AVALON WATERWAYS
10 Days | Festive Season on
the Legendary Danube
Eastbound (WNB-T1)

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PRAGUE TO BUDAPEST

Day 1 | Prague, Czech Republic. Welcome to the Golden City of Prague—Explore the City of 100 SpiresEnjoy free time to explore the Golden City and its surrounding countryside. Consider sampling delicious plum dumplings and traditional Pilsner lager beside the Vltava River.

Day 2 | Prague. Gothic Cathedrals, Grand Castles, and Great Cuisine. Spend the afternoon on your own to browse the exquisite Christmas Markets of Prague. Stroll through the brightly colored wooden stalls for ornaments and handmade toys and handicrafts. (B)

Classic — Take a Guided City Walk to visit Hradčany Castle Grounds; see St. Vitus Cathedral, and Old Town’s Astronomical Clock.

Day 3 | Prague. Nuremberg, Germany. Embark. The morning is free to explore Prague on your own. to enjoy the stunning architectural beauty of the city. This afternoon, board your Suite Ship® in Nuremberg and enjoy a dinner on board. (B,D)

Day 4 | Nuremberg. Roth. Living Heritage and History Lessons. Start the day with a Morning Stretch with the Avalon Adventure Host, and dock in Roth for a day of fascinating excursions. (B,L,D)

Classic — Choose a Guided Tour of Nuremberg’s medieval architecture, gilded fountain, gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle, — OR — Take a Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds—used by the Third Reich.

Discovery — Enjoy a Christmas Traditions Lecture on board while sailing this afternoon.

Day 5 | Regensburg. Magical Regensburg—Bavaria’s Medieval Miracle. This evening, enjoy live entertainment after dinner as you cruise toward Passau. (B,L,D)

Classic — Join a Guided City Walk and see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria—built in 179 AD as the entrance to Castra Regina fortress.
Discovery — Later, indulge in a Beer Tasting on board.

Day 6 | Passau. Go for Baroque in Passau–Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers meet. Sail to Linz this afternoon, or join your ship after your selected full-day excursion. (B,L,D)

Classic — Join a Guided City Walk to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers,” — OR — Join a full day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg—the city of Mozart—or a full day Guided Optional Excursion to the picturesque Bohemian town of Český Krumlov.

Linz, Austria. The Linzer Torte and a Legendary Love of Art and Music. Enjoy a free afternoon to linger in Linz. Take a bicycle from the ship and cycle along the Danube, or follow one of Linz’s many nature trails for a bird’s-eye view of the city and river below.

Day 7 | Melk. Wachau Valley. Vienna. Striking Frescoes and Breathtaking Views of the Wachau Valley. During lunchtime sail through the picturesque Wachau Valley to Vienna. This evening, you may choose to attend an Optional Excursion to a Royal Waltz Concert for an unforgettable evening of music in an elegant hall.(B,L,D)

Classic — Take a Guided Tour of Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to marvel at its frescoed ceilings, statues, incredible library, and ornate pipe organ.
Discovery — Enjoy an Austrian Cookie Tasting while sailing to Vienna.

Day 8 | Vienna. Royal Collections, Amusing Attractions, and Culinary Confections. Join a Guided Optional Excursion to Schönbrunn Palace—a Habsburg Empire summer home for 300 years. Spend free time on your own to enjoy the Christkindlesmarkt, or relax by the fire’s glow in a Viennese café this evening. Later, relax on board with live entertainment as you sail to Budapest. (B,L,D)

Classic — Venture into the Habsburg empire on a Guided City Tour of Vienna’s gilded landmarks. See the Imperial Palace complex—the winter residence of the Imperial Family, the historic Vienna Opera House and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral, — OR —
Discovery — Join a Guided Culinary Tour of Vienna’s magical Christmas Advent Markets to sample Sachertorte and Apfelstrudel.

Day 9 | Budapest, Hungary. The Pearl of the Danube in the Heart of Europe. Take in the beauty of Budapest while enjoying a free afternoon exploring such famous sights as the Chain Bridge. Get to know the city’s cafés and pubs, and Don’t miss the unique Christmas markets that Budapest hosts every year during the Festive season. (B,L,D)

Classic — Enjoy a Guided City Sightseeing, including the iconic Heroes’ Square.

Day 10 | Budapest. Disembark. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

NOTE: Itinerary is subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the itinerary schedule you receive with your final documents.

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