2012 European History & Politics River CruisesJoin Avalon for an exceptional journey through history. Joining you on board your luxury river cruise ship is a diplomacy expert who has worked at the U.N., on the NATO/Warsaw Pact, and on E.U. security and economic issues. Special lectures by this fascinating authority will give you a unique political/historical/diplomatic perspective about Central Europe. You will enjoy opportunities to discuss issues and ask questions in an informal environment during the cruise.
The Blue Danube Discovery History & Politics River Cruise
13 days from Budapest to Prague - July 25, 2012
The delightful Danube sets the stage for this incredible journey as you sail through beautiful scenery and quaint towns. Begin in Budapest, Hungary, with two overnights, guided sightseeing, and a visit to imposing Fishermen's Bastion. Enjoy Hungarian cuisine, explore its famous produce market—Central Market Hall, wander around the former Royal Palace grounds, explore its famous churches, or visit one of the many museums. Then, board your river cruise vessel and sail westward, with guided sightseeing in magical Vienna, Passau, and medieval Regensburg. Also take a guided walk in the charming town of Dürnstein and see the baroque Stiftskirche; visit the awe-inspiring Benedictine Abbey in Melk and marvel at its beauty. Enjoy a wine tasting in Melk and a beer tasting in fascinating Nuremberg. Disembark your ship and travel to the "Golden City" of Prague for a final three overnights, guided sightseeing, and plenty of free time to discover the Hradcany Castle grounds, wander through Prague's Jewish Quarter, shop for hand-cut crystal, savor authentic Czech dumplings, stand in the square where protestors demonstrated against Communism, or visit one of the many churches. All of this and more awaits you on this marvelous vacation!
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Jewels of Central Europe History & Politics River Cruise
13 days from Budapest to Prague - July 25, 2012
Sail along the Danube, Main, Rhine, and Moselle Rivers and through the Main Danube Canal and dramatic Rhine Gorge on this remarkable river cruise vacation. Begin your trip with two nights in the vibrant Hungarian capital of Budapest with guided sightseeing and time to explore the city on your own. Then set sail and enjoy guided sightseeing showing the highlights in each city, with inside visits of Fishermen's Bastion in Budapest, Melk's awe-inspiring Benedictine Abbey, the Bishop's Residenz in Würzburg, Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in charming Rüdesheim, and Reichsburg Castle in Cochem. Also participate in a lively beer tasting, attend a traditional baking demonstration in the pretty Bavarian village of Miltenberg, and travel by high-speed train to Paris, where your vacation concludes with two overnights, guided sightseeing, and plenty of free time to explore the "City of Light" at your own pace!
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Central European History & Politics River Cruise
13 days from Budapest to Prague - August 1, 2012
This splendid Central Europe river cruise introduces you to the magnificent Rhine, Main, and Moselle Rivers, as well as to the fascinating Main Danube Canal. Your vacation begins with two overnights, guided sightseeing, and a visit of the Hradcany Castle grounds in the "Golden City" of Prague. Also enjoy guided sightseeing in Bamberg, Würzburg, Miltenberg, and Trier. Visit the Bishop's Residenz in Würzburg, Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in pretty Rüdesheim, and Reichsburg Castle above the little town of Cochem. Other highlights: attend a traditional baking demonstration in Miltenberg, cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, and travel by high-speed train from Metz to Paris. Your vacation ends in Paris with two overnights and guided sightseeing of the major sites.
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