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Meals Superb dining with all meals on board daily featuring full breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D), including a welcome reception, welcome dinner, and Captain’s dinner; quality wines from Europe’s most famous wine regions with every dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements
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(Mon.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight. Day 2: Vienna, Austria (Embarkation). (Tue.) Vienna, Austria’s capital, is known as the “City of Music” and inspired the creative genius of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss. This afternoon the crew of your vessel awaits to welcome you aboard! (D) Day 3: Vienna. (Wed.) Once the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire, Vienna has much to offer: the lavish Hofburg Palace, the impressive Vienna Opera House, the majestic Ring Boulevard, and awe-inspiring St. Stephen’s Cathedral, to name just a few of the sights you will enjoy during your included tour. You do not rush through Vienna; you waltz, taking your time to savor each classic sight and sound. Shop in the Kärntnerstrasse and enjoy Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel in a neighborhood café. An optional concert is available during your stay. (B,L,D) Day 4: Melk–Grein. (Thu.) Situated in the picturesque Wachau Valley, Melk is home to the magnificent BENEDICTINE ABBEY that dominates the town and is one of Europe’s largest monasteries. The view from the terrace over the Danube and surrounding countryside is breathtaking! At the foot of a bluff in the shadow of its castle, Grein’s turreted houses on the main square offer excellent photo opportunities. (B,L,D) Day 5: Passau, Germany. (Fri.) Passau, ideally located at the confluence of the Rivers Inn, Ilz, and Danube, is a city of graceful arcades and cobblestone streets. St. Stephen’s Cathedral houses the world’s largest church organ with more than 17,000 pipes. (B,L,D) Day 6: Regensburg. (Sat.) Regensburg is one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities. Architectural highlights on your guided tour include the Old Town Hall, the beautiful white and gold OLD CHAPEL, and Porta Pretoria—gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. The city is the capital of Upper Palatinate, a bustling university town, and one of Bavaria’s cultural centers. It is here you will find Germany’s oldest restaurant, the 12th-century Historische Wurstküche (Old Sausage Kitchen). (B,L,D) Day 7: Nuremberg. (Sun.) Although Nuremberg suffered extensive damage during WWII, much of it was restored to its original style. Marvel at this historic city with its fabulous gothic churches and elegant patrician houses—all explained by a local expert. Nuremberg’s traditions include famous Lebkuchen, toy making, and metal working. After dinner we’ll introduce you to some of Germany’s famous beers! (B,L,D) Day 8: Bamberg. (Mon.) Another beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site is medieval Bamberg. Your walking tour takes in its breathtaking cathedral, the OLD TOWN HALL straddling the River Regnitz, and serpentine streets with charming houses and 18th-century mansions. (B,L,D) Day 9: Würzburg. (Tue.) Known as the “Pearl of the Romantic Road,” Würzburg is surrounded by sloping hills covered with vineyards. The magnificent BISHOP’S RESIDENZ is another UNESCO World Heritage Site. (B,L,D) Day 10: Wertheim–Miltenberg. (Wed.) Time at leisure this morning in charming Wertheim, situated at the confluence of the Tauber and Main Rivers. The town is known for its medieval town center, its castle, and its wine. Located on the Main River, Miltenberg is a picturesque Bavarian village that thrived on income from river traffic. Its cultural wealth and affluence are reflected in the beautiful medieval and renaissance houses and the gothic splendor of the Merchant Hall. This afternoon, learn how to bake a local soft cookie specialty. (B,L,D) Day 11: Rüdesheim–Rhine Gorge. (Thu.) Visit SIEGFRIED’S MECHANICAL MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MUSEUM in pretty Rüdesheim. A SPECIAL TREAT is planned, then free time to explore the Drosselgasse and pick up some souvenirs. The dramatic RHINE GORGE is the most beautiful stretch of river. Pass the legendary rock of the Lorelei, where sweet songs of local beauties lured enchanted sailors to their doom. (B,L,D) Day 12: Cologne, Germany. (Fri.) Cologne is one of Germany’s largest cities, with a river skyline dominated by the soaring twin spires of its magnificent gothic cathedral. The Germano-Roman Museum next to the cathedral is a must for history buffs! Try a Kölsch in one of the many taverns and shop for a bottle of 4711, the original “eau de cologne.” (B,L,D) Day 13: Amsterdam, Holland. (Sat.) Holland’s delightful 700-year-old capital is sophisticated and modern, with a rich and fascinating history. The works of famous Dutch masters can be seen in world-renowned museums such as the Rijksmuseum or the Van Gogh. There is no better way to see Amsterdam than by CANAL BOAT, cruising through the elegant grachten lined with stately homes. (B,L,D) Day 14: Amsterdam (Disembarkation). (Sun.) Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B)
City Highlights Cruise: Deluxe 12-night cruise from Amsterdam to Vienna or Vienna to Amsterdam in an outside stateroom with hotel-style bedsAmsterdam: Welcome reception; canal cruiseCologne: Guided sightseeingRüdesheim: “Winzerexpress” mini train; visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument MuseumMiltenberg: Guided sightseeing; baking demonstrationWürzburg: Guided sightseeing, visit the ResidenzBamberg: Guided sightseeingNuremberg: Guided sightseeing; beer tastingMain-Danube Canal: Cruise in the canalRegensburg: Guided sightseeing, visit the Old ChapelPassau: Guided sightseeingGrein: Guided sightseeingMelk: Guided visit of the Benedictine AbbeyVienna: Guided sightseeingNotes:
Ship Avalon Artistry® Price Details US Port charges: $168 per person.Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available.Extra nights per person in Vienna:in single room $280, in twin room $170Extra nights per person in Amsterdam:in single room $490, in twin room $280Prices shown above include cruise in Category E in a deluxe outside stateroom on Indigo Deck.To upgrade to a higher category (all staterooms Twin/Double), add per person:Category / Artistry Decks / PriceD / Indigo Deck / $170B / Sapphire Deck / $855A / Sapphire Deck / $941P / Royal Deck / $1,113Jr. Suite / Royal Deck / $2,055 Related Tours WAV|European Splendor (Amsterdam to Vienna) CURRENT SPECIALS: Standard Offers and Specials provided by Globus Share the pleasure of a Globus vacation with your children and grandchildren and take advantage of a 10-percent discount on the land-only price. For eligibility, children must be under 18 years of age on the departure date and must be accompanied by an adult. On escorted vacations we don’t accept children under eight years old because we have found that they are too young to enjoy these vacations.
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Avoid the single room supplement We do not take reservations on a “share” basis because we have found that strangers rarely enjoy sharing a room for the duration of their vacation. Avoid the single room supplement by traveling with a friend. It’s less expensive and much more fun!
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