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Paris never goes out of style. So, let Vantage return you — or introduce you — to this timeless capital on a romantic 3-night extension. You’ll be seduced by the city’s intoxicating allure, where every corner offers the chance to fall in love — whether with the city itself on a panoramic tour, or with the luscious food! You’ll enjoy the best location at Paris Marriott Opera Ambassador Hotel, as well as the the services of our worldwide Concierge to plan activities and make restaurant reservations. Take advantage of your intercontinental experience and linger a while longer! Embrace the Parisian way of life on this intimate tour in the City of Lights.
Fly to Paris
Fly overnight to Paris, France, arriving on Day 2.
Arrive in beautiful Paris
Welcome to Paris! If you purchased your flight from Vantage, you’ll be met upon arrival at the airport by a Vantage representative who will assist you with the transfer to your hotel. After checking in to your chic and central hotel, enjoy a Welcome Drink and Dinner.
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Enjoy a panoramic tour of Paris
The day will begin with a breakfast at the hotel before setting off on a panoramic city tour. Immerse in the beauty of such an emblematic and romantic destination, including photo stops at Trocadero to see the Eiffel Tower up close and the Ile de le Cité, a city-centric island home to Notre Dame Cathedral. Later, indulge your evening at leisure to mingle among the Parisians, with dinner on your own.
Enjoy Paris at your leisure today
Following breakfast at your hotel, you’ll have a full day at your leisure to explore the sites of Paris on your own.
Destination Enhancement: Customize your journey when you add an optional excursion. Make the most of your time in France with an optional visit to the charming village of Montmartre. Learn more
Discover the beauty and charm of the French village of Montmartre during an optional guided tour. This is the most picturesque neighborhood in Paris and has served as an inspiration for artists, from master impressionists to modern street artists, for over a century. Stroll through Montmartre's cobblestone streets, legendary cabarets, and eclectic cafes. You'll feel as if you've stepped back in time, walking in the footsteps of Picasso and Van Gogh.
Due to high call volume, we recommend you visit MyPortfolio to book this Destination Enhancement. Don’t wait — these optional experiences are limited to a select number of guests and are selling out fast!
This tour is available during your optional trip extension in Paris, France.
Transfer to your ship and stop in Metz
Depart the City of Lights and transfer via coach to your ship. On your way to join the base trip, enjoy a lunchtime stop in Metz, one of France's bustling university towns, with charming design and architecture. You'll have a short orientation walk around town with some free time on your own. Upon arrival at your port, embark your ship and begin your river cruise.
Make the most of your included airfare by adding another wonderful European country to your passport — three nights in magnificent Prague, an elegant, Old World capital of the Czech Republic, boasting many grand castles; and two nights in Bratislava, the delightful capital of Slovakia. In Prague, you'll enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Jewish Quarter. En route to Bratislava, you'll stop in Brno, Czech Republic for a stroll with your city host. Then, in the capital city of Bratislava, a Baroque city along the Danube River cruise portion of your journey, you'll be captivated by the many historic treasures on a walking tour. To conclude your journey, you'll stop in the village of Dunaalmas, Hungary for a community hosted lunch, where you can help prepare the meal with guidance from your friendly hosts.
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Fly overnight to Prague, Czech Republic
Today you will depart home on an overnight flight to Prague.
Arrive Prague and relax
Today, you’ll land in Prague. If you purchased your airfare from Vantage, a Vantage representative will meet you and arrange transfer to your hotel located in the heart of Prague. Settle in and relax, then perhaps you’ll join your City Host for an orientation walking tour in the neighborhood around your hotel. Then, meet your fellow travelers at a Welcome Reception and Dinner at the hotel. Cultural Connection:
Prague's Old Town and the Jewish Quarter
Your Prague discoveries begin with a walking tour of important sites such as Kampa Park, the statue-studded Charles Bridge, and Old Town Square with its medieval Town Hall and famed Astronomical Clock. You’ll continue on to the historic Josefov Jewish Quarter to learn about the turbulent history and rich culture of this area. Here, you’ll see the Holocaust Memorial at the Pinkas Synagogue and the Jewish cemetery, which dates to the early 15th century.
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Explore Prague on your own
Enjoy a day at leisure in Prague to explore as you wish. Perhaps you’ll delve into Prague’s artistic side, admiring the avant-garde sculptures of David Černý. Or peer into St. Vitus Cathedral, then visit the Alphonse Mucha Museum to admire some art nouveau treasures. This eclectic city is yours to discover at your own pace.
Destination Enhancement: Customize your journey when you add an optional excursion. Step back in time to the 9th century with an optional tour of Prague Castle. Learn more
Embark on an optional tour of magnificent Prague Castle, one of the most significant cultural and historical sites in the Czech Republic. Founded in the 9th century by Prince Bořivoj of the Premyslid Dynasty, this is the largest coherent castle complex in the world, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. Renovated in 1929 by Slovenian architect Jože Plečnik, today it serves as the seat of the head of the state for the Czech Republic.
This tour is available during your optional trip extension in Prague, Czech Republic.
Visit Brno en route to Bratislava, Slovakia
Transfer from Prague to Bratislava, with a stop in the charming Moravian city of Brno where you will enjoy an orientation walk and lunch on your own. Continuing on to Bratislava, you’ll settle into your hotel and enjoy dinner on your own. Cultural Connection:
Explore Bratislava on a walking tour
Get to know Bratislava today during a wonderful walking tour led by expert local guide. Bratislava is quite compact so it will be easy to explore further on your own this afternoon. Included Feature:
Dunaalmás community-hosted lunch, embark ship
Today you’ll transfer from Bratislava to Budapest to embark ship and commence your cruise. But along the way you’ll stop in the small town of Dunaalmás for a community-hosted lunch and strudel-making demonstration. Cultural Connection:
Journey toward Paris, with a stop in Metz
Your extension begins with breakfast aboard the ship. Then, you'll transfer via coach toward Paris. On the way, stop for lunch (on your own) in Metz, one of France's bustling university towns, with charming design and architecture. You'll also have a short orientation walk around town, with some free time on your own. Upon arrival in Paris, check into your chic and central hotel, and join an orientation walk. Enjoy an evening at leisure with dinner on your own. Feel free to ask your City Host for recommendations.
Welcome to Paris! The day will begin with breakfast at the hotel before setting off on a panoramic city tour. Immerse in the beauty of such an emblematic and romantic destination, including photo stops at Trocadero to see the Eiffel Tower up close and the Ile de le Cité, a city-centric island home to Notre Dame Cathedral. Later, indulge your evening at leisure to mingle among the Parisians, with dinner on your own.
Fly home from Paris
After a sumptuous breakfast buffet at your hotel, you'll check out and transfer to the Paris-Charles De Gaulle Airport and depart France on a flight back home to the U.S.
Dunaalmás community-hosted lunch
Today you’ll transfer from Budapest to Bratislava. Along the way you’ll stop in the small town of Dunaalmás for a community-hosted lunch and strudel-making demonstration. You’ll reach Bratislava afterward and check into your hotel. Cultural Connection:
Visit Brno en route to Prague
Transfer from Bratislava to Prague, with a stop in the charming Moravian city of Brno where you will enjoy an orientation walk and lunch on your own. Continuing on to Prague, you’ll settle into your hotel and enjoy dinner on your own. Afterwards, you can try some of Prague’s famous beer during a pub crawl organized by your City Host. Cultural Connections:
Return home
Today you’ll fly home from Prague’s airport.
