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Day 1,
Thu. DEPART USA.
Board your overnight flight to Budapest.
Day 2,
Fri. ARRIVE IN BUDAPEST, HUNGARY.
Arrive in Budapest and transfer to your hotel. Start exploring the
city during the balance of the day.
Day 3,
Sat. BUDAPEST.
Morning sightseeing includes historic Buda Castle, where you will
have splendid views of the twin cities of Buda and Pest as well as
the Danube. Also see 500-year-old Matthias Church, St. Stephen’s
Basilica and distinctive Fisherman’s Bastion. (B)
Day 4,
Sun. BUDAPEST.
A free morning. This afternoon transfer to your luxurious cruise
ship. Tonight, gather on board for a Gala Welcome dinner with
Gypsy violins. (B,D)
Day 5,
Mon. KALOCSA.
Spend the morning in Kalocsa, renowned for its paprika production.
Visit the Paprika Museum, then admire a show of equestrian prowess
performed by the csikos, traditional wranglers in their
picturesque costumes. There’s time to browse for local embroidery.
Then sail past historical Mohács, where the Turkish victory in
1526 determined the destiny of Hungary for the next 150 years. (B,L,D)
Day 6,
Tue. CRUISING.
It’s an unforgettable day on the Danube, with beautiful vistas of
Marshal Vauban’s unconquerable Petrovaradin Fortress at Novi Sad.
In a special lecture, learn about the dramatic events of the
recent past which shape both the present and future of this region
resplendent with natural beauty and a proud history. (B,L,D)
Day 7,
Wed. BELGRADE, SERBIA.
Your expertly guided morning sightseeing tour features Kalemegdan
Fortress,
the world’s largest Orthodox Church of St. Sava and the Karadorde
Monument. Former Yugoslavia’s Communist past is relived for you at
the tomb of its founder, Marshal Tito. Spend the evening at the
popular Bohemian Skadarlija district and taste some of the finest
local fare. (B,L,D)
Day 8,
Thu. THE IRON GATE / BULGARIA.
Pass the Serbian fortresses of Smederevo and Golubac and the
legendary Trajan’s Table, then head through the Danube’s most
dramatic gorge, the Iron Gate. The impressive Djerdap
hydroelectric project is the subject of a specially organized
lecture this afternoon. (B,L,D)
Day 9,
Fri. VELIKO TURNOVO / ROUSSE.
Admire the ancient capital of Bulgaria, Veliko Turnovo on the
banks of the Yantra river. Famous Tsarevets Hill, home of the
Royal Fortress and the Patriarchate, is well worth a visit. Browse
through the local handicraft market this afternoon and continue to
the museum town of Arbanassi for a visit. See the Ethnographical
Museum and the Church of the Nativity. Rejoin your cruise ship at
Rousse. (B,L,D)
Day 10,
Sat. BLACK SEA CANAL / CONSTANTA, ROMANIA.
The pride and joy of Communist achievement, the 40-mile long Black
Sea Canal, is yours to marvel at this morning while sailing to
Constanta. A comprehensive tour of Constanta highlights the
Natural History Museum, Peter & Paul Orthodox Church, and a drive
to the premier seaside resort of Mamaia. (B,L,D)
Day 11,
Sun. OLTENITA / BUCHAREST.
Bid farewell to your cruise ship this morning and transfer to your
hotel in Bucharest. On a sightseeing tour, admire the sights of
Romania’s lively capital. The highlight of your tour is a
visit to the National Art Museum, housed in the former Royal
Palace. (B)
Day 12,
Mon. DEPART BUCHAREST.
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Extra nights are
available if you wish to extend your stay in Europe. (B)
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In the
Path of Dracula Transylvania Excursion
Tour WLZ/WMZ
Days 1-11,
Thu-Sun. Like Cruise WL.
Day 12, Mon. A free day in Bucharest gives you a chance to
browse the shops and visit many of the attractions of this
city known as the “Paris of the East.” (B)
Day 13, Tue. An excursion takes you first to Bran Castle of
Dracula fame, built in 1377 and ever since assumed to be the
home of the Romanian vampires. Then into the Carpathians to
Sinaia to visit the monastery built in memory of Mihail
Cantacuzino’s visit to Mt. Sinai. Enjoy lunch in this mountain
resort before visiting the former royal summer palace of Peles
Castle, a blend of Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo styles from
the late 19th century. (B,L)
Day 14, Wed. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Extra nights are available if you wish to extend your stay in
Europe. (B)
PRICE PER PERSON:
Twin $299.
2 nights accommodation at the Hotel Hilton Atinee Palace (SF),
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