Itinerary:

Day 1 Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation). (Wed) Welcome to Hungary’s exciting capital! This afternoon, board your river cruise vessel and meet your crew at a WELCOME RECEPTION. (Dinner included)

Day 2 Bratislava, Slovakia. (Thu) A morning to relax on board and marvel at the beautiful scenery on both banks of the Danube. As you cruise upriver, Hungary is on your left and Slovakia is on your right. The two countries share the Danube for a 58-mile stretch, with the border in the middle of the river. Situated at the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains, Bratislava is the dynamic capital of Slovakia. The charming Old Town with its Town Hall and Mirbach Palace as well as the gothic cathedral of ST. MARTIN should not be missed. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)

Day 3 Dürnstein, Austria–Melk. (Fri) This morning our first stop is Dürnstein, known for the magnificent baroque STIFTSKIRCHE with its blue façade, lying right in the heart of the Wachau wine region. Above town are the ruins of the castle where England’s King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned in 1192. Explore this picturesque little town on your own or choose from a number of optional excursions. Melk’s magnificent BENEDICTINE ABBEY dominates the town from its commanding hill site, and is one of Europe’s largest monasteries. The view from the terrace over the Danube and surrounding countryside is breathtaking! (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)

Day 4 Linz–Grein. (Sat) Linz, Austria’s third-largest town, lies on both banks of the Danube and is an important industrial town and busy river port. Culture is an important part of life in Linz. The composer Anton Bruckner lived here and Mozart’s Linzer Symphony was composed in the city. Choose from a variety of optional activities today. In the late afternoon, arrive in the attractive country resort of Grein, which is nestled at the foot of a bluff in the shadow of its castle and tour the highlights with a Local Guide. The turreted houses on the main square make excellent photo material. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)

Day 5 Vienna (Disembarkation). (Sun) THE TRIP ENDS TODAY. (Breakfast included)

Cruise cost: US$ 1279 per person

Cruise cost includes:
• Deluxe 4-night cruise from Budapest to Vienna in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds
• Meals as specified in the itinerary
• Guided sightseeing, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral in Bratislava
• Guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk
• Services of a professional Cruise Director
• Complimentary coffee & tea available throughout the day
• Complimentary wine, beer or soft drinks will be included on all onboard dinners
• Onboard lectures, activities & nightly piano music

Cruise Cost excludes:
• Cruise taxes, fees, fares and port charges of US$56 per person
• Any services not mentioned in “package includes”

sailing dates:
21st April, 26th May, 30th June, 4th July, 4th August, 8th September 2010

3 nights Vienna to Budapest cruise aboard Avalon Tapestry:
Discover the fascinating Danube with its charming small towns and exciting cities on this river cruise vacation. From Vienna, the “City of Music,” embark on your Danube River cruise and begin exploring the natural beauty of Austria’s Wachau Valley, Slovakia’s capital of Bratislava, and the vibrant Hungarian city of Budapest.

Itinerary:

Day 1 Vienna, Austria (Embarkation). (Sun) Vienna, Austria’s capital, is known as the “City of Music” and inspired the creative genius of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss. This afternoon, board your river cruise vessel and meet your crew at a WELCOME RECEPTION. (Dinner included)

Day 2 Melk–Dürnstein. (Mon) Today is dedicated to the beautiful and romantic Wachau Valley, where so much of the excellent Austrian wines are grown and produced. This morning, visit the impressive BENEDICTINE ABBEY of Melk, which towers over the town. Lounge on the Sky Deck with a glass of white wine while enjoying the scenery as you sail to Dürnstein, whose baroque blue and white STIFTSKIRCHE stands right on the river bank. Explore on your own or choose one of a variety of optional excursions your Cruise Director will propose. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)

Day 3 Bratislava, Slovakia. (Tue) Situated at the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains, Bratislava is the dynamic capital of Slovakia. The charming Old Town with its Town Hall and Mirbach Palace as well as the gothic cathedral of ST. MARTIN should not be missed. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included)

Day 4 Budapest, Hungary (Disembarkation). (Wed) THE TRIP ENDS TODAY. (Breakfast included)

Cruise cost: US$ 949 per person

Special Offer: US$ 1000 discount per stateroom on 29th May & 3rd July 2010 sailings*!

*conditions apply

Cruise cost includes:
• Deluxe 3-night cruise from Vienna to Budapest in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds
• Meals as specified in the itinerary
• Guided sightseeing, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral in Bratislava
• Guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk
• Services of a professional Cruise Director
• Complimentary coffee & tea available throughout the day
• Complimentary wine, beer or soft drinks will be included on all
onboard dinners
• Onboard lectures, activities & nightly piano music

Cruise Cost excludes:
• Cruise taxes, fees, fares and port charges of US$42 per person
• Any services not mentioned in “package includes”

sailing dates:
25th April, 30th May, 4th July, 8th August, 12th September 2010