Included Bratislava Tour or Optional Home Hosted Visit . Your ship docks in Bratislava before breakfast time. After breakfast, disembark for a bus and walking tour of Slovakia’s capital. Set picturesquely at the foot of the Little Carpathian Mountains, Bratislava is dominated by its massive square castle. On your tour you visit the Old Town, where you see beautiful St. Martin’s Cathedral, Michael’s Gate with its 15th-century tower, the Main Square, aristocratic palaces, the baroque Jesuit Church, Rolland Fountain representing Knight Rolland and the National Theater. Return to your ship for lunch as you sail to Budapest.
Optional Home Hosted Visit
Enjoy a short bus tour through Bratislava and see the most important sites of the city. Afterwards, head to the outskirts and back-country of Bratislava to get to know “real” Slovakian families and experience what life is like in Slovakia. The guides will explain what everyday family life is like, as well as translate between guests and families. During the home visit, coffee, tea and cake will be offered. (cost of the optional tour is 49 euros, which includes motorcoach transportation and a guide)
Captain’s Farewell Reception & Dinner. Gather this evening to toast your memories and say farewell to your new found friends during the Captain’s Reception and enjoy the Captain’s Farewell Dinner. Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
An exciting opportunity in Bratislava
A TIME FOR GIFTS describes the castle in Bratislava as appearing like an upside down table.
I might be possible to see the arch of Carnuntum during the morning trip.