Eastern Europe Explorer - 15 Days
PAY-IN-FULL at time of booking on or before September 30, 2009 to SAVE NZ$3,200 per couple (NZ$1,600 per person) off cruise rates on suites or category 1 and 2 staterooms. SAVE NZ$1,600 per couple (NZ$800 per person) on category 3, 4, and 5 staterooms.
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BOOK and DEPOSIT on or before November 30, 2009 to SAVE NZ$800 per couple (NZ$400 per person) off cruise rates.
Trace the millennia-old timeline along the Danube to the Black Sea
Cruise through seven countries - Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania - and visit five capitals, seeing sights that you won't forget, immersing yourself in new cultures, meeting new friends, and discovering the surprising flavors of colorful folklore, musical traditions, and culinary delights.
This cruise showcases recent historic and political changes in Central and Eastern Europe. Vibrant capitals like Vienna, Budapest, Bucharest, Belgrade, and Bratislava show the cultural diversity of their proud citizens. History, nature, and hospitable people are all awaiting your discovery on this allencompassing Eastern Europe cruise.
Celtic fortifications, Medieval towns, Turkish baths, 19th-century Neoclassical architecture, Roman ruins, and modern resorts make this one of the most extraordinary, eye-opening voyages in the world. Not to mention the natural beauty of pastoral landscapes, the Danube's famed Iron Gates, Bulgaria's Black Sea shores, and quaint Medieval towns. All of this and more awaits on your exploration of Eastern Europe.
Who will enjoy this cruise: Those who wish to witness the dramatic changes in Eastern European countries. Nature lovers inspired by dramatic scenery, and fans of architecture and archeology will delight in the spectacular structures and ancient ruins.
Vienna to Bucharest
- Days 1–2 Vienna (embark)
- Day 3 Bratislava
- Day 4 Budapest
- Day 5 Budapest, cruising the Danube
- Day 6 Vukovar (Osijek)
- Day 7 Belgrade
- Day 8 Kostolac (Viminacium)
- Day 9 Cruising the scenic Iron Gates, Vidin
- Day 10 Vidin (Belogradchik)
- Day 11 Rousse
- Day 12 Rousse (Varna and a Black Sea cruise)
- Day 13 Giurgiu (disembark), transfer to Bucharest
- Day 14 Bucharest
- Day 15 Bucharest, transfer to the airport
Departure Dates:
April 6, 9, May 15, 28, 31, July 2, 22, August 19, September 29, October 6
Bucharest to Vienna
- Days 1–2 Bucharest
- Day 3 Bucharest, transfer to Giurgiu (embark)
- Day 4 Rousse (Varna and a Black Sea cruise)
- Day 5 Rousse
- Day 6 Vidin (Belogradchik)
- Day 7 Cruising the scenic Iron Gates, Kostolac
- Day 8 Kostolac (Viminacium), Belgrade
- Day 9 Belgrade
- Day 10 Vukovar (Osijek)
- Day 11 Cruising the Danube, Budapest
- Day 12 Budapest
- Day 13 Bratislava
- Day 14 Vienna
- Day 15 Vienna (disembark), transfer to the airport
Departure Dates:
April 16, 19, May 25, June 7, 10, July 12, August 1, 29, October 9, 16
| Departure Dates | Price Per Person Twin Share | Single Supplement Option† |
| 06 Apr | NZ$6,475 | NZ$3,699 |
| 09 Apr | NZ$6,475 | NZ$3,699 |
| 16 Apr* | NZ$6,699 | NZ$3,699 |
| 19 Apr* | NZ$6,799 | NZ$3,699 |
| 15 May | NZ$7,275 | NZ$3,699 |
| 25 May* | NZ$7,599 | NZ$3,699 |
| 28 May | NZ$7,599 | NZ$3,699 |
| 31 May | NZ$7,599 | NZ$3,699 |
| 07 Jun* | NZ$7,599 | NZ$3,699 |
| 10 Jun* | NZ$7,599 | NZ$3,699 |
| 02 Jul | NZ$7,450 | NZ$3,699 |
| 12 Jul* | NZ$7,450 | NZ$3,699 |
| 22 Jul | NZ$7,450 | NZ$3,699 |
| 01 Aug* | NZ$7,450 | NZ$3,699 |
| 19 Aug | NZ$7,450 | NZ$3,699 |
| 29 Aug* | NZ$7,750 | NZ$3,699 |
| 29 Sep | NZ$8,250 | NZ$3,699 |
| 06 Oct | NZ$8,250 | NZ$3,699 |
| 09 Oct* | NZ$7,925 | NZ$3,699 |
| 16 Oct* | NZ$7,599 | NZ$3,699 |
* On these dates cruise operates from Bucharest to Vienna. Port Charges additional - NZ$272. - Prices shown above include cruise in Cat. 5, Moselle Deck.
† Single supplement subject to limited availability. Upgrades as per pricing below, suite upgrade for singles price on application.
- Airfare is not included in these prices. All cruise information and pricing is correct at time of tours going live, however is subject to change, please confirm all details at time of booking. Please contact your local travel agent for the latest deals.
To upgrade to a higher category, add the following per-person Twin Share price:
| Category 4 | NZ$350 |
| Category 3 | NZ$999 |
| Category 2 | NZ$1,499 |
| Category 1 | NZ$1,975 |
| Suite | NZ$3,275 |
Package Includes:
- 12-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the stunning River Countess, the luxurious River Duchess, or the lovely River Princess
- 2 nights at the deluxe Radisson Blu Bucharest (or similar) with breakfast
- All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
- Complimentary fine wine, beer, and soft drinks during dinner; bottled water in your stateroom; and 24-hour specialty coffees and teas during your cruise
- 9 shore excursions, fully hosted by English-speaking local guides
- State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio headset system on all shore excursions
- Use of bicycles during your cruise
- Captivating onboard local entertainment
- Signature lecture: "What are the Balkans?"
- Captain’s Welcome & Farewell Dinners
- An experienced Cruise Manager and attentive, all English-speaking staff
- All transfers on arrival and departure days
