............................................................................................................................................................................................................... Your Itinerary
Day 1, BUDAPEST – EMBARK SHIP. Embark the ship and meet your fellow travellers tonight at the Welcome Dinner. (D)
Day 2, MOHACS – PECS – VILANY. Arrive in Mohacs during breakfast and then depart for your excursion to Pecs, EU Cultural Capital 2010. Founded more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans, Pecs became an important early Christian bishopric and Turkish cultural base during the many centuries of Ottoman rule. Upon arrival, visit the Mosque Church, the largest structure surviving from the Ottoman period as well as the underground burial chambers dating back to the 4th century. You will also see St. Peter’s Basilica, the main Catholic cathedral in the city, as well as the restored Synagogue, before returning to the ship in Mohacs. After lunch, enjoy a wine-tasting excursion, where you will sample aromatic, spicy wines from the vineyards of Vilany. Alternatively, a guided bicycle tour to Mohacs is available in the afternoon (capacity controlled). (B,L,D)
Day 3, VUKOVAR, CROATIA – NOVI SAD, SERBIA. This morning, choose between a tour of Vukovar or wine tasting in the town of Ilok. Your city tour of Vukovar includes the Ovcara Memorial, the monumental cross that is a memorial to those who lost their lives during Croatia’s struggle for independence. As an alternative, travel to the town of Ilok, which is famous for its wines. Here, you will visit a local winery and sample their vintages before your walking tour of the town. Enjoy lunch on board as you cruise to Novi Sad, Serbia. Enjoy a walking tour of Novi Sad in the afternoon, beginning at the Danube Park and then stroll through the old town centre. You will also tour the 18th-century Austrian-Hungarian Petrovaradin Fortress. (B,L,D)
Day 4, BELGRADE. Wake up in Belgrade, the capital of Serbia and explore its myriad of streets, plazas and squares. Belgrade has over 5,500 streets, 16 plazas and 32 squares. On your panoramic tour, you will see the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Temple of St. Sava. As an alternative, choose to take the Tito’s Memorial tour which includes a visit to the House of Flowers, where the tomb of Josip Tito is located. You will also see some of the many gifts Tito received during his presidency. You will have free time in the city centre after your tour to stroll along Prince Michael Street, the main pedestrian and shopping centre of the city. A guided bicycle tour is available in the afternoon (capacity controlled). (B,L,D)
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EMBARK DATE
13 Jun 20 Jun 22 Jul 29 Jul
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AmaLyra AmaLyra AmaDolce AmaDolce
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5 Sep 12 Sep 14 Oct 21 Oct
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AmaLyra AmaLyra AmaDolce AmaDolce
Day 5, CRUISING THROUGH THE IRON GATES – VIDIN, BULGARIA. Today, enjoy a full day of cruising through one of Europe’s most awe- inspiring natural wonders, the Iron Gates. Here the Danube narrows, as it winds through a range of magnificent gorges between the southern Carpathian Mountains and the northwestern foothills of the Balkan Mountains. Forming the natural border between Serbia and Romania, today’s passage will be an unforgettable highlight of your Black Sea adventure. Late this evening, the ship sails to Vidin. (B,L,D)
Day 6, VIDIN. The “Baba Vida” Fortress sits guard over the Danube at the Bulgarian frontier town of Vidin. The 14th century castle has massive walls and dark towers, in contrast to the natural park that surrounds the castle. From here, take an excursion to Belogradschik, a beautifully restored 6th century castle, located in a stunning landscape of unusual rock formations. (B,L,D)
Day 7, GIURGIU – BUCHAREST, ROMANIA – ROUSSE, BULGARIA. Enjoy a full day excursion to Bucharest, known as “Paris of the East.” Visit the Open Air Museum, which was dedicated to the traditional architecture and buildings of rural Romania. After lunch on your own, you will have two options. Enjoy a visit to the Palace of the Parliament, second only to the Pentagon as the largest building in the world or tour the Historical centre. Spend the remainder of the day at your leisure. (B,L,D)
Day 8, ROUSSE – DISEMBARK SHIP. After breakfast, disembark the ship for your homeward journey. (B)
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7 nights deluxe cruise accommodation in an outside stateroom - most staterooms offer French balconies or revolutionary Twin balconies
Life enriching tours and excursions daily with personal headset included
State-of-the-art Infotainment System in all staterooms featuring free high-speed Internet access, hit Hollywood movies, extensive music library & English language TV stations
Complimentary Wi-Fi access on board
Terry bathrobes and white-on-white plush bedding in all staterooms
Gourmet dining with all meals included during your cruise
Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe’s great wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every dinner on board
Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily
Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain’s Gala Dinner
Special highlights including lectures, theme dinners, cooking demonstration, on board music performances and afternoon/evening piano music
Bicycles to explore on your own & guided bicycle tours
Services of professional Cruise Manager
All English language on board in a non- smoking environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)
All local taxes
NOTE: Guided bicycle tours are capacity controlled. Relax in your french balcony stateroom
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