Magnificent Europe

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	Magnificent Europe aboard Avalon Waterways
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	August 22; September 5+ & 26+; October 3+, 10 & 17, 2010
	Amsterdam to Budapest | 14 Days
	Day	Port	Activities
	1	Amsterdam, Holland (Embark)	Welcome to Amsterdam! Holland’s capital This afternoon, board your river vessel and meet your crew at a Welcome Reception. (D)
	2	Amsterdam	Canal Boat tour, cruising through the elegant grachten lined with stately homes dating back to Amsterdam’s “Golden Age.” Afternoon on your own. (B, L, D)
	3	Cologne	Tour Cologne, capital of the Rhineland with its Germano-Roman Museum and historic Old Town. Shop for a bottle of 4711, the original “eau de cologne.” (B, L, D)
	4	Rhine Gorge–Rüdesheim	The dramatic Rhine Gorge is the most beautiful stretch of river. Visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Museum in pretty Rüdesheim. Enjoy a special treat, then free time to explore the Drosselgasse. (B, L, D)
	5	Miltenberg	Tour Miltenberg, a picturesque Bavarian village where cultural wealth and affluence are reflected in the beautiful medieval and renaissance houses and the gothic splendor of the Merchant Hall. This afternoon, learn how to bake a local cookie. (B, L, D)
	6	Würzburg	Known as the “Pearl of the Romantic Road,” Würzburg is surrounded by sloping hills covered with vineyards. Visit the Bishop's Residenz, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (B, L, D)
	7	Bamberg	Another beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site is medieval Bamberg. Your walking tour takes in its breathtaking cathedral, the Old Town Hall and 18th-century mansions. (B, L, D)
	8	Nuremberg	During your tour marvel at Nuremberg, restored to its original style after suffering extensive damage during WWII. After dinner be introduced to some of Germany’s famous beers (B, L, D)
	9	Regensburg	Regensburg is one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities. Architectural highlights on your guided tour include Old Town Hall, Old Chapel, and Porta Pretoria. (B, L, D)
	10	Passau–Linz	Ideally located at the confluence of the Rivers Inn, Ilz, and Danube, Passau is a city of graceful arcades and cobblestone streets. An optional full-day excursion to Salzburg takes in the popular Sound of Music sights. (B, L, D)
	11	Melk–Dürnstein-Vienna	See Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey that dominates the town from its commanding hill site and is one of Europe’s largest monasteries. A guided walk of Dürnstein allows you to see the baroque Stiftskirche with its blue façade. Arrive Vienna, known as the “City of Music,” inspired the creative genius of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss. (B, L, D)
	12	Vienna	Once the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire, Vienna has much to offer during your tour, including the lavish Hofburg Palace and the impressive Vienna Opera House. Shop in the Kärntnerstrasse and enjoy Apfelstrudel in a neighborhood café. An optional concert is available tonight. (B, L, D)
	13	Bratislava	Situated at the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains, Bratislava is the dynamic capital of Slovakia. Tour the charming Old Town with its Town Hall and Mirbach Palace, as well as the gothic cathedral of St. Martin. (B, L, D)
	14	Budapest	Budapest, spanning the banks of the Danube, is Eastern Europe’s liveliest and most cosmopolitan metropolis. Fisherman's Bastion and the Matthias Church is among the impressive sights you’ll see on your included tour. Shop for renowned peasant embroidery, Herend porcelain, and paprika. (B, L, D)
	15	Budapest	Transfer to the airport for your flight home. (B)
		+Cruise operates in reverse. Itinerary may vary slightly.
		(B) Breakfast; (L) Lunch; (D) Dinner
	Fares From $2,649 (based on Aug 22 departure)

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Avalon Waterways Difference
*Deluxe cruise in an outside stateroom with hotel=style beds
*Services of a professional Cruise Director
*Onboard lecturers, activities & nightly piano music
*Sightseeing with Local Guides
*Headsets for all guided shore excursions
*Complimentary wine with all onboard dinners
*Inside visits to many major attractions

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