Danube

LDS Group Travel Presents
The Romantic Danube

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12 Days
Oct, 2016
$TBD per person
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3 nights Hotel accomadation in Prague
7 day river cruise
23 meals (10 breakfasts 6 lunches, & 7 dinners)Site seeing per Itinerary
Transfers between destinations by air conditioned motor coach & river cruise ship
Entrance fees per itinerary
Services of English speaking local guides
Luggage handling (1 bag per person)

LDS Tour Highlights

Experience a Romantic Danube river cruise with LDS Travel. Framed by Austrian Alps, lush vineyards, and medieval castles, the Danube River casts the lure of romance that has caught many artists, musicians, and poets throughout the centuries. Travel through each of these captivating cities, beginning with a 3-night stay in fairy tale Prague followed with 7 nights on the timeless Danube River from Vilshofen to Budapest. Explore a 2,000-year old city and visit Europe’s largest pipe organ, and have your senses heightened with the timeless beauty and rich history of Vienna and Budapest.

LDS Tour Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Depart USA
Today you start your Journey.

Day 2 - Arrive Prague, Czech Republic
Transfer to hotel and remainder of day at Leisure.
8:00 P.M. welcome briefing

Day 3 - Prague
Your morning's sightseeing tour reveals why Prague is considered one of Europe's most attractive cities. Visit the 1,000-year-old Hradcany Castle courtyard, St. Vitus and then walk over the Charles Bridge to the Old Market Square. The evening is free to mingle with the locals at Wenceslas Square, shop for souvenirs or enjoy one of the many charming cafés or restaurants in Prague. (B)

Day 4 - Prague
Spend a day at your leisure to relax and stroll through a museum or gallery, wander along the banks of the Vlatava River, relax at an outdoor restaurant or shop for local handicrafts and art work. This afternoon, participate in an optional tour to Terezin, the infamous Nazi WWII concentration camp, now a memorial to those who perished. (B)

Day 5 - Prague - Embark Nuremberg
This morning perhaps do some last minute sightseeing or souvenir shopping in the Czech Republic. In the early afternoon, depart for the port in Nuremberg. Embarkation begins at 3 pm. Tonight, enjoy a Captain's welcome dinner on board (B, D)

Day 6 - Nuremberg City Tour
After breakfast, join a guided tour of Nuremberg that includes such sights as the Palace of Justice, the venue of the Nuremberg trials, the Market Square and the Church of Our Lady. After the tour, stroll through the shops on your own. Enjoy scenic sailing during lunch on board (B,L,D)

Day 7 - Regensburg City Tour
This morning arrive in Regensburg. Enjoy a walking tour of the city, built in 179 BC by the Romans, today it stands as one of the largest and most well preserved cities in Bavaria. The tour includes such sights as the Old Town Hall, the Dom St. Peter, the Roman Gates at Porta Pretoria, and one of the oldest stone bridges over the Danube. Sail for Passau this evening (B,L,D)

Day 8 - Morning in Passau
This morning arrive in Passau, where the Ilz, Inn, and Danube Rivers meet. Passengers joining the optional tour will depart for Salzburg early this morning, while remaining guests will have the opportunity to explore Passau independently. Most known for St. Stephen's Cathedral, the city boasts many fine examples of Baroque and Gothic architecture. Continue sailing during lunch and relax on board this afternoon. In the late afternoon, the ship will make a brief technical stop to pick up passengers rejoining the ship (B,L,D)

Day 9 - Melk Abbey
This morning, enjoy a guided tour of the historic Benedictine Abbey in Melk, considered one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in Europe. On the tour you will have the opportunity to view the abbot's chambers, the Kaiser's walk and the library. Continue cruising and relax on board as you sail through the scenic Wachau Valley to Vienna (B,L,D)

Day 10 - Full Day in Vienna
Your morning tour of Vienna begins with a drive along the famed Ringstrasse, Vienna's main boulevard. View the hub of the Hapsburg Empire, and walk the courtyards to view sites such as the Vienna State Opera House, Parliament and St. Stephen's Cathedral. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Set sail for Budapest this evening. (B,L,D)

Day 11 - Budapest, Hungary
Your morning tour of Budapest begins in Pest and views such sights as the Parliament, City Park and Heroes Square. Cross the river to Buda to see the Royal Palace, Matthias Church and the graceful medieval architecture that lines the traditional cobbled streets. Explore the city on your own this afternoon. This evening, enjoy a Captain's Farewell Dinner on board (B,L,D)

Day 12 - Depart for home
Today sadly you must say goodbye to the beautiful country and return home. After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your trip home. (B).