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Call us on 138 747 (AU), 0800 447 913 (NZ) or contact your local Viking travel agent D A N U B E WA LT Z S E T S A I L F R O M $ 3 , 9 9 5 p p D A Y 1 B U D A P E S T , H U N G A R Y Arrive in Budapest, capital of Hungary. Board your ship, then enjoy some free time to relax or explore. D A Y 2 B U D A P E S T , H U N G A R Y Explore Pest, starting with the National Opera House and Heroes' Square. In Buda, walk along Castle Hill to Fishermen's Bastion and Matthias Church. Eat lunch on board your ship, then enjoy some free time to explore on your own or join one of our fantastic optional excursions. D A Y 3 B R A T I S L A V A , S L O V A K I A Arrive in Bratislava this morning and embark on a walking tour. See attractions including the medieval Town Hall complex and fortifications at Michael's Tower, the baroque Jesuit Church and Gothic St. Martin's Cathedral, and pass by several Hapsburg-era baroque palaces. D A Y 4 V I E N N A , A U S T R I A Tour the Austrian capital of Vienna. Ride along the Ringstrasse and see some of the city's baroque architecture including the world-famous Opera House, St. Stephen's Cathedral and Hofburg Palace. Enjoy lunch onboard, followed by free time to further explore. Alternatively, join one of our optional excursions. D A Y 5 K R E M S , A U S T R I A An exclusive visit to the splendid Benedictine Abbey of Göttweig, a working monastery for more than 900 years. You may also embark on an invigorating bicycle ride through the Wachau Valley before returning to your ship. This afternoon, enjoy scenic sailing as we cruise toward Linz. D A Y 6 L I N Z , A U S T R I A An all-day excursion to the beautiful Bohemian town of Český Krumlov, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Ride through the scenic Czech countryside and take a walking tour featuring the lovely historic centre of the city with its many baroque and Renaissance buildings. Enjoy some free time to explore the charming streets, filled with cafés, shops, galleries and pubs. D A Y 7 P A S S A U , G E R M A N Y Arrive this morning in Passau and enjoy a guided walk along the town's narrow streets, through Old Town and past traditional patrician houses. Admire the New Bishop's Residence and visit the impressive baroque St. Stephen's Cathedral — inside, you will be treated to a special concert played on the 17,000-pipe organ. D A Y 8 P A S S A U , G E R M A N Y After breakfast, disembark and proceed to Munich's airport for your return flight. Alternatively, extend your journey with three additional nights in the breathtaking Czech capital of Prague. S TA I RW E L L O F M E L K A B B E Y E N J O Y, I T ' S A L L I NC L U DE D Your cruise fare covers all this: • 8-day cruise with river view stateroom • Guided excursion in each port of call • All onboard meals • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner onboard • Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites • Culture Curriculum: Enjoy musical entertainment highlighting Austrian and Hungarian classics; attend lectures on the European Union, Viennese coffeehouses and Mozart and learn how to make your own apple strudel • All port charges • All onboard gratuities and tipping • Complimentary airport transfers with Viking Air • In Explorer Suite category, enjoy complimentary Silver Spirits Beverage Package plus private airport transfers • Free Wi-Fi • No credit card surcharges 57