Active & Discovery on the Danube with 1 Night in Budapest & 2 Nights in Prague (Westbound) 2024
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey through the heart of Eastern Europe, where history, culture, and natural beauty intertwine. This multi-day tour takes you from the captivating capital of Hungary, Budapest, to the Golden City of Prague, with numerous enchanting stops in between. Discover the Pearl of the Danube, explore the medieval Visegrád, marvel at the grandeur of Vienna, and immerse yourself in the picturesque Wachau Valley. Experience a blend of active adventures, like biking and canoeing, and enriching cultural encounters, such as visiting museums, monasteries, and castles. Savor local delicacies, witness live entertainment, and enjoy scenic cruises along the Danube. This tour is designed to offer a unique perspective of Eastern Europe, leaving you with memories to cherish for a lifetime.
Included
10 nights of accommodation onboard an Avalon Waterways River cruise ship
Avalon Envision: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite, Avalon Illumination: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite
Chef-prepared onboard meals with regional cuisine and familiar favorites
Seasonal cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients
Avalon Fresh® healthy cuisine options at every meal
Spacious, open-seating Panorama Dining Room
Daily breakfast buffet with full range of classic breakfast items, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and daily a la carte specials
Complimentary room service for Continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Daily lunch buffet featuring regional specialties, classic dishes, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and rotating chef’s features including carving & pasta stations. Alternatively, you may dine al fresco at our Sky Grill on the Sky Deck (weather and itinerary permitting) or enjoy a light lunch in the Panorama Lounge.
Afternoon Tea featuring tea, coffee, and sweet treats
Four-course dinners with choice of appetizers, soups, salads, entrées and desserts or cheese
Linger over several selections from the Panorama Bistro's tasting menu for a less formal "sit-down" atmosphere
Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner
Avalon FlexDining® flexible dining times with menu & venue options
Vegetarian options at every meal, as well as vegan, low calorie, low fat, high fiber, low cholesterol, high energy and allergy-free selections
Panorama Lounge & Bar with premium spirits, cozy seating, panoramic windows & dance floor
Welcome & farewell cocktails with sparkling wine & canapés
New in 2023 - included Happy Hour every evening featuring house beer, wine, cocktails and a drink of the day
Cocktails with a view on the Sky Deck
Specialty coffees, espresso drinks and beWell Essence flavored and infused water available throughout each day
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Panoramic windows throughout the ship
Elegant, contemporary design & decor
Sky Deck with whirlpool, shade awnings, game area and premium lounges
Covered Observation Lounge
Club Lounge with 24-hour self-serve beverage station with complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees, as well as treats throughout the day
Elevator
Non-smoking interior and staterooms
Avalon Waterways offers a selection of included excursions in every port of call, with something for everyone within their "Classic", "Discovery" and "Active" collections
Friendly, English-speaking crew & Cruise Director
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Attractions
Gozzoburg Krems
Heeresgeschichtliches Museum
Wachau
Schloss Pöggstall
Belvedere Palace Chapel
Prague Astronomical Clock
Mauthausen Memorial
St Vitus Cathedral
Hradcany Square
Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden
Hungarian Environment and Water Museum
Museum of Applied ArtsDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Budapest
- Budapest - Arrival day
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Welcome to Budapest, the captivating capital of Hungary. The day is yours to relax and enjoy the city's charm on the banks of the Danube. Overnight in Budapest.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Budapest
- Budapest
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- Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden
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Today, you'll have the opportunity to see Budapest from a different perspective. Choose between a guided bike tour along the city's bike paths and pedestrian areas, or join a local for an unforgettable introduction to the city's people, places, and experiences. Afterward, enjoy some free time shopping for Hungarian paprika or handcrafted souvenirs, or savor a piece of cream cake in one of the many cafés. In the evening, enjoy a Hungarian dinner on board during a scenic cruise through the Danube Bend, followed by live entertainment. Overnight in Budapest.
Day 3 – Day 3: From Budapest to Vienna via Visegrád
- Budapest
- Visegrád
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- Prónay Observation Tower
- Hungarian Environment and Water Museum
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Today's journey takes you to Visegrád, where you can choose to visit Count Dracula's prison tower on a hiking tour, take part in a canoe excursion through the picturesque Bend Region of the Danube, or join a guided visit to the Medieval Knights Tournament at Visegrád's Lower Castle. After your chosen activities, explore Palotaház, where traditional items are produced using age-old techniques. In the afternoon, we'll cruise to Vienna. Overnight on board.
Day 4 – Day 4: Discovering Vienna
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- Ruine Scharfeneck
- Belvedere Palace Chapel
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Today, explore Vienna, Austria's capital. Choose between a guided bike tour along the famed Ringstrasse and pedestrian avenues, an insider's tour of Vienna's sights and attractions, or a guided sightseeing tour of Vienna, including a tour of Belvedere Palace. Spend the afternoon strolling through the pedestrian Kärntnerstrasse, and take a break for a piece of Sachertorte. In the evening, consider joining an optional excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall. Overnight in Vienna.
Day 5 – Day 5: Vienna to Krems via Museums
- Vienna
- Krems-Land District
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- Heeresgeschichtliches Museum
- Museum of Applied Arts
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Start your day with a guided walking tour of Vienna, followed by breakfast at a Viennese café. Then, choose to visit the Habsburg family's private art collection at the Museum of Fine Arts, or take a guided tour of the Museum of Fine Arts, followed by the Military Museum. In the afternoon, we'll cruise to Krems. Overnight on board.
Day 6 – Day 6: From Krems to Grein via Wachau Valley
- Krems-Land District
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- Burg Clam
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Today, join your Adventure Host for special activities. Choose to paddle a canoe on a guided tour to see the Austrian waterways and shoreline scenery, take a guided bike tour from Krems to Spitz, join an interactive Wine World Experience with wine tasting, or enjoy a guided visit that showcases the production of regional products. In the afternoon, cruise to Grein, where you'll visit Burg Clam and meet the Count of Clam. Overnight in Grein.
Day 7 – Day 7: From Grein to Linz via Mauthausen
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- Schloss Pöggstall
- Mauthausen Memorial
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Start your day with a guided walk of Grein, including its historic theater, before cruising to Mauthausen. Here, you can choose to take a guided bike tour along the Danube, visit the 9th-century St. Florian Monastery, or join a sobering guided tour of Mauthausen Memorial, one of the largest and most brutal Nazi camps of WWII. In the evening, sail to Linz, where you'll enjoy live entertainment on board. Overnight on board.
Day 8 – Day 8: From Linz to Vilshofen via Engelhartszell
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- Loop of Schlögen
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Today, choose to bike your way to a local trappist monastery in Engelhartszell, join a guided tour to a cider cellar, or visit the stunning rococo-style Engelszell Abbey. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic guided hike along the Danube's Schlögen Oxbow, or relax on the Sky Deck while you sail through the amazing horseshoe bend of the Danube's Schlögen Oxbow on your way to Vilshofen. Overnight in Vilshofen.
Day 9 – Day 9: From Vilshofen to Prague via Cesky Krumlov
- okres Český Krumlov
- Průhonice
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Today, visit the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov, also known as the 'Pearl of the Bohemian Forest.' Afterward, continue on to the Golden City of Prague. Overnight in Prague.
Day 10 – Day 10: Exploring Prague
- Průhonice
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- Prague Astronomical Clock
- St Vitus Cathedral
- Hradcany Square
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Today, choose to enjoy the natural wonders of Prokopské Valley Nature Reserve on a half-day guided hiking adventure, or take a guided city walk to visit Hradčany Castle Grounds, see St. Vitus Cathedral, and Old Town's Astronomical Clock. Spend the rest of the day mingling with the locals, being mesmerized by street performers in Wenceslas Square, or admiring the arches and statues decorating Charles Bridge. Overnight in Prague.
Day 11 – Day 11: Departure from Prague
- Průhonice - Departure day
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Your unforgettable journey through Eastern Europe comes to an end today. After breakfast, you'll depart from Prague. Safe travels!
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