Keene, NH - May 13, 2008 - General Tours World Traveler's exclusive charter of the former State Ship of Austria was well-timed for a price-sensitive market, offering superior value for an all-inclusive European vacation. Although the lower deck has sold-out, there is still limited availability for upper deck staterooms and General Tours has just announced price reductions of $1,000 per couple. Now, travelers can enjoy the largest and best cabins of any river ship in Europe for just $2,999 per person.
This Affordable Luxury small ship vacation features specially-arranged shore excursions in every port, private receptions, exclusive concerts, and an enhanced shipboard program - offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience not available anywhere else:
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Traditional sightseeing in Vienna is enhanced by a private-invitation to the Spanish Riding School to see a rehearsal up-close
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An elegant dessert reception at the Augartenpalais concludes with a private concert by the Vienna Boys Choir here at their palace school
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A champagne reception and private concert at the Godollo Palace, summer residence of the last Austro-Hungarian Emperor, newly restored to its Baroque splendor
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Wine tasting on a castle terrace overlooking the scenic Wachau Valley
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Specially-arranged shipboard parties include a festive on-deck Oktoberfest Celebration as the MV Mozart sails back toward Bavaria
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To complement Deilmann's legendary shipboard dining, General Tours has added unlimited wine with dinner every evening
This 8-day Affordable Luxury cruise sails September 14 to 21, 2008 from Passau, Germany into Austria, Hungary, and Slovakia. Cruise fares for the Upper Deck have been cut from $3,499 to just $2,999 per person, double occupancy - including all meals, transfers, shore excursions, private events, and port and fuel charges. Attractively-priced economy and business class airfares are available on Lufthansa and United.