The Romance of the Blue Danube

Monday, September 28 — Monday, October 12     

The Romance of the Blue Danube

September  28, 2009 - October  13, 2009

Europe

Described by Napoleon as the “king of Europe’s rivers,” the Danube is steeped in beauty, legend and lore. From Passau, Germany, embark for Melk, Austria. Cruise through the charming Wachau Valley, lined with vineyards and castle ruins, to medieval Dürnstein. Visit cultural Vienna, where the Ringstrasse and Hofburg Palace await. After touring Bratislava, Slovak Republic, sail to Budapest, Hungary. Marvel at its Gothic Parliament Building and Opera House before seeing Kalocsa and Mohács, then enjoy Belgrade, Serbia. Cross the Carpathian Mountains through the Iron Gate Gorge to Roman ruins in Drobeta-Turnu Severin, Romania. Experience historic Vidin, Bulgaria, and the harbor town of Rousse. Finally, admire the stunning architecture and romantic squares of Bucharest.