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2008 River Cruises

Vienna, Krems, Cruising the Wachau Valley, Melk, Passau, Regensburg, Cruising the Danube, Nuremburg

Scenic beauty and countless pleasures abound along the Danube. Sail along the majestic Danube for an unforgettable journey from Vienna to Nuremberg. You'll discover one beautiful gem after another - the imposing 900-year-old baroque abbey of Melk, the old wine villages of the Wachau Valley, and the UNESCO Old Town of Regensburg. Vibrant cities, enchanting medieval villages, and picturesque countryside define the Danube.

Vienna

Krems

Cruising the Wachau Valley

Melk

Passau

Regensburg

Cruising the Danube

Nuremberg

Danube Discovery Grand River Cruise Package Includes:

7-night cruise in an outside stateroom on the luxurious Grand River Countess
Complimentary wine during dinner, and bottled water in your stateroom
Captain's Welcome Dinner
Enriching onboard entertainment and insightful lectures
An experienced Cruise Manager and attentive all English-speaking crew
6 shore excursions fully hosted by English-speaking guides
State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio headset system on all shore excursions
All transfers

Complimentary Transfers

Arrival Transfers: Airport to ship arrival transfers provided for all Air/Sea guests and any guests whose flight details were given to Trafalgar. Flights need to arrive Nuremberg no later than 3pm on the day of embarkation.
Passengers will need to make their way to the meet and greet area where they will be met by a representative holding a TRAFALGAR UNIWORLD sign. Passengers arriving outside the official dates of arrival shown in the brochure will need to make their own arrangements or purchase a private transfer.
Departure Transfers: Ship to Airport departure transfers provided on day of debarkation for all Air/Sea guests and any guests whose flight details were given to Trafalgar. Transfers will be provided to the Vienna airport up to 12 noon on day of debarkation.
Passenger flight details must be given to Trafalgar 45 days days prior to departure in order to qualify for these tranfers.

Important Note: Complimentary transfers will vary on certain tours especially if a Land portion is included on the tour. Please contact Trafalgar or your Travel Agent at time of booking to confirm the Complimentary transfer status on your selected tour.

Call (918) 524-9696 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6221800

Tour Operator

Trafalgar Tours

Duration

9 Days

Escorted

Escorted - Yes

Itinerary

Day	Destination	Description
Day 1	Depart Home Gateway City to Nuremburg
Day 2	Nuremberg	Arrive in Nuremberg where you'll be greeted by a Trafalgar representative and transferred to the ship. (Dinner)
Day 3	Nuremberg	Today's tour takes you through Nuremberg, an archetypal German medieval city encircled by mighty defensive walls and red-roofed buildings. The second largest city in Bavaria is the birthplace of Albrecht Dürer and home to world-famous gingerbread and the pocket watch. It is also where the infamous Nazi rallies were held during World War II, and its courthouse (Room 600) held the memorable trials after the war. Discover the sights of Nuremberg during your panoramic tour before exploring the walled Old Town on foot. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) Featured Excursion: Nuremberg city tourNote: Access to courtroom 600 cannot be guaranteed
Day 4	Regensburg	Regensburg, one of the finest medieval towns in Europe, captures 2000 years of living history with outstanding manmade monuments like the 12th-century stone bridge and the towering Gothic cathedral. Our walking tour explores the architectural treasures of Old Town as well as the Cathedral of St. Peter, with magnificent stained glass windows dating back to the 14th century. Genuine Bavarian hospitality adds tothe vibrant mix of art and culture of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) Featured Excursion: Regensburg walking tour
Day 5	Passau	Passau boasts a delightful layer of Italian style on quintessential German foundations. Explore the well-preserved town and visit St. Stephan's Cathedral, home to Europe's largest pipe organ, and site of your organ recital. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) Featured Excursion: Passau walking tour and St. Stephan's organ concertIrresistible Optional Tours: Venture through the Bavarian forest to the Bavarian Village Museum, or spend an afternoon cycling along the Inn River.Note: Concert not available before May 2 and after November 1 or on Sundays.
Day 6	Melk	Start the day with a scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage cultural landscape representing one of the most beautiful stretches of river valleys in Europe, en route to Melk.Upon arrival in Melk, be greeted by the 900-year-old Benedictine abbey situated high atop the granite cliffs of the Danube. The beautiful complex is a masterpiece of baroque art and architecture. During your tour through the abbey complex, the guide will bring history to life as you discover one work of art after another. (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner) Featured Excursion: Melk Abbey
Day 7	Krems	Today, we invite you on a different kind of journey to discover the fascination of wine. We'll take you to the best traditional and state-of-the-art wine domain where you'll experience a treat for all the senses, from the vineyards to the cellars. See, feel, smell the wines on a walk through the estate and taste the noble juice of the vine. Later, enjoy leisure time to take a stroll through the quaint town of Krems. (Breakfast / Lunch / Captain's Welcome Dinner) Featured Excursion: Krems wine experience
Day 8	Vienna	Vienna's compact historic city center is an exciting array of cafes and grand places, culminating at the magnificent gothic Cathedral. Your city tour will take you along the stately Ringstrasse to the most beloved architectural wonder in all of Vienna, St. Stephen's Cathedral, where Mozart was married in 1782. On the way you'll pass Figaro House, where Mozart once lived and wrote The Marriage of Figaro. (Buffet / Lunch / Dinner) Featured Excursion: Vienna city tourIrresistible Optional Tours: Visit Schönbrunn Palace, and/or enjoy a classical music performance of Mozart and Strauss
Day 9	Vienna (Disembark)	Disembark the ship and transfer to Vienna airport for your flight home

Dates/Pricing

Disclaimer

* Taxes, security fees and fuel surcharges are not included. ** This list indicates brochure rates and dates. *** Please note: Land + Air inclusive tour prices are based from New York. For inclusive tour prices to your home city, please contact Trafalgar or your Travel Agent. **** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.

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