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For complete itinerary details and videos, visit vikingrivercruises.com.au G Ö T T W E I G A B B E Y, A U S T R I A G R A N D M A R K E T H A L L , B U D A P E S T, H U N G A RY O P T I O N A L S H O R E E X C U R S I O N S O N Y O U R J O U R N E Y AUSTRIAN COUNTRYSIDE Enjoy a picturesque culinary excursion… In Gutau, a local bread maker will demonstrate his skills. Sample schnapps and learn about how it's made at St. Oswald's Mittendorfer Schnapsmuseum. Then eat farm-fresh cured meats, bacon, cheese and bread at Seyrhof. BRATISL AVA HOME-HOSTED VISIT Travel through the city's outskirts as your guide describes the everyday life of a Slovakian family — a blend of farming, crafts, cutting-edge technology and time-honoured traditions. You will then be welcomed into the residence of a typical local family for coffee, tea and cake. GRAND MARKET: TASTE OF HUNGARY & PANCAKE KITCHEN Enjoy a guided tour of Budapest's beautiful Grand Market Hall. Sample some delicious local produce and wine, then learn how to prepare Hungarian palacsinta — crepe-like pancakes served with a sweet or savory filling. FAIRY-TALE NEUSCHWANSTEIN CASTLE BY PL ANE Fly over the famous castle that inspired Walt Disney. Stroll through the beautiful inner garden and majestic interior of the castle before a carriage ride through the beautiful Hohenschwangau valley and a local lunch. GÖT T WEIG ABBEY Visit Göttweig Abbey where Benedictine monks work and worship. Taste the local apricot wine, view a short film about monastic life, explore the abbey's museum and climb the three-story Imperial Staircase, crowned by one of the most spectacular ceiling frescoes in the world. BAVARIAN FARM & COUNTRYSIDE Visit the rural reaches of Bavaria where some of the region's most beloved products are produced — from prized hams to award- winning cheeses. Enjoy a tour of a local farm, learn about the farmer's lifestyle and sample some of the freshly made products. 58