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79 Call us on 138 747 (AU), 0800 447 913 (NZ) or contact your local Viking travel agent D A Y 1 B U D A P E S T , H U N G A R Y Arrive in Budapest, the vibrant capital of Hungary. Board your vessel, then enjoy 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 Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church. Enjoy lunch on board, then take some time to explore on your own or join an optional excursion. 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 and embark on a walking tour of Slovakia's charming capital. 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. D A Y 5 K R E M S , A U S T R I A Enjoy an exclusive visit to the splendid Benedictine Abbey of Göttweig, a working monastery for more than 900 years. Alternatively, follow the flat bicycle trails along the scenic Danube to Dürnstein on an electric bike. In the afternoon, enjoy scenic sailing toward Linz. D A Y 6 L I N Z , A U S T R I A Experience all the charms of this capital during a walking tour. Alternatively, take an optional all-day excursion to the beautiful Bohemian town of Český Krumlov, a UNESCO World Heritage site. D A Y 7 P A S S A U , G E R M A N Y 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 the impressive baroque St. Stephen's Cathedral. D A Y 8 P A S S A U , G E R M A N Y After breakfast, disembark and proceed to the airport for your return flight. Alternatively, extend your journey with three additional nights in the breathtaking Czech capital of Prague. A LWA Y S I N C L U DE D… Your river fare covers all of this: • 8-day voyage with river view stateroom • One complimentary shore excursion in each port of call • Visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites • All onboard meals featuring regional specialties and always available classics • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board • 24-hour specialty coffees and teas • Enrichment lectures and destination performances • All port taxes and fees • All onboard gratuities and tipping • Complimentary airport transfers with Viking Air purchase • Free Wi-Fi • No credit card surcharges D A N U B E WA LT Z 8 D A Y S B U D A P E S T – P A S S A U o r v i ce v e r s a FI A K E R , V I E N N A , AU S T R I A