Discover how the Habsburgs lived when you visit their summer home, the splendid Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna
6. WACHAU VALLEY CRUISE TO DÜRNSTEIN Onboard commentary enriches a leisurely cruise past lush vineyards, fairy tale castles and ancient monasteries in the Wachau Valley, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its intact medieval architecture – and the perfect scenic appetizer for your stop in the charming little village of Dürnstein in Austria’s wine country. Take a closer look at its Baroque houses and Romanesque church as you stroll down its one main street, or enjoy an invigorating climb up centuries-old steps to the ruins of hilltop Kuenringerburg Castle – where Richard the Lionhearted was once held for ransom – for great scenic views. A wine tasting back in town at an authentic tavern celebrates local cultural traditions and new friendships. Meals BLD
7. THE IMPERIAL CITY OF VIENNA Wake up in Vienna, inspiring romantic visions of “Old Europe.” A choice of sightseeing features a tour of Schönbrunn Palace, the Habsburgs’ summer residence and an Austrian cultural treasure, or the Imperial Apartments of Empress Elisabeth (“Sisi”) at the Hofburg, today Austria’s presidential residence. Nothing compares to the royal treatment and pageantry you’ll experience tonight at our private Imperial Evening in an opulent Viennese palace. Welcome cocktails and dinner precede an unforgettable spectacle of beautiful ball gowns and a musical performance celebrating the legacy of Mozart. Meals BLD
Call your travel agent or Tauck at 877-519-1035
INSIDE BRATISLAVA TODAY To understand the country that is known as Slovakia today,
you need to delve into the past. Our resident expert takes you inside contemporary Slovakia and its capital, Bratislava, for a look at politics, the economy, religion, society, preservation and emergence of the arts, and much more. At the end of your Tauck visit, you’ll find yourself culturally connected to one of Europe’s hottest emerging destinations.
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