINERARY
| Day 1 : |
FLIGHT USA - BUDAPEST |
| Board your overnight flight to Budapest
(in-flight meals) |
| Day 2 : |
BUDAPEST |
| Arrive in Budapest and transfer to your hotel. Rest of
the day is free to explore more of this marvellous city.
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| Day 3 : |
BUDAPEST |
| Morning half-day guided sightseeing includes historic Buda
Castle, from where you have a splendid view of the twin cities of Buda
and Pest spread over both banks of the river. Also see 500-year old Matthias
Church, St. Stephen’s Basilica and distinctive Fishermens Bastion.
(B) |
| Day 4 : |
BUDAPEST |
| Free morning in Budapest. This afternoon transfer to your
luxurious river cruise ship docked in the center of the city. Tonight gather
on board for a Gala Welcome Dinner with Gypsy violins.
(B,D) |
| Day 5 : |
BRATISLAVA |
| Around midnight the ship slips away from Budapest and continues
to Slovakia. A guided morning tour of Bratislava reveals the city’s major
sights, including the Old Town Hall, stunning Mirbach Palace, the Gothic
St. Martin’s Cathedral. From 13th-century Bratislava Castle you’ll enjoy
breathtaking views overlooking three countries—Slovakia, Austria and Hungary.
Free afternoon to shop or explore on your own. An eventful day is followed
by an evening filled with an enchanting music performance on board. After
midnight depart for Vienna.
(B-D) |
| Day 6 : |
VIENNA |
| Arrive after breakfast and enjoy a wonderful day to savor
the captivating baroque elegance of romantic Vienna. A guided sightseeing
tour includes the lavish Hofburg Palace, the impressive Vienna Opera House,
the majestic Ringstrasse and awe-inspiring St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Free
afternoon to stroll along Kärntnerstrasse or sample Vienna’s famous
pastries. Tonight explore the vibrant Austrian capital on your own, or
come along for an optional Mozart and Strauss concert.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 7 : |
DUERNSTEIN - MELK |
| After midnight depart Vienna and reach the Wachau Valley
early this morning. Stop in Dürnstein and marvel at the magnificent
blue façade of the baroque Stiftskirche. Above town you’ll spot
the ruins of the castle where Richard the Lionheart, the King of England,
was imprisoned in 1192. Your walking tour through medieval cobblestone
streets reveals 16th-century town houses and wine taverns. At lunchtime,
continue on a short cruise to Melk. A guided tour takes you to town’s magnificent
Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe’s largest baroque monasteries. An evening
wine tasting highlights your visit to the Wachau Valley. Before midnight,
continue to Linz.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 8 : |
LINZ - PASSAU |
| After breakfast, take an optional full-day excursion to
fascinating Salzburg and the Sound of Music sights, or cruise through Upper
Austria to Passau in Germany. In Passau the rivers Inn and Ilz join the
Danube. During your walking tour, gaze at this fairy tale city founded
more than 2,000 years ago. At dinner time depart for Regensburg.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 9 : |
REGENSBURG - DANUBE GORGE |
| Morning arrival in Regensburg, one of Germany’s best preserved
medieval cities. A guided tour will show you the city’s architectural highlights,
including the Old Town Hall, and the Porta Pretoria ?gates to an ancient
Roman fort built in 179AD. Marvel at beautiful churches and one of the
oldest bridges crossing the Danube. At lunchtime, continue up the Danube
to Kelheim, and embark on an exciting boat trip through the lovely Danube
Gorge from Weltenburg Abbey. Tonight, Bavarian folklore entertainers will
come on board for some hearty "Oompah" music.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 10 : |
NUREMBERG |
| This morning enter the Main-Danube Canal and relax during
a leisurely cruise through the beautiful Altmuhl Valley. The Main-Danube
Canal straddles the Franconian Alps via 16 locks, truly a fascinating feat
of modern engineering. After lunch, a short drive through the pastoral
countryside brings you to Nuremberg, the capital of Franconia. Enjoy a
guided tour of this historic city with its fabulous Gothic churches and
elegant patrician houses. See the storybook 900-year old ramparts that
surround the city, the Imperial Castle and the Justice Palace where the
War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946. Moor overnight in Nuremberg.
(B-L-D) |
| Day 11 : |
NUREMBERG - PRAGUE |
| Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Prague and check
into your hotel. The remainder of the day is at your own leisure.
(B) |
| Day 12: |
PRAGUE |
| Morning sightseeing reveals why Prague is considered one
of Europe’s most attractive cities. See thousand year-old Hradcany Castle,
the Old Town, the Jewish ghetto and many other major sights. The afternoon
and evening are free to mix with the locals at Wenceslaus Square, shop
for souvenirs or enjoy one of the charming cafes or restaurants.
(B) |
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| Day 13: |
PRAGUE |
| A relaxing day to wander along the banks of the Vltava
River, relax at an outdoor restaurant, or shop for local handicrafts and
art work.
(B) |
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| Day 14: |
PRAGUE - USA |
| Bid farewell to Europe and transfer to the airport for
your return flight home.
(B, in-flight meals) |
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(B - breakfast, L - lunch, D - dinner) |
INCLUDED
IN THE TOUR
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Deluxe cruise accommodation in outside cabin
with hotel-style beds that can be set up as 2 twin beds or one large double
bed
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Guaranteed shares for singles in select cruise categories
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Superb dining with all meals included in the elegant
Panorama Restaurant, which accommodates all guests in one seating without
fixed seating arrangements
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Quality wines from Europe’s most famous wine regions
with every dinner
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Cocktail Reception and Welcome Dinner
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Captain’s Gala Dinner
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Budapest City sightseeing, Bratislava City sightseeing,
Vienna City sightseeing, Melk Guided sightseeing of Benedictine Abbey,
Regensburg Walking tour, Nuremberg City sightseeing, Kelheim visit Weltenberg
Abbey, and cruise through the Danube Gorge, Prague City sightseeing
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Special highlights including folklore performances,
wine tasting, lectures, theme dinners, local activities
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Services of an Amadeus cruise manager throughout
your cruise
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Nightly piano music on board
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On board amenities including Fitness Center, 100m
Walking Track on Sun Deck, Physician, Beauty Salon, Massage, Fun Pool,
Lido Bar, Souvenir Shop and Club Lounge
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3 nights accommodation in Prague at the Hilton Atrium
Hotel including buffet breakfast daily
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2 nights accommodation in Budapest at the Sofitel
Atrium Hotel including buffet breakfast daily
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All English language on board in a non-smoking environment
(smoking only on the Sun Deck)
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All local taxes
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NOT
INCLUDED
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Gratuities for guides & cruise personnel
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Transatlantic air-fare (can be arranged by UET from any US city)
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Items of personal nature & items not listed in the itinerary
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Optional
travel insurance
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Port charges USD 133 in 2011 & USD 147 in 2012
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TOUR PRICES & DEPARTURE DATES:
| 2011 SAILINGS |
USA Departure Date
To BUDAPEST |
Cruise Ship |
Return Date
From PRAGUE |
Price |
| Jul 20 |
MS AMACELLO |
Aug 02 |
$ 3,749 |
| Jul 28 |
MS AMALYRA |
Aug 10 |
$ 3,749 |
| Jul 29 |
MS AMADOLCE |
Aug 11 |
$ 3,749 |
| Aug 11 |
MS AMALYRA |
Aug 24 |
$ 3,749 |
| Aug 25 |
MS AMALYRA |
Sep 07 |
$ 3,749 |
| Sep 06 |
MS AMALEGRO |
Sep 19 |
$ 3,949 |
| Sep 08 |
MS AMALYRA |
Sep 21 |
$ 3,949 |
| Sep 09 |
MS AMADOLCE |
Sep 22 |
$ 3,949 |
| Sep 22 |
MS AMALYRA |
Oct 05 |
$ 3,949 |
| Sep 29 |
MS AMADANTE |
Oct 12 |
$ 3,949 |
| Oct 06 |
MS AMALYRA |
Oct 19 |
$ 3,749 |
| Oct 12 |
MS AMACELLO |
Oct 25 |
$ 3,649 |
| Oct 21 |
MS AMADOLCE |
Nov 03 |
$ 3,549 |
| Oct 27 |
MS AMADANTE |
Nov 09 |
$ 3,449 |
| Nov 01 |
MS AMALEGRO |
Nov 14 |
$ 3,249 |
| Nov 03 |
MS AMADAGIO |
Nov 16 |
$ 3,249 |
| Nov 03 |
MS AMALYRA |
Nov 16 |
$ 3,249 |
| Nov 15 |
MS AMALEGRO |
Nov 28 |
$ 3,149 |
| Nov 17 |
MS AMALYRAO |
Nov 30 |
$ 2,949 |
| Single Supplement is plus 50% of cruise price |
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| CABIN UPGRADES PER PERSON |
| E |
Base Price |
| D |
+ $ 189 |
| C |
+ $ 549 |
| B |
+ $ 749 |
| A |
+ $ 849 |
| Suite |
+ $ 1,799 |
| Round-trip airfare is available from New York from $ 885.00. For other cities please contact UET. |
| 2012 SAILINGS |
USA Departure Date
To BUDAPEST |
Cruise Ship |
Return Date
From PRAGUE |
Price |
| May 10 |
MS AMADOLCE |
May 23 |
$ 4,049 |
| May 20 |
MS AMALEGRO |
Jun 02 |
$ 4,049 |
| Jun 03 |
MS AMALEGRO |
Jun 16 |
$ 4,049 |
| Jun 14 |
MS AMALYRA |
Jun 27 |
$ 3,949 |
| Jun 18 |
MS AMACERTO |
Jul 01 |
$ 3,949 |
| Jul 08 |
MS AMALYRA |
Jul 21 |
$ 3,949 |
| Jul 16 |
MS AMACERTO |
Jul 29 |
$ 3,949 |
| Aug 02 |
MS AMADOLCE |
Aug 15 |
$ 3,949 |
| Aug 13 |
MS AMACERTO |
Aug 26 |
$ 3,949 |
| Sep 06 |
MS AMADOLCE |
Sep 19 |
$ 4,149 |
| Sep 10 |
MS AMACERTO |
Sep 23 |
$ 4,149 |
| Sep 24 |
MS AMACERTO |
Oct 07 |
$ 4,149 |
| Sep 30 |
MS AMALEGRO |
Oct 13 |
$ 4,149 |
| Oct 14 |
MS AMALEGRO |
Oct 27 |
$ 3,849 |
| Oct 22 |
MS AMACERTO |
Nov 04 |
$ 3,949 |
| Oct 25 |
MS AMADOLCE |
Nov 07 |
$ 3,749 |
| Nov 05 |
MS AMACERTO |
Nov 18 |
$ 3,549 |
| Nov 11 |
MS AMALEGRO |
Nov 24 |
$ 3,549 |
| Nov 19 |
MS AMACERTO |
Dec 02 |
$ 3,549 |
| Single Supplement is plus 50% of cruise price |
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| CABIN UPGRADES PER PERSON |
| E |
Base Price |
| D |
+ $ 199 |
| C |
+ $ 579 |
| B |
+ $ 779 |
| A |
+ $ 889 |
| BB |
+ $ 999 |
| BA |
+ $ 1099 |
| AB |
+ $ 1299 |
| AA |
+ $ 1499 |
| Suite S |
+ $ 1,899 |
| Suite SS |
+ $ 2199 |
| Round-trip airfare is available from New York from $ 985.00. For other cities please contact UET. |
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All ships of AMA-WATERWAYS
operate for the English speaking market only and
offer a long list of amenities, which no other river cruise ship in Europe
can match.
ON-BOARD FACILITIES
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Grand View Lounge Bar
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Elegant Gourmet Restaurant
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Fitness Center
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Beauty Salon including manicure & pedicure
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Fun pool
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Interesting lecture programs
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On-board veriety entertainmant
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Walking track
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