Day	Location	Arr	Dep
Saturday, Aug 26	Arrive Budapest, Hungary / Program Begins
Sunday, Aug 27	Budapest, Hungary
Monday, Aug 28	Budapest, Hungary - Board the ms Johan Strauss
Tuesday, Aug 29	Bratislava, Slovakia
Wednesday, Aug 30	Vienna, Austria
Thursday, Aug 31	Vienna, Austria
Friday, Sep 1	Durstein / Melk, Austria
Saturday, Sep 2	Linz, Austria / Passau, Germany
Sunday, Sep 3	Regensburg, Germany
Monday, Sep 4	Nuremburg, Germany - Transfer to Prague, Czech Republic and the Hilton Hotel
Tuesday, Sep 5	Prague, Czech Republic
Wednesday, Sep 6	Depart Prague, Czech Republic / Program Ends
Itinerary subject to change

Overview RSVP leads the way again, we first created gay and lesbian charter cruises on the high seas, and again created the first gay and lesbian riverboat cruises. Our Budapest-Prague riverboat cruises have been ever popular and sell out quickly. A combination of a Riverboat Cruise and Tour is one of the best ways for gays and lesbians to experience Eastern Europe. When we combine a tour with a river/canal cruise we can experience so much of this fascinating part of Europe in style and comfort and in the great camaraderie of other gay and lesbian travelers.

We've created an itinerary that includes the two best Eastern European cities that have for very good reason become prime destinations for gay and lesbian travelers. RSVP makes it simple and elegant to visit the sexy and exciting towns of Budapest and Prague. We also visit Vienna and a host of villages and towns in between. The beauty of the mountains and countryside along the Danube is reason enough to see this enchanted and historic part of the world, but this vacation offers so much more.

We start with a tour in Budapest, Hungary, where we explore and enjoy two days in one of Europe's most beautiful cities. We'll join the ms Johann Strauss in Budapest and travel to Bratislava, Slovakia and then along the Danube and then have two evenings and two full days in Vienna, Austria; to Durnstein & Melk; on to Linz for an optional excursion to Salzburg then on to Passau; to Regensburg; from here we travel to through the Bavarian forests of Germany before our arrival in Nuremberg with a transfer to Prague for two days and two nights. Our riverboat and tour events are different than the RSVP "cruise" vacations that you may be familiar with: it is both a cruise and a tour. Including a seven day cruise on the Danube, and before the cruise, a tour of Budapest and a two-night hotel stay in this amazing city and after the cruise a two-night stay in Prague. If you can't get away for the entire 13 days of the event a 7-day cruise-only rate is available. (Ask when you make your booking). 

RSVP has chartered the entire ship. This gives you the freedom to be yourself, and you'll find the great camaraderie, the extras and the attention to detail that you have come to expect from the leader of gay and lesbian vacations.

Venue
The riverboat we have selected for this event is one of the newest ships sailing Europe's waterways - the ms Johann Strauss. Celebrating her inaugural year in 2004, the ms Johann Strauss is one of the newest river cruise ships in Europe. As you step on board, your eyes are met by a gleaming, two-story lobby lit by a central glass skylight. It's a fitting introduction to the breathtaking views that accompany this modern, spacious vessel. 

The 90 staterooms, designed by famous architect Hans Sabert, are some of the largest of any river cruise ship at 170 square feet. Seventy percent of the staterooms have floor to ceiling windows that open to French balconies (these are doors that open the room to the outside - turning the room itself into a balcony), and all staterooms offer scenic views. Of course, the rest of the ship is equally inviting from the elegant dining room, to the comfortable lounge and spacious recreation areas.

Day 1 - Arrive Budapest / Program Begins
Arrive in Budapest and transfer to your hotel, the Sofitel Atrium , The balance of the day is free to relax or begin exploring this beautiful city. This evening, meet with other RSVP guests at the hotel, dinner is on your own.

Day 2 - Budapest
Morning sightseeing includes historic Buda Castle, where you have a splendid view of the twin cities of Buda and Pest spread over both banks of the river. Your tour also features 500-year old Matthias Church, St. Stephen's Basilica, distinctive Fisherman's Bastion, the marvelous Royal Palace and much more. The balance of the day is at leisure. Perhaps explore the main square, ancient Buda, or stroll through the Statue Park. (B)

Day 3 - Budapest/Embark ms Johann Strauss
Enjoy a free morning in Budapest. This afternoon transfer to your luxurious river cruise ship docked in the center of the city. Step aboard and settle in for an enchanting week of cruising. Tonight gather on board for a Gala Welcome Dinner. (B,D)

Day 4 - Bratislava, Slovakia
Arrive in Slovakia today. A guided tour of Bratislava, Slovakia's capital, reveals the city's major sights. From imposing 13th century Bratislava Castle, you will enjoy breathtaking views overlooking three countries - Slovakia, Austria and Hungary. Your afternoon is free to shop or explore on your own. Tonight enjoy an evening music performance on board. (B,L,D)

Day 5 - Vienna, Austria
Arrive after breakfast and enjoy a day in captivating Vienna. A sightseeing tour includes Hofburg Palace, the Vienna Opera House, Ringstrasse and St. Stephen's Cathedral. Then a free afternoon to stroll along Kärntnerstrasse or sample Vienna's famous pastries. Tonight explore the vibrant Austrian capital on your own, or come along for an optional Mozart and Strauss concert. (B,L,D)

Day 6 - Vienna, Austria
Another day in Vienna is yours to enjoy as you like. Relax by the pool on deck, stroll the city at your own pace or take one of the optional tours available, including a guided tour of Schonbrunn Palace. (B,L,D)

Day 7 - Durnstein to Melk
Cruise through the Wachau Valley this morning. Stop in Dürnstein and marvel at the Baroque Stiftskirche. Above town you will spot the ruins of the castle where Richard the Lionheart, the King of England, was imprisoned in 1192. At lunchtime, continue on a short cruise to Melk. A guided tour takes you to the town's magnificent Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe's largest baroque monasteries. An evening wine tasting highlights your visit to the lovely Wachau Valley. (B,L,D)

Day 8 - Linz, Austria to Passau, Germany (Optional tour of Salzberg)
After breakfast, take an optional full day excursion to fascinating Salzburg and its "Sound of Music" sights, or cruise through Upper Austria to Passau in Germany, where the Rivers Inn and Ilz join the Danube. At dinnertime, depart for Regensburg. (B,L,D)

Day 9 - Regensburg, Germany
Morning arrival in beautiful Regensburg. A guided tour will show you the city's architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall, and the Porta Pretoria - gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. Marvel at beautiful churches and one of the oldest bridges crossing the Danube. Later, continue up the Danube to Kelheim, where you will embark on a boat trip through the lovely Danube Gorge to Weltenburg Abbey. (B,L,D)

Day 10 - Nuremberg, Germany to Prague
Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Prague. After checking in to your hotel, the Hilton. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B)

Day 11 - Prague, Czech Republic
Today's sightseeing highlights the "Golden City." View the castle district, St. Vitus' Cathedral, Wenceslas Square and Golden Lane. Remainder of your day is at your leisure. (B)

Day 12 - Prague, Czech Republic / Program Ends
(B)

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner - Indicates meals included in the program.