Danube Dreams with 2 Nights in Prague (Westbound) 2025
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a 10-day journey through the heart of Europe, exploring the rich history, diverse culture, and stunning landscapes of Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and the Czech Republic. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of guided sightseeing, active adventures, and ample free time to explore at your own pace. From the vibrant city life of Budapest and Vienna to the medieval charm of Bratislava and Regensburg, every day brings a new adventure. Enjoy hiking, biking, and walking tours, visit iconic landmarks, and savor local cuisine. Your journey will be filled with unforgettable moments, captivating stories, and breathtaking views. Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or a foodie, this tour has something for everyone.
Included
7 nights stateroom accommodation
2 nights in Prague
Comfort Collection BedsSM with choice of mattress firmness
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
Bathrobes & slippers
Premium L'Occitane bath products
Large bathroom featuring shower with glass door
Flatscreen satellite TV with free movie channels
Individual climate control and in-roo
2 nights hotel stay in Prague
Avalon Passion: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite, Avalon Impression: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite, Avalon Illumination: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite, Avalon Expression: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite
Avalon Waterways river cruise ships
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
Destinations
Linz
Bratislava
Budapest
Vienna
Regensburg
Prague
PassauMap
Attractions
Imperial Treasury Vienna
Kunsthistorisches Museum
Prandegg Castle
Heroes' Square
Porta Praetoria
Kunsthalle Krems
St. Martin's Cathedral, Bratislava
Melk Abbey
Prague Astronomical Clock
St. Vitus Cathedral
Hradčany Square
Vienna Music Society
Bratislava Castle
Old Town Hall
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Stadtplatz Steyr
St. Stephan's Cathedral, PassauDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Budapest
- Budapest - Arrival day
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Welcome to Hungary! Your journey begins in the vibrant city of Budapest. Arrive by 3:30 pm and board your Suite Ship by 5 pm. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and exploring the city at your leisure. Don't miss the chance to capture some photographs, visit local cafés, and try delicious confections. Overnight stay on the ship in Budapest. Dinner is included.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Budapest
- Budapest
- Bratislava
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- Heroes' Square
- Széchenyi Chain Bridge
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Start your day with a visit to the Adventure Center for the day's activities. Choose between a hike to a magnificent viewpoint in Budapest or a guided city sightseeing tour, including the iconic Heroes' Square. In the afternoon, you can opt for a guided excursion or explore the city on your own, visiting famous sights like the Chain Bridge. Overnight cruise to Bratislava. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 3 – Day 3: Discovering Bratislava
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- St. Martin's Cathedral, Bratislava
- Bratislava Castle
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Today, you can either follow your Avalon Adventure Host on a hike to the lofty Bratislava Castle or take a guided city walk through the quaint streets of Old Town, visiting Town Hall and St. Martin's Cathedral. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to explore Bratislava, the beautiful and green capital of Slovakia. Overnight cruise to Vienna. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 4 – Day 4: Vienna's Imperial Splendors
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- Imperial Treasury Vienna
- Kunsthistorisches Museum
- Schönbrunn Palace
- Vienna Music Society
- St. Stephen's Cathedral
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Explore Vienna's Danube Island by bike or join a guided city tour of Vienna's gilded landmarks. Visit the Imperial Palace, the Vienna Opera House, and St. Stephen's Cathedral. You can also opt for a guided visit to the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Austria's largest museum. Consider an optional excursion to Schönbrunn Palace, the former imperial summer home of the Habsburg monarchy. Enjoy free time strolling in Kärntnerstrasse, the most famous shopping avenue in central Vienna. Overnight cruise to Dürnstein. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 5 – Day 5: Dürnstein's Castle Ruins and Melk's Abbey
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- Kunsthalle Krems
- Melk Abbey
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Join a guided hike up to the castle ruins for a spectacular view of the village, Danube, and the Wachau Valley. Alternatively, join a guided walk and hear the legendary tale of King Richard the Lionheart. Later, sail through the Wachau Valley to Ybbs. Visit the little town of Ybbs and take a guided sightseeing tour of Artstetten Castle or Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey. Overnight cruise to Linz. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 6 – Day 6: Linz's Historic Sites
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- Prandegg Castle
- Stadtplatz Steyr
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Take a guided walk through Linz's historic sites along the Danube and see Hauptplatz, Austria's largest medieval square, and the towering white-marble Trinity Column. Alternatively, experience the Danube's cycle path on a bike ride around Linz. Consider a full-day optional excursion to Salzburg, the city of Mozart, or to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov. Overnight stay in Linz. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 7 – Day 7: Passau's Three Rivers
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- St. Stephan's Cathedral, Passau
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Cruise through the Schlögen Oxbow, a beautiful horseshoe-shaped bend of the river. Join a hiking tour from Oberhaus along a trail down to the valley and along the Ilz River or take a guided city walk into Passau, the beautiful 'City of Three Rivers'. Enjoy some free time to explore Passau's cobblestone streets and galleries of Artists' Alley. You might also want to visit St. Stephen's Cathedral to catch a concert rehearsal. Evening cruise to Vilshofen. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.
Day 8 – Day 8: Regensburg's Medieval Miracle
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- Porta Praetoria
- Old Town Hall
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Join a guided city walk in Regensburg and see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria, built in 179 AD as the entrance to Castra Regina fortress. Enjoy a hearty lunch and a local beer, then step back in time through the historic lanes and squares of today's modern and vibrant Regensburg. Continue on to the Golden City of Prague. Breakfast is included.
Day 9 – Day 9: Prague's Gothic Cathedrals and Grand Castles
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- Old Town Square
- Charles Bridge
- Prague Astronomical Clock
- St. Vitus Cathedral
- Hradčany Square
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Take a guided city walk to visit Hradčany Castle Grounds, see St. Vitus Cathedral, and Old Town's Astronomical Clock. Consider sampling delicious plum dumplings and traditional Pilsner lager. Mingle with the locals and be mesmerized by street performers in Wenceslas Square, or admire the arches and statues decorating Charles Bridge. Breakfast is included.
Day 10 – Day 10: Departure from Prague
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Your 10-day journey through the heart of Europe comes to an end. After breakfast, check out from your accommodation and proceed for your onward journey. Breakfast is included.
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