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Scenic River Cruise OCTOBER 22 - NOVEMBER 2, 2020

with host MIKE DOYLE, WTAJ Meteorologist ©Lueftner Cruise DAY 6: DAY 9: & We continue to where the WELTENBURG ABBEY grand sights of Vienna await us Arrive at Regensburg and take an as we tour the historic centre. excursion by boat to the Benedictine Gaze over the famous Gothic St. Abbey of Weltenburg. The monastery, Stephen’s , the quirky founded about 620 AD, is the oldest Expressionist house known as monastery in Bavaria. We tour abbey Hundertwasserhaus, and the former church and taste the famous dark imperial Palace. After lunch, beer of Weltenburg, the oldest monas- become enchanted with Schönbrunn tery brewery in the world. We’ll return Palace. Boasting 1,441 opulent to Regensburg for a walking tour of MIKE DOYLE rooms and charming gardens, this charming city. This evening we Mike Doyle is WTAJ’s Noon and this palace is known as one of enjoy the Captain’s Gala Dinner. B,L,D STUDIO 814 Meteorologist. Mike the most important cultural monu- joined WTAJ in 2018 to return closer ments in Austria. Tonight we are DAY 10: CESKY KRUMLOV to home. He grew up in Horsham, PA guests at the Kursalon, one of This morning we’ll disembark in just north of Philadelphia. He received Vienna’s most enchanting buildings. and board our motorcoach. his Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology Listen as the Alt Wien orchestra Discover one of the most beautiful cit- from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical plays waltzes and famous concert ies of the Czech Republic. The medi- University in Daytona Beach, FL. melodies. B,L,D eval of Cesky Krumlov dates Mike got his first real experience back to 1240 and is now recognized with tornadoes and hurricanes in Scenic Danube River Cruise DAY 7: MELK as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Montgomery, Alabama where he spent Including , Vienna & Prague Melk is located in the heart of the Enjoy a guided walking tour through his first year and a half as a meteorol- picturesque Wachau Valley and the historic inner city including views is internationally famous for its of Krumlov Castle. We arrive in ogist. His career then took him to Additional dates may be available Medford, Oregon where he spent the OCTOBER 22 - NOVEMBER 2, 2020 delicious wine and fruit. We tour Prague and check-in to our hotel this next three years witnessing the beauty the style Benedictine evening. Known for its Bohemian of the west coast, but also the tragic Explore the history and culture of the beautiful Blue Danube from Abbey of Melk. Visit the modern charm and fairytale architecture, this destruction of wildfires. Mike says our privately chartered, luxurious Amadeus Cruises Amadeus Silver ll. as we glide along the Danube’s Abbey Museum and tour the city offers amazing culture. B,D there is nothing like seeing ash fall like famous waters. Enjoy the splendor of Prelature Hall, the Marble Hall, FLY TO most beautiful . We view the snow and having it stick to your car. DAY 1: the vessel as you sip your morning and the world-famous Abbey library, DAY 11: PRAGUE Our trip begins with an overnight Parliament building, Millennium The sun would be blocked out for coffee and take in the sublime land- known for its extensive historical Learn why Prague is one of the best- flight to Hungary. Monument in Hero’s Square, and the scapes from the River Terrace. We manuscript collection. B,L,D preserved medieval cities with a walking days at a time because of how thick neo- Opera House. the smoke was from nearby wildfires. go ashore this afternoon and discover tour. Observe Saint Vitus Cathedral, DAY 2: BUDAPEST Highlights include the towering the artist village of Szentendre, see DAY 8: & PASSAU the architecture of the Royal Palace, of St. Stephen’s , the Royal Family is a big part of Mike’s life, and We arrive in Budapest and check-in the imposing ruins of Visegråd, and The afternoon takes us into historical churches, and panoramic Castle Hill district, and the seven that drove him to WTAJ, just a car ride to our stunning hotel, ideally located visit , home to one of the Germany and the city of Passau. views. The afternoon is yours to explore stone towers of the Fisherman’s away from family and friends. Mike within walking distance of historical largest in . B,L,D We walk the City of Three Rivers this delightful city. This evening, rem- Bastion which symbolize the leaders loves all Philly sports, hunting, fishing, landmarks. Our accommodations and take in the Baroque masterpiece inisce about your incredible adventures of conquering tribes. This afternoon hiking, cooking, and of course his dog are perfect for both exploration and DAY 5: BR ATISLAVA St. Stephen’s Cathedral, featuring with your new friends at a special we board the luxurious Amadeus Mozzie. Come join Mike and other relaxation. Tonight we join together We arrive in Bratislava for a delightful the largest cathedral organ in the Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner. B,D Silver ll. WTAJ viewers at a WTAJ Welcome Dinner. D B,D city tour. , standing world. Learn about Linz, Austria, on this wonderful on the Little Carpathian mountain once acknowledged as a European DAY 12: RETURN HOME ALL ABOARD! DAY 4: SZENTENDRE vacation! DAY 3: range provides panoramic views Capital of Culture. See St. Mary’s We board our flight home, filled with After breakfast, we depart for a tour of & ESZTERGOM of three countries simultaneously; Cathedral and make time to try a amazing memories of our incredible Budapest, known as one of Europe’s Awake to sweeping views of the river , Austria and Hungary. B,L,D Linzer torte. B,L,D European adventure! B

St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Budapest Linzer Torte Vienna Concert Passau Weltenburg Brewery Tour Highlights Magnificent Beauty, Fascinating Landmarks & Rich History Wachau Valley Once an important transport route in the , this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers beautiful , monasteries and with vineyards and forests covering the river’s slopes, rolling hills, and bluffs. Our cruise ship docks in Emmersdorf, where we go on an included shore excursion to Melk Abbey, a magnificent display of Baroque architecture and artistry.

Budapest Illumination Cruise After a delicious dinner onboard, cruise through the city center at night, where lights illuminate famous buildings and bridges. On the side, the Royal Palace, Mattias Church, and Fisherman’s Bastion glow against the dark sky. On the Pest side, the Hungarian Parlia- mentary Building shines as though it is made of gold. The two sides are joined by Chain Bridge, which also glows under the night sky.

Prague Spend a full day in the capital of the Czech Republic, also known as the City of a Hundred Spires. Experience a city tour with a knowledgeable guide. Highlights include the Saint Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace, and Golden Lane – a famous 15th century road near . The remain- der of the day is free to explore at your own pace.

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Exclusive Cruise Ship Benefits • 7 nights aboard the Amadeus Silver ll • All meals included aboard ship All Accommodations Featuring Price Per Person • Included daily shore excursions • 1 night in Budapest ALL AIRFARE INCLUDED! (minimum value of $400 per person) • 2 nights in Prague Mozart Suite • Ports of Call: Double...... $8299 per person Budapest, Hungary Onboard Amenities Single...... 11099 per person Szentendre/Esztergom, Hungary • Panorama Bar & Lounge Mozart Stateroom Bratislava, Slovakia • River Terrace Double...... $7399 per person • Sun Deck & Lido-Bar Vienna, Austria Single...... 9499 per person Melk/Emmersdorf, Austria • Giant Chess & Shuffleboard Linz, Austria • Fitness room Strauss Stateroom - Forward Passau, Germany • Hair salon & massage room Double...... $6899 per person Regensburg, Germany • Gift shop Single...... 8699 per person • Elevator Strauss Stateroom - Aft Attractions & Highlights • Laundry service Double...... $6799 per person • City tours of Prague, Cesky Krumlov, • Complimentary bicycles Single...... 8499 per person Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest • Complimentary audio guides on Haydn Stateroom • St. Stephen’s Basilica, Budapest excursions Double...... $5999 per person • Fisherman’s Bastion, Budapest • Complimentary wi-fi Single...... 7399 per person • Cruise director • Budapest Illumination Cruise A valid U.S. passport is required for all U.S. • Visits to Esztergom & Szentendre • Nightly music citizens. Passport cards and enhanced • Entertainment lectures & cooking driver’s licenses are NOT acceptable. • Bratislava Castle demonstrations • St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Vienna Deposit: $200 per person • Welcome Reception & Voyage • Schönbrunn Palace Guaranteed Price: Your price is Dinner guaranteed upon receipt of your deposit. • The Sound of Vienna concert at • Captain’s Gala Dinner Final Payment: July 19, 2020 Kursalon Vienna • Tea & coffee provided after lunch Full refund 96 days prior to departure • Melk Abbey & dinner ACTIVITY LEVEL 4 OUT OF 5 • Weltenburg Abbey • Beer & wine included with dinners Refer to General Information for details

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River Terrace

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Reception Amadeus Club Strauss Deck Sun Deck Restaurant River Terrace Fitness Bridge Panorama Bar Hair Salon Mozart Deck Haydn Deck Room/ Massage Shop Bar

Mozart Suite • 259 sq. ft. • Outside Balcony Sun Deck Lido-Bar Chess Shuffleboard Board

Mozart Stateroom Mozart Suite Shop Hair Salon Mozart/Strauss Elevator Amadeus Bar Panorama River Stateroom Café Bar Terrace Club Vienna • 188 sq. ft. • Drop-down panoramic windows Strauss Stateroom-Aft Strauss Stateroom-Forward

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