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Prague & Danube Explorer

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From Prague to Budapest
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  • Historic bridge over a river with a beautiful cityscape at sunset.
  • Famous astronomical clock tower with historical architecture in the square.
  • Colorful town by the river with a mix of historical architecture and greenery.
  • Cityscape featuring a prominent church and lush green surroundings.
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  • Baroque-style monastery overlooking a town with lush surroundings.
  • Grand building with a dome, horse-drawn carriages, and tourists.
  • Cityscape with a mix of modern and historic buildings near a river.
  • Iconic parliament building by the river, beautifully illuminated at sunset.
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 182
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Prague

    Prague
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  2. Day 2

    Prague

    Prague
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Prague
    • Visit to Prague Castle courtyards
    • Visit to St. Vitus Cathedral
    • Walk across Charles Bridge
    • Visit to Old Town Square and Astronomical Clock

    Optional Activities

    • Coffee & Cake at Lobkowicz Palace
    Landmarks
    Prague Castle
    St. Vitus Cathedral
    Charles Bridge
    Old Town Square
    Astronomical Clock
    Lobkowicz Palace
  3. Day 3

    Prague

    Prague
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Tastes of Czechia (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Josefov
  4. Day 4

    Prague to Passau

    Prague to Passau
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Passau

    Passau
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Hike to Veste Oberhaus
    • Bavarian Countryside Experience

    Optional Activities

    • Bavaria Live (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Veste Oberhaus
    Mariahilf
    St. Severin
  6. Day 6

    Linz - Český Krumlov

    Linz - Český Krumlov
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Český Krumlov
    • Visit to St. Vitus' Church
    • Exploration of Gothic facades in Český Krumlov

    Optional Activities

    • Walking tour of Linz with Linzer Torte tasting (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Český Krumlov
    Český Krumlov Castle
    St. Vitus' Church
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  7. Day 7

    Melk - Weissenkirchen

    Melk - Weissenkirchen
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise down the Danube River
    • Tour of Melk Abbey
    • Guided bike tour along the Danube
    • Guided hike in Weissenkirchen

    Optional Activities

    • Wachau Valley Experience (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Melk Abbey
    Danube River
    Wachau Valley
    Weissenkirchen
    Itinerary Image 1
  8. Day 8

    Vienna

    Vienna
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch on board), Dinner (Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Vienna
    • Ringstrasse drive
    • Guided bike tour of Vienna

    Optional Activities

    • Exclusive Viennese evening concert (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Ringstrasse
    Danube Island
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 9

    Vienna to Bratislava

    Vienna to Bratislava
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch on board), Dinner (Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Bratislava
    • Guided hike to Bratislava Castle
    • Local Slovakian entertainment on board

    Optional Activities

    • Skoda tour of Post-Communist Bratislava (extra expense)
    • Carpathian Wine route (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Bratislava Castle
    Slovak National Theatre
    Itinerary Image 1
  10. Day 10

    Budapest

    Budapest
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    Breakfast, Lunch (Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch on board), Dinner (Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with dinner on board. Farewell Reception & Dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Budapest tour with Grand Market visit
    • Hike to Gellert Hill
    • Traditional Hungarian folklore show on board

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Szentendre (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Grand Market
    Gellert Hill
    Buda Castle
    Itinerary Image 1
  11. Day 11

    Budapest

    Budapest
    Meals
    Breakfast

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Emerald Cruises Ship

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    Emerald Sky
    Offering unique river cruising experiences since 2014 on Danube and Rhine to the 182 passengers it can accommodate, Emerald Sky is the perf… Read more
    Capacity
    Built
    2014
    Guests
    180
    Crew
    51
    Length
    135 metres / 443 feet
    Width
    11 m / 36 ft
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    Staterooms
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    Gross Tonnage
    3544 gt
    Electricity
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    Cruising Speed
    13 kn / 24 kph / 15 mph
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    Cabin
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