Avalon Waterways - The Legendary Danube
Thursday 24th May 2012
0800 408 6200
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The Legendary Danube will offer you 3 nights exploring Prague followed by 7 more nights on the river stopping at Nuremberg, Linz and Vienna - Spend your time on the ship admiring the beautiful scenery around you and when your on shore make sure you look around and experience all opportunities presented including checking out the local cultures.
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  From the splendor of Prague to the Gypsy violins of Budapest, you’ll treasure every moment of this memorable Danube River cruise. Enjoy three nights in Prague with guided sightseeing as well as time to explore this marvelous city on your own. Discover the Hradcany Castle grounds, wander through Prague’s Jewish Quarter, shop for hand-cut crystal, savor authentic Czech dumplings, stand in the square where protestors demonstrated against Communism, or visit one of the many churches. Then drive to Nuremberg and set sail for medieval Regensburg, Passau, Vienna, and Budapest, with guided sightseeing in each city. Sail through the fascinating Main Danube Canal and witness the scenic beauty as you cruise past quaint towns. Attend a beer tasting, tour Melk’s splendid Benedictine Abbey, and experience the music, art, culture, and historical sites in romantic Vienna—a memorable vacation!    Welcome on board Unpack only once as you enjoy a journey of culture, comfort and convenience, right into the heart of your destination on board your River Cruise. River Cruising allows you to enjoy the exceptional and attentive service of highly trained crew, the sumptuous food and fine wines and the relaxed, sociable atmosphere that you have come to expect from ocean cruising, plus so much more. River cruising enables you, the discerning traveller to break down the barriers of landlocked Europe, or the huge land masses of China or Russia and open them up to the world of cruising. The banks of Europe’s waterways for example are home to some of the planet’s most treasured culture-hubs and quaintest villages and you sail into the heart of your destination every time. Be in the middle of the action, instead of seeing it from afar. Whether you are a culture vulture or prefer to watch the world go by as you relax in comfort, then River Cruising is for you. Life on board Whilst River Cruise vessels do not feature huge amounts of on board space, there is ample space and light entertainment to enjoy a relaxed and sociable experience. A River Cruise is much more about destination rather than on board entertainment so expect entertainment to be musicians and games for example. The top deck is normally an open deck, ideal for sitting watching the scenery change by the second, relaxing with a drink and the day and evening away. Dress code River cruising tends to be a much more casual affair than some ocean cruises. Some River Cruises may require a smarter dress code for dinner. The general rule of thumb is smart casual in the evening and practical and comfortable during the day. There is usually a special captain’s dinner at some point during a River Cruise, where most people tend to dress in cocktail dresses for women and jacket and tie for men. There may also be a fancy dress evening along the way but these are completely optional.  Avalon Waterways pride themselves on having the youngest fleet of ships in Europe's rivers - averaging just two years in age, compared to the industry average of seven years. New ships are regularly added to the fleet, offering guests the very latest ship design and innovative technologies, including enhanced soundproofing and the highest standard of features and services. The Avalon Fleet Avalon Visionary - 2012 Avalon Vista - 2012 Avalon Panorma - 2011 Avalon Luminary - 2010 Avalon Felicity - 2010 Avalon Affinity - 2009 Avalon Creativity - 2009 Avalon Scenery - 2008 Avalon Tranquility - 2007 Avalon Imagery - 2007 Avalon Tapestry - 2006     Wherever you are on board, large sweeping windows greet you at every turn, providing the finest views of passing landscape, iconic landmarks and famous cities. Avalon's ships feature huge panoramic windows in all public areas and full floor-to-ceiling panoramic sliding windows creating a French balcony in all staterooms (apart from the Indigo deck). Each ship is beautifully appointed with an elagant and contemporary decor, state-of-the-art facilities and designed so that you can always enjoy the best views. You will find plenty of comfortable seating and cosy spots to relax and take it all in - in the restaurant, club lounge, lobby or Sky Deck. The impressive public areas give you a feeling of space to enjoy your precious time on board. As well as the spaciously designed public areas and staterooms with panoramic windows, you will be amazed at the impressive choice of amenities that will make your cruise so memorable.   Avalon Deluxe Staterooms & Suites include: Comfort Collection by Avalon, featuring premium mattress covers, Egyptian super-combed cotton linens & European style duvets A choice of soft or firm pillows A choice of bed configuration (two twins or one queen) Nightly turn-down service Bedside tables with reading lamps Large floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows in most Deluxe Staterooms & Suites French balconies in most Deluxe Staterooms & Suites A fully equiped large private bathroom with full shower and L'Occitane bath products Large three-door wardrobe with shelved storage space Under-bed luggage storage Flat screen satellite TV with film channels Alarm clock Writing desk/dressing table with chair and table Direct-dial telephone Complimentary Wi-Fi access Bathrobes and slippers Hairdryer A minibar with complimentary bottled water Safe Individual climate control Continental breakfast and drinks service available    Panorama & Royal Suites include all the above, plus: Wall-to-wall panoramic window measuring 11-feet wide Wall-to-wall panoramic window opens to transform the living space into a large open-air balcony Open-air balcony with six-person seating area A choice of bed configuration - twins or one queen or one king (Royal Suite only) Deisgner bathroom with full shower, marble countertops, large mirror, night lighting Complimentary use of iPad mobile digital devices (Royal Suites only)      Full panoramic windows with wonderful views provide a scenic backdrop whilst you enjoy an excellent choice of delicious dishes at each meal. Choose to have breakfast when it suits you - early or late - or if continental breakfast in bed sounds appealing, breakfast room service is available. At lunchtime, you can eat outside at the open-air bistro or in the restaurant where a varied lunch buffet with tasty hot and cold options are on offer with complimentary soft drinks. Tea is served mid-afternoon with hot drinks and cakes in the lounge or on the top deck. At dinner, chef inspired regional and classic dishes are prepared using the freshest local ingredients that will tempt your taste buds. Savour the finest quality four-course dinner served with a choice of complimentary regional wines, beers or soft drinks. Avalon Dining Choices Captain's reception with sparkling wine and canapés Special Welcome dinner and five course Farewell dinner Daily Early-Riser or Late-Riser breakfasts Full buffet breakfast with made-to-order egg station Complimentary juices and sparkling wine with breakfast/soft drinks with lunch Open-air bistro on Sky Deck Full buffet lunch with pasta and carving stations Afternoon tea served with tea, coffee and cakes Four course dinners with seasonal cuisine using the freshest local ingredients Complimentary regional wines, beers or soft drinks and coffee or tea with dinners Room service available featuring continental breakfast and drinks Night fare buffet served at 10.30pm Social Hour and Drinks specials in the main lounge Bookable Special Touches Private cocktail parties in Panorama and Avalon Suites All-inclusive drink packages for purchase (alcohol or non-alcohol) Avalon celebration packages  Stateroom Type Cat. E Cat. D Cat. B Cat. A Cat. P Suite Spring / Autumn Sailings 22 Apr '12 2085 2085 2375 2435 2485 2785 26 Apr '12 2135 2135 2425 2485 2535 2835 6, 9, 17, 27, 31^ May '12 2275 2275 2565 2625 2675 2975 4 Oct '12 2199 2279 2579 2619 2669 3149 18, 21 Oct '12 2105 2105 2395 2455 2505 2805 1* Nov '12 1739 1739 2029 2089 2139 2439 Stateroom Type Cat. E Cat. D Cat. B Cat. A Cat. P Suite Summer Sailings 10 Jun '12 2289 2289 2579 2639 2689 2989 14 Jun; 1 Jul '12 2245 2245 2535 2595 2645 2945 5, 12^, 15, 18, 26, 29 Jul; 12 Aug '12 2235 2235 2525 2585 2635 2935 23^ Aug; 26 Sep '12 2275 2275 2565 2625 2675 2975 26 Aug '12 2339 2339 2629 2689 2739 3039 6, 13, 16, 20 Sep '12 2385 2385 2675 2735 2785 3085 30 Sep '12 2199 2199 2489 2549 2599 2899 *Wine themed cruise - includes special lectures and tastings at no additional cost. ^Dentoes sailing on Avalon Vista, which will require an additional supplement to the price shown. Please Note: Owing to lock closures and planned maintenance of technical equipment on the Main-Danube Canal, this itinerary may be modified slightly on some departures. On 22nd and 26th April departures, embarkation will be in Passau and the itinerary will be adjusted accordingly.  To book, check availability or if you have any questions concerning our River Cruises please call one of our specialist cruise consultants. Or if you can't find what you are looking for, we'd be more than happy to put something together for you...   
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