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This is the heart of Europe: Alpine vistas in Switzerland, Germany and Austria; preserved medieval towns and castles along the legendary Rhine and Danube waterways; imperial splendors in Vienna and Budapest; cafés, bistros, and bierstubes in villages off-the-beaten-path; and architectural triumphs in grand cities of Amsterdam, Berlin, Warsaw, Prague, Dubrovnik, and more. When you embark on Central and Eastern Europe travel days with Tauck you go far beyond traditional sights to discover the region’s varied cultural personas.


New! Oberammergau 2010

2010 Oberammergau Tours! Be among the first in 2008 to receive details about Tauck’s journeys in 2010 to Obergammergau, Germany to see one of the world’s greatest events, the Passion Play!

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Land Journeys:


Croatia and Slovenia – 2008
Discover a world of ancient walled cities, medieval villages and Roman ruins on an 11-day Croatia tour that explores Dubrovnik, Hvar, Split, Salona and Zagreb, and includes Ljubljana in Slovenia.

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Alpine Interlude – 2008
New for 2008 - A resort stay in Interlaken, a cogwheel train journey to the Jungfraujoch, and a classical music concert in Salzburg are some of the highlights of this 12-day journey through the Austrian, German, Italian and Swiss Alps.

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Switzerland – 2008
No Switzerland travel adventure is complete without picturesque mountains, sparkling lakes and fashionable cities including Montreux, St. Moritz, and Lucerne; journey by cogwheel train, and enjoy a rail excursion in a private domed observation car aboard the Glacier Express.

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Warsaw, Budapest, Vienna & Prague – 2008
Our two-week Eastern Europe and Poland tour includes a visit to medieval Cracow, the memorial at Auschwitz, a private Chopin recital in Warsaw, a dinner cruise on the Danube in Budapest, a private concert in Vienna, and a special evening at a castle in Prague.

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Romantic Germany – 2008
Discover the lush valleys of the River Rhine, magnificent alpine scenery in Bavaria and historic legacies in Berlin on this extensive Germany travel adventure; visit such famed locales as Heidelberg, Baden-Baden, Munich and Dresden.

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A Week In... Imperial Europe – 2008
Tauck's one-week Eastern European tour includes multiple nights in the imperial cities of Budapest, Vienna and Prague plus picturesque travels through the Hungarian, Austrian, and the Czech Republic countryside.

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A Week In... the Mediterranean
Wonders of Greece
New for 2008! Experience the best of Greek history and culture on our new 10-day Greece vacation, The Wonders of Greece. From ancient Thessaloníki to the astounding rock-perched monasteries of Metéora to mystical Delphi and Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games, to Athens, this Greece vacation inspires at every turn.

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Oberammergau 2010
Be among the first in 2008 to receive details about Tauck’s journeys in 2010 to Obergammergau, Germany – and see one of the world’s greatest events, the Passion Play!

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River Boat Cruising Journeys:


Holland & Belgium in Spring - 2009
Colorful flowers, picturesque windmills, art museums, canal-laced medieval towns, and a look at the art of making chocolate highlight this most memorable of springtime Belgium and Holland cruises along scenic inland waterways aboard Swiss Sapphire or Swiss Emerald.

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The Blue Danube – 2009
Wind your way past medieval landscapes on a Danube River cruise aboard Swiss Emerald, Swiss Sapphire, or the new Swiss Jewel to discover castles, cathedrals, frescoes and Habsburg palaces in five European countries. Includes land stays featuring two nights each in Prague and Budapest at centrally located 5-star hotels.

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Amsterdam to Budapest by Riverboat – 2009
Tauck's Danube, Main, and Rhine cruise aboard Swiss Sapphire, Swiss Emerald or the new Swiss Jewel glides past ancient castles and soaring cathedrals, taking in revered UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Schönbrunn Palace and Kölner Dam (Cologne Cathedral).

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The Rhine and Moselle – 2009
The newest of Tauck's Rhine River cruises explores two of Europe's most scenic rivers between Amsterdam and the northernmost corner of Switzerland on a 12-night cruise aboard Swiss Sapphire or Swiss Emerald – including four days discovering the castles, wineries and medieval market towns of the Moselle Valley.

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Budapest to the Black Sea – The Lower Danube – 2009
Explore Europe's heart on one of Tauck’s popular Danube cruises aboard Swiss Sapphire, Swiss Emerald or the new Swiss Jewel between Budapest and the Black Sea, along what was once a highway for ancient civilizations. See dramatic castles, quaint towns, and centuries-old monasteries, and enjoy the cultural treasures of Budapest and Bucharest.

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Prague to the Black Sea – 2009
Tauck's 19-day journey through Europe’s ancient heart – combining The Blue Danube and Budapest to the Black Sea and including an unforgettable 14-night luxury riverboat cruise along the Danube aboard either Swiss Emerald, Swiss Sapphire or the new Swiss Jewel – offers the very best in Eastern Europe travel!

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Grand European Cruise – 2009
Explore European landscapes on Tauck's ultimate North Sea to Black Sea tour by riverboat! Set off aboard Swiss Emerald, Swiss Sapphire or the new Swiss Jewel on a grand 3-week cruise through nine European countries along the Rhine, Main and Danube, plus two nights at a historic 5-star hotel in Bucharest.

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Ocean Cruising Journeys:


Mediterranean Voyage: Monte Carlo to Athens – 2009
Voyage through time aboard a luxurious Regent cruise ship; from Monte Carlo cruise for 7 days to Rome, Sicily, the Cote d’Azur, ancient Ephesus, the Turkish Riviera and the Greek Isles; spend two nights on land in the heart of Monte Carlo and Athens.

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Treasures of the Mediterranean – 2009
Tauck’s 11-day journey features a week-long Mediterranean cruise aboard Le Ponant to Corsica, Sicily, and Malta, plus the islands of Lipari, Ponza, Elba and Stromboli – and takes in Monte-Carlo and the Amalfi Coast.

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Istanbul & the Black Sea – 2009
Explore a treasure trove of historic sites in Ukraine, Romania, Bulgaria and Turkey on a 7-night Black Sea cruise aboard the small ship Le Levant, plus four nights at a luxury hotel in Istanbul.

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Treasures of the Aegean – 2009
From the Parthenon to the Blue Mosque, see classical antiquities and UNESCO World Heritage Sites on an Aegean Sea and Greek Island cruise that features memorable hotel stays in Athens and Istanbul.

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Venice and the Dalmatian Coast
Venice & the Dalmatian Coast – 2009
View the pristine Dalmatian coastline from the sea aboard Le Levant, taking in castles, palaces, and cultural treasures on a Croatia travel adventure that begins in amazing Venice and explores UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Dubrovnik, Kotor and Diocletian's Palace.

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Mediterranean Discovery – 2009
From France's glamorous Côte d'Azur to Spain's Costa Brava and lovely Majorca, a magical cruise aboard Tauck's private yacht Le Ponant sails to some of the most popular spots in Europe.

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City Extensions



Warsaw / Cracow – 2009
New for 2009 – Tauck’s new 5-day, 4-night Poland tours are the perfect way to make your Tauck European vacation last a little longer. A three-night stay in Warsaw puts this wonderful city, with so much to explore, at your fingertips. Spend a night in a magnificent 15th-century merchant’s house as you discover the many delights of Cracow. Your local host provides concierge-style services to enhance your enjoyment of your time in Poland.
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Berlin / Dresden – 2009
New for 2009 – Extend your vacation with a 5-day, 4-night Germany travel adventure including two-night stays in both Berlin and Dresden. Visit the Meissen Porcelain Factory and explore Potsdam’s World War II significance. Discover the recently completed reconstruction of Dresden and its landmark, the elaborate Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady), and soak up the history and modern ambiance of Berlin while enjoying the services of a knowledgeable local host.

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Family Travel to Central & Eastern Europe:



Once Upon a Time: Budapest to Vienna
Once Upon a Time: Budapest to Vienna – 2009
New for 2009 - Family FYI: Did you know that there are over 1,440 rooms in Schönbrunn Palace? An insider's tour of the Lipizzaner horse farm, a private Danube River cruise, a medieval feast, and a cogwheel train ride through the Vienna woods are just a few highlights of this magical journey from Budapest to Vienna, one of Tauck Bridges' newest Europe family tours.

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Cruising the Blue Danube
Cruising the Blue Danube – 2009
New for 2009 - Family FYI: Did you know that King Richard the Lionhearted was once held for ransom in a castle in what is now Austria? See the Old World through new eyes on one of our newest Europe tours – a family-friendly 7-night Danube riverboat cruise filled with fun, adventure and discoveries in some of Europe's greatest cities!

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