The Romantic Danube River Cruise - Budapest to Prague
Black Sea Voyage - Land and Cruise
Framed by rolling hillsides, lush vineyards, and medieval castles, the Danube River has captivated musicians, artists and poets throughout the centuries. Travel to romantic destinations, beginning with a 3-night stay in majestic Prague followed by 7 nights on the Danube River cruising from Vilshofen to Budapest. Explore a 2,000-year-old city and visit Europe's largest pipe organ; savor local wines throughout the Wachau Valley and have your senses heightened with the timeless beauty and rich history of Vienna and Budapest
Begin with two nights in Vienna, renowned for its music and architecture, then transfer to Budapest to start your Danube voyage. Discover the vineclad slopes of Pecs before departing Hungary, and cruise the boundary between Serbia and Croatia. Traverse the narrow gorges of the Iron Gates that divides Europe's Balkan and Carpathian mountains. Sail along the Romanian-Bulgarian border to Bucharest, the capital of Romania. Disembark and take the optional air transfer to Istanbul or continue via motorcoach to Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria's ancient capital, before arriving in Plovdiv. Conclude with three nights in Istanbul, rich in history that dates back for millennia.
Provence and Spain - Barcelona to Paris
Tulip Time Cruise
From magical Paris to romantic Barcelona, this itinerary is truly captivating. Begin with three nights in Paris then travel aboard the high speed TGV train to Lyon, France's gastronomical capital. Cruise legendary wine growing regions, home to famous wines such as Beaujolais and Côte du Rhône. Enjoy wine tastings at local vintners, marvel at Roman ruins, and shop for Provencal crafts. See the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Avignon as well as Arles, once home to Vincent Van Gogh. Disembark and travel to medieval Perpignan for a stop en route to your post-cruise program in Barcelona.
Discover the beauty and history of the Dutch and Belgian waterways in springtime. Admire the colorful tulip carpets and flower displays; stroll amidst Kinderdijks' lush green countryside dotted with world-famous windmills. Taste the famous local cheeses and learn about the traditions of the friendly Dutch and Flemish people. In Belgium, admire the great medieval cities of Antwerp and Ghent.
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