Viking River Cruise – “Danube Waltz!”
Sept 3 – 10, 2024 (Viking Anniversary Special)
(Pre or Post Add-Ons available in Munich, Salzburg, Prague, Budapest and More!)
Grand Cities and Quaint Villages along the Danube!
Round Trip Air is $999 pp at the moment (depending upon departure city)
Please Ask about Monthly Specials!
We are Going Back!
Some of you have asked for another group Viking River Cruise, and here it is! This time, we’ll be going on the beautiful and historic “Danube Waltz.” This is a Viking Anniversary Special! Your deposit is only $25 pp during the month of September. AND you’ll also receive $125 pp off with this group sailing! Past guests have even more discounts! Each month, Viking has a different special. Viking River Cruises are fabulous! Last December, I led a group on the amazing “Christmas on the Rhine.” I also lead a group on “The Rhine Getaway” and another on the “Romantic Danube.” I book couples and small groups on Viking as well. On this cruise, The Danube Waltz, prices begin at $3299 pp for Category F staterooms. (With the discount, that is $3174 pp. Staterooms sell out quickly, so please deposit quickly!) Roundtrip Airfare starts at $999 pp, depending on your departure city! Trip Insurance available, as well. Please read on….
What’s Included?
Begin in Passau, Germany, and continue with included tours in Linz, Krems, and Vienna, Austria, and Bratislava, Slovakia. End your river cruise in Budapest, Hungary. This is an 8 Day journey which celebrates the grand cities and quaint villages along the amazing Danube River. Delight in scenic sailings, explore amazing history, and savor a large variety of delicious meals and drinks prepared to your taste. Here is what your adventure includes:
- 8 Day Cruise with river-view stateroom
- Scenic Cruising along the Danube Bend, Wachau Valley, the Main Danube Canal
- All Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches & t Dinners, featuring regional specialties and including Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner
- 7 Included Guided Tours with audio headset (fabulous!)
- Culture Curriculum: Learn how to make regional recipes; enjoy musical entertainment highlighting Austrian and Hungarian Classics; attend presentations on the European Union, Viennese coffee houses, and Mozart!
- Wine/beer/soft drinks included with lunch & dinner on board. Or Upgrade to a Silver Spirit All-Inclusive Drink Package!
- All Port Charges
- Free Wi-Fi, connection speed may vary
- No corkage fee for local wines or beers purchased. Enjoy!
- Dress is Casual and Relaxed
- Airfare includes all government air taxes/fees of approximately $160 as well as all air fuel surcharges
- Group Leader: Heather Bloom, Travel Specialist, to coordinate and answer all your questions
Videos:
“Danube Waltz”
What to expect on your Viking River Cruise
Itinerary and Dates:
Dates: Sept 3 – 10, 2024 (River Cruise) with Air Departure on Sept 2, 2022. Air Return Sept 10, 2024. (Please Note: Add-on trips before and after the river cruise are available. Please ask for details.)
Main Itinerary is as follows:
- Day 1, Embark Passau, Germany
- Day 2, Passau, Germany
- Day 3, Linz, Austria
- Day 4, Krems, Austria
- Day 5, Vienna, Austria
- Day 6, Bratislava, Slovakia
- Day 7, Budapest, Hungary
- Day 8, Budapest, Hungary
Your Viking River Cruise Details:
Viking Air Plus:
The Air Special for the month of August is $999 pp roundtrip from many gateways! There is an add-on fee of $100 pp so Heather can work directly with the Viking Air Department to get the best air schedules and so you can fly with friends/family. (Please ask to confirm your gateway pricing.) With river cruises the cost for the air may change from month to month. This is another reason to deposit early. On this cruise airfare includes all government air taxes/fees and fuel surcharges. Our group will be coordinated to fly together, if departing on the same date/departure city. When using Viking Air, round trip airport transfers are included at your arrival and departure dates. Air Miles may be used and booked on your own.
Please Note: If arriving earlier and/or staying later than the cruise arrival and departure dates, your roundtrip transfers ARE included when using Viking add-on tours. If self-touring, transfers are not included, but the address to your ship’s dock will be available. Air Miles may be used and booked on your own.
Deposits:
A $25 pp non-refundable deposit is needed to secure your stateroom. Your final payment date is based on the special of that month. For further information on cancellations, please see Terms and Conditions.
Trip Insurance:
Trip Insurance is highly recommended. Viking uses Trip Mate Travel Insurance. This insurance includes trip cancellation, mostly due to illness, but other issues may qualify. It also includes Cancellation Fee for Deposits, Trip Interruption, Missed Connections, Travel Delay, Accidental Death or dismemberment, Medical Expenses/Emergency Evac, Baggage and Personal Effects, and Baggage Delay, all up to a certain amount. There is pre-existing conditions coverage, when insurance payment is received within 7 days of trip deposit. Please ask for cost details and brochure.
Feel Free to invite to friends!
Please Note: This is a VERY popular getaway! Rooms are available, but may sell out. Please deposit NOW for best room availability, air rates, and lower deposit rates! Welcome Aboard!