In 2018: Prague to Bucharest (or reverse) - 20 days
In 2019: Bucharest to Prague (or reverse) - 22 days |
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Detailed Itinerary: Prague to Bucharest
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Day 1: ARRIVE IN PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
Arrive in Prague and transfer to your hotel. The balance of the day is free to start exploring this beautiful city.
Day 2: PRAGUE
Your morning sightseeing tour takes you to Prague’s historic city center, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a panoramic tour of the city before visiting the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle. Afterwards, walk over Charles Bridge to the Old Town Square. This evening, an optional “Folklore Dinner Show” provides an opportunity to learn about Czech music, dance and cultural traditions. (B)
Day 3: PRAGUE
Spend the day at your leisure or take an optional excursion to Terezin, the infamous WWII concentration camp that is now a memorial to those who perished. (B)
Day 4: PRAGUE - REGENSBURG - VILSHOFEN (EMBARKATION DAY)
Depart Prague this morning and stop in Regensburg for a guided walking tour of one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After lunch on your own, continue on to the charming 1,200-year-old Bavarian town of Vilshofen and board your luxurious ship. Later this afternoon, join your fellow passengers at a private “Oktoberfest” celebration in Vilshofen, with traditional beers and Bavarian folk music and dancing. Later, enjoy a festive Welcome Dinner aboard the ship. (B,D)
Day 5: VILSHOFEN - PASSAU, GERMANY
This morning you are free to explore Vilshofen’s beautiful old town before cruising to Passau. This afternoon you will have a walking tour of this 2,000-year-old city, noted for its Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture, cobblestone streets, and St. Stephan’s Cathedral, home to one of the world’s largest pipe organs. (B,L,D)
Day 6: LINZ, AUSTRIA
The ship arrives this morning in Linz. Enjoy a walking tour of the second largest city in Austria. Later, you will have a choice of three different excursions. The first option is a visit to the Austrian Lake District, the scenic Salzkammergut region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The second option is an excursion to the Czech town of Cesky Krumlov, a wonderfully preserved medieval town nestled in the hills just over the Austrian-Czech border. The third choice is an excursion to Salzburg, Mozart’s birthplace, where you will take a walking tour of the historic center made famous by the “Sound of Music.” (B,L,D)
Day 7: WEISSENKIRCHEN – KREMS
Cruise through the narrow Strudengau this morning en route to Melk. A guided tour will take you through Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe’s largest and most famous monastic sites, home to religious relics and a library filled with medieval manuscripts. From here, continue cruising the beautiful Wachau Valley to Krems, where you will take a motor coach ride to Dürnstein. On your walking tour of this picturesque old town, you’ll see the magnificent blue façade of the local abbey church and the ruins of a castle where Richard the Lionheart was once imprisoned. Tonight, after dinner on board, enjoy a wine tasting at a winery. (B,L,D)
Day 8: VIENNA
During your morning city tour of Vienna, you will see the famous Opera House, the Ringstrasse and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. The afternoon is free to stroll through the historic city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or take an optional excursion to Schönbrunn Palace. This evening, you will have the opportunity to attend an optional Mozart and Strauss concert. The ship moors in Vienna overnight. (B,L,D)
Day 9: BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA
Enjoy a scenic morning cruise to Bratislava, where you will have a walking tour that includes the Old Town Hall, Mirbach Palace and St. Martin’s Cathedral. The remainder of the day is free to explore on your own. (B,L,D)
Day 10: BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
This morning, your sightseeing tour takes you to the historic Buda Castle, which offers a splendid view of the river and the twin cities of Buda and Pest. Your tour also features the Fisherman’s Bastion, Royal Palace, St. Stephen’s Basilica and Heroes’ Square. The afternoon is free for you to explore on your own. After dinner, the ship will sail a special “Illuminations Cruise” past the glittering river front of Budapest. (B,L,D)
Day 11: BUDAPEST
After breakfast this morning, you will have an excursion to Puszta, the great Hungarian plain that stretches to the eastern border of the country. This area is home to Hungarian cowboys who still wear traditional dress and practice the skills of their Magyar ancestors. After touring a typical csarda (farm), you will see an amazing performance of Hungarian horsemanship. You’ll also enjoy warm Hungarian hospitality and a traditional lunch of goulash before returning to the ship in Budapest. (B,L,D)
Day 12: MOHACS - PÉCS - VILLANY
Arrive in Mohács today and depart for your excursion to Pécs. Founded more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans, Pécs was an important cultural base during many centuries of Ottoman rule. You will see St. Peter’s Basilica, the city’s main Catholic cathedral, as well as the restored Synagogue, before returning to the ship in Mohács. After lunch, enjoy a wine-tasting excursion to sample aromatic, spicy wines from the vineyards of Villány. (B,L,D)
Day 13: VUKOVAR, CROATIA - NOVI SAD
This morning, your “Yugoslav Civil War” tour of Vukovar will show you the Ovcara Memorial, the monumental cross that serves as a memorial to those who lost their lives during Croatia’s struggle for independence. You may also choose a wine tasting excursion to the town of Ilok instead. Enjoy lunch on board as you cruise to Novi Sad, Serbia, one of Europe’s greatest historical treasures. On your afternoon walking tour of the city, you will see the Petrovaradin fortress, a mighty stronghold no enemy has ever breached, now home to a hotel, museum and artists’ studios. Some guests will also see the Novi Sad Synagogue, a beautiful structure located in the Old Town District. (B,L,D)
Day 14: BELGRADE, SERBIA
Wake up in Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, and enjoy a panoramic tour of the city that includes the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Temple of St. Sava. After your tour, you will have free time in the city center to stroll along Prince Michael Street, the city’s main shopping area. (B,L,D)
Day 15: CRUISING - IRON GATES
Today, enjoy a full day of cruising through one of Europe’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders, the Iron Gates. Here the Danube narrows as it winds through a series of magnificent gorges between Serbia and Romania. The banks of the river along this natural border are lined with sheer-faced rocks that stretch high overhead, a sight that will be an unforgettable highlight of your cruise. (B,L,D)
Day 16: VIDIN, BULGARIA
Today you will visit Belogradchik, a beautifully restored castle dating back to the Dark Ages, located in a stunning landscape of unusual rock formations. Continue on to the Baba Vida Fortress, the only entirely preserved medieval castle in the country. Standing guard over the Danube at the Bulgarian frontier town of Vidin, this massive medieval castle has thick walls and four imposing towers, a stark contrast to the peaceful park that surrounds it. Inside, you’ll be treated to a fascinating historical re-enactment. The ship departs early afternoon. (B,L,D)
Day 17: GIURGIU - VELIKO TARNOVO - ROUSSE
Today, enjoy a visit to the ancient capital of Bulgaria, Veliko Turnavo. Here you will tour Tsarevets Hill, the old citadel of the city. You will see the old fortress walls, the Royal Palaces and the Patriarchal church, and the Baldwin’s Tower. Guests who wish to shop may instead visit Samovodska Charshia, a traditional market street. Return to the ship afterward and enjoy a free evening. (B,L,D)
Day 18: ROUSSE (DISEMBARKATION DAY) - BUCHAREST, ROMANIA
Disembark the ship in Rousse and continue your tour by motor coach. Today we explore Bucharest, the “Paris of the East.” Begin with a city tour that features a visit to the Open Air Museum, dedicated to preserving the traditional architecture of rural Romania. After lunch, guests will have a choice between free time in the newly renovated Lipscani district, the historical city center of Bucharest, or a guided tour of the Palace of the Parliament. Later this afternoon check in to your hotel. The evening is free for you to explore the city on your own if you wish. (B,L)
Day 19: BUCHAREST - TRANSYLVANIA
After breakfast, enjoy a full day excursion today to the legendary region of Transylvania, a place deeply rooted in myth and history and comfortable nestled between the Carpathian Mountains. Take a scenic country drive to Sinaia, where you’ll have an opportunity to see the exquisite Peles Castles, a former summer palace for Romanian royalty. Continue on to Bran for where you will have some free time for lunch before visiting the infamous Bran Castle, otherwise known as Dracula’s Castle. (B)
Day 20: DEPART BUCHAREST
Bid farewell to Burcharest as you prepare for your homeward flight. (B)
Departures & Pricing
Detailed Itinerary: Prague to Bucharest
Skip to Bucharest to Prague itinerary
Day 1: ARRIVE IN BUCHAREST, ROMANIA
Arrive in Bucharest and check-in to your hotel. The balance of the day is free to start exploring this beautiful city.
Day 2:BUCHAREST – TRANSYLVANIA
Enjoy a full day excursion today to the legendary region of Transylvania, a place deeply rooted in myth and history and comfortable nestled between the Carpathian Mountains. Take a scenic country drive to Sinaia, where you’ll have an opportunity to see the exquisite Peles Castles, a former summer palace for Romanian royalty. Continue on to Bran for where you will have some free time for lunch before visiting the infamous Bran Castle, otherwise known as Dracula’s Castle. (B)
Day 3: BUCHAREST – ROUSSE, BULGARIA (EMBARKATION DAY)
Today we explore Bucharest, the “Paris of the East.” Begin your day with a city tour that features a visit to the Open Air Museum, dedicated to preserving the traditional architecture of rural Romania. After lunch, guests will have a choice between free time in the newly renovated Lipscani district, the historical city center of Bucharest, or a guided tour of the Palace of the Parliament. Tonight, gather on board for a Welcome Dinner. (B,L,D)
Day 4:GIURGIU – VELIKO TARNOVO
Today, enjoy a visit to the ancient capital of Bulgaria, Veliko Turnavo. Here you will tour Tsarevets Hill, the old citadel of the city. You will see the old fortress walls, the Royal Palaces and the Patriarchal church, and the Baldwin’s Tower. Guests who wish to shop may instead visit Samovodska Charshia, a traditional market street. Return to the ship afterward and enjoy a free evening. (B,L,D)
Day 5:VIDIN, BULGARIA
Today, enjoy a leisurely day of cruising the Danube, arriving in early afternoon at the Bulgarian frontier town of Vidin. The 14th-century Baba Vida castle stands guard over the Danube with its massive walls and dark towers, a stark contrast to the natural park that surrounds it. From here, take an excursion to Belogradchik, a restored 6th-century fortress located in a stunning landscape of unusual rock formations. The ship departs late tonight. (B,L,D)
Day 6:CRUISING – IRON GATES
Enjoy a full day of cruising through one of Europe's most awe-inspiring natural wonders, the Iron Gates. The Danube narrows here as it winds through a range of magnificent gorges between the Carpathian Mountains and the Balkan Mountains. Today’s passage will be an unforgettable highlight of your Black Sea adventure. The ship cruises through the night, en route to Serbia. (B,L,D)
Day 7: BELGRADE, SERBIA
Wake up in Belgrade, the capital of Serbia. On your panoramic city tour, you will visit the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Temple of St. Sava. Afterwards, you will have free time in the city center to stroll along Prince Michael Street, the main pedestrian and shopping center of the city. The ship departs very late tonight. (B,L,D)
Day 8: NOVI SAD – ILOK – VUKOVAR, CROATIA
Arrive in Novi Sad in the morning and enjoy a walking tour, beginning at Danube Park and strolling through the old town center. After your tour, continue on to Vukovar, Croatia, arriving this evening. You will have a choice of tours, either Vukovar or Ilok. The city tour of Vukovar includes the Ovcara Memorial, the monumental cross that is a memorial to those who lost their lives during Croatia’s struggle for independence. The tour of Ilok includes a visit to a local winery to sample different vintages, followed by a walking tour of the town. After you rejoin the ship in Vukovar, we cruise overnight to Mohacs. (B,L,D)
Day 9: MOHACS – PÉCS, HUNGARY
We arrive in Mohacs early this morning. Later, enjoy an excursion to Pecs, EU Cultural Capital 2010. Founded more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans, Pecs became an important early Christian bishopric and Turkish cultural base during the many centuries of Ottoman rule. Upon arrival, you will also see St. Peter’s Basilica, the main Catholic Cathedral in the city, as well as the restored Synagogue, before returning to the ship in Mohacs. The ship departs early this afternoon for Budapest. (B,L,D)
Day 10: Budapest
Today you will visit the famous Puszta region, the vast flat plain where Hungarian cowboys still wear traditional garb and practice the skills of their Magyar ancestors. Upon arrival, you will be met by horse herdsmen and greeted with warm hospitality. Try a lunch of goulash, the national dish, before returning to the ship in Budapest late this afternoon. Late tonight, the ship will sail a special “Illuminations Cruise” along the city’s illuminated riverfront. We moor in Budapest overnight. (B,L,D)
Day 11: Budapest
This morning’s sightseeing tour takes you to historic Buda Castle, which offers a splendid view of the twin cities of Buda and Pest below. Your tour also includes the Fisherman’s Bastion, Royal Palace, St. Stephen’s Basilica, Heroes’ Square and more. Your afternoon is free to explore on your own. The ship departs early this evening for Slovakia. (B,L,D))
Day 12: BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA – VIENNA, AUSTRIA
You will arrive this morning in Bratislava, capital of Slovakia. You have your choice of two tours today. The first option is a walking tour of the city’s major sights, including the Old Town Hall, the Mirbach Palace and the Gothic St. Martin’s Cathedral. As an alternative, take the “Communist Tour” that includes architectural landmarks such as the Radio Building, Liberty Square and the Soviet War Memorial. Later, you will have some free time before the ship cruises to Vienna, the music capital of the world. After dinner, experience a traditional “Viennese Wine and Music” evening in a rustic wine tavern just outside the city, where you will enjoy some newly pressed wine, music and hospitality. The ship moors overnight in Vienna. (B,L,D)
Day 13: VIENNA
Savor Vienna’s Baroque elegance during your guided sightseeing tour, which will include the Vienna Opera House, the Ringstrasse and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. After arriving in Vienna and having dinner on board, enjoy an optional tour of Schonbrunn Palace and a Mozart & Strauss concert in one of the city’s great concert houses. We set sail at midnight and cruise through the night. (B,L, D)
Day 14: DÜRNSTEIN – WEISSENKIRCHEN
This morning you will arrive in Dürnstein and take a guided walking tour along the town’s medieval cobblestone streets. You will see 16th-century town houses, wine taverns, and the distinctive blue façade of the local church, and enjoy a tasting of Wachau Valley wines. The ship arrives in Melk late this afternoon, where you will tour the spectacular Melk Abbey, and the medieval library that inspired novelist Umberto Eco to write The Name of the Rose. The ship departs in Melk later tonight. (B,L,D)
Day 15: LINZ – CESKY KRUMLOV – SALZBURG
The ship arrives this morning in Linz. Enjoy a walking tour of the second largest city in Austria. Later, you will have a choice of three different excursions. The first option is a visit to the Austrian Lake District, the scenic Salzkammergut region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The second option is an excursion to the Czech town of Cesky Krumlov, a wonderfully preserved medieval town nestled in the hills just over the Austrian-Czech border. The third choice is an excursion to Salzburg, Mozart’s birthplace, where you will take a walking tour of the historic center made famous by the “Sound of Music.” (B,L,D)
Day 16: PASSAU, GERMANY – VILSHOFEN
Early this morning, cruise through Upper Austria to the German town of Passau, where the rivers Inn and Ilz join the Danube. Your city tour takes you on an exploration of this fairy-tale city founded more than 2,000 years ago. Highlights include St. Stephan’s Cathedral, home to the largest cathedral organ in the world. This afternoon, the ship cruises to Vilshofen, a charming 1200-year-old Bavarian town where you will experience a mini “Oktoberfest” celebration with local food, beer, Bavarian folk music and dances. The ship moors overnight in Vilshofen. (B,L,D)
Day 17: VILSHOFEN (DISEMBARKATION DAY) - REGENSBURG - PRAGUE
this morning, disembark your ship in Vilshofen and depart for Prague. Stop in Regensburg, one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities, where you will have a walking tour and free time to explore Regensburg’s old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and have lunch on your own. Continue to Prague and check into your hotel. (B)
Day 18: PRAGUE
Your morning’s sightseeing tour reveals why Prague is considered one of Europe’s most attractive cities, with its historic city center recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the 1,000 year-old Prague Castle and St. Vitus, before walking over the Charles Bridge to the Old Town Square. The balance of the day is at your leisure, perhaps to visit Wenceslas Square or relax in a charming cafe. This evening, an optional “Folklore Dinner Show” provides an opportunity to learn about Czech music, dance and traditions. (B)
Day 19: PRAGUE
Spend the day as you wish today. You might take a stroll through a museum or gallery, wander along the banks of the Vltava River, relax at an outdoor restaurant, or shop for local handicrafts and artwork. This afternoon, you can take an optional excursion to Terezin, the infamous Nazi WWII concentration camp that is now a memorial to those who perished. (B)
Day 20: DEPART PRAGUE
Bid farewell to Prague and prepare for your homeward flight. (B)
Departures & Pricing
Advisements:
- A valid passport is required for travel. Passports must be valid at least 6 months after the last day of travel.
- Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
- Guided bicycle tours are capacity crontolled
- For reasons of navigation and passenger safety, the cruise operator and the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the itinerary of the cruise.
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Rates are in $ USD and are PER PASSENGER sharing twin cabin. |
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Program Start Date |
Cruise Embarkation Date (from Rousse) |
Ship |
Cat. E - Lower Deck aft w/window |
Cat D - Lower Deck fwd w/window |
Cat C - Middle Deck aft & Upper Deck aft w/ french balcony |
Cat BB - Middle Deck w/ twin balconies |
Cat BA - Upper Deck w/ twin balconies |
Cat AB - Middle Deck w/ twin balconies |
Cat AA - Upper Deck w/ twin balconies |
Cat AA+ Upper Deck w/ twin balconies |
Suite - Upper Deck w/ twin balconies |
Apr 4, 2018 |
Apr 7, 2018 |
Amacerto |
$7,338 |
$7,936 |
$9,136 |
$10,136 |
$10,536 |
$10,936 |
$11,336 |
$12,536 |
$13,936 |
May 2, 2018 |
May 5, 2018 |
Amacerto |
$8,338 |
$8,936 |
$10,136 |
$11,136 |
$11,536 |
$11,936 |
$12,336 |
$13,536 |
$14,936 |
May 30, 2018 |
Jun 2, 2018 |
Amacerto |
$8,438 |
$9,036 |
$10,236 |
$11,236 |
$11,636 |
$12,036 |
$12,436 |
$13,636 |
$15,036 |
Jul 11, 2018 |
Jul 14, 2018 |
Amacerto |
$8,238 |
$8,836 |
$10,036 |
$11,036 |
$11,436 |
$11,836 |
$12,236 |
$13,436 |
$14,836 |
Sep 5, 2018 |
Sep 8, 2018 |
Amacerto |
$8,838 |
$9,436 |
$10,636 |
$11,636 |
$11,936 |
$12,436 |
$12,836 |
$14,036 |
$15,436 |
Oct 3, 2018 |
Oct 6, 2018 |
Amacerto |
$8,538 |
$9,136 |
$10,336 |
$11,336 |
$11,736 |
$12,136 |
$12,536 |
$13,736 |
$15,136 |
May 9, 2019 |
May 12, 2019 |
Amacerto |
$9,138 |
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Jul 4, 2019 |
Jul 7, 2019 |
Amacerto |
$9,138 |
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Aug 1, 2019 |
Aug 4, 2019 |
Amacerto |
$9,138 |
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Aug 29, 2019 |
Sep 2, 2019 |
Amacerto |
$9,738 |
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Sep 26, 2019 |
Sep 29, 2019 |
Amacerto |
$9,638 |
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Oct 24, 2019 |
Oct 27, 2019 |
Amacerto |
$8,538 |
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Program Start Date |
Cruise Embarkation Date (from Vilshofen) |
Ship |
Cat. E - Lower Deck aft w/window |
Cat D - Lower Deck fwd w/window |
Cat C - Middle Deck aft & Upper Deck aft w/ french balcony |
Cat BB - Middle Deck w/ twin balconies |
Cat BA - Upper Deck w/ twin balconies |
Cat AB - Middle Deck w/ twin balconies |
Cat AA - Upper Deck w/ twin balconies |
Cat AA+ Upper Deck w/ twin balconies |
Suite - Upper Deck w/ twin balconies |
Apr 18, 2018 |
Apr 21,2018 |
Amacerto |
$7,938 |
$8,536 |
$9,736 |
$10,736 |
$11,136 |
$11,536 |
$11,936 |
$13,136 |
$14,536 |
May 16, 2018 |
May 19, 2016 |
Amacerto |
$8,438 |
$9,036 |
$10,236 |
$11,236 |
$11,636 |
$12,036 |
$12,436 |
$13,636 |
$15,036 |
Jun 13, 2018 |
Jun 16, 2018 |
Amacerto |
$8,438 |
$9,036 |
$10,236 |
$11,236 |
$11,636 |
$12,036 |
$12,436 |
$13,636 |
$15,036 |
Jul 25, 2018 |
Jul 28, 2018 |
Amacerto |
$8,238 |
$8,836 |
$10,036 |
$11,036 |
$11,436 |
$11,836 |
$12,236 |
$13,436 |
$14,836 |
Sep 19, 2018 |
Sep 22, 2018 |
Amacerto |
$8,838 |
$9,436 |
$10,636 |
$11,636 |
$11,936 |
$12,436 |
$12,836 |
$14,036 |
$15,436 |
Oct 17, 2018 |
Oct 20, 2018 |
Amacerto |
$7,938 |
$8,536 |
$9,736 |
$10,736 |
$11,136 |
$11,536 |
$11,936 |
$13,136 |
$14,536 |
May 22, 2019 |
May 25, 2019 |
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Jul 20, 2019 |
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Aug 14, 2019 |
Aug 17, 2019 |
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Sep 11, 2019 |
Sep 14, 2019 |
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Oct 9, 2019 |
Oct 12, 2019 |
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Nov 6, 2019 |
Nov 9, 2019 |
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Important: Dates, prices & itineraries are subject to change. |
| Port Charges: Additional $336 per person. |
For Single Traveler: Single Supplement applies for Cruise: +50% of twin, for Suites +100% of twin, Single Supplement for Land: Additional $800 per person/per night. |
For 14 nights Cruise Only (no Bucharest/Prague): For 2017 departures subtract $1,420 from 2017 rates; For 2018 departures subtract $1,740 from 2018 rates. |
Please select your bedding configuration at the time of booking. The choices are: Choice A - Two twin beds; Choice B - One large bed (larger than queen size) |
Transfers at Start of Program/End of Program are available for purchase. Please call for details. |
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