NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT FOR SOLO TRAVELLERS GRAND DANUBE PASSAGE. Presented By

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1 NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT FOR SOLO TRAVELLERS GRAND DANUBE PASSAGE Presented By AUGUST 20-SEPTEMBER 4, 2016

2 ms amadeus silver Program HigHligHts The state-of-the-art MS Amadeus Silver offers the utmost in service, safety and comfort. Step into the elegant reception area and immerse yourself in the amience of a high-end hotel. Relax on the sun deck, indulge in a soothing massage, rowse in the outique or connect with friends at the Internet station. If you wish to e more active, practice your golf game on the putting green or exercise in the fitness room. Savour international cuisine at the restaurant s reakfast and lunch uffets, and enjoy regional specialties at dinner. At the end of each day, return to the comforts of your cain, appointed in right, modern décor and featuring a river view, a satellite TV and a private athroom with shower. Complimentary Wi-Fi is availale, ut access may e limited ased on the ship's location. > Solo traveller friendly; single supplement waived. > Explore the timeless cities of, Bulgaria, and, Czech Repulic. > Cruise for nine nights aoard the exclusively chartered MS Amadeus Silver. > Discover the history and culture of eight countries. > An included excursion in each port of call, plus Personalize Your Cruise with a choice of included excursions in select ports. > Experience Eastern European culture, and see Old World capitals, storyook villages and eautiful Danue River landscapes. N o other river evokes such mystery as the Danue, which twists and turns through ancient towns, mediaeval villages, past gorgeous churches and ruins from another time. Flowing through much of Eastern Europe, the Danue is steeped in thousands of years of history. Known since mediaeval times as a major thoroughfare for trade and commerce, it also was a frontier of the Roman and Byzantine empires, and in ancient and modern times, it has een an inspiration to artists, writers and composers. > Gain insight into local history and culture during exclusive lectures. unesco Four UNESCO World Heritage sites are featured in this program:, Hungary, including the anks of the Danue, the Buda Castle Quarter and Andrássy Avenue; the Historic Centre of ; the Wachau Cultural Landscape; and the Historic Centre of, Czech Repulic. Personalize Your Cruise New for 2016, enjoy a customizale journey with a choice of included excursions in select ports of call. At no extra cost to you, we have enhanced the itineraries for our European river cruises to offer a personalized experience. Enjoy a ike ride along a vital waterway, explore the culinary and winemaking traditions of different regions, take a closer look at historical and cultural places and events, or tour the cities you have always dreamed of visiting. These excursions are detailed in the itinerary. Vienna day one Depart your gateway city for, Bulgaria.A AProvided for AHI air passengers. day two, Bulgaria Upon arrival, transfera to the Sheraton Hotel Balkan. afternoon at leisure in. day three d Educational Focus: A Prologue to the Bulgarian Revival. Learn aout the conditions and events that led to the Bulgarian Revival of the 19th century, when Ottoman forces were defeated and expelled. Excursion:. Bulgaria s capital is a fascinating wonder. Today, discover its many landmarks. See the ancient ruins of Serdica. Admire St. George Rotunda, Alexander Battenerg Square, home to the former Royal Palace, and the Cathedral of St. Alexander of Neva. Independent Exploration: The remainder of the day is free to continue exploring on your own. Later, gather with your fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and Dinner, and enjoy a live folk show. day four After reakfast, transfer to to emark the ship. Local Flavour: Savour regional specialties during lunch at a restaurant. Excursion: The Ancient City of. During a panoramic tour of one of Bulgaria s oldest towns, see the Mosque, Lirary of Osman Pazvantouglu and other highlights. Visit the 17th-century St. Panthaleimon Church and the ninth-century Baa Vida fortress. Tonight, gather with your fellow travellers for a Welcome Aoard Reception. day five Droeta-Turnu Severin, Romania Orsova Iron Gate Gorge Excursion: Droeta-Turnu Severin & Orsova. The three hamlets Droeta, Turnu and Severin that compose this village date from Roman times. Tour the city centre. Visit the World War I memorial, then drive through the scenic Iron Gate region to Orsova for a live organ concert at The Catholic Cathedral. Later, sail past the dramatic cliffs of the Carpathian Mountains. Enter the Iron Gate Gorge, one of Europe s most magnificent natural wonders. day six Belgrade, Seria Educational Focus: Modern Seria. Get an in-depth look at life in Seria. Excursion: Highlights of Belgrade. This fourth-century capital now is a hu of architecture and culture. Marvel at the ornate Orthodox cathedral and step into St. Sava, a shining feature of Belgrade s cityscape. rest of the afternoon at leisure. A shuttle will e availale. Cultural Event: Tonight, enjoy a local folk show on the ship. day seven Excursion: Pécs. Enjoy a walking tour of this city, known for its Roman ruins and Ottoman mosques, which have een turned into churches. Also, discover the flavours of the region during a wine tasting. day eight three included excursions in this port. Excursion: Highlights of. This capital was once two cities Buda and Pest on opposite sides of the Danue. Visit Heroes Square, the Opera House and the Gothic-style Parliament Building. Enjoy stunning views from Fisherman s Bastion. Excursion: Living Local. Take a guided tour of s 19th-century Great Market Hall. Continue to a local coffee house to learn how pastry chefs craft the tastiest strudels. Enjoy a piece of strudel and a sampling of palinka, or Eastern European schnapps. Excursion: Jewish Interest Tour. Explore s Jewish Quarter, including a visit to the 19th-century Great Synagogue, the largest in Europe. Continue to the Glass House, and Shoes on the Danue, a moving triute to the Jews who fell into the Danue after eing shot y Nazis in the 1940s. End your tour at the Holocaust Memorial Centre. day nine, slovakia Educational Focus: The Velvet Revolution. This pivotal event led to the end of communism in Czechoslovakia and preceded the country s split into two countries. Excursion: City Walking Tour. Marvel at St. Martin s Cathedral, once the site of Hungarian coronations. See the Slovak National Theatre and St. Michael s Gate, the only remaining gate of the city s mediaeval fortifications. Continue to Primate s Palace, then visit a café for a lesson in pastry making. Excursion: Classical Music. Once the stage for Mozart, Beethoven, Hummel and more, has a storied musical history. Explore Old Town, focusing on the venues associated with these renowned composers, then tour the Historic Opera Building. Excursion: The Old Capital. Discover Pressurg, as once was called. See the imposing Castle. Once the royal residence, the castle now serves as the venue for the Slovak Parliament and houses collections of the Slovak National Museum. Afterward, tour Old Town. day ten Educational Focus: Timeless Vienna. Discover the history of Vienna. Excursion: Imperial Vienna. Explore the Imperial Apartments of Hofurg Palace, then drive along the Ringstrasse, one of the most magnificent oulevards in the world. See the University, the Houses of Parliament and the Opera House. Excursion: Art and Wine. Overlooking the Danue, the 12th-century Klosterneuurg Monastery, home to the Verdun Altar, oasts a winding cellar. Explore the maze, learn aout wine making and enjoy a sampling. Afterward, return to Vienna for a short tour. Excursion: Waltz Vienna. A panoramic city tour ends at Beethoven Platz, where you will meet professional allroom guides in traditional dress who will teach you the history of the Viennese waltz. Then, enjoy a walking tour of Vienna s First District. afternoon at leisure in Vienna. day eleven Melk Excursion: Walking Tour. Here, where King Richard the Lionheart of England was held captive during the Crusades, tour aroque architecture, pass y gorgeous scenery, see vineyards and visit the magnificent Stiftskirche. Excursion: Wachau Cycling. During this two-hour adventure, explore parts of the 745mile (1,200-kilometre) Danue Bicycle Trail, which runs from Germany to Hungary, with an expert guide. Excursion: Wachau Winery. Head out of, passing stunning vineyards and lush scenery en route to a local winery, where you will enjoy a tour and samples from its cellar. This afternoon, enjoy daytime sailing through the picturesque Wachau Valley, one of the finest landscapes in all of Europe. Excursion: Melk Aey. Visit Melk s Benedictine aey, an architectural jewel with impressive interiors. The aroque uilding dates from 1736, and an amazing view of the mighty Danue awaits on the aey s terrace. day twelve passau, Germany Excursion: Picturesque. has een called one of the most eautifully situated towns in the world. See the many highlights of this delightful village, including the mediaeval Veste Oerhaus, Rathaus, Niedernurg Aey and St. Stephen s Cathedral. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a Farewell Reception on the ship. day thirteen, Czech Repulic After reakfast, disemark the ship and check in to the Art Deco Imperial Hotel. remainder of the day at leisure in. day fourteen Excursion: Castle and Old Town. See the Castle Square; the Chapel of the Holy Cross; and the Castle Gallery, home to works of art y Titian, Ruens and other renowned artists. Visit the Royal Palace and St. Vitus Cathedral. Walk along the Golden Lane, then continue to Charles Bridge and the Old Town Square. day fifteen Excursion: s Historic Jewish Quarter. Explore the Jewish Quarter and the National Jewish Museum, a showcase of Jewish history and religious treasures. Independent Exploration: Spend your afternoon pursuing individual interests. In the evening, join your fellow travellers for a Farewell Reception at the hotel. day sixteen After reakfast, transfer to the airport for the return flights to your gateway city.a NOTE: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events may change. Excursions may require walking on colestones, unpaved paths or other uneven surfaces. Included meals indicated each day as B L D = Breakfast Lunch Dinner. AHI EXCLUSIVE RIVER CRUISE EXTRAS All AHI River Cruises feature: A first-class river cruise ship providing all outward-facing accommodations; friendly, personalized service; limited capacity; and exclusively designed sailing itineraries. Delicious dining aoard the ship featuring special extras such as morning coffee, wine with lunch and dinner and expertly prepared culinary specialties of the region. Expert local guides leading thoughtfully designed excursions to enrich your experience of the area. GERMANY CZECH REPUBLIC Melk SLOVAKIA Vienna HUNGARY AUSTRIA Kalocsa Pécs ROMANIA Belgrade SERBIA BULGARIA

3 Dear alumni and friends, You're invited to take a cultural journey to explore elegant Eastern European cities and Old World towns along the storied Danue River. You'll spend two nights in, Bulgaria, efore emarking on your cruise in. As you travel the Danue, you'll stop to visit historic aeys, admire centuries of architectural flair and wander through regal palaces. You'll disemark the ship in, Germany, then continue to, Czech Repulic, to explore its castle and Old Town. Travel in comfort and enjoy the excursions, cultural events and meals selected especially for you. New for 2016, enjoy a customizale journey with a choice of included excursions in select ports of call. A dedicated travel staff is committed to ensuring you create many fond memories on your journey. This is an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture, cuisine and landscapes of eight countries on a deluxe travel program. With all its special features, this once-in-a-lifetime adventure is an incomparale value. Space on this amazing journey is limited. I encourage you to make your reservation today and take advantage of exclusive air offers: $995 from Montréal or Toronto and $1,195 from Calgary or Vancouver. Sincerely, Garielle Korn Executive Director McGill Alumni Association Your personal information is never released to our travel partners. Revenue generated through the travel program supports student and alumni events and initiatives. If you prefer not to receive future mailings, please records.alumni@mcgill.ca, or send a note to McGill Alumni Association, Alumni Records at 1430 Peel St., Montreal, Queec, H3A 3T3. Queen s University Lecturer Dr Gordon Smith, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Arts & Science Dr. Smith received his BA, MA, and PhD in musicology from the University of Toronto. He also holds the ARCT diploma in piano performance. His work includes historic and current issues of representation in Canadian ethnomusicology. He was National Advisory Editor contriutor to the 7th edition of the New Grove Dictionary of Music and Musicians (2001), and a contriutor to The Garland Encyclopedia of World Music: The United States and Canada (2001). He has pulished articles in various journals and is co-editor of Istvan Anhalt: Pathways and Memory (McGill-Queen's University Press, 2001), and Folk Music, Traditional Music, Ethnomusicology: Canadian Perspectives, Past and Present (Camridge Scholar's Pulishing, 2007), Around and Aout Marius Bareau: Modelling Twentieth-Century Culture (Mercury Series, Canadian Museum of Civilization, 2008) and Musical Traditions, Culture and Contexts (Wilfrid Laurier University Press, 2010). Dr. Smith's current research is focused on First Peoples' music culture, with particular emphasis in music as social and religious practice in Mikmaw Communities in Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada. Dr. Smith was Director of the School of Music ( ) and was appointed Vice Dean in the Faculty of Arts and Science at Queen's in mcgill.ahitravel.com

4 ms amadeus silver Program HigHligHts The state-of-the-art MS Amadeus Silver offers the utmost in service, safety and comfort. Step into the elegant reception area and immerse yourself in the amience of a high-end hotel. Relax on the sun deck, indulge in a soothing massage, rowse in the outique or connect with friends at the Internet station. If you wish to e more active, practice your golf game on the putting green or exercise in the fitness room. Savour international cuisine at the restaurant s reakfast and lunch uffets, and enjoy regional specialties at dinner. At the end of each day, return to the comforts of your cain, appointed in right, modern décor and featuring a river view, a satellite TV and a private athroom with shower. Complimentary Wi-Fi is availale, ut access may e limited ased on the ship's location. > Solo traveller friendly; single supplement waived. > Explore the timeless cities of, Bulgaria, and, Czech Repulic. > Cruise for nine nights aoard the exclusively chartered MS Amadeus Silver. > Discover the history and culture of eight countries. > An included excursion in each port of call, plus Personalize Your Cruise with a choice of included excursions in select ports. > Experience Eastern European culture, and see Old World capitals, storyook villages and eautiful Danue River landscapes. N o other river evokes such mystery as the Danue, which twists and turns through ancient towns, mediaeval villages, past gorgeous churches and ruins from another time. Flowing through much of Eastern Europe, the Danue is steeped in thousands of years of history. Known since mediaeval times as a major thoroughfare for trade and commerce, it also was a frontier of the Roman and Byzantine empires, and in ancient and modern times, it has een an inspiration to artists, writers and composers. > Gain insight into local history and culture during exclusive lectures. unesco Four UNESCO World Heritage sites are featured in this program:, Hungary, including the anks of the Danue, the Buda Castle Quarter and Andrássy Avenue; the Historic Centre of ; the Wachau Cultural Landscape; and the Historic Centre of, Czech Repulic. Personalize Your Cruise New for 2016, enjoy a customizale journey with a choice of included excursions in select ports of call. At no extra cost to you, we have enhanced the itineraries for our European river cruises to offer a personalized experience. Enjoy a ike ride along a vital waterway, explore the culinary and winemaking traditions of different regions, take a closer look at historical and cultural places and events, or tour the cities you have always dreamed of visiting. These excursions are detailed in the itinerary. Vienna day one Depart your gateway city for, Bulgaria.A AProvided for AHI air passengers. day two, Bulgaria Upon arrival, transfera to the Sheraton Hotel Balkan. afternoon at leisure in. day three d Educational Focus: A Prologue to the Bulgarian Revival. Learn aout the conditions and events that led to the Bulgarian Revival of the 19th century, when Ottoman forces were defeated and expelled. Excursion:. Bulgaria s capital is a fascinating wonder. Today, discover its many landmarks. See the ancient ruins of Serdica. Admire St. George Rotunda, Alexander Battenerg Square, home to the former Royal Palace, and the Cathedral of St. Alexander of Neva. Independent Exploration: The remainder of the day is free to continue exploring on your own. Later, gather with your fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and Dinner, and enjoy a live folk show. day four After reakfast, transfer to to emark the ship. Local Flavour: Savour regional specialties during lunch at a restaurant. Excursion: The Ancient City of. During a panoramic tour of one of Bulgaria s oldest towns, see the Mosque, Lirary of Osman Pazvantouglu and other highlights. Visit the 17th-century St. Panthaleimon Church and the ninth-century Baa Vida fortress. Tonight, gather with your fellow travellers for a Welcome Aoard Reception. day five Droeta-Turnu Severin, Romania Orsova Iron Gate Gorge Excursion: Droeta-Turnu Severin & Orsova. The three hamlets Droeta, Turnu and Severin that compose this village date from Roman times. Tour the city centre. Visit the World War I memorial, then drive through the scenic Iron Gate region to Orsova for a live organ concert at The Catholic Cathedral. Later, sail past the dramatic cliffs of the Carpathian Mountains. Enter the Iron Gate Gorge, one of Europe s most magnificent natural wonders. day six Belgrade, Seria Educational Focus: Modern Seria. Get an in-depth look at life in Seria. Excursion: Highlights of Belgrade. This fourth-century capital now is a hu of architecture and culture. Marvel at the ornate Orthodox cathedral and step into St. Sava, a shining feature of Belgrade s cityscape. rest of the afternoon at leisure. A shuttle will e availale. Cultural Event: Tonight, enjoy a local folk show on the ship. day seven Excursion: Pécs. Enjoy a walking tour of this city, known for its Roman ruins and Ottoman mosques, which have een turned into churches. Also, discover the flavours of the region during a wine tasting. day eight three included excursions in this port. Excursion: Highlights of. This capital was once two cities Buda and Pest on opposite sides of the Danue. Visit Heroes Square, the Opera House and the Gothic-style Parliament Building. Enjoy stunning views from Fisherman s Bastion. Excursion: Living Local. Take a guided tour of s 19th-century Great Market Hall. Continue to a local coffee house to learn how pastry chefs craft the tastiest strudels. Enjoy a piece of strudel and a sampling of palinka, or Eastern European schnapps. Excursion: Jewish Interest Tour. Explore s Jewish Quarter, including a visit to the 19th-century Great Synagogue, the largest in Europe. Continue to the Glass House, and Shoes on the Danue, a moving triute to the Jews who fell into the Danue after eing shot y Nazis in the 1940s. End your tour at the Holocaust Memorial Centre. day nine, slovakia Educational Focus: The Velvet Revolution. This pivotal event led to the end of communism in Czechoslovakia and preceded the country s split into two countries. Excursion: City Walking Tour. Marvel at St. Martin s Cathedral, once the site of Hungarian coronations. See the Slovak National Theatre and St. Michael s Gate, the only remaining gate of the city s mediaeval fortifications. Continue to Primate s Palace, then visit a café for a lesson in pastry making. Excursion: Classical Music. Once the stage for Mozart, Beethoven, Hummel and more, has a storied musical history. Explore Old Town, focusing on the venues associated with these renowned composers, then tour the Historic Opera Building. Excursion: The Old Capital. Discover Pressurg, as once was called. See the imposing Castle. Once the royal residence, the castle now serves as the venue for the Slovak Parliament and houses collections of the Slovak National Museum. Afterward, tour Old Town. day ten Educational Focus: Timeless Vienna. Discover the history of Vienna. Excursion: Imperial Vienna. Explore the Imperial Apartments of Hofurg Palace, then drive along the Ringstrasse, one of the most magnificent oulevards in the world. See the University, the Houses of Parliament and the Opera House. Excursion: Art and Wine. Overlooking the Danue, the 12th-century Klosterneuurg Monastery, home to the Verdun Altar, oasts a winding cellar. Explore the maze, learn aout wine making and enjoy a sampling. Afterward, return to Vienna for a short tour. Excursion: Waltz Vienna. A panoramic city tour ends at Beethoven Platz, where you will meet professional allroom guides in traditional dress who will teach you the history of the Viennese waltz. Then, enjoy a walking tour of Vienna s First District. afternoon at leisure in Vienna. day eleven Melk Excursion: Walking Tour. Here, where King Richard the Lionheart of England was held captive during the Crusades, tour aroque architecture, pass y gorgeous scenery, see vineyards and visit the magnificent Stiftskirche. Excursion: Wachau Cycling. During this two-hour adventure, explore parts of the 745mile (1,200-kilometre) Danue Bicycle Trail, which runs from Germany to Hungary, with an expert guide. Excursion: Wachau Winery. Head out of, passing stunning vineyards and lush scenery en route to a local winery, where you will enjoy a tour and samples from its cellar. This afternoon, enjoy daytime sailing through the picturesque Wachau Valley, one of the finest landscapes in all of Europe. Excursion: Melk Aey. Visit Melk s Benedictine aey, an architectural jewel with impressive interiors. The aroque uilding dates from 1736, and an amazing view of the mighty Danue awaits on the aey s terrace. day twelve passau, Germany Excursion: Picturesque. has een called one of the most eautifully situated towns in the world. See the many highlights of this delightful village, including the mediaeval Veste Oerhaus, Rathaus, Niedernurg Aey and St. Stephen s Cathedral. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a Farewell Reception on the ship. day thirteen, Czech Repulic After reakfast, disemark the ship and check in to the Art Deco Imperial Hotel. remainder of the day at leisure in. day fourteen Excursion: Castle and Old Town. See the Castle Square; the Chapel of the Holy Cross; and the Castle Gallery, home to works of art y Titian, Ruens and other renowned artists. Visit the Royal Palace and St. Vitus Cathedral. Walk along the Golden Lane, then continue to Charles Bridge and the Old Town Square. day fifteen Excursion: s Historic Jewish Quarter. Explore the Jewish Quarter and the National Jewish Museum, a showcase of Jewish history and religious treasures. Independent Exploration: Spend your afternoon pursuing individual interests. In the evening, join your fellow travellers for a Farewell Reception at the hotel. day sixteen After reakfast, transfer to the airport for the return flights to your gateway city.a NOTE: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events may change. Excursions may require walking on colestones, unpaved paths or other uneven surfaces. Included meals indicated each day as B L D = Breakfast Lunch Dinner. AHI EXCLUSIVE RIVER CRUISE EXTRAS All AHI River Cruises feature: A first-class river cruise ship providing all outward-facing accommodations; friendly, personalized service; limited capacity; and exclusively designed sailing itineraries. Delicious dining aoard the ship featuring special extras such as morning coffee, wine with lunch and dinner and expertly prepared culinary specialties of the region. Expert local guides leading thoughtfully designed excursions to enrich your experience of the area. GERMANY CZECH REPUBLIC Melk SLOVAKIA Vienna HUNGARY AUSTRIA Kalocsa Pécs ROMANIA Belgrade SERBIA BULGARIA

5 ms amadeus silver Program HigHligHts The state-of-the-art MS Amadeus Silver offers the utmost in service, safety and comfort. Step into the elegant reception area and immerse yourself in the amience of a high-end hotel. Relax on the sun deck, indulge in a soothing massage, rowse in the outique or connect with friends at the Internet station. If you wish to e more active, practice your golf game on the putting green or exercise in the fitness room. Savour international cuisine at the restaurant s reakfast and lunch uffets, and enjoy regional specialties at dinner. At the end of each day, return to the comforts of your cain, appointed in right, modern décor and featuring a river view, a satellite TV and a private athroom with shower. Complimentary Wi-Fi is availale, ut access may e limited ased on the ship's location. > Solo traveller friendly; single supplement waived. > Explore the timeless cities of, Bulgaria, and, Czech Repulic. > Cruise for nine nights aoard the exclusively chartered MS Amadeus Silver. > Discover the history and culture of eight countries. > An included excursion in each port of call, plus Personalize Your Cruise with a choice of included excursions in select ports. > Experience Eastern European culture, and see Old World capitals, storyook villages and eautiful Danue River landscapes. N o other river evokes such mystery as the Danue, which twists and turns through ancient towns, mediaeval villages, past gorgeous churches and ruins from another time. Flowing through much of Eastern Europe, the Danue is steeped in thousands of years of history. Known since mediaeval times as a major thoroughfare for trade and commerce, it also was a frontier of the Roman and Byzantine empires, and in ancient and modern times, it has een an inspiration to artists, writers and composers. > Gain insight into local history and culture during exclusive lectures. unesco Four UNESCO World Heritage sites are featured in this program:, Hungary, including the anks of the Danue, the Buda Castle Quarter and Andrássy Avenue; the Historic Centre of ; the Wachau Cultural Landscape; and the Historic Centre of, Czech Repulic. Personalize Your Cruise New for 2016, enjoy a customizale journey with a choice of included excursions in select ports of call. At no extra cost to you, we have enhanced the itineraries for our European river cruises to offer a personalized experience. Enjoy a ike ride along a vital waterway, explore the culinary and winemaking traditions of different regions, take a closer look at historical and cultural places and events, or tour the cities you have always dreamed of visiting. These excursions are detailed in the itinerary. Vienna day one Depart your gateway city for, Bulgaria.A AProvided for AHI air passengers. day two, Bulgaria Upon arrival, transfera to the Sheraton Hotel Balkan. afternoon at leisure in. day three d Educational Focus: A Prologue to the Bulgarian Revival. Learn aout the conditions and events that led to the Bulgarian Revival of the 19th century, when Ottoman forces were defeated and expelled. Excursion:. Bulgaria s capital is a fascinating wonder. Today, discover its many landmarks. See the ancient ruins of Serdica. Admire St. George Rotunda, Alexander Battenerg Square, home to the former Royal Palace, and the Cathedral of St. Alexander of Neva. Independent Exploration: The remainder of the day is free to continue exploring on your own. Later, gather with your fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and Dinner, and enjoy a live folk show. day four After reakfast, transfer to to emark the ship. Local Flavour: Savour regional specialties during lunch at a restaurant. Excursion: The Ancient City of. During a panoramic tour of one of Bulgaria s oldest towns, see the Mosque, Lirary of Osman Pazvantouglu and other highlights. Visit the 17th-century St. Panthaleimon Church and the ninth-century Baa Vida fortress. Tonight, gather with your fellow travellers for a Welcome Aoard Reception. day five Droeta-Turnu Severin, Romania Orsova Iron Gate Gorge Excursion: Droeta-Turnu Severin & Orsova. The three hamlets Droeta, Turnu and Severin that compose this village date from Roman times. Tour the city centre. Visit the World War I memorial, then drive through the scenic Iron Gate region to Orsova for a live organ concert at The Catholic Cathedral. Later, sail past the dramatic cliffs of the Carpathian Mountains. Enter the Iron Gate Gorge, one of Europe s most magnificent natural wonders. day six Belgrade, Seria Educational Focus: Modern Seria. Get an in-depth look at life in Seria. Excursion: Highlights of Belgrade. This fourth-century capital now is a hu of architecture and culture. Marvel at the ornate Orthodox cathedral and step into St. Sava, a shining feature of Belgrade s cityscape. rest of the afternoon at leisure. A shuttle will e availale. Cultural Event: Tonight, enjoy a local folk show on the ship. day seven Excursion: Pécs. Enjoy a walking tour of this city, known for its Roman ruins and Ottoman mosques, which have een turned into churches. Also, discover the flavours of the region during a wine tasting. day eight three included excursions in this port. Excursion: Highlights of. This capital was once two cities Buda and Pest on opposite sides of the Danue. Visit Heroes Square, the Opera House and the Gothic-style Parliament Building. Enjoy stunning views from Fisherman s Bastion. Excursion: Living Local. Take a guided tour of s 19th-century Great Market Hall. Continue to a local coffee house to learn how pastry chefs craft the tastiest strudels. Enjoy a piece of strudel and a sampling of palinka, or Eastern European schnapps. Excursion: Jewish Interest Tour. Explore s Jewish Quarter, including a visit to the 19th-century Great Synagogue, the largest in Europe. Continue to the Glass House, and Shoes on the Danue, a moving triute to the Jews who fell into the Danue after eing shot y Nazis in the 1940s. End your tour at the Holocaust Memorial Centre. day nine, slovakia Educational Focus: The Velvet Revolution. This pivotal event led to the end of communism in Czechoslovakia and preceded the country s split into two countries. Excursion: City Walking Tour. Marvel at St. Martin s Cathedral, once the site of Hungarian coronations. See the Slovak National Theatre and St. Michael s Gate, the only remaining gate of the city s mediaeval fortifications. Continue to Primate s Palace, then visit a café for a lesson in pastry making. Excursion: Classical Music. Once the stage for Mozart, Beethoven, Hummel and more, has a storied musical history. Explore Old Town, focusing on the venues associated with these renowned composers, then tour the Historic Opera Building. Excursion: The Old Capital. Discover Pressurg, as once was called. See the imposing Castle. Once the royal residence, the castle now serves as the venue for the Slovak Parliament and houses collections of the Slovak National Museum. Afterward, tour Old Town. day ten Educational Focus: Timeless Vienna. Discover the history of Vienna. Excursion: Imperial Vienna. Explore the Imperial Apartments of Hofurg Palace, then drive along the Ringstrasse, one of the most magnificent oulevards in the world. See the University, the Houses of Parliament and the Opera House. Excursion: Art and Wine. Overlooking the Danue, the 12th-century Klosterneuurg Monastery, home to the Verdun Altar, oasts a winding cellar. Explore the maze, learn aout wine making and enjoy a sampling. Afterward, return to Vienna for a short tour. Excursion: Waltz Vienna. A panoramic city tour ends at Beethoven Platz, where you will meet professional allroom guides in traditional dress who will teach you the history of the Viennese waltz. Then, enjoy a walking tour of Vienna s First District. afternoon at leisure in Vienna. day eleven Melk Excursion: Walking Tour. Here, where King Richard the Lionheart of England was held captive during the Crusades, tour aroque architecture, pass y gorgeous scenery, see vineyards and visit the magnificent Stiftskirche. Excursion: Wachau Cycling. During this two-hour adventure, explore parts of the 745mile (1,200-kilometre) Danue Bicycle Trail, which runs from Germany to Hungary, with an expert guide. Excursion: Wachau Winery. Head out of, passing stunning vineyards and lush scenery en route to a local winery, where you will enjoy a tour and samples from its cellar. This afternoon, enjoy daytime sailing through the picturesque Wachau Valley, one of the finest landscapes in all of Europe. Excursion: Melk Aey. Visit Melk s Benedictine aey, an architectural jewel with impressive interiors. The aroque uilding dates from 1736, and an amazing view of the mighty Danue awaits on the aey s terrace. day twelve passau, Germany Excursion: Picturesque. has een called one of the most eautifully situated towns in the world. See the many highlights of this delightful village, including the mediaeval Veste Oerhaus, Rathaus, Niedernurg Aey and St. Stephen s Cathedral. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a Farewell Reception on the ship. day thirteen, Czech Repulic After reakfast, disemark the ship and check in to the Art Deco Imperial Hotel. remainder of the day at leisure in. day fourteen Excursion: Castle and Old Town. See the Castle Square; the Chapel of the Holy Cross; and the Castle Gallery, home to works of art y Titian, Ruens and other renowned artists. Visit the Royal Palace and St. Vitus Cathedral. Walk along the Golden Lane, then continue to Charles Bridge and the Old Town Square. day fifteen Excursion: s Historic Jewish Quarter. Explore the Jewish Quarter and the National Jewish Museum, a showcase of Jewish history and religious treasures. Independent Exploration: Spend your afternoon pursuing individual interests. In the evening, join your fellow travellers for a Farewell Reception at the hotel. day sixteen After reakfast, transfer to the airport for the return flights to your gateway city.a NOTE: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events may change. Excursions may require walking on colestones, unpaved paths or other uneven surfaces. Included meals indicated each day as B L D = Breakfast Lunch Dinner. AHI EXCLUSIVE RIVER CRUISE EXTRAS All AHI River Cruises feature: A first-class river cruise ship providing all outward-facing accommodations; friendly, personalized service; limited capacity; and exclusively designed sailing itineraries. Delicious dining aoard the ship featuring special extras such as morning coffee, wine with lunch and dinner and expertly prepared culinary specialties of the region. Expert local guides leading thoughtfully designed excursions to enrich your experience of the area. GERMANY CZECH REPUBLIC Melk SLOVAKIA Vienna HUNGARY AUSTRIA Kalocsa Pécs ROMANIA Belgrade SERBIA BULGARIA

6 ms amadeus silver Program HigHligHts The state-of-the-art MS Amadeus Silver offers the utmost in service, safety and comfort. Step into the elegant reception area and immerse yourself in the amience of a high-end hotel. Relax on the sun deck, indulge in a soothing massage, rowse in the outique or connect with friends at the Internet station. If you wish to e more active, practice your golf game on the putting green or exercise in the fitness room. Savour international cuisine at the restaurant s reakfast and lunch uffets, and enjoy regional specialties at dinner. At the end of each day, return to the comforts of your cain, appointed in right, modern décor and featuring a river view, a satellite TV and a private athroom with shower. Complimentary Wi-Fi is availale, ut access may e limited ased on the ship's location. > Solo traveller friendly; single supplement waived. > Explore the timeless cities of, Bulgaria, and, Czech Repulic. > Cruise for nine nights aoard the exclusively chartered MS Amadeus Silver. > Discover the history and culture of eight countries. > An included excursion in each port of call, plus Personalize Your Cruise with a choice of included excursions in select ports. > Experience Eastern European culture, and see Old World capitals, storyook villages and eautiful Danue River landscapes. N o other river evokes such mystery as the Danue, which twists and turns through ancient towns, mediaeval villages, past gorgeous churches and ruins from another time. Flowing through much of Eastern Europe, the Danue is steeped in thousands of years of history. Known since mediaeval times as a major thoroughfare for trade and commerce, it also was a frontier of the Roman and Byzantine empires, and in ancient and modern times, it has een an inspiration to artists, writers and composers. > Gain insight into local history and culture during exclusive lectures. unesco Four UNESCO World Heritage sites are featured in this program:, Hungary, including the anks of the Danue, the Buda Castle Quarter and Andrássy Avenue; the Historic Centre of ; the Wachau Cultural Landscape; and the Historic Centre of, Czech Repulic. Personalize Your Cruise New for 2016, enjoy a customizale journey with a choice of included excursions in select ports of call. At no extra cost to you, we have enhanced the itineraries for our European river cruises to offer a personalized experience. Enjoy a ike ride along a vital waterway, explore the culinary and winemaking traditions of different regions, take a closer look at historical and cultural places and events, or tour the cities you have always dreamed of visiting. These excursions are detailed in the itinerary. Vienna day one Depart your gateway city for, Bulgaria.A AProvided for AHI air passengers. day two, Bulgaria Upon arrival, transfera to the Sheraton Hotel Balkan. afternoon at leisure in. day three d Educational Focus: A Prologue to the Bulgarian Revival. Learn aout the conditions and events that led to the Bulgarian Revival of the 19th century, when Ottoman forces were defeated and expelled. Excursion:. Bulgaria s capital is a fascinating wonder. Today, discover its many landmarks. See the ancient ruins of Serdica. Admire St. George Rotunda, Alexander Battenerg Square, home to the former Royal Palace, and the Cathedral of St. Alexander of Neva. Independent Exploration: The remainder of the day is free to continue exploring on your own. Later, gather with your fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and Dinner, and enjoy a live folk show. day four After reakfast, transfer to to emark the ship. Local Flavour: Savour regional specialties during lunch at a restaurant. Excursion: The Ancient City of. During a panoramic tour of one of Bulgaria s oldest towns, see the Mosque, Lirary of Osman Pazvantouglu and other highlights. Visit the 17th-century St. Panthaleimon Church and the ninth-century Baa Vida fortress. Tonight, gather with your fellow travellers for a Welcome Aoard Reception. day five Droeta-Turnu Severin, Romania Orsova Iron Gate Gorge Excursion: Droeta-Turnu Severin & Orsova. The three hamlets Droeta, Turnu and Severin that compose this village date from Roman times. Tour the city centre. Visit the World War I memorial, then drive through the scenic Iron Gate region to Orsova for a live organ concert at The Catholic Cathedral. Later, sail past the dramatic cliffs of the Carpathian Mountains. Enter the Iron Gate Gorge, one of Europe s most magnificent natural wonders. day six Belgrade, Seria Educational Focus: Modern Seria. Get an in-depth look at life in Seria. Excursion: Highlights of Belgrade. This fourth-century capital now is a hu of architecture and culture. Marvel at the ornate Orthodox cathedral and step into St. Sava, a shining feature of Belgrade s cityscape. rest of the afternoon at leisure. A shuttle will e availale. Cultural Event: Tonight, enjoy a local folk show on the ship. day seven Excursion: Pécs. Enjoy a walking tour of this city, known for its Roman ruins and Ottoman mosques, which have een turned into churches. Also, discover the flavours of the region during a wine tasting. day eight three included excursions in this port. Excursion: Highlights of. This capital was once two cities Buda and Pest on opposite sides of the Danue. Visit Heroes Square, the Opera House and the Gothic-style Parliament Building. Enjoy stunning views from Fisherman s Bastion. Excursion: Living Local. Take a guided tour of s 19th-century Great Market Hall. Continue to a local coffee house to learn how pastry chefs craft the tastiest strudels. Enjoy a piece of strudel and a sampling of palinka, or Eastern European schnapps. Excursion: Jewish Interest Tour. Explore s Jewish Quarter, including a visit to the 19th-century Great Synagogue, the largest in Europe. Continue to the Glass House, and Shoes on the Danue, a moving triute to the Jews who fell into the Danue after eing shot y Nazis in the 1940s. End your tour at the Holocaust Memorial Centre. day nine, slovakia Educational Focus: The Velvet Revolution. This pivotal event led to the end of communism in Czechoslovakia and preceded the country s split into two countries. Excursion: City Walking Tour. Marvel at St. Martin s Cathedral, once the site of Hungarian coronations. See the Slovak National Theatre and St. Michael s Gate, the only remaining gate of the city s mediaeval fortifications. Continue to Primate s Palace, then visit a café for a lesson in pastry making. Excursion: Classical Music. Once the stage for Mozart, Beethoven, Hummel and more, has a storied musical history. Explore Old Town, focusing on the venues associated with these renowned composers, then tour the Historic Opera Building. Excursion: The Old Capital. Discover Pressurg, as once was called. See the imposing Castle. Once the royal residence, the castle now serves as the venue for the Slovak Parliament and houses collections of the Slovak National Museum. Afterward, tour Old Town. day ten Educational Focus: Timeless Vienna. Discover the history of Vienna. Excursion: Imperial Vienna. Explore the Imperial Apartments of Hofurg Palace, then drive along the Ringstrasse, one of the most magnificent oulevards in the world. See the University, the Houses of Parliament and the Opera House. Excursion: Art and Wine. Overlooking the Danue, the 12th-century Klosterneuurg Monastery, home to the Verdun Altar, oasts a winding cellar. Explore the maze, learn aout wine making and enjoy a sampling. Afterward, return to Vienna for a short tour. Excursion: Waltz Vienna. A panoramic city tour ends at Beethoven Platz, where you will meet professional allroom guides in traditional dress who will teach you the history of the Viennese waltz. Then, enjoy a walking tour of Vienna s First District. afternoon at leisure in Vienna. day eleven Melk Excursion: Walking Tour. Here, where King Richard the Lionheart of England was held captive during the Crusades, tour aroque architecture, pass y gorgeous scenery, see vineyards and visit the magnificent Stiftskirche. Excursion: Wachau Cycling. During this two-hour adventure, explore parts of the 745mile (1,200-kilometre) Danue Bicycle Trail, which runs from Germany to Hungary, with an expert guide. Excursion: Wachau Winery. Head out of, passing stunning vineyards and lush scenery en route to a local winery, where you will enjoy a tour and samples from its cellar. This afternoon, enjoy daytime sailing through the picturesque Wachau Valley, one of the finest landscapes in all of Europe. Excursion: Melk Aey. Visit Melk s Benedictine aey, an architectural jewel with impressive interiors. The aroque uilding dates from 1736, and an amazing view of the mighty Danue awaits on the aey s terrace. day twelve passau, Germany Excursion: Picturesque. has een called one of the most eautifully situated towns in the world. See the many highlights of this delightful village, including the mediaeval Veste Oerhaus, Rathaus, Niedernurg Aey and St. Stephen s Cathedral. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a Farewell Reception on the ship. day thirteen, Czech Repulic After reakfast, disemark the ship and check in to the Art Deco Imperial Hotel. remainder of the day at leisure in. day fourteen Excursion: Castle and Old Town. See the Castle Square; the Chapel of the Holy Cross; and the Castle Gallery, home to works of art y Titian, Ruens and other renowned artists. Visit the Royal Palace and St. Vitus Cathedral. Walk along the Golden Lane, then continue to Charles Bridge and the Old Town Square. day fifteen Excursion: s Historic Jewish Quarter. Explore the Jewish Quarter and the National Jewish Museum, a showcase of Jewish history and religious treasures. Independent Exploration: Spend your afternoon pursuing individual interests. In the evening, join your fellow travellers for a Farewell Reception at the hotel. day sixteen After reakfast, transfer to the airport for the return flights to your gateway city.a NOTE: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events may change. Excursions may require walking on colestones, unpaved paths or other uneven surfaces. Included meals indicated each day as B L D = Breakfast Lunch Dinner. AHI EXCLUSIVE RIVER CRUISE EXTRAS All AHI River Cruises feature: A first-class river cruise ship providing all outward-facing accommodations; friendly, personalized service; limited capacity; and exclusively designed sailing itineraries. Delicious dining aoard the ship featuring special extras such as morning coffee, wine with lunch and dinner and expertly prepared culinary specialties of the region. Expert local guides leading thoughtfully designed excursions to enrich your experience of the area. GERMANY CZECH REPUBLIC Melk SLOVAKIA Vienna HUNGARY AUSTRIA Kalocsa Pécs ROMANIA Belgrade SERBIA BULGARIA

7 ms amadeus silver Program HigHligHts The state-of-the-art MS Amadeus Silver offers the utmost in service, safety and comfort. Step into the elegant reception area and immerse yourself in the amience of a high-end hotel. Relax on the sun deck, indulge in a soothing massage, rowse in the outique or connect with friends at the Internet station. If you wish to e more active, practice your golf game on the putting green or exercise in the fitness room. Savour international cuisine at the restaurant s reakfast and lunch uffets, and enjoy regional specialties at dinner. At the end of each day, return to the comforts of your cain, appointed in right, modern décor and featuring a river view, a satellite TV and a private athroom with shower. Complimentary Wi-Fi is availale, ut access may e limited ased on the ship's location. > Solo traveller friendly; single supplement waived. > Explore the timeless cities of, Bulgaria, and, Czech Repulic. > Cruise for nine nights aoard the exclusively chartered MS Amadeus Silver. > Discover the history and culture of eight countries. > An included excursion in each port of call, plus Personalize Your Cruise with a choice of included excursions in select ports. > Experience Eastern European culture, and see Old World capitals, storyook villages and eautiful Danue River landscapes. N o other river evokes such mystery as the Danue, which twists and turns through ancient towns, mediaeval villages, past gorgeous churches and ruins from another time. Flowing through much of Eastern Europe, the Danue is steeped in thousands of years of history. Known since mediaeval times as a major thoroughfare for trade and commerce, it also was a frontier of the Roman and Byzantine empires, and in ancient and modern times, it has een an inspiration to artists, writers and composers. > Gain insight into local history and culture during exclusive lectures. unesco Four UNESCO World Heritage sites are featured in this program:, Hungary, including the anks of the Danue, the Buda Castle Quarter and Andrássy Avenue; the Historic Centre of ; the Wachau Cultural Landscape; and the Historic Centre of, Czech Repulic. Personalize Your Cruise New for 2016, enjoy a customizale journey with a choice of included excursions in select ports of call. At no extra cost to you, we have enhanced the itineraries for our European river cruises to offer a personalized experience. Enjoy a ike ride along a vital waterway, explore the culinary and winemaking traditions of different regions, take a closer look at historical and cultural places and events, or tour the cities you have always dreamed of visiting. These excursions are detailed in the itinerary. Vienna day one Depart your gateway city for, Bulgaria.A AProvided for AHI air passengers. day two, Bulgaria Upon arrival, transfera to the Sheraton Hotel Balkan. afternoon at leisure in. day three d Educational Focus: A Prologue to the Bulgarian Revival. Learn aout the conditions and events that led to the Bulgarian Revival of the 19th century, when Ottoman forces were defeated and expelled. Excursion:. Bulgaria s capital is a fascinating wonder. Today, discover its many landmarks. See the ancient ruins of Serdica. Admire St. George Rotunda, Alexander Battenerg Square, home to the former Royal Palace, and the Cathedral of St. Alexander of Neva. Independent Exploration: The remainder of the day is free to continue exploring on your own. Later, gather with your fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception and Dinner, and enjoy a live folk show. day four After reakfast, transfer to to emark the ship. Local Flavour: Savour regional specialties during lunch at a restaurant. Excursion: The Ancient City of. During a panoramic tour of one of Bulgaria s oldest towns, see the Mosque, Lirary of Osman Pazvantouglu and other highlights. Visit the 17th-century St. Panthaleimon Church and the ninth-century Baa Vida fortress. Tonight, gather with your fellow travellers for a Welcome Aoard Reception. day five Droeta-Turnu Severin, Romania Orsova Iron Gate Gorge Excursion: Droeta-Turnu Severin & Orsova. The three hamlets Droeta, Turnu and Severin that compose this village date from Roman times. Tour the city centre. Visit the World War I memorial, then drive through the scenic Iron Gate region to Orsova for a live organ concert at The Catholic Cathedral. Later, sail past the dramatic cliffs of the Carpathian Mountains. Enter the Iron Gate Gorge, one of Europe s most magnificent natural wonders. day six Belgrade, Seria Educational Focus: Modern Seria. Get an in-depth look at life in Seria. Excursion: Highlights of Belgrade. This fourth-century capital now is a hu of architecture and culture. Marvel at the ornate Orthodox cathedral and step into St. Sava, a shining feature of Belgrade s cityscape. rest of the afternoon at leisure. A shuttle will e availale. Cultural Event: Tonight, enjoy a local folk show on the ship. day seven Excursion: Pécs. Enjoy a walking tour of this city, known for its Roman ruins and Ottoman mosques, which have een turned into churches. Also, discover the flavours of the region during a wine tasting. day eight three included excursions in this port. Excursion: Highlights of. This capital was once two cities Buda and Pest on opposite sides of the Danue. Visit Heroes Square, the Opera House and the Gothic-style Parliament Building. Enjoy stunning views from Fisherman s Bastion. Excursion: Living Local. Take a guided tour of s 19th-century Great Market Hall. Continue to a local coffee house to learn how pastry chefs craft the tastiest strudels. Enjoy a piece of strudel and a sampling of palinka, or Eastern European schnapps. Excursion: Jewish Interest Tour. Explore s Jewish Quarter, including a visit to the 19th-century Great Synagogue, the largest in Europe. Continue to the Glass House, and Shoes on the Danue, a moving triute to the Jews who fell into the Danue after eing shot y Nazis in the 1940s. End your tour at the Holocaust Memorial Centre. day nine, slovakia Educational Focus: The Velvet Revolution. This pivotal event led to the end of communism in Czechoslovakia and preceded the country s split into two countries. Excursion: City Walking Tour. Marvel at St. Martin s Cathedral, once the site of Hungarian coronations. See the Slovak National Theatre and St. Michael s Gate, the only remaining gate of the city s mediaeval fortifications. Continue to Primate s Palace, then visit a café for a lesson in pastry making. Excursion: Classical Music. Once the stage for Mozart, Beethoven, Hummel and more, has a storied musical history. Explore Old Town, focusing on the venues associated with these renowned composers, then tour the Historic Opera Building. Excursion: The Old Capital. Discover Pressurg, as once was called. See the imposing Castle. Once the royal residence, the castle now serves as the venue for the Slovak Parliament and houses collections of the Slovak National Museum. Afterward, tour Old Town. day ten Educational Focus: Timeless Vienna. Discover the history of Vienna. Excursion: Imperial Vienna. Explore the Imperial Apartments of Hofurg Palace, then drive along the Ringstrasse, one of the most magnificent oulevards in the world. See the University, the Houses of Parliament and the Opera House. Excursion: Art and Wine. Overlooking the Danue, the 12th-century Klosterneuurg Monastery, home to the Verdun Altar, oasts a winding cellar. Explore the maze, learn aout wine making and enjoy a sampling. Afterward, return to Vienna for a short tour. Excursion: Waltz Vienna. A panoramic city tour ends at Beethoven Platz, where you will meet professional allroom guides in traditional dress who will teach you the history of the Viennese waltz. Then, enjoy a walking tour of Vienna s First District. afternoon at leisure in Vienna. day eleven Melk Excursion: Walking Tour. Here, where King Richard the Lionheart of England was held captive during the Crusades, tour aroque architecture, pass y gorgeous scenery, see vineyards and visit the magnificent Stiftskirche. Excursion: Wachau Cycling. During this two-hour adventure, explore parts of the 745mile (1,200-kilometre) Danue Bicycle Trail, which runs from Germany to Hungary, with an expert guide. Excursion: Wachau Winery. Head out of, passing stunning vineyards and lush scenery en route to a local winery, where you will enjoy a tour and samples from its cellar. This afternoon, enjoy daytime sailing through the picturesque Wachau Valley, one of the finest landscapes in all of Europe. Excursion: Melk Aey. Visit Melk s Benedictine aey, an architectural jewel with impressive interiors. The aroque uilding dates from 1736, and an amazing view of the mighty Danue awaits on the aey s terrace. day twelve passau, Germany Excursion: Picturesque. has een called one of the most eautifully situated towns in the world. See the many highlights of this delightful village, including the mediaeval Veste Oerhaus, Rathaus, Niedernurg Aey and St. Stephen s Cathedral. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a Farewell Reception on the ship. day thirteen, Czech Repulic After reakfast, disemark the ship and check in to the Art Deco Imperial Hotel. remainder of the day at leisure in. day fourteen Excursion: Castle and Old Town. See the Castle Square; the Chapel of the Holy Cross; and the Castle Gallery, home to works of art y Titian, Ruens and other renowned artists. Visit the Royal Palace and St. Vitus Cathedral. Walk along the Golden Lane, then continue to Charles Bridge and the Old Town Square. day fifteen Excursion: s Historic Jewish Quarter. Explore the Jewish Quarter and the National Jewish Museum, a showcase of Jewish history and religious treasures. Independent Exploration: Spend your afternoon pursuing individual interests. In the evening, join your fellow travellers for a Farewell Reception at the hotel. day sixteen After reakfast, transfer to the airport for the return flights to your gateway city.a NOTE: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events may change. Excursions may require walking on colestones, unpaved paths or other uneven surfaces. Included meals indicated each day as B L D = Breakfast Lunch Dinner. AHI EXCLUSIVE RIVER CRUISE EXTRAS All AHI River Cruises feature: A first-class river cruise ship providing all outward-facing accommodations; friendly, personalized service; limited capacity; and exclusively designed sailing itineraries. Delicious dining aoard the ship featuring special extras such as morning coffee, wine with lunch and dinner and expertly prepared culinary specialties of the region. Expert local guides leading thoughtfully designed excursions to enrich your experience of the area. GERMANY CZECH REPUBLIC Melk SLOVAKIA Vienna HUNGARY AUSTRIA Kalocsa Pécs ROMANIA Belgrade SERBIA BULGARIA