Gems of Eastern EuropeRomania • Bulgaria • Serbia • Hungary • Croatia

Tour Dates: June 19-29, 2020

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11 DAY RIVER CRUISE HOLIDAYIncluding two nights in Bucharest, Romania

Gems of Eastern Europe11 Days • 23 Meals Discover the scenery and history alongthe lower Danube River as you sail aboard our deluxe rivervessel. Travel through five countries of Eastern Europe anddiscover their history, culture and beauty.

CRUISE AND HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONSDays Two and Three – Radisson Blu, or similar, Bucharest, RomaniaDays Four through Ten – aboard an Emerald Waterways vessel

DAY 1 – Depart the USA Depart the USA on your overnight flight to Bucharest, Romania.

DAY 2 – Bucharest, RomaniaUpon arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to yourhotel. The day is at leisure to begin discovering this historic city onyour own.

DAY 3 – BucharestToday’s excursion ventures out to Transylvania and Bran (Dracula’s)Castle. Travel through the scenic Carpathian Mountains, visit theMonastery Sinaia and enjoy an included lunch en-route. At thecastle, hear the legends of the infamous Count and decide foryourself! Meals: B, L

DAY 4 – Bucharest / Giurgiu, RomaniaBegin the day with an included tour showcasing the highlights ofBucharest. See Union and University Squares, pass the impressiveTriumph Arch, drive along the longest boulevard of the city andadmire the Royal Palace in Revolution Square. After the tour,journey to Giurgiu where your Emerald Waterways vessel awaits.Meals: B, D

DAY 5 – Rousse, BulgariaThis morning, depart the ship on an included excursion to theimpressive cliff-top town of Veliko Tarnovo – described as the mostbeautiful Bulgarian city. This former capital of the Bulgarian empirewas once known as the ‘City of the Tsars’ and remains largelyunchanged from medieval times. Continue on to the historic town ofArbanasi, perched high on a plateau overlooking the Yantra River.Known for its 17th and 18th-century churches, a highlight of thevisit may be the choir concert of acapella Orthodox chants. Uponreturning to the ship, depart for Vidin. Meals: B, L, D

EmeraldACTIVE: Hike to Ivanovo ChurchEmeraldPLUS: Choir concert in Arbanasi

DAY 6 – Vidin, BulgariaWith a late morning arrival, the town of Vidin, the most westerntown in Bulgaria, awaits your discovery. The area is known for wine

EXCEPTIONAL INCLUSIONSE 23 Meals (9 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 7 dinners)E Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & ToursE Visit five countries E Two-night hotel stay and touring in Bucharest, RomaniaE Seven-night cruise aboard a luxurious Emerald Waterways vesselE First-class service by an English-speaking crewE Shore excursions with English-speaking local guidesE Personal listening device for onboard excursionsE All meals included onboard with a variety of international cuisineE Complimentary regional wines, beer and soft drinks accompany onboard lunches and dinnersE Complimentary bottled water in your stateroomE Complimentary WiFi onboardE Complimentary bicycles onboard for use ashoreE All gratuities included onboardE $55 in Mayflower Money

Included visit to Bran (Dracula’s) castle in Transylvania

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making and you enjoy a sample of a local vintage during the visit toPort Cetate. After lunch, depart for the included visit to Baba VidaFortress. With three fully preserved towers and the originalbattlements, this is one of the few entirely preserved medievalfortresses in Bulgaria. Meals: B, L, D

EmeraldACTIVE: Hike to Belogradchik rock fortress

DAY 7 – Kostolac, Serbia / Iron GatesArriving in Kostolac, Serbia, depart on an incredible journey toViminacium – the first and largest archaeological excavation inEastern Europe. As one of the most important Roman cities andmilitary camps from the 1st – 4th centuries, findings include a 12,000seat amphitheater, a cemetery, graves with impressive frescoes, animalremains of bear, camel and mammoth, and numerous art and jewelrytreasures. Return to the ship for a leisurely cruise along the DanubeRiver. Be sure to be on deck as you sail through the Iron Gates – thenarrow gorge between the European Alps and Carpathian Mountains,boasting spectacular scenery. Meals: B, L, D

DAY 8 – Belgrade, SerbiaToday’s adventure begins with an included guided tour of Serbia’svibrant capital including a visit to Tito’s Memorial, the impressiveFortress Kalemegdan and St. Sava Church, the world’s largestorthodox cathedral. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure in port, or join anoptional excursion to the National Opera Theatre for a backstagetour. After dinner, you’re in for a treat as a dance troupe comesaboard and performs a folklore show featuring dances from variousparts of the country. Meals: B, L, D

EmeraldACTIVE: Guided bike tourDiscoverMORE: National Opera Theatre Tour (additional expense)EmeraldPLUS: Evening Serbian folklore show onboard

DAY 9 – Osijek, CroatiaAs the ship arrives in Vukovar, you’ll be met by local guides who willtake you on a stroll through town. Afterward, depart by coach forOsijek, the 4th largest city in Croatia. During a walking tour, visitthe Tvrda (citadel) – a collection of Baroque buildings and an 18-century Habsburg star fort. Join local families for a home-hostedlunch before having the opportunity to meet students at the rural

house of the village. Return to the ship for a final taste of Croatiawith Tamburica entertainment onboard before departing forHungary. Meals: B, L, D

EmeraldPLUS: Home-hosted lunch with a Croatian FamilyEmeraldPLUS: Meet students from the local village

DAY 10 – Kalocsa, HungaryEarly this morning, the ship arrives in Kalocsa, one of Hungary’soldest towns and famous for the production of paprika. Afterbreakfast, visit a local Puszta Horse Farm during an includedexcursion. Watch a performance showcasing the exceptional ridingskills of Magyar horsemen and the ‘tricks’ of the horses themselves.Reboard the ship and enjoy your final afternoon onboard sailing toBudapest. After dinner, your cruise ends on a spectacular note as youcruise around the harbor to see this magnificent city aglow innighttime splendor. Meals: B, L, D

EmeraldPLUS: Visit to Puszta Horse FarmEmeraldPLUS: Evening cruise of Budapest

DAY 11 – Budapest / USABid a fond farewell to Eastern Europe as you depart on the transfer tothe airport and return home with memories of life enrichingexperiences from your cruise along the lower Danube River. Meal: B

Itinerary is subject to change.

Medieval mementos remain unchanged in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria Sail through the Iron Gates

Budapest’s majestic Parliament decorates the Danube

Travelers Protection Plan (TPP) for River Cruises - $429 per person (optional)This nonrefundable fee will provide a refund to you during the instance that you have to cancel yourtrip. The cancellation has to be for a covered reason (see Plan for details on coverage) and we have tobe notified at least one day prior to departure. If you must leave the tour early due to personal illnessor the illness or death of an immediate family member, TPP will provide a refund for any unused servicesafter the departure of the tour. Other benefits include medical expenses for illness and injury, emer-gency transportation, 24 hour hot line and lost or stolen baggage assistance. Return air transportationis included ONLY if your air tickets are purchased through Mayflower Cruises & Tours. Please review thePlan for details on coverage.

Cancellation Charges Without Traveler’s Protection Plan (TPP)• 91 days or more . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Deposit Amount• 90 days to day of departure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100% of the total tour• No refund on unused portions of the tour

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Seven nights accommodations aboard an

Emerald Waterways Star ShipBuilt: 2014-2017 Speed: 15.5 mph Staterooms: 80 Suites: 12 Length: 443 ft. Crew: 47

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Emerald Stateroom Riviera $6,174 $9,063

Panorama Balcony Suite Vista $6,724 $9,973

Panorama Balcony Suite Horizon $7,174 $10,713

Grand Balcony Suite Horizon $7,824 N/A

Owner’s One-Bedroom Suite Horizon $8,424 N/A

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