Arrive in Prague and transfer to your hotel. The balance of the day is free to start exploring this beautiful city.
Day 2: 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 3: 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 serving as a memorial to those who perished. (B)
Day 4: Prague - Karlovy Vary - Nuremberg, Germany (Embarkation)
Depart from Prague after breakfast. Enjoy a short stop in Karlovy Vary, better known by its German name, Carlsbad, which is famous for its Bohemian Spas. After lunch, drive through the pastoral countryside to Nuremberg, the capital of Franconia. Tonight, meet your fellow passengers at the Gala Welcome Dinner. The ship will moor overnight in Nuremberg. (B,D)
Day 5: Nuremberg - Crossing the Continental Divide - Dietfurt
Enjoy a guided morning tour of this historic city with its fabulous Gothic churches and elegantly impressive walls. See the storybook 900-year-old ramparts that surround the city, the Imperial Castle and the Justice Palace where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946. Return to the ship for your cruise through the Main-Danube Canal and the highest point of your journey- 1,332 feet above sea level before descending through stair-step locks past the charming Bavarian town of Dietfurt. (B,L,D)
Day 6: Regensburg
This morning’s scenic cruising takes you through the final stretch of the Main-Danube Canal to arrive in magnificent Regensburg, one of Germany's best preserved medieval cities. A guided tour will show you the city's architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria - gates to an ancient Roman fort which was built in 179 AD. Marvel at beautiful churches and one of the oldest bridges crossing the Danube. The rest of the afternoon is free for exploring, or to join the optional excursion to beautiful Weltenburg Abbey in the Danube Gorge (operated from May 1 to Oct. 17.) In the evening enjoy a musical performance on board. (B,L,D)
Day 7: Passau - Linz, Austria
After breakfast, arrive in picturesque Passau, where the Inn and Ilz Rivers join the Danube. Your city tour takes you on an exploration of this fairy tale city founded more than 2,000 years ago. Or, substitute the city tour with the optional excursion to Salzburg, birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the setting for the “Sound of Music.” During your walking tour see Mozart’s birthplace. For those staying on board, enjoy a scenic cruise from Passau into Austria and on to Linz. After dinner, take a walk through this delightful town, Austria's third largest city and a major river port. (B,L,D)
Day 8: Melk - Vienna
Cruise through the narrow Strudengau and reach the Wachau Valley early this morning. Your guided tour takes you to Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey. Return to the ship for lunch as you cruise the romantic Wachau Valley. Arrive in Vienna, the "City of Music" before dinner. Explore the magnificent Austrian capital on your own, or participate in the optional Mozart and Strauss concert. (B,L,D)
Day 9: Vienna
Enjoy a guided city tour followed by free time in the city center, then a walking tour from St. Stephen’s Cathedral to the Naschmarkt. This large outdoor market area features numerous stands/stalls selling a large variety of foods and other products. A shuttle will operate from the ship to the city center in the afternoon, should you decide to enjoy your free time strolling along the main shopping street, Karntnerstrasse, or sampling some of Vienna’s famous pastries. In the alternative, join an optional tour to the Imperial Schönbrunn Palace, which includes entrance to the Carriage Museum. Enjoy dinner as you continue your journey pass Slovakia and cruise overnight to Budapest, Hungary's vibrant capital. (B,L,D)
Day 10: Budapest, Hungary
This morning, your sightseeing tour takes you to historic Buda Castle from where you can enjoy a splendid view of the twin cities of Buda and Pest spread over both banks of the River. Your tour also features the distinctive Fisherman's Bastion, the marvelous Royal Palace, St. Stephen's Basilica and Great Market Hall. An optional Baths & Liberty Monument excursion will take you to a panoramic view point above Budapest, followed by a visit to the area’s famous Thermal Baths. Tonight enjoy a Gala Farewell Dinner. Afterwards, the ship will sail a special “Illuminations Cruise” past the illuminated river front of Budapest. (B,L,D)
Day 11: Budapest (Disembarkation)
Your fascinating cruise comes to an end, disembark after breakfast. Individual departure. (B)
Note:
A valid passport is required for travel. Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
Port Charges are an additional $147 per passenger // Single Supplement 50% of twin, suite 100% of twin, $390 for land
For 7-nights Cruise Only (no Prague) subtract $690 from above rates. Arrive in Nuremberg on Day 4 for embarkation at 3pm.
Transfers are available for purchase. Please call for details.
Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking. The choices are: Choice A - Two twin beds; Choice B - One large bed (larger than queen size)
2012 Departures
Program Start Date
Cabin Rates are per passenger in $USD
Ship:Amacerto
Lower Deck - Cat E w/window
Lower Deck - Cat D w/window
Middle and Upper Deck - Cat C w/ french balconyaft
Middle Deck - Cat BB w/twin balconies fwd & mid
Upper Deck - Cat BA aft w/twin balconies
Upper and Middle Deck - Cat AB w/twin balconies
Upper Deck - Cat AA w/twin balconies
Upper Deck - Suite w/twin balconies
From Prague
25-Jun-12
$3,489
$3,688
$4,068
$4,488
$4,588
$4,788
$4,988
$5,688
23-Jul-12
$3,489
$3,688
$4,068
$4,488
$4,588
$4,788
$4,988
$5,688
20-Aug-12
$3,489
$3,688
$4,068
$4,488
$4,588
$4,788
$4,988
$5,688
17-Sep-12
$3,689
$3,888
$4,268
$4,688
$4,788
$4,988
$5,188
$5,888
1-Oct-12
$3,689
$3,888
$4,268
$4,688
$4,788
$4,988
$5,188
$5,888
29-Oct-12
$3,089
$3,288
$3,668
$4,088
$4,188
$4,388
$4,588
$5,288
12-Nov-12
$3,089
$3,288
$3,668
$4,088
$4,188
$4,388
$4,588
$5,288
Port Charges are an additional $147 per passenger // Single Supplement 50% of twin, Suite 100% of twin; $390 for land
For 7-nights Cruise Only (no Prague) subtract $690 from above rates. Arrive in Nuremberg on Day 4 for embarkation at 3pm.
Transfers are available for purchase. Please call for details.
Please select bedding choice at the time of booking. The choices are: Choice A -Two twin beds; Choice B - One large bed (larger than queen size)
Prices Include:
▪ 3-nights hotel accommodations in Prague at InterContinental or Hilton Old Town (or similar; hotel subject to change), including daily buffet breakfast
▪ Transfer from hotel in Prague to the ship in Nuremberg
▪ 7-nights deluxe Cruise from Nuremberg to Budapest in selected cabin category
▪ Life enriching tours and excursions dail with personal headset included
▪ "Culinary Delights - Bites & Sights" excursions - Experience a unique taste of Europe with visits to historic shops and markets synonymous with traditional culinary specialties.
▪ State-of-the-art Infotainment System in al staterooms featuring free-high speed Internet access, hit Hollywood movies, extensive music library & English language TV stations
▪ Complimentary Wi-Fi access on board
▪ Terry bathrobes and white-on-white plush bedding in all staterooms
▪ Gourmet dining with all meals included during your cruise
▪ Multiple dining venues on select vessels
▪ Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe's great wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every dinner on board
▪ Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily
▪ Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner
▪ Special highlights including lectures, theme dinners, cooking demonstration, onboard music performances and afternoon/evening piano music
▪ Bicycles to explore on your own & guided bicycle tours
▪ Services of professional Cruise Manager
▪ All English Language onboard in a non-smoking Environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)
▪ All local taxes
Prices Do Not Include:
▪ Individual arrival and departure
▪ Travel Insurance
▪ Port charges
▪ Gratuities
▪ Personal Expenses
*For reasons of navigation and passenger safety, the cruise operator and the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the itinerary of the cruise.
