9 Day Danube River Cruise
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Highlights
- See magnificent panoramic views of Budapest from atop Fisherman's Bastion
- Enjoy a city tour of Vienna and view Hofburg Palace, Vienna Opera House and St. Stephen’s Cathedral
- Tour the historic Benedictine Melk Abbey, one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture
- Visit Regensburg, one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities
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Trip includes
- Flights New York-Budapest, Munich-New York or vice versa
- Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
- 7 nights outside cabin aboard the Deluxe MS Monarch Empress or First Class MS Monarch Princess or MS Monarch Baroness
- River port charges of $190 per person
- Cruise porterage
- All transfers
- 20 meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
- Shore excursions per itinerary
- Entrance fees per itinerary
- Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring during excursions
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Itinerary
Depart for Hungary
Meals: Dinner
Arrive in Budapest, Hungary and transfer to the port. Embarkation will begin at 3 pm. After arrival formalities, time to relax on board. Tonight, a gala Welcome Dinner sets the mood for your delightful river cruise
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
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This morning transfer to the airport in Munich for your departure flight. The Munich airport is approximately a 2 hour drive from the port. Disembarkation will end at 9:30 am
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.
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The MS Monarch Baroness is a first class river cruise vessel chartered exclusively by Gate 1 Travel. Built in 2007, with a maximum capacity of 146 passengers, this intimate ship features 69 spacious outside cabins and 4 suites (170-255 sq ft) each fully air-conditioned with private bath facilities, shower, telephone and flat screen satellite TV. Ship Amenities Bar-Lounge, restaurant, aft lounge, sundeck with jacuzzi, fitness center, basic wi-fi throughout ship, in-house musician and 24/7 coffee/tea station Cabins Include Flat screen TV, direct dial telephone, built-in safe, individual climate control, hairdryer
The MS Monarch Baroness is a first class river cruise vessel chartered exclusively by Gate 1 Travel. Built in 2007, with a maximum capacity of 146 passengers, this intimate ship features 69 spacious outside cabins and 4 suites (170-255 sq ft) each fully air-conditioned with private bath facilities, shower, telephone and flat screen satellite TV.
Cancellation fees apply to packages and/or services as indicated below. Package cancellation fees include airfare, except when Instant Purchase Airfare is purchased. Instant Purchase Airfares are always subject to 100% penalty in which case only the remaining land package (or other airfares) will be subject to the fees below.
Up to 91 days prior to departure: $300 p.p.
90 to 61 days prior to departure: 35% of cost
60 to 31 days prior to departure: 50% of cost
30 to 2 days prior to departure: 90% of cost
1 day or less prior to departure: 100% of cost
20 Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches and 7 Dinners
River Cruise Features & Amenities
- Captain's Welcome Dinner and Farewell Dinner
- Unlimited wine and beer with dinners
- Locally inspired recipes
- Early riser breakfast in addition to buffet breakfast
- Complimentary bottled water replenished daily in your stateroom
- Late night snack
- Complimentary basic Wi-Fi access in public areas
- Self-serve coffee and tea station
- Lounge serving premium spirits
- Daily entertainment including an on-board musician
- Fitness center
- Non-smoking ship interior
- Cruise Director & Activities Director throughout
- Shore excursions conducted exclusively in English by licensed guides
Additional Information:
- Cruise only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.
- Budapest to Vilshofen: Passengers arriving to Budapest on Day 2 should select flights that arrive no later than 3:00 pm. Passengers returning from Munich on Day 9 should select flights that depart no earlier than 11:00 am. The Munich airport is approximately a 2 hour drive from the Vilshofen port.
- Vilshofen to Budapest: Passengers arriving to Munich on Day 2 should select flights that arrive no later than 2:00 pm. Transfers to Vilshofen will depart at approximately 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm. The port is approximately a 2 hour drive from the Munich airport. Embarkation will begin at 3:00 pm.
- Due to physical constraints and space limitations, wheelchairs and walkers are not allowed on motor coaches and/or river cruises. Kindly refer to our Terms for additional information.
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