Viking River Cruises
Eastern European Odyssey
Admire the grand cities of the Hapsburg Dynasty and the ancient remains of Roman Empire outposts as you make this 14-night odyssey to Eastern Europe. Immerse yourself in fiery Hungarian culture and discover the wonders of Strauss and his classic waltzes. You’ll savor the unique cuisine of a region still being shaped by current events, revel in the natural beauty of the Danube’s exquisite Iron Gate region and explore the Black Sea’s coast. See firsthand how current restoration efforts have preserved the region’s rich historical, architectural and cultural heritage.
Bucharest to Nuremberg or v.v.
16 days / 15 nights
Itinerary
| Day |
Destination |
Activities |
| Day 1 |
Bucharest |
Hotel check-in |
| Day 2 |
Bucharest |
City tour & Village Museum. Transfer to ship |
| Day 3 |
Varna |
Excursion to Varna & the Black Sea, free time |
| Day 4 |
Veliko-Tarnova |
Coach & walking tour, free time |
|
Arbanasi |
Coach & walking tour |
| Day 5 |
Vidin |
Belogradchik excursion |
| Day 6 |
Iron Gate |
Scenic cruising & Kostolac excursion |
| Day 7 |
Belgrade |
Coach & walking tour |
| Day 8 |
Kalocsa |
Puszta excursion |
| Day 9 |
Budapest |
City tour and free time |
| Day 10 |
Bratislava |
Walking tour |
| Day 11 |
Vienna |
City tour & free time |
| Day 12 |
Melk |
Abbey Tour |
|
Linz |
Evening arrival |
| Day 13 |
Passau |
Walking tour, organ concert & free time |
| Day 14 |
Regensburg |
Walking tour & free time |
| Day 15 |
Nuremberg |
Coach and walking tour; free time |
| Day 16 |
Nuremberg |
Disembarkation (before 10am) |
Please note: Visa required
Cruising on Viking Danube
2010 Prices are quoted per person share twin in AUD.
| 2010 Cruise Tour Dates |
|
|
| Passau to Oltenita |
Oltenita to Passau |
F |
E |
D |
C |
CS |
B |
A |
| 21 Mar |
|
4620 |
4900 |
5740 |
6310 |
7150 |
7720 |
8000 |
|
4 Apr |
4900 |
5180 |
6030 |
6590 |
7440 |
8000 |
8280 |
| 16 May, 13 Jun, 8 Aug |
30 May, 27 Jun, 22 Aug |
6030 |
6310 |
7150 |
7720 |
8560 |
9130 |
9410 |
| 5 Sep |
19 Sep |
6310 |
6590 |
7440 |
8000 |
8850 |
9410 |
9690 |
| 31 Oct |
14 Nov |
4620 |
4900 |
5740 |
6310 |
7150 |
7720 |
8000 |
| Ship Cruise Date 2010 |
Passau to Oltenita |
Oltenita to Passau |
| Viking Primadonna |
21 Mar, 16 May, 13 Jun, 8 Aug, 5 Sep, 31 Oct |
4 Apr, 30 May, 27 Jun, 22 Aug, 19 Sep, 14 Nov |
|
Tour includes:
- 14 night Danube cruise in uotside air-conditioned stateroom with private facilities
- 1 night accommodation with dinner and breakfast at 4 star Athenee Palace Hotel or similar
- Transfer Bucharest hotel to your ship
- 3 meals daily
- Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner
- Sightseeing as specified with English speaking guide and tour headphones
- Folkloric entertainment, lectures, handicraft & food demonstrations
- Port charges and fuel surcharge
- Gratuities
|
| Transfers: |
| Transfers between airport and ship are not included. They can be purchased separately and are only available on the day of embarkation/disembarkation. |
| Budapest Airport to ship and v.v. |
Prices - AUD$65 |
| Nuremberg Airport to ship and v.v. |
Prices - AUD$65 |
