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Locally Owned & Operated Since 1985 Mahalo Hawai‘i! 615 Piikoi Street, Suite 102 Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96814 593-0700 or Toll-Free 1-800-551-1226 www.nonstop.travel ** CRUISE OVERVIEW: This timeless European river cruise vacation begins with two nights in vibrant Budapest, Hungary before sailing along the Danube River with exciting stops in Austria and Germany. Your Danube River cruise concludes in the golden city of Prague — the capital of the Czech Republic. In Budapest, Hungary’s lively capital, marvel at the eight bridges spanning the river and enjoy an introduction to the city by a local expert who shows you the must-see sights. Embark your Avalon Suite Ship® from Budapest and enjoy an amazing view of the landscapes of Bratislava while sailing. Vienna, Austria, offers stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Habsburg Palace, and the Vienna Opera House. In the heart of the Wachau wine region is Dürnstein, a 16 th century town with charming cobblestone streets and the baroque Stiftskirche with its luminous blue façade. In Melk, visit majestic Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe’s largest monasteries, and enjoy a tasting of some of the Wachau Valley’s famous Austrian wines. You’ll love a guided walk through Passau, with its narrow streets and beautiful Patrician houses. Further up the Danube River, you’ll arrive at the medieval walls of Regensburg — the only German city not bombed during WWII. Your last stop is the 1000-year-old city of Nuremberg, where you’ll marvel at the medieval fortifications, extraordinary Gothic churches, and the Imperial Castle. Disembark and travel to beautiful Prague. See the sights with a Local Guide and enjoy exploring on your own. Stroll across Charles Bridge, mix with the locals on Wenceslaus Square, and shop for hand-cut crystal and art books. A perfect ending to a memorable river cruise vacation! 11 Nights / 14 Days Travel to Budapest, Hungary & Return from Prague, Czech Republic Featuring 200 sq. ft. Panorama Suites Escorted from Honolulu Enjoy a 7-Night River Cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg with 2 Nights Pre-Cruise Hotel in Budapest & 2 Nights Post-Cruise Hotel in Prague May 10 – 23, 2021 Avalon View —New Ship!! Tour Managers: Dean & Annette Mizumura COUNTRIES: Hungary, Austria, Germany & Czech Republic RIVERS: Danube River INCLUDED FEATURES: • 2 Nights Hotel in Budapest at the Hotel Sofitel Chain Bridge or Similar including Daily Breakfast • 7-Nights Deluxe Cruise Accommodations in an Outside Stateroom — Most with Balconies • 2 Nights Hotel in Prague at the Hilton Prague Old Town or Similar including Daily Breakfast • Included Shore Excursions with Local Guide Daily with Personal Headset Included • Complimentary Wi-Fi Access • Premium L’Occitane Bath Amenities • Large Bathrooms — Showers with Glass Doors • Flatscreen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 100 free movie options • Complimentary bottled water, fresh fruit & cookies available throughout the day • Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast, wine, beer or soft drinks with lunch and dinner are included daily onboard • Linger over several selections from the Panorama Bistro’s tasting menu for a less formal “sit-down” atmosphere • Complimentary room service for Continental breakfast • Casual dinner in the Panorama Bistro • Choice of Classic, Active or Discovery excursions so that you can experience your cruise your way • Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, shade awnings & outdoor deck game area • Nordic walking sticks available onboard for complimentary check-out • AvalonGo App for your mobile device keeps you informed and on course before and during your cruise * Fares are per person, USD based on double occupancy and INCLUDE ALL AIRLINE & CRUISELINE TAXES AND FEES. Cruiseline and airline fuel supplements, taxes and fees are subject to change and tour member is responsible for any increases. Prices shown include cruise in Category E in a Fixed Window Stateroom on Indigo Deck. Some airline-imposed personal charges, including but not limited to baggage, priority boarding and special seating, may apply. For details visit www.TripAdvisor.com/AirlineFees. After initial deposit, a $75 per person Non-Stop Travel (NST) Cancellation Fee will apply. Group departures may be cancelled, if there are less than 24 tour members. Final Payment to NST for “non-cruiseline” Air and Land Package must be made by Money Order or Personal Check. NST does not guarantee that all tour members will fly together with Tour Manager. Tour Manager assignments, number of meals offered on tour, tour price, discount, and the “final” tour itinerary are subject to change with/without notice. NST reserves the right to correct errors or omissions including but not limited to, fares, fees and surcharges at any time. Travel to Europe in 2021 will require a Visa or Visa Waiver – price of this Visa or Visa waiver is not included in the price of this tour. ** Earn Rewards Every Time You Refer a Friend. For each “New-to-Non-Stop Travel” customer you refer, both you and your referral can receive a $25 discount off your next NST escorted group. 102820 HIGHLIGHTS & SIGHTSEEING: Budapest: Guided sightseeing, see Heroes’ Square Vienna: Scenic sailing, pass through Bratislava, Guided sightseeing Dürnstein – Wachau Valley – Melk: In Dürnstein choice of guided tour, or a hike up to the castle ruins with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk; onboard wine tasting Passau: Guided walk Regensburg: Guided walk, see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria Nuremberg: Lecture onboard; choice of guided sightseeing in Nuremberg or Roth, or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; onboard beer tasting Prague: Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit Hradčany Castle Grounds NON-STOP TRAVEL EXCLUSIVE OFFER! SAVE $500 PER PERSON FROM BROCHURE FARE MUST RESERVE BY NOVEMBER 30, 2020 EXCLUSIVE BONUS! Pre-Paid Gratuities 2 Free Drink Vouchers COMPLETE PACKAGES! INCLUDES ROUNDTRIP AIRFARE FROM HONOLULU, 7-NIGHT RIVER CRUISE, HOTELS, MEALS AND SIGHTSEEING AS INDICATED ON ITINERARY & ALL TRANSFERS, PORT CHARGES, TAXES AND FEES $ 6605 * FROM $ 6105 * 2021 BLUE DANUBE DISCOVERY With 2 Nights in Budapest & 2 Nights in Prague NEW SHIP!!

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Page 1: 2021 BLUE DANUBE DISCOVERY

Locally Owned & OperatedSince 1985 — Mahalo Hawai‘i!

615 Piikoi Street, Suite 102Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96814

593-0700or Toll-Free

1-800-551-1226www.nonstop.travel

**

C R U I S E OV E RV I E W: This timeless European river cruise vacation begins with two nights in vibrant Budapest, Hungary before sailing along the Danube River with exciting stops in Austria and Germany. Your Danube River cruise concludes in the golden city of Prague — the capital of the Czech Republic. In Budapest, Hungary’s lively capital, marvel at the eight bridges spanning the river and enjoy an introduction to the city by a local expert who shows you the must-see sights. Embark your Avalon Suite Ship® from Budapest and enjoy an amazing view of the landscapes of Bratislava while sailing. Vienna, Austria, offers stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Habsburg Palace, and the Vienna Opera House.

In the heart of the Wachau wine region is Dürnstein, a 16th century town with charming cobblestone streets and the baroque Stiftskirche with its luminous blue façade. In Melk, visit majestic Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe’s largest monasteries, and enjoy a tasting of some of the Wachau Valley’s famous Austrian wines. You’ll love a guided walk through Passau, with its narrow streets and beautiful Patrician houses. Further up the Danube River, you’ll arrive at the medieval walls of Regensburg — the only German city not bombed during WWII. Your last stop is the 1000-year-old city of Nuremberg, where you’ll marvel at the medieval fortifications, extraordinary Gothic churches, and the Imperial Castle. Disembark and travel to beautiful Prague. See the sights with a Local Guide and enjoy exploring on your own. Stroll across Charles Bridge, mix with the locals on Wenceslaus Square, and shop for hand-cut crystal and art books. A perfect ending to a memorable river cruise vacation!

11 Nights / 14 Days • Travel to Budapest, Hungary & Return from Prague, Czech RepublicFeaturing 200 sq. ft. Panorama Suites • Escorted from Honolulu Enjoy a 7-Night River Cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg with

2 Nights Pre-Cruise Hotel in Budapest & 2 Nights Post-Cruise Hotel in Prague May 10 – 23, 2021 • Avalon View —New Ship!! • Tour Managers: Dean & Annette Mizumura

COUNTRIES: Hungary, Austria, Germany & Czech Republic RIVERS: Danube River

INCLUDED FEATURES:• 2 Nights Hotel in Budapest at the Hotel Sofitel Chain Bridge or Similar

including Daily Breakfast

• 7-Nights Deluxe Cruise Accommodations in an Outside Stateroom — Most with Balconies

• 2 Nights Hotel in Prague at the Hilton Prague Old Town or Similar including Daily Breakfast

• Included Shore Excursions with Local Guide Daily with Personal Headset Included

• Complimentary Wi-Fi Access

• Premium L’Occitane Bath Amenities

• Large Bathrooms — Showers with Glass Doors

• Flatscreen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 100 free movie options

• Complimentary bottled water, fresh fruit & cookies available throughout the day

• Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast, wine, beer or soft drinks with lunch and dinner are included daily onboard

• Linger over several selections from the Panorama Bistro’s tasting menu for a less formal “sit-down” atmosphere

• Complimentary room service for Continental breakfast

• Casual dinner in the Panorama Bistro

• Choice of Classic, Active or Discovery excursions so that you can experience your cruise your way

• Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, shade awnings & outdoor deck game area

• Nordic walking sticks available onboard for complimentary check-out

• AvalonGo App for your mobile device keeps you informed and on course before and during your cruise

* Fares are per person, USD based on double occupancy and INCLUDE ALL AIRLINE & CRUISELINE TAXES AND FEES. Cruiseline and airline fuel supplements, taxes and fees are subject to change and tour member is responsible for any increases. Prices shown include cruise in Category E in a Fixed Window Stateroom on Indigo Deck. Some airline-imposed personal charges, including but not limited to baggage, priority boarding and special seating, may apply. For details visit www.TripAdvisor.com/AirlineFees. After initial deposit, a $75 per person Non-Stop Travel (NST) Cancellation Fee will apply. Group departures may be cancelled, if there are less than 24 tour members. Final Payment to NST for “non-cruiseline” Air and Land Package must be made by Money Order or Personal Check. NST does not guarantee that all tour members will fly together with Tour Manager. Tour Manager assignments, number of meals offered on tour, tour price, discount, and the “final” tour itinerary are subject to change with/without notice. NST reserves the right to correct errors or omissions including but not limited to, fares, fees and surcharges at any time. Travel to Europe in 2021 will require a Visa or Visa Waiver – price of this Visa or Visa waiver is not included in the price of this tour.

** Earn Rewards Every Time You Refer a Friend. For each “New-to-Non-Stop Travel” customer you refer, both you and your referral can receive a $25 discount off your next NST escorted group. 102820

HIGHLIGHTS & SIGHTSEEING:• Budapest: Guided sightseeing, see Heroes’ Square

• Vienna: Scenic sailing, pass through Bratislava, Guided sightseeing

• Dürnstein – Wachau Valley – Melk: In Dürnstein choice of guided tour, or a hike up to the castle ruins with your Adventure Host; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk; onboard wine tasting

• Passau: Guided walk

• Regensburg: Guided walk, see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria

• Nuremberg: Lecture onboard; choice of guided sightseeing in Nuremberg or Roth, or Nuremberg Rally Grounds tour; onboard beer tasting

• Prague: Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit Hradčany Castle Grounds

NON-STOP TRAVEL EXCLUSIVE OFFER!

SAVE $500 PER PERSON

FROM BROCHURE FARE

MUST RESERVE BY NOVEMBER 30, 2020

EXCLUSIVE BONUS!• Pre-Paid Gratuities

• 2 Free Drink Vouchers

COMPLETE PACKAGES!

INCLUDES ROUNDTRIP AIRFARE FROM HONOLULU, 7-NIGHT RIVER CRUISE,

HOTELS, MEALS AND SIGHTSEEING AS INDICATED ON ITINERARY & ALL TRANSFERS,

PORT CHARGES, TAXES AND FEES

$ 6605 *FROM

$ 6 1 0 5*

2021 BLUE DANUBE DISCOVERYWith 2 Nights in Budapest & 2 Nights in Prague

NEW SHIP!!

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Nuremberg

Roth

GERMANY

Regensburg

Passau

Melk

Vienna

BudapestAUSTRIA

CZECH REPUBLIC

Prague

SLOVAKIA

Main-Danube Canal

Danube RiverWachau ValleyInn River

Salzburg

HUNGARY

Dürnstein

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START CITYEND CITY

Select Sightseeing is included in tour. Additional optional tours are available for purchase through Avalon Waterways.In the event of technical or water level issues, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or alter the program, including hotel overnight when necessary. Guided Tours, Optional Excursions, activities, sailing and docking schedules may be contingent on weather conditions or other issues outside of Avalon’s control and therefore be subject to change at any time.

Day 1: Mon, May 10 – HONOLULU. Depart Honolulu.

Day 2: Tue, May 11 – IN TRANSIT.

Day 3: Wed, May 12 – BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. Welcome to Budapest – Hungary’s Captivating Capital! After completing arrival formalities meet the transfer to the hotel. Your hotel rooms will not be available until the afternoon. Take free time today to explore Budapest on your own. HOTEL SOFITEL CHAIN BRIDGE or similar (2 Nights)

Day 4: Thur, May 13 – BUDAPEST. Enjoy a Guided City Sightseeing, including the iconic Heroes’ Square. Take in the beauty of Budapest while enjoying a free afternoon exploring such famous sights as the Chain Bridge. Get to know the city’s cafés and pubs, or take a hike through the hills above the Danube. (B)

Day 5: Fri, May 14 – BUDAPEST – EMBARK AVALON VIEW – CRUISE OVERNIGHT TO VIENNA, AUSTRIA. With a free day to explore before your cruise, take time to take photographs on the Royal Palace grounds in this treasure trove of historical architecture. Try Budapest’s famous thermal bath spas, then lunch in a garden or rooftop eatery before boarding the Avalon View. The ship will cruise the evening/overnight to Vienna. (B, D)

Day 6: Sat, May 15 – VIENNA. Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host. Enjoy sailing the Danube, which shares dozens of miles with Hungary and Slovakia. Relax on the Sky Deck to see the rolling landscape and red-rooftops of the Slovakian capital of Bratislava come into view. This evening in Vienna, you may choose to join an Optional Excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert for an unforgettable evening of music in an elegant hall. This evening, the ship will dock overnight in Vienna. (B, L, D)

Day 7: Sun, May 16 – VIENNA – OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO DÜRNSTEIN. Explore the Habsburg Empire this morning on a Guided City Tour of Vienna’s gilded landmarks. See the Imperial Palace complex – the winter residence of the Imperial Family, the historic Vienna Opera House and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Join a Guided Optional Excursion to Schönbrunn Palace – summer home of the Habsburg Empire. Enjoy free time to take a tram to visit Vienna’s Prater amusement park or one of the many museums nearby. You may also borrow a bike from the ship to explore Vienna’s square or the banks of the Danube (on your own). Later, enjoy live entertainment onboard. This evening, the ship will cruise overnight to Dürnstein. (B, L, D)

Day 8: Mon, May 17 – DÜRNSTEIN – WACHAU VALLEY – MELK – OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO PASSAU. Join a Guided Walk, and hear the legendary tale of King Richard the Lionheart – who was imprisoned in the castle above the village during the Crusades – or Join a Hike up to the castle ruins with your Adventure Host for spectacular view of the village, Danube, and the Wachau Valley below. Enjoy coffee or a cocktail on the Sky Deck as you sail through the picturesque Wachau Valley

to Melk. Take a Guided Tour of Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to marvel at its frescoed ceilings, statues, incredible library, and ornate pipe organ. Enjoy the flavors of the Wachau Valley with a Wine Tasting onboard. The ship will cruise the evening and overnight to Passau. (B, L, D)

Day 9: Tue, May 18 – PASSAU, GERMANY – OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO REGENSBURG. Join a Guided City Walk to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers.” Alternatively, join a full day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg – the city of Mozart – or to the picturesque Bohemian town of Český Krumlov. Meet your ship back in Passau after your full-day selected activity for sailing. The ship will cruise the evening and overnight to Regensburg. (B, L, D)

Day 10: Wed, May 19 – REGENSBURG – OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ROTH. Join a Guided City Walk and see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria – built in 179 AD as the entrance to Castra Regina fortress. You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion visit the Benedictine Monastery in Weltenburg. Alternatively spend a free afternoon exploring Regensburg on foot or by bike through its charming streets. This evening, enjoy live entertainment after dinner as you cruise toward Roth. The ship will cruise the evening and overnight to Roth. (B, L, D)

Day 11: Thur, May 20 – ROTH – EVENING CRUISE TO NUREMBERG. Enjoy an Onboard Lecture about the Main-Danube Canal – linking these two rivers to make a vital connection enabling navigation between the North and Black Seas. Enjoy a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the Bavarian town of Roth – with its half-timbered houses, market squares, and 1535 hunting lodge Schloss Ratibor, or Choose a Guided Sightseeing of Nuremberg – with its medieval architecture, gilded fountain, gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle or Take a Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds – used by the Third Reich. Later, indulge in a Beer Tasting onboard. The ship will cruise this evening to Nuremberg. (B, L, D)

Day 12: Fri, May 21 – NUREMBERG – DISEMBARK AVALON VIEW – PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC. Disembark Avalon View. Transfer to Prague. Enjoy free time to explore the Golden City of Prague and its surrounding countryside. Consider sampling delicious plum dumplings and traditional Pilsner lager beside the Vltava River. HILTON PRAGUE OLD TOWN or similar (2 Nights) (B)

Day 13: Sat, May 22 – PRAGUE. Take a Guided City Walk, and visit the Hradčany Castle Grounds, see St. Vitus Cathedral, and Old Town’s Astronomical Clock. Spend free time hiking the nearby hillsides, or stay in town to stroll the city of Prague to photograph its stunning cityscape. You might catch the entertaining street performers, visit the market stalls at Charles Bridge, and sample Prague’s famous beer varieties in a local restaurant. (B)

Day 14: Sun, May 23 – PRAGUE – IN TRANSIT – HONOLULU. Bid Farewell to Prague as you prepare for your homeward flight. Arrive Honolulu. Aloha and Welcome Home! (B)

Special Assistance: You must notify NST, at time of reservation, of any disability requiring special attention. NST reserves the right to cancel your booking or terminate your vacation if your special needs or disabilities are not suitable for the vacation or if you are not traveling with a companion who will provide all the assistance you require. Wheelchair and Electric Scooter access outside of the USA is severely restricted. 102820

C ATEGORY FAR E

Cat E – Fixed Windows / Indigo Deck Forward, 172 sq. f t. $6,605 $6,105

Cat D – Fixed Windows / Indigo Deck Aft, 172 sq. f t. $6,804 $6,304

Cat B – French Balcony / Sapphire Deck Aft, 200 sq. f t. $7,854 $7,354

Cat A – French Balcony / Sapphire Deck Forward, 200 sq. f t. $7,904 $7,404

Cat P – French Balcony / Royal Deck, 200 sq. f t. $8,004 $7,504

Royal Suite – French Balcony / Royal Deck, 300 sq. f t. CALL

Final Payment Due: 12/29/20

Air & Land Deposit: $250 per person • Cruise Deposit (non-refundable): $250 per person