Join the Glenmary Sisters & Spiritual Director Father John Vaughan On a Legendary Danube River Cruise Deposit!
From the splendor of Prague to the temples of Budapest, you’ll treasure every moment of this memorable Danube River cruise
Highlights & Sightseeing
- Daily Mass
- Prague: Guided Sightseeing
- Nuremberg: Welcome Reception; guided sightseeing
- Main Danube Canal: Cruise in the Canal
- Regensburg: Guided sightseeing; beer tasting
- Passau: Guided walk
- Melk: Guided Sightseeing of the Benedictine Abbey
- Vienna: Guided Sightseeing
- Budapest: Guided Sightseeing: see Fishermen’s Bastion
- Additional Excursions special for the Glenmary Sisters
- Prague: Jewish Heritage Tour
- Terezin: The Fortress of Theresienstadt and its History
- Excursion of Weltenburg Abbey and the Danube Gorge
Dates: October 29 – November 11, 2013
October 29, 2013
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pmDay 1: Depart USA
October 30, 2013
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pmDay 2: Arrive in Prague, Czech RepublicWelcome to Prague, capital of the Czech Republic. The city straddles the Vltava River with domes, cupolas, spires and pinnacles highlighting its skyline. The remainder of the day is free to start exploring.
October 31, 2013
- 9:00 am - 2:00 pmDay 3: PraguePrague is a 1,000-year-old city preserved in time. See its best-known treasures such as the Old Town’s Astronomical Clock, once the envy of all of Europe; HRADCANY CASTLE GROUNDS, St. Vitus Cathedral, and the Charles Bridge. Browse the shops for hand-cut crystal or art books. Mix with the locals in Wenceslaus Square or stroll along the Vltava River. (Breakfast)
November 1, 2012
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pmDay 4: PragueA free day for you to explore the city at your own pace. Your Cruise Director will have other suggestions for things to do. (Breakfast)
November 2, 2012
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pmDay 5: Prague Nuremberg, Germany (Embarkation)After lunch, drive to Nuremberg, where your river cruise vessel is docked. Before dinner, meet your crew for a welcome reception. (Breakfast, Dinner)
November 3, 2012
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pmDay 6: NurembergAlthough Nuremberg suffered extensive damage during WWII, much of it was restored to its original style. Marvel at this historic city with its fabulous gothic churches and elegant patrician houses. Nuremberg’s traditions include its famous Lebkuchen, toy making, and metal working. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
November 4, 2012
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pmDay 7: RegensburgRegensburg is one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities. Architectural highlights included on your tour are the Old Town Hall and the Porta Pretoria—gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. The city is the capital of Upper Palatinate, a bustling university town, and one of Bavaria’s cultural centers. Before dinner we’ll introduce you to some of Germany’s FAMOUS BEERS! (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
November 5, 2012
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pmDay 8: Passau Linz, AustriaPassau, ideally located at the confluence of the Rivers Inn, Ilz, and Danube, is a city of graceful arcades and cobblestone streets. St. Stephen’s Cathedral houses one of the world’s largest church organs with more than 17,000 pipes. An optional full-day excursion to Salzburg takes in the popular Sound of Music sights. Linz, Austria’s third-largest town, lies on both banks of the Danube and is an important industrial town and busy river port. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
November 6, 2012
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pmDay 9: Melk–ViennaMelk’s magnificent BENEDICTINE ABBEY dominates the town from its commanding hill site and is one of Europe’s largest monasteries. The view from the terrace over the Danube and surrounding countryside is breathtaking! This evening, arrive in Vienna, known as the “City of Music,” which inspired the creative genius of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss. An optional concert is available tonight. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
November 7, 2012
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pmDay 10: ViennaOnce the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire, Austria’s capital has much to offer: lavish Hofburg Palace, the impressive Vienna Opera House, the majestic Ringstrasse, and awe-inspiring St. Stephen’s Cathedral, to name just a few of the sights you will enjoy during your city tour. You do not rush through Vienna—you waltz, taking your time to savor each classic sight and sound. Shop in the Kärntnerstrasse and enjoy Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel in a neighborhood café. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
November 8, 2012
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pmDay 11: Budapest, HungaryBudapest, spanning the banks of the Danube, is Eastern Europe’s liveliest and most cosmopolitan metropolis. Eight bridges, including the famous Chain and Elisabeth Bridges, connect ancient Buda on the right bank with Pest on the left. The massive hilltop castle complex with Fishermen’s Bastion and the Matthias Church is among the many sights your Certified Local Guide will show you. Shop for renowned peasant embroidery, Herend porcelain, and paprika. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
November 11, 2012
- 9:00 am - 4:00 pmDay 12: Budapest (Disembarkation)Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)
LIMITED TIME BONUS – FIRST 80 PASSENGERS BOOKED FOR THIS TOUR WILL GET A FREE FRENCH BALCONY UPGRADE!
Available Packages
- Category B – Per Person Double $2,998
- Category A – Per Person Double $3048
- Category P – Per Person Double $3,248
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- Deposit due: $250 per person by Feb.1. $50 cancellation fee until April 30, 2013. After May 1, 2013 deposit is non-refundable.
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- Final Payment due: July 20. If you make a final payment and cancel after this date you lose a % of a cost of the trip depending on how close you are to the departure date.
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