Active & Discovery on the Danube with 2 Nights in Prague with Sister Hazel (Westbound)

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Description

Summary

Starts
Budapest
Duration
10 days
Languages
English

Description

Embark on a 10-day immersive journey through the heart of Eastern Europe, exploring the rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes of Hungary, Austria, and the Czech Republic. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of active adventures, cultural discoveries, and culinary delights. From the shining city of Budapest on the Danube to the Bohemian charms of Cesky Krumlov and the Gothic grandeur of Prague, each day presents a new adventure. Whether you're canoeing through the picturesque Bend Region of the Danube, biking along Vienna's famed Ringstrasse, or sampling traditional Pilsner lager beside the Vltava River in Prague, this tour promises an unforgettable experience.

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Included

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

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9 nights of accommodation onboard an Avalon Waterways River cruise ship

stateroom-suite: 9 night(s); Avalon View: Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite

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Friendly, English-speaking crew & Cruise Director

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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

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Map

Attractions

Photo of Shoes on the Danube Bank in Budapest, Hungary.Shoes on the Danube Bank
Burg ClamBurg Clam
Photo of Prokop Valley in a protected area in Prague, Czech Republic.Prokopské Valley
Museum of Military HistoryMuseum of Military History
Wachau, Gemeinde Rossatz-Arnsdorf, Bezirk Krems, Lower Austria, AustriaWachau
Photo of scenic aerial sunset on the architecture of the Old Town Pier and Charles Bridge over the Vltava River in Prague, Czech.Charles Bridge
Photo of the Belvedere Palace in Vienna, Austria.Belvedere Palace
Photo of Prague Old Town Square Czech Republic, sunrise city skyline at Astronomical Clock Tower.Prague Astronomical Clock
Concentration Camp Mauthausen Memorial AustriaMauthausen Memorial
Photo of aerial view of Schonbrunn Palace is a major tourist attraction in Vienna, Austria.Schönbrunn Palace
Photo of famous St. Vitus Cathedral Prague, Czech Republic on a Sunny evening.St. Vitus Cathedral
Photo of Hradcany Square near Prague Castle, Prague, Czech Republic.Hradcany Square
Hungarian Environment and Water Museum, Esztergom, Esztergomi járás, Komárom-Esztergom, Central Transdanubia, Transdanubia, HungaryHungarian Environment and Water Museum
Photo of Austrian Museum of Applied Arts in Vienna, the MAK .Museum of Applied Arts

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Budapest - Visegrád

  • Budapest
  • Visegrád - Arrival day
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  • Shoes on the Danube Bank
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Welcome to Hungary! Arrive in Budapest by 3:30 pm and board your Suite Ship. Spend the day exploring the city before enjoying a traditional Hungarian dinner on board as we cruise through the scenic Danube Bend. End the day with live entertainment on board as we set sail for Visegrád.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Visegrád - Vienna

  • Visegrád
  • Vienna
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  • Hungarian Environment and Water Museum
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Begin the day with a visit to Count Dracula's prison tower or take a canoe excursion through the picturesque Bend Region of the Danube. Alternatively, join a guided visit to the Medieval Knights Tournament at Visegrád’s Lower Castle. Spend your free time exploring Palotaház, where traditional crafts are still produced using age-old techniques. We set sail for Vienna in the afternoon.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Vienna

  • Vienna
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  • Belvedere Palace
  • Schönbrunn Palace
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Spend the day exploring Vienna. Take a guided bike tour along the famed Ringstrasse or join an insider's tour to get behind the scenes of the city's sights and attractions. Visit the Belvedere Palace to see Gustave Klimt's renowned 'Kiss' painting. In the afternoon, stroll through the pedestrian Kärntnerstrasse and take a break for a piece of Sachertorte. Consider an optional excursion to Schönbrunn Palace or attend a Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall in the evening.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Vienna - Krems

  • Vienna
  • Krems an der Donau
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  • Museum of Military History
  • Museum of Applied Arts
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Start your day with a guided walking tour of Vienna, complete with breakfast at a local café. Alternatively, visit the Museum of Fine Arts to see the Habsburg family's private art collection or the Military Museum. In the afternoon, we set sail for Krems.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Krems - Grein

  • Krems an der Donau
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  • Burg Clam
  • Wachau
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Explore Austria's wine country with a canoe tour on the Austrian waterways or a guided bike tour from Krems to Spitz. Visit Dürnstein to see the mesmerizing blue Stiftskirche and sample local specialties. In the afternoon, visit Burg Clam and meet the Count of Clam during your tour. We dock in Grein for the night.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Grein - Mauthausen - Linz

  • Linz
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  • Mauthausen Memorial
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Take a guided walk of Grein, including its historic theater, before cruising to Mauthausen. Here, you can take a guided bike tour, visit the 9th-century St. Florian Monastery, or join a sobering guided tour of the Mauthausen Memorial, a WWII Nazi camp. We arrive in Linz in the evening.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Linz - Engelhartszell - Vilshofen

  • Linz
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Start the day with a bike ride to a local trappist monastery in Engelhartszell or join a guided tour to a cider cellar. Visit the stunning rococo-style Engelszell Abbey and explore its Sensory Garden. Sample cheese and beer made by the resident Trappist monks. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic guided hike along the Danube’s Schlögen Oxbow or relax on the Sky Deck as we sail to Vilshofen.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Vilshofen - Prague

  • Průhonice
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Visit the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov, also known as the 'Pearl of the Bohemian Forest.' Continue on to the Golden City of Prague.

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Day 9

Day 9 – Day 9: Prague

  • Průhonice
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  • Prokopské Valley
  • Charles Bridge
  • Prague Astronomical Clock
  • St. Vitus Cathedral
  • Hradcany Square
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Explore the natural wonders of Prokopské Valley Nature Reserve on a guided hiking adventure or take a guided city walk to visit Hradčany Castle Grounds, St. Vitus Cathedral, and Old Town's Astronomical Clock. Spend the afternoon mingling with the locals in Wenceslas Square or admiring the arches and statues decorating Charles Bridge.

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Day 10

Day 10 – Day 10: Departure

  • Průhonice - Departure day
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Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Safe travels!

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