Pam de Jong
Let's Go That Way
Danube Dreams with Prague, May 10-19, 2022
May 9, 2022 to May 19, 2022
Budapest
What's included in this trip:
- Cruise fare
- Taxes and port charges
- Onboard meals
- Beer, wine & soft drinks at lunch & dinner
- WiFi
- At least one included excursion in every port
What's not included:
- Airfare
- Transfers to/from the cruise port
- Pre-cruise hotel
- Optional shore excursions
- Gratuities**
- Travel insurance*** (options will be provided after securing the reservation)
- Day 1: Arrive in Prague. Enjoy free time to explore the Golden City of Prague and its surrounding countryside at your leisure.
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Day 2: Classic excursion: Take a Guided City Walk to visit Hradčany Castle Grounds; see St. Vitus Cathedral and Old Town’s Astronomical Clock.
- Day 3: Transfer to Regensburg for a Classic excursion: Join a Guided City Walk in Regensburg and see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria—built in 179 AD as the entrance to Castra Regina fortress.
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- Take free time to enjoy a hearty lunch and a local beer, then step back in time through historic lanes and squares of today’s modern and vibrant Regensburg.
- Continue on to Deggendorf to board your Avalon Suite Ship® for a welcome reception.
- Tonight: cruise to Passau
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Day 4: This morning, choose between 2 excursions in Passau:
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- Active: Follow your Avalon Adventure Host for Hiking from Oberhaus along a trail down to the valley and along Ilz River
- Classic: Join a Guided City Walk to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers.
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- Before sailing to Linz, take a little free time to explore Passau’s cobblestone streets and galleries of Artists’ Alley. Maybe stop at St. Stephen’s Cathedral to catch a concert rehearsal.
- This afternoon, cruise to Linz through the Danube’s dramatic horseshoe bend called Schlögen Oxbow. Later, enjoy live entertainment onboard.
- Day 5: Classic excursion: Take a Guided Walk through the city’s historic and beautiful sites along the shore of the Danube and see Hauptplatz—Austria’s largest medieval square—and the towering white-marble Trinity Column.
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- Alternately, you may opt for a full-day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg*—the city of Mozart, or to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov.
- You may otherwise spend the afternoon on a biking picnic along the banks of the Danube or hike through Linz’s beautiful nature trails to Pöstlingberg for a bird’s-eye view of the city and river below.
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- Tonight we sail to Ybbs
- Tonight we sail to Ybbs
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Day 6: This morning, choose between 2 Classic excursions:
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- Visit the Lower Austrian little town of Ybbs. Admire the fine architecture of the Babenberger and its romantic old town
- Take a Guided Tour of Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to marvel at its frescoed ceilings, statues, incredible library, and ornate pipe organ.
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Later, stretch out on the Sky Deck as you sail through the Wachau Valley past vineyards, castles, and charming villages on your way to Dürnstein. Here, you'll have 2 excursion choices:
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Active: Join a Guided Hike up to the castle ruins to take in the spectacular view of the village, Danube, and the Wachau Valley below
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Classic: Join a Guided Walk, and hear the legendary tale of King Richard the Lionheart—who was imprisoned in the castle during the Crusades.
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- Tonight, we sail to Vienna
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Day 7: In the timeless city of Vienna, you'll have 2 included excursion options:
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- Active: Explore Vienna's Danube Island by bike with your Adventure Host
- Classic: Explore the Habsburg empire with a morning Guided City Tour of Vienna’s gilded landmarks. See the Imperial Palace complex—Winter residence of the Imperial Family, the grand Vienna Opera House and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral.
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- You may decide to take a Guided Optional Excursion to Schönbrunn Palace*—the former imperial summer home of the Habsburg monarchy.
- Spend free time strolling in the pedestrian Kärntnerstrasse—the most famous shopping avenue in central Vienna. Take a bike ride through the city and stop in a local café to enjoy Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel.
- This evening, enjoy an unforgettable musical performance with an Optional Excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert* in an elegant hall.
- We'll dock overnight in Vienna so no worry about getting back to the ship on time!
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Day 8: In the charming village of Hainburg, enjoy some free time in the village, or take a Guided Optional Excursion* to discover the natural beauties of this area.
- During lunchtime enjoy a short cruise to Bratislava
- In Bratislava, choose from 2 included excursions:
- Active: Follow your Avalon Adventure Host on a hike to lofty Bratislava Castle
- Classic: Take a Guided City Walk, including the quaint streets of Old Town, Town Hall, and the sight of royal coronations at St. Martin’s Cathedral.
- Tonight, we'll cruise to Budapest.
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Day 9: Welcome to Budapest. There are 2 included options for your excursion today:
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- Active: Hike up to a magnificent viewpoint in Budapest with your Adventure Host
- Classic: Enjoy a Guided City Sightseeing, including the iconic Heroes’ Square.
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This afternoon, choose among a wide offer of Optional Guided Excursions* or take in the beauty of Budapest while enjoying some free time exploring such famous sights as the Chain Bridge. Get to know the city’s cafés and pubs, or take a hike through the hills above the Danube.
- Tonight, we'll dock overnight in Budapest, so explore the city's nightlife to your heart's content.
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- Day 10: After breakfast, you'll disembark to return home, or continue your adventures in Budapest on your own.
When you accept insurance on the following reservation form, nothing is being charged yet -- but you're indicting your interest in reviewing the choices.
| Schedule |
Cancellation Penalty Amount |
Date |
| Prior to Final Payment Due Date | No Charge (except for Non-Refundable Deposit amounts) | |
| 90 to 60 Days Prior to Sailing | 35 % per Guest | 09 FEB 2022 |
| 59 to 30 Days Prior to Sailing | 50 % per Guest | 12 MAR 2022 |
| 1 to 29 Days Prior to Sailing | 80 % per Guest | 11 APR 2022 |
| <1 Day Prior to Sailing | 100 % per Guest | 08 MAY 2022 |
Any changes to a reservation after the deposit is made will incur a $30 per person change fee from Avalon, and a $25 per person change fee from Let's Go That Way.
Available Packages
E - Deluxe Stateroom (fixed window)
Unavailable as of
October 31, 2021
$3,644.00
Deposit: $250.00 per person
Two twin beds that convert to a queen, writing desk, full bathroom. Stateroom: 172 sq. ft.
Price listed is based on double occupancy. Contact us for price options for solo travelers.
Other prices may be available -- we will quote you all possible options for your chosen category, prior to taking a deposit for the cruise.
Deposit is due 3 days after initial booking.
Final payment will be due by February 5, 2022
D - Deluxe Stateroom (fixed window)
Unavailable as of
October 31, 2021
$3,843.00
Deposit: $250.00 per person
Two twin beds that convert to a queen, writing desk, full bathroom. Stateroom: 172 sq. ft.
Price listed is based on double occupancy. Contact us for price options for solo travelers.
Other prices may be available -- we will quote you all possible options for your chosen category, prior to taking a deposit for the cruise.
Deposit is due 3 days after initial booking.
Final payment will be due by February 5, 2022
B - Panorama Suite w/ Open-Air balcony
Unavailable as of
October 31, 2021
$4,943.00
Deposit: $250.00 per person
Two twin beds that convert to a queen, angled toward the floor-to-ceiling window that converts into your Open-Air balcony, writing desk, full-size bathroom. Stateroom: 200 sq. ft.
Price listed is based on double occupancy. Contact us for price options for solo travelers.
Other prices may be available -- we will quote you all possible options for your chosen category, prior to taking a deposit for the cruise.
Deposit is due 3 days after initial booking.
Final payment will be due by February 5, 2022
A - Panorama Suite w/ Open-Air balcony
Unavailable as of
October 31, 2021
$4,993.00
Deposit: $250.00 per person
Two twin beds that convert to a queen, angled toward the floor-to-ceiling window that converts into your Open-Air balcony, writing desk, full-size bathroom. Stateroom: 200 sq. ft.
Price listed is based on double occupancy. Contact us for price options for solo travelers.
Other prices may be available -- we will quote you all possible options for your chosen category, prior to taking a deposit for the cruise.
Deposit is due 3 days after initial booking.
Final payment will be due by February 5, 2022
P - Panorama Suite w/ Open-Air balcony
Unavailable as of
October 31, 2021
$5,093.00
Deposit: $250.00 per person
Two twin beds that convert to a queen, angled toward the floor-to-ceiling window that converts into your Open-Air balcony, writing desk, full-size bathroom. Stateroom: 200 sq. ft.
Price listed is based on double occupancy. Contact us for price options for solo travelers.
Other prices may be available -- we will quote you all possible options for your chosen category, prior to taking a deposit for the cruise.
Deposit is due 3 days after initial booking.
Final payment will be due by February 5, 2022
Extra Options
Mandatory: agency planning fee
Unavailable as of
March 30, 2022
$200.00
Deposit: $200.00
At Let’s Go That Way, we want to be sure that your trip is as perfect for you and your personality, needs, and desires, as it can be. That means we’re busily researching, planning details, and creating quotes that offer you the right choices. In addition, we offer advice and guidance leading up to your trip, and keep a watchful eye on details while you’re enjoying your travel. Our professional fee allows us to leverage our years of experience and devote the time needed to do exactly that.
The Diamond plan ($200 per household) allows us to research and create your proposal, collaborate with you on revisions to fine-tune your itinerary, book and manage all components, provide documents (printed and/or digital), offer advice, insight, support and advocacy while traveling.
This fee is non-refundable. You will receive a separate invoice for this item.