Ta c o m a M u s i c a l P l a y h o u s e
Five-country
Danube river Cruise
OCTOBER 13—23, 2015
Join TMP’s Artistic Director, Jon Douglas Rake and Music Director, Jeffrey Stvrtecky
Promotional price requires deposit by Dec. 1, 2014
T
our Highlights:
10 DAY RIVER CRUISE FROM PRAGUE TO BUDAPEST
On this magnificent cruise vacation, enjoy seeing some of
Central Europe’s splendid capitals—Prague, Vienna, Bratislava, and
Budapest—as well as many small towns that dot the landscape along
the way. Explore the grounds of majestic Hradcany Castle in Prague,
explore Germany’s Passau, located at the confluence of three rivers,
and Linz, Austria’s third-largest city. Visit the quaint historical theater
in the resort town of Grein; and one of Europe’s largest and most
spectacular monasteries at Melk. Discover Krems in Austria’s
Wachau Valley or choose to learn about wine, which is an important
part of life in the Wachau region. Visit St. Martin’s Cathedral in
Bratislava and end your vacation in vibrant Budapest. Guided
sightseeing with Certified Local Guides in each city is sure to
heighten your experience.
General Tour Information
 Deposits and Payments
Tour fee is based upon double occupancy. A deposit of $1,000 per person is due by November 21, 2014 or sooner to
guarantee a reservation. A second payment of $2,000 per person is due by January 31, 2015. A third payment of $2,295
is due by June 30, 2015 including any add-ons.
 Cancellations and Refunds
Cancellation penalties are per Avalon Waterways, unless the reservation is replaced with someone on a wait list.
 Tour Deviations
Tour travel deviations should be conveyed to TMP staff as soon as possible. Additional fees can be incurred for travel plan
changes. We will attempt to accommodate any changes.
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 Included in Tour
Round-trip coach airfare on Lufthansa Airlines from Seattle to Prague, and Budapest to Seattle, based on travel
October 13—23, 2015 (non-stop, direct flights)
All airline taxes and fees as currently levied.
1 night accommodations at Superior 1st class hotel in Prague, double occupancy.
French Balcony Suite stateroom, category A on Avalon Waterways Panorama Ship
Local motor coach or other transportation for:
- arrival and departure transfer between airport and hotel
- all scheduled sightseeing excursion tours
$425 of the tour fee is a tax-deductible contribution to the 2015-16 Annual Fund
at Tacoma Musical Playhouse.
This flyer is
available at
www.tmp.org
 Not included in Tour
Medical, baggage or cancellation insurance. Gratuities for local tour guides, hotel and cruise maids. Meals other than
those scheduled. Shuttle to and from SeaTac airport. Items not specifically mentioned above.
 Tour Options
Single room supplement, add $3,192. Travel Protection Insurance from Avalon Waterways $329 per person.
 Special Note
Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. TMP season subscribers have first priority booking. Tour
will open to other patrons on November 22, 2014. Don’t wait! We honor verbal sign-ups in the order received!
 Terms and Conditions
Please refer to Avalon Waterways web site www.avalonwaterways.com for a complete list of all Terms and Conditions
that may apply to this tour. Payment of deposit constitutes acceptance of these Terms and Conditions. Dates, prices and
itineraries are subject to change.
 Tour Fees
Promotional offer—if deposit is received by December 1, 2014:
Suite A
Annul Fund Contribution
Total
$4,870
$ 425
$5,295
If deposit is received after December 1, 2014 additional $500 per person.
October 20, 2015
Vienna, Austria
October 22, 2015
Budapest, Hungary
Wake up this morning in Vienna, known as the
“City of Music” and the place that inspired the creative genius of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss. Once
the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire, Austria’s magical capital on the blue Danube is a showcase of gilded architecture. This is home to the lavish Hofburg Imperial Palace complex with its Vienna Boys’ Choir and dazzling Lipizzaner stallions;
Spanning the banks of the Danube, Budapest is one
of Eastern Europe’s liveliest cities. Whether you’re
seeing the sights, shopping for handcrafted embroidery or Herend porcelain, or basking in the coffee
house culture over a rich cream cake in the renowned Gerbeaud Café, Budapest’s unique energy
is positively palatable. On your INCLUDED TOUR,
see Heroes’ Square as well as the massive hilltop
castle complex with its remarkable Fishermen’s Bastion—with spectacular views of the city—and 11thcentury Matthias Church, the coronation spot of
several Hungarian monarchs. Be sure to take note of
the city’s eight bridges—many famous sights in and
of themselves—which connect ancient Buda on the
right bank with Pest on the left. You may even want
to walk across Chain Bridge, built in 1849 and a
symbol of Budapest. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
October 23, 2015
Budapest (Disembarkation)
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
(Breakfast)
Return to Seattle
More information available at:
www.avalonwaterways.com
the neo-renaissance Vienna Opera House; and aweinspiring St. Stephen’s Cathedral—plus, countless
other sights you’ll see on your GUIDED SIGHTSEEING TOUR. Stroll through the pedestrian Kärntnerstrasse, and be sure to take a break and enjoy a piece
of decadent Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel in a neighborhood café. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
October 21, 2015
Bratislava, Slovakia
At the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains is Bratislava, the dynamic capital of Slovakia. Join your
Local Guide for a tour of the city, including a GUIDED WALK of its fascinating Old Town, where winding cobblestone streets and narrow alleyways twist
and turn to reveal the Town Hall, one of the oldest
stone buildings in the city. Also visit gothic ST.
MARTIN’S CATHEDRAL, coronation church for
the Kingdom of Hungary from the 16th to 19th centuries. This afternoon is free to explore on your
own. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Meals
Traditional Czech dinner in Prague
Captain’s welcome & farewell receptions with sparkling wine and canapés
Welcome dinner
Daily Afternoon Tea
Daily Night Fare
Farewell dinner
Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast; soft
drinks with lunch; and wine, beer, or soft drinks
with dinner are included daily on board your vessel
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U.S. Postage
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Tacoma, WA
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Tacoma Musical Playhouse
7116 Sixth Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 565-6867
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.tmp.org
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Highlights of Itinerary—subject to change
Prague. Browse the shops for hand-cut crystal or art
books. Mix with the locals in Wenceslaus Square, an
important meeting point and where people demonstrated against the communist regime; watch performers and shop at the market stalls on Charles
Bridge; sample the local plum dumplings and Pilsner; stroll along the Vltava River; or wander around
Prague’s medieval Old Town, dating from the 10th
century. Enjoy a traditional Czech dinner with private TMP group. (Breakfast, Dinner)
October 16, 2015
Prague–Passau, Germany (Embarkation)
October 13, 2015
Fly from Seattle to Prague, Czech Republic
October 14, 2015
Arrive In Prague, Czech Republic
Welcome to Prague, capital of the Czech Republic.
This fascinating city straddles the Vltava River with
domes, cupolas, spires, and pinnacles highlighting
its skyline. The remainder of the day is free to start
exploring.
October 15, 2015
Prague, Czech Republic
Prague is a 1,200-year-old city preserved in time,
and, unlike other Central European capitals, it was
not bombed during the 20th-century wars. A LOCAL GUIDE will show you its best-known treasures, such as the Old Town’s Astronomical Clock,
built in 1410 and once the envy of all of Europe;
HRADCANY CASTLE GROUNDS; St. Vitus Cathedral; and the Charles Bridge, the oldest bridge in
After lunch, board coach to Passau, ideally located
at the confluence of the Rivers Inn, Ilz, and Danube,
where your river cruise vessel is docked. Before dinner, meet your crew for a welcome reception.
(Breakfast, Dinner)
included GUIDED WALK through town and visit
its unique historical THEATER, the oldest in Austria
still holding regular performances. A behind-thescenes peek to learn about some of the curiosities of
this rococo-style, 167-seat theater will certainly tell
you much about life as it was—and as it now is in
this small town. The turreted houses on the main
square make excellent photo subjects. (Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner)
October 19, 2015
Melk–Krems, Austria
October 17, 2015
Passau–Linz, Austria
Passau is a maze of narrow cobblestone streets lined
with beautiful patrician houses. St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a masterpiece of Italian baroque architecture,
houses one of the world’s largest church organs
with 17,774 pipes. Join your Local Guide for a
WALKING TOUR through this charming town, and
find out much more about the “City of Three Rivers.” Later, set sail for Linz, where you arrive in the
evening. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
October 18, 2015
Linz–Grein, Austria
Linz is Austria’s third-largest city and an important
river port where culture plays a significant role in
everyday life. This morning is free to do as you like.
Simply relax on board, choose from a variety of optional excursions, or explore Linz on your own. See
the 13th-century Hauptplatz, Austria’s largest medieval square, and the Trinity Column, built in 1723 as
thanks for the city escaping the ravages of the
plague, war, and fire. Perhaps wander around the
old castle grounds and take in the beautiful views of
the river, or visit the neo-gothic New Cathedral,
Austria’s largest church, with capacity for 20,000
visitors. Once you depart for Grein around Noon,
enjoy the views of the peaceful riverscapes from the
comfort of the Sky Deck. In the late afternoon, arrive
in the attractive country resort of Grein, nestled at
the foot of a bluff in the shadow of its castle. Take an
Today, an included GUIDED VISIT of the magnificent BENEDICTINE ABBEY in Melk acquaints you
with one of Europe’s largest monasteries. The abbey
houses an ornate library with over 80,000 printed
books and 2,000 manuscripts. You’ll be captivated
by the splendor of the church with its frescoed ceilings, stunning high altar, marble statues, and 210foot-high cupola. The view from the terrace of the
abbey over the Danube and surrounding countryside is breathtaking! Then, reboard your ship and
sail into the picturesque Wachau Valley, a UNESCO
World Heritage Site. Pass the magnificent baroque
Stiftskirche with its blue façade, the landmark of
Dürnstein, before arriving in Krems. Join your LOCAL GUIDE to learn more about this town that’s
situated on the eastern end of the Wachau Valley.
Alternatively, you may prefer to join a WINE EXPERIENCE to learn firsthand how wine is so much
more than just a drink. Wine is life, culture, inspiration, and the result of a lot of hard work. (Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner)